Wednesday: Preschool Story Hour 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Come for an hour filled with stories, a fun craft
and snack!
House & Garden Tour Set for Saturday, July 26
Eight unusual homes, as well as a beautiful garden, will be open for a special tour that will benefit the Barrett Paradise Friendly Library, in Cresco. The self-guided tour itineraries will range between Canadensis and Pocono Manor, and may be followed from 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM. Tour maps and descriptions of the properties may be picked up at the Cresco Railroad Station, beginning at 12:30 PM on the day of the tour. A lavish tea will be served at another unique residence, from 3:30 PM to 5:15 PM. Tickets are $20, purchased in advance at the library, or $25, if purchased at the station on the day of the tour. Participation is limited to 200, and only paid reservations will be honored, so reserve early. For more information, contact Maryann Miller, at 595.7390, or Cindy DeLuca, at 595.7171.
"Art in Our Backyard Show and Sale"
The 14th annual event will be held on Sunday, August 3, at the Barrett Elementary Center, on Rte. 390, in Mountainhome, from 10:00 AM to 4:00PM. The event is sponsored by the Barrett Paradise Friendly Library, in Cresco. Twenty eight local and regional artists and craftspeople will be exhibiting their work. Donated works, including paintings, pottery and jewelry will be raffled off. Raffle tickets may be purchased in advance, at the library, and on the day of the show -- $1.00 each, or six for $5.00.
New Patrons Continue to join the New Library
Since the Barrett Paradise Friendly Library opened its doors, it has welcomed many visitors. To date, well over 350 requests for new library cards have been processed. The spacious new facilities, Wi-fi capability, broad collection of books, audio books and DVD's and the selection of well-displayed magazines and daily newspapers are meeting the community's needs to a degree not possible before. All are welcome to stop in and enjoy. It's all free!
Barrett Paradise Friendly Library Offers Weekly Story Hours
The Toddler Story Hour will be held on Mondays, from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Moms and tots are invited for an hour of stories, songs, a craft and tasty snack. The Pre-School Story Hour will be on Wednesdays, also 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM and will include stories, a fun craft and snack. Both programs will be in the spacious new room, specifically designed for children. For more information, please call the Library at 595-7171.
Shopping is Available right here in your library
The Library has some great deals on special and unique items. Clip-on book lights are available for all you avid nighttime readers at $12.72 each. We have great, durable canvas tote bags complete with pictures of the new library building as well as the current building at a cost of $10.60 per bag. Why not show your support of the Library by purchasing and displaying a library bumper sticker? These can be purchased for $3.18. Then we have beautiful hand-crocheted bookmarks that are available at $1.06 each or pressed, dried flower bookmarks available for $5.25. All prices include tax. Please inquire at the Circ desk for all items.
A New Fundraiser Item
The Library has received a shipment of T-SHIRTS! These are great shirts with the architect’s rending of the new library building right on the front of the shirt. There are various adult sizes and sell for $8.00 each or two for $15.00. Please show your support of our building project by purchasing one and wearing it around the community!
The Hettie Ace Diary Now Available for Sale at the Barrett Paradise Friendly Library.
John M. and Hettie Ace were the original owners of the landmark Ace Store in East Swiftwater, Paradise Township. In 1897 Hettie began keeping a diary that she maintained until her death in 1935. The historical nature of the diaries stimulated Jeanne Carlton Layton, the granddaughter of Hettie Ace, to take on the arduous task of transcribing the diaries as written. Hettie’s great grandson, John C. Layton has published the transcribed diaries which are now available through the Barrett Paradise Friendly Library. The cost is $25.00 per book with part of the proceeds benefiting the Barrett Paradise Friendly Library. Available quantities are limited but orders can be taken and will be filled within two weeks. For more information, please contact the Library at (570) 595-7171.