Find Your Joy with National Library Week!

What brings you joy? Whether it’s cozying up with a new story, learning a new skill, gathering with community or something else, you can find your joy at Bertolet Memorial Library.

National Library Week, April 19–25, 2026, is a time to celebrate the many ways libraries bring people together, spark imagination, and support lifelong learning. From books and digital resources to job assistance and creative programming, libraries are essential to thriving communities.

We invite everyone to join the celebration! Whether you’re a long-time patron, a new neighbor, or haven’t visited in a while, now is the perfect time to explore all the library has to offer. Our library ensures that everyone has access to resources that educate, inspire, and connect.

Whatever brings you joy, the library has something for everyone. Whether you’re preparing for a career change, launching a business, raising a family, or embracing retirement, Bertolet Memorial Library is here to support your journey. Libraries serve as hubs for learning, creativity, and connection, helping people of all ages explore new ideas and opportunities. 

Spice of the Month – Onion Powder

Onions have been used for centuries in cooking. The original drying process to preserve onions was time consuming. Around the twentieth century when dehydrating foods to preserve them began, is when onion powder really came to be. Onion powder can take the place of an actual onion in most dishes. A little can go a long way and no more tears from cutting up an onion. Stop by the circulation desk to pick up your sample of onion powder.  Included are some recipes. You may discover a new dinner favorite.

The History of the Hershey Chocolate Company

Today the name Hershey is synonymous with quality milk chocolate, but that wasn’t always the case. Milton S. Hershey worked hard and failed often before his chocolate company was finally successful. And when he did become a household name and had earned a vast fortune, Milton and his wife Catherine decided to give it all away. Because of their generosity, tens of thousands of orphans have been saved, protected, and educated. Attend this illustrated lecture to hear the “behind the scenes” story of this beloved American company.

Presented by Laura Keyes, Historic Voices

Book of the Month – The Jackal’s Mistress

In The Jackal’s Mistress by Chris Bohjalian, Libby Steadman is running her husband’s farm and gristmill with the help of her niece and a hired hand in 1864 in Virginia. Her husband is in a Union prison camp and she fears the worst. One day she finds a Union soldier on death’s door near her house. Does she help this man and face treason or does she ignore him because he is the enemy? Either choice could greatly benefit Libby or bring her to her demise. Pick up your copy at the circulation desk today.

Take Home Craft: Earth Day Seed Bomb

Stop by the circulation desk to pick up your kit to make a seed bomb.  Keep it for yourself or give it to a friend to make a tiny flower garden.