Mar
15
Wed
Chess Club!
Mar 15 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

Join the Emily Williston Memorial Library Chess Club! The club will start from square one. Everyone can join. If you are an expert or a beginner, come check it our. Learn the real rules and how to use all of your pieces. Study famous games and learn winning strategies to improve your play. Space is limited. Register at the Youth/Teen Department. Ages 9+ (Children below 9 need to be accompanied by an adult).

Mar
22
Wed
Chess Club!
Mar 22 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

Join the Emily Williston Memorial Library Chess Club! The club will start from square one. Everyone can join. If you are an expert or a beginner, come check it our. Learn the real rules and how to use all of your pieces. Study famous games and learn winning strategies to improve your play. Space is limited. Register at the Youth/Teen Department. Ages 9+ (Children below 9 need to be accompanied by an adult).

Apr
21
Fri
Button Making!
Apr 21 @ 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Come try out our new button maker! Design your own buttons, all supplies provided. Ages 12 and up.

Jun
7
Wed
“Sun on the Muddy” Author’s Night
Jun 7 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
"Sun on the Muddy" Author's Night

Join Jim Armenti (poet) and Dave Madeloni (photographer) in support of Sun On The Muddy a book of poetry and fantastic photos published by Levellers Press of Amherst, for a short presentation, poetry reading, a few songs and conversation. Books will be available for purchase.

Jim Armenti is a poet, musician, and composer. In Sun on the Muddy he gives us fifty irresistible reflections on the people and objects that make a life. He was born in Ann Arbor, MI, the third-generation product of Italian immigrants. Jim grew up in a household of musicians, his father a classical mandolin player, one sister (of three) a guitar player, another a flute player and everyone a singer. In high school Jim started a band called H&WA, named after the school counselor’s report that Jim is “happy and well-adjusted.” 

Jim performs with the legendary band, The Lonesome Brothers. He tours internationally with The Young at Heart Chorus, and he constantly writes poetry.

Dave Madeloni is a photographer, educator, and journalist. Early on, his parents strongly encouraged his curiosity and creativity. He immersed himself in the lyrics of great songwriters while capturing images of performers, protesters, and most recently, puddles. For the last forty years, he has also taught and supported young people with social/emotional disabilities, inspiring their curiosity and creativity. In Sun on the Muddy, Dave explores in photos the beauty and meaning found all around us, but not where we ordinarily look.

Jun
26
Mon
Spread the Word: Sign up for Summer Reading and Make Giant Speech Bubbles!
Jun 26 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Find Your Voice Summer Reading 2023 is officially starting! Come sign-up for Summer Reading, get your Reading Log, and help us decorate the library with your words in giant speech bubbles!

Learn to Draw Diary Comics with Incendavery!
Jun 26 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Join local artist Dave Wallace (incendavery.com) to learn about his process for creating diary comics, and turn your own life into a work of art! Dave will lead participants through exercises that incorporate free writing, character creation, and scripting, before helping us put it all together into a finished comic. Recommended for ages 10 and up. Registration is required–register at the library in person or by calling us at 413-527-1031 or emailing us at youthdept@ewmlibrary.org

Jun
27
Tue
RCA’s Intergenerational Drawing Group
Jun 27 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Ages 1 to 101… this drawing group is for you! Come as a family or with a buddy, or come solo. FREE for all to attend.
Intergenerational Drawing Group is happening at the Library on June 27th, July 11th, and August 1st with Resilient Community Arts. It’s a laid-back, fun-centric time to come together and draw. No experience required!
You’ll have the option to work on your own drawings independently or join a small learning group, focused on a specific skill or subject. Drawing skills are taught by RCA instructors who are trained to work with all ages and skill levels. All materials provided.
Jun
28
Wed
Learn to Draw Diary Comics with Incendavery!
Jun 28 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Join local artist Dave Wallace (incendavery.com) to learn about his process for creating diary comics, and turn your own life into a work of art! Dave will lead participants through exercises that incorporate free writing, character creation, and scripting, before helping us put it all together into a finished comic. Recommended for ages 10 and up. Registration is required–register at the library in person or by calling us at 413-527-1031 or emailing us at youthdept@ewmlibrary.org

Jul
5
Wed
Stitching with Tiphareth!
Jul 5 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Come try your hand on a stitching project at the library! Ages 9+ Registration required; Sign up at the library in person or by calling us at 413-527-1031 or emailing us at youthdept@ewmlibrary.org.

Jul
11
Tue
RCA’s Intergenerational Drawing Group
Jul 11 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Ages 1 to 101… this drawing group is for you! Come as a family or with a buddy, or come solo. FREE for all to attend.
Intergenerational Drawing Group is happening at the Library on June 27th, July 11th, and August 1st with Resilient Community Arts. It’s a laid-back, fun-centric time to come together and draw. No experience required!
You’ll have the option to work on your own drawings independently or join a small learning group, focused on a specific skill or subject. Drawing skills are taught by RCA instructors who are trained to work with all ages and skill levels. All materials provided.