Winter Concerts: Rebecca Hall and Ken Anderson will present our second concert on Sunday, February 12th at 2pm. More info.
(Paul Bisaccia will making an appearance on Mar. 26!)

Coming Home: Contemporary Prize Winning Novels Join Professor Jim Brogan as he leads us in a discussion of 5 contemporary novels every two weeks beginning in March. Copies of each novel are available and registration is requested by calling the reference desk 673-6791.
We will be discussing Snow Falling on Cedars, Beloved, The Shipping News, The Stone Diaries, and A Thousand Acres. Our first discussion is Mar 1 at 7pm. Click here for more info

The Ancient Alexandria Library Remembering Hypatia novelist, Brian Trent, will explore the background surrounding the library of Alexandria and it last guardian of this largely forgotten edifice. His novel was praised by NPR's Faith Middleton. The novel may be purchased and signed at the conclusion of the lecture. Registration is requested. The fascinating lecture will be on Tuesday, February 21 at 7 p.m. More info.

Camp Showcase: , On Wed., Feb 8 from 6:30-8:30pm, representatives from area camps display flyers, pictures and artwork from their camps. Campfire songs will be sung! Parents will have the opportunity to learn about the services offered. Parents do not have to register. Door prizes! *Snow date: Thursday, Feb. 9. 6:30- 8:30pm.

Museum Passes: , The library has obtained passes to 3 new museums...The Eric Carle Museum pass allows 2 adults and 4 children admission to this Amherst, MA museum...The Harriet Beecher Stowe pass allows 2 admissions in Hartford...The Trolley Museum pass admits 2 adults and 4 children in Windsor...Click here for more museum pass information.

Database spotlight: The Antiques Database offers all a collector would want. Descriptions, numerous photos, and auction prices for thousands of items.

Downloadable AudioBooks: It's official! Our downloadable audiobooks for your computers and mp3 players will go live in March, watch the library's home page for the start of this very convenient service!

Attention: the eNewsletter is looking for Book Reviews from it's readers. If you have read a good book, please press the reply buttopn and send the name, author, and why you liked it in a 1-2 sentence format. Please indicate if you wish to remain anonymous. Thanks!

Bestsellers: The Cell by Stephen King, Memory in Death by JD Robb, Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown, The Hostage by W.E.B. Griffin, Mary, Mary by James Patterson, S is for Silence by Sue Grafton, Every Breath You Take by Judith McNaught, The Hunt Club by John Lescroat, The Cat Who Dropped a Bombshell by Lillian Jackson Braun,
Nonfiction
Marley & Me by John Grogan, The World Is Flat by Thomas Friedman, For Laci by Sharon Roca, My Friend Leonard by James Frey, The Year of Magical Thinking by Joan Didion

Goor Morning, Mr. Lincoln...

Team of Rivals by Doris Kearns Goodwin.

The Emancipator's Wife by Barbara Hambly.

American Brutus : John Wilkes Booth and the Lincoln conspiracies by Michael Kauffman.

"We are Linclon Men" by David Donald.

New African American Fiction

Strivers Row by Kevin Baker.

Changing Faces by Kimberla Roby.

My Jim by Nancy Rawls.

The Vow by Denene Millner.

Books coming in March, reserve your copy today!
Girl in the Shadows by Andrews, V. C, False Impression by Archer, Jeffrey, The Automatic Millionaire Homeowner by Bach, David, Live, Laugh, Love Again by Borquez, Michelle, Crippen by Boyne, John, Just Rewards by Bradford, Barbara Taylor, Sour Puss by Brown, Rita Mae, A Secret Splendor by Brown, Sandra, Circle of Quilters by Chiaverini, Jennifer, Baby Brother's Blues by Cleage, Pearl, The Boy Who Fell Out of the Sky by Dornstein, Ken, The Renegades by Egleton, Clive, Nicotine Kiss by Estleman, Loren D, Cherry Cheesecake Murder by Fluke, Joanne, Train from Marietta by Garlock, Dorothy, Phantom by Goodkind, Terry, Intuition by Goodman, Allegra, The Mind of Bill James by Gray, Scott, The Bluffer's Guide To Philosophy by Hankinson, Jim, Prior Bad Acts by Hoag, Tami, Finding Meaning in the Second Half of Life by Hollis, James, Emperor by Iggulden, Conn, Gone by Kellerman, Jonathan, It Happened On Cape Cod by Kelley, Shawnie, The Seven Levels of Intimacy by Kelly, Matthew, What Price Love? by Laurens, Stephanie, The Ethical Assassin by Liss, David, Till Death Do Us Part by Ludwig, Robi, Have Your Cake And Kill Him Too by Martin, Nancy, A Year in the World by Mayes, Frances, The Duchess of Nothing by McGowan, Heather, The Skin Gods by Montanari, Richard, The Last Witchfinder by Morrow, James, Quite Honestly by Mortimer, John Clifford, Labyrinth by Mosse, Kate, Intelligence in Nature by Narby, Jeremy, The Fallen by Parker, T. Jefferson, The 5th Horseman by Patterson, James, Dark Assassin by Perry, Anne, The Tenth Circle by Picoult, Jodi, Blood Hunt by Rankin, Ian, Kildar by Ringo, John, Dirty Blonde by Scottoline, Lisa, One Part Angel by Shaffner, George, The Secret Supper by Sierra, Javier, The House by Steel, Danielle, Edge of Pleasure by Stockley, Philippa, Abide With Me by Strout, Elizabeth, Melissa's Great Book of Produce by Thomas, Cathy, Learning Curves by Townley, Gemma, Second Honeymoon by Trollope, Joanna, Dark Light by White, Randy Wayne, Kill Me by White, Stephen, The Doctor's Daughter by Wolitzer, Hilma.

New Books on CD
The Cat Who Dropped a Bombshell by Lilian Jackson Braun, The Constant Princess by Phillipa Gregory, The Cell by Stephen King, The Odyssey by Homer.

New DVDs

Wedding Crashers, Flightplan , Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress, The Great Raid, The Brothers Grimm, The Dukes of Hazzard, The Island,

Feb 7: ESL Conversation Group, Come and practice basic English in an informal setting. 10:15am. Barney Library.
Feb 7: NATURAL APPROACHES TO MENOPAUSE & OSTEOPOROSIS: A GRACEFUL CHANGE , Hormone replacement isn't safe. Fosamax and other drugs have too many side-effects. What are the effective natural approaches to hot flashes and building bone density that you can start now? Let Dr. Goodman bring you up-to-date on the latest research and what works. Call 673-6791 to register. 7pm.
Feb 8: Internet Class, Barney Library. Register at 677-6866. 2pm.
Feb 8: Camp showcase, Representatives from area camps display flyers, pictures and artwork from their camps. Campfire songs will be sung! Parents will have the opportunity to learn about the services offered. Parents do not have to register. Door prizes! *Snow date: Thursday, Feb. 9. 6:30-8:30pm.
Feb 12: Rebecca Hall & Ken Anderson, Conjuring the ancient, often haunting, ballads of the British Isles and their Appalachian counterparts, Rebecca Hall's compositions seems to transcend modern songcraft. Combined with husband Ken Anderson's old-school arrangements and '60s-era harmonies, the result is a new, yet curiously familiar, style they call "retro folk." Rebecca plays guitar and Ken plays bass and harmonica. 2pm.
Feb 13: Rug Hooking Workshop, Registration required. 6:30pm.
Feb 13: FAMILY STORYTIME, Join in the fun on Monday evenings! Enjoy listening to stories, singing songs and watching a movie. Ages 2-1/2+ with a parent/caregiver. Participation and pajamas a must! Drop in program. 6:30pm.
Feb 14: ESL Conversation Group, Come and practice basic English in an informal setting. 10:15am. Barney Library.
Feb 15: Internet Class, Barney Library. Register at 677-6866. 11am.
Feb 16: This Old Hat, Barney Library. Musical performance by actress and singer Patty Carver. Ms. Carver portrays several famous American women including Betsy Ross and Amelia Earhart. Register at 677-6866. 1:15pm.
Feb 16: Internet Class, Barney Library. Register at 677-6866. 2pm.
Feb 21: Remebering Hypatia, . Remembering Hypatia novelist, Brian Trent, will explore the background surrounding the library of Alexandria and it last guardian of this largely forgotten edifice. His novel was praised by NPR's Faith Middleton. The novel may be purchased and signed at the conclusion of the lecture. Registration is requested. The presentation will be on Tuesday, February 21 at 7 p.m. More info. 7pm.
Feb 26: Paul Bisaccia, Paul Bisaccia has performed around the country and around the world to critical acclaim. His PBS television specials have been broadcast throughout the country and seen by millions. He includes a little history, more humor and many anecdotes that make the men who made the music come alive for an evening. 2pm.

Book Groups
Senior Center Book Group (Meets at the Farmington Senior Center) will discuss Inside the Kingdom by Carmen Ben Laden on february 16 at 7pm.
Book Circle will discuss Namesake by Jhumpa Lahiri on February 8 at 9:30am.
Farmington Woods Book Group will discuss Emilies's Voice by Susanne Emily Dunlap on February 14 at 10:30am .
Monday Evening Book Group will discuss The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson on February 13 at 7pm.
Mystery Book Group will discuss Wolf to the Slaughter by Ruth Rendell on February 9 at 7:30pm.

March Book Group Selections

Can't find your bookgroup books?
If your book group would like to meet at the library or if you are a Farmington/Unionville book club and need us to get your book call Debbie at 673-6791.

Feb 7: Mother Daughter Book Discussion - Grades 7-9 : We will discuss Shakespeare Bats Cleanup by Ron Koertge. Please call 673-6791 to register. 7pm.
Mar 6: Irving A. Robbins Middle School Chamber Singers will appear at the Farmington Library Free and open to the public; no registration required. 3pm.

Cool Teen Books

Ball don't lie by Matt de la Peña.

Twilight by Stephenie Meyer.

Black and White by David Macaulay.

Amazing Grace by Megan Schull.

Feb 8: ESL Storytime, Parents and children (3-6) learning English are welcome to come to build their English skills. 10:45am.
Feb 8: Chess Club, Ages 7+, 4-5pm.
Feb 8: Camp showcase, Representatives from area camps display flyers, pictures and artwork from their camps. Campfire songs will be sung! Parents will have the opportunity to learn about the services offered. Parents do not have to register. Door prizes! *Snow date: Thursday, Feb. 9. 6:30-8:30pm.
Feb 9: Pre-school Story Hour, Stories, music, games, crafts, and films are offered for ages 3-5. 9:30am. Barney Library.
Feb 9: "All Together Now", Ages 3-5, Drop-In storytime for ages 3-5 with music films and occasional craft. 9:30am.
Feb 9: Miss Spider's Tea Party, Come meet Miss Spider, make a spider craft and enjoy a spider treat along with your tea. Ages 3+, 4pm. Registration required.
Feb 9: Father/Son Reading Groups Pizza & Pages, Grades 3-4 Pizza Supper from 6:00-6:30, Book discussion from 6:30– 7:15.The book discussed each session is yours to keep after the program. This program is part of Guys Read! Connecting Boys & Books & Sponsored by the Hartford Foundation.
Feb 10: Film Classics from Books, Come and see a good film of your favorite books. Ages 5+, drop in program. 4-5pm.
Feb 10: Lego Club, Bring your Lego blocks, create a project and exchange ideas with other builders. Ages 7+, 4-5pm.
Feb 10: Tots & Tunes, Music, movement and socialization. No registration required.9:30 or 10:30am.
Feb 11: ABC Bingo, (No Registration Required) Join the fun with alphabet stories, games, songs and bingo! Everyone goes home with a paperback beginning reader. Ages: 3 & up with an adult, 10:30am.
Feb 12: Puppet Show, With Richard Matt, all ages welcome. 2pm.
Feb 13: Alouette, Introduces French Language with stories, songs, and crafts. Ages 4+, 2pm.
Feb 13: Music in Motion for 3 1/2-5, If your child enjoys music, come sing, dance and hear stories, 1:30pm.
Feb 13: Super Science and Mad Math, Stories, experiments & captivating activities highlighting math & science. Once a month an engineer will be a guest reader at the program. Ages7+. Registration required. 4pm.
Feb 13: Family Storytime, Enjoy listening to stories, singing songs, and watching a movie. ages 2 1/2+ with a caregiver/parent. Participation in pajamas a must! No registration required. 6:30-7:15pm.
Feb 14: Tot Time, Parents and children ages 0-3 will share music, movement, books and toys. Barney Library. 9:30am.
Feb 15: ESL Storytime, Parents and children (3-6) learning English are welcome to come to build their English skills. 10:45am.
Feb 15: "All Together Now", Ages 3-5, Drop-In Storytime for ages 3-5 with music films and occasional craft. 9:30am.
Feb 16: Pre-school Story Hour, Stories, music, games, crafts, and films are offered for ages 3-5. 9:30am. Barney Library.
Feb 16: Grades 3 (& up) Read Everything Book Bash, Share your favorite reads - books, Nutmegs , magazines, comics, E-zines. Read a paragraph or two to the group and get ideas of what you’d like to read next. 5:30pm.
Feb 16: Father/Son Reading Groups Pizza & Pages, Grades 5-6 Pizza Supper from 6:00-6:30, Book discussion from 6:30– 7:15.The book discussed each session is yours to keep after the program. This program is part of Guys Read! Connecting Boys & Books & Sponsored by the Hartford Foundation.
Feb 17: Tots & Tunes, Music, movement and socialization. No registration required.9:30 or 10:30am.
Feb 17: Film Classics from Books, Come and see a good film of your favorite books. Ages 5+, drop in program. 4-5pm.
Feb 18: Mother Goose Games, Miss Muffet's Tuffet Toss, Jack & Jill's Water Relay and other games! Ages 3 & up with parent. Registration required. 10:30am.
Feb 21: Kids in the Kitchen, Food stories pave the way for the making of an edible craft. Ages 3+. 10:30am. Registration required, Barney Library.
Feb 21: Beach Party, Bring your towel, sunglasses and shorts. Soak up some stories and enjoy a “sandy” snack, Ages 4+, No registration required, 10:30am.
Feb 21: Newbery Bingo, Play BINGO with the titles o the Newbery award winning books, Ages 7+, 2pm.
Feb 21: Storytime Fun, Favorite Books and with films and a craft. Ages 4-6. Laura Joffe Numeroff (If you Give a Mouse a Cookie & other titles). 6:30-7:15pm.
Feb 22: Curious Creatures, Professional exhibitor and licensed animal handler, Ron DeLucia will introduce live amphibians, reptiles, mammals and bugs. These may include: a turtle, lizard, snake, chinchilla, guinea pig, hedgehog, ferret, alligator, tarantula and hissing cockroach. Ages 5+. 10:30am. Registration required, Barney Library.
Feb 22: Preschool Sing & Dance-A-Long, Janet Brown visits again with her autoharp and clarinet. The program will conclude with patriotic music & a parade through the library honoring Washington’s birthday. All ages, No registration required, 10:30am.
Feb 22: Jan Brett Amazing Winter Adventure, Games, crafts and snack from Jan Brett’s books, Ages 5+, 10:30am.
Feb 22: Walter Wick’s I Spy Books, Come to the search party and “ Take a closer look”, picture puzzles to search and solve, Ages 5+, 2pm.
Feb 22: Chess Club, Ages 7+, 4-5pm.
Feb 22: New ! Guys Read !, Reading Group for boys in Grades 4—6. Brave Apprentice by PW Catanese, 6:45pm.
Feb 23: The Barney Beach Party!, Wear your summer clothes, bring a beach towel and chill out with beach stories, music, games, films, sand art and lemonade! Ages 3+. 10:30am. Registration required, Barney Library.
Feb 23: Playtivity Drum Circle With Storytelling, Share instruments, stories & dance from different cultures, Ages 5+, 2pm.
Feb 23: Fireside Stories, Listen to winter stories in front of our cozy fireplace. Wear your slippers! Cocoa & cookies follow in the Children’s Room, Ages 3+, Registration required, 7pm.
Feb 23: Parent/ Child Reading Group Grades K & 1, Two Bad Ants by Chris VanAllsburg, 6:30pm.
Feb 24: Tots & Tunes, Music, movement and socialization. No registration required.9:30 or 10:30am.
Feb 24: Abby Hayes Party, Games, crafts, food & fun at the Hayes craze. Wear Abby’s favorite color purple, Ages 7+, 1pm.
Feb 27: Alouette, Introduces French Language with stories, songs, and crafts. Ages 4+, 2pm.
Feb 27: Music in Motion for 3 1/2-5, If your child enjoys music, come sing, dance and hear stories, 1:30pm.
Feb 27: Super Science and Mad Math, Stories, experiments & captivating activities highlighting math & science. Once a month an engineer will be a guest reader at the program. Ages7+. Registration required. 4pm.
Feb 27: Family Storytime, Enjoy listening to stories, singing songs, and watching a movie. ages 2 1/2+ with a caregiver/parent. Participation in pajamas a must! No registration required. 6:30-7:15pm.
Feb 28: Alouette, Introduces French Language with stories, songs, and crafts. Ages 4+, 2pm.

2006 Caldecott winner and honors

The Hello, Goodbye Window by Chris Raschka and Norton Juster.

Rosa by Bryan Collier and Nikki Giovanni.

Zen Shorts by Jon J. Muth.

Hot Air by Marjorie Priceman.

Newbery Award and Honors

Criss Cross by Lynne Rae Perkins.

Whittington by Alan Armstrong.

Hitler Youth by Susan Campbell Bartoletti.

Princess Academy by Shannon Hale.

Show Way by Jacqueline Woodson.

Winter/Spring Preschool Programs
Winter/Spring School Age Programs
Barney Feb. Vacation Events

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