Sep
25
Wed
Critical: Food Insecurity in Western MA
Sep 25 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

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.

Oct
3
Thu
Special Family Story Time with Dan Carey!!
Oct 3 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am

Join us for Family Story Time with our Representative Dan Carey as our Special Guest and Reader. We will have stories, songs, and a craft (snacks too!). ages 3+

 

Oct
7
Mon
Office Hours for State Representative Dan Carey
Oct 7 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

State Representative Dan Carey will hold office hours at the Library. Drop-in and talk about the issues important to you! Learn more about Representative Carey on his MA Legislature webpage.

Oct
17
Thu
Sunny-Our Bright Spot Reading Buddy!
Oct 17 @ 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm

Sunny and her human, Gail, will be ready to listen to stories at 3:30-4:30 in the youth department. We have 10 minute spots available to register to have a turn with Sunny. Call or stop by to register!

Oct
24
Thu
Service-Dog Stories with Nicole & Hera!
Oct 24 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Join us on this 1/2 day to meet Nicole and her service dog, Hera. Nicole will present a story time about assistance dogs, Hera will exhibit the many ways in which animals can help a person live independently.

Oct
26
Sat
2nd Annual Harvest Celebration!
Oct 26 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Join us for a repeat of last year’s event! Paint a pumpkin, create a graham cracker haunted house, and more! Ages 3+

Nov
8
Fri
Office Hours for State Representative Dan Carey
Nov 8 @ 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm

State Representative Dan Carey will hold office hours at the Library. Drop-in and talk about the issues important to you! Learn more about Representative Carey on his MA Legislature webpage.

Nov
9
Sat
Intro to Robotics!
Nov 9 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

Learn about robots and how they are made and what robots do in the world today.  You’ll find out about self-driving cars and the build your own car with Digital Designer instructions and EV3 robotics kits.

You will learn to program your car to drive through the streets on a challenge mat. Then add code to use the color sensor so the car can drive itself.

7+ Pre-registration is required.

Nov
16
Sat
Winter Hibernation-Hands on Nature!
Nov 16 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am

How do your favorite animals spend the winter? Come find out, as we learn about
how animals look for shelter during the coldest months of the year. We will learn about hibernation, how
animals spend the winter, and the amazing adaptations animals have for surviving through the harshest
temperatures in New England. Bring a small stuffed animal and create a cozy little hibernation den to
take home!

Nov
20
Wed
Curly Soap Making!
Nov 20 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Curly Rainbow Soap!! A 60 minute workshop. Each participant will make their own fun and quirky swirl soap using a glycerin based soap, colorful soap curls, cosmetic glitter and a variety of scents. We will discuss the process of making cold process soap, blending of essential oils and the role of exfoliants in soap making. There is no lye exposure since does not involve traditional soap making techniques. Ages 12+