Posted by Jennifer Needham on Jan 15, 2019

Mobile Electronics & Your Child

Tues, Jan. 29 @ 6:00 PM Berlin Police Officer Catherine Griffin presents some basic internet and phone safety and will also touch on some of the different social media and messaging apps that are available to our kids.  We’ll talk about the dangers of some apps and what to look for on your child’s device.  We’ll also discuss online bullying and the places it’s most likely to occur. This presentation is...

Posted by Andrea Raynor on Jan 14, 2019

Author Talk: Martin Philip

Monday, January 28, 6:30 pm. Join us as Martin Philip presents Breaking Bread: A Baker’s Journey Home in 75 Recipes: A brilliant, moving meditation on craft and love, and an intimate portrait of baking and our communion with food.

Registration required, begins Jan 1. Register »

Posted by Andrea Raynor on Jan 12, 2019

Author Talk: Anne K. Howard

Saturday, January 26, 1:00 pm. Meet Anne K. Howard, author of His Garden: Conversations with a Serial Killer. In her book, Howard probes the complicated and conflicted mind of William Devin Howell–Connecticut’s most prolific serial killer.

Registration required, begins Jan 1.Register »

Posted by Alyssa Skorski on Jan 8, 2019

High School Exam Week Study Hours

Join us for Hogwarts Study Hall! In addition to group study space, computers, free Wi-Fi, school supplies, and charging stations, we’ll also have Harry-Potter themed snacks and fun stress-relieving activities. Students must arrive before 8 PM and will not be allowed to re-enter the building once they’ve left.

Posted by Jennifer Needham on Jan 4, 2019

Storytimes Return!

Storytimes begin again on Monday, January 14!  Visit our EVENTS page to learn more about our storytimes: Busy Bumble Bees (birth-3) and Mother Goose on the Loose (birth to preschool). Call the Children’s Department at (860) 828-7127 if you have any questions!

Posted by Jennifer Needham on Jan 3, 2019

JFF (Just for Fun) Club

Thursday, Jan. 17, 6:30 pm (Recommended for grades 4 – 6) Join our club and hang out with friends. We will provide games, crafts, and maker activities. This month we will do explore our videogame collection. Registration is strongly recommended.

Posted by Andrea Raynor on Jan 2, 2019

No Fines for Seniors & Children’s Materials

We’ve got a big surprise for 2019! Beginning January 2, the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library will no longer charge late fees for senior patrons (age 62+) or any children’s materials!

Posted by Andrea Raynor on Jan 1, 2019

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Tuesday, January 22, 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. Save a life! Donate blood. Get a $5 Dunkin Gift Card by email when you come to give blood at this drive! Please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to schedule an appointment. Or visit us online at REDCROSSBLOOD.ORG Use Sponsor Code: BERPECKLIB