Inside Babcock Library

Amateur photographer Jerry Doughtery has taken some great shots of the Babcock Library, mostly of the beautifully remodelled interior, like this one of the circulation desk. You can see those among others on his online album starting with number 23. Thanks to Jerry for doing such good work and for making it available to everyone.

Fisher Cats

Join us on Friday, February 9, at 7:00 p.m. as Jason Hawley, Wildlife Technician, DEP, will provide us with slides and discussion on the history of fisher cats before Europeans arrived, their re-introduction, conflicts with people and what you can do to protect your pets.

Family Video Day

Friday, January 26 is Family Video day at the library. We're featuring Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest starring Johnny Depp. The PG-13 feature will play in the Knowlton Auditorium beginning at 4:00 p.m. We request that an adult acompany anyone 12 and younger. Free popcorn and juice will be provided. See you at the show!

This year marks the 50th anniversary of Dr. Seuss' well known Beginner Book, The Cat in the Hat. Written with just 236 different words, it quickly became a children's classic.
Join us to celebrate the 10th annual "Read Across America Day" with special activities at the Babcock Library from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Friday, March 2, 2007.
We'll start with at reading of "The Cat in the Hat" at 2:36 p.m. and continue with games, puzzles, prizes, refreshments, and additional readings throughout the afternoon.

What is your favorite Dr. Seuss book? Let us know and we'll share the results at the party!

Library Board to Meet

The Babcock Library Board of Directors will have its monthly meeting Tuesday, January 23, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. at the library.

Computer Class: Windows Tips & Tricks

Find out quick and easy ways to manage files on your computer, and how to arrange your computer screen to suit yourself. You'll also learn what that right mouse button is for, and how to use it! The class will meet twice on Monday, February 5, 2007 at the Babcock Library, at 1:00-2:00 p.m. and again at 2:00-3:00 p.m. The same material will be covered in both classes, so you can choose either time.

Because computer space is limited, we recommend that you call (860-487-4420) or e-mail (librarian@babcocklibrary.com) to reserve a space. You can also comment on this post to reserve a space in the class.

Hot Beverages

Now that winter weather is on its way, we invite you to stop in the library for our free hot beverage service. We stock instant coffee and an assortment of tea. You'll find it all on a serving cart in the reading room, so please help yourself!

Thank You to the Friends

A big thank you to the Friends of the Babcock Library for the wonderful reception they hosted for me on January 10! Here are a few pictures from the event.

Eric Hansen, Library Director

Mystery Book Discussion

Join us for a scintillating discussion of Mary Higgins Clark's Where are the children? on Tuesday, January 16th at 2:00 p.m. Library Director Eric Hansen will lead the discussion, and refreshments will be served.

Friends Reception for New Director

The Friends of the Babcock Library are hosting a reception for Eric Hansen, the new director of the library. The reception will be Wednesday, January 10, from 2:00 - 6:00 p.m. in the library. See you there!

Internet Class

"Seek & Go Find: A Beginner's Class in Internet Searching" will meet in the Babcock Library at the public computers on Monday, January 8 from 1:00-2:00 p.m. and from 2:00-3:00 p.m. The 1:00 p.m. class is full but there are a very few seats left for the 2:00 p.m. class. We'll cover searching directories like Switchboard and Anywho, wikis like Wikipedia, search engines like Google, and blogs on Blogger. If time permits, we'll discuss the deep web too.

Wi-Fi at the library

The Babcock Library now has free wireless Internet access for the public. Stop by any time during our open hours with your wireless laptop or PDA and surf or search on us!

Welcome!

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