Need a break from wrapping presents? Join us for a fun-filled time of free game play and fun prizes. You can even regift your prize if you forgot about getting Great Aunt Susan’s 3rd Cousin Twice Removed a gift. Wrapping not included 😉
The 1954 movie White Christmas was a hit even before it debuted; how was that
possible? How has it remained a perennial classic up through the present day? What
creative forces banded together to bring Irving Berlin, Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye,
Rosemary Clooney, Vera-Ellen, Mary Wickes, and others together to create a spectacular
moment in cinematic history? Librarian Laura Keyes will show you how the film was
created, who were the creative geniuses behind it, all with behind-the-scenes images and
historical information. Miss Keyes will be delighting audiences with her illustrated
lecture on Wednesday, December 11th at 10:30 AM.
Be sure to join us for a cozy morning showing of White Christmas. This familiar classic of the Christmas season will be sure to put you in a festive mood.
Stop by the circulation desk and pick up your kit to make a pumpkin, just in time for Thanksgiving.
The Accidental Tourist by Anne Tyler introduces Macon Leary, a travel writer who hates to travel?? He is also a lonely man as well. Dog trainer Muriel turns his world upside down when they meet. Stop by the circulation desk and pick up your copy today.
Join us for a fun morning movie and popcorn. This Walt Disney Animation Studios’ original action-packed adventure introduces a legendary family of explorers, the Clades, as they attempt to navigate an uncharted, treacherous land alongside a motley crew that includes a mischievous blob, a three-legged dog, and a slew of ravenous creatures. (from the DVD cover)
Marc Solomon, Pumpkin Carver, will be here to demonstrate step by step how to carve unique designs, from selecting and preparing the perfect pumpkin, transferring the pattern, and finally carving the pattern on the pumpkin. This hour long program will have you inspired to transform your run of the mill jack-o-lantern this Halloween season! Check out pumpkincarver.net to see more of Marc’s creations.
Enjoy Halloween all month long with this mummy candle. Stop by the circulation desk to pick yours up today.
The Bertolet Memorial Library parking lot will be closed for seal coating beginning Friday August 30th through Monday, September 2nd. We will reopen on Tuesday at 10:00am. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Ready, Set, Library! National Library Week is April 7th-13th, and Bertolet Memorial Library encourages everyone to visit the library and explore all we have to offer! There will also be guessing jars to calculate, door prizes to register for, and goodies to take home. Stop in this week!
Trustee Opening: We currently have an opening for a Trustee with a term that expires in 2025. Our Board of Trustees meets at the library on the 2nd Monday of each month at 6:00 PM. If interested, please contact Director Linda Schreiber at 815-738-2742 during business hours or by email at bertolet705@gmail.com.
Join us in the new year with a new reading challenge. It’s our A to Z Reading Challenge. The goal is to read 26 books, each book starting with a different letter of the alphabet by December 31, 2024. The challenge is open to grade school independent chapter book readers thru adults. Be sure to keep your reading log up to date as there will be chances to earn prizes along the way. Stop at the circulation desk to register.
Discover a world of possibilities with Boundless, an extensive collection of ebooks, audio and digital media. Whether you’re an avid reader or someone who listens to audio at 2x speed, Boundless is your gateway to the best in digital content and programming.
Access our digital library from the comfort of your own device, so you can read, learn and explore wherever you are. The My Shelf feature is a personalized page for all of your checkouts. You can also view specially curated carousels and content based on your reading activities and interests. With insights, goals and badges, you can set personal reading goals, track your progress and earn badges!
Boundless makes it easy for the whole family to get involved in reading. Once you download the app or use the web version, you can create user profiles within your account. Sign up all members of your family with teen and kid friendly experiences!
Key Features
All you need to access Boundless is your library card! Download the app in your preferred app store today!
We are excited to share that our catalog is getting a new look and some new features! Try our NEW catalog today!
When you’ve given Vega a test drive, be sure to fill out the New Catalog Survey to let us know what you think!