Berne Library Notes for Tuesday, November 24, 2020
— Photo from Sandra L. Kisselback
The Mitten Tree at the Berne Public Library is getting trimmed. Sitting to the left, a Hilltown holiday food-drive box is ready for filling.
Lift one corner of your mouth toward your eyes. Now lift the other corner. Do you feel that? It’s a home-grown blast of fun. Next, slow breath in, long breath out. Give yourself 5 to 10 of those. All while keeping the corners of your mouth lifted toward your eyes.
Now do the above with your eyes gently closed for three more breaths. This little moment of relaxation is brought to you by the caring folks at the Berne Public Library. You can access it anytime you’d like for free, with or without your library card. No app necessary. You should note, if you do this while driving, remember to keep your eyes open.
Nature Journaling
What’s happening with your Nature Journaling? It’s a great time of year to dive in. Look deep into the newly exposed forests, hillsides, and backyard spaces. With fresh snow, get up early to spy wildlife tracks slicing across the meadow.
Listen as squirrels and chipmunks chatter about climbing to great heights and leaping to nearby hemlocks or oaks. Watch the dance of trees swaying in the wind to their own symphony of rhythm.
A great activity for kids and adults. Journal often using words, drawings, pictures, and date stamps. Check out the Empire Pass from the library and explore Thacher Park to add new area experiences to your 2020 Nature Journaling.
TedX
The TedX Berne Public Library program is gathering steam. Community members are signed up to add their voices to the conversation. Feb. 27, 2021 is the designated landing date. Mark your library event calendars now.
The Mitten Tree
Mittens, scarves, and hats continue to fill up the Mitten Tree at the Berne Public Library. Sitting to the left, a Hilltown holiday food-drive box is ready for filling. Thank you for all the generous donations. Want to participate? Call the library: 518-872-1246.
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Word of the Month
Virtual holiday celebrations are in full swing for the Word of the Month Club. Members are home, opening boxed kits for December’s gig-a-lig.
Crazy headpieces, word game notepads, smatterings of writing implements, various snacky packs, and some tasty mocktail recipes. You know, for when the time comes to raise the word toast.
Eric’s taking the lead on this one. “Evenin’ y’all! How’s the best darn group of wordies gettin’ on?”
A flurry of raised glasses and clamoring smiles fills the screen.
Eric commented on the bright display of festive headgear: “Looks like the head toppers are a real winner. Thanks for gettin’ in the spirit.”
Roxanne rolled out the gong, waiting for Eric’s signal. With a slight nod from Eric, Roxanne whaled the gong. “Are y’all ready?” Raised glasses told the tale. “Ready Freddie,” quipped Cindy Leigh.
“Raise your glasses to a-very.” Puzzled glances went this way and that. “A-very?”
“You betcha. Be on the lookout for a-very this December. A-very fine array of food. A-very big opportunity for reading. A-very unique sighting each day. And how about a-very wabi-sabi encounter wherever you may be. Let’s hear it for a-very in your very own way.”
“Here’s to a-very!” Glasses jingled all around as folks chuckled a-very long time.30