Berne Library Notes for Wednesday, April 22, 2015
The following stanza is from the poem "I'm Nobody, Who Are You?" written by Emily Dickinson:
How dreary to be somebody!
How public like a frog
To tell one's name
the livelong June
To an admiring bog!
The Berne Public Library is celebrating Poetry Month this Friday, April 24, with a poetry workshop facilitated by Avery Stempel at 7 p.m. Open Mic follows the workshop for those who like to recite, read, or listen to poetry. This open program is designed for adults and young adults.
A baby shower
Attention new parents and parents-to-be, the library is throwing a baby shower for you on Sunday, April 26, from 2 to 4 p.m. Experts will be on hand to discuss baby issues. Kathy will provide tips on how to raise your baby as a reader. Gifts for your little tadpole, refreshments, and door prizes are part of the fun. Babysitting will be provided. To ensure that we are prepared, please sign up by Saturday, April 25. Call the library at 872-1246 or e-mail us at [email protected].
One-room schoolhouse
If you find a jelly egg mass in a long chain, it was probably laid by a toad. If the egg mass is a cluster, the eggs will eventually develop into frogs. At what grade level did you learn the difference between toads and frogs? Imagine teaching all grade levels in one room. Dan Driscoll will speak about the one room schoolhouse in Knox on Monday, April 27, at 7 p.m. This program is being presented jointly by the library and the Berne Historical Society. If you are interested in local history, this is the program for you.
Story time
Children ages one to five are invited to story time on Tuesday, April 28. Join Ms. Kathy at 10:30 a.m. to learn about frogs. This pre-literacy program includes stories, activities, and a craft.
When it comes to receiving information about the library, we want you to be somebody instead of nobody. The monthly newsletter which lists upcoming events may be sent to your e-mail. Stay in touch by signing up for the e-newsletter at the library.