Youth Services
Welcome to Youth Services, a dynamic place to learn more about the services of the library. Use this section to keep up-to-date with what’s happening at the library and to learn more about the services the youth library has to offer. Expand the sections below to find out more about our services and membership requirements.
Membership
Membership is open to all children from birth until their eighteenth year of age. Membership is free. Charges are only levied for lost or damaged books and lost date due cards. Presently, four (4) books can be checked out for three weeks at a time. Membership is renewable every year.
Enrollment Requirements
- ONLY a parent or legal guardian can enroll a child(ren) to become a Youth Library member.
- Parent or legal guardian must present PICTURE IDENTIFICATION & PROOF OF RESIDENCY (e.g. e-bill, utility bill, correspondence – all dated within 3 months).
Youth Library Brochure
To find out about our mission, hours, services, etc. Please click here:
Youth Library brochure
Unattended Child Policy
In order to provide a safe and welcoming environment for all our patrons, please see our Unattended Child Policy.
Unattended Child Policy
Services
- Parent-Teacher resource collection
- School & group visits
- 3D Printer Printer request form
- Storytimes
- Summer Reading Program
- Newspapers & magazines
- Audio books
- Foreign language books
- Book return chute
- Aquarium
- Booklists & bookmarks
- Children’s award books
- Free public internet computer Revised Internet Policy
* Computer are restricted to Youth patrons ONLY after 2:30 p.m. weekdays and all day on Saturdays and School Holidays. - Photocopying facilities
- Help Yourself box
… and much more!
Group Visitation Guidelines
Camp and classes are welcome to visit the library. We endeavor to accommodate groups at the times they would like to visit. Group and class leaders must call ahead and book a time so as not to clash with other library programming or group visits. For more information see attached policy.
LIBRARY GROUP VISITATION RULES
Unattended Child Policy
Parents, guardians, and/or caregivers are responsible for the safety, behavior, and supervision of children at all times in the Library and on library property. Children are expected to respect library property and adhere to the rules outlined in the Unattended Child Policy .
Book Donation Policy
The Youth Services department is happy to receive donations that can enhance our collection. Please review our book donation policy.
Material Challenge Policy
Materials in the library’s collection are selected under the guidelines established in the library’s Collection Development Policy. The term “materials,” as used in this policy, includes books, periodicals, pamphlets, pictures, photographs, audio recordings, films, video tapes, software, databases, microforms, posters, displays, educational toys, and any other form or format in which information and ideas may be conveyed, either existing or as may be developed. The library recognizes that from time to time concerns or complaints about a specific title or type of material selected for, or removed (weeded) from the collection may arise. This policy provides the systematic approach to ensure the fundamental principles of intellectual freedom are upheld while completely addressing the nature of the complaint.
Teen Advisory Board
The mission of the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is to promote Bermuda Youth Library’s services to young adults by:
- Planning and implementing young adult programs
- Creating an inviting atmosphere at the library by maintaining a safe, attractive young adult area
- Promoting ideas in the young adult collection
- Promoting and encouraging reading by young adults
- Advocating the rights of young adults
The TAB meets every Wednesday from 4:00pm – 5:15pm during the school year in the Youth Library auditorium. To register for TAB, print and complete the TAB Application Form and bring it to the Library.
Ages: 13-18 years.
LOOKING FOR A GREAT BOOK TO READ OR LISTEN TO? CHECK OUT OUR GREAT YOUNG ADULT COLLECTION ON OVERDRIVE!
Events & Activities
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19th 2026
10:00 AM
Special story time session for fathers, godfathers, mentors, uncles, etc to share a special time with the children in their lives.
Join us for exciting virtual conversations with some of the bestselling authors this Fall. Learn about what inspires them to write, find out what’s their next book is going to be and submit questions to be answered during their presentations.
Register and ask questions of the author!
Fall Online Author Talk Registration
SEPTEMBER 26th, 2026
11:30 am – 12:30 pm
FREE!
LIMITED SPACE. REGISTRATION REQUIRED!
For further information, contact Mr. Hall at kehall@gov.bm
The library has curated a “Library of Things” offering our community access to items they might not need to own. These items can be checked out with your library card.
Check out our initial rollout of items. If you have any suggestions of items that we can add to our collection, feel free to let us know. Library of Things
MUSIC ENRICHMENT PROGRAM
WEDNESDAYS – 10 weeks
1 – 1:45 pm
STARTS : SEPTEMBER 23rd, 2026
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
https://near.tl/sm/GXFMnmcmB
Twisted Forest Storybook Scene – 1
Every year, in the days leading up to Halloween, something mysterious stirs within the library. Deep inside the pages of your favorite storybooks… the characters begin to wake. You don’t believe me? Come and see for yourself. (walk through)
Location: Youth Library
Date: Saturday, October 24th, 2026
Time: 6:00-8:30 pm
Tickets: $3/person ($5/person on event date)
September is… Library Card Sign-up Month! Celebrate and spread the word. Library Card Sign-Up Month offers an opportunity to get involved with your local library and check out all the great services it offers your community. A library card gives you access to technology, resources, and services to pursue your passions and dreams. Visit the library and use your card often.
Registration requirements:
1. ONLY a parent or legal guardian can enroll children to be members.
2. Parent or legal guardian must present:
Picture identification AND Proof of residency (Must be within 3 months)
e.g. e-bill, utility bill, mail
TUESDAYS
3:45 PM – 4:45 PM
CREATIVE & EXCITING NEW CRAFTS EACH WEEK!
WEDNESDAYS
4:00 PM – 5:15 PM
AGES: 14-18
EARN COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS AS YOU ORGANIZE PROGRAMS FOR TEENS AND ASSIST WITH LIBRARY PROGRAMMING
THURSDAYS
3:45 PM – 5:00 PM
A DIFFERENT BUILD THEME EACH WEEK
NEW STORYWALKS! – “Bermuda’s Flying Flowers” & “Tiny Goes Green in Bermuda”
There are new Storywalk installations at the Botanical Gardens and the Verdmont Museum.
StoryWalk is a wonderful way for adults and their young children or grandchildren to combine literacy skills and healthy exercise as they walk to each of the 7 reading stations while enjoying the beauty of the Gardens.
Botanical Gardens: Book written by Ras Mykkal. The StoryWalk begins under the Ficus trees near the old Parks Office building, takes participants through the sensory garden, into the palm collection, and concludes at the bottom of the celebration lawn.
Verdmont Museum: Book written by Elizabeth Mulderig. The StoryWalk begins at the lower garden gate and takes you around the Verdmont property.
Visit these locations and enjoy the storywalks!
TumbleBooks are animated, talking picture books which teach kids the joy of reading in a format they’ll love. They are created by taking existing picture books, adding animation, sounds, music and narration to produce an electronic picture book (and some classics) which you can read, or have read to you. The language drop-down menu allows you to view the site in French and Spanish, instead of English. Click HERE to start reading!
CLASS VISITS TO THE LIBRARY
Library tours and bibliographic instruction are available to classes of all ages. Ensure that your students are prepared to maximize their learning experience by ensuring that they know about library resources.
BOOK EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT!
Use your library card to access hundreds of free movies through our Kanopy library. Movies for children of all ages. Click here.
Chess gives children the skills that they need to excel scholastically and socially in the world today. If you would like for your child to learn chess or they need someone to play chess with, then sign them up for the Chess Club.
SATURDAYS
3:00 – 5:00 pm
Club run by Larry Ebbin
ALL SKILL LEVELS WELCOME
SATURDAYS
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
YOUTH LIBRARY AUDITORIUM
AGES: 9-13
This club is designed to help young girls develop self-expression, confidence and charitable hearts while discovering their unique gifts and talents. It is a club worth joining where girls can have fun, make new friends and learn amazing new things.
RUN BY PHENOMENAL PEOPLE INC., BERMUDA
WEDNESDAYS 14-18 yrs. 4:00 – 5:15 PM
The mission of the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is to promote Bermuda Youth Library’s services to young adults by:
- Planning and implementing young adult programs
- Creating an inviting atmosphere at the library by maintaining a safe, attractive young adult area
- Promoting ideas in the young adult collection
- Promoting and encouraging reading by young adults
- Advocating the rights of young adults.
JOIN TODAY!
RESUMES SEPTEMBER 2026
10:30 am AGES: 3 and up
Storytime is an early literacy program where we read books, sing songs, learn rhymes and fingerplays, and get moving with manipulatives like shakers, scarves, and a parachute. Here are some of the benefits of story time.
* Gets kids excited about books and reading
* Develops a library habit
* Encourages socialization
* Improves attention span and listening skills
* Creates quality time between caregiver and child
* Introduces new books, authors, songs, and activities to do at home
Youth Library Auditorium
Thursdays & Saturdays
9:30 – 10:00 am
Ages: 3 month – 2 1/2 yrs.
JANUARY – APRIL
JUNE
JULY (SAT. ONLY)
SEPTEMBER – NOVEMBER
Storyline Online is available 24 hours a day for children, parents, and educators worldwide. For each book, supplemental curriculum developed by a credentialed elementary school educator is provided, aiming to strengthen comprehension and verbal and written skills for English-language learners worldwide.
Visit Storyline Online at storylineonline.net.
The 
library reading app.
Thousands of e-books, audiobooks, magazines, videos and more – hand-selected by the library- are available for free. From New York Times best-sellers to classics, you’re sure to find something great to read! Warm, personal, and easy to use, Libby is great for users of all ages.
Reading has been associated as an early indicator of academic success. Public formal education does not typically start until ages 5-6. Before then, parents and caregivers are the first education providers during the 0-5 early critical years. The 1000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge is a simple (read a book, any book to your child, with the goal of reading 1,000 before kindergarten) and very manageable endeavor. PICK UP YOUR PACKET FROM THE LIBRARY!
Books-Your-Child-Should-Hear-Before-Kindergarten
For more information about the program, visit 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Program
Keep your child’s library books and card safe and dry with a library bag and pouch. Library cards can be
viewed through the clear cover eliminating the need to take cards out to check out books. The library bag allows you to always know where your books are.
Pouches: Red, blue & black $4.00
Bags: Red, green & blue $7.00
WE NEED YOUR HELP!
Whether you like to do crafts, tell or read stories or just help out, we would love to have you as part of our team. Your valuable skills and time will be welcome at the library! Volunteer form
- Youth Library Booklist
- Award Books @ The Library
- Library Partners
Adult Services
Par-la-ville
13 Queen St.
Hamilton HM 11
Bermuda
Mon Closed
Tues–Thu 9:00am-5:00pm
Fri 10:00am–5:00pm
Sat 9:00am-5:00pm
Sun Closed
*Closed on Public Holidays
Main Line: (441)295-2905
Youth Services
Location
74 Church Street
Hamilton HM12
Bermuda
Hours
Mon Closed
Tues–Thu 9:00am-5:00pm
Fri 10:00am–5:00pm
Sat 9:00am-5:00pm
(CLOSED:Lunch 1:15pm-2:30pm)
Sun Closed
*Closed on Public Holidays
Contact
Main Line: (441)295-0487
Email: youthlib@gov.bm
Collection Management
Location
Par-la-ville
13 Queen St.
Hamilton HM 11
Bermuda
Contact
Main Line: (441)295-2905
Local Studies/Bermuda Questions: (441)246-7047
Email: ejhollis@gov.bm
Technical Services: (441)295-2905
Email: ejhollis@gov.bm