News & Events

There is always something happening at the Library! Learn about and register for upcoming events, review recent Library newsletters, and read about the latest Library-related news.

Beaman Browser Summer 2026

June 3, 2026
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Summer Saturday Hours

May 29, 2026

Beginning May 30, the Library’s Summer Saturday hours will take effect with open hours changing to 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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Library Closed Saturday 5/23 for Memorial Day

May 20, 2026

The Beaman Memorial Public Library will be closed on Saturday, May 23rd in observance of Memorial Day.

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NEW! Anime Collection

April 14, 2026

Introducing our new anime collection! Located by the elevator on the Main Floor, our budding anime collection is filled with current favorites, all-time classics, and movies from popular anime franchises!

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Movie Madness at Beaman Library

By Beaman Library | March 1, 2025 | Comments Off on Movie Madness at Beaman Library

March is bracket season! Thirty two of the best movies of all-time (as rated by IMDb) will enter the first round of Movie Madness. The two movies with the most votes en route to the Final Four will be shown in the Library on Wednesday, March 26 and Thursday, March 27 at 5:30 p.m. No…

Tuesday 2/18 Morning Programs Postponed

By Michael Long - Director | February 18, 2025 | Comments Off on Tuesday 2/18 Morning Programs Postponed

Due to the weather conditions, programs scheduled for the morning of Tuesday, February 18th are postponed. Afternoon programs will take place as scheduled. The Library will open at 10 AM. If visiting the Library, please enter through the Newton Street entrance. Stay safe!

Delayed Opening

By Beaman Library | February 12, 2025 | Comments Off on Delayed Opening

Due to the predicted weather, the Library will open at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 13. Please continue to check the website or call the Library for continued updates.

Love Your Library

By Beaman Library | January 30, 2025 | Comments Off on Love Your Library

There are a lot of reasons to love your Library! While we here at the Library have our reasons why we love what we do, we want to hear what you love about the Library. Next time you stop by during the month of February, please leave a note on one of the provided Valentine’s…

Beaman Browser Spring 2025

By Beaman Library | January 1, 2025 | Comments Off on Beaman Browser Spring 2025

New Years Holiday Hours

By Beaman Library | December 8, 2024 | Comments Off on New Years Holiday Hours

Beaman Library will close at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 31 and remain closed on Wednesday, January 1. Happy New Year!

Thanksgiving Library Hours

By Beaman Library | November 13, 2024 | Comments Off on Thanksgiving Library Hours

The Library will close at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 27 and remain closed on Thursday, November 28. Happy Thanksgiving!

Delayed Opening

By Beaman Library | November 7, 2024 | Comments Off on Delayed Opening

Beaman Library will have a delayed opening Friday, November 8. The Library will open at 11:00 a.m.so that staff may attend a training event.

Consumer Reports

By Beaman Library | November 7, 2024 | Comments Off on Consumer Reports

Smart and savvy buying tips are just a few clicks away! Our library provides free access to ConsumerReports.org, a buying advice tool that will ensure you get the best deal or product. You can use it to find reliable ratings and reviews for thousands of products and help you make the most of your time…

New Mind+Body Wellness Resource

By Beaman Library | October 1, 2024 | Comments Off on New Mind+Body Wellness Resource

Beaman Library now provides access to Hiveclass, an e-learning platform that makes it fun and easy to access high-quality, educational videos across 18+ sports and wellness activities. With countless skill-based videos available in English and Spanish, you can learn the fundamentals of:  * Aquatics * Basketball * Dance * Field Hockey * Fitness * Gymnastics…