Barney Library Blog

Bear Realities

2009-07-09T09:54:00.000-07:00

Felicia Ortner, DEP Master Wildlife Conservationist, presented an informative evening
program on black bears in Connecticut. Audience members learned about changes in Connecticut's woodlands that have impacted wildlife, the lifestyle of black bears, how to best interact with bears unexpectedly and what to do to reduce the likelihood of a bear visit. Forty-five people attended this second session of summer programs for adults.

Zach Ivins- Imagine That!

2009-07-07T12:50:00.000-07:00

Sixteen year old magician, Zach Ivins, delighted and amazed many young readers with his mystifying magic and story presentation. This award-winning performance brought sixty-five people to The Barney Reading Room, where Zach demonstrated the magic he learned from library books and by watching other magicians at library programs, when he was younger. He was truly an inspiration to Barney summer readers!

Summer Reading Sign-Up

2009-07-07T12:46:00.001-07:00

Come one! Come all! Farmington Summer Reading runs from June 25- August 24. Register, read, and try your luck at a prize wheel that will keep you coming back to the library for more!

Southwestern Slide Show

2009-07-07T12:43:00.000-07:00

Beautiful photos and stories of adventure were the focus of this armchair travel presentation, showcasing Arizona and The Grand Canyon in winter. What a cool way to pass time in the summer!

Tot Time In The Summer

2009-07-07T12:17:00.000-07:00

Going to Tot Time at the Barney Library is an excellent way to meet new friends, learn all those traditional children's rhymes and songs, as well as experiencing new children's music and picture books. Ages range from newborn through two. All are welcome for playtime and socialization.

Summer flowers, new bikes, summer reading

2009-06-10T14:11:00.000-07:00

Come to Barney this summer and enjoy summer reading. Why not ride your new two wheeler over and pick up some great new books and some good movies. Barney Library is prepared to accomodate young, old, and inbetween patrons with books, multi-media resources, free cultural events, excellent age appropriate story times, and computer services. Its a great place to spend some quality summer time. Be sure to check out the Barney events so you don't miss out on quality programs, friendly service, and great fun.

Summer Reading Flyers Available

2009-06-05T06:43:00.000-07:00

The Barney Library, 71 Main Street has a full complement of programming for adults and children this summer. Information regarding the schedule may be obtained by picking up a flyer at The Barney Library or The Farmington Library, 6 Monteith Drive, as well as accessing the website at farmingtonlibct.org and scrolling though Eventkeeper. In addition to series programs for 0-3 year olds, 3-5 year olds and 6-8 year olds, Barney will be hosting a picnic at the movies on Mondays at noon, where families are invited to enjoy their lunch while watching a full length feature film. A magic show on July 7 at 11 a.m., a Reader's Theatre Pizza Party on July 23 at 6:30 p.m. and a puppet show on August 5 at 11 a.m.

Adults will be delighted by an armchair travelogue of The Grand Canyon and Arizona in Snow by Bill Conway on Tuesday, June 30 at 1:15 p.m., a visit from The Department of Environmental Protection Master Wildlife Conservationist, Felicia Ortner, speaking about Black Bears in Connecticut on July 7 at 7 p.m., Author Dick Sederquist discussing his book Hiking Out: Surviving Depression with Humor and Insight on Tuesday, August 11 at 1:15 p.m. Farmington's own Jazz group, Crescendo, led by Sebastian Massa will perform on August 18 at 6:30 p.m.

For further information, please call The Barney Library at 677-6866.

Daisy 2 comes to Story Hour

2009-05-20T10:33:00.000-07:00

Tot Time Finale

2009-05-19T08:43:00.001-07:00

Music, movement, book sharing and playtime composed the finale of this Tot Time series for the 0-3 year old set and their parents/caregivers at The Barney Library, 71 Main Street, Farmington. The program will return for a summer session, running from June 30-August 11 on Tuesday mornings from 9:30-10:15 a.m. All are welcome.

Lighthouse show shines brightly

2009-05-13T10:34:00.000-07:00

Great photos and excellent conversation about lighthouses entertained and educated the Tuesday afternoon audience. Presenter and photographer, Barb Knibbs, enlightened listeners on the beauty and usefulness of lighthouses. It was a great program.

Happy Birthday Townsend Schultz!

2009-05-07T09:10:00.000-07:00

When Townsend Schultz turned four, he asked his friends to come to a birthday party and bring books as gifts, which he would donate to the library, so that many children could enjoy them. Because The Barney Library is his neighborhood library, Townsend presented the books to Branch Librarian Kathy Lescoe. Now Townsend's book donations will be the gift that keeps on giving, as children read, learn and laugh through the wonder of books. Thank you Townsend!

Somewhere Over The Rainbow

2009-05-06T11:15:00.000-07:00

Children in The Barney Library's Pre-school Story Hour created rainbows this week, as the bright side to all the rainy weather. After sharing stories of the colorful, magical phenomena, frisky fingers fashioned Fruit Loop designs, practicing sorting skills, glueing, and tasting.

Lighthouses of The Southeast

2009-04-30T11:16:00.000-07:00

Farmington Library Systems Manager, Barbara Knibbs, shares her passion for photography and lighthouses, in a program to be held in the Reading Room of The Barney Library, 71 Main Street, Farmington on Tuesday, May 12 at 1:15 p.m. All are welcome to share this armchair travel experience.

Spring Flowers Inspire Beautiful Photographs

2009-04-29T14:15:00.000-07:00

Local photographer, Richard Mathews, showcases the beauty of Barney's Cherry Tree with this original photo.

"Thank Heavens for Little Girls."

2009-04-22T14:29:00.000-07:00

These girls get together every week to visit the library and hear great stories at Pre-school Story Time. It is never too soon to value good fellowship and great books. Story Time continues through May 20, 2009

See The Cherry Espalier!

2009-04-21T12:54:00.000-07:00

Spring has sprung! Between all the rain and the blossoming of The Cherry Espalier that graces the front of The Barney Library, the world is becoming a floral wonderland. This tree is in full bloom for three days each year and is an excellent excuse for dropping by the library at 71 Main Street, Farmington. Watch beauty come alive!

Spring stories, spring baskets and a Spring surprize

2009-04-08T11:20:00.000-07:00

Story times can be so special. These young listeners handcrafted spring baskets from cups, and paper, and stickers. Then the awesome librarian surprized them by filling their baskets with a jelly bean treat. Good times, and good memories.

Big Band Music brings back moonlight serenades

2009-04-08T10:39:00.000-07:00

A full audience of jazz lovers heartily enjoyed the music performed by trumpet player,Vin Cassotta.
The sounds and melodies of Glen Miller, Woody Herman, Harry James, and Count Bassie, showered the listeners with moonlit memories. This concert took the "A train" to success and beyond with pure entertainment.

Spring into new books and new beginnings

2009-04-02T12:14:00.000-07:00

As Spring unfolds and flowers bloom make your way to our new book shelf and find new best sellers. Check out the best without buying them. Don't use your charge card, use your library card instead.

Rainy Day Play TIme

2009-04-01T12:01:00.001-07:00

Fun can be found in Barney's playroom, especially on a rainy Spring day.

Sounds Of The Big Bands Headed To Farmington

2009-03-25T15:22:00.000-07:00

On Tuesday, April 7, at 1:15 p.m. in The Reading Room of The Barney Library, 71 Main Street, Farmington, the sounds of the big bands will be heard again, thanks to Vin Cassotta. The owner of A Touch of Jazz/Cassotta Music Agency, Vin is an accomplished lead and jazz soloist trumpet player. He toured nationally with The Glenn Miller Orchestra, in addition to performing with Frank Sinatra, The Manhattan Transfer, Ella Fitzgerald, Sergio Franchi, The Four Tops, Sammy Davis, Jr., Andy Williams and The Jimmy Dorsey Orchestra. Take a trip down Memory Lane to the big band sounds of yesteryear with Vin Cassotta.

The Celtic Harper helps Barney patrons celebrate St. Patrick's Day

2009-03-16T13:50:00.000-07:00

Julia Shrake delighted and entranced the packed audience of Barney patrons with her magical harp music.

A Celtic Harper Is Coming!

2009-03-04T14:24:00.000-08:00

Save Monday, March 16 at 1:15 p.m. for a trip to The Barney Library, 71 Main Street in Farmington to warm up for this year's St. Patrick's Day by listening to a Celtic Harper. Julia Shrake will set the stage for St. Patrick's Day with lilting music, fascinating Celtic trivia and a wealth of knowledge about the harp. It'll be so wonderful that even the leprechauns will be dancing a jig.

Tucker the Read Aloud Pup

2009-02-18T09:09:00.001-08:00

Tucker was quite impressed by the reading skills of Farmington's children.

Happy Birthday, Susan B. Anthony!

2009-02-18T08:59:00.000-08:00

This entertaining history lesson showcased the acting talent of Sally Matson. Audience members gave her rave reviews about her riveting performance.