On Tuesday, April 15, at 10:45 a.m., join us at the Middleburgh Library for drop in story time. Get ready to move in this interactive story time designed especially for children 0 to age five and their caregivers. We’ll read books, sing songs, recite fingerplays, dance and watch a short movie based on a weekly theme. No registration is required.
Mahjong
On Tuesday April 15, at 1 p.m. join us at the library for Mahjong Mania. This program is scheduled for every Tuesday. Men and women are invited to come learn the game of Mahjong. No experience is necessary; just a willingness to learn and have fun. No registration is necessary.
Book discussion
On Tuesday, April 15, at 7 p.m., join us at the library to discuss Straight by Dick Francis. Books may be picked up at the circulation desk. No registration is necessary.
Kundalini Yoga
On Wednesday, April 16, from 5 to 6:15 p.m., join us for Kundalini Yoga facilitated by Debra Krol. This program involves repetitive movements with the breath, building strength, toning the nerves and clearing the adrenal glands.
Wear comfortable clothing and bring two blankets or a mat and blanket. A $5 donation is requested. Use the back entrance when entering the building. No registration is required.
Movie
On Wednesday, April 16, at 1 p.m., join us at the library for our Wednesday matinee; The Hunger Games rated PG 13.
Knitting Circle
On Thursday, April 17, at 7 p.m., join the Knitting Circle’s ladies knit and crochet, embroider and quilt, and more. You can learn a new skill here or share your own special talents with others or just craft in the company of friends. Drop in anytime. No registration is required.
Budget vote
On Tuesday, April 22, from noon to 8 p.m., there will be a budget vote in the community room. Come out and support your library.
For more information, see our website at www.middleburghlibrary.info.
On Friday, April 4, from 7 to 8 p.m., the Middleburgh Library will offer Plant Healthcare through Proper Pruning, Planting and Mulching. Join Fred Breglia, Executive Director and Director of Horticulture and Operations for the Landis Arboretum as he teaches us about proper pruning, planting and mulching for plant health. Breglia is an ISA certified arborist. Registration is required.
Gaming
On Saturday, April 5, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., we will be running games for anyone from beginners to experienced gamers. Events all day long will include family games, cooperative play games, “worker” games, tile placement, deck building card games, historical miniatures and more. Please contact the library to register for one or more of the following gaming sessions:
— Session 1: 9 a.m. to noon;
— Session 2: 1 to 4 p.m.; and
— Session 3: 5 to 8 p.m.
There will be open gaming tables all day long. Registration is required.
Concert
On Monday, April 7, at 7 p.m., the library concert will feature John Flynn. Tickets are available at the door. A $10 donation is suggested. Please use back entrance.
Story time
On Tuesday, April 8, at 10:45 a.m., join us at the library for drop in story time. Get ready to move in this interactive story time designed especially for children 0 to age five and their caregivers. We’ll read books, sing songs, recite fingerplays, dance and watch a short movie based on a weekly theme. No registration is required.
Mahjong
On Tuesday April 8, at 1 p.m. join us at the library for Mahjong Mania. This program is scheduled for every Tuesday. Men and women are invited to come learn the game of Mahjong. No experience is necessary; just a willingness to learn and have fun. No registration is necessary.
Library budget
On Tuesday, April 8 from 7 to 7:30 p.m., the board of trustees of the library will discuss the library budget for 2014-15. The board will present and formally adopt their budget. The public is welcome.
Preschool art
On Wednesday, April 9, at 11 a.m., the library’s Doodle Bugs will explore preschool art for little ones and their caregivers. Appropriate for ages two and up. Registration is required.
Movie
On Wednesday, April 9, at 1 p.m., join us at the library for our Wednesday matinee, Philomena rated PG 13.
Knitting Circle
On Thursday, April 10, at 7 p.m., join the Knitting Circle where ladies knit and crochet, embroider and quilt, and more. You can learn a new skill here or share your own special talents with others or just craft in the company of friends. Drop in anytime. No registration is required.
Wine, cheese and golf tees
On Friday, April 11, from 6 to 8 p.m. we will be having wine samples provided by Hummingbird Hills Winery and cheese provided by Cabot Cheese. Tickets are available at The Conglomerate, Middleburgh Chiropractic and here at the library. Adult admission is $10 and you must be over 21. Please use the back entrance.
Golf
On Saturday, April 12, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., we will be transforming your favorite library into an 18-hole mini golf course. Several area businesses and organizations will be sponsoring holes, tees and greens. Many will be customizing their space, making it unique to this event, complete with obstacles and giveaways. Come join us for a round of family fun, $5 for adults and $3 for students.
Also, you will have the chance to purchase drawing tickets for a variety of awesome gift baskets and other prizes.
Closing
On Saturday, April 12, the library will be closed for regular business from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Budget vote
On Tuesday, April 22, from noon to 8 p.m., there will be a budget vote in the community room.
For more information, see our website at www.middleburghlibrary.info.
On Monday, March 31, at 6:30 p.m., join us at the Middleburgh Library for Cooking by the Book. We will be using recipes from Rachael Ray’s Big Orange Book. This is the ultimate collection of all new 30-minute meals, vegetarian dinners, meals for one, kosher meals, holiday menus and much more. Pick up a book at the circulation desk. Please let us know which dish you are making before the program so there are no duplicates. Also, please bring your own plate and utensils. Drinks will be provided. Registration is required.
Story time
On Tuesday, April 1, at 10:45 a.m., join us at the library for drop in story time. Get ready to move in this interactive story time designed especially for children 0 to age five and their caregivers. We’ll read books, sing songs, recite fingerplays, dance and watch a short movie based on a weekly theme. No registration is required.
Mahjong
On Tuesday April 1, at 1 p.m. join us at the library for Mahjong Mania. This program is scheduled for every Tuesday. Men and women are invited to come learn the game of Mahjong. No experience is necessary; just a willingness to learn and have fun. No registration is necessary.
Kundalini Yoga
On Wednesday, April 2, from 5 to 6:15 p.m., join us for Kundalini Yoga facilitated by Debra Krol. This program involves repetitive movements with the breath, building strength, toning the nerves and clearing the adrenal glands.
Wear comfortable clothing and bring two blankets or a mat and blanket. A $5 donation is requested. Use the back entrance when entering the building. No registration is required.
Wednesday movie
On Wednesday, April 2, at 1 p.m. the library will have a showing of Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues rated PG 13.
Knitting Circle
On Thursdays, April 3, 10, 17 and 24, at 7 p.m., join the Knitting Circle where ladies knit and crochet, embroider and quilt, and more. You can learn a new skill here or share your own special talents with others or just craft in the company of friends. Drop in anytime. No registration is required.
Plant health
On Friday, April 4, from 7 to 8 p.m., the library will offer Plant Healthcare through Proper Pruning, Planting and Mulching. Join Fred Breglia, Executive Director and Director of Horticulture and Operations for the Landis Arboretum as he teaches us about proper pruning, planting a mulching for plant health. Breglia is an ISA certified arborist. Registration is required.
Gaming
On Saturday, April 5, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., we will be running games for anyone from beginners to experienced gamers. Events all day long will include family games, cooperative play games, “worker” games, tile placement, deck building card games, historical miniatures and more. Please contact the library to register for one or more of the following gaming sessions:
— Session 1: 9 a.m. to noon;
— Session 2: 1 to 4 p.m.; and
— Session 3: 5 to 8 p.m.
There will be open gaming tables all day long. Registration is required.
Concert
On Monday, April 7, at 7 p.m., the library concert will feature John Flynn. Tickets are available at the door. A $10 donation is suggested. Please use back entrance.
Golf
On Saturday, April 12, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., we will be transforming your favorite library into an 18-hole mini golf course. Several area businesses and organizations will be sponsoring holes, tees and greens. Many will be customizing their space, making it unique to this event, complete with obstacles and giveaways. Come join us for a round of family fun, $5 for adults and $3 for students.
Also, you will have the chance to purchase drawing tickets for a variety of awesome gift baskets and other prizes.
Closing
On Saturday, April 12, the library will be closed for regular business from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
For more information, see our website at www.middleburghlibrary.info.
On Tuesday, March 25, at 10:45 a.m., join us at the Middleburgh Library for drop in story time. Get ready to move in this interactive story time designed especially for children 0 to age five and their caregivers. We’ll read books, sing songs, recite fingerplays, dance and watch a short movie based on a weekly theme. No registration is required.
Mahjong
On Tuesday, March 25, at 1 p.m. join us at the library for Mahjong Mania. This program is scheduled for every Tuesday. Men and women are invited to come learn the game of Mahjong. No experience is necessary; just a willingness to learn and have fun. No registration is necessary.
Science program
On Wednesday, March 26, at 11 a.m., the library presents Start with Science a program for preschoolers ages three to five to learn about basic science through stories and hands-on science activities. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required.
Wednesday matinee
On Wednesday, March 26, at 1 p.m., the library will show the movie Gravity rated PG13.
Knitting Circle
On Thursday, March 27, at 7 p.m., join the Knitting Circle where ladies knit and crochet, embroider and quilt, and more. You can learn a new skill here or share your own special talents with others or just craft in the company of friends. Drop in anytime. No registration is required.
Recipes enjoyed
On Monday, March 31, at 6:30 p.m., join us at the library for Cooking by the Book. We will be using recipes from Rachael Ray’s Big Orange Book. This is the ultimate collection of all new 30-minute meals, vegetarian dinners, meals for one, kosher meals, holiday menus and much more. Pick up a book at the circulation desk. Please let us know which dish you are making before the program so there are no duplicates. Also, please bring your own plate and utensils. Drinks will be provided. Registration is required.
Help needed
Are you interested in history? The Middleburgh Library History Room is looking for interested persons to sort and label Bergh photos. If you are interested, please see Marian Bouck at the library.
For more information, see our website at www.middleburghlibrary.info.
On Tuesday, March 18, at 10:45 a.m., join us at the Middleburgh Library for drop in story time. Get ready to move in this interactive story time designed especially for children 0 to age five and their caregivers. We’ll read books, sing songs, recite fingerplays, dance and watch a short movie based on a weekly theme. No registration is required.
Mahjong
On Tuesday, March 18, at 1 p.m. join us at the library for Mahjong Mania. This program is scheduled for every Tuesday. Men and women are invited to come learn the game of Mahjong. No experience is necessary; just a willingness to learn and have fun. No registration is necessary.
Book discussion
On Tuesday, March 18, at 7 p.m. come to the library for a discussion of Misremembered Man by Christina McKenna. This is a portrait of life in rural Ireland that charms and delights with its authentic characters and gentle humor. Books are available at the circulation desk. No registration is required.
Wednesday matinee
On Wednesday, March 19, at 1 p.m. join us for a showing of Saving Mr. Banks rated PG-13.
Author P.L. Travers reflects on her childhood after reluctantly meeting with Walt Disney, who seeks to adapt her Mary Poppins books for the big screen.
Kundalini Yoga
On Wednesday, March 19, from 5 to 6:15 p.m., join us for Kundalini Yoga facilitated by Debra Krol. This program involves repetitive movements with the breath, building strength, toning the nerves and clearing the adrenal glands.
Wear comfortable clothing and bring two blankets or a mat and blanket. A $5 donation is requested. Use the back entrance when entering the building. No registration is required.
Knitting Circle
On Thursday, March 20, at 7 p.m., join the Knitting Circle’s ladies knit and crochet, embroider and quilt, and more. You can learn a new skill here or share your own special talents with others or just craft in the company of friends. Drop in anytime. No registration is required.
Concert
On Thursday, March 20, at 7 p.m., Pat Wictor a slide guitarist, doing versions of traditional and contemporary songs. Tickets are available at the door. A $10 donation is suggested. Please use back entrance.
Help needed
Are you interested in history? The Middleburgh Library History Room is looking for interested persons to sort and label Bergh photos. If you are interested, please see Marian Bouck at the library.
For more information, see our website at www.middleburghlibrary.info.
On Saturday, March 8, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., come to the Crock Pot Cook-Off at the Middleburgh Library. This is the library’s 5th Annual Crock Pot Cook - Off and we are looking for cook’s to enter their creations in the categories of chili, soups or other. It is free to enter your crockpot in the competition but you must pre-register at the library or online. All crockpots should be to the library by 10:30 a.m. and should arrive already hot. Please bring a serving utensil with you. Prizes will be given in each category and will be drawn at 2 p.m.
If you just would like to come and eat, sampling of crockpot fare and voting begins at 11 a.m. and goes until 2 p.m. Admission is $5 for adults and children over 5. Children under 5 are free. Beverages and desserts will be available for an additional $1 each.
Board meets
On Monday, March 10, at 6:30 p.m. the board of trustees will meet. The public is welcome.
Story time
On Tuesday, March 11, at 10:45 a.m., join us at the library for drop in story time. Get ready to move in this interactive story time designed especially for children 0 to age five and their caregivers. We’ll read books, sing songs, recite fingerplays, dance and watch a short movie based on a weekly theme. No registration is required.
Mahjong
On Tuesday, March 11, at 1 p.m. join us at the library for Mahjong Mania. This program is scheduled for every Tuesday. Men and women are invited to come learn the game of Mahjong. No experience is necessary; just a willingness to learn and have fun. No registration is necessary.
Doodle Bugs
On Wednesday, March 12, at 11 a.m., the library’s Doodle Bugs Preschool Art meets. This is art exploration for little ones and their caregivers and is appropriate for ages two and up. Registration is required.
Wednesday matinee
On Wednesday, March 12, at 1 p.m., the library will show The Book Thief rated PG-13. While subjected to the horrors of World War II Germany, young Liesel finds solace by stealing books and sharing them with others. Under the stairs in her home, a Jewish refugee is being sheltered by her adoptive parents. No registration is required. Remember the popcorn is free.
Knitting Circle
On Thursday, March 13, at 7 p.m., join the Knitting Circle’s ladies knit and crochet, embroider and quilt, and more. You can learn a new skill here or share your own special talents with others or just craft in the company of friends. Drop in anytime. No registration is required.
For more information, see our website at www.middleburghlibrary.info.
On Feb. 27 at 7 p.m., Philip Potak, a member of the Dramatists Guild of America, will give a concert, “Play Reading” at the Middleburgh library.
His newest play, Heir Apparent, is a two-character piece that re-visits his running theme of family and how that concept cannot be defined simply, with a white picket fence.
Tickets are available at the door. A $10 donation is suggested. Please use the library’s back entrance.
Dinner and a movie
Pm Feb. 28 at 5:30 p.m., Gravity, starring Sandra Bullock and George Clooney, will be screened.
The library will provide pizza, salad, and drinks and you bring a dessert to share! Please note that this movie is rated PG-13 and is not suitable for young children. Registration is required.
Grown-up board games
On March 1, from 4 to 10 p.m., local board gamers Mal Martin and Jeremy Strickland will be hosting a board gaming session for adults.
We will be playing new games that promote cooperative play and healthy competition like Kingdom Builder, Forbidden Island, and Carcassonne. Registration is required.
Drop in for stories
On March 4, at 10:45 a.m., get ready to move in this interactive story time designed especially for children up to age 5 and their caregivers.
We’ll read books, sing songs, recite finger plays, dance, and watch a short movie based on a weekly theme. No registration is required.
Kundalini Yoga
On March 5, from 5 to 6:15 p.m., Debra Krol will lead a yoga class involving breathing, building strength, toning the nerves, and clearing the adrenal glands.
Wear comfortable clothing and bring two blankets or a mat and blanket. A $5 donation is requested. Use the back entrance when entering the building. No registration is required.
Knitting circle
On March 6 at 7 p.m., friendly ladies (men are welcome, but we haven’t seen any yet!) knit and crochet, embroider, quilt, and more. You can learn a new skill here or share your own special talents with others — or just craft in the company of friends
Drop in anytime. No registration is required.
Crock-Pot Cook-Off
On March 8, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Middleburgh Library is holding its Fifth Annual Crock-Pot Cook-Off and we are looking for cooks to enter their creations in the categories of Chili, Soups, or Other.
It is free to enter your crock-pot in the competition but you must pre-register at the library or online. All crock-pots should be to the library by 10:30 a.m. and should arrive already hot; please bring a serving utensil with you. Prizes will be given in each category and will be drawn at 2 p.m.
If you just would like to come and eat, sampling of crock-pot fare and voting begins at 11 a.m. and goes until 2 p.m. Admission is $5 for adults and children over 5. Children under 5 are admitted for free. Beverages and desserts will be available for an additional $1 each.
For more information, see our new website at www.middleburghlibrary.info.
On Tuesday, Feb. 25, at 10:45 a.m., join us at the Middleburgh Library for drop in story time. Get ready to move in this interactive story time designed especially for children 0 to age five and their caregivers. We’ll read books, sing songs, recite fingerplays, dance and watch a short movie based on a weekly theme. No registration is required.
Classic film
On Tuesday, Feb. 25, at 6:30 p.m., we will be showing Great Expectations. Join us for a showing of this classic 1946 film version of Charles Dickens; book, Great Expectations starring John Mills and Valerie Hobson. No registration is required and the popcorn is free.
Start with science
On Wednesday, Feb. 25 at 11 a.m., preschoolers’ ages three to five will learn about basic science through stories and hands on science activities. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required.
Wednesday matinee
On Wednesday, Feb. 26, at 1 p.m., join us for a showing of Ender’s Game rated PG-13.
Concert
On Thursday, Feb. 27, at 7 p.m., join us for Play Reading by Phil Potak. Potak, is a member of the Dramatists Guild of America. His newest play, Heir Apparent, is a two-character piece that re-visits his running theme of family and how that concept cannot be defined simply, with a white picket fence. Tickets are available at the door. A $10 donation is suggested. Please use back entrance.
Knitting Circle
On Thursday, Feb. 27, at 7 p.m., join the Knitting Circle’s ladies knit and crochet, embroider and quilt, and more. You can learn a new skill here or share your own special talents with others or just craft in the company of friends. Drop in anytime. No registration is required.
Dinner and a movie
On Friday, Feb. 28, at 5:30 p.m. the library will show Gravity rated PG 13. We will provide pizza, salad and drinks and you bring a dessert to share. Please note that this movie is rated PG-13 and is not suitable for young children. Registration is required. Please use back entrance.
Board games
On Saturday, March 1, at 10 a.m., join us at the library for board games for adults. Local board gamers Mal Martin and Jeremy Strickland will be hosting a board gaming session for adults. We will be playing new games that promote cooperative play and healthy competition like Kingdom Builder, Forbidden Island and Carcassonne, just a few of the games we’ll break out. Registration is required.
For more information, see our website at www.middleburghlibrary.info.
On Tuesday, Feb. 18, at 10:45 a.m., join us at the Middleburgh Library for drop in story time. Get ready to move in this interactive story time designed especially for children 0 to age five and their caregivers. We’ll read books, sing songs, recite fingerplays, dance and watch a short movie based on a weekly theme. No registration is required.
Book discussion
On Tuesday, Feb. 18, at 7 p.m., the library’s book group will discuss Great Expectations by Charles Dickens. No registration is required. Books are available at the circulation desk for checkout.
Puppets
On Wednesday, Feb. 19, at 1 p.m., come make hand puppets with local puppet artist Morgan Kelly. In this workshop, students will make three different styles of hand puppets, each to be taken home. Using everyday objects and recycled materials, students will learn to stretch their imaginations and become puppeteers. Registration is required. This program is ppropriate for children in grades two through five.
Kundalini Yoga
On Wednesday, Feb. 19, from 5 to 6:15 p.m., join us for Kundalini Yoga facilitated by Debra Krol. This program involves repetitive movements with the breath, building strength, toning the nerves and clearing the adrenal glands. Wear comfortable clothing and bring two blankets or a mat and blanket. A $5 donation is requested. Use the back entrance when entering the building. No registration is required.
Knitting Circle
On Thursday, Feb. 20, at 7 p.m., join the Knitting Circle’s ladies knit and crochet, embroider and quilt, and more. You can learn a new skill here or share your own special talents with others or just craft in the company of friends. Drop in anytime. No registration is required.
Classic film
On Tuesday, Feb. 25, at 6:30 p.m., we will be showing Great Expectations. Join us for a showing of the classic 1946 film version of Charles Dickens, Great Expectations starring John Mills and Valerie Hobson. No registration is required and the popcorn is free.
Concert
On Thursday, Feb. 27, at 7 p.m., join us for Play Reading by Phil Potak. Potak, is a member of the Dramatists Guild of America. His newest play, Heir Apparent, is a two-character piece that re-visits his running theme of family and how that concept cannot be defined simply, with a white picket fence. Tickets are available at the door. A $10 donation is suggested. Please use back entrance.
Dinner and a movie
On Friday, Feb. 28, at 5:30 p.m. the library will show Gravity rated PG 13. We will provide pizza, salad and drinks and you bring a dessert to share. Please note that this movie is rated PG-13 and is not suitable for young children. Registration is required. Please use back entrance.
For more information, see our website at www.middleburghlibrary.info.
Join us at the Middleburgh Library on Monday, Feb. 10, at 6:30 p.m., for Cooking by the Book – Nigellisima by Nigella Lawson. This program was postponed from 1/27/14. We pick the cookbook; you pick and make a recipe. Pick up a book at the circulation desk read it through and tell us which recipe you would like to make. Join us on the night of the program for a meal and some great conversations. Books are available at the circulation desk. Bring your own table setting. Registration is required.
Story time
On Tuesday, Feb. 11, at 10:45 a.m., for drop in story time. Get ready to move in this interactive story time designed especially for children 0 to age five and their caregivers. We’ll read books, sing songs, recite fingerplays, dance and watch a short movie based on a weekly theme. No registration is required.
Little ones art
On Wednesday, Feb. 12, at 11 a.m. join us for Doodle Bugs Preschool Art. This program is art exploration for little ones and their caregivers, and is appropriate for ages two and up. Registration is required.
Wednesday matinee
On Wednesday, Feb. 12, at 1 p.m., the library will have a showing of All is Lost rated PG-13. After a collision with a shipping container at sea, a resourceful sailor finds himself, despite all efforts to the contrary, staring his mortality in the face.
Concert
Also on Wednesday, Feb. 12 at 7 p.m., the library presents Sharon Katz & The Peace Train. The multicultural South African band of Sharon Katz & The Peace Train helped Nelson Mandela end Apartheid and have continued spreading their message of peace and reconciliation through performances and workshops in festivals, educational settings and concert halls around the world. Tickets are available at the door. A $10 donation is suggested. Please use back entrance.
Knitting Circle
On Thursdays, Feb. 13, at 7 p.m., join the Knitting Circle’s ladies knit and crochet, embroider and quilt, and more. You can learn a new skill here or share your own special talents with others or just craft in the company of friends. Drop in anytime. No registration is required.
For more information, see our website at www.middleburghlibrary.info.