Library News

Last Updated on Sunday, 01 June 2014 01:58

The Board of Trustees of the Bentleyville Public Library will meet at the library Thursday, June 5 at 7 p.m. Library issues will be discussed and the public is invited to attend. The library is located at 931 Main St., Bentleyville.

Friends of the Bentleyville Public Library will meet at the library Monday, June 30 at 6:30 p.m. The Friends are an active fundraising committee and are seeking new members.

The Friends of the Bentleyville Public Library are taking donations of costume jewelry, scarves and gently used handbags for their November sale. Items may be dropped off at the library.

The Bentleyville Public Library is selling chances on a $3,500 raffle ticket called "Independence Day Dollars." The ticket plays on the first official evening drawing of the PA daily number on July 4, 2014. The donation is $5; please support your library. Contact the library for more information.

Listed is a schedule of upcoming events:

TOPS Weight Loss Program - Join TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Chapter 1681 at the Bentleyville Public Library each Tuesday at 5 p.m. The group offers support and help in your weight loss effort. The first meeting is free and the yearly membership is $28 with a $1 weekly meeting fee. TOPS® is a non-profit weight support group and advocates a basic exchange menu plan and moderate exercise for losing weight and maintaining it. For more information, contact the library at 724-239-5122.
“Popcorn and Pulitzers” Book Group - Bentleyville Public Library is offering a new book discussion group called "Popcorn and Pulitzers." The group will meet monthly to discuss past and current fiction books that have been awarded the Pulitzer Prize. The group will begin meeting in June - register now to be notified of book and dates at 724-239-5122.
June 18^th, Pennsylvania One Book Program - Bentleyville Public Library will present the Pennsylvania One Book Program Wednesday, June 18 at 5:30 p.m. For the 9th consecutive year, Pennsylvania's One Book, Every Young Child program will lead the way and highlight the importance of early literacy development in preschoolers ages 3 to 6. The title selected for this year's program is Stripes of All Types, written and illustrated by Susan Stockdale. This story explores how animals around the world benefit from their stripes. The program is interactive and will provide many opportunities for families to share books, stories, and related activities with preschoolers. The first 30 children in attendance will receive a free copy of the book. Register at the library or by calling 724-239-5122.
June 26^th, Facebook 101 - Bentleyville Public Library will register a limited number of people interested in learning about Facebook, June 26 at 2 p.m. Facebook 101 will include how to set up an account, privacy settings, and how to upload pictures. You will need an email account to set up a profile. Stay in touch with family and friends through this social media site. Contact the library to register at 724-239-5122.
July 20^th, 2nd Annual "Good Citizen Award" Luncheon - The Friends of the Bentleyville Public Library will hold the 2nd Annual "Good Citizen Award" Luncheon at Nemacolin Country Club in Beallsville, PA on July 20. The luncheon will begin at 1 p.m. and the cost will be $25 per person. The recipients of this year's award are Mr. and Mrs. Barrett Greenlee. Luncheon choices will be available upon purchasing your ticket from the library or from any friend of the library. Contact the library at 724-239-5122 for more information.