It's the return of the "Beat the Winter Blues Book Sale" in the Children's Department!! Warm up with some GREAT deals on gently used children's books! Sponsored by the F.O.B.L. Proceeds to be used for children's programmig. "All Books" Mix 'n Match 6 for $1.00!! "Snow Better Time to READ!"

Love Letters Tea
February is LIBRARY LOVER'S MONTH! Join us on Friday, February 12th, from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. for a "Love Letters Tea".
This adults-only event will include:
- Famous and infamous "Love Letter" readings by Friends, Staff & Guests (you may bring your OWN love letters to share, as well!!)
- Creation of your own personal Memory Board
- A sampling of fine teas and Valentine delicacies!

Pre-registration is required, as seating is limited. Please call 978-365-4160, ext. 221 to register. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Bigelow Free Public Library and is for ADULTS ONLY.

Valentine Watercolor Workshop
This 'Make & Take' Workshop will be held on Saturday, February 13th from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The program is for children age 3 to 10. Local artist and Early Childhood Educator, Ms. Elizabeth Neumann will be our instructor. Pre-registration is required!! Call the Children's Room at 978-365-4160, ext. 223. Sponsored by F.O.B.L.

Contemporary Urban Art Workshop & Exhibition
This event will be held on Tuesday, February 16, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The program will highlight works by local artist Mark Thomas, who will be instructing students age 13 and older in the beginning stages of Urban Art, how to express themselves, fine-tune technique and the responsibilities that go with this type of art. Pre-registration is required. Please call 978-365-4160, ext. 223. Sponsored by the F.O.B.L.

 

Flower Show & Bake Sale
Join us on Saturday, March 20th, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for our 2nd Annual Flower Show and Bake Sale. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Bigelow Free Public Library. More details will follow.

Quilt Show & Bake Sale
A Quilt Show and Bake Sale will be held on Saturday, May 15th, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Bigelow Free Public Library. Details to follow.

CARE Food Pantry
There is a receptacle for non-perishable food donations for the CARE Food Pantry at the Bigelow Free Public Library. The food pantry is an outreach mission for those in need sponsored by Our Lady of Jasna Gora and Our Lady of the Rosary parishes. The pantry is located in the rectory building at the Holy Rosary, 1 Cross Street, Clinton. The CARE food pantry will be open to the public on Thursdays, from 5 to 7 p.m. and Saturdays, from 9 to 11 a.m.

Volunteers
The library is recruiting volunteers for a drop-in homework club 2-3 days a week in the fall. If you are a National Honor Society member, this would be a good opportunity to fulfill your community service obligation. Please contact Mrs. Flaherty at 978-365-4160, ext. 222, or e-mail the library (bigelowlibrary@yahoo.com)

Attention!
Do you have a craft or talent you would like to share with others? Please call Mrs. Flaherty at 978-365-4160, ext. 222 to discuss!!

The Friends of the Bigelow Free Public Library is seeking new members! Please click here for more information on how YOU can help!