Barrett Paradise Friendly Library

Preschool Play Date
2024-01-03 16:30 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Preschool Play Date
Ages 0-5
Wednesday, January 3rd 4:30pm
Come to the library for stories, songs, and games to play with friends! There will be a short story time, followed by time for you to explore activities with your children and their peers. Registration is encouraged. Please call 570-595-7171 to register.

Rep Madden Satellite Office Hours
2024-01-03 10:00 - 15:00, 2023-12-19 10:00 - 15:00, 2023-12-18 10:00 - 15:00, 2023-12-07 10:00 - 15:00, 2023-12-06 10:00 - 15:00, 2023-11-21 10:00 - 15:00, 2023-11-20 10:00 - 15:00
State Representative Maureen Madden’s staff will hold satellite office hours at the Library the first week (Wed & Thu) and third week (Mon & Tue) each month from 10am-3pm to offer constituent services. For questions about services, please call 570-894-7905 or visit her website.

Movie Day at the Library
2024-01-02 13:00 - 16:00
Come to the Library to watch a newly released movie with friends. This month we will watch Oppenheimer, starring Cillian Murphy. Rated R
Synopsis:
During World War II, Lt. Gen. Leslie Groves Jr. appoints physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer to work on the top-secret Manhattan Project. Oppenheimer and a team of scientists spend years developing and designing the atomic bomb. Their work comes to fruition on July 16, 1945, as they witness the world’s first nuclear explosion, forever changing the course of history.

LIBRARY CLOSED
2024-01-01, 2023-12-30, 2023-12-25, 2023-12-23
The Library is closed for the holiday.

Story Time
2023-12-28 10:15 - 11:00, 2023-12-14 10:15 - 11:00
Library Story Time
Ages 0-5
Thursdays, December 14th & 28th 10:15am
Join us in the children’s area for stories, songs, crafts, and more!

Candy House Decorating
2023-12-27 17:00 - 18:00
Candy House Decorating
All Ages
Wednesday, December 27th 5pm
This program is a great opportunity for families to come together and create something special. Participants will be provided with all the materials they need to build their very own candy house, including graham crackers, frosting, and candy. There will be plenty of time to be creative and decorate the houses to perfection.

LED Holiday Cards
2023-12-20 18:00 - 19:00
LED Holiday Cards
Ages 6-11
Wednesday, December 20th 6pm
Join us for a fun holiday project. We will be making light-up LED holiday cards that will teach us the basics of circuitry and allow for creative expression.

Baby & Me
2023-12-19 10:15 - 10:45, 2023-12-05 10:15 - 10:45
Baby & Me
Ages 0-2
Tuesdays, December 5th & 19th 10:15am
A special story time for our youngest patrons and their grownups.
Join us for stories, songs, and games!

Healing Yoga (Cancelled)
2023-12-18 18:00 - 19:00
Edit:
Healing Yoga is cancelled for Monday, December 18. Join us for Danielle’s next session in the new year (1/15/2024)!
Danielle Lane will guide you through a soothing, mindful yoga experience which may include meditation, sound bowls, music, and other elements. Appropriate for all levels. Space is limited: registration is required for each session. To register, please call the Library, (570)595-7171, or email Lynn, l.vromanbpfl (at) gmail (dot) com.

Adult Take-Home Craft: Winter Table Decoration
2023-12-18
Create a beautiful winter display to add to your decor. We supply all the materials and instructions. You must register to receive a bag. Crafts will be available for pickup beginning Monday, December 18. To register, please call the Library, (570)595-7171, or email Lynn, l.vromanbpfl (at) gmail (dot) com.

Teen Action Board
2023-12-13 18:00 - 19:00
Teen Action Board
Teens 12-17
Wednesday, December 13th 6pm
Join our newly- revived Teen Action Board. Learn how you can serve your community, make friends, and earn community service hours all at the same time! Please call to register.

Winter Greeting Card Craft Adult Program (rescheduled from Nov 13)
2023-12-06 18:00 - 19:30
Adult Program (ages 18+)
Lisa Flanagan will guide you through the craft of making your own winter-themed greeting cards. We supply the materials.
Space is limited: registration required. Preference given to those who have not participated in Lisa’s card-making programs before. After Nov 29, registration is open to all. 570-595-7171.
(NOTE: Class was previously advertised as scheduled for Nov 13; the date was changed due to a scheduling conflict.)

Preschool Play Date
2023-12-06 16:30 - 17:30
Preschool Play Date
Ages 0-5
Wednesday, December 6th 4:30pm
Celebrate Winter with us! Come to the library for stories, songs, and games to play with friends! There will be a short story time, followed by time for you to explore activities with your children and their peers. Registration is encouraged. Please call 570-595-7171 to register.

Movie Day at the Library
2023-12-05 13:00 - 16:00
Come to the Library to watch a newly released movie with friends. This month we will watch Barbie, starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling. Rated PG-13

Healing Yoga
2023-12-04 18:00 - 19:00
Danielle Lane will guide you through a soothing, mindful yoga experience which may include meditation, sound bowls, music, and other elements. Appropriate for all levels. Space is limited: registration is required for each session. To register, please call the Library, (570)595-7171, or email Lynn, l.vromanbpfl (at) gmail (dot) com.

Library Story Time
2023-11-30 10:15 - 11:00
Library Story Time
Ages 0-5
Thursdays, November 16th & 30th 10:15am
Join us in the children’s area for stories, songs, crafts, and more.

Virtual Evening Book
2023-11-28 19:00 - 20:00
Join our virtual Evening Book Club on Zoom. This month, we will discuss Woman on Fire by Lisa Barr. If you’re interested in joining, please call the Library for more details.

Afternoon Book Club
2023-11-21 13:00 - 14:00
Our Afternoon Book Club now meets at the Library! An option to join with Zoom is still available, as well. This month, we will discuss The Omega Factor by Steve Berry. If you’re interested in joining, please call the Library for more details.

Baby & Me
2023-11-21 10:15 - 10:45
Baby & Me
Ages 0-2
Tuesdays, November 7th & 21st 10:15am
A special story time for our youngest patrons and their grownups.
Join us for stories, songs, and games!
