Brown Library Closed for Thanksgiving

Happy Thanksgiving!

In observance of Thanksgiving, Brown Library will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 25th - 26th, 2010. We will reopen on Saturday, November 27th, 2010, at 10 a.m. and resume normal operating hours.

Harry Potter Month - Deathly Hallows Premiere Party!

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1 Premiere Party, Friday, November 19th, @ 5:00 p.m.!

We are very sad to announce that "Harry Potter Month" is finally drawing to a close. We'd like to thank the participants that have entered the contests so far, and our "regulars" at all the movies we've shown. But there is still one more fun event to participate in before it's all over!

Join us on Friday, November 19th, at 5:00 p.m. for our special "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1" Premiere Party! There will be fun "wizarding world" snacks, trivia, and prizes for all! We will also be announcing the contest winners for the competitions we've been running all month.

We have a limited amount of seating, so make sure to sign up at the front desk as soon as possible!

Story Times Returning!

Family Story Times Return to Brown Library!

Tuesdays

Wee Ones (birth to 2 years old)

11:15 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Toddler Time (3 - 5 years old)

11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

The fun begins on November 30th!

Harry Potter Month Movie 06

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, Friday, November 12th, @ 4:00 p.m.!

Join us on Friday, November 12th, at 4:00 p.m. for the last movie of our "Harry Potter Month", "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince"! Also, be sure to sign up while you're here for the "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1" premiere party on November 19th, 2010, at 5:00 p.m.

"In the sixth year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft, and in both wizard and muggle worlds Lord Voldemort and his henchmen are increasingly active. With vacancies to fill at Hogwarts, Professor Dumbledore persuades Horace Slughorn, back from retirement to become the potions teacher, while Professor Snape receives long awaited news. Harry Potter, together with Dumbledore, must face treacherous tasks to defeat his evil nemesis." (IMDb Editors @ imdb.com)

There is no sign-up to attend this movie, but we do encourage you to show up at least fifteen minutes early to guarantee yourself a seat, since we have limited seating. However, we know the time cuts it close for some of our younger patrons coming out of school, so stragglers are always welcome. This film is rated PG for scary images, some violence, language and mild sensuality.

(image from google image; movie summary from imdb.com)

Closed Thursday, November 11th, 2010

Closed, Thursday, November 11th, 2010

In observance of Veterans Day, Brown Library will be closed on Thursday, November 11th, 2010, all day. We will reopen on Friday, November 12th, 2010, at 10 a.m. and resume normal operating hours.

Take a moment out of your day to give thanks to the thousands of brave soldiers who kept us safe years ago, and who continue to do so now.

PSJ Art @ Brown Library

PSJ Art @ Brown Library

P.S. Jones Middle School has an art exhibit on display in the Children's Area of the Brown Library. This is a multimedia exhibit featuring everything from traditional pen and ink drawings and pencil on paper portraits, to an oversized Hershey's candy bar, and a colorfully decorated cardboard cake.

To view the gallery of artwork online, please visit the link below!

http://photo-gallery.beaufort.schoolfusion.us/

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Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Friday, November 5th, @ 4:00 p.m.!

With our new hours in place, we're starting the movies a little later in the afternoon. Hopefully, more of you will be able to join us in the last stretch of Harry's fantastic journey. Join us on Friday, November 5th, at 4:00 p.m. for "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix".

"After a lonely summer on Privet Drive, Harry returns to a Hogwarts full of ill-fortune. Few of students and parents believe him or Dumbledore that Voldemort is really back. The ministry had decided to step in by appointing a new Defence Against the Dark Arts teacher that proves to be the nastiest person Harry has ever encountered. Harry also can't help stealing glances with the beautiful Cho Chang. To top it off are dreams that Harry can't explain, and a mystery behind something Voldemort is searching for. With these many things Harry begins one of his toughest years at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. " (HPfan @ imdb.com)

There is no sign-up to attend this movie, but we do encourage you to show up at least fifteen minutes early to guarantee yourself a seat, since we have limited seating. However, we know the time cuts it close for some of our younger patrons coming out of school, so stragglers are always welcome. This film is rated PG-13 for sequences of fantasy violence and frightening images.

(image from google image; movie summary from imdb.com)

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Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Friday, October 29th, @ 3:15 p.m.!

Return with us to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardy, where everything is about to change. Join us on Friday, October 29th, 2010, at 3:15 p.m. to continue on Harry's journey.

"Harry's fourth year at Hogwarts is about to start and he is enjoying the summer vacation with his friends. They get the tickets to The Quidditch World Cup Final but after the match is over, people dressed like Lord Voldemort's 'Death Eaters' set a fire to all the visitors' tents, coupled with the appearance of Voldemort's symbol, the 'Dark Mark' in the sky, which causes a frenzy across the magical community. That same year, Hogwarts is hosting 'The Triwizard Tournament', a magical tournament between three well-known schools of magic : Hogwarts, Beauxbatons and Durmstrang. The contestants have to be above the age of 17, and are chosen by a magical object called Goblet of Fire. On the night of selection, however, the Goblet spews out four names instead of the usual three, with Harry unwittingly being selected as the Fourth Champion. Since the magic cannot be reversed, Harry is forced to go with it and brave three exceedingly difficult tasks." (Soumitra @ imdb.com)

There is no sign-up to attend this movie, but we do encourage you to show up at least fifteen minutes early to guarantee yourself a seat, since we have limited seating. However, we know the time cuts it close for some of our younger patrons coming out of school, so stragglers are always welcome. This film is rated PG-13 for sequences of fantasy violence and frightening images.

(image from google image; movie summary from imdb.com)

New Hours, Effective 11/01/10

New Hours

Effective Monday, November 1st, 2010

Brown Library operating hours will be as follows:

Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Tuesday, Thursday: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Sunday: 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Harry Potter Month Contests

Harry Potter Month Contests!

It's officially one month until the release of "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1", and we're rolling out the contests! Be sure to pick up a detailed sheet from the front desk if you're interested in participating. You will have until closing on November 18th to turn in any contest entries.

Coloring Contest

This contest is divided into three age groups. Pick up a sheet from the front desk based on your age group. All you have to do is color it to the best of your ability, print your name, phone number, and age on the back of the picture, and return it to the front desk by November 18th. The age categories are 0 - 7 year-olds; 8 - 13 year-olds; and 14+ year-olds (Yes, you adult Harry Potter fans out there can participate too!). Winners from all categories will be announced at the Harry Potter premiere party on November 19th.

Costume Contest

Anytime before November 18th, come in to the library dressed as your favorite Harry Potter hero, villain, creature, or student. We will take your picture of you in your costume, and nnounce the winner(s) on November 19th. Be sure to leave your name, phone number, and age with whoever takes your picture.

Poster Contest

Design a poster all about Harry Potter. It can be big or small, bright or gloomy. It can be about everything "Potter", or just about your favorite character. Please bring all posters in to the library before November 18th, and include your name, phone number, and age on the back. Winners will be announced on November 19th, and the posters will all be displayed in the library.

Writing Contest

Ever feel that the epilogue in "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" just wasn't quite right? Well, here's your chance to show how you think the series should have ended. Rewrite the epilogue in your own words and submit it to the library before November 18th. Please include your name, phone number, and age. Entries may be submitted in handwritten or typed form at the front desk. If you don't have access to a printer, and prefer not to cramp your hand writing, please send your entry to brownlibrarync@gmail.com in copy&paste format only, not as an attachment! (Attachments will not be opened.) Also, make sure your word count is 1500 words or below only.