Berne Library Notes for Friday, January 30, 2015
South African leader Desmond Tutu stated, "Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness."
Book club
On Sunday, Feb. 1, at 7 p.m., the book club will be discussing The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd. The novel includes two different struggles for freedom and the courage to dare what seems unattainable. Any interested adult is invited to join the conversation about the hope inside of us.
Read to Ariel
Reading to a dog is known to help develop literacy skills. Amber is bringing Ariel, our tail waggin' tutor, to the library on Monday, Feb. 2, from 4 to 6 p.m. The Dark by Lemony Snickett would be a good picture book to read to Ariel. Children may drop in or call the library at 872-1246 to reserve a time slot.
Story time
On Feb. 2, a groundhog will be pulled from the darkness of his hole. If light causes a shadow, we can expect six more weeks of winter weather. Children ages one to five and their caregivers will learn about groundhogs during storytime on Tuesday, Feb. 3. Join Ms. Kathy at 10:30 a.m. for stories, activities, and a craft.
Friends meet
The Friends of the Library is a hopeful group that makes dreams come true for the library. The next meeting is Wednesday, Feb. 4, at 7 p.m. Members are currently planning a used jewelry and book sale as a fund-raiser. Donations are needed and help is appreciated. Sort through your books and jewelry over the next two months. Drop off donations at the senior center on March 21. The sale is on March 28 and 29, during the Maple Fest weekend. E-mail director@bernepubliclibrary.org or call the library for more information.
Movie night
If you missed the last movie shown at school, you have another chance to see it. Family Movie Night at the library is Friday, Feb. 5, from 6:30 to 8:15 p.m. The Oscar nominated, animated film features creatures that live underground. The movie is rated PG for action, some peril, and mild rude humor. Admission is free and refreshments are provided.
Special day
Saturday, Feb. 7, is Take Your Child to the Library Day. Bring your family to celebrate all the library has to offer.
Ms. Kathy is holding a special family story time at 11 a.m., featuring Pigeon and Pete the Cat from books by Mo Willems and James Dean. A take and make craft will be available from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Don't miss this opportunity to show your children the importance of reading.
Hope you will use this great community resource to enlighten your life.