The Humorous History of Jury Duty

You're invited to The Barney Library, 71 Main Street on Tuesday, May 13 at 1:15p.m., when Jammy Davies and Shari Deluca, Outreach Assistants from The CSS Jury Administration will educate and entertain you with The History of Jury Duty. This program begins with The Vikings and covers The Witch Trials continuing to present day. Entertainment and enlightenment team up as this judicial history unfolds. Call The Barney LIbrary at 677-6866 for further information.

Books really are for this bird - this red robin has made her nest somewhere on the grounds of The Barney Library - if you can find her - tell one of the library staffers behind the desk - books and nature = one terrific combo.

Village Vibrations Coming This Summer!

This summer, The Friends of The Farmington Library are sponsoring four free concerts in front of the portico of The Barney Library, 71 Main Street, Farmington. The series, known as Village Vibrations, is an opportunity to meet up with friends, enjoy great music and have a good time in summer evening's twilight, Everyone is invited to bring a blanket or lawn chair to these Tuesday evening offerings, which will run from 7-8 p.m. In case of rain, the concert moves inside.

Tara's Thistle will open The Village Vibrations series on Tuesday, May 27. Island Rhythm, the ultimate beach party, is scheduled for Tuesday, June 17. Crescendo takes the stage on Tuesday, July 15 with jazz and contemporary numbers. Triple Play concludes the series on August 12 with a musical review of tunes from 1940-2008.

For further information, pick up a flyer at The Barney Library, 71 Main Street or The Farmington Library, 1 Monteith Drive or call The Barney Library at 677-6866.

Spring, Spring, Spring

The children from this community Brownie Troop are celebrating nature by planting beautiful flowers on the library lawn. It's so pretty on the green and on Main right now- everything looks so fresh and clean. Barney even has a resident robin starting her family in the cherry tree. Don't miss mornings at Barney, grab your news, grab some good movies, and say hello to your friends and neighbors - it is a great way to start or end your day.

First Concert

Summertime is coming quickly and that means more lovely daylight and twilight. Come listen to some great music at the Barney this summer. Meet outside with your friends and neighbors on the Library portico and enjoy Tara's Thistle on Tuesday, May 27 at 7:00 p.m. The first kick-off performance is extra special featuring the performances of Bruce and Sandy Hedman. This husband and wife team combines two part harmony, guitar, harmonica, drums, Scottish bagpipes, the Irish Flute and Bodhran to sing stories about Ireland, Scotland and the sea.

Rediscover your library

Young and old patrons like the atmosphere and the ambiance of Barney Library. Quiet, friendly, and historical spaces are mixed with computer technology, story hours, and all the best newspapers. Discover the convenience, the camaraderie, and the comfort found in this community library. Enjoy libraries like you remembered and add the ability to use the technology of today. Rediscover one of your favorite places - the hometown branch.

Elephants on Parade

A collection of beautiful elephants is on display in the Barney Display Case for the months of April and May. If you have any interesting collections, the Barney is very interested in showcasing your treasures. Just call the Barney to book your exhibit.