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Computer Center @ BPL
Mills Community House - Lower Level
891 Michigan Ave., Benzonia, MI
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

 Wednesdays, 4-6 pm
Call 231-882-0591 to
schedule an appointment.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
to use the Computer Center:
· Pre-scheduled appointment
· Face covering worn correctly
· Maintain 6’ social distancing
PRINTING & COPIES:
Printing from our computers will be available.
Cost is $0.25 per page (cash or check only).
Call ahead if you need copies made.
NO Fax or computer assistance at at this time.


The Computer Center is co-sponsored by Benzonia Public Library & Mills Community House Association.

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NOT AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME 
Computer Basics 
With Dustin
Stop in and let Dustin help you unlock the mysteries of the computer! ​You may bring your own or use one of our public computers. These sessions are FREE!
 For dates and times on our Activities page, click here> ​​
Dustin's Computer Repair   -   231-218-4102   -   dwolpoff@gmail.com
​Dustin is the father; twin boys Harvey William and Ayden Louis, born in June 2016.
They are both active boys, so expect a large mug of coffee in Dustin's hands when he's here.

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Internet Policy
By using library computers or accessing the Benzonia Public Library wireless connection, you agree to be and are bound by the term, conditions and limitations as set forth in the library policies.
Click here to read our internet policy>
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Public Computers & Internet Access
There are six public access computers with Word, Excel, Publisher and Power Point software along with broadband access to the Internet.  Computer sessions are 60 minutes in length.  Prints from the public computers cost $0.25 per page and are in black and white only.

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Free WiFi 24/7
The library provides wireless connectivity 24/7. Even when the library is closed, you are welcome to use your laptop or device to connect to our WI-FI from the porch or parking lot.  There are no time limits for wireless users.  Wireless users do not have access to library printers. 
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Faxes & Copies
Need to send a fax or make a copy?  The library staff will be happy to assist you.  Fees for copies are $0.25 per page and are black and white only. Faxes are $2.00 per page.
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Early Literacy Station (ELS): Lots of NEW Games added in July 2016
The ELS is a stand-alone computer that is NOT connected to the Internet. It is designed to attract and educate kids ages 2-8.  Read more on our Early Literacy Station page>
JOIN OUR MAILING LIST!

Activities and Events:

  • BPL By Appointment
  • Computer Center By Appointment
  • Curbside Pick-up
  • Ice Skate Lending
  • Online Pre-school Storytime with Miss Desiree
  • ​PoWeR Book Bags at BPL

February 2021
Fridays: Online Pre-school Storytime with Miss Desiree

March 2021
  4 Friends of BPL Annual Meeting-online
10
Trustees Meeting- Online
21 What the Eyes don't See-virtual program

Fridays: Online Pre-school Storytime with Miss Desiree


Calendar of Events

About Us:

Annual Reports
Board of Trustees
Contributions & donations
Donations- Money
​Donations-Books, puzzles, DVDs, etc.
Friends of BPL
History
Hours-Service & Holiday
Location and map
Newsletters

Services:

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Benzie County Logging Tapes
Catalog -Library
Catalog -Kids'
​Computers and Internet
Copies & Faxes
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
Listening Clarity Devices
​MeL Interlibrary Loan
Mentor Program
​Mich eLibrary
Newspaper Archives
OverDrive
RB Digital
Remembering Benzie: An Oral History Project
​Talking Book Library​
Transparent Language
Up North Digital Collection
WiFi 24/7

Resources:

Benzonia Area Happenings
Books and Reading
Community Information
Genealogical Research
MeL Interlibrary Loan
Mich eLibrary Databases
Logging Audio Tapes
​OverDrive-Up North Digital

Contact Us:

231-882-4111
891 Michigan Ave. (US-31)
P.O. Box 445
Benzonia, MI 49616-0445

HOURS:
Library Service Curbside and By Appointment Only
Monday 11-2
Tuesday, 2-5
Wednesday 4-7
Thursday, 2-5
Friday 11-2
      
Building access by appointment only until further notice. 

Please place all returns in drop box. WiFi available 24-7.



Donations: 
​​Friends of Benzonia Public Library
PO Box 445, Benzonia, MI 49616
501(c)(3) organization

Tax ID (EIN): 56-2542168
​Benzonia Public Library
PO Box 445, Benzonia, MI 49616
Section 170(c)(I) Governmental  Unit
Tax ID (EIN): 38-2493013
Visit our Donation Info. Page>

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Benzonia Public Library
Drawing of Mills Community House 
by Ruth Forrest, Beulah, MI
Photos used under Creative Commons from FutUndBeidl, vernieman