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ICE SKATE LENDING


Although the city skating rink is not open this year,
we are currently renting skates. 
Please note that we require 24 hours advance notice to bring
​them up from storage, so plan ahead for your skating fun!

CHECKING OUT SKATES at BPL
To reserve your skates call 231-882-4111 or visit our Library Catalog. A library card in good standing is required to check out skates.

HOW DO YOU BORROW ICE SKATES?
  • Before check out, cardholders must sign an Ice Skate Lending Agreement acknowledging financial  responsibility for overdue, lost, or damaged items.
  • To check out Ice Skates, you need an active Benzonia Public Library card in good standing and be at least 18 years old. You must show your valid Government issued ID with picture at checkout
  • Check out time is 2 (2) days.
  • Adults must be present to check out ice skates at the library.
  • View Ice Skate Waiver of Liability and Lending Guidelines and Agreement PDF>

IN ADDITION:
An Ice Skate Waiver of Liability form  must be signed by EACH adult who will be using the skates. For children under age 18, the parent or legal guardian must sign the Ice Skate Waiver of Liability form.
NOTE: There is space on the form to list several children. The waiver form can be filled  out when you pick up the skates or you may print, complete, and bring the waiver with you when you pick-up your skates.

Ice Skate Use Waiver of liability PDF>
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Library Catalog
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Important:
See Sizing Chart and Frequently Asked Questions shown below.

THANK YOU Dr. Lisa!
The BPL skate lending program is made possible thanks to a generous donation by Dr. Lisa Musgrave, DDS. 

Dr. Lisa said " I am constantly inspired by every amazing thing I see so many people do to help those around us in our community."  She saw a need and took action to fill it. She stated "My ultimate goal is to inspire someone else to do something for our community."
Next time you see Dr. Lisa, we hope
you will tell her THANKS!
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Hockey skates bagged, tagged, and ready for check out at Benzonia Public Library
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Ice rink at Benzonia Academy Park
Ice rink at Benzonia Academy Park
ACADEMY PARK ICE RINK
will NOT be open this season.

Thank you to Cottage Pros for keeping it going for us in previous years!

The Betsie Current featured an article about the  Benzonia skating rink:
Read all about it>


The 2022 ice skating season was extremely popular at BPL.
We had 215 pair of skates checked out over the two months the ice rink was open.
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Skate Sizing Chart (PDF)>

Frequently asked questions:
 
Where can I borrow skates?  Skates are available at the Benzonia Public Library at 891 Michigan Ave., during business hours.
  
Who can borrow skates?  Adults, 18 years of age or older, are able to borrow skates for themselves and for minor children.  To borrow ice skates through this program the adult must have a Benzonia Public Library card in good standing. Borrower must show ID at time of check-out and complete a Library of Things Agreement.

In addition a liability waiver form must be signed by EACH adult who will be using the skates and an adult must sign a waiver form for children who will be using the skates.

How Much Does It Cost?  Free!  There is no charge to borrow the ice skates.
 
How Long Can I Use the Skates?  Each skate-lending period is 2 days. Note: Friday checkouts will be due Monday and Thursday checkouts are due by 2 pm Saturday.  Skates must be returned with their original bag and skate guards to a staff member in the library. 
 
What If I Return the Skates Late?  The success of this program depends on community members returning the skates on time; however, we know that life happens.  If returned after the 48-hour rental period, a $1.00 per day overdue fee will be assessed.  If skates are not returned within 10 days, the library cardholder will be charged the full replacement cost for each pair borrowed.  Thanks, in advance, for ensuring we can share this wonderful resource with everyone who wishes to use it this winter season.
 
Where Can I Use the Skates?  The Village of Benzonia public skating rink is located next to the library. It can be accessed from the library parking lot or on Traverse Avenue (off US-31).  The rink is maintained by “The Cottage Pros” who are donating their time and equipment. You are also welcome to use these skates on private rinks. 
 
What Size Skate Should I Use?  These BAUER hockey skates are unisex. A suggested sizing chart can be found above. Sizing is a preference and therefore charts do not guarantee fit. An assortment of skates is available for older children, teens, women, and men. A few are also offered in wide sizes. Skates are available on a first come, first served basis.


BE SURE TO PLAN AHEAD DUE TO LIMITED SIZES.
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Activities and Events:

June 2025
2 Summer Reading Program Sign-up Begins
5 Friends of BPL Meeting
9 Scanning Day
10 Plant Diagnostic Clinic
18 Trustees Meeting
19 Summer Reading Program Kick-Off Event
20 Tween Club Hangout
22 Old Fashioned Strawberry Social
26 Summer Reading Program Event


July 2025
3 NO Summer Reading Program
4 BPL CLOSED - Independence Day
5 BPL CLOSED
8 Plant Diagnostic Clinic
10 Summer Reading Program Event
14 Scanning Day
16 NO Trustees Meeting this month
17 Summer Reading Program Event
18 Tween Club Hangout
19 Friends of BPL Summer Book & Puzzle Sale
19 PoWeR! Book Bags Event
24 Summer Reading Program Event
31 Summer Reading Program Finale Event




Link to Google map >

About Us:

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

Services:

Benzie County Logging Tapes
Catalog -Library
Catalog -Kids'
​Computers and Internet
Copies & Faxes
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
Endowment Fund
Ice Skate Lending
Library of Things
​MeL Interlibrary Loan
Mentor Program
​Mich eLibrary
Newspaper Archives
Remembering Benzie: An Oral History Project
Transparent Language
Up North Digital Collection-Overdrive
WiFi 24/7
YouTube Channel for BPL

Resources:

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
[email protected]
891 Michigan Ave. (US-31)
P.O. Box 445
Benzonia, MI 49616-0445

HOURS: 
​Monday-Friday, 10 am-6 pm
Saturday, 10 am-2 pm
Sunday, Closed

WiFi available 24-7
 
Drop box is available for returns  EXCLUDING STEM Kits, Library of Things Equipment, and Ice Skates. 


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
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Drawing of Mills Community House
by Ruth Forrest, Beulah, MI
  • Home
  • About
    • Annual Reports
    • BPL Awards and Proud Moments
    • Gianola art to benefit BPL
    • Museum on Main Street
    • Noteworthy at BPL
    • Board of Trustees >
      • Minutes and Agenda
    • Donations >
      • Endowment Fund
    • History of BPL >
      • BPL 90th Celebration photos
      • Renovations 2017
    • Hours and Location
    • Newsletters and Spotlights
    • Staff and Volunteers
    • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Services
    • Book Club Kits
    • Catalog >
      • Caregiver Resource Library
      • Great Michigan Read
      • Michigan Notable Books
      • Workforce Development Books
    • Computers, Internet, WiFi, Copies, and Faxes >
      • Benzonia Public Library Internet Policy
    • Ice Skate Lending
    • Libby for OverDrive
    • Library of Things >
      • Videos and Handouts LT
    • Listening Clarity Technology
    • MeLCat and Mich eLibrary
    • MI Activity Pass MAP
    • New Accounts
    • ReadMichigan
    • Transparent Language Online
    • Benzie County Logging Tapes
    • Research and Archives
    • Talking Book Library
  • Catalog
  • Youth
    • Summer Reading Program 2025
    • STEM Kits >
      • STEM Kit Spotlight
    • Story Time at BPL
    • Tween Club
    • Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Benzie
    • Benzie Sunrise Rotary Club
  • Friends
    • Annual Appeal Friends of BPL
    • Corner Book Shoppe and Book Sales
    • Donating Books and Puzzles
    • Mural Cards at BPL
  • Remembering Benzie
    • Veteran's History Project
    • Legacy Project
    • Final Project
    • Intern Team: Year 2
    • Intern Team: Year 1
    • History In The Making Year 1
    • Training Project: Year 1 and 2
    • Community Story Gathering
    • Updates and PR
  • BPL 100 Year Celebration
  • Links
    • Michigan Learning Channel
    • Michigan REAL ID