Adults and teens create their own “Let it Snow” snowman hanging plaques at the New Berlin Library. Templates and transfer paper with the design were available or participants could draw their own design. Wooden plaques, paints, brushes, ribbon, and other decorations were provided for the class. (Submitted photo)

NEW BERLIN - An adult art class took place on Monday, February 2 at 5 p.m. Adults and teens were invited to create their own “Let it Snow” snowman hanging plaques. Templates and transfer paper with the design were available or participants could draw their own design. Wooden plaques, paints, brushes, ribbon, and other decorations were provided for the class. There were hands on step-by-step painting instructions. The class was free, but registration was required.

“Unfortunately, we had a few participants cancel due to illness. But we had a great time with those who could attend.” Said library director Michelle Priola. “We have set up a make-up session for Monday, February 9 at 5 pm for those who missed the session or anyone who wants to join.”

A family art class will take place on Wednesday, February 25 at 5 p.m. Member of the whole family are invited to construct and paint gnome paintbrush ornaments. Participants will paint a gnomes’ hat on the handle of the paint brush and the beard on the ferrule and bristles of the paintbrush. Wooden hearts, felt, ribbon, snowflakes, jewels and flowers will be available to decorate the gnomes’ hats. Please check out the New Berlin Library Facebook page and website to more information. There will be step by step hands on instructions and help. Children five and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

This class is free, but registration is required to secure a spot. To register for the gnome paintbrush ornament class or any future classes please reach out to the New Berlin Library at 607-847-8564, stop into the library, or reach out through the library’s Facebook page.

“We are trying something new with some of our art classes.” stated a library staff member. “Instead of strictly children’s art classes we have been trying family art classes. This allows the whole family to participate in the program and stretch their artistic muscles. It is so important for children and parents to create art together. The New Berlin Library are happy to offer opportunities for these family activities.”

Some great new additions to the library include: The First Time I saw Him by Laura Dave, To the Moon and Back by Eliana Ramage, My Husband’s Wife by Alice Feeney, Jigsaw (An Alex Delaware Novel) by Jonathan Kellerman, Stolen in Death (In Death Novel) by J. D. Robb, Woman Down by Colleen Hoover, Tough Guy (Game Changer 3) by Rachel Reid Common Goal (Game Changer 4) by Rachel Reid, Role Model (Game Changer 5) by Rachel Reid, Love from the Crayons by Drew Daywalt, Love is by Diane Adams, and Love Grows Everywhere by Barry Timms.

The New Berlin Library is located at 15 South Main Street, New Berlin.   The Library is open Monday and Wednesday 10AM-8PM; Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 10AM-5PM; and Saturdays 10AM-noon. The web address is http://libraries.4cls.org/newberlin/. Please contact us at 607.847.8564 or like and message our Facebook page New Berlin Library and Museum (https://www.facebook.com/newberlinlibrary.newberlinny) with any questions.

- From the New Berlin Library