Berne Library Notes for Friday, July 29, 2016
If your enthusiasm for the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro is starting to grow, you are not alone. The games begin Aug. 5. Americans hope to bring home medals in many events including women's gymnastics with the help of talented Simone Biles.
When using the library's resources to research the Olympics, you will discover that there are actually three gymnastic disciplines. Artistic gymnastics for women has been in the games since 1928 and includes floor, vault, uneven bars and balance beam. Two additional types of gymnastics were added more recently.
Rhythmic gymnasts use a ball, hoop, ribbon, and clubs to create a floor presentation with a soundtrack. Trampoline gymnasts perform acrobatic jumps in the air. All three types of gymnastics demand great strength, flexibility, balance, and grace.
Story time
Children ages 1 to 5 will use grace and flexibility to perform action rhymes during the next Wee Read Storytime. Meet with Ms. Kathy on Tuesday, Aug. 2 at 10:30 a.m. for "Move It" . This program will help develop coordination and rhyming skills with stories, activities, and a craft.
Concert
The bands playing at the Music in the Park concerts could definitely provide soundtracks for rhythmic gymnastics. Or maybe they are best for a night of easy listening and dancing. Slim Pick'ins performs on Wednesday, Aug. 3 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Berne town park. Admission is free. Refreshments are available for purchase from the Friends of the Berne Library.
Science of sports
What is needed to balance on a board? Children ages 5 to 12 will investigate the "Science of Sports" at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 4. Join Ms. Kathy for this summer program on fitness before the library opens at noon.
Movie night
Superheroes are known for their strength and flexibility. Watch them in action during Movie Night at the Library on Friday, Aug. 5. The adventure film is rated PG-13 and runs from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Admission is free and refreshments are provided. Check our website for the title.
Field trip
Show off your athletic skills during the library sponsored field trip to FunPlex in East Greenbush on Monday, Aug. 15. The bus leaves the library at 9 a.m. and returns at 1 p.m. A two-hour ticket gives you access to unlimited go-cart rides, miniature golf, bankshot basketball, bungee trampoline, bumper boats, and more. Cost varies with your participation in the summer reading program. Additional information is available at the library or online at www.bernepubliclibrary.org.
Pokemon
Perhaps your enthusiasm is for other types of games such as the new craze, Pokemon Go. Pokemon trainers are welcome in the"gym” at the library no matter which color is in control. A rare pokemon character was found in the library just last week.
With the summer heat upon us, remember that the library is air conditioned. Come in and chill with us while watching the olympic games on the community room television.