Berne Library Notes for Friday, March 4, 2016

by Judy Petrosillo
— Photo from Judy Petrosillo Tim Gerard poses with his picture of a mother doe and her fawn, “Backyard Visitors,” which won the Adult Division People's Choice award. Sixteen adults entered 38 photographs in the Berne Library contest. Patricia Aronson won the grand prize; she was first in the category “Backyard Visitor”; Erin Bremer was second, and Marilyn Naradolillo was third. In “Hilltown Charm,” Bremer was first, Heather Curvin was second, and Heidi Johnson was third; in “Up Close and Personal,” Sandra K
— Photo from Judy Petrosillo Ashley Scofield stands in front of her photo, in “View From My Door,” which won the Junior Division Grand Prize and Junior Division People's Choice awards in the Berne Library’s contest. Nine people entered a total of 15 photos in the Junior Division. Kaelyn LoBalbo won first place in the category “Backyard Visitor.” In “Hilltown Charm,” Hannah Young was first, Nathan Weis was second, and Scofield was third. In “Up Close and Personal,” Scofield was first, Weis was second, and Ca
— Photo from Judy Petrosillo Patricia Aronson won the Adult Division Grand Prize in the Berne Library’s photo contest.

English philosopher Francis Bacon said, "Some books are to be tasted, others to be swallowed, and some few to be chewed and digested." It seems that only the reader can decide which is which. Take advantage of the wide selection of books to be sampled at your public library.
 

Movie night

If your favorite genre is comedy, this month's film is perfect for you.  Family Movie Night is from 6:30 to 8 p.m., on Friday, March 4. The Oscar nominated animation is rated PG and should make you laugh aloud. Admission is free and refreshments are provided. The title is available on our website bernepubliclibrary.org.

Book club

One of the stimulating things about a book club is that you are encouraged to read types of books outside of your comfort zone. On March 6, at 7 p.m., the Sunday Book Club will be discussing “All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr.”  The novel is about a blind French girl and a German soldier whose paths collide in occupied France during World War II. All adults are welcome to participate in the conversation on this historical drama that won the 2015 Pulitzer Prize for fiction.

Story time

The pre-school children also have a book club. They will be talking about “Chicka Chicka Boom Boom” by Bill Martin Jr, and John Archambault during story time on Tuesday, March 8.  Children ages 1 to 5 are invited to join Ms. Kathy at 10:30 a.m., to discuss this rhythmic alphabet chant along with other stories, activities, and a craft.  

Trustees meet

The role of a library trustee is something that needs to be digested.  The Upper Hudson Library System executive director helps trustees understand their job. Tim Burke will meet with trustees at 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, March 10. The open business meeting follows the training workshop at 8 p.m.

TAG

The teen action group meets at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, March 11. Bring a friend for a teen activity in the library when the library is closed to the public and there is food, of course.

Item drop

This is the month to refresh your personal book collection by donating books you no longer want and replacing them with new-to-you items. Drop off items at the Hilltown senior center, 1360 Helderberg Trail on Saturday, March 12, from 9 a.m. to noon. The Friends of the Berne Library are accepting books, audio-books, music CDs, movies on DVD, jewelry, and fashion scarves.  If this timeframe does not work for you, please contact Judy by calling 872-1246 or e-mailing .
 

The sale takes place on Saturday, March 19, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and again on Sunday, March 20, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Help is needed for this event. Please contact Donna Gwin by e-mailing .  

Celebrate National Nutrition Month by devouring some great books. See you at the library.

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March 4, 2016

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