Berne Library Notes for Friday, March 25, 2016

When someone mentions March Madness, it is difficult to determine if they are talking about basketball, politics, or the weather.  Perhaps they are referring to all the activity at the library.

Thank you to those who supported the Friends of the Berne Library at the yearly book sale by donating, purchasing, and/or working.  The fundraiser was definitely a success.  Start saving your books and jewelry for March 2017.  

Glaze and decorate

The Friends' next fundraiser is Bowls for Books on Saturday, April 16.  Colleen Skiff's art students are making the bowls while learning how to use a pottery wheel; but we need your help to decorate and glaze them.  Work sessions  are being held at the library on Thursday, March 31 between 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. and again on Saturday, April 2 between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.  Stop in anytime during the sessions but please let the library staff know you are coming so we have sufficient supplies.

Using your device

The first NCAA tournament was held 77 years ago in 1939.  Only eight teams competed for the title, with the Oregon Webfoots emerging victorious over the Ohio State Buckeyes.  Facts on March Madness were gathered from the Best Schools Magazine 2016 website.  

Do you know how to find this type of information online?  The Albany County Office of the Aging is sponsoring technology workshops for those 60 or older.  Trainers from MicroKnowledge, Inc. will be at the Berne Library on Monday, March 28 at 1 p.m. for a workshop on tablets.  They will be there again on Thursday, March 31 at 1 p.m. for a laptop computer workshop.  The class is limited to twelve participants so please register with the library staff as soon as possible by calling 872-1246 or emailing .  Attend one or both of these events.  

Trademark madness

The phrase “March Madness” was not associated with the NCAA until 1982 when sportscaster Brent Musburger coined the term during his coverage of the tournament. The phrase had been used previously in an Illinois high school tournament and a trademark battle ensued.  The court decided to grant a dual use trademark allowing both groups to continue use of the term.  

Sprung

Despite the weather, Spring officially began on March 20 with the vernal equinox.  Children ages 1 to 5 are invited to Storytime on Tuesday, March 29 to explore springtime ideas.  Join Ms. Kathy at 10:30 a.m. for stories, activities, and a craft.

Movie Night

The madness of power is the theme of Movie Night at the Library on Friday, April 1.  Check the library's website for the title of the film.  The movie begins at 6:30 p.m. and is rated PG-13 for action and violence.  Admission is free and refreshments are provided.   

Sunday Book Club

Finish off the month of March by reading “Big Little Lies” by Liane Moriarty.  The novel will be discussed at the Book Club on Sunday, April 3.  Join other adults at 7 p.m. for a conversation about the power-crazed parents of kindergartners.  

Don't expect to fill out a perfect March Madness tournament bracket.  The chances are 1 in 9.2 quintillion of picking out all the winners.  You have a much better chance of finding a book you would like to borrow from the library with your free library card.  Stop in and see.