August Happenings

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Greetings! It's been just over a year since we installed our permanent Tale on the Trail at Ice Lake. Since then we have had over 500 documented visitors enjoy 8 different picture books. Next up is Little Owl's Day, by Divya Srinivasan (should be up by this weekend). If you haven't visited the Tale on the Trail yet, you should! It is located behind the pavilion at the Barrett Township Community Park at Ice Lake. Enjoy a picture book as you stroll along the path and take in the beauty of nature. Check out our Facebook post of a collection of images sent to us by people enjoying Tale on the Trail in both its temporary and permanent formats.

When you visit the Library during the month of August, please consider bringing unopened, unexpired cat or dog food to donate to Monroe County Meals on Wheels pet food drive. We're hosting a collection box this month to help MOW clients take care of their pets, a source of great comfort and support to many.

Be sure to 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. Her work will be on display through Aug 31. Follow this link to learn more about Joyce and her art.

Take me out to the ballgame...! Attend the game on Library Night, Wed, Aug 23, as the RailRider's show their support for area libraries. Follow this link for all the info.

Before you know it, summer will be over, but there's still plenty of time to enjoy library activities. Storytimes, book discussions, family game night, cardboard cat castles, and more! For details, descriptions, and lists of upcoming programs, follow these links: Adult Programs; Youth Programs. Check our Facebook page www.facebook.com/BPFLibrary and web calendar www.barrettlibrary.org/events/ for additional programs, posts, and opportunities.

State Representative Maureen Madden now offers satellite office hours at the Library. Upcoming dates are Wed & Thu, Aug 9 & 10, and Mon & Tue, Aug 21 & 22, 10am-3pm. For questions about services, please call 570-894-7905 or visit her website.

Cat lovers rejoice! This Quilt Raffle is for you! Take a chance on "Bird Watchers," a purrfectly charming handmade lap quilt donated by the Mountain Laurel Quilter's Guild. The raffle prize includes creature comforts like a water bottle, travel mug, a whimsical cat bracelet, and the book A History of Cats in 101 Objects. Ticket prices: $1 each or

6 for $5. Tickets on sale at the Library until August 31. The drawing will be held on August 31. All proceeds from this fundraiser benefit library services.

Happy 30th Anniversary to the Barrett Township Historical Society! This month the display case at our Library features the Society's 30th Anniversary memorabilia and collected items from the Cresco Station Museum and the BTHS Library Research Center, including original Edna Palmer Engelhardt sketches used in the Peggy Bancroft book Ringing Axes and Rocking Chairs.

There are always new sparkling bargains to be found on our costume jewelry sale table. Get more bling for your buck! Then check out our Book Sale Corner. We have an abundance of items that have been trimmed from the collection and we will continue adding more as we work our way through the Library! Bag Sale: All items (books, audiobooks, DVDs) $5 a bag. Need a sturdy bag for all your purchases? Or for a gift? We have tote bags for sale, too (scroll to see photos below).

Visit our website for updates and digital resources: www.barrettlibrary.org.

Read often and love your library!

Mary Ann Lewis

Library Director

Currently reading Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus.

Library Hours:

Mon, Wed: 10am – 8pm
Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat: 10am – 5pm

Computer Use

Call the Library to request an appointment to use a computer, or just stop in--walk-ins are welcome.
Prints and copies: $0.25 per page for black & white; $0.50 per page for color.

Online library card sign up!

You can now register for a library card on our catalog home page. Scroll to the botttom and click Request Library Card. Or feel free to call the Library or stop in to register for a card.

Also, if you have a library card but the number starts with "P," you can request a new 14-digit card using this form, or call/stop in to update.

Costume Jewelry Donations

Cleaning and organizing? If you come across old or unused costume jewelry please consider donating it to the Library. The jewelry will be put out for sale at the Library. All proceeds support Library programs and services. We appreciate your support!

Searchable History Project

Interested in local history? Our Searchable History Project is in the process of digitizing materials in three local history collections, beginning with items from the Buck Hill Falls community. The items that have been digitized are now available online, so you can view and explore the collection. So far, there are over 200 images from the early 1900s (many of the Cottages) and Buck Hill Breeze issues from the 1920s, ‘30s, and ‘40s. The archives web site and the project are a work in progress; come back often to see what's been added. You can go directly to the site at https://barrettlibrary.catalogaccess.com, or look for the Searchable History link on the Library’s main web site: www.barrettlibrary.org.

Brainfuse

Brainfuse provides support for learners of all ages, with an emphasis on assisting students in grades K-12. The Homework HelpNow service is staffed by professional tutors with expertise in all K-12 subjects. Online tutoring is available from 2 pm to 10 pm, seven days a week, to anyone with a library card. A Writers Lab allows students to receive live support with writing, or upload documents and receive feedback from experienced tutors. The platform also features: Practice tests and preparation for exams, including the SAT, ACT, ASVAB, GRE, GMAT and others; a 24/7 Question Center – students submit questions that are answered within 24 hours; support for students studying a foreign language; and more! Brainfuse also has support for adult learning, including preparing for the GED, career based exams, and help with writing resumes and preparing for interviews.

Hoopla!

Download ebooks, audiobooks, movies, and music! You can borrow six items per month. If you haven't made an account with Hoopla yet, here's how (you will need your 14-digit library card number to create an account):

Go to www.hoopladigital.com.
Click on “Get Started Today,” located at the upper middle of the page to set up your account.
Follow the prompts to register.
After registering, download app onto your smart device and log in with new account information (You can also set up an account through the app).

Libby e-books, Audio-books, & Digital Magazines

LIbby/OverDrive e-books: Download and enjoy e-books on your computer or portable device. The collection includes fiction and nonfiction e-books for all ages. Libby also offers audio-books and magazines. Click here or look for the link on the Library’s web page (www.barrettlibrary.org). This will take you to the Easton Library District Libby/Overdrive page. Search for titles or browse the collections. Click “Borrow” on a title, then select Barrett Paradise Friendly Library from the drop-down menu. Then enter your library card number (14-digit barcode with no spaces or dashes) and your PIN* (same PIN you use for our online catalog, the last 4 digits of your phone number, unless you changed it). Next, select Download (choose format) or Read (in your browser) and follow the prompts. If you use a mobile device (smart phone, tablet), OverDrive will prompt you to download the Libby app. If you already use Libby, you can add your Barrett Paradise Friendly Library account.

Free Library of Philadelphia

Any resident of Pennsylvania can get a library card from the Free Library of Philadelphia! With your new library card number, you can access their many digital media platforms, including OverDrive. To get your library card, go to https://catalog.freelibrary.org/MyResearch/register. Click "Online" under "How to get a card?" and follow the instructions. Then browse all the digital media databases Free Library of Philadelphia has to offer! There are tens of thousands e-books, audiobooks, and more!

Name a Shelf at

Barrett Paradise Friendly Library

Something to think about: Name a Shelf at the Barrett Paradise Friendly Library! Please consider "buying" a shelf to honor an individual or an event. Your gift of $100 buys a nameplate attached to a small shelf in the Library. A gift of $1000 buys an entire section of shelves (3-6 shelves). Stop by the Library to fill out a form, or follow this link to submit a form online.

Curbside Pickup Service!

Yes, we still offer Curbside Pickup Service! Just call the library and let us know which books, audiobooks, magazines, and DVDs you want. We’ll arrange a time for you to come to the library and deliver them right to your car. Not sure what you want? Browse our online catalog (https://bpfl.sparkpa.org) or let us know what you like and we’ll make some suggestions.

The Board of Trustees of the Barrett Paradise Friendly Library meets on the 4th Monday of the month at 5:30 pm at the Library. The Board meets every month except December. Board meetings are open to the public.