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Berlin-Peck Memorial Library • March 2019 Newsletter |
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Baubles & Bling Returns
Due to the success of our Baubles & Bling jewelry sale in December, we are planning another one for May, just in time for Mother's Day! Details will be forthcoming, but we are already accepting donations and widening our selection to include purses and handbags! Keep us in mind when you're doing your spring cleaning!
Save and Share Your Photos
Our Library of Things continues to expand with the addition of a photo, negative and slide scanner, complete with photo editing software. There will be two programs in March to show how to use it; one during the day and one in the evening. Sign up today!
Access Online Car Repair
Attention all you car buffs! We now subscribe to the Chilton Library database. Get detailed information to tackle vehicle maintenance and repairs, including step-by-step service and repair procedures, labor estimates, diagrams, close-up photos and illustrations, and ASE test prep quizzes for the most popular certification exams. Check it out!
This Spring, Grow Something
And a reminder about our wonderful Seed Library! Since its inception, we have given out over 1,100 packs of seeds. Currently we have 1,900 packs of 287 varieties of vegetables, flowers and herbs including 90 varieties of tomatoes, and 40 varieties each of peppers and flowers. But we need your help to keep this going. Please try to save your seeds in the late summer/early fall to help replenish our supply. We'll have a program later in the year to show you how.
Enjoy the beginnings of spring!
Helen Malinka Library Director |
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| Teen Tech Experts
Wednesdays in March by appointment
Seniors, do you need help with your mobile phone, iPad or tablet? Make an appointment with one of our teen “Tech Expert” volunteers!
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| Movie Matinee Dog Days (PG)
Friday, March 1, 1:00 pm
A group of interconnected people in Los Angeles are brought together by their lovely canine counterparts. Rated PG. 1 hour, 53 minutes. Released in 2018. |
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| Book Tasting Saturday, March 2, 1:30 pm
Expand your reading palate with a book tasting! Sample books in various genres and discover books that you'd never considered before! Refreshments served. |
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| Preserve Your Old Photos
Monday, March 4, 1:30 pm Wednesday, March 27, 6:30 pm
Bring your old photos, slides, and film negatives into the digital age! This class will teach you how to use the library’s new high-quality scanner.
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| Sit & Knit
Thursday, March 7 & 21, 6:00 pm
Thursday, March 14 & 28, 1:00 pm
Join local knitters for a relaxing time filled with knitting and good company! |
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| Make & Take
Geode Bath Bombs
Thursday, March 7, 6:30 pm
Learn how to make bath bombs using essential oils and natural ingredients.
All supplies provided. |
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| Movie Matinee
Bookshop (PG)
Friday, March 8, 1:00 pm
Florence Green decides, against polite but ruthless local opposition, to open a bookshop in a small East Anglian town. 1 hour, 53 minutes. Released in 2017.
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| Book Club
Saturday, March 9, 10:30 am
Join us in discussing Born a Crime by comedian and Daily Show host Trevor Noah. Noah was born to a white father and a black mother during apartheid in South Africa. Contact the library at 860-828-7126 for a copy of the book. |
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| | A Day in the Life of a Judge
Monday, March 11, 6:30 pm
Join Honorable Kevin J. Murphy to learn about his path to becoming a Connecticut Superior Court Judge, as well as some of the most interesting and difficult cases of his career. Feel free to ask questions! |
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| Stock Club
Tuesday, March 12, 1:30 pm
Join local investors to discuss stock market trends.
Did you know? Your Berlin-Peck Memorial Library card gives you free online access to Value Line investment research! Check out Value Line. |
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| PTSD Awareness
A First Responders Story
Wednesday, March 13, 6:30 pm
Trevor Clark-Zamoider speaks on his experiences with PTSD after decades of working in EMS. |
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| Movie MatineeA Star is Born (R) Friday, March 15, 1:00 pm
A musician helps a young singer find fame, even as age and alcoholism send his own career into a downward spiral. 2 hours, 16 minutes. Released in 2018. |
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| The Merritt Parkway
History and Future of a National Treasure
Monday, March 18, 6:30 pm
Discover the origin, construction, and impact of the historic Merritt Parkway. |
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| Movie MatineeFront Runner (R) Friday, March 22, 1:00 pm
American Senator Gary Hart's presidential campaign in 1988 is derailed when he's caught in a scandalous love affair. 1 hour, 53 minutes. Released in 2018. |
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| Cookbook Club Monday, March 25, 6:30 pm
Borrow the book, make a recipe, and share it at the club! This time we'll be making and talking about recipes from the book My Father's Daughter by Gwyneth Paltrow. Contact the library at 860-828-7126 for a copy of the book. |
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| Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail Tuesday, March 26, 6:30 pm
Anne O'Regan left her home in Boston to do what only 300 people accomplish each year: thru-hiking the Pacific Crest Trail. Hear her tales and see photos from the trail! |
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| Movie MatineeHector and the Search for Happiness (R) Friday, March 29, 1:00 pm
A psychiatrist searches the globe to find the secret of happiness. 1 hour, 54 minutes. Released in 2014. |
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| Tea with Abigail Adams Saturday, March 30, 1:00 pm
Get to know one of the most fascinating and remarkable women in our nation's history. Portrayed by Carol Bielefeld. |
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You can register for programs online, visit the Adult Reference Desk to register in person,
or call (860) 828-7126 to register by phone. |
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| Makerspace Teen Drop-In
Thursday, March 7, 5:30-7:30 pm
For grades 4 and up. Drop in and explore our Makerspace! Try out our video games, do some coding, or make an art project.
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| Makerspace Monday Play Dough!
Monday, March 11, 5:00 pm–7:30 pm
Grades 3 and up. Make a super-fun PlayDough recipe that you’ll get to take home once you make it (and try out our cookie cutters and tools, too!) No registration required.
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| JFF Club Thursday, March 21, 6:30 pm
Grades 4-6. Join our club and hang out with friends. We will provide games, crafts, and maker activities. Registration is strongly recommended.
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| Makerspace Monday Button Making!
Monday, March 25, 5:00 pm–7:30 pm
Grades 3 and up. Draw whatever comes to your creative minds and watch it turn into a button! No registration required.
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You can register for programs online, visit the Children's Reference Desk to register in person,
or call (860) 828-7127 to register by phone. |
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| Dr. Seuss Drop-In Event
Saturday, March 2, 11:00 am–2:00 pm
All ages. Help us celebrate Read Across America Day with some fun Dr. Seuss activities! Drop in, no registration required. |
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| World of Wonder
Wednesdays, March 6, 13, 20, & 27, 10:30 am
Ages 1-6 with a caregiver. Explore science, technology, engineering, art, & math through play and books! This month we will be making process art. Just drop in!
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| Makerspace Monday Play Dough!
Monday, March 11, 5:00 pm–7:30 pm
Grades 3 and up. Make a super-fun PlayDough recipe that you’ll get to take home once you make it (and try out our cookie cutters and tools, too!) No registration required.
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| SaturPLAY
Saturday, March 16, 10:30 am–12:00 pm
All ages (children must be accompanied by an adult). A playgroup that includes fun toys, sensory materials, musical instruments, bubbles, and more while providing caregivers with an opportunity to network with one another. No registration is required. Drop in! |
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| JFF Club Thursday, March 21, 6:30 pm
Grades 4-6. Join our club and hang out with friends. We will provide games, crafts, and maker activities. Registration is strongly recommended.
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| Makerspace Monday Button Making!
Monday, March 25, 5:00 pm–7:30 pm
Grades 3 and up. Draw whatever comes to your creative minds and watch it turn into a button! No registration required.
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| Out of the Box Color Me Happy!
Wednesday, March 27, 6:30 pm
Grades K-3. Celebrate your inner creativity in this fun arts-and-crafts-based program! To kick off this monthly series, we will explore COLOR and its meaning through paint mixing, storytelling, and discussion. Registration is required.
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You can register for programs online, visit the Children's Reference Desk to register in person, |
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| Busy Bumble Bees Mondays, March 11, 18, & 25, 10:30 am
Ages birth to 3. Help your toddler work out their wiggles in this lively storytime that includes early literacy fun with stories, songs, and action rhymes. The program will be followed by an open play session. Drop in to any class, no registration required. |
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| Mother Goose on the Loose Fridays, March 1, 8, 15, & 22, 10:30 am
Ages birth to preschool. Help your child develop early literacy skills while having a great time! This program combines music, movement, nursery rhymes, instruments, and books. The program will be followed by an open play session. Drop in to any class, no registration required. |
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Downloadable eBooks and audiobooks.
Berlin-Peck cardholders have free access to downloadable eBooks, audiobooks, children's materials, magazines, movies, and more - at home, or on a smartphone or tablet. Start downloading today »
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Online resources.
Your Berlin-Peck library card gives you access to databases like Ancestry.com, AtoZdatabases, The New York Times, and Consumer Reports! See all our online resources »
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Homebound delivery service.
Berlin-Peck offers volunteer delivery services to patrons who are homebound (temporarily or permanently) because of illness, disability, or advanced age. To be eligible for our Homebound Service, patrons must be Berlin residents and must have a current Berlin-Peck Library card. Register online, give us a call at (860) 828-7126, or email us at library@berlinpeck.org.
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Need to print from your personal computer or smart device?
The library offers wireless printing »
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Reserve and print museum passes online!
Free and discounted passes to local museums and attractions can be checked out with your library card. Most passes can be printed at home, with no need to return (and no late fees!) Check out available passes »
These passes are made possible by the Friends of the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library. |
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Book a Librarian!
Do you need some one-on-one help? Personalized service is just a phone call away.
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Want to see the latest books and movies?
Sign up for Wowbrary to receive weekly updates on our newest additions. Sign up now » |
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Check out seeds from our Seed Library!
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Berlin Peck Memorial Library 234 Kensington Road Berlin, CT 06037 |
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Library Hours Monday-Thursday 10-8 Friday 10-5 Saturday 10-4 |
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Contact Us 860-828-7125 (main) 860-828-7126 (reference) 860-828-7127 (children's) |
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