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Summer Reading Programs
June 14 - August 4
For Preschoolers
Monday Evenings - 6:30 p.m.
or
Tuesday Afternoons - 1:30 p.m.
3-5 year olds are invited to attend a weekly 25 - 30 minute program that includes storytelling and a variety of other activities such as finger plays, games, and crafts. Our themes for the fall include autumn, Curious George's birthday, Happy Holidays and more! Children must be accompanied by an adult.
For Toddlers
Tuesday Evenings- 6:30 p.m.
Toddler story time (18 months to 3 years old) is a 20 - 25 minute program designed especially for younger children and their caregivers. Story time activities include the sharing of books, finger plays, music & movement, flannel board stories, and various other activities. Our themes for the fall include Silly Spooky books, Vote for books, Christmas time, and more! At least one adult needs to accompany a child attending toddler story time, and adults are encouraged to participate in the activities.
Registration for Summer Reading programs is requested. Children and their caregivers can join us at any time. If you would like to reserve your spot, please call 752-2241 or register with the form below.
Summer Reading—Make a Splash at your Library!
Wednesdays 10:30 am, June 16th to August 4th, Grades K - 8
For Students that have complete Grades K -5 and Teen Program
Wednesday Mornings - 10:30 am - Noon
The program for students that have completed grades K-8 will take place from June 16th to August 4th beginning at 10:30 AM and ending around Noon. Reading and fun activities during the summer will help students maintain their abilities throughout the year. Students can enjoy some reading fun and keep their minds sharp during the summer with our water based theme. Great projects and reading activities for elementary and middle school students. Teens can also enjoy great summer reading fun Wednesdays from 2 - 3:30
Students can use this link to register for school-aged programs.
Annual Ice Cream Social & Book Sale
Thursday, July 15, 6 - 8 pm
Our ice cream and cake social will again take place on July 15 in conjunction with the concert series at Jackson Mansion. There will be a small book sale and activities for children as well.
Natural Health
Monday July 19 6:00 p.m.
Learn how to counter effects of toxins in your food, how much Vitamin D is good for you, what is the deal with bottled water, and much more. Green is a good color for your health so learn about how to become more healthy at this program by Dr. Stashko and Dr. Collier. Donations will be accepted to support the library. Registration is not required
Author Visit, Alan Fleishman Goliath’s Head
Thursday, July 22, 6 pm
Berwick native Alan Fleishman will visit McBride Memorial Library to discuss his recently released novel on July 22 at 6 PM. The Novel, Set in Early-Twentieth-Century Russia ,Recounts the Violence and Oppression of the Pogroms and Brings to Life the Gut-Wrenching Choices One Young Man Must Face.
Monthly Genealogy Workshops
Every Second Monday - Where & how to start, 6:30 - 7:45 p.m.
Every Fourth Monday - Tips & tools for the researcher, 6:30 - 7:45 p.m.
Volunteer Patricia Sopko has offered her services to facilitate several courses in genealogical research at the library. As a ten-year veteran of genealogy research, Pat will offer two genealogy seminars each month.
Since many people do not know where to begin, the first monthly seminar will focus on the basics of genealogy research and how to get started. The second class will be for those already performing research but have hit a road block or for people moving on to the actual process of research after attending the first class.
We will cover topics such as online databases, internet research groups, and locating specific records. Pat will show you how to locate and access records as well as a demonstration of the various online resources and online discussion groups through Yahoo Groups.
The introductory course will take place on the second Monday of each month while the workshop for practicing researchers will take place on the fourth Monday of each month. These courses are free to the public from 6:30 – 7:45 but registration is required since space is limited to 10 individuals. Call the library at 570-752-2241 to register
Monthly Book Discussion Groups
Wednesday Evening - 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
July 14 - Paradise Alley
Thursday Afternoon - 2:00 - 4:00 p.m
July 8 - The Piano
Book Discussion Groups are back. After the success of our "Books on Film" discussion group we decided to keep the discussion going. We will host both afternoon and evening groups starting in the spring. The afternoon session will take place on the Second Thursday of every month. The Evening session will take place on the Second Wednesday of every month.
Hours & Holidays
Monday & Tuesday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Wednesday 10 a.m to 6 p.m.Thursday & Friday Noon to 6 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m to 3 p.m. (10 Am to 2 p.m. June - August)The library will be closed or have shortened hours on the following Holidays:
New Year's Eve Close at 5 p.m. New Year's Day Closed Good Friday Closed Memorial Day Closed Fourth Of July Closed Labor Day Closed Thanksgiving Closed Christmas Eve Closed Christmas Day Closed
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