November 1, 2021 / Volume 7 Issue 11
Bentley Books & Bits
860-646-7349 / Fax 860-649-9059

Hours
Monday - Thursday 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Holiday Closings
The library will be closed November 11 for Veterans Day and
November 25-28 for Thanksgiving.
Covid-19 Booster Clinic at Bentley
Moderna and Pfizer boosters only.
Thursday, Nov. 18 from 2:00-4:00 p.m.

117 people received their booster shot at our last clinic! Due to popular demand, Hartford HealthCare staff will return to Bentley. The clinic is for walk-ins only. The 40 available spots will be filled on a first-come-first-served basis. Remember to bring your ID, insurance card and vaccination card. To ensure you are eligible, visit the Hartford HealthCare website. 

On Display

Featured in our Display Case
Enjoy the beautiful creches from Dorli Cloutier's collection.

November is National Native American Heritage Month
Browse our display of adult and juvenile books on Native American people, culture and history.
Cookbooks Fall Home Cooking
Peruse our assortment of cookbooks brimming with warm, cozy fall meals.
Elections are Tuesday, Nov. 2
6:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
at Bolton Center School
108 Notch Road

Stop by the library to pick up an informational packet regarding the referendum questions, preview a ballot, or pick up a voter registration application. After you vote, come in to see the new additions to our collection.
Pop-Up Books
Check out our pop-up book collection. Topics range from the earth to the human body and Peter Rabbit to insects.

These engineering marvels are fun for all ages. The book pictured is "A Pop Up Book of Nursery Rhymes" by Matthew Reinhart.
Charging Station at Bentley

Charge your electronic devices by the circulation desk while you browse our collection. A wide variety of connectors are available.

The Kill A Watt Kit

Eversource’s Kill A Watt kit is intended to assist residents in understanding their energy use. The meter provided in the kit allows you to easily measure the electrical use of household appliances. With this information, you may determine ways to reduce your energy consumption and electric costs. Check it out today! 
50 Pounds of Cat Food Collected!

Thank you to everyone who donated cat food to support Our Companions Animal Rescue. Their program center is located in Manchester and animal sanctuary for pet adoption is in Ashford.

Our Companions "help cats in need today, while also working to prevent additional cats from becoming homeless tomorrow".
NOVEMBER PROGRAMS
Virtual Cooking Class: Pumpkin Recipes
Saturday Nov. 6 at 10:00 a.m.
 
Bring the family together to learn how to make yummy Pumpkin Pie Parfait and Pumpkin Pie Energy Bites. Follow along virtually from your kitchen with Shoprite Dietician and Nutritionist Sarabeth.

There is no cost for this program. Register with the Bolton Recreation Department to receive virtual class information. Find the ingredient list here.
This program is brought to you by Bolton Recreation Department, Bolton Senior Center
and Bentley Memorial Library. 
Pajama Storytime with Riley and Take & Make Craft Kits
Thursday, Nov. 18 from 6:30 to 7:00 p.m. on Zoom

Get cozy in your pajamas then join us on Zoom for autumn stories and a demonstration of our Take & Make craft. We will be joined by Bentley's unofficial mascot, Riley the Golden Retriever. Stop by the library the week of November 15 to pick up your craft kit. This program is ideal for children under age 10, but all are welcome. To register for Pajama Storytime and receive the zoom link, email or call the library at 860-646-7349.
Join the Big Library Read
“Five Total Strangers” by Natalie D. Richards
Zoom Book Discussion – Monday, Nov. 22, 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Join thousands of readers around the world in reading this page-turning thriller. It is unpredictable, compelling and will keep you guessing until the very end. The Big Library Read is the world’s largest digital book club.

Use your library card to login to OverDrive or Libby to borrow an ebook or audiobook from our digital collection. There are no waitlists or holds for this title from November 1 to November 15. To register for this program or request a hard copy of the book, or for help accessing our digital collection, contact the library by email or by phone at 860-646-7349.
Black Bears
Monday, Nov. 29 at 6:30 p.m. on Zoom
Join Ray Hardy, Bolton resident and DEEP Master Wildlife Conservationist for this Zoom presentation on the natural history of Black Bears in CT. Ray will discuss current findings on population densities as well as means of safely coexisting with these amazing creatures. To register and receive the Zoom link, email or call the library at 860-646-7349.
2nd Annual - Oh So Cozy Blanket Drive
Bentley will once again collect NEW, handmade, crochet, knit and tie blankets and quilts. Your wonderful creations will be donated to Holy Family Home Shelter in Willimantic and Cornerstone Shelter in Vernon/ Rockville. Want to learn how to make a tie blanket? Watch our how-to video.
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