Barrett Paradise Friendly Library

Baby & Me
2025-05-13 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-05-20 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-05-27 10:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
Baby & Me
Ages 0-2
Tuesdays in May 10:30am
A special story time for our youngest patrons and their grownups.
Join us for stories, songs, and games!

Shakespeare Group
2025-05-14 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-05-21 13:00 - 14:00
The Bard is back! Join the ever-entertaining Pat Williams for movies/plays/readings/sessions and all things Shakespeare at the Library. All are welcome, whether you’re a Bard beginner or a long-time devotee. Attendees will help decide which direction the group will take.

Library Story Time
2025-05-15 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-05-22 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-05-29 10:30 - 11:30
Library Story Time
Ages 0-5
Thursdays in May 10:30am
Join us in the children’s area for stories, songs, crafts, and more!

Intro to Watercolors
2025-05-15 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-05-22 14:00 - 16:00
Instructors John James & Cathy Zateeny will guide beginners as well as those with some experience in this four-week class exploring watercolor painting. All supplies provided. Class size is limited: registration required. When registering, please indicate whether you’ve taken watercolor classes before.

Parents in the Know
2025-05-17 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-05-24 13:00 - 15:00
Safe Monroe staff will present “Parents in the Know,” a program for caregivers in preventing child sexual abuse. This 4-part series discusses boundaries, healthy sexuality, bystander intervention and online safety. The sessions are open to all parents/caregivers who wish to attend.

Adult Take-Home Kit: Birdseed Ornament
2025-05-19
Welcome our birds back to the area with birdseed ornaments for your yard! We supply all the materials. You must register to receive a kit. Supplies will be available for pickup beginning Monday, May 19.

Mindful Meditation & Yoga
2025-05-19 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-06-02 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-06-09 10:00 - 11:00
Danielle Lane will guide you through relaxing meditation with light yoga or basic Pilates to start your day. Please register each week.

Baby & Me
2025-05-19 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-06-03 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-06-10 10:30 - 11:00
Baby & Me
Ages 0-2
Tuesdays in June 10:30am
A special story time for our youngest patrons and their grownups.
Join us for stories, songs, and games!

Afternoon Book Club
2025-05-20 13:00 - 14:00
Our Afternoon Book Club meets at the Library. An option to join with Zoom is available, as well. This month we will discuss People of the Book by Geraldine Brooks. If you’re interested in joining, please contact the Library for more details.

Handmade Summer Cards
2025-05-21 18:00 - 19:00
Join Lisa Flanagan at the Library as she guides you through the fun craft of making your own handmade greeting cards. We supply the materials. Space is limited: please register for this program.

LIBRARY CLOSED in Observance of Memorial Day
2025-05-26
The Library is closed today in observance of Memorial Day.

Virtual Evening Book Club
2025-05-27 19:00 - 20:00
Join our virtual Evening Book Club on Zoom. This month we will discuss Horse by Geraldine Brooks. If you’re interested in joining, please contact the Library for more details.

CANCELLED TODAY: Shakespeare Group
2025-05-28 13:00 - 14:00
TODAY’S GROUP HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Pat is unable to be here today. Please check back for future meeting dates.
The Bard is back! Join the ever-entertaining Pat Williams for movies/plays/readings/sessions and all things Shakespeare at the Library. All are welcome, whether you’re a Bard beginner or a long-time devotee. Attendees will help decide which direction the group will take.

Movie Day at the Library
2025-06-03 13:00 - 15:00
Come to the Library the first Tuesday of each month to watch a newly released movie with friends. This month we will watch Conclave, starring Ralph Fiennes. Rated PG.

Cardinal Lawrence has one of the world’s most secretive and ancient events, participating in the selection of a new pope. Surrounded by powerful religious leaders in the halls of the Vatican, he soon uncovers a trail of deep secrets that could shake the very foundation of the Roman Catholic Church.

Library Story Time
2025-06-05 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-06-12 10:30 - 11:00
Library Story Time
Ages 0-5
Thursdays in June 10:30am
No story time on June 26th
Join us in the children’s area for stories, songs, crafts, and more!

Virtual Writing Group
2025-06-12 18:30 - 19:30
Join us on Zoom to discuss the art of writing while sharing work with the group. This month we will focus on the fundamentals of writing tragedy. If you’re interested in joining, please contact the Library for more details.

Books & Bubbly!
2025-06-13 18:30 - 20:30
Join us for Books & Bubbly, our most delicious fundraising event! Friday, June 13, 6:30-8:30pm.
Sample tasty treats and beverages from local restaurants, businesses, and friends of the Library. Enjoy an evening with good company in a warm, inviting atmosphere. $35 in advance; $40 at the door. Adults only, age 21+. Purchase tickets at the Library or follow this link to purchase online. All proceeds benefit library programs and services.

Sit & Stitch
2025-06-14 10:00 - 11:00
Do you enjoy knitting, crochet, tatting, embroidery, or other fiber arts? Our new, monthly Sit & Stitch group is for all levels of crafters. We’ll meet on the 2nd Saturday of the month at 10am. Bring projects to work on and enjoy each other’s company. No formal instruction or supplies provided, just experience and support from others in the group.
