Library Hours
Monday – Thursday: 9:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Friday & Saturday: 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Sunday: 12:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Upcoming Closures:
November 27: Close at 5:30 p.m.
November 28: Thanksgiving, closed
November 29: Closed
Books in the Media-October
It's close to midnight, something evil's lurking in the dark. Under the moonlight, you see a sight that almost stops your heart.(Thriller) Spooky season is here and so are the titles featured in the library for October: Chicago Review of Books: My Favorite Thing is...
Books in the Media-September
Let's slide gently into fall with the following titles that can be found in the library: BookMarks: Normal Women: 900 Years of Making History by Philippa Gregory Tap here to read the review. GMA: The Love of My Afterlife by Kristy Greenwood Tap here to read the...
Books in the Media-August
The dog days of summer have arrived and with it some new titles from the library to enjoy! Here is a selection of books available in the library: Harvard Review: To Free the Captives by Tracey Smith Tap here to read the review. Kirkus: The Centre by Ayesha Mannizir...
Baldwin Tests Feather Friendly Bird Deterrant on Windows
Take the brief survey to share your feedback In July 2024, Baldwin hired Feather Friendly to install two test panels of their product on the southeast corner of the library's Grams Discovery Room windows. Feather Friendly® Bird Collision Deterrent Technologies uses...
Books in the Media-July
Time to gear up for some summer reads. This month the emphasis is on fun beach reads and thrillers. Here is a selection of recommended titles that are available in the library for the month of July.: BookMarks: James by Percival Everett Tap here to read the...
Books in the Media-June
Here are some amazing title recommendation available in the library for the month of June. AP News: The Demon of Unrest by Erik Larson Tap here to read the review. Funny Story by Emily Henry Tap here to read the review. Kirkus: Every time I Go on Vacation Someone Dies...
BALDWIN PUBLIC LIBRARY ANTIRACISM STATEMENT
June 15, 2020
Earlier this month, in a note to staff, the Baldwin Public Library Board of Directors condemned institutional racism and expressed its desire that Baldwin become a more effective antiracist organization. It invited staff to raise concerns and make suggestions for proactively improving BPL’s internal and external policies, practices, and behaviors. Also last week, the City of Birmingham, with which BPL is affiliated, issued a Proclamation on Social Injustice, which the Baldwin Public Library wholeheartedly endorses.
This week, we wish to state publicly that we stand alongside our peers, the American Library Association and Michigan Library Association, in condemning all violence and racism towards Black people, Indigenous people, and all people of color.
In company with other libraries all over the country, we will continue to share books and other resources with you and with each other that deepen our shared understanding of Black history, institutional racism, and systemic racial violence and inequality. Black lives matter.
Because racism is so pervasive in our society, we and our institutions are inherently implicated. Therefore, we must work actively to dismantle its roots. Thus, to further our educational mission, the Baldwin Public Library is actively examining its internal and external policies and practices through an antiracism lens. We are also committed to curating additional programming and partnerships to support antiracism work in our community. In the coming weeks and months, the Library will develop plans and benchmarks to ensure that our commitment to this cause truly does bear fruit.
We stand with the many library workers, patrons, and community members who are fighting for justice and equality. And we set forth a long-term commitment to becoming a more effective antiracist institution.
In solidarity,
Melissa Mark, President | Frank Pisano, Vice President | Jennifer Wheeler, Secretary | Ashley Aidenbaum | Karen Rock | Jim Suhay
Baldwin Library Idea Lab
Explore. Tinker. And learn! The Idea Lab is our space where big ideas come to life and where people of all ages and tech levels are welcome. Drop in or sign up for a skill- or project-based class or make an appointment today to learn how to use our 3D printer or laser engraver. We also have a variety of tools available, including an embroidery machine, soldering equipment, design software, and more.
Parking
Free Two-Hour Parking in Chester Street Deck
Metered street parking around Library
Free Parking on Sundays
Library Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 9:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Friday & Saturday: 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Sunday: 12:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Upcoming Closures:
November 27: Close at 5:30 p.m.
November 28: Thanksgiving, closed
November 29: Closed