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STEM Kits


BPL now offers STEM Kits
you can check out

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Library Catalog

  • Kits can be checked out for one (1) week with a one (1) week renewal possible.
  • To view kit information and availability visit our Library Catalog (click Icon above) and type stem kit in the search box.
  • Click on the kit title you are interested in to see more information about the kit.
  • NOTE: To place a reserve you must log into your BPL account. In the upper right corner enter your library card number and your password then click on Log in.
  • To reserve items, click the title you want and then click Reserve this item
  • HINT: Green highlighted items are available, Red highlighted items are checked out.
  • When reserved items are available you will be called to schedule Curbside Pick up
IMPORTANT RETURN INFO:
Kits must be returned via Curbside. DO NOT place in or on top of the drop box. During Curbside hours you may bring them to the front door or call when you arrive & we will come out to get them.


  • Kit Table of contents, click here to view (PDF)

Thanks to a collaborative effort between the Traverse Area District Library and Newton's Road, STEM kits are NOW AVAILABLE at Benzonia Public Library! The two organizations obtained a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services which will put STEM kits in all of the libraries in our region!
 
The STEM kits vary from hands-on tactile learning, to coding, to a digital microscope, and lots of fun stuff in between. These are a great resource for home school, in person, or virtual students! Kits will be available for a one week checkout with renewal allowed.
 
Many thanks to Traverse Area District Library and Newton's Road.

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Many thanks to Traverse Area District Library and Newton's Road.
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This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

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Activities and Events:

  • Curbside Pick-up
  • Online Pre-school Storytime with Miss Desiree
  • ​PoWeR Book Bags at BPL
  • Face Masks by Repurposeful Librarians

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


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

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Remembering Benzie: An Oral History Project
​Talking Book Library​
Transparent Language
Up North Digital Collection
WiFi 24/7

Resources:

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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 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
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