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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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May highlights include a leader dog program for kids, a stuffed animal sleepover, an interactive movie night for teens, and adult learning about gardening, heart health, and more! Check out our full calendar in our May newsletter: bit.ly/3voM3S4
We've been at our McKean St. location since 1919. Check out how our neighborhood (and library size!) changed over the years by comparing Sanborn Insurance Maps to a current map #ArchivesOnMyStreet #ArchivesHashtagParty
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Happy #NationalLibraryWeek! Be sure to connect with your library this week, and visit I Love Libraries for tools to celebrate and spread some library love. 💖 Thank you to #TheOfficialSuperstar #MollyShannon for serving as 2022 Honorary Chair. ilovelibraries.org/national-…
National Library Week, April 3-9, 2022. Connect with your library. "Libraries are places where communities connect - to things like broadband, computers, programs and classes, books, movies, video games, and more. But most importantly, libraries connect us to each other." Molly Shannon, National Library Week Honorary Chair.

ALT National Library Week, April 3-9, 2022. Connect with your library. "Libraries are places where communities connect - to things like broadband, computers, programs and classes, books, movies, video games, and more. But most importantly, libraries connect us to each other." Molly Shannon, National Library Week Honorary Chair.

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Read about the national trends and issues impacting libraries and find out which books made the Top Ten Most Challenged Books list in the State of America's Libraries Special Report: Pandemic Year Two. bit.ly/soal-2022 #BannedBooksList #NationalLibraryWeek
State of America's Libraries Special Report: Pandemic Year Two. Illustration of Capitol building, stack of banned books, and electric cord plugging in with sparks.

ALT State of America's Libraries Special Report: Pandemic Year Two. Illustration of Capitol building, stack of banned books, and electric cord plugging in with sparks.

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The 1950 census is finally here! Explore the library's virtual census room at bit.ly/3NFAJbC to learn more and find some fun 1950 surprises.
April is nearly here! There's lots for all ages and interests, including book clubs, craft grab and go kits, a tween escape room, the release of the 1950 census, tabletop game day, and the spring storytime season. Full details: bit.ly/3Nwmbef
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PBS Books@pbsbooks21 Mar 2022
We're excited to present a conversation with poet Tracy K. Smith on March 23 at 8pm ET | 5pm PT alongside @PoetryInAmerica Executive Producer and Creator Elisa New. Our discussion will center around Robert Frost’s “Mending Wall” in honor of his birthday.

Trailblazer: Poetry, Celebrating Robert Frost’s Birthday

We will present a conversation with poet Tracy K. Smith alongside Poetry In America Executive Producer and Creator Elisa New.

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Ms. Tiffany talks about how our Children's Dept mural holds things hiding in plain sight in this new @WQEDEDU teachable moment!
WQED@wqed21 Mar 2022
A new @WQEDEDU #TeachableMoment from @ButlerLibraryPA brings the joy of a scavenger hunt to your home! Get creative & you might be amazed at what you find hiding in plain sight! youtube.com/watch?v=h4MtWJ-Q… 🤓 #YourLearningNeighborhood
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Our busy March schedule includes an author visit, book club meetings, crafts, a YA cake pop challenge, and kids STEM learning. See all the details in our newsletter: bit.ly/3t1tWzr
Book clubs, a BOGO Friends sale, Mystery Dates, and more. Check out our February newsletter: bit.ly/3ATv8bs
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