The Darwin R. Barker Barker Historical Museum is now open:
Tuesdays 4pm-8pm
Saturdays 1pm-5pm
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Thursday, August 26, 2010
Step Up Your Job Search
Please join us for Your Job Search Online: An introduction to the best Internet resources for exploring careers and finding jobs.
Saturday, September 18, 2010, 2pm-4pm
Or
Tuesday, September 28, 2010, 2pm-4pm
To register for this hands-on class, please visit the Circulation Desk or call us at (716)672-8051. Class size is limited.
Participants are welcome to bring their own laptop computers.
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Reader Recommendations
Looking for your next summer read? Check out one of these Barker Library reader recommendations:
The Orchid Thief by Susan Orlean
"Fascinating and funny look at obsession and Florida nuttiness."
A Single Shard by Linda Sue Park (Newbery Award Winner)
"Teaches about values without really preaching - they're just part of the story. Four out of four stars."
Open: an Autobiography by Andre Agassi
"Don't like tennis? Neither did he. One of the most compelling books I've read."
Happy reading!
The Orchid Thief by Susan Orlean
"Fascinating and funny look at obsession and Florida nuttiness."
A Single Shard by Linda Sue Park (Newbery Award Winner)
"Teaches about values without really preaching - they're just part of the story. Four out of four stars."
Open: an Autobiography by Andre Agassi
"Don't like tennis? Neither did he. One of the most compelling books I've read."
Happy reading!
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Book Club Meeting
Just a reminder to Barker Library Book Club members...
Our next meeting will be on Saturday August 14, 2010, 2-4pm. We will be discussing Margaret Mitchell's Gone With the Wind. And if you can't get enough Gone With the Wind, please check out the book diplay near the circulation desk for other books you might enjoy.
Saturday, July 17, 2010
What should I read next?
What have you been reading? We want to know!
Have you read something fantastic? Are you looking for something great to read? Check out the purple binder at the library's Circulation Desk. Share your book or author recommendations with other library users OR browse through reviews written by readers like you. Books recommended by our patrons are displayed in the library's reference area.
And, if you are searching our online catalog from home and need a recommendation before you start placing requests, you can check this blog. We periodically post reader recommendations on this page.
Happy reading!
Have you read something fantastic? Are you looking for something great to read? Check out the purple binder at the library's Circulation Desk. Share your book or author recommendations with other library users OR browse through reviews written by readers like you. Books recommended by our patrons are displayed in the library's reference area.
And, if you are searching our online catalog from home and need a recommendation before you start placing requests, you can check this blog. We periodically post reader recommendations on this page.
Happy reading!
Barker Library Reader Recommendations
Looking for something to read? Try these titles recommended by library patrons like you!
The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Schaffer
"Once you get past the title, the book is wonderful!"
School of Essential Ingredients by Erica Bauermeister
"Any 'foodie' would love it! Beautifully written."
Feast of Love by Charles Baxter
It will break you heart, but then fix it again."
The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Schaffer
"Once you get past the title, the book is wonderful!"
School of Essential Ingredients by Erica Bauermeister
"Any 'foodie' would love it! Beautifully written."
Feast of Love by Charles Baxter
It will break you heart, but then fix it again."
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Victorian Dazzle
Come celebrate Victorian Dazzle at the Barker Library!
Saturday, July 17, 2010, 11am
Storytime in the Children's Room will feature works by Victorian author Beatrix Potter. Then, join us in the Steele Room to make and decorate your very own Victorian toy.
Thursday, July 1, 2010
Read This!
Check out these reader recommendations:
The Book Thief by Markus Zusak
"A must read!"
The Other by David Guterson
"If you liked Snow Falling on Cedars, you willl also like The Other. It is quite different, but the same Guterson magic.
Water, Stone, Heart by Will North
Real people and a gripping story set in the picturesque village of Boscastle, England. You won't want this book to end!
Happy Reading!
The Book Thief by Markus Zusak
"A must read!"
The Other by David Guterson
"If you liked Snow Falling on Cedars, you willl also like The Other. It is quite different, but the same Guterson magic.
Water, Stone, Heart by Will North
Real people and a gripping story set in the picturesque village of Boscastle, England. You won't want this book to end!
Happy Reading!
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Storytelling Program
Join us on Tuesday, July 13, 2010 at 4pm for storyteller AnneMarie Jason.
This special event is sponsored by the Friends of Barker Library.
This special event is sponsored by the Friends of Barker Library.
Saturday, June 19, 2010
Summer Storytime
Regular Storytime hours will end as of Friday June 25, 2010.
Summer Storytime will be held on Fridays at 10am from July 16, 2010 - Labor Day.
Summer Storytime will be held on Fridays at 10am from July 16, 2010 - Labor Day.
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