Bradford County Public Library

08/26/2026

We have spent our lives listening to her songs, watching her perform on screen, and enjoying her sense of humor. The news today hit us hard.

In addition to her passion for entertaining, Dolly was an amazing advocate for early literacy.

The best way that we, as a library, can honor Dolly is to keep making sure that children, regardless of the circumstances, have access to books.

Support libraries everywhere.

The child who you see sitting in the library just may grow up to be an adult who teaches, saves lives, builds bridges, or discovers how to solve problems that previous generations could not.

Want to make storytime more engaging? Check out these tips for reading aloud to your child!

08/21/2026

Thank you Lt. Townsend, Bradford County Fire Rescue, and Partnership for Strong Families! We appreciate all you do to teach people how they can help save a life. It’s so important. We can’t thank you enough for all you do in the community.

08/20/2026

Fill a bag or fill a box!
Shop today at your Bradford County Public Library.

Great news! The Book Sale is continuing through the rest of this week.

To help all these great books find new home, we are encouraging buyers to fill a box for $3.

That's right! Take home a box of books of your choosing for $3.

Are your shelves full? Books make great gifts for neighbors , church members, or residents of local assisted living facilities.

If you came to our Fill-a-Bag sale, you probably noticed the boxes under the table. You can fit a lot of books into the box!

For more information, contact Becky or Misty at the BCPL Circulation Desk or call (904) 368-3912.

08/19/2026

is partnering with Partnership for Strong Families to provide a Choking Safety & LifeVac Demonstration for our community.

Join us to learn standard choking response protocols that can be used in your home, along with a demonstration of how a LifeVac airway clearance device is used during a choking emergency.

📅 Friday, August 21st
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 Bradford County Library
456 W. Pratt St., Starke, FL 32091

Choking emergencies can happen in seconds. Knowing what to do and being prepared to act can make all the difference.

We hope to see you there!

08/19/2026

It was just a wee bit windy yesterday, but Taylor was able to give Monarchs their freedom at the BCPL Butterfly Release.

We have a couple who are taking more time to develop their wings. Can you see it's eyes? How cool is that?

08/19/2026

The Book Sale has been extended in hopes that we can empty these tables!

That way we have space to collect new titles.

Fill a bag for just two quarters. Fill a bag for just a few bills.

Great news! The Book Sale is continuing through the rest of this week.

To help all these great books find new home, we are encouraging buyers to fill a box for $3.

That's right! Take home a box of books of your choosing for $3.

Are your shelves full? Books make great gifts for neighbors , church members, or residents of local assisted living facilities.

If you came to our Fill-a-Bag sale, you probably noticed the boxes under the table. You can fit a lot of books into the box!

For more information, contact Becky or Misty at the BCPL Circulation Desk or call (904) 368-3912.

08/19/2026

We are loudly applauding the residents of Union County for showing their support for Mary C. Brown Public Library at the polls.

Public libraries are funded by local taxpayers.

“Under Florida's State Aid to Libraries Program, a minimum amount of local tax or appropriation support is required to qualify for state operating grants. “

Congrats to our sister library and Union County residents for this win!

08/17/2026

Our Friends of the Library is hosting a Community Rummage in September.

Sell your items and go home with cash.

Shop for items and go home with bargain priced treasures, hobby supplies, and new in the wrapper / tag on items.

Everyone benefits!

08/17/2026

Join us for the BUTTERFLY RELEASE.

Our beautiful monarchs are ready to leave the library and begin their journey as a pollinator.

Everyone is welcome to join us at the library on Tuesday to release the butterflies with a warm goodbye.