tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-312665052024-03-08T15:36:58.244-05:00Bremen LibraryWaldoboro Road
Bremen, ME 04551
207-529-5572Bremen Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07933165975033623652noreply@blogger.comBlogger124125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31266505.post-11706148027319099452012-11-16T15:03:00.001-05:002012-11-16T15:09:57.280-05:00Marvelous MarvelWell despite my good intentions I don't know if I will be able to compete these lessons. Being a staff of one I am short of time in a normal week. The past two weeks I have been dealing with the library's annual wreath sale- taking orders, giving out information, doing publicity, etc. Also have a copier that has decided to quit and I have been troubleshooting that (with the end result that I will need to replace it) and I got 5 boxes of children's books donated to sort through. Plus finding time to do my monthly book order and cataloging the new books. And three meetings at night - so not much time at home to complete the assignments. So despite my enthusiasm I will put this on hold for now.<br />
<br />Bremen Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07933165975033623652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31266505.post-57655293005401915882012-11-03T21:48:00.003-04:002012-11-03T21:48:49.485-04:00NoveList Plus -Week 5I just returned from a week in California, so I'm late in getting to this assignment.<br />
I have a little experience with NoveList but not NoveList Plus. I have used NoveList a few times to help patrons who asked for recommendations for new authors similar to writers that they like. <br />
1. I picked the Hunger Games series because I have searched this database for a high school student who loved the series and was looking for other authors that wrote books similar to it. The View is a great way to connect users with books because it brings up a list of titles with brief descriptions, that can help them decide if the books listed will be interesting to them. The Appeal terms is another good feature they can use. Looking at the terms that describe a book they liked, they can decide what exactly appealed to them, so they can look for other books that have the same features. Sometimes a reader may not be able to put this into words, but having the lists provided can make them consider what they enjoyed about the book.The ability to print out a list of titles for the patron will also make it easier for them find books that they will enjoy, either in the library collection, through interlibrary loan, or to even purchase.<br />
2.I have had patrons who wanted books in a style similar to a favorite author. I have done searches like this, but not on NoveList Plus. Having the writing style highlighted along with the appeal factors, shows why the recommended authors came up in the search results. And providing a list of all the books written by that author, will let the patron get a better sense of what the author has published. Being able to print out a list that the patron can use as a guide should make it easy for them to find books in the style that they like to read. I often have patrons ask me to recommend authors or books - and I will do the search for them. If I could get the patron to actually do the search themselves, they could carry the search farther by picking out the specific traits they like, and exploring the choices that come up.<br />
3. I explored other search options available, especially the Book Discussion<br />
Guides section. My library book group is discussing "Fahrenheit 451" on Monday so I looked that up in the book discussion search. I will use the results to help add insight to our discussion. This feature could also be useful in selecting titles for future meetings. I am excited to share this with the members of the group. <br />
I can see NoveList as a way to get more use from our collection because if an older title we own is listed as a read alike to a popular book, it will be taken out and read by a new audience. Bremen Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07933165975033623652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31266505.post-89382428730866666672012-10-22T18:59:00.001-04:002012-10-22T18:59:04.553-04:00Marvelous Week 4 - Hobbies & CraftsI have looked at this reference center a little before now, but never really checked out all the available subject matters that it covers. As someone who used to be pretty crafty, but have trouble finding time to read now, let alone make things, there was plenty here to explore.<br />
1.I looked at several categories before deciding on Arts & Crafts. For a sub category I chose Seasonal crafts- thinking there might be some easy paper projects that we could use with the children at story time. My little library does not subscribe to any of the magazines that showed up in the results page.<br />
2. I did save several projects to a Folder to review when I have time. I found articles on Wine Bottle tags, Simply Beautiful Greeting Cards and Crafting on A Budget.<br />
3.I found the Help link useful in helping to set up the folders for me to save the articles I want to try out. <br />
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This is a site I will share with parents and creative types to explore. I will spend more time on the cooking, collecting and genealogy sites. This is a database it is easy to get lost in. Looking forward to long winter days with time to use it. Bremen Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07933165975033623652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31266505.post-86957792129535936592012-10-19T15:08:00.000-04:002012-10-20T11:39:38.978-04:00Week 3 Marvel Invitational Proquest.<br />
This is one of the resources on Marvel that I have not explored, so welcomed the lesson. Using Maine Newstand I searched blueberries and aging, and got 110 results. I then limited it by date to get the most recent articles. I emailed an article to my home email which was a handy feature. I found the citation feature really easy to use, and the ability to choose what style you use, a plus for students and anyone doing research. I had first seen this on Britannica but was surprised to find it on Proquest too.As a student I found citations the worst part of writing a research paper- especially when you were using resources other than books. <br />
I also did a search using Proquest to see how that worked for information less specific to Maine. I searched fracking in Pennsylvania and Quaker genealogy to explore the information available on these topics. Lots of good results for research. <br />
I have looked at a number of blog entries of other librarians. I found many had not written much. And I couldn't figure out how to add a comment - did read those left by others. Something I will have to explore from home.<br />
I have not had a chance to show any patrons the Marvel site this week- on the nice days it's been slow as people are enjoying the last days of autumn, and the patrons who have come in are looking for books or DVDs to get them through the rainy weather. <br />
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<br />Bremen Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07933165975033623652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31266505.post-25363526290619597312012-10-13T10:43:00.001-04:002012-10-13T10:43:50.168-04:00Marvelous week 2Well I see my biggest problem is going to be finding time to complete these assignments. I haven't posted week #2 and week # 3 is up. I am the sole employee here at Bremen so every time I take a minute to research the assignment I am interrupted. I did the research yesterday and as soon as I opened my blog to write, I had patrons come in that needed help. I thought I'd work on it more at home but life happens.<br />
Well here is my take on Britannica.<br />
This is such a useful resource to have available. I searched for information about Mars exploration and got some great information in my search results, but nothing on the latest robot (Curiosity) that landed in August, until I added 2012 to my search terms. For someone interested in the exploration of Mars there was good information, plus links to other sites like NASA that were useful. For students, having all the citations available at the click of a button would be wonderful.<br />
I also looked at some of the other research tools and liked the Timelines and the Atlas a lot. It seems the boundaries and names of countries in some parts of the world are in constant flux. The Atlas gave detailed, up to date information that would be useful to anyone following world events. For a student writing a report it would be a great resource. There were timelines available for different subjects like science, art and writing that gave a quick overview of the developments in the field you were looking into. <br />
I used the translator that was on the bottom of the page on the article about Curiosity and it didn't look helpful to me. You would place your mouse on a word and all the Spanish meanings came up. It wasn't like having the entire article translated into Spanish that you could read. <br />
The Britannica site is especially useful for students, but also for adults who are curious about a subject and want a source they know they can trust to give them accurate, in depth information. Bremen Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07933165975033623652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31266505.post-27024871741339203862012-10-03T13:28:00.000-04:002012-10-03T13:28:07.138-04:00Marvel InvitationalI've been using this blog for the Bremen Library for a few years now. I don't blog often as I do keep a library web page updated, and this sort of overlaps the information posted on the web page.<br />
Over the years I have taken several classes through the MSL on Marvel, but still don't feel confident in teaching it to patrons. Taking the survey at the beginning of the invitational made me see how much is available that I have never looked at (all those business resources). I use Novelist to prepare for my book group meetings and have used the craft pages a few times. Still so much to learn!<br />
I viewed the introductory tutorials but since I am in the library I will go back to it when I am home to try logging in from outside the library. And I will have uninterrupted time to do more searching.<br />
The opening comment about kids being good at computers because they spend time playing around on them is so true. I often feel I am wasting time if I am not doing specific research on something, and don't take the time to really play around and learn what is there and how to find what is available. <br />
This class should give me the motivation I need. And the tutorials have been short and easy to follow.Bremen Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07933165975033623652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31266505.post-20830062939739344002012-08-22T15:04:00.001-04:002012-08-22T15:04:30.623-04:00Movies at the Library Come watch a movie at the Bremen Library<br />
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The Bremen Library is excited that the projector and recently purchased are installed and ready to use.<br />
The first movie night is scheduled for Tuesday August 28 at 6:30. The movie selected is Planet Earth- in high definition. This will showcase the capabilities of the DVD system. Come enjoy this beautiful and educational view of the planet earth.Bremen Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07933165975033623652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31266505.post-28838164062678900942012-06-25T18:45:00.000-04:002012-06-25T18:45:40.255-04:00Busy Summer Days at the Bremen Library The Bremen Library has a full schedule of events planned for the upcoming summer months. The main events will start happening the week after July 4 (the official start of a Maine summer). <br />
This July the library will host two<i> </i><i>Monday Nights @ the Library</i> programs. On July 9 John Botero, local antique appraiser and dealer, will do his version of an antiques roadshow. Participants can bring in their family heirlooms, flea market or yard sale finds and discover the value of what they own. Is it real or a fake? Is it old or a reproduction? I know it's old but is it valuable? Common questions asked by many without the expertise to know what they have. John can answer all these questions as well as giving you background on when and how the item was made and how the current antique market is doing. What's hot in the world of collectors and dealers? The program begins at 7:00 PM.<br />
On July 16 another <i>Monday Nights @ the Library </i>program is planned on an entirely different topic- terrariums. Plant expert, local gardener and newspaper columnist Wanda Macnair in her talk "Bringing the Rainforest Indoors" will show you how to create and care for a terrarium. Wanda has won blue ribbons for her begonias and currently has a display of terrariums with different types of begonias at the library. You are welcome to stop in and take a look during library hours. And her talk on July 16 is free and open to the public.<br />
July will also bring the annual summer reading programs for children and adults too this year. The kick off for the children's program will be held Wednesday July 11 at 10:30 AM. Herring Gut Learning Center will present "Tidal Pools- Nature's Aquariums" with a touch tank of living creatures that can be found along the coast of Maine. This program is free and open to the public. Children can sign up to participate in the summer reading program at this event if they have not done so before. Details of other events will be posted soon. More to follow.<br />
Hope to see you at these fun events. Call for more information.Bremen Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07933165975033623652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31266505.post-13616581653841156322012-05-26T11:56:00.000-04:002012-05-26T11:59:04.555-04:00Elizabeth Yates Turner on "Gems and Jewelry"The next Monday night program at the Bremen Library is scheduled for June 4,2012 at 7:00 PM.
Elizabeth Yates Turner will give a talk on "Gems and Jewelry". Elizabeth is a gemologist and independent appraiser with an office in Damariscotta. A graduate of the Gemological Institute of America, she has many years of experience as an appraiser.
She worked as an appraiser in the fine jewelry department of Skinner's Auction House in Boston, and at the Thomaston Place Auction Gallery with Kaja Veilleux, among other places.
Come hear her talk about the fascinating subject of Gems and Jewelry. The program is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served.
Call the library for more information.Bremen Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07933165975033623652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31266505.post-18407625452102440672012-05-07T18:08:00.002-04:002012-05-07T18:17:02.678-04:00Bremen Library Plant Sale May 19,2012 at 9:00 AMThe Bremen Library's annual plant Sale has developed a reputation among local gardeners for the quality and variety of plants offered. Volunteers have been heading into area gardens to dig perennials to sell at the big sale. Some years there are close to a thousand plants to choose from. All have survived winter in Maine and are hardy to the region. They are reasonably priced and the plant tags include growing requirements (sun or shade) and the name in Latin. From herbs to lilacs the variety will surprise. The sale opens at 9:00 am. Come early because the crowds are big and the plants go fast.
At the same time as the plant sale, the library also holds a used book sale inside the library. The library has been collecting book donations for the sale. There is always a good assortment of fiction as well as nonfiction.And the books are priced to move. Now's the perfect time to stock up on books for the beach or to put on the bedside table for your summer guests.The book sale opens at 8:30 so you can do some shopping while you wait for the plant sale to start.
There will also be a baked goods sale with delicious pies, cookies, cakes and other goodies baked by Bremen bakers for the sale.Bremen Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07933165975033623652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31266505.post-35519486965205326232012-04-11T12:56:00.002-04:002012-04-11T13:01:27.307-04:00Story Time for Children.On Wednesday April 18 there will be storytime for children at 10:00. The theme will be lambs. "Smudge, The Little Lost Lamb" by James Herriot will be read, and a real lamb will be visiting the library. The program is free and open to all children. Come celebrate spring at the Bremen Library.Bremen Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07933165975033623652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31266505.post-37711810793651379132012-03-30T13:14:00.003-04:002012-03-30T13:20:25.127-04:00"Gardening With the Local Landscape" - Diantha RobinsonBremen Library Gardening Program April 2 @7:00 <br /><br /> "Gardening With the Local Landscape" a talk by Diantha Robinson<br /> Monday April 2 at 7:00 PM<br /><br /> The Bremen Library will present a program on April 2, 2012 by Bremen master gardener and landscaper Diantha Robinson.<br /> With the taste of summer we had last week, many are eager to begin digging and planting in their gardens. To inspire gardeners, Diantha will discuss what to think about when planning a yard or garden. Her talk will include slides to illustrate how to work a garden into the local landscape, whether in the Maine woods, along the coast, or in a town or suburb.<br /> Diantha lives in Bremen and has a local gardening and landscaping business. She has studied architecture as well as attending the Landscape Institute at the Arnold Arboretum.<br /> After a mild winter gardeners are ready to begin another season of planting. Before you get started, come listen to an expert.She will answer your gardening questions and may give you new ideas for your personal landscape. And remember the Bremen Plant Sale will be held on Saturday May 19. After hearing Diantha you may have a whole new lists of plants that you want to incorporate in your yard.<br />The program is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served.<br />This is part of the "Monday Nights at the Library" series of programs.Bremen Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07933165975033623652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31266505.post-88651752336691913692011-12-12T18:34:00.002-05:002011-12-12T18:46:48.402-05:00Holiday GreetingsIt's been a while since my last post.The library has had a busy fall and now we are heading into winter with long cold nights perfect for reading. The wreath sale was a huge success again this year, thanks to the hard work and long hours of our many volunteers. Word has it they were more beautiful than ever.<br />The book group met today for a Christmas gathering with a discussion of "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens and a variety of Christmas cookies supplied by members.It's not too late to get books from the library with decorating tips and recipes to make your holidays special.There are also some music CDs and fun Christmas movies to entertain you. <br /> <br />The Library will be closed on December 26,2011 and again on January 2, 2012.Bremen Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07933165975033623652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31266505.post-71724822775817106292011-07-23T10:16:00.002-04:002011-07-23T10:57:38.036-04:00Summer HeatBremen is feeling the heat this week, though along the coast it stays cooler than other spots in Maine. But it makes for good reading weather- no need to feel guilty that you aren't out pulling weeds from the garden when the temps are over 90 degrees. <br /> The summer reading program for kids is well under way. So far participants have explored the cultures of France, Mexico and Ehiopia. Coming up are the Netherlands, and for the final program on August 3, Colombia. <br /> Members have been excited that the library is now part of the Maine Infonet Download program. Using their library membership numbers they can download eBooks and audiobooks to a variety of devices in the comfort of their homes. For information about the program check out the Bremen Library website which has a link to the Download Library.Bremen Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07933165975033623652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31266505.post-38762566207975965752011-06-13T18:35:00.004-04:002011-06-13T18:42:52.634-04:00Book Sale at the LibraryThe Bremen Library has an ongoing used book sale set up in the meeting room. There are still many books left in a variety of genres, available at prices that can't be beat. Quality paperbacks that sell used for $2.00 or more in other places, can be found here for the unbelievable price of $.50. Mass market paperbacks sell for $.25 each or 5 books for $1.00. There are also hardcover novels by some favorite authors,cookbooks, art books, biographies and history books to name just a little of what you will find. Come see what you can find to take to the beach or place in the guest room for summer company. The sale will continue for several weeks.Bremen Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07933165975033623652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31266505.post-26123660494112145452011-05-27T10:52:00.007-04:002011-06-01T14:33:15.730-04:00The World of Digital Books has arrived !The Bremen Library is pleased to announce that we have joined the Maine InfoNet Download Libary. This new service the library is offering to members, will allow access to an online library of digital books which can be downloaded to your personal eBook or Audio device in your home. All members need to download books, is their Bremen Library Patron number. Because the library doesn't use these numbers for circulation, you will need to contact the library to find out what your Patron Number is. These numbers are assigned automatically by the circulation software when you become a member of the library.<br />What is the Maine InfoNet Download Library? It is a collaborative of libraries in Maine that have joined together to offer a service that would be economically impossible for many individual libraries to provide. Through a grant from the Davis Foundation and contributions from member libraries, they have contracted with OverDrive to give access to a collection of downloadable eBooks and audio books. The Maine InfoNet Download Library web site at http://download.maineinfonet.org is easy to navigate and will let you see what devices can be used. At this time OverDrive does not support the Amazon Kindle, but works with the Nook, IPad and Iphones, Blackberries and computers. For help call the library and ask for Sue.Bremen Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07933165975033623652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31266505.post-76173846223892265232011-05-16T16:51:00.003-04:002011-05-16T16:59:05.845-04:00Bremen Library Plant SaleThe Bremen Plant sale is this Saturday May 31. There will be a big selection of plants outside in the parking lot along with a sale of baked goods. Inside the library there will be a used book sale.<br />The book sale will open at 8:30 and the plant sale at 9:00. Come early for the best selection.<br />The sale ends at 12:00.Bremen Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07933165975033623652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31266505.post-91418160955869406672011-04-11T18:35:00.002-04:002011-04-11T18:47:02.761-04:00April Showers for May flowersApril has started with the classic Maine April Fools joke of a snow storm that closed local schools and the library. So far the weather this month has been cooler than last year. Gardeners are eager to get the earth turned and the first peas planted. Patience is required.<br />But perennials are beginning to show their colors. Though my daffodils are waiting for one warm day to pop open, other early spring bulbs are still in flower. And I have pulmonaria, helleborus, heathers, and even one small purple primrose in bloom. A fine reminder of why gardeners love to toil away in the dirt.<br />Before you know it will be May, and Bremen residents know that means the annual Bremen Library Plant / Book / Bake Sale is on the calendar. This year it happens on May 21. The book sale will be held in the library and the doors open at 8:30. The ropes open the plant sale at 9:00 sharp.<br />Mark the date and we'll see you there.Bremen Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07933165975033623652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31266505.post-22539243460275649782011-03-04T14:26:00.002-05:002011-03-04T14:35:22.069-05:00March ProgramsIt may feel like January but the calendar tells you it is really March! Saturday March 5 we are pleased to host a program by two professional art and furniture conservators who will talk about how to keep your treasures safe for future generations. Terry Marsh is an art conservator who works with art on paper. She will tell you how to protect your paper treasures. Jon Brandon is a furniture restorer who restores fine furniture and wooden objects. If you have treasures that you value for sentimental or monetary reasons this talk will give you guidelines to preserve them for the future.<br /><br />Jane Austen fans alert! The book discussion group meets on Monday March 14 to discuss Jane Austen's classic novel <span style="font-style: italic;">Pride and Prejudice</span>. Who can read this without picturing everyone's favorite Darcy as portrayed by Colin Firth? Come join the fun as we discuss this book. An added bonus- one of our regular members is a retired English teacher who taught the book and will doubtless add some meaningful thoughts to the discussion.Bremen Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07933165975033623652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31266505.post-15097976452681539412011-02-19T10:52:00.001-05:002011-02-19T11:17:06.258-05:00Upcoming Activities at the Bremen LibraryThe Bremen Library will be closed on Monday February 21 in honor of President's Day. On Wednesday February 23 we will be opening at 8:30 am for the first of 2 programs by the Chewonki Foundation about Birds of Prey. It is not uncommon to see hawks in trees along the roads waiting to catch a meal. If you have wondered how these majestic birds have adapted to survive in their environment this program will answer all your questions. There will be three live birds that you can see close up. The program begins at 9:00 with a second program at 10:30. Space is limited so come early. This is a perfect event for the school vacation week.<br /><br />On Saturday March 5 we will present a program at 2:00 by art conservator Terry Marsh and furniture conservator Jon Brandon on caring for your treasures- whether paper or furniture. This will be an opportunity to learn from experts how to preserve your family heirlooms. The program is free and refreshments will be served.Bremen Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07933165975033623652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31266505.post-71781125773465274962011-02-16T11:09:00.006-05:002011-02-16T11:55:38.439-05:00Chewonki Program "Birds of Prey" at Bremen LibraryThe Chewonki Foundation in Wiscasset will bring the popular traveling program about New England birds of prey to the Bremen Library on Wednesday February 23. There will be 2 sessions- at 9:00am and 10:30am. There will bring three live birds that were injured and are healed but cannot be released back to the wild. The program will discuss the adaptions by the birds in their beaks, talons, wing and tail shapes that allow them to hunt in their environment.<br />Next week is school vacation week so if you want to do something fun with the kids, this program will allow them to get up close to these majestic birds. Space is limited so reservations are being taken now. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Free will donation.Bremen Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07933165975033623652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31266505.post-60365143898846099782011-01-28T12:54:00.002-05:002011-01-28T13:07:05.583-05:00January WeatherJanuary has been especially cold and snowy this year. The Bremen Library has been closed on two days due to winter snow storms that closed the local schools. The policy of the library is to remain closed on days that the schools don't open because of weather. The feeling is that if the schools are closed because the roads are too dangerous for school buses, then maybe it would be wise for everyone to stay home. So when the forecast predicts the possibility of snowy weather, stock up on reading materials before hand.<br /><br /><br />Despite winter weather woes, there was a good turnout for the library program about Japanese gardens on January 8. The next program will be in February when Chewonki presents a program about birds of prey. More information will be coming as we get into February.<br /><br />The book group meets again on Monday Feb. 14 to discuss <span style="font-style: italic;">Out of Africa</span> by Isak Dinesen. Reading about life in Africa is a nice armchair escape from the snowbanks of Maine. Copies of the book are available to borrow from the library. The group is open to the public.Bremen Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07933165975033623652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31266505.post-32015993190400363062010-12-31T14:38:00.003-05:002010-12-31T14:47:16.172-05:00New Year GreetingsOn the final day of 2010 I extend wishes for a Happy New Year. Let's hope all our favorite authors publish wonderful books in the coming year to keep the readers entertained and informed.<br />The library will be closed on New Year's Day but we are back to our normal hours on Monday. The first library program of the new year will be a program on Historic Japanese Gardens by Lee Schneller Sligh on Saturday January 8 at 2:00. Lee will be showing slides of some very old gardens, from her travels through Japan. She is a garden designer/ creator who owns Lee Schneller Fine Gardens in Thomaston. It will be a delightful escape for both gardeners and travellers.<br />The program is free and open to the public.Bremen Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07933165975033623652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31266505.post-67351299811475168752010-12-17T11:34:00.003-05:002010-12-17T12:44:49.320-05:00Merry ChristmasThe Library is decorated and ready for the holidays. The Christmas books are on display waiting to inspire with decorating ideas and yummy recipes to cook for family gatherings and holiday parties. It may be too late to make a Christmas quilt, but there is still time to create home made candles or Christmas cards and tree ornaments to give as gifts. And there are some classic Christmas movies to borrow and watch to get you in the spirit. So come in and see what is available to make your holidays bright.<br /> The library will be closing at 12:00 on Friday December 24. We will reopen on Monday December 27 and be open our normal hours that week. The library will be closed on Christmas Day and New Year's Day. We hope you all have a wonder holiday.<br /> As we close out another year we think back to all the events of the past year. We give thanks for all the volunteers who work so hard to raise the funds to keep the library open through the annual Plant and Wreath Sales. And our volunteers who work with children presenting programs that bring Bremen youngsters into the library and gets them excited about books and reading.<br />And of course we especially appreciate all our members who support us with donations, and the Town of Bremen which gives us funding.<br /><br />See you next year.Bremen Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07933165975033623652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31266505.post-30840726885585036952010-11-29T15:24:00.003-05:002010-11-29T15:55:48.132-05:00Christmas EventsThe Bremen Library has completed another successful wreath sale. It took two weeks of hard work by the volunteers who decorated over 400 wreaths that were sold to raise money to fund library programs. Now the last mail orders are on their way all over the country to brighten the holidays with a touch of Maine.<br /> On Monday December 6th the Library will host a Family Christmas Craft Night. There will be a variety of Christmas ornaments and decorations that children can choose to make, with crafts designed to suit different ages and skills. This will be a fun family activity to kick off the holiday season. The event is free and open to the public. It begins at 6:00 pm. and will last till 8:00 pm. So bring your creative side and come make something for the holidays . Refreshments will be served.Bremen Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07933165975033623652noreply@blogger.com