Blog Category: Book Sketches
Posted by JDavanza on Fri, May 14
BOOK LOVERS, MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
Be sure to check out the Friends of Barrington Library mini book sale on Saturday, June 12 from 10 am to 3 pm. In addition to a pleasing selection of fiction and non fiction, perfect for summer reading, there will be a small but select offering of rare books, first editions, etc. specially priced to appeal to collectors. All proceeds, as always, benefit the Barrington Library. See you there!
Posted by JDavanza on Wed, May 12
FAIRY TALES FOR ADULTS ~
No need to stop enjoying fairy tale literature as a grown-up; many writers have expanded upon classic fairy tales themes and tropes to create fanciful and exciting novels inspired by the stories you loved as a child. A list of these magical tales can be found at the Library on the booklist rack across from the Circulation Desk.
Posted by JDavanza on Wed, May 12
New Databases Available Free Through the Barrington Public Library
Three exciting new databases have been added to the Barrington Public Library’s website (barringtonlibrary.org). Look under Databases on our home page, then click on the AskRI link to find: Mango Languages (learn twenty-two languages), Learning Express (featuring practice tests, exercises, skill-building courses, and information you need to achieve the results you want—at school, at...
Posted by JDavanza on Mon, May 10
Director’s Notebook
May 2010
I have spent the last couple of weeks re-reading the collected novels of Barbara Pym. Nine of Pym’s novels were published during or shortly after her lifetime, as well as a couple of other novels and a memoir some years afterwards. None of the novels is long, and each can be read in a couple of days. But why would anyone want to re-read them, as I do, almost every year?
For me there is really only one answer. Barbara Pym makes...
Posted by JDavanza on Sun, May 09
Bee season is here!
A honey bee swarm was recently discovered on the Library grounds. A honey bee swarm is an interesting phenomena in nature. One swarm may contain from 1,500 to 50,000 bees including workers, drones, and a queen. Swarming is an instinctive part of the annual life cycle of a honey bee colony. Honey bees should be left alone and appreciated from a distance, unless their nest comes in direct conflict with human...
Posted by JDavanza on Wed, May 05
The Library has partnered with the PAWSOX to bring you valuable discount vouchers for selected games this season. These vouchers will allow a group of up to six people general admission for a flat rate of $18 - up to 57 percent savings. Stop by the Reference Desk, or call (247-1920 x 2), for more information on this brilliant deal!
Posted by JDavanza on Tue, May 04
HUMOR
Humor as a genre is generally defined as writing in which the main narrative goal is laughter. Currently, the genre often appears as humorous essays and humorous memoirs. Simple compilations of jokes are less common these days, with the exception of serialized cartoons. Humor, of course, can be found as a component of most good writing, including the great tragedies of Shakespeare (the Fool and similar roles). In addition, most genres have humorous sub...
Posted by JDavanza on Thu, Apr 29
Prepare to be delighted!
The library is proud to present the gifted musical ensemble TRIPLE SPIRAL on Sunday, May 2 at 2 pm. This program will feature a joyful fusion of Celtic and folk stylings, beautiful harmonies and lovely voices that will make you smile.
To learn more about Triple Spiral, check out their website at http://triplespiral.us
This program is presented as the annual Cronan Memorial Program in memory and honor of Calvin and Jean Cronan.
Posted by JDavanza on Tue, Apr 27
April 27th BOOK SHARING SUGGESTIONS FROM OUR “PEOPLE OF THE BOOK” ~ The Book Sharers Club at the Barrington Public Library!
FICTION TITLES:
From Time to Time, Time and Again / Jack Finney
The Long Shadow /Cynthia Harrod-Eagles (#6 of a series of 32 British historical novels depicting the Morland Dynasty)
Snow Flower and the Secret Fan...
Posted by JDavanza on Sat, Apr 24
Can’t get to the Library because of an accident or chronic medical condition? Live in Barrington? Your Library can help! We’ll deliver up to 15 items, once a month to your home. Call the Reference Desk at 247-1920 x 2 to enquire about this free service.
