
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 Holiday Closure:
Monday, July 4 – All Day: Independence Day
Saturday, September 3 – All Day: Labor Day Weekend
Sunday, September 4 – All Day: Labor Day Weekend
Monday, September 5 – All Day: Labor Day

BPL Site for DIA Inside Out Artwork
Baldwin was selected as a site for the DIA Inside Out program. A reproduction of the piece Nocturne in Black and Gold, the Falling Rocket, by James Abbot McNeil Whistler was installed in the grassy area next to the curved path on the southwest corner of the building...
Books in the Media – June
Here is a sample of some of the books prominently featured in the media this week. June 21: Book Marks: Lapvona by Ottessa Moshfegh Tap for the review Tracy Flick Can’t Win by Tom Perrotta Tap for the review Kirkus: The Memory Librarian: And Other Stories of Dirty...
Books in the Media – May
Here is a sample of some of the books prominently featured in the media this week. May 24: CrimeReads: The Cherry Robbers by Sarai Walker Tap for the review Valleyesque by Fernando Flores Tap for the review FoxNews: Here’s the Deal: A Memoir by Kellyanne Conway Tap...
Books in the Media – April
Here is a sample of some of the books prominently featured in the media this week. April 19: The Guardian: Liberalism and Its Discontents by Francis Fukuyama Tap for the review Kirkus: The Memory Librarian: And Other Stories of Dirty Computer by Janelle Monáe Tap for...
Book in the Media – March
Here is a sample of some of the books prominently featured in the media this week. March 29: CrimeReads: The Missing Piece by John Lescroart Tap for the review The Resting Place by Camilla Sten T Tap for the review FoxNews: The Perfect Other: A Memoir of My Sister by...
Books in the Media – February
Here is a sample of some of the books prominently featured in the media this week. February 22: CrimeReads: The Paradox Hotel by Rob Hart Tap for the review Homicide and Halo-Halo by Mia P. Manansala Tap for the review NPR's Book Reviews: Scoundrel: How a Convicted...

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 newest 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.

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Library Hours:
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Friday & Saturday: 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Sunday: 12:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Holiday Closures:
Monday, July 4 - All Day: Independence Day
Saturday, September 3 - All Day: Labor Day Weekend
Sunday, September 4 - All Day: Labor Day Weekend
Monday, September 5 - All Day: Labor Day