Barrett Paradise Friendly Library

Concert in the Park
2023-07-11 16:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
Come stop by our table at Barrett Township’s Concert in the Park. We will have a scavenger hunt for the kids, library card sign ups, and more!
For more information about the event and tickets please visit the Rotary’s website at https://rotaryclubofthepoconomountains.com/concert-in-the-park/

Wee Ones Wiggle
2023-07-12 15:00 - 15:30, 2023-07-19 15:00 - 15:30, 2023-07-26 15:00 - 15:30
Wee Ones Wiggle
Ages 0-5
Wednesdays in July 3PM
Kids need to move and be active to stay healthy.
Join us for a high-energy program filled with dancing, shaking, and singing.
Drop-ins are welcome!

Twisted Tales: Video Production Group for Teens
2023-07-12 18:00 - 19:00
Twisted Tales: Video Production
Ages 12-18
Wednesday, July 12th 6PM
Teens are invited to join our Twisted Tales video production group.
During this meeting we will pick a classic fairytale to reimagine and recreate into a short video.
The group will meet virtually and in-person throughout the Summer. We need all types of talent!

Fairy Tale Story Time
2023-07-13 10:30 - 11:45, 2023-07-20 10:30 - 11:45, 2023-07-27 10:30 - 11:45
Fairy Tale Story Time
Ages 0-5
Thursdays in July 10:30AM
Join us for our Children’s Summer Reading Program where we will explore different stories from around the world.
Each week we will read a different fairy tale followed by activities related to the story.
We will have crafts, games, S.T.E.M. projects, and more!
Registration is encouraged.
Please call 570-595-7171 to register.

All Together Now - Elementary Summer Reading 2023
2023-07-13 14:00 - 15:15, 2023-07-20 14:00 - 15:15, 2023-07-27 14:00 - 15:15
All Together Now – Elementary Summer Reading 2023
All Together Now into the Land of Stories….
Ages 6-11 2PM-3:15PM
The program will be held at the library on Thursdays from July 6th- August 10th
Join us for our Children’s Summer Reading Program
where we will explore different stories from around the world.
Each week we will read a different fairy tale followed by activities related to the story.
We will have crafts, games, S.T.E.M. projects, and more!
Space is limited. Please register by calling 570-595-7171

Virtual Writing Group
2023-07-13 18:30
Join us on Zoom to discuss the art of writing while sharing work with the group.

Artist Reception: Joyce Love
2023-07-15 14:00 - 16:00
Stop by and view the beautiful artwork on display in the Weiler Family Community Room: “Flowers Here and There,” original watercolors inspired by nature and masterfully created by local artist Joyce Love. Join us for the Artist Reception on Sat, July 15, 2-4pm. All are welcome. Light refreshments.

Rep Madden Office Hours
2023-07-17 10:00 - 15:00, 2023-07-18 10:00 - 15:00, 2023-08-09 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.

Baby & Me Story Time
2023-07-18 10:30 - 11:30, 2023-07-25 10:30 - 11:00
Baby & Me Story Time
Ages 0-2
Tuesdays in July 10:30AM (the library is closed Tuesday, 7/4)
A special story time for our youngest patrons and their grownups. Join us for stories, songs, and games!

Afternoon Book Club
2023-07-18 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 Case of the ‘Carousel’ Killer by Susan Moore Jordan. If you’re interested in joining, please call the Library for more details.

Fairy Tale S.T.E.A.M.
2023-07-19 18:00 - 19:15
Fairy Tale S.T.E.A.M.
Ages 6-11
Wednesday, July 19th 6PM
Come to the library for some fairy-tale-themed S.T.E.A.M. projects that encourage the use of problem-solving skills and creativity.
Registration ir required. Please call 570-595-7171 to register.

Virtual Evening Book Club
2023-07-25 19:00 - 20:00
Join our virtual evening book club on Zoom. This month, we will discuss The Case of the ‘Carousel’ Killer by Susan Moore Jordan. If you’re interested in joining, please call the Library for more details.

Pocono Page Turners: Pocono Mountains Music Festival's Book Club Event
2023-07-26 17:00 - 19:00
The Library is pleased to host Pocono Page Turners, The Pocono Mountains Music Festival’s Book Club Event, on Wed., July 26, at 5pm, in the Weiler Family Community Room. Featuring local author Susan Moore Jordan’s novel The Case of the ‘Carousel’ Killer, the event includes discussion with the author, performances by local vocalists, and selections from the book performed by local actors! The Pocono-based mystery is set at The Pocono Playhouse in 1966, with scenes at Buck Hill and other familiar locations. For more information about this event, please go to PMMF’s website: https://www.poconofest.org/pocono-page-turners

Baby & Me Story Time
2023-08-01 10:30 - 11:00, 2023-08-08 10:30 - 11:00
Baby & Me Story Time
Ages 0-2
Tuesdays, August 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd
A special story time for our youngest patrons and their grownups.
Join us for stories, songs, and games!

Movie Day at the Library
2023-08-01 13:00 - 15:00
Come to the Library to watch a newly released movie with friends. This month we will watch Women Talking, starring Roona Mara and Claire Foy.

Wee Ones Wiggle
2023-08-02 15:00 - 15:30, 2023-08-09 15:00 - 15:30
Wee Ones Wiggle
Ages 0-5
Wednesdays in August at 3PM
Kids need to move and be active to stay healthy. Join us for a high-energy program filled with dancing, shaking, and singing.

Fairy Tale Story Time
2023-08-03 10:30 - 11:30
Fairy Tale Story Time
Ages 0-5
Thursdays, August 3rd & 10th
Join us for our Children’s Summer Reading Program where we will explore different stories from around the world. Each week we will read a different fairy tale followed by activities related to the story.
We will have crafts, games, S.T.E.M. projects, and more!
Registration is encouraged. Please call 570-595-7171 to register.

All Together Now – Elementary Summer Reading 2023
2023-08-03 14:00 - 15:00
Summer Reading 2023
All Together Now into the Land of Stories….
Thursdays August 3rd & August 10th
Ages 6-11 2PM-3:15PM
Join us for our Children’s Summer Reading Program where we will explore different stories from around the world.
Each week we will read a different fairy tale followed by activities related to the story.

Story Time at Ice Lake
2023-08-04 10:30 - 11:30
Story Time in the Park
Ages 0-5
Friday, August 4th 10:30AM
Join us under the pavilion at Ice Lake for stories, songs, and a walk through the woods!
