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We have made the very difficult decision to close the library starting March 18 in response to Governor Ever's call for statewide school closing.
Our goal is to keep library staff and patrons safe and to mitigate the occurrence of unnecessary exposure and spread of the virus. All programs and meetings scheduled are also cancelled from March 18 until at least April 6, when the school district opens again—which is anticipated to be April 6.
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Read MoreAttention Local Artist and Poets! See the above flyer for a great opportunity! The Bayfield Carnegie Library was a recipient of this grant, funding two projects, organized by our new Poet Laureate, Lucy Tyrrell.
Read MoreWe are happy to announce that The Bayfield Carnegie Library now has a Seed Library! All are welcome to take and plant seeds. Information and history about the seeds is appreciated. Thank you.
Read MoreWe are joining forces with Vaughan Library and other surrounding libraries for the Community Read of the book The Woman’s Hour: The Great Fight to Win The Vote, by Elaine Weiss. We will have five copies of the book available at the Bayfield Carnegie Library on a first-come first-serve basis. March 3, at 6:30 PM, is a showing of a presentation by Weiss.. Then, on March 16, at 5 PM, we will be offering a community discussion of the book.
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Join us for a special evening of social justice-themed poetry, as we honor the work and legacy of Martin Luther King. Meet the newest Bayfield Poet Laureate, Lucy Tyrrell! Also featuring Howard Paap and Frank Montano, followed by an Open Mic. Refreshments provided.
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Bayfield is proud to have Lucy Tyrrell as our 2020–2021 Poet Laureate. Here are five poems, one written during each year Lucy Tyrrell has lived in Bayfield—plus the "Votes for Women" poem "commissioned" in 2020.
Read MoreThe Winter Lecture Series is right around the corner. Four programs over four months: January-April.
Read MoreA new group is forming for the purpose of enjoying the winter woods & trails in the area. Please join us for a planning party at the library, Tuesday December 3rd at 10am. Tea and hot chocolate will be provided.
Read MoreThe deadline is coming up soon for the next Bayfield Poet Laureate—Nov. 25! Get your materials in very soon!
Read MoreWe are proud and thrilled to announce that we have reached our goal of $225,000 for the BCL Pillar and Restoration Project! Thank You, from the bottom of our hearts, to EVERYONE who donated monies to this.
Read MoreWe are launching a new, educational film series, starting next week! 1st & 3rd Thursdays of each month at 1pm. Enjoy a discussion and lecture after the movies with Blair Nelson & Joe Adams. Snacks & Drinks will be served! You are encouraged to read the books that these movies are based on if applicable before the movie showing.
Read MoreWe raised $2268. Thank you to all our volunteers!
Read MoreBeginning June 7th. Lots of fun activities! Drop in at the library for details.
Read MoreJoin us for another special night of poetry of War, Remembrance, and Peace, as we honor the 75th Anniversary of D-Day, June 6, 1944. We will share and read poems from all wars, followed by an Open-Mic format. Refreshments provided!
Read MoreTop Gun movie showing Saturday June 22 6 PM, with special promotion for Duluth air show!
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