Berne Library Notes for Tuesday, July 28, 2020
As July fades into memory, August drifts forward and brings with it the Word of the Month Club. Adding play to the day, Eric, Charlotte, and Cindy Leigh fly kites on the tippy top of Sasha’s mountain.
After successfully coaxing the three colorful kites into the sky, as agreed, the last one aloft sealed the afternoon’s winning word.
After 20 minutes, the trio ran down to meet the group, trailing their kites behind them. Eric stepped up with his drink and the envelope that was taped to his dragon kite.
Smiling to his fellow worders, Eric set down his glass and opened the purple crested envelope.
“Is everybody ready?”
“Ready” came the enthusiastic reply.
“OK. Raise your glasses everyone. The August word retrieved from today’s longest kite flight is a word that can be used in many different ways. It’s a verb; it’s a noun; it’s an adjective. And the word for August 2020 is power.”
Not power like in the sun or power in high places. Make August a power month for finishing projects or starting your power walk challenge.
Look to power up your choices while exploring new hobbies. Splash power on your “I can do this lists.” You have the power to make things happen. Power it up, people. Take on August with positive power thoughts, ideas, and activities.
Friends meet
Ring-a-ling-a-ling! Calling all Friends of the Berne Public Library. Please join August’s outside meeting far from the maddening crowd. On Wednesday, Aug. 5, at 7 p.m., the Friends will gather down at the Berne Town Park and catch up on happenings.
Bring folding chairs and all the appropriate safety gear. Tape measure, face masks, hand sanitizer and liquid refreshment to ensure you all stay hydrated. Do you have category suggestions for the 2021 photo contest? Share your thoughts at the Aug. 5 meeting or leave your ideas with the library staff.
Book club
Other activities to be on the lookout for in August include a Berne Sunday book club get-together. This gathering will be outside at the Berne Town Park. Bring your beverage of choice as the book “Surrender, New York” by Caleb Carr is discussed. Slap a note on your calendar for Sunday, Aug. 9, at 7 p.m.
Online classes
Oh and then there is an opportunity to sign up for a three-part series of online classes provided by the Workforce Development grant through the Upper Hudson Library System. There is:
— “Meeting Online: A Primer,” scheduled for Aug. 20 from 7 to 9 p.m.;
— “Email Marketing with Mailchimp,” Aug. 22 between 10 and noon; and
— “Digital Organization Workshop” is offered on Aug. 27 from 7 to 9 p.m.
Please sign up at director@bernepubliclibrary.org by Aug. 10. There are a limited number of slots available. Direct inquiries to the email address above or call 518-872-1246. You can also check out the library’s website for information about this event.