Mini Bee Mobile (Teen Kit)

For teens (12+) currently in Grade 7-12 + 2024 high school graduates.

Spring is in the air--and so are the bees! Let your imagination take flight as you craft a charming miniature bumblebee mobile for your home. Colors and some decorative elements may vary by kit.

• Kit Pick-Up Starts: April 26 

• Registration opens April 12: HERE

• Participants must be teens in Grade 7-12. Teen 2024 high school graduates are also eligible. View/download the full April teen calendar HERE.   

• Unless noted otherwise, all library activities and programs are free. 

DIY Fuzzies: Earth-Sun Besties (Teen Kit)

For teens (12+) currently in Grade 7-12 + 2024 high school graduates

Can you master the bendy techniques of pipe cleaner crafts? Make the ultimate bestie duo: celebrate the cosmic friendship of the earth and sun with this keychain set! 

• Kit Pick-Up Starts: April 26 

• Registration opens April 12:  HERE

• Participants must be teens in Grade 7-12. Teen 2024 high school graduates are also eligible. View/download the full April teen calendar HERE.  

• Unless noted otherwise, all library activities and programs are free. 

Beaded Bow Magnets (Teen Kit)

For teens (12+) currently in Grade 7-12 + 2024 high school graduates

 Add a colorful pop of personality to your space by designing and creating your own bow magnets! Use beads, wire, and more; colors may vary by kit. 

• Kit Pick-Up Starts: April 26 

• Registration opens April 12 at: HERE

• Participants must be teens in Grade 7-12. Teen 2024 high school graduates are also eligible. View/download the full April teen calendar HERE. 

• Unless noted otherwise, all library activities and programs are free. 

Dream Design  (Teen Interactive)

For teens (12+) currently in Grade 7-12 + 2024 high school graduates.

Draw your dream library card design! For this month’s prompt, use the Teen Space supplies and share your art on the interactive wall!

Design a unique bookmark for our Level Up! contest--hand-drawn or digital, in a 2: X 7.7" format. Submit your orginal artwork (no AI or copyrighted images) by May 28, 2025, via email (bpl.adsv@gmail.com) or drop it off at Bellevue Public Library. One entry per person. Winners will be chosen by vote:

• 1st place receives a $25 Amazon gift card and printed bookmarks shared with the community
• 2nd and 3rd place designs will also be printed

Discover new flavors with our Spice Club selections. Each week features a new spice with a description of its origin, flavor profile and culinary uses, plus a recipe to try at home. Whether you are looking to expand your cooking repertoire or add a unique twist to your favorite dishes, Spice Club is the perfect way to explore global cuisines from the comfort of your kitchen. This week features: Annatto. Registration is required and opens April 23. 

Register HERE.

Music & Movement for ages 0-5

Wednesdays from 9:30-10 am & 10:15-10:45 am

Join Heidi Bush from Sing Omaha for singing and dancing to fun music.

This activity is provided by a grant from Nebraska Arts Council

Pokémon Club

Wednesdays, April 9 & 23 from 2-3 pm

Calling all Pokémon fans! Bring your Poké knowledge for a social hour where kids can share their love of Pokémon with other Poké-fans!

Curious about digital art? Join our Introduction to Procreate class, perfect for beginners looking to explore the basics of brushes, layers, and color tools in a fun and easy way! Class is for ages 18+ and registratio is required. Register HERE.

Coloring with First Responders

Wednesday, April 23 from 4-5 pm

Color, color, color with our Bellevue First Responders! Maybe Pawficer Mo and Officer Meyers will come by!