Barrett Paradise Friendly Library

Baby & Me
2026-06-02 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-06-09 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-06-16 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-06-23 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-06-30 10:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
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!

Movie Day at the Library
2026-06-02 13:00
Come to the Library the first Tuesday of each month to watch a feature film with friends. Join us for Song Sung Blue, Starring Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson. Rated PG-13.

Shakespeare Group
2026-06-03 10:30, 2026-06-10 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-06-17 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-07-01 10:30 - 11:30
Join the entertaining & knowledgeable Pat Williams at the Library. All are welcome, whether you’re a Bard beginner or a long-time devotee. Discuss plays, watch films, and more. Attendees will help guide the direction of the group.

Library Story Time
2026-06-04 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-06-11 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-06-18 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-06-25 10:30 - 11:30
Library Story Time
Ages 0-5
Thursdays* in June 10:30am
Join us in the children’s area for stories, songs, crafts, and more!
Special Story Time with Miss Marissa from Safe Monroe
*Thursday, June 25th 10:30am
We will be sharing books, songs, and crafts related to taking care of babies!

Wacky Wednesday: Play Doh Party
2026-06-10 10:30 - 11:30
Wacky Wednesday: Play Doh Party
Ages 0-5
Wednesday, June 10th 10:30am
Playing with play doh helps to develop fine motor skills and encourages creativity!
Bring your children to a play doh party and squish, squeeze, explore and create together.
All you need is your imagination! Registration is encouraged.

Adult Take-Home Kit: Herb Starter Kits
2026-06-15
Grow your own herbs on your kitchen window sill! We supply the materials. You must register to receive a kit. Kits will be available for pickup beginning Monday, June 15.

Afternoon Book Club
2026-06-16 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 Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck. If you’re interested in joining, please contact the Library for more details.

Guided Meditation with Live Music
2026-06-17 18:30 - 19:30
Join Danielle Lane at the Library as she guides you through meditation with live music played by Dan Lane.

Exercise Your Brain with Brainfuse
2026-06-18 14:00 - 15:00
Looking for a way to exercise your brain this summer? Come to the Library to learn about Brainfuse, a resource we provide for free. Brainfuse is great for students of all ages who need some extra help with any subject, teens needing help with SAT and ACT prep, young adults taking CLEP exams for college, and so much more! Adults benefit, too, with help building a resume, job searching, and studying for the GED. No registration required for this program.

Virtual Writing Group: Ready to Write a Novel?
2026-06-18 18:30 - 19:30
This month we will discuss building action in our novels and get feedback from the group. If you’re interested in joining us, please contact Lynn for more info, l.vromanbpfl@gmail.com.

Books & Bubbly!
2026-06-19 18:30 - 20:30
Join us for Books & Bubbly, our most delicious fundraising event! Friday, June 19, 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.

Summer Adventures: Unearth A Story!
2026-06-22
Summer Adventures: Unearth A Story!
Family Programs
Our Summer Reading Programs will kick off on June 22nd…
Stay tuned for more details!

Summer Adventures: Unearth A Story! Kickoff Party (party at Ice Lake is canceled)
2026-06-22 12:00 - 15:00
We are making some changes to our Summer Reading Kickoff Party due to the rain forecasted for this afternoon.

The party in the park is canceled, but you may still drop-in to the library between 12-3pm to pick up your summer reading kit and do some crafts.

Summer Adventures: Unearth A Story!
Kickoff Party
Mon. Jun 22nd 1:30pm
Ages 5-12
Join us as we kick off our popular Summer Reading Programs with a party at Ice Lake!
Pickup your registration bag and stay for fun games and crafts with friends.
Registration is required. Please call 570.595.7171 to register.

CANCELLED TODAY: Shakespeare Group
2026-06-24 10:30 - 11:30
WED, JUNE 24: THE SHAKESPEARE GROUP IS CANCELLED TODAY. SEE YOU NEXT WEEK!
Join the entertaining & knowledgeable Pat Williams at the Library. All are welcome, whether you’re a Bard beginner or a long-time devotee. Discuss plays, watch films, and more. Attendees will help guide the direction of the group.

Estrogen Matters Book Club
2026-06-24 18:30 - 20:00
Jennifer Malamas, MD, and Stacey Raza, LDN, CSCS, both Menopause Society Certified Practitioners (MSCP), will guide women through the complexities of perimenopause and menopause using the book Estrogen Matters by Avrum Bluming & Carol Tavris as a guide. Each participant will receive a copy of the book. Space is limited: Registration required. Please contact the library for more details.

CANCELLED: Virtual Evening Book Club
2026-06-30 19:00 - 20:00
***Due to a scheduling conflict, the Virtual Evening Book Club will not meet in June. We will discuss Table for Two by Amor Towles on July 28 instead.***
Join our virtual Evening Book Club on Zoom. This month we will discuss Table for Two by Amor Towles. If you’re interested in joining, please contact the Library for more details.

Library Story Time
2026-07-02 10:30 - 11:30
Library Story Time
Ages 0-5
Thursdays* in July 10:30am
Join us in the children’s area for stories, songs, crafts, and more!
Special Story Time with Miss Marissa from Safe Monroe
*Thursday, July 22nd 10:30am
We will be sharing books, songs, and crafts related to community helpers.
See website for more information!

CLOSING AT 2PM FOR INDEPENDENCE DAY
2026-07-03
In observance of Independence Day, the Library will close at 2pm on Fri, July 3.
Have a safe and festive holiday weekend!

CLOSED FOR INDEPENDENCE DAY
2026-07-04
In observance of Independence Day, the Library is CLOSED on Sat, July 4.
Have a safe and festive holiday weekend!

Baby & Me
2026-07-07 10:30 - 11:00
Baby & Me
Ages 0-2
Tuesdays in July 10:30am
A special story time for our youngest patrons and their grownups.
Join us for stories, songs, and games!
