Renew your love of adventure at the Library! Join us on Mondays this summer for a 5-session D&D series running from July 1 through August 5 (no game 7/8). Can you help refresh a fledgling frontier-town by uncovering a much needed resource? Tread carefully — the vast sands of the Badlands might not be as barren as they seem! Recommended for ages 13-16. Space is limited, and registration is required, stop by the library, give us a call at 413-527-1031, or send us an email at youthdept@ewmlibrary.org.
Come join us for the unforgettable debut novel release of local author, Louangie Bou-Montes! Louangie will be talking about her spooky, swoony YA Contemporary Fantasy, TILL THE LAST BEAT OF MY HEART in conversation with Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé, New York Times Bestselling author of ACE OF SPADES and WHERE SLEEPING GIRLS LIE. The evening will include crafts, cake, and time to chat with the authors. High Five Books will be there selling books from both authors! Recommended for youth and adults ages 12 and up. Registration encouraged, email youthdept@ewmlibrary.org or call 413-527-1031.
It’s like a book club…but with MOVIES!
Presenting, our newest discussion club! Every other month we’ll be meeting to discuss and delight in a masterpiece of cinema.
September’s selection is: The Wicker Man (1973, dir. Robin Hardy)
After receiving an anonymous tip, Sergeant Howie travels to a remote Scottish Island in search of a missing girl. Despite residents insisting that she never even existed, Howie doesn’t back down and soon finds himself lost in a unfamiliar world.
An enduring folk-horror masterpiece, the 1973 Wicker Man is often considered among the greatest works of English cinema. Come for the legendary Christopher Lee, and stay for the hypnotic, terrific thrills.
There will be DVD copies at the library, plus the movie is available on the streaming service Kanopy with your library card. No matter how you watch, come prepared to discuss at our meeting!
The youth department is in it’s Snail Mail Era! Come join us for a mail art afternoon making and decorating envelopes and letters. All supplies and a limited amount of postage will be provided to mail the art you create!
Come be a part of our teen advisory group! Come help plan our Spooky Afternoon at the Library party and share ideas about what programs the library could have and what we could buy for our collection. Snacks provided, Ages 12+
Join teacher Sarah Levine for an hour of prompts and support to build your creative writing skills. Bring a writing implement and a notebook or some paper. Ages 13+. Registration required: https://tinyurl.com/2c4fc3wy
Join Emily for this three week gift-making series. Each week, we will provide inspiration and materials for a different craft project suitable for gifting. We will have wrapping materials and gift tags so that everyone can leave with a gift ready to be given! Program is designed for youth and teens ages 7+. Registration is required; register for one, two, or all three sessions in person at the library or by emailing youthdept@ewmlibrary.org or calling 413-527-1031. We hope to see you there!
Join Emily for this three week gift-making series. Each week, we will provide inspiration and materials for a different craft project suitable for gifting. We will have wrapping materials and gift tags so that everyone can leave with a gift ready to be given! Program is designed for youth and teens ages 7+. Registration is required; register for one, two, or all three sessions in person at the library or by emailing youthdept@ewmlibrary.org or calling 413-527-1031. We hope to see you there!
Join Emily for this three week gift-making series. Each week, we will provide inspiration and materials for a different craft project suitable for gifting. We will have wrapping materials and gift tags so that everyone can leave with a gift ready to be given! Program is designed for youth and teens ages 7+. Registration is required; register for one, two, or all three sessions in person at the library or by emailing youthdept@ewmlibrary.org or calling 413-527-1031. We hope to see you there!
Movie Club meets every other month on the fourth Tuesday, from 6:30-8 PM. Drop-in. All are welcome to join. DVD copies of the film and supplemental materials will be available at the library, plus we will generally select films that stream on a free service. No matter how you watch, come prepared to discuss at our meeting!
The November film is Hugo (2011, directed by Martin Scorsese).