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Local artist Libby Meehan returns for a deeper look at using a sewing machine — for both artistic and practical purposes. We’ll learn the basics and then put them to use, turning worn clothes and other fabric into a useful and unique tote bag! Bring in your own materials to upcycle, or choose from what Libby has to offer.

This program serves as a primer for our Clothing Alteration and Cosplay workshop, scheduled for September 23rd, which will introduce more advanced topics. While it is not required, please consider attending both workshops in order to get the most out of each.

This program is geared toward teens in grades 7-12, and registration is strongly encouraged.

“Artists in Action” is brought to you with federal funds provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

Facilitators Jess and Albie will present on addressing the Overdose Crisis with Harm Reduction, and lead a conversation/Q&A.

• What is harm reduction?

• Does harm reduction include abstinence and 12 step? (It does, but most media mistakenly have portrayed abstinence and harm reduction as opposites).

• How can harm reduction help people who don’t want or have not been able to achieve abstinence?

• How does harm reduction offer families an alternative to tough love?

• How does harm reduction save lives of people who use drugs?

Jess Tilley and Albie Park are best practice harm reduction trainers and consultants and co-founders of HRH413, located in Western MA. Together they have well over 40 years in harm reduction as activists and treatment providers. HRH413 is dedicated to elevating the quality of harm reduction services in Western MA in particular and their knowledge and skill are recognized nationally.

Are you or someone you know a green-thumbed teen? Well we’ve got just the program for you — the fine floral artistry of Easthampton’s own Botaniste is coming to the Library!

We’ll have all the supplies and know-how you need to make your very own mini-succulent garden. Join us to try your hand at this practical plant project, and watch your inner artist bloom!

“Artists in Action” is brought to you with federal funds provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

Sunny is a Bright Spot Therapy Dog who likes to hear stories and look at the pictures. She is a very friendly Labrador Retriever. We will have sign ups for 10 minute slots with our reading buddy.

Are you as fascinated by Virtual Reality as we are? Want to learn more about this budding technology? Help us welcome back Arthur and Peter Evans of Makerspace Workshops, who will share their two-player VR system with us. PLUS we’ll reveal exciting plans that the Library has to make VR more accessible to YOU!

This program is geared toward teens is grades 7-12, and registration is strongly encouraged.

“Teen Tech Takeovers” are brought to you with federal funds provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

Ever wish you could make your clothes fit a little better? Or maybe you found an almost-perfect piece that needs a touch of your own personal style? Or is it a costume that you need, and you wish you could mash-up other clothes to make it just right?

If any of these sound like you, let Libby help. Our local artist and sewing extraordinaire returns once more for a more advanced look at using a modern-day sewing machine, and we’ll get some hands-on practice putting one to use. You can bring your own clothes and materials to play with, or you may use what we have available to explore the same skills.

This program builds upon the skills learned in our Upcycled Tote Bags & Sewing Basics workshop, scheduled for September 16th. While it is not required, please consider attending both workshops in order to get the most out of each.

This program is geared toward teens in grades 7-12, and registration is strongly encouraged.

“Artists in Action” is brought to you with federal funds provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

The Book Bike will be at the Inn at Lathrop! Librarians will be stationed in the lobby with materials for checkout, to answer library questions, and to register you for a CWMARS library card if you don’t already have one. Stop by and say hi!

Tuesday, September 24th is National Voter Registration Day! We’re CELEBRATING by offering drop-in hours to help folks register!! From 1-3pm, Assistant City Clerk Mary Ann Giza will be stationed in the front alcove & from 5-7pm Stephanie will be available.

Tuesday, September 24th is National Voter Registration Day! We’re CELEBRATING by offering drop-in hours to help folks register!! From 1-3pm, Assistant City Clerk Mary Ann Giza will be stationed in the front alcove & from 5-7pm Stephanie will be available.

This new series, geared toward teens but open to all, will tackle important issues facing our local community and beyond.

Did you know that, at the Easthampton Community Center alone, over 1400 families facing food insecurity are served each month, with over 8000 pounds of food distributed every week? So often the struggles these families face remain invisible to most, and it’s critical that we shed light on this issue.

Join us in welcoming a panel of food-access-experts to the Library, who will share their perspectives on this important topic. Please consider bringing your own questions, comments, or stories to share as well.

“Critical” is brought to you with federal funds provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.