Library Director's Message

Hello!  

The last days of “summer.” The time for one last hurrah. The calm before the storm that is the first day of school. Finally, some sunshine! (That’s what I’m saying this year.) August can bring a variety of emotions and experiences so I’m going to devote this issue to fun. Who couldn’t use a little extra fun before fall kicks into high gear? Speaking of gear, are you..

Looking for items to add a little fun to the end of summer?

 - We can provide your vacation internet. Check out a Wi-Fi hotspot! We have board games, too!

 - We can help you host your friends and family. Use our screen and projector, or yard games like connect four and cornhole, available with your library card!

 - We can add a little extra to your next outdoor walk with walking poles!

Wrapping up your summer reading?

I just finished a couple of books I really appreciated: The Postcard, a biographical novel based on the author’s family during WWII, and Four Thousand Weeks, a non-fiction title about how we spend our time. We’ve shared some read-alikes on our website for romance, horror, and women’s fiction.  

Looking to Get Outside?

We have these new titles in our collection: Beer Hiking New England and Hiking with Kids New England – 50 Great Hikes for Families. Take your children outdoors with our birdwatching kit for children, and it’s never too early to start thinking about next year’s garden!

I wish you a safe and happy August. We look forward to seeing you at the library soon.

Warmly,
Kim

Tiny Art Show Reception
Tuesday, August 1, 6:00 pm

Drop in to view the tiny artwork from Berlin’s first My Hometown event! Light refreshments will be served.

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Sit & Knit

Thursday, August 3 + 17, 6:00 pm
Thursday, August 10 + 24 + 31, 1:00 pm

We are a friendly and welcoming group of all skill levels from beginner to advanced. It’s a great opportunity to trade knitting tips and tricks, and to socialize and make new friends—so come on down and join us for a fun and creative time!

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James Webb Space Telescope
Thursday, August 3, 6:30 pm
ONLINE EVENT

Join NASA volunteer Andy Poniros and learn about what the James Webb Space Telescope, the largest optical telescope in space, has discovered about our universe.

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Friday Movie Matinees
Friday, August 4, 11, 18, 25, 1:00 pm

Please register for each movie you'd like to attend. See all upcoming movies.

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Make and Take: Coffee Filter Peonies
Thursday, August 17, 6:30 pm

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Learn how to make a bouquet of peonies out of coffee filters.

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Saturday Morning Book Club
Saturday, August 19, 10:30 am

This month, instead of everyone reading the same book, each reader will pick a book they should have read in high school… but never did! You can choose any book you’d like—but if you need suggestions, check out our High School Classics booklist.

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Dementia Caregiver Support Group
Monday, August 21, 1:00 pm
IN PERSON or ONLINE

A safe place for caregivers, family and friends of persons with dementia. Join us to share practical information, feelings, needs and concerns. Sponsored and hosted by Hartford HealthCare Center for Healthy Aging and Alzheimer’s Association.

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Cookbook Club
Monday, August 28, 6:30 pm

This month’s cookbook is The Kitchen Garden Cookbook from America’s Test Kitchen.

Copies of the cookbook are available at the Adult Reference Desk. To participate, please register and let us know which dish you will bring. You can register first, call or email us your dish later. Then bring in your dish for a fun potluck!

You do not need to be an experienced cook, just an enthusiastic one!

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Adult Summer Reading
Monday, June 12 – Friday, September 1

Each book you read earns you a raffle ticket for one of our TEN awesome raffle baskets!

Summer Reading opens on June 12, but you can sign up now. If you participated in last year's summer reading, you can sign up with the same username and password. Reading booklets will be available at the Adult Reference Desk.

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