Barrett Paradise Friendly Library

Kaleidoscope Adult Discussion Group
2024-04-18 14:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York)
Adult Discussion Group: Sharing Reflections on the Facets of Life from the Intriguing to the Sublime.
Join us for a new, monthly opportunity to share insights on a variety of topics with friends and neighbors. As a kaleidoscope has many facets, so too does our group leader, Sharon Barrow. She will draw on her experiences as a seasoned actress and director (from Shakespeare to slapstick!), art & quote collector, cat-video aficionado, and workshop facilitator. Our April meeting will focus on poetry in honor of National Poetry Month. Bring a favorite poem to share or just enjoy and reflect on the contributions of others in the group. Registration is recommended, but not required.

Afternoon Book Club
2024-04-16 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 Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown. If you’re interested in joining, please call the Library for more details.

Library Story Time
2024-04-16 10:15 - 11:00
Library Story Time
Ages 0-5
Thursday, May 16th at 10:15am
Join us in the children’s area for stories, songs, crafts, and more!

Baby & Me
2024-04-16 10:15 - 10:45
Baby & Me
Ages 0-2
Tuesday, April 16th 10:15am
A special story time for our youngest patrons and their grownups.
Join us for stories, songs, and games!

Adult Take-Home Craft: Sunflower Starter Kits
2024-04-15
Start your sunflowers for the summer season! We will supply the materials. You must register to receive a bag. Supplies will be available for pickup beginning Monday, April 15.

DATE CHANGE! Healing Yoga
2024-04-15
Healing Yoga will no longer meet on Monday evenings. Please refer to the calendar new listings.

Local Author Meet and Greet
2024-04-13 13:00 - 15:00
Stop by the Weiler Family Community Room for an opportunity to chat with several local authors in an informal setting! These talented writers will be available to discuss their books and answer your questions.

Virtual Writing Group
2024-04-11 18:30 - 19:30
Join us on Zoom to discuss the art of writing while sharing work with the group. This month we will talk about the importance of setting the stage of each scene.

Library Story Time
2024-04-11 10:15 - 10:45
Library Story Time
Ages 0-5
Thursdays, April 11th & 25th 10:15am
Join us in the children’s area for stories, songs, crafts, and more!

Beat the Clock
2024-04-10 17:00 - 18:00
Beat the Clock
April 10th 5:00pm
Family Program
Join us for some fun minute-to-win-it style challenges for the whole family.
Registration is required. Please call 570-595-7171 to register.

Solar Eclipse NASA Livestream
2024-04-08 13:00 - 16:00
Watch any or all of the solar eclipse safely on a large-screen in the Weiler Family Community Room. The NASA livestream will provide expert commentary. All ages are welcome. No registration required.
If you choose to watch on your own: https://science.nasa.gov/eclipses/future-eclipses/eclipse-2024/live/

Solar Eclipse Program
2024-04-06 15:00 - 15:30
Solar Eclipse Program
Saturday, April 6th 3:00pm
Children ages 7+
Learn about solar eclipses and the science behind this event. Then craft your own pinhole camera for safe viewing.
Each participant will receive a complimentary pair of solar viewing glasses.
Registration is required. Please call 570-595-7171 to register.

Healing Yoga
2024-04-05 10:30 - 11:30
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: please register for each session.

Preschool Play Date
2024-04-03 16:30 - 17:30
Preschool Play Date
Ages 0-5
Wednesday, April 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 friends.
Registration is encouraged. Please call 570-595-7171 to register.

Movie Day at the Library
2024-04-02 13:00 - 15:00
Come to the Library to watch a newly released movie with friends. This month we will watch The Holdovers, starring Paul Giamatti and Da’Vine Joy Randolph. Rated R.

Baby & Me
2024-04-02 10:15 - 10:45
Baby & Me
Ages 0-2
Tuesdays, April 2nd 10:15am
A special story time for our youngest patrons and their grownups.
Join us for stories, songs, and games!

DATE CHANGE! Healing Yoga
2024-04-01
Healing Yoga will no longer meet on Monday evenings. Please refer to the calendar for new listings.

Library Story Time
2024-03-28 10:15 - 11:00, 2024-03-14 10:15 - 11:00
Library Story Time
Ages 0-5
Thursdays, March 14th & 28th 10:15am
Join us in the children’s area for stories, songs, crafts, and more!

Silent Book Club
2024-03-27 18:00 - 19:30
Join our very first Silent Book Club! Come to the library, spend the first half-hour talking about books and meeting fellow book lovers, and then spend an hour silently reading a book of your choice. We have chairs and tables, but you may bring a blanket or comfy chair of your own. Registration is recommended.

Virtual Evening Book Club
2024-03-26 19:00 - 20:00
Join our virtual Evening Book Club on Zoom. This month we will discuss Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner. If you’re interested in joining, please call the Library for more details.

Artist's Reception: Donna McCann Photography
2024-03-23 13:00 - 15:00
Meet local photographer Donna McCann while browsing a beautiful array of nature images on display in the Weiler Family Community Room. Light refreshments will be served.

Cocoa & Canvas
2024-03-20 17:30 - 18:30
Cocoa & Canvas
Ages 6-11
Wednesday, March 20th 5:30pm
Join us for a Spring-themed painting project and a cup of hot cocoa!
Artists will be using acrylic paint, so please dress to get messy!
Registration is required for this program.

Afternoon Book Club
2024-03-19 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 The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah. If you’re interested in joining, please call the Library for more details.

Baby & Me
2024-03-19 10:15 - 10:45
Baby & Me
Ages 0-2
Tuesdays, March 5th & 19th 10:15am
A special story time for our youngest patrons and their grownups.
Join us for stories, songs, and games!

CANCELLED: Rep Madden Satellite Office Hours
2024-03-19 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-03-18 10:00 - 15:00
State Representative Maureen Madden’s staff is no longer holding satellite office hours at the Library. For questions about services, please call her main office at 570-894-7905 or visit her website.

Healing Yoga
2024-03-18 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.

Adult Take-Home Craft: No-Knead Bread in a Jar
2024-03-18
Make your own loaf of bread with our bread-in-a-jar ingredients. You must register to receive a jar. Crafts will be available for pickup beginning Monday, March 18.

Virtual Writing Group
2024-03-14 18:30 - 19:30
Join us on Zoom to discuss the art of writing while sharing work with the group. This month we will talk about the power of secondary and tertiary characters.
