Introduction to Microcontrollers

Learn about the basics of microcontrollers available in the Bellevue Library Makerspace.  Discover how they can be used in maker projects. Please register. Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email ......More

Learn about the basics of microcontrollers available in the Bellevue Library Makerspace.  Discover how they can be used in maker projects. Please register. Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email [email protected] at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.

Makerspace Independent Study

Independent Study Hours are self-serve opportunities to use equipment available in the Makerspace.  Equipment includes: 3D printer Arduino Raspberry Pi Digital Design Workstation â with Adobe Creative Cloud applications Cricut machine Cricut Easy Press and Mug......More

Independent Study Hours are self-serve opportunities to use equipment available in the Makerspace.  Equipment includes: 3D printer Arduino Raspberry Pi Digital Design Workstation â with Adobe Creative Cloud applications Cricut machine Cricut Easy Press and Mug Press Digitization equipment cart DSLR camera and pop-up photo booth Laser cutter* Sewing machine (Janome HD 3000)* Serger (Janome AirThread 2000D)* Sound Recording Room Soldering Station* Wacom Intuos Drawing Tablet *This equipment requires a waiver to use. Ages 18 and older. Equipment and space are available on a first come, first served basis. Staff will be available to provide access to equipment, but any further assistance cannot be guaranteed. Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email [email protected] at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.

Teen Dungeons & Dragons Meet-Up

Calling all adventurers, storytellers, and dice rollers! Are you ready to battle mythical creatures, solve mysteries, and explore magical worlds? Join us for our Dungeons and Dragons Meet-Up, where you can create characters, go on epic quests, and make new friends alon......More

Calling all adventurers, storytellers, and dice rollers! Are you ready to battle mythical creatures, solve mysteries, and explore magical worlds? Join us for our Dungeons and Dragons Meet-Up, where you can create characters, go on epic quests, and make new friends along the way! Whether youâre a seasoned hero or brand new to the game, this is the perfect chance to roll the dice and see where adventure takes you. Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email [email protected] at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.

Plaza Comunitaria - Consigue tu certificado oficial de primaria y secundaria / Earn your Elementary and/or Middle School Official Diploma

Consigue tu certificado oficial de la primaria y/o secundaria de la SEP (Secretaria de EducaciĂłn PĂşblica de MĂŠxico). La plaza Comunitaria de la biblioteca de Bellevue ofrece ayuda gratis para adultos en espaĂąol. ÂĄAhora puedes estudiar de forma virtual o presencial......More

Consigue tu certificado oficial de la primaria y/o secundaria de la SEP (Secretaria de EducaciĂłn PĂşblica de MĂŠxico). La plaza Comunitaria de la biblioteca de Bellevue ofrece ayuda gratis para adultos en espaĂąol. ÂĄAhora puedes estudiar de forma virtual o presencial! Este programa estĂĄ abierto a personas que viven en el Condado de King. Descubre quĂŠ opciĂłn de estudio es mejor para ti. Trabaja con un tutor voluntario y obtĂŠn ayuda personalizada Estudia completamente en lĂ­nea a tu propio ritmo. Ven a la sesiĂłn de tutoriĂĄ para recibir ayuda con el registro o a recibir tutoriĂĄ en persona en la biblioteca de Bellevue (sala de computaciĂłn, segundo piso) No se necesita cita previa, venga en las fechas y horarios designadas. Para mĂĄs informaciĂłn 425.369.3223, [email protected]. Get your official elementary and/or middle school diploma from the SEP (Mexico's Secretary of Public Education). The Bellevue Libraryâs Plaza Comunitaria offers free help and tutoring for adults in Spanish. Now, you can study virtually or in person! This program is open to all who live in King County. Find out which study option is best for you. Work with a tutor and get personalized help Study entirely online at your own pace  Come to the tutoring session to get help from a tutor or to register for the program at the Bellevue Library (computer lab, second floor). No appointment is necessary. Join during the designated program times.  For more information, 425.369.3223 or [email protected]. Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email [email protected] at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.

El Centro de Bienvenida / The Welcoming Center

ÂżEs inmigrante, refugiado o nuevo en la comunidad?  Un amable Embajador de Bienvenida puede conectarlo con informaciĂłn y recursos. Se atiende sin cita previa y por orden de llegada. Para obtener ayuda en persona, visite uno de nuestros Centros de Bienvenida de las ......More

ÂżEs inmigrante, refugiado o nuevo en la comunidad?  Un amable Embajador de Bienvenida puede conectarlo con informaciĂłn y recursos. Se atiende sin cita previa y por orden de llegada. Para obtener ayuda en persona, visite uno de nuestros Centros de Bienvenida de las bibliotecas en los horarios de servicios. Para solicitar ayuda en lĂ­nea, kcls.org/ask-an-ambassador. Existe la posibilidad de realizar ajustes razonables para personas con discapacidades a peticiĂłn previa. Si usted requiere de este servicio, necesita hacer una peticiĂłn previa al menos siete dĂ­as antes del evento enviando un correo a [email protected] Are you an immigrant, refugee or new to the community? A friendly Welcoming Ambassador can connect you to information and resources.  This is a drop-in service. Visit the Welcoming Ambassador at the library during this time to get help. To request help online, kcls.org/ask-an-ambassador.  Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email [email protected] at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.

Intro to the Cricut

Learn the basics of using the Cricut Maker. Please register. Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email [email protected] at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is......More

Learn the basics of using the Cricut Maker. Please register. Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email [email protected] at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.

Math Club: Math Games at Bellevue Library (Study Zone)

Math Club provide games and activities to help students exercise their math skills. The Math Games activities are grouped by suggested grade levels K-1, 2-3 and 4-5, but students may choose whichever activity level they prefer for each lesson. October 4: Math Card Ga......More

Math Club provide games and activities to help students exercise their math skills. The Math Games activities are grouped by suggested grade levels K-1, 2-3 and 4-5, but students may choose whichever activity level they prefer for each lesson. October 4: Math Card Games October 11: Math Board Games October 18: Sudoku October 25: Connect Four, Checkers, Chess November 1: Tangrams & Fractals November 8: Logic Puzzles November 15: Origami November 22: Math Card Games December 6: Math Board Games December 13: Sudoku December 20: Connect Four, Checkers, Chess Study Zone Study Zone programs provide volunteer-led academic support for grades K-12. Programs include Tutors, Math Club, Reading Buddies and Kids & Teens Talk Time. Available online and in select libraries. Visit https://kcls.org/studyzone or call Ask KCLS, 425.462.9600 or 800.462.9600 to learn more about Study Zone programs online and in libraries.

Art of Listening

Do you listen well? Have you experienced what it is like to be truly listened to? In this 2-part Sunday series you will learn to be an artful, peaceful, and attentive listener. The Art of Listening workshop has changed with the times, addressing needs to help us navig......More

Do you listen well? Have you experienced what it is like to be truly listened to? In this 2-part Sunday series you will learn to be an artful, peaceful, and attentive listener. The Art of Listening workshop has changed with the times, addressing needs to help us navigate our society. In this series, we will pay special attention to how we can be open to and celebrate each person's uniqueness, their personality, values, lifestyle, beliefs, and experiences different from our own. These practices may widen our mental scope, allowing us to build deeper connection, embracing the differences in our community, country, and world. Taught by âThe Listening Lady,â Marci McReynolds, former manager of the City of Bellevue Conflict Resolution Center. Sponsored by the City of Bellevue in partnership with KCLS. Sponsored by the City of Bellevue in partnership with KCLS. Please register. Marciâs workshops tend to fill quickly.  Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email [email protected] at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.

Tutors at Bellevue Library (Study Zone)

Volunteer tutors provide homework help for grades K-12. They can also give language support for homework or translation in many languages. Students may drop in any time during Tutor hours. Look for volunteers wearing the Tutor t-shirt. Study Zone Study Zone progr......More

Volunteer tutors provide homework help for grades K-12. They can also give language support for homework or translation in many languages. Students may drop in any time during Tutor hours. Look for volunteers wearing the Tutor t-shirt. Study Zone Study Zone programs provide volunteer-led academic support for grades K-12.  Bring homework or practice materials to work from. https://kcls.org/studyzone or call Ask KCLS, 425.462.9600 or 800.462.9600 Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email [email protected] at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.

LEGO Brick Builders

Build together at an unstructured, creative play open house. Stay for the entire event or pop in for a few minutes. We supply the bricks, you supply the imagination!  Sponsored by the Bellevue Friends of the Library. All ages welcome with adult. Registration not re......More

Build together at an unstructured, creative play open house. Stay for the entire event or pop in for a few minutes. We supply the bricks, you supply the imagination!  Sponsored by the Bellevue Friends of the Library. All ages welcome with adult. Registration not required. Space is limited Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email [email protected] at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.

Tutors at Bellevue Library (Study Zone)

Volunteer tutors provide homework help for grades K-12. They can also give language support for homework or translation in many languages. Students may drop in any time during Tutor hours. Look for volunteers wearing the Tutor t-shirt. Study Zone Study Zone progr......More

Volunteer tutors provide homework help for grades K-12. They can also give language support for homework or translation in many languages. Students may drop in any time during Tutor hours. Look for volunteers wearing the Tutor t-shirt. Study Zone Study Zone programs provide volunteer-led academic support for grades K-12.  Bring homework or practice materials to work from. https://kcls.org/studyzone or call Ask KCLS, 425.462.9600 or 800.462.9600 Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email [email protected] at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.

揢čżä¸­ĺż / The Welcoming Center

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Bellevue Makerspace Equipment Reservations

Equipment reservations are available on select days and times in the Bellevue Library Makerspace.  Please use the following link to view the available equipment and make your reservation. ......More

Equipment reservations are available on select days and times in the Bellevue Library Makerspace.  Please use the following link to view the available equipment and make your reservation. Make a reservation. Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email [email protected] at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.

English Language Learners (ELL) Classes for Beginners

Learn English grammar, reading, writing and conversation skills with experienced instructor, Elaine Hill. For beginners, Level 0. For November 5 only, meeting in the 3rd floor events room Registration not required Walk-ins welcome. Space is limited. Reasonable ac......More

Learn English grammar, reading, writing and conversation skills with experienced instructor, Elaine Hill. For beginners, Level 0. For November 5 only, meeting in the 3rd floor events room Registration not required Walk-ins welcome. Space is limited. Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email [email protected] at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.

Autumn Watercolors

Autumn watercolor class presented by Ekta from Seniors Creating Art. Registration not required. Limit of 15 participants per class. Sponsored by Bellevue Friends of the Library

Preschool Story Time

Enjoy stories, music, movement and rhymes.  Help develop your preschoolerâs early literacy skills. A brief play time follows the program. Ages 3 to 5 with adult.  Registration not required.   Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by req......More

Enjoy stories, music, movement and rhymes.  Help develop your preschoolerâs early literacy skills. A brief play time follows the program. Ages 3 to 5 with adult.  Registration not required.   Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email[email protected] at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.

Mending Circle

Mend your clothes in the Makerspace! There will be mending and darning supplies, basic instructions and examples. Each week, we will also have examples of a specific method or type of mending, and supplies to practice.  Ages 13 and older. Registration not required. ......More

Mend your clothes in the Makerspace! There will be mending and darning supplies, basic instructions and examples. Each week, we will also have examples of a specific method or type of mending, and supplies to practice.  Ages 13 and older. Registration not required. Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email [email protected] at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.

Bellevue Makerspace Equipment Reservations

Equipment reservations are available on select days and times in the Bellevue Library Makerspace.  Please use the following link to view the available equipment and make your reservation. ......More

Equipment reservations are available on select days and times in the Bellevue Library Makerspace.  Please use the following link to view the available equipment and make your reservation. Make a reservation. Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email [email protected] at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.

Baby Story Time

Share nursery rhymes, songs and stories with your baby! Connect and have fun with other families.  Up to 15 minutes of play time follows.  Newborn to 18 months with adult. Registration not required.âŻSpace is limited.⯠Reasonable accommodation for people with di......More

Share nursery rhymes, songs and stories with your baby! Connect and have fun with other families.  Up to 15 minutes of play time follows.  Newborn to 18 months with adult. Registration not required.âŻSpace is limited.⯠Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email [email protected] at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.