Berne Library Notes for Friday, March 9, 2018

Marching through this third month of 2018 sends us snippets of weather that keeps us guessing. When it comes to the Berne Library’s new manager, the guessing is over. It’s full speed ahead and let the weather do what it will. If you missed the headlines: Kathy Stempel now dons the manager’s hat while simultaneously whipping together those lively story-time slots.

Story time

Children up to age 5 and caregivers, gather up your favorite green outfit and strut your Irish at story time this Tuesday, March 13, at 10:30 a.m. Leprechauns may be leaping about, leaving clues of their visit as Kathy shares stories of St. Patrick’s Day and green color schemes.

Also, keep your eyes peeled for a possible pot of gold hiding in the stacks as you search for books to bring home.

Sale on horizon

Friends of the Library are sporting plans for their yearly Books, Media and Jewelry Sale. The sale itself roars into action March 24 and March 25.

Major stuffing for the sale comes with your donations before the event. At the Berne Community Center on Saturday, March 17, betwixt 9 a.m. and noon, the Friends invite drop-offs of used books, media, and jewelry to maximize browsing choices during the sale event. It’ll be St. Patty’s Day, so remember to wear your green.

Voice Your Choice!

As you visit the library over the next month check out the “Voice Your Choice!” voting booth. This is an opportunity for children and teens to explore, read, and choose book favorites from those on display.

This event springs out of “Children’s Book Week” — a national literacy initiative that’s been around since the last century. We invite the 18-and-under crowd to read and vote from now until May 6, 2018. Stay posted as “Children’s Book Week” quickly approaches.

Heldercon planning

Anyone interested in sharing ideas for the second annual Heldercon (Hilltown Comicon) please join us on Tuesday, March 13, at 6:30 p.m.