Dive into an Adventure

this Summer at Your Library

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Library of Whispers

Find Your Story Summer Reading Adventure

Embark on an Adventure — Find Your Own Story!

Dive into our “Choose Your Own Adventure” Summer Reading Programme, where every book is a journey and every decision is yours!


Explore thrilling stories, make plot-changing choices, and discover the power of reading in an exciting new way. Whether you're navigating ancient ruins, exploring space, or escaping from dragons, no two adventures are the same.


Pick a path and let the adventure begin!


The Library of Whispers - Adult Summer Reading Adventure 2025

Dates: Jul 4, 2025 - Aug 16, 2025

Ages: 14 - 109

To participate: Select 4 books and attend 2 events to complete your

Summer Reading Adventure!

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Find Your Story

Browse Our In-House Displays


A1- A Magical Door

Destination Reads

The librarian nods knowingly and hands you a key.


“Downstairs. If you have a reader’s heart, a door will appear that will open with this key. Imagine your most desired destination when you turn the key.”

You descend stone steps into the dark. A door shimmers in the gloaming. You turn the key and the door opens to...


...another world!

Select a book that will transport you to another country, another time or even another world!

Genres to explore:

Destination Fiction

Sci-Fi

Fantasy

Historical Fiction

Travel Guides

Travel Memoir


A2 - A Moonlit Lake

You are standing at the edge of Moonlit Lake, a mysterious body of water known for the strange lights that flicker beneath its surface. Legend says that something ancient slumbers in its depths—something that calls out to those who dare to listen. The air is still. The moon is full. And the water is whispering your name...


...listen to its siren song and select a book that explores the mystery of the deep. Books connected to water—whether it’s oceans, rivers, or coastal settings—can be deeply atmospheric, sometimes evoking mystery and the pull of the sea, other times exploring environmental concerns, history, or human interaction with these watery realms.

Genres to explore:

Non-fiction (ocean, rivers, lakes, animals)

Myths (Bermuda Triangle, Mermaids, Loch Ness Monster)

Coastal Fiction

Mysteries set on remote islands

Beach Reads


Try These Summer Reading Adventure Titles

Free with the Libby App

A1 -The Magical Door

Select a book that will transport you to another country, another time or even another world!


Included in this list: Destination Fiction Sci-Fi Fantasy Historical Fiction Travel Guides Travel Memoir

A2 - A Moonlit Lake

Books connected to water—whether it’s oceans, rivers, or coastal settings—can be deeply atmospheric, sometimes evoking mystery and the pull of the sea, other times exploring environmental concerns, history, or human interaction with these watery realms.

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Try these Ebooks, Audiobooks and magazines FREE with

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July Events

What Have We Been Up To...

Helping Our Community Find Their Story

Events Recap

Pride Pop Up

Reading is Resistance

Thank you to all our supporters who stopped by, connected with us and found your story at the Bermuda Pride Pop Up!

Adult Storytime with Samuel Alexander

Bermudian Merchant Mariners

in the British Atlantic World, 1890's to 1920's

with Kristy Warren

Creative Response Session

Forgotten Figures with Meredith Ebbin

Mary Prince: From Bermuda to the World

with Maxine Esdaille

Find Your Story Scrapbook Event

at the Bermuda Archives

Adult Storytime with Frederick Hassell

Book Signing with Elaine Fox

National Library Week Pop Up

The Human Library

Join the Human Library

Have you ever thought about a specific chapter of your life that you wanted to share with other people?


Right now, we’re looking for more volunteer Books to join our collection.

You can apply to become a part of our Bookshelf via the link in our bio.

Also, if you know someone who would be a great Book, then feel free to send them our way.


Thank you @humanlibraryorganization for continuing to give the world an opportunity to Unjudge Someone.


The Bermuda Human Library Team is inviting you to consider being a Book! Give our community a chance to UNJUDGE SOMEONE by hearing your story.


Curious? Contact Bermuda National Library via libraryevents@gov.bm

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Digital Collection

24 July - Throwback Thursday - Royal Gazette - 24 July 1955 page 1 - Conch Stew King Sidney Pitcher prepares for Cup Match. For more Cup Match preparations see BNL's Digital Collection:

31 July - 31 July - Throwback Thursday - Royal Gazette - 31 July 1950 page 7 - Cup Match statistics https://bnl.contentdm.oclc.org/digital/collection/BermudaNP02/id/142015/rec/1

and Royal Gazette - 31 July 1955 page 1 (photos) https://bnl.contentdm.oclc.org/digital/collection/BermudaNP02/id/168116/rec/1

Department of Libraries and Archives Updates

Youth Services

Beat the Summer Slide

Pop by the Youth Library with Your Young People

Summer Reading Challenge 2025

Level Up @ Your Library


July 1 – August 16, 2025

Log reading time to earn points.

Earn 1200 points to complete reading challenge and be entered into the grand prize draw.

Prizes for reaching 400, 800 & 1200 point levels.

Registration starts June 1st at bnl.beanstack.com.


Archives

International Archives Day

The Bermuda Archives, in partnership with the Bermuda National Trust, marked International Archives Day with Legacy in Paint and Paper — a powerful exhibition showcasing Bermuda’s 19th-century visual heritage through the eyes of artists Edward James and Thomas Driver.


In his remarks to the House, Minister Diallo Rabain highlighted the importance of this month-long exhibit and the role of archives in preserving our story:

“Archives matter because they protect our rights, support learning, safeguard transparency, and connect generations.”


Open until July 9 at the Bermuda Archives, this collaborative display invites the public to see Bermuda through the brushstrokes and records of those who came before — and to reflect on the shared responsibility of preserving our history for generations to come.

Congrats Bermuda Archives Team

Bermuda National Trust Award Winners


Big Bowtie Book Club July Read

Wait what!!! We've passed the half year mark already!


Book 7

Welcome to July.

Our current selection is Miss Eliza's English Kitchen by Annabel Abbs.


The books are available at our local bookstores, get your copy from Bermuda Bookstore or The Bookmart.


To join the Big Bowtie Book Club email libraryevents@gov.bm.


Community Partners

Pop by and join the Department of Libraries and Archives team as we display books from our collection and share information about our resources at the Emancipation Edition & Vendors Market.


Sankofa Bermuda in collaboration with CURB presents

 

Community Voices Speak

The Emancipation Edition & Vendors Market

 

Date: Thursday, July 10th

 

Time 6:00PM to 8:30PM`

 

Tickets: $35

 

Location: BUEI, 40 Crow Lane, Pembroke, Bermuda (along East Broadway)


Come and hear short dynamic talks on history, culture, and community from thought leaders sharing insightful thought-provoking topics designed to inspire, educate, and challenge the attendees.


The event opens at 6:00PM with vendors market and networking, until 6:45PM.


The speakers talk series, follows promptly from 6:45PM– 8:00PM with a final opportunity to connect with all speakers from 8:00PM until 8:30PM


Speakers' series & Talks:

 

1. Decolonizing Language with Rashida Godwin : This talk, will share how use of language has evolved over the years, concerning Emancipation, Colonization and Enslavement and focus will be on the use of terminology in historical context and the importance of how it needs to be reframed when making reference to it.

 

2. Beyond Likeability: Racial Ideology, Self-Actualization, and Black Masculinity with Rajai Denbrook: This talk offers a critical reflection on the ethical integrity and contemporary experience of racial ideology, including the limitations and illusions of the implicitly held expectations of public-presentation and embodiment as they pertain to the black masculine in particular.

 

3. History of Emancipation with Cordell Riley: The History of Emancipation in Bermuda traces the long struggle for freedom from slavery, culminating in the official abolition on August 1, 1834. It reflects both the resilience of the enslaved and the ongoing journey toward racial justice and equality in Bermudian society.

 

4. Reparations with Hashim Estwick: The call for reparations in Bermuda stems from the enduring legacy of slavery and colonialism, which created deep social and economic disparities that persist today. Reparations seek to address these historical injustices by promoting equity, healing, and restorative justice for the descendants of the enslaved.

 

5. Why We Need Healing with Lynne Winfield - Healing is essential to address the generational trauma caused by Bermuda’s history of slavery, segregation, and systemic racism, which continue to impact our communities today. Learn about CURB’s Truth & Reconciliation Community Conversations (TRCC) process as well as our Restorative Practice initiatives aimed at healing our community.



Bermuda National Library Holiday Hours