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Hours
Monday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Announcements
The Summer Reading Program Starts in June
The theme for the 2023 Summer Reading Program (SRP) is All Together Now, focusing on kindness, friendship, and working together. Children ages 3 and up, teens, and adults who read at least 60 minutes each week will be entered to win weekly raffle prizes. Those who read 960 minutes (16 hours) by the end of the 8-week program will be entered to win the grand prize for their age group. If you would like to participate, download the Beanstack Tracker App and register for the 2023 SRP to log your reading time.

The SRP Kick-off is Friday, June 23, but you can start logging your time early! Get on Beanstack now and start logging. You can use this time towards the grand prize goal of 960 minutes.

Grand Prizes
Early Literacy: STEM/Coding Activity Package (value $100)
Kids: $100 Amazon gift card
Teens: $100 Amazon gift card
Adults: $100 Amazon gift card

The Summer Reading Program is underwritten by First Seacoast Bank
All Ages Programs
Summer Reading Kick-off Picnic & Show
Friday, June 23 at 5:30 PM
Bring your blanket or chair and picnic supper to the field by the playground and enjoy a show with children’s singer Miss Julieann! There will be opportunities before and after the performance to register for the Summer Reading Program along with activities this summer for all ages.
Books in Bloom
Friday, June 23 at 5:30-7:15 PM
Join the Barrington Bloomers and Friends of the Library at the Summer Reading Kick-off to view and vote for your favorite floral arrangements and bid on the silent auction. Final silent auction bids can be made after the show and then winners will be announced! Click here for more information.

Music in My Pockets: Family Fun in Folk Music
Presented by Jeff Warner
Thursday, June 29 at 5:30 PM
Singing games, accessible "pocket instruments" like spoons and dancing puppets, tall tales, funny songs, old songs, and songs kids teach each other in the playground - all "traditional" in that they have been passed down the generations by word of mouth - will be seen, heard and learned. We will revisit 1850 or 1910 in a New England town, with families gathered around the kitchen hearth, participating in timeless, hearty entertainment: a glimpse into how America amused itself before electricity. This program is recommended for adults and children ages 6 and above. Click here for more information.
Children & Teen Programs
SRP Kids Activity: Decoder Wheels
Wednesday, June 28 at 1:00 PM
Kids in grades 1-4 are invited to make decoder wheels and use them to solve and send messages. Register here
SRP Teen Activity: Tensile Bubbles
Thursday, June 29 at 1:00 PM
Middle and high schoolers are invited to experiment with tensile bubbles. We will make different shapes and see how tension acts with bubbles. You don't want to miss this cool activity! Register here
Summer Story Time Session
Wee Read Wednesdays for ages 1-3
June 28-August 16 at 10:30-11:15 AM
Register here

Preschool Thursdays for ages 4-6
June 29-August 17 at 11:00-11:45 AM
Just drop in!
LEGO Club Drop In
Every Tuesday at 4:00 PM
For children in K-4th grade. We ask that parents stick around to help supervise. We will bring out and put away Legos - you just come to play!
Adult Programs
Friends Plant & Book Sale
Saturday, June 3 at 8:00 AM-12:00 PM
The Friends Annual Plant and Book Sale will be held at the Chapel of the Nativity (American Legion) parking lot on Rt. 9. There will be perennials, annuals, herbs, indoor plants, books, DVDs, and video games for sale.
Season the Day Spice Club
Next meeting: Monday, June 5 at 5:00 PM
At this meeting we will discuss Everything Bagel Spice and hand out Rosemary spice packets. It is a time to share recipes and ask questions. Register here for a spice packet.
Libby & Hoopla Tech Class
Friday, June 9 at 10:30-11:30 AM
Do you want to learn how to access e-books and audiobooks on your phone or tablet? In this class, you will learn how to search for and download e-books and audiobooks using the hoopla and Libby Apps. Please bring your device to class. Register here
Daytime Book Group
Next meeting: Monday, June 26 at 12:30 PM
Our next read is The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab. Join others in our community for a lively discussion; new members are always welcome! If you're interested, send us an email and we will get you a copy of the book. Click here for more information.
Evening Book Group
First meeting: Tuesday, July 11 at 5:30 PM
Our first read will be The Day the World Came to Town: 9/11 in Gander, Newfoundland by Jim DeFede. To sign up, send us an email and we'll get you a copy of the book. Click here for more information.
Mahjong and Cribbage Drop In
Every Wednesday at 10:30 AM
Join us! New players are always welcome and there are some great teachers in the group.
Click here to see more events on our calendar!

Collection Corner
The Large Print Section Has Moved
You can now find large print books at the end of the audiobook section, by the big tables. If you need help finding them please ask a staff member.
So Many Puzzles
Come take a puzzle or three! Our puzzle shelf is overflowing. There's something for everyone - from 100 to 1,000 pieces.

Trustees, Friends, and Foundation
The next meeting of the Barrington Library Foundation is Tuesday, June 6 at 7:00 PM. Click here for more information.
All Trustee meetings will be held in the Library's meeting room. The next monthly Trustee meeting will be Tuesday, June 20 at 5:30 PM.
The next meeting of the Friends will be on Wednesday, June 28 at 7:00 PM.

Town & Community News
Intro Hike at Village Place
Saturday, June 10 at 9:30-11 AM
553 Littleworth Rd (Rt. 9), Barrington
The Barrington Conservation Commission and Trails Committee invite you to an introductory hike guided by Denis Beaulieu and Anne Melvin to get you out onto the trails this season. Come give hiking a try! We expect sunshine (sunscreen and hats), possible ticks (tick protection) and some water to enjoy the one mile of trails over 1-1/2 hours. Please leave your family pet at home.
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