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Berlin-Peck Memorial Library Newsletter - December 2023

Schools and Libraries

December 7, 2023

From: Berlin-Peck Memorial Library


Sit & Knit

Thursday, December 7 + 21, 6:00 pm
Thursday, December 14 + 28, 1:00 pm

We are a friendly and welcoming group of all skill levels from beginner to advanced. It’s a great opportunity to trade knitting tips and tricks and to socialize and make new friends—so come on down and join us for a fun and creative time!

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Friday Movie Matinees

Friday, December 8 + 15, 1:00 pm
No movie on December 1, 22, 29.

Please register for each movie you'd like to attend. See all upcoming movies.

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14th Annual Gingerbread House Contest

DROP-OFF: Saturday, December 9—Wednesday, December 13
VOTING: Thursday, December 14—Sunday, December 17

The Library is celebrating the season with delicious decorations! All ages are encouraged to participate. There are separate categories for adults/groups and for children.

Doesn’t fit your budget? The library has a limited number of gingerbread house kits available on a first come, first serve basis.

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Saturday Book Club
Saturday, December 9, 10:30 am

This month, instead of everyone reading the same book, we will each choose our own uplifting or inspirational book! For recommendations, check out the library’s UpLit (that’s short for “uplifting literature”) booklist.

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The Christmas Star
Tuesday, December 12, 6:30 pm
ONLINE EVENT

Discover the history and science behind one of the most famous astronomical events in all history: the Star of Bethlehem.

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Dementia Caregiver Support Group
Monday, December 18, 1:00 pm
IN PERSON or ONLINE

A safe place for caregivers, family and friends of persons with dementia. Join us to share practical information, feelings, needs and concerns. Sponsored and hosted by Hartford HealthCare Center for Healthy Aging and Alzheimer’s Association.

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Cookbook Club Cookie Swap!
Monday, December 18, 6:30 pm

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Cookie swap is back! Bring 3-4 dozen cookies of one type, a container to bring cookies home, and one photocopy of your recipe. To avoid duplication, please let us know what kind of cookies you will be bringing.

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