Berne Library Notes for Wednesday, February 25, 2015
Theodor Seuss Geisel was an American writer born on March 2, 1904 in Springfield, Massachusetts. Using the pseudonym Dr. Seuss, he wrote and illustrated children's books, which are still loved today. Being persistent helped start his career since his first book was rejected 27 times before being published.
PARP, Parents as Reading Partners, kicks off on March 2 at the Berne-Knox-Westerlo Elementary School. As Dr. Seuss said, "You're never too old, too wacky, too wild, to pick up a book and read to a child."
Read Across America
Children are invited to drop by the Berne Public Library on Monday, March 2, between 2 to 4 p.m., for Read Across America. Ariel, our tail waggin' tutor would love to hear a book by Dr. Seuss and the child benefits from interacting with the dog. Thanks to Amber, her trainer, for bringing Ariel to the library on the first Monday of each month.
Story time
"A person's a person no matter how small", is another Seuss quote. Story time is designed for small people ages one to five. Join Ms. Kathy at 10:30 a.m., on Tuesday, March 3, for stories by Dr. Seuss, activities, and a craft.
Friends meet
Dr. Seuss wrote, "Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It's not." Fortunately, the Friends of the Berne Library care a lot. The group meets at 7 p.m., on Wednesday, March 4 in the community room. Anyone interested in supporting the library is invited to attend. The group is working on fund-raisers and a story walk for the Knox town park.
The March fundraiser is a book and jewelry sale at the Hilltown Senior Center, 1360 Helderberg Trail, Berne. Donations of books, puzzles, movies on DVD or VHS, audio-books, and jewelry are being accepted on Saturday, March 21, from 9 a.m. to noon at the senior center. Small donations may be left at the library during our March hours. The sale is Saturday, March 28, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, March 29, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Movie night
"You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself in any direction you choose. You're on your own, and you know what you know. And you are the guy who'll decide where to go." That quote by Dr. Seuss aptly describes the main character in the movie being shown on Friday, March 6. Movie Night begins at 6:30 p.m. The recently released film on DVD is rated PG-13. Admission is free and refreshments are provided.
Consider including the library as part of your regular schedule. As Dr. Seuss said, "The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go."