Adult Programs
Summer Reading Program for Adults
Summer reading isn’t just for kids! The library offers a full selection of programs and rewards for adults’ summer reading.
Join as early as June 1 or anytime this summer into the first week of August. The library is offering a new tracking system this summer: the popular Beanstack computer program and/or a fun-to-use app on your phone or device. Go to BEANSTACK and get started. Log the books you read, earn badges, and collect rewards at the library!
Silent Book Club
First Saturdays: May 2, June 6, (closed July 4), August 1
11:00 am–1:00 pm
Main Floor Reading Lounge
McBride invites you to sit back, relax, and choose our own reading material. Enjoy reading at your own pace, socialize if you wish, stay as long as you like, and indulge in some well-deserved “you” time.
Shop the McBride Book Cellar
Open:
Wednesdays 10:30 am–12:30 pm
First Mondays: June 1, July 6, August 3 | 5:30–7:30 pm
Saturdays: June 6, August 1 | 10:00 am–2:00 pm
Visit the library’s on-site used book store. The Book Cellar sells used books and media in all categories and age levels, from fiction to nonfiction, baby board books to adult. Shop for used DVDs and music CDs, and there is even a small used sheet music collection.
Computer Assistance
Tuesday evenings June 2–July 28 | 6:00–8:00 pm, drop in
Saturday afternoons by appointment, call 752-2241 or email info@mcbridelibrary.org
Computer Lab
One-on-one assistance using the computer, any ability level. McBride’s volunteer instructor will be available to answer questions and assist with basic computer usage.
Bee Informed Coffee Chats
Wednesdays: June 3 & 17, July 15 & 29, August 6
11:00 am–12:30pm
Second Floor Community Room
What’s the buzz about what local organizations have to offer? Gather valuable information with real-life applications regarding health, social issues, finance, and digital literacy. Share coffee, finger snacks, and the company of others.
- June 3: Women’s Center, Elder Abuse 101. Be able to recognize and understand the different forms of elder abuse, the effects this would have on an individual and how to help.
- June 17: McBride Librarian, Intro to AI. (more details tba)
- July 15: PHEAA, Career Exploration. (more details tba)
- July 29: Simplified Medicare Solutions, Medicare 101. Get assistance with signing up for Medicare
Craft It!
First and third Mondays: June 9 & 15, July 6 & 20, August 3 & 17
6:00–7:30 pm
Main Floor Reading Lounge
A crafting get-together for adults. Bring your favorite project: yarn, stitching, diamond art, scrapbooking, your choice—OR—take a stab at the project of the month offered by library staff. Bring a friend and share social time and fellowship around the coffee station. Climate-permitting, we will spill into Judy’s garden.
The Traveling Art Hive
Wednesdays: June 10 & 24
11:00 am–1:00 pm
All ages
Second Floor Art Room
Facilitated by artist Nikki Nagle, MAAT. Sponsored by the Berwick Arts Association. Art Hive is an open art community space. We provide the supplies; you come and choose how you’d like to work with them. Everyone is welcome! All ages: seniors, adults, teens, children. No art-making experience necessary.
- June 10: Bilateral Stimulation Drawings
- June 24: Printmaking for Kids!
Self-Sustainable Series
Third Tuesdays: June 16, July 21, August 18
5:30 pm
Library location varies
Save money and gain independence by learning practical skills. Monthly guest speakers will cover topics from gardening to budgeting.
- June 16: Simply Sourdough
- July 21: Foraging Northeast PA
- August 18: Let’s Speak Chicken
Library at the Farmers Market
Saturday, June 27
8:00 am–12:00 pm
400 Fowler Avenue, Berwick
Visit the library at the Farmers Market: register for the Summer Reading program, do kids’ activities, and shop the used book sale.
