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Wow! Can you believe it’s already time for our August newsletter? We hope your summer has been full of fun and maybe a few great reads!

Would you like to connect with fellow book lovers while eating ice cream, drinking mocktails and then spending some quiet time reading? That sounds perfect to me! Celebrate the end of summer with our special Reader’s Retreat on Wednesday, August 27. More details and registration information can be found on our event page.

Have ideas or feedback to share? I’d love to hear from you! Feel free to stop by, schedule a personal tour, or send me an email. And remember—the best way to support your local library is by using it and encouraging your friends and family to do the same. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Carrie Tyszka

Library Director

Labor Day

Saturday, August 30 to Monday, September 1

The library will be closed August 30 and September 1 for Labor Day weekend.

See our booklists!

Regular Events

These events happen every month.

Friday Movie Matinees

Friday, August 1, 8, 22, 29 — 1:00 pm

No movie on August 15.

Sit & Knit

Thursday, August 7, 21 — 6:00 pm

Thursday, August 14, 28 — 1:00 pm

Career Navigation

Wednesday, August 13 — 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Dementia Caregiver Support Group

Monday, August 18 — 1:00 pm

Lawyers in Libraries: Free Legal Help

Monday, August 25 — 5:30 pm / 6:00 pm / 6:30 pm

Monday, September 29 — 5:30 pm / 6:00 pm / 6:30 pm

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

Call the library at 860-828-7126 to register.

Book Discussions

Registration is requested, so we have a headcount. Copies of each book are available at the library. Click here to see all our book clubs.

Senior Center Book Club and Books and Brews Book Club will be taking a break for the summer! There will be no meetings in June, July, and August.

Cookbook Club

Monday, August 18 — 6:30 pm

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

This month’s cookbooks are Snacks for Dinner by Lukas Volger for dinner options and Baking Yesteryear by B. Dylan Hollis for dessert!

Saturday Morning Book Club

Saturday, August 23 — 10:30 am

Join us for a discussion of The Golden Doves by Martha Hall Kelly.

Special Events

Special events happening this month.

Alliteration Contest

Friday, August 1 to Sunday, August 31

Craft a clever, creative, and captivating sentence where every word begins with the same letter! Every participant will receive a custom bookmark with their best story illustrated with a photo or artwork. Multiple entries are allowed.

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Adult Summer Reading

Ends Wednesday, August 27

Haven't joined yet? There's still time! You can count any books that you started on or after June 16. Each book you read earns you 1 virtual ticket that can be used in raffles or redeemed for fun prizes at the Reference Desk.

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The Stories, Science, and History of Birds with Smithsonian Biologist Jay Falk

Tuesday, August 5 — 2:00 pm

ONLINE EVENT • Library viewing available.

Delve into the fascinating world of birds through astonishing photography and clear explanations in this absorbing global guide, The Bird Book: The Stories, Science, and History of Birds.

Meet Your Summer Reading Team

Multiple Dates (click here)

REGISTRATION REQUIRED • Registration is password protected. If you have not received a password in your email, please call 860-828-7126 during library hours.

Gather with other members of your Summer Reading team to meet new people, talk books and hobbies, and enjoy refreshments.

If you haven't signed up for Summer Reading yet, there's still time! We will add you to a team, and you are welcome to attend the team meeting.

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The Four Berlin Fire Departments

Tuesday, August 12 — 6:30 pm

Hear stories and learn the history of Berlin’s four Fire Departments. Sponsored by the Berlin Historical Society.

Make and Take: Button Art

Thursday, August 14 — 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Create a fun, whimsical art piece using buttons. Multiple design ideas available, or you can create your own. All supplies provided.

Berlin-Peck Swap Shop: Office and School Supplies

Drop-Off Day: Friday, August 15 — 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm

Swap Day: Saturday, August 16 — 11:00 am to 1:00 pm

Take your pick from office and school supplies donated by your fellow swappers! This event is completely free of charge. You DO NOT have to donate to be able to take items from the Swap Shop. Donations accepted on the Friday before, 1:00–4:30 pm. Visit the swap page to see what's accepted!

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Basic Computer Skills: Email

Wednesday, August 20 — 10:30 am

REGISTRATION REQUIRED • Berlin Senior Center

Join us at the Senior Center for a hands-on class on the basics of email.

Author Casey McQuiston: Returning to Romance Through Food and Flirty Fun in Fiction

Wednesday, August 20 — 7:00 pm

ONLINE EVENT • Library viewing available.

Bring an appetite for sizzling drama as we discuss New York Times bestselling author Casey McQuiston’s latest romantic comedy, The Pairing.

Symbiosis of Fungi and Plants in Our Forests

Thursday, August 21 — 6:30 pm

Learn how fungi and plants form reciprocal partnerships to benefit each other in forest ecosystems.

Reader’s Retreat

Wednesday, August 27 — 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Celebrate the end of summer reading with ice cream, mocktails, reading, and socializing.

Dr. Tasha Eurich: How to Thrive in a World of Constant Chaos

Thursday, August 28 — 2:00 pm

ONLINE EVENT • Library viewing available.

Learn how to master the daily grind and become shatterproof in a tumultuous world with key insights by Dr. Tasha Eurich as she talks about her newest book, Shatterproof: How to Thrive in a World of Constant Chaos (And why resilience alone isn’t enough).

Saturday Morning Board Games

Saturday, September 6 — 10:30 am to 12:30 pm

Do you need more fun in your life? Join us to play board games! Everyone is welcome, from complete newcomers to seasoned boardgame experts.

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