Berne Library Notes for Friday, September 1, 2017
In honor of the achievements of American workers, the library will be closed Saturday, Sept. 2 and Monday, Sept. 4. Happy Labor Day weekend!
Library cards
September is also Library Card Sign-Up Month. Crime-fighting DC Super Heroes, the Teen Titans, are the 2017 honorary chairs. Everyone loves superheroes, not just because they do great things, but also because they inspire us to be our best selves. There's no better place to discover and develop your superpowers than at the library.
We are asking everyone to write down their superpower and post it at the library. Share your special talents, skills, and interests that you have developed thanks to the library.
Library friends
The members of the Friends of the Library are our heroes. They recently purchased a chair and a half that is the perfect size for an adult to read with a child. Try it out when you come to the library. This dedicated group meets at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 6 to discuss more ways to support the library. New members are always welcome.
Teen Titans
Raven, a Teen Titan, has telekinetic abilities but we will have to be satisfied with remote controls. If you are interested in driving remote controlled cars as a hobby, we have a discovery program for you. Mark Hohengasser will share his knowledge and passion at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 7. This event is designed for adults and teens.
Teen Titans have the power, courage, and teamwork to rise to any challenges thrown their way. Sounds like our teen action group. All teens are invited to spend time at the library on Friday, Sept. 8 when the library is closed to the public. Join Ms. Kathy at 6:30 p.m. for TAG.
Reading program
September marks the end of summer. The Summer Reading Program for adults concludes on Sunday, Sept. 10. Bring a dish for the pot-luck supper at 6 p.m., followed by prizes and a discussion of your favorite summer reads. Pick up the book “The Water Knife” by Paolo Bacigalupi for a book club conversation after SRP.
Climate change
There is still time to be a part of the climate change conversations planned for this fall. Help make a difference. Pick up the book “The Water Knife” from the library to read for the discussion on Tuesday, Sept. 12. NOAA scientist Steve DiRienzo and library director Judy Petrosillo will co-facilitate the science cafe meets book club format. This Pushing the Limit - PLACE event at 6:30 p.m. is made possible by a grant from NOAA and the National Science Foundation. Refreshments will be provided.
Storytime
Pre-school children seem to have some of Starfire's green energy beams. Ms. Kathy is looking forward to sharing that energy on Tuesday, Sept. 12 at 10:30 a.m. when Storytime resumes for the fall.
Remember, the only thing more powerful than a Teen Titan is a library card!