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Our November calendar is full! Join us for storytime (including evening & weekend options!), visit the Upside Down at a YA Stranger Things party, do crafts and activities, try Tai Chi, or drop in for a free BP screening Check out our Nov. newsletter: bit.ly/3Duh5w4
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One thing archivists hate are metal fasteners - staples, straight pins, nails (yup), clips, and more all pose risks like tearing and rust. Sometimes we'll find a cool old shaped clip! (is that a cat shape?) #ArchivesDYK #ArchivesHashtagParty
Photo of microspatula, paper clip, staple, a round clip with pointed ends, and a rectangular clip with a decorative curl

ALT Photo of microspatula, paper clip, staple, a round clip with pointed ends, and a rectangular clip with a decorative curl

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No tricks, just treats in October! Join us for community storytime, grab-and-go activity kits, book clubs, an interactive YA movie viewing, and more. Full info in our newsletter bit.ly/3xYK1Jk
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Kid and teen activity kits, adult crafts, kazoo karaoke, a genealogy program on immigration, a Mario Kart tournament, a legal education series, and a two-day used book sale! Check out all the happenings in September in our newsletter bit.ly/3RgdXb9
"Hello kid how are you these fine days ans[wer] soon - Stranger" - what do you think Ethel found when told to "look under stamp"? Cupid is Busy in Butler, PA postcard, 1913, BAPL Special Collections #ArchivesHashtagParty #ArchivesPostcard
1913 Postcard, colored picture of man and woman kissing as a cupid looks on. Titled "Cupid is busy in Butler, PA."

ALT 1913 Postcard, colored picture of man and woman kissing as a cupid looks on. Titled "Cupid is busy in Butler, PA."

Postcard back, addressed to Miss Ethel Hallock, Parker[s] Landing, Penna. Inscription "Look under stamp. Hello kid How are you these find days, Ans[wer] soon, Stranger"

ALT Postcard back, addressed to Miss Ethel Hallock, Parker[s] Landing, Penna. Inscription "Look under stamp. Hello kid How are you these find days, Ans[wer] soon, Stranger"

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This 1916 postcard shows off the Alameda Park ferris wheel (and a glimpse of the roller coaster!) Folks from around Butler could ride the trolley right to the park for a day of fun and relaxation. #ArchivesAmusementPark #ArchivesHashtagParty
1916 postcard, aerial image of Alameda Park showing ferris wheel, roller coaster, and pavilion

ALT 1916 postcard, aerial image of Alameda Park showing ferris wheel, roller coaster, and pavilion

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Parkgoers ride the miniature railroad in this 1906 postcard from Butler's Alameda Park #ArchivesHashtagParty #ArchivesAmusementPark
Postcard image, showing 11 adults riding a miniature train at Alameda Park, c1906.

ALT Postcard image, showing 11 adults riding a miniature train at Alameda Park, c1906.

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Local author talks, tai chi, YA create-a-creature lab, kids mermaid encounter, and more - the summer is heating up at the library! Check out the full July calendar at bit.ly/3QXzp5l
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There's Oceans of Possibilities in June! Summer Reading Challenge kicks off with a luau, we launch a new YA Cafe, and adults can choose from a variety of wellness events! Full June event details in our newsletter: bit.ly/3PKxP67
For #ArchivesTrees we naturally thought of Elm Court, the Tudor-style B.D. Phillips mansion. Appropriately named and hidden in 9 acres of trees in the heart of Butler, it has 40 rooms and a fireplace from the home of Anne of Cleves! #ArchivesHashtagParty
Scan of hand-colored post card c1930s. Shows B.D. Phillips Residence, Elm Court, Butler, PA.

ALT Scan of hand-colored post card c1930s. Shows B.D. Phillips Residence, Elm Court, Butler, PA.

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