February 2020
Welcome to our new Teen Reading Lounge

The kick-off event was held at the library on Tuesday, January 21 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm, where students discussed Dress Codes for Small Towns , by Courtney Stevens.
 
Teen Reading Lounge is an interactive program created by the Pennsylvania Humanities Council for public libraries. Through a combination of book discussions and hands-on creative workshops with qualified facilitators, teens create special projects and sharpen critical thinking skills. The library sees the Teen Reading Lounge program as a natural extension of the current Teen Book Club. Libraries have reported that the program increased their capacity to offer humanities programs, and teens have reported that Teen Reading Lounge gave them the opportunities to practice essential life skills related to the humanities, communication, collaboration, and literacy. Teen Reading Lounge is open to all teens in grades 9 through 12. No special knowledge is required to participate. To register, contact Debbie Deane, Youth Services Librarian, at 814-362-6527.

The Bradford Area Public Library has been awarded a two-year Teen Reading Lounge grant from the Pennsylvania Humanities Council. Teen Reading Lounge is an award-winning interactive book club designed exclusively for teens. A growing number of teens in libraries across Pennsylvania have participated in Teen Reading Lounge since its launch in 2010.
 
Teen Reading Lounge is made possible by a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) as administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Education through the Office of Commonwealth Libraries, and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Tom Wolf, Governor. Additional support is provided by the National Endowment for the Humanities. For more information, visit pahumanities.org/TeenReadingLounge .
Story Seekers
Every Monday and Friday
11:00 am to 12:00 pm

Calling all Story Seekers!  The Bradford Area Public Library invites families with children ages birth to five to participate in our Story Seekers program every Monday and Friday at 11:00 am. We offer a variety of literacy activities that include reading, writing, talking, singing, and playing! A new story is offered each week with play experiences that encourage active learning and inspire the imagination. Children have opportunities to create their own stories using art materials, building blocks, dramatic play, and music and movement.

During the month of February, the Story Seekers will talk about parrots, kangaroos, walruses, and ice skating. Story Seekers are invited to our Valentine’s Day Party on February 14th. We will read Today is Valentine’s Day by P.K. Hallinan and celebrate Valentine’s Day with crafts. On February 28th, we will read Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss to prepare for Mike Morton’s visit on Saturday, February 29th.
Kulinary Kids
Monday, February 3 and 10
4:30 to 5:30 pm

Kulinary Kids, in grades 1st through 6th, can learn about cooking and food safety skills. Laurie Maletto will lead these hands-on food prep workshops. Our Kulinary Kids will prepare simple foods using griddles and skillets. It’s a recipe of fun, learning, and yum! Join in the fun and let’s start cooking! Register at the Circulation Desk or call 814-362-6527.
Computer Class: Word
Tuesday, February 4
5:00 to 6:00 pm

This workshop will cover the basics of Word. Learn how to create documents, posters, and letters using Microsoft Word. An essential program for work, school, or just everyday use.

This class is free and open to the public but, participants must pre-register. Although participants are not required to have prior experience with the topic, they must have a basic knowledge of computers. Space for each class is limited to 12 participants. Register at the Circulation Desk or call 814-362-6527.
Adventures in Learning: Chocolates
Wednesday, February 5
1:00 to 2:00 pm

Learn about how chocolates were used as currency, about different types of them and about chocolates throughout the world. We will mediate with chocolate and have a "surprise chocolate" as part of a meditation. Participants must pre-register for the workshop. Space is limited to 12 participants. Register at the Circulation Desk or call 814-362-6527.
Evening Storytime
Wednesday, February 5, 12, 19, and 26
6:00 to 7:00 pm

Don't forget to check out our evening storytime! You are invited to join us for a light story and craft to spark your imagination before bed. On February 12, Miss Debbie will read Valentines and do a craft related to the holiday. Later in the month, she will read a book about mermaids and do a mermaid craft. On February 5th and 19th, Miss Mary will share books with stories about bears and dogs and prepare craft activities related to these books. Don’t miss out on the fun.
Middle Ground Book Club
Thursday, February 6
5:00 to 6:00 pm

Middle Ground Book Club, for grades 5-8, meets the first Thursday of every month. This month will meet to discuss Charlie Hernández & the League of Shadows by Ryan Calejo and play the popular Battle of the Books.
Computer Class: Excel
Thursday, February 6
5:00 to 6:00 pm

This workshop will cover the basics of Excel. Learn how to create spreadsheets and charts with Microsoft Excel. An essential program for work, school, or just everyday use.

This class is free and open to the public but, participants must pre-register. Although participants are not required to have prior experience with the topic, they must have a basic knowledge of computers. Space for each class is limited to 12 participants. Register at the Circulation Desk or call
814-362-6527.
Art Club
Thursday, February 6, 13, 20, and 27
4:00 to 5:00 pm

The Art Club is for children in the 1st through 6th grade. Members study the works of famous artists and different forms of art and create works of art that illustrate the work. The Art Club is supported in part by a PA Partners in the Art Project Stream Grant awarded by the Elk County Council on the Arts and Pennsylvania Council on the Arts. With the funding from this grant, the Art Club is able to offer art classes facilitated by local artists. The program is free and open to the public.

In February, the art club will celebrate Valentines’ Day and Black History Month. On February 6, Laurie Maletto, of Penn State Extension, will show members of the art club how to make chocolate covered strawberries. For the remaining sessions of the month local artist, Laura Hickey will explore the work of Faith Ringgold as part of Black History Month. Faith Ringgold  is a painter, writer, mixed media sculptor and performance artist, best known for her narrative quilts. We will read her book Tar Beach  in which she recounts the dream adventure of eight-year-old Cassie Louise Lightfoot, who flies above her apartment-building rooftop, the 'tar beach' of the title, looking down on 1939 Harlem. Part autobiographical, part fictional, this allegorical tale sparkles with symbolic and historical references central to African-American culture. The art club members will create story quilts with collage techniques using fabric and paper in the style of the artist.

Participants must pre-register for this club and space is limited to 15 students.  
Computer Class: Facebook
Tuesday, February 11
5:00 to 6:00 pm

Learn how to set up a Facebook page and connect with friends and family. This workshop will cover how to set up a Facebook account, connect with friends and families, join Facebook groups and buy or sell items in the Facebook Marketplace. Learn how to post a story, comment or share a post. We will also talk about the dark side of Facebook; like dealing with trolls, fake accounts, and what to do if your account is hacked.

This class is free and open to the public but, participants must pre-register. Although participants are not required to have prior experience with the topic, they must have a basic knowledge of computers. Space for each class is limited to 12 participants. Register at the Circulation Desk or call 814-362-6527.
Best Baby Playgroup
Wednesday, February 12
6:00 to 7;00 pm

CARE for Children's Best Baby Playgroup is a free program geared for children from birth to 2 years and their parents. Join us at the library for a short activity, a chance for children to play, and an opportunity to network. You'll see why they call CARE for Children the "Best Baby Playgroup!"

Older children are invited to join the evening storytime, which runs at the same time.
Computer Class: Google
Thursday, February 13
5:00 to 6:00 pm

This is a basic introduction to Google. Google started as just a search engine but now it offers so much more. Google's search engine was Google's first product and continues to be the company's most popular product. Google web searches provide relevant results quickly. Today, Google offers other products such as Gmail, Google Maps, Google Calendar, YouTube, Android operating system, Google Docs, and Google Drive. With a Google account, you can easily access these and other programs and your Google account from any device. Learn the basics about setting up a Google account, using Google products and how to sync your Google services to your phone, tablet, and computer. 

This class is free and open to the public but, participants must pre-register. Although participants are not required to have prior experience with the topic, they must have a basic knowledge of computers. Space for each class is limited to 12 participants. Register at the Circulation Desk or call 814-362-6527.
Teen Book Club
Tuesday, February 18
5:00 to 6:00 pm

The Teen Book Club will meet to discuss We Set the Dark on Fire by Tehlor Kay Mejia. 
Juice Box Heroes with Jim Ronan
Wednesday, February 19
11:00 am to 12:00 pm

Preschool and kindergarten age children will play percussion instruments and sing along with Jim Ronan. They will learn about rhythm and sound. They will sing many childhood favorite songs and do the Hokey Pokey. That’s what it’s all about.
Creative Share
Monday, February 24
4:00 to 5:00 pm

The Creative Share program is an opportunity for people to share their poems, songs or creative writing with others. Starting in February, we will move the Creative Share program to 4:00 pm. 
Chess Club
Tuesday, February 25
4:00 to 5:00 pm

Do you play chess? We have a club that is just for you. Bob Ferguson of the American Chess School will facilitate the club. Join our recent winners of the WNY Fall Chess Classic for a friendly game of chess and learn from the champions.
Knit Knuts
Thursday, February 6, 13, 20, and 27
1:00 to 3:00 pm

If you are working on knitting projects or just want to learn to knit, join our group of knitters.
No Rules Book Club
Saturday, February 15
10:30 to 11:30 am

Members are asked to read and share a memoir (for 5 minutes or less). Members can talk about what they learned about the author and his/her life. It will be an interesting and fun morning.
The Bradford Area Public Library would not be able to run without the help of volunteers, and we are currently recruiting more! If you have any interest in helping out with day to day library operations, please stop by the library to fill out a volunteer application. Teen volunteers must be older than 13 years of age.

Don't forget to check out the year-round used book sale we have in the lobby of the library! Books are organized alphabetically and by subject matter. Hardbacks $1, paperbacks 50 cents, magazines 10 cents, and CDs and VHS tapes 3 for $1.
We are currently taking donations of current novels by popular fiction authors for the used book sale. Please, nothing moldy, musty, or damaged. You can drop any donations off at the front desk.
You can take a look at the memorials and tributes for 2019 here: http://www.bradfordlibrary.org/tributes
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Hours
Monday, Wednesday 10:00 am to 7:00 pm
Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Sunday Closed