Library News

A whole new world of play is about to open in Beloit, and you're invited to be among the first to explore it! Join us at Beloit Public Library on Saturday, November 14, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. as we celebrate the long-awaited opening of Discovery PLAYce with a...

This holiday season, Beloit Public Library is inviting patrons to turn their late fines into an opportunity to help neighbors in need by donating nonperishable food items. The promotion will take place all of November. Patrons will receive $1 credit toward their fines...

What are Beloit's greatest strengths? What challenges lie ahead? And what priorities will shape the city's future? Join Beloit City Manager Daniel Ortiz Hernandez for an inside look at the opportunities, challenges, and decisions shaping our community. As the city's...

This holiday season, Beloit Public Library is inviting patrons to turn their late fines into an opportunity to help neighbors in need by donating nonperishable food items. The promotion will take place November 9-30. Patrons will receive $1 credit toward their fines...

Due to a vendor change, any money previously deposited into a patron’s library account for the purpose of printing will expire on December 31, 2026. Patrons with a remaining balance are encouraged to use it before the end of the year. These funds can be applied toward...

As the topic of data centers generates heated discussion throughout the area, Beloit Public Library will host a special presentation of its popular The Civics Academy series aimed at helping residents understand both the potential benefits and concerns surrounding...

Beginning August 3, Beloit Public Library will charge 25 cents per page for black-and-white printing and copying. This is our first adjustment to the black-and-white rate in a decade and reflects current costs as well as what other libraries are charging. The price...

Beloit Public Library is moving to a new online calendar and room reservation system on Monday, August 3. As we prepare for the transition, online room reservation requests will be paused during the month of July. Groups who need to request rooms should email BPL’s...

Beloit Public Library announces the hiring of Becky Wilson as its first Discovery PLAYce Manager. Wilson has a bachelor’s degree in early childhood special education from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater and has worked in early education for 21 years, serving...

Beloit Public Library introduces Aspen Discovery—a new online catalog designed to make it easier to search, browse, and discover everything the library has to offer. This new catalog will take effect August 3, but patrons are encouraged to test drive it at...