Barrett Paradise Friendly Library

Virtual Evening Book Club
2023-06-27 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Join our virtual evening book club on Zoom. This month, we will discuss Hamnet by Maggie O’Farrell. If you’re interested in joining, please call the Library for more details.

Shake, Rattle, and Read!
2023-06-28 15:00 - 15:30
Shake, Rattle, and Read!
Ages 0-5
Wednesdays, June 14th & 28th 3:00PM.
Together we will boost our early literacy skills with songs, stories, and movement. Drop-ins are welcome.

Qigong with Richard Roche
2023-06-28 18:00 - 19:00
Come to the Library for a relaxing, informative Qigong class with Richie Roche. Qigong is a mind, body, and spirit internal art with many mental and physical health benefits. Richie will cover some principles of Qigong and guide you through basic movements. Registration is required for this class, as space is limited.

Story Time at the Library
2023-06-29 10:30 - 11:15
Story Time at the Library
Ages 0-5
Thursdays, June 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th 10:30AM-11:15AM
Please join us for stories, songs, and games!

Wee Ones Wiggle
2023-06-29 11:30 - 12:00
Wee Ones Wiggle
Ages 0-5
Thursdays, June 8th, 22nd, and 29th 11:30AM-12PM (we will not meet on June 15th)
Kids need to move and be active to stay healthy. Join us for a high-energy program filled with dancing, shaking, and singing.

Tale on the Trail at Ice Lake
2023-07-02
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 trail can be enjoyed anytime the park is open. New books will be featured regularly.

Library Closed for Independence Day
2023-07-04
The Library will be closed Tuesday, 7/4, in observance of the Independence Day holiday.
Visit www.BarrettLibrary.org to access many of our e-resources from home!

Adult Reading Program: All Together Now
2023-07-05
Adults can join the summer reading fun, too! Starting July 5, grab a summer reading Bingo card from the Library and play for a chance to win a prize. The cards are full of fun reading challenges and summer activities. You can enter up to six Bingos into the raffle. When you’ve achieved your goal, return your card or email a photo to Lynn at l.vromanbpfl@gmail.com by Thursday, August 31.

Rep Madden Office Hours
2023-07-05 10:00 - 15:00, 2023-07-06 10:00 - 15:00, 2023-07-17 10:00 - 15:00, 2023-07-18 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.

Wee Ones Wiggle
2023-07-05 15:00 - 15:30, 2023-07-12 15:00 - 15:30, 2023-07-19 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!

Fairy Tale Story Time
2023-07-06 10:30 - 11:45, 2023-07-13 10:30 - 11:45, 2023-07-20 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
2023-07-06 14:00 - 15:15
All Together Now – 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

Story Time at Ice Lake
2023-07-07 10:30 - 11:30
Story Time at Ice Lake
Ages 0-5
Friday, July 7th 10:30AM
Join us under the pavilion at High Acres for stories, songs,
and a walk through the woods!
In case of severe weather, story time will be canceled.
Look for updates on our website & Facebook pages, or call 570-595-7171

Baby & Me Story Time
2023-07-11 10:30 - 11:00, 2023-07-18 10:30 - 11:30
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!

Movie Day at the Library
2023-07-11 13:00 - 15:00
Movie Day is back! Come to the Library to watch a newly released movie with friends. This month we will watch Tar, starring Cate Blanchet.

Concert in the Park
2023-07-11 16:30 - 20:30
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/

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!

All Together Now - Elementary Summer Reading 2023
2023-07-13 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.

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.
