We’re selling some gently used ACL holdings Saturday December 8! Hardcovers, paperbacks, kids’ books, etc. (Gotta make room for those new great reads on our bursting shelves.) The holiday book displays are out! Check out our shelves–we’ll have Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanza, winter-themed goodies, etc. Just a friendly reminder that ACL books must be returned to… Continue reading From the Book Corner at the ACL…
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ACL-Palooza!!! Saturday December 8, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm Knit-a-Long, Magic Club, Adult/Kiddie Crafts, Book Sale & BAKE SALE!
Something for everyone at the ACL this Saturday… Drop-in kid and ADULT crafts with local craftsters Megan & Dana–we’ll be making some spiffy tile coasters. Make a kiddie version or go sophisticated and make a lovely hostess gift for the holidays… Bake Sale by local Burr Elementary School kids to benefit “Alex’s Lemonade Stand”, an… Continue reading ACL-Palooza!!! Saturday December 8, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm Knit-a-Long, Magic Club, Adult/Kiddie Crafts, Book Sale & BAKE SALE!
Many Thanks To Our November ACL Shift Volunteers
These volunteers donated their time and talents at the ACL over the month of November. Next time you see one of them around town, give them a big ol’ hearty THANKS! AnnaMaria Abernathy, Anne Alsmeyer, Jessica Avery, Debbie Bowen, Johanne Campbell, Marni Caputo, Susan Cassidy, Nancy Caulfield, Ellen Chu, Anne Costello, Barb Day, Barry Goldstein,… Continue reading Many Thanks To Our November ACL Shift Volunteers
Bake Sale & Adult/Kid Crafts on Saturday, November 17th from 11 am – 1 pm
Local 5th graders from the Burr Organization of Youth Action (BOOYA) at Burr Elementary school will host abake sale fundraiser to benefit the library on Saturday, November 17th. Drop by for sweet treats, support the kids, and support the library… We’ll also have a drop-in craft (for kids AND adults!) led by local crafty queen Megan Ulland. … Continue reading Bake Sale & Adult/Kid Crafts on Saturday, November 17th from 11 am – 1 pm
Closed for Columbus Day weekend
See you on Tuesday morning at 10am!
This Just In: Special Author-Led Seasonal Story Time, Tuesday Oct 2 at 2 pm
~ Join us this Tuesday, October 2nd at 2:00 pm for a special author reading! ~ Author Susan Axe-Bronk will read her new book, The Vanishing Gourds at the ACL this coming Tuesday. This book is a lighthearted backyard mystery that gracefully captures the seasonal spirit of the joyous Jewish celebration of Sukkot, reflecting its appreciation of the natural… Continue reading This Just In: Special Author-Led Seasonal Story Time, Tuesday Oct 2 at 2 pm
Reminder: Pink Star Books = ACL Books
We know that most of our ACL patrons enjoy several of the fantastic libraries around town (editors of this newsletter included!). Please keep in mind that ACL books have those spiffy little pink stars on their spines and they may only be returned to our little community library–not to various other area libraries. We know it can… Continue reading Reminder: Pink Star Books = ACL Books
Knitting Club–Mark Your Calendars! Second Saturday of Each Month
Our beloved Saturday Knitting Club will meet once a month on the second Saturday of the month, from October through May from 10:30 to 11:45. Anyone who enjoys knitting or would like to learn how to knit is welcome to come. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Book these dates–start planning those winter knitting… Continue reading Knitting Club–Mark Your Calendars! Second Saturday of Each Month
Fall ACL Book Club Selection: Half Broke Horses
Announcing the next ACL Book Club Selection: Jeanette Walls’ Half Broke Horses. We’ll meet Thursday, October 25th at 7:30 pm. Even if you cannot join us, we highly recommend these community reads–our selection committee works to pick some great titles for us. Click here for the New York Times Book Review. And here is a… Continue reading Fall ACL Book Club Selection: Half Broke Horses
Adult/Teen Craft Night ~ Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Scrabble Pendants, July 26 7:30 pm
Your ‘canvas’ is a tiny little Scrabble tile…the possibilities are endless! If you have something tiny, made out of paper, and it’s glue-able onto a Scrabble tile (photos, fancy paper, drawings), you can make it into a little charm for a necklace at our upcoming workshop. Scrabble Pendants at the ACL Thursday, July 26th at… Continue reading Adult/Teen Craft Night ~ Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Scrabble Pendants, July 26 7:30 pm