Jan
31
Wed
Tech Help with Elli
Jan 31 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Tech Help with Elli

Request an appointment at tinyurl.com/epl-tech-help

We offer 30 minute sessions Wednesdays from 1:30 – 3:30 pm Read more about it at ewmlibrary.org/tech-help/.

Junior Librarian January!
Jan 31 @ 3:45 pm – 4:45 pm

Do you love the library and want to dive in even more? During this three week series, we will have all sorts of creative library fun including designing new labels for the non-fiction section, making book reviews to be displayed in the library, and curating our own book displays! Registration is required (stop by in person, email us at youthdept@ewmlibrary.org, or call us at 413-527-1031. Feel free to come to one, two, or all three of the sessions. Ages 8-12

Sierra Vista Commons Project Status Update
Jan 31 @ 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm

The Sierra Vista Commons Project (the “Project”) proposes to redevelop the property at 93-97 Northampton Street into a mixed-use residential and commercial center. The regulatory reviews of the Project have been ongoing for approximately 15 months at the local and state levels. A Project representative will be available to answer questions on the regulatory review status, current design, and how you can provide comments on the Project. No formal presentation is planned, so please stop by with questions at your convenience.

If you have additional questions about this project or this Q&A session, please contact project representative Adrienne Dunk at Adrienne.Dunk@gza.com

Feb
2
Fri
Reading with Molly!
Feb 2 @ 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Reading with Molly!

Molly is a Bright Spot Therapy Dog who likes to hear stories and look at the pictures. We will have sign ups for 10 minute slots with her as a reading buddy. Sign up for a timeslot here in person or by calling us at 413-527-1031 or emailing us at youthdept@ewmlibrary.org.

Feb
5
Mon
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Feb 5 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am

Come join us for books and playtime! We will gather for songs and stories designed for ages 1-3, but babies, preschoolers, and siblings are all welcome as well. At 11am a craft project will be offered.

Office Hours with Liz Plouffe, Easthampton Community Social Worker
Feb 5 @ 10:30 am – 12:30 pm

Photo of Liz Plouffe, Easthampton Community Social Worker.Easthampton Community Social Worker Liz Plouffe joins us for ‘office hours’ in the alcove. Bring your questions about City services, mental health resources, elder care support, or other needs! Questions? Reach out to Liz at: eplouffe@easthamptonma.gov or 413-529-1400 ext. 106

Knitting & Crocheting Group
Feb 5 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Fingers flying, knots tying! Do you love to knit or crochet and enjoy good company? Drop in to our informal knitting/crocheting group, which offers an opportunity for adults to get together, bring a project to work on, and have others nearby for advice. Meeting weekly on Mondays.

Please note that this is not a knitting class, but instead an opportunity to share current knitting projects with others, to make new friends, and to learn tips and tricks at the same time.
Feb
6
Tue
Brick Builders Club!
Feb 6 @ 3:45 pm – 4:45 pm

Calling all builders! Bring your friends and let your imagination run wild. Creations will remain on display at the Library until the Club’s next meeting.

Feb
7
Wed
Get Started with Libby (for library patrons) Webinar
Feb 7 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Get Started with Libby (for library patrons) Webinar

Join Libby Experts for our one-hour Getting Started with Libby webinar! This webinar will show you everything you need to know to get started with Libby or to make the switch from the OverDrive app.

Register to attend at https://overdrive.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-PMb12r7QCqGooan3h9bUA#/registration

From downloading the app & signing in, to searching & borrowing titles, placing holds, adjusting reading settings, and more, our Libby experts are here to get you started. The session will close with a mini-quiz and live Q&A.

Want to learn Libby, but can’t attend one of our monthly sessions live? Sessions will be recorded and emailed to everyone registered 24 hours after the webinar. Please register to receive the recording.

If you don’t have the Libby app downloaded on your device already, you can download the Libby app on most iOS and Android devices. Visit the Apple App Store or Google Play store and search for Libby. Your result should be Libby, by OverDrive, and the app is FREE! You can also use Libby in your web browser by going to libbyapp.com.

Screen-Free Creativity From Your Heart
Feb 7 @ 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

It’s a half-day for Easthampton Public Schools, join us and Easthampton Public Health Nurse, Chris Southworth, for some cozy craft time making things with paper hearts! We’ll start with a short storytime and then dig into making.