Bear breaks into California library to steal honey

A black bear broke into the Mammoth Lakes Public Library in California early on the morning of October 14, 2026. The incident occurred at approximately 6:10 a.m., several hours before the facility was scheduled to open to the public. Security camera footage captured the animal wandering through the library aisles in search of food.

Upon exploring the staff area, the bear discovered and consumed various snacks, including peanut butter, cookies, fresh fruit, and a jar of honey. The timing of the incident was noted as a remarkable coincidence, as it occurred exactly on the 100th anniversary of the original publication of the Winnie-the-Pooh book, which was first released on October 14, 1926. The footage was released by library staff and gained international attention due to the thematic similarity between the animal's behavior and the famous storybook character.