December
2022
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Special Hours
We wish you a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year as you celebrate with your family and friends! In observance of the Christmas holiday the library will be closed ALL day on Saturday, December 24 and will remain closed until Tuesday, December 27 when we resume normal hours at 10 AM. On Saturday, December 31, the library will close at 2 PM and will remain closed until Tuesday, January 3.
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December means Winter Holidays! We've been preparing special events, like a Christmas Trivia Night, and our famous children's daytime New Year's Eve party. It is certainly a busy time of year, so remember you can check our website and Facebook page, or see our bulletin board of monthly activities in the library's main entrance to see everything we have planned. 
I'm really proud of how our library supports you - our community. It feels even more important this time of year. In the spirit of giving, we will be donating all the proceeds from our perpetual used book sale in the month of December to the United Way of the Bradford Area. It's one small way we can give back as a community. And, if you haven't stopped in for a while, there's no time like the present!  

Merry Everything!  

Beckie

ADULT PROGRAMS
Responding to An Opioid Overdose

Learn how to respond safely and swiftly to a deadly opioid overdose with Narcan. This free program will feature training in how to administer this life-saving medicine. Join Prevention Specialist, Alyse Renwick from Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services Tuesday, December 6 at 6 PM. Free Narcan will be available to interested parties. No registration is necessary.
Tech Connect: Email Basics

Our next Digital Literacy workshop will take place on Thursday, December 8 at 6 PM, when we explore the topic of Email Basics! This free workshop is limited to 12 participants, so register early. All are welcome to develop their tech skills in a learner-friendly environment. Just click the button below to easily register.
Christmas Movie Bingo
Let's get into the holiday spirit together! Join us for a Christmas movie, complete with popcorn! While viewing the movie, we'll also play 'movie bingo' where every snowball fight and kiss under the mistletoe could get you closer to winning! See you on Wednesday, December 14 at 6PM for this free program. Registration is not necessary.




Tech Tuesday: Tutoring Sessions

All are invited to develop their tech skills with us! Schedule a 30-minute appointment and receive some one-on-one instruction on basic computer tasks. Appointments can be made for Tuesday, December 13. Appointments begin at 10 AM and run every 30 minutes until 12 PM. Registration is easy, just click the button below.
COPY CAT

Join us for a fun, in-person crafting program on 
Wednesday, December 21 at 6 PM when Janelle Nolan will show attendees how to create a coffee filter wreath!

Participation for this free program is limited to twelve (12) individuals, so register early!  Please bring extra hot glue guns.

Trivia Night

Let's test our knowledge of of everything Christmas during the next Trivia Night on Tuesday, December 20 at 6 PM! Enjoy the challenge with your team (4 ppl. max.) or play individually. Either way, it is sure to be a blast!

Who will emerge victorious?

Registration is necessary. Call 814-362-6527 or click the link below:

Building Blocks

Judy Brown, owner of the Little Fabric Garden will return with another great project. Thread those sewing machines and get ready to make the project your own! Building Blocks is a prerecorded program that will premier to the library's Facebook page and YouTube channel when the project becomes available. Many of our past works can be found on the library's YouTube channel. Date: TBA
The Open Book
Club

The next club meeting will be Saturday, December 17 at 10:30 AM.

Club members will discuss
books written by author, Jennifer Chiaverini during the December meeting. All are welcome to attend this event.


Upcycle This!

Join us virtually on Thursday, December 15 as we repurpose thrifted items during this fun, crafting program.

"Upcycle This!" is a prerecorded video that premiers on the library's Facebook page, so you can enjoy it any time that is convenient for you!

Episodes can also be found on the library's YouTube channel.
TEENS & TWEENS
Teen Book Club


Join us on Tuesday, Dec. 20 at 5 PM

Legend
by
Marie Lu

What was once the western United States is now home to the Republic, a nation perpetually at war with its neighbors. Born into an elite family, fifteen-year-old June is a prodigy being groomed for success. Born into the slums, fifteen-year-old Day is the country's most wanted criminal. June and Day have no reason to cross paths until the two uncover the truth of what has really brought them together, and the sinister lengths their country will go to keep its secrets.

The Teen Book Club will meet in-person on the third Tuesday of every month at 5:00 pm. All local students in grades 9 - 12 are welcome to attend.


Middle Ground Book Club

Join us on Thursday, Dec. 1 at 5 PM.

Race to the Sun
by
Rebecca Roanhorse


Nizhoni, a middle-school girl, can see monsters. But she hasn't told anyone about it except her younger brother, Mac. Then, during a basketball game, she catches sight of a monster who seems to know that she can see it. She tries to forget about it on the ride home after the game, only to discover that the monster is none other than her dad's new boss!

Middle Ground Book Club will meet in-person on the first Thursday of every month at 5:00 PM. All local students in grades 6 - 8 are welcome to attend.
CHILDREN
Jeffer's New Year's Eve Magic Show
Local families are invited to "ring" in the new year with us on December 31 at 11 AM. The Jeffer's Magic Show is returning to the library again for another fun show and a special balloon drop at 12 PM. Children will be treated to popcorn and a bag of candy while supplies last.
Stories With Percy
Percy, the little horse with a huge heart, is returning to the Children's library on Saturday, December 31 at 10:30 AM. Stop by, say "Hello," and share a story with Percy!

Santa Visit
December is the busiest month for Santa Claus, but we are hoping he can squeeze in a short visit to the library! We know there are several area children who have been especially good this year and would love to share their wishes for Christmas with Santa! As soon as we hear from Santa, or his Head Elf, we will spread the word!!
Date/Time: TBA
Story Seekers

Story Seekers is a fun-filled program for 0-5 year old children and their parents or caregivers. Hear great stories, sing a few songs, and complete a craft or two! Story Seekers meets every Monday and Friday at 11 AM.
Juice Box Heroes

Join Jim Ronan for music and fun on Wednesday, Dec. at 11 AM! Mr. Jim will be playing all our holiday favorites this month. We will be singing, dancing, laughing, and making lots of music!