Boise Public Library Foundation

Boise Public Library Foundation We are a non-profit organization led by community members who raise funds to benefit the Boise Public Library.

While most people think of books when they think of libraries, our  library card can also unlock access to hundreds of n...
06/01/2026

While most people think of books when they think of libraries, our library card can also unlock access to hundreds of newspapers from around the world. ๐Ÿ“ฐ

Cardholders can access 460 U.S. newspapers and 370 international newspapers, making it easy to stay informed, research a topic, explore local history, or follow news from another part of the world.

Even better, articles can be saved for later, downloaded, printed, or read aloud using built-in accessibility features.

Explore this and other digital resources available with your Boise Public Library card: https://www.boisepubliclibrary.org/digital-resources/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=facebook&utm_campaign=bplf

Any Dunder Mifflin fans will love this curated reading list!
05/31/2026

Any Dunder Mifflin fans will love this curated reading list!

Clocking out of work? ๐Ÿ“„ This weekend, clock into books written by cast. ๐Ÿšฎ https://bit.ly/4dLcyGq

Parents of teens: Valley Regional Transit's "Youth Ride Free" program is live! It lets kids 18 and under ride VRT buses ...
05/27/2026

Parents of teens: Valley Regional Transit's "Youth Ride Free" program is live! It lets kids 18 and under ride VRT buses FREE through August 31.

From Boise's weekly newsletter highlighted routes to local library branches:

๐Ÿ“– Downtown Boise Library โ€” Route 4 or 3
๐Ÿ“– Library! at Bown Crossing โ€” Route 17
๐Ÿ“– Library! at Cole & Ustick โ€” Route 24
๐Ÿ“– Library! at Collister โ€” Route 9
๐Ÿ“– Library! at Hillcrest โ€” Route 29 or 20

Such a cool way to help kids build independence while staying connected to books, summer programs, and community spaces.

Sign your kid up here: https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/fares-passes/youth-ride-free/

05/23/2026

Donโ€™t let children's reading skills go extinct this summer! ๐Ÿฆ– BPL's Summer Reading Program is officially underway, and itโ€™s a roaring good way to keep kids learning while school is out.

Research shows that regular reading over the summer helps children maintain vocabulary, comprehension, and confidence โ€” so they return to school ready to learn instead of battling the โ€œsummer slide.โ€

Plus, when kids get to choose their own books and adventures? Reading becomes something they want to do.โœจ So grab your future paleontologists and/or budding readers and sign up for a summer full of stories, activities, and fun! ๐Ÿฆ•

Game 1 of the NBA Western Conference Finals is tonight, so hereโ€™s a fun reminder that some athletes are just as passiona...
05/18/2026

Game 1 of the NBA Western Conference Finals is tonight, so hereโ€™s a fun reminder that some athletes are just as passionate about books as they are about basketball. ๐Ÿ€๐Ÿ“š

ICYMI, San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama has become known for reading in the locker room before games. We love this creative โ€œRead Like Wembyโ€ display from his local library, and are encouraging Boise basketball fans to channel their inner bookworm and check out a new read of their own.

Whether your offseason favorite is sci-fi, biographies, graphic novels, or sports stories, your next great read is waiting at the library!

๐Ÿ€๐Ÿ“š Wemby's love of reading is as legendary as his rebounds. If you're at Central Library check something out from our "Read Like Wemby" display, full of books inspired by Wemby's love of classic and modern science fiction.

Can't make it to Central? Check out our online lists in our catalog or Libby and start reading like Wemby today!

Print books: https://mysapl.bibliocommons.com/v2/list/display/1368710057/3022652222
eBooks & eAudiobooks on Libby: https://libbyapp.com/library/sanantonio/curated-1802161/page-1

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A little wind couldnโ€™t blow away the fun! ๐ŸŒฌ๏ธ๐Ÿ“šโ˜€๏ธ Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Summer Reading Celebration at...
05/16/2026

A little wind couldnโ€™t blow away the fun! ๐ŸŒฌ๏ธ๐Ÿ“šโ˜€๏ธ Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Summer Reading Celebration at JUMP. It was wonderful to meet so many families excited about a summer filled with books, learning, and adventure.

We loved giving away Boise Comic Arts Festival T-shirts and stickers, as well as raffle prizes to those who signed up for our email list.

Most of all, we hope your children left inspired to keep reading all summer long. Every page turned helps build confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.

Happy summer reading, Boise! ๐Ÿ’›

If you're looking for ways to keep kids learning, reading, and having fun this summer, join us TOMORROW at the Summer Re...
05/15/2026

If you're looking for ways to keep kids learning, reading, and having fun this summer, join us TOMORROW at the Summer Reading & Learning Celebration at JUMP! Families can explore summer programs from more than 20 local organizations, sign up for Summer Reading, enjoy live music, storytimes, hands-on activities, STEM fun with Dr. Picklestein, and more.

Thank you, Boise! Together, 54 generous supporters gave more than $7,000 during   to help fund programs that build early...
05/13/2026

Thank you, Boise! Together, 54 generous supporters gave more than $7,000 during to help fund programs that build early literacy, prevent summer learning loss, expand access to books and digital resources, and create opportunities for learners of all ages.

Every donation โ€” large and small โ€” helps strengthen our libraries and the vital role they play in our community.

As author Neil Gaiman once wrote, โ€œA library is a place that is a repository of information and gives every citizen equal access to it.โ€ ๐Ÿ’›

Thank you for helping ensure that access continues for everyone in Boise!

Library-inspired looks are always in style! Enjoy a few giggles to wrap up your Monday!
05/12/2026

Library-inspired looks are always in style! Enjoy a few giggles to wrap up your Monday!

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715 S. Capitol Boulevard
Boise, ID
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