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S.T.E.M. Kits


BPL offers S.T.E.M. Kits
you can check out

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math

We will regularly feature a different S.T.E.M. kit from the amazing selection at Benzonia Public Library.
Visit STEM Kit Spotlight Page>


STEMtober STEM Kit
Challenge at BPL


Check out STEM kits and pick up a STEM Kit Challenge Card at BPL


Mark off 3 in a row.
  • Get a square marked for each STEM Kit checked out.
  • Library:
  • Choose a STEM Kit that....
  • Needs Multiple Players
  • Uses Magnets
  • Uses Patterns
  • Puts an Object in Motion
  • Pairs with a book (Can be a LEGO instruction book)
  • Builds a Structure
  • Uses Coding Lights Up and/or Makes Sound
  • Is Your Choice
  • Turn in your completed card to Benzonia Public Library for a surprise
Through October or until surprises run out.
SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, MATH
STEM Kit Challenge card
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  • Kits can be checked out for one (1) week with one (1) week renewal possible.
  • To view kit information and availability visit our Library Catalog (click Icon below) 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.
  • You will be notified when reserved items are available.
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Library Catalog
Kit Table of Contents,
click here to view (PDF)

IMPORTANT RETURN INFO:
Kits must be returned to the circulation desk in the library. DO NOT place in or on top of the drop box.

STEM Kits ready to
check out at BPL

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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:

February 2023
  2 Friends of BPL Annual Meeting
  3 Story Time with Miss Anne
10 Story Time with Miss Anne
15 Trustee Meeting
17 Story Time with Miss Anne
24 Story Time with Miss Anne

March 2023
  3 Story Time with Miss Anne
10 Story Time with Miss Anne
15 Trustee Meeting
17 Story Time with Miss Anne
24 Story Time with Miss Anne
24 Story Time with Miss Anne

Calendar of Events

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About Us:

Annual Reports
Board of Trustees
Contributions & donations
Donations- Money
​Donations-Books and puzzles.
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History
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Location and map
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Services:

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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
Listening Clarity Devices
​MeL Interlibrary Loan
Mentor Program
​Mich eLibrary
Newspaper Archives
Remembering Benzie: An Oral History Project
​Talking Book Library​
Transparent Language
Up North Digital Collection-Overdrive
WiFi 24/7
YouTube Channel for BPL

Resources:

Benzonia Area Happenings
Books and Reading
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MeL Interlibrary Loan
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Logging Audio Tapes
​OverDrive-Up North Digital

Contact Us:

231-882-4111
benzonialibraryconnect@gmail.com
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  EXCEPT 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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by Ruth Forrest, Beulah, MI