Barrett Paradise Friendly Library

Virtual Writing Group
2023-09-14 18:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York)
Join us on Zoom to discuss the art of writing while sharing work with the group. Call the Library for more information.

Tale on the Trail at Ice Lake - The Bus for Us by Suzanne Bloom
2023-09-15 17:00
Tale on the Trail at Ice Lake
Visit the Barrett Township Community Park at Ice Lake to embark on this family reading adventure! Follow the trail behind the pavilion and turn right.
Enjoy a picture book as you stroll along the path. The path is about 0.12 miles from beginning to end, and then you can continue around the lake or turn around to return to the pavilion.
The trail is mostly flat, but rough and rocky. Very young children may need help or prefer to ride in a stroller. This month, look for the book The Bus for Us by Suzanne Bloom.

Estate Planning Documents: The Basics
2023-09-16 13:00 - 14:00
Local attorney Michelle F. Farley of Farley Law, LLC will explain the importance of the following documents: Living Will; Last Will & Testament; Power of Attorney; Health Care Surrogacy, Trust (Revocable and Irrevocable). Space is limited—registration required.

Adult Take-Home Craft: Suncatchers
2023-09-18
Catch some autumn sun with a DIY suncatcher! We supply the materials to make this craft. Take-home bags will be ready for pickup Monday, September 18. You must call the Library or email l.vromanbpfl(a)gmail(dot)com register.

Rep Madden Office Hours
2023-09-18 10:00 - 15:00, 2023-09-19 10:00 - 15:00, 2023-10-04 10:00 - 15:00, 2023-10-05 10:00 - 15:00, 2023-10-16 10:00 - 15:00, 2023-10-17 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
2023-09-19 10:15 - 10:45
Baby & Me
Ages 0-2
Tuesdays, September 5th & 19th at 10:15AM
A special story time for our youngest patrons and their grownups.
Join us for stories, songs, and games!

Afternoon Book Club
2023-09-19 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 Alchemist by Paulo Coelho. If you’re interested in joining, please call the Library for more details.

Once Upon A Slime
2023-09-20 18:00 - 19:00
Once Upon A Slime
Ages 6-11
Wednesday, September 20th 6pm
This program is for kids who love slime! In this program, kids will learn how to make different types of slime, including classic slime, fluffy slime, and glitter slime.
They will also have the opportunity to experiment with different colors and textures.

Virtual Evening Book Club
2023-09-26 19:00 - 20:00
Join our virtual evening book club on Zoom. This month, we will discuss The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloots. If you’re interested in joining, please call the Library for more details.

Library Story Time
2023-09-28 10:15 - 11:00
Library Story Time
Ages 0-5
Thursdays, September 14th & 28th at 10:15AM
Join us in the children’s area for stories, songs, crafts, and more!

Healing Yoga
2023-10-02 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-10-16 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.

Baby & Me
2023-10-03 10:15 - 10:45, 2023-10-17 10:15 - 10:45
Baby & Me
Ages 0-2
Tuesdays, October 3rd & 17th 10:15am
A special story time for our youngest patrons and their grownups.
Join us for stories, songs, and games!

Movie Day at the Library
2023-10-03 13:00 - 15:00
Come to the Library to watch a newly released movie with friends. This month we will watch Are You There, God? It’s Me, Margaret, starring Rachel McAdams.

Preschool Play Date
2023-10-04 16:30 - 17:30
Preschool Play Date
Ages 0-5
Wednesday, October 4th 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.

Tale on the Trail at Ice Lake - Shivery Shades of Halloween by Mary McKenna Siddals
2023-10-06
Tale on the Trail at Ice Lake
Visit the Barrett Township Community Park at Ice Lake to embark on this family reading adventure! Follow the trail behind the pavilion and turn right.
Enjoy a picture book as you stroll along the path. The path is about 0.12 miles from beginning to end, and then you can continue around the lake or turn around to return to the pavilion.
The trail is mostly flat, but rough and rocky. Very young children may need help or prefer to ride in a rugged stroller.
This month, look for the book Shivery Shades of Halloween: A Spooky Book of Colors by Mary McKenna Siddals.

Zombie Dolls
2023-10-11 18:00 - 19:00
Zombie Dolls
Teens 12-17
Wednesday, October 11th 6pm
Come to the library to make your own spooky zombie doll.
You provide the doll, we will provide all the supplies you need to transform your darling doll into a creepy creature!
Registration is required. Please call 570-595-7171 to register.

Library Story Time
2023-10-12 10:15 - 11:00, 2023-10-26 10:15 - 11:00
Library Story Time
Ages 0-5
Thursdays, October 12th & 26th 10:15am
Join us in the children’s area for stories, songs, crafts, and more!

Virtual Writing Group
2023-10-12 18:30 - 19:30
Join us on Zoom to discuss the art of writing while sharing work with the group.

Adult Take-Home Craft: Pumpkin Spice Candle
2023-10-16
Get into the autumn spirit with a spicy-scented candle. We supply all the materials. You must register to receive a bag. Bags will be ready for pickup Monday, October 16.

Afternoon Book Club
2023-10-17 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 Frankenstein by Mary Shelley. If you’re interested in joining, please call the Library for more details.

Pumpkin Painting
2023-10-18 18:00 - 19:00
Pumpkin Painting
Ages 6-11
Wednesday, October 18th 6pm
Calling all kids who love pumpkins and art! Join us for a fun evening of painting pumpkins.
We’ll provide all the supplies you need, including pumpkins, acrylic paints, brushes, and glitter.
Registration is required.
Please call 570-595-7171 to register.

Virtual Evening Book
2023-10-24 19:00 - 20:00
Join our virtual evening book club on Zoom. This month, we will discuss The Light Between Oceans by M.L. Stedman. If you’re interested in joining, please call the Library for more details.
