Berne Library Notes for Wednesday, October 13, 2021
— Photo from Sandra Kisselback
Linda, colorist and poet, displays her work in the Friends' Art Gallery during October.
Packed full, you say?
Yes, indeed. It’s jam-packed with things to do.
Take a peek at the lineup:
— Knit Wits: Those multi-talented Knit Wits. Crochet or knit or even sew, the Knit Wits have some yarns to pull. All you yarn crafters out there are welcome to join the group’s October meeting at 7 p.m. on the 17th;
— It’s a Volunteer Appreciation Reception on the 18th. Thanking library volunteers for giving of their time and energy, the library is putting on a spread. Summer music fiddlers and songsters, Library Friends, individuals contributing stories at scheduled programs, seed library and garden landscape coordinator, it’s time to say thank you. Connect with the conga line of thanks on Oct. 18 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the community room;
— Ready to let your pumpkin decorating talent shine? The library is sponsoring a pumpkin-decorating event paired with the Town of Berne’s Octoberfest. Go to your nearest pumpkin patch and choose a pumpkin. Decorate your pumpkin to the nines and bring it to the library on Oct. 20 between 4 and 6 p.m. The decorated pumpkins will then travel to the town’s Octoberfest on Oct. 23 from 1 to 6 p.m. Pumpkin-carving kits are available at the library while supplies last;
— Perfect month for Ghost Stories, yes? Glad you agree. There is a new book in town called “True Ghost Stories From Altamont & Surrounds.” Stories collected and edited by Tom Capuano and Thom Breitenbach.
Over 40 recollections from the Village of Altamont and better than 30 from the surrounds. The men who brought this fascinating book to life will be sharing stories, and their journey, with the public on Thursday, Oct. 21, at 7 p.m. in the library’s community room.
So many spirit sighting stories were shared, there’s a second volume in the works. Please join this ghostly talk on the 21st at 7 p.m.; and
— The artist known only as Linda, colorist and poet, treats visitors to colors so vibrant you just want to smile. All through October you can experience this uplifting show. Extending the pleasures of relaxation and calm, you are invited to an after-hours Adult Coloring Night at the library on Friday, Oct. 29, at 7 p.m.
Coloring pages, tea, and the pleasure of your company makes the scene complete. Please register by calling 518-872-1246. The library’s yours for the night. Or for a few hours anyway.
To plan your library outings, look for event listings at www.bernepubliclibrary.org, follow program announcements on Facebook, call the library at 518-872-1246 and read all about it in The Altamont Enterprise. See you on the trail!