Sep
30
Wed
RESCHEDULED! Freedom from Psychiatric Drugs Book Talk
Sep 30 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

This Zoom event requires registration. To register, email Stephanie at slevine@ewmlibrary.org.

Chaya Grossberg will discuss her work consulting with people coming off psychiatric drugs & what helps them the most. She will also share from her personal experience of having withdrawn from psychiatric meds herself. Q & A to follow.

About the Author: Chaya Grossberg has been sharing her psychiatric survivor and trauma story publicly for over 15 years and is an advocate and consultant to those coming off psychiatric drugs and/or seeking alternative approaches to distress. She has written a book about her work called Freedom From Psychiatric Drugs and has worked professionally with people seeking alternatives to the mainstream psychiatric narrative as a teacher, facilitator, program coordinator, and consultant to individuals and families. She has coordinated open mic speak out style events for psychiatric survivors to share their stories in poetry, speech and performance. She has led many writing groups and support groups as well as taught yoga and meditation for psychiatric and trauma survivors. Learn more on Chaya’s website at chayagrossberg.com

Oct
8
Thu
Mug Magic with Julie! Winter Series for Teens-Peppermint Swirl Cake!
Oct 8 @ 4:30 pm – 5:00 pm

Julie will lead this workshop using a simple recipe to create a meal/snack in a mug using the microwave. Back by popular demand, Julie will sharing Fall/Winter favorites! Contact us at youthdept@ewmlibrary.org to register for this Live Zoom event. Ages 12+

Oct
9
Fri
Family Story Time-Virtual
Oct 9 @ 10:30 am – 11:00 am

Virtual Family Storytime-New Day! This will be live on Zoom! Contact Youth Department to receive the link-youthdept@ewmlibrary.org. Stories, songs, and movement.

Storytime builds vocabulary and a love of books. And kids who love books and stories become better readers!

Curbside Crafts to GO for Youths!
Oct 9 @ 2:30 pm – 5:30 pm

New! DIY crafts for youths that can be picked up curbside at the front of the library at 2:30-5:30pm. When you arrive just call the library (413-527-1031) and let us know that you are here for Curbside Crafts to Go. Supplies limited to the first 25. No library cards required or pre-registration. Offered 2nd and 4th Friday of each month. Recommended for ages 5 & up.

Oct
15
Thu
Pop Up Art School Presents Halloween Ghost Figures!
Oct 15 @ 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm

Make a spooky or friendly ghost with an unusual materiel-toilet paper! Sculpting with toilet paper is a no mess way of doing papier-mache. There’s no goopy glue or wheat paste needed. If time permits, we will also do candy corn! Space is limited, registration required. Ages 10+. Fill out our registration form to reserve your spot!

Oct
19
Mon
The World of Music with Andy Goulet for Teens
Oct 19 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Join multi-instrumentalist Andy Goulet for a workshop series exploring the fascinating world of music. In this series we’ll learn about music traditions from around the world, take an in-depth look at various musical instruments,, discuss the practical and creative challenges of being a musician, and more! Ages 12+, Virtual Program.

Oct
23
Fri
Family Story Time-Virtual
Oct 23 @ 10:30 am – 11:00 am

Virtual Family Storytime-New Day! This will be live on Zoom! Contact Youth Department to receive the link-youthdept@ewmlibrary.org. Stories, songs, and movement.

Storytime builds vocabulary and a love of books. And kids who love books and stories become better readers!

Curbside Crafts to GO for Youths!
Oct 23 @ 2:30 pm – 5:30 pm

New! DIY crafts for youths that can be picked up curbside at the front of the library at 2:30-5:30pm. When you arrive just call the library (413-527-1031) and let us know that you are here for Curbside Crafts to Go. Supplies limited to the first 25. No library cards required or pre-registration. Offered 2nd and 4th Friday of each month. Recommended for ages 5 & up.

Oct
29
Thu
Mug Magic with Julie! Winter Series for Teens-Peppermint Swirl Cake!
Oct 29 @ 4:30 pm – 5:00 pm

Julie will lead this workshop using a simple recipe to create a meal/snack in a mug using the microwave. Back by popular demand, Julie will sharing Fall/Winter favorites! Contact us at youthdept@ewmlibrary.org to register for this Live Zoom event. Ages 12+

Oct
30
Fri
Halloween Curbside Crafty Treat Bags and STORYWALK®!
Oct 30 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Creepy Carrots!  words by Aaron Reynolds, Pictures by Peter Brown will be our featured STORYWALK® book. Socially distanced pages on stakes, around the grounds will be family friendly! Let us know you are here, and we will bring out a Crafty Treat Bag (while supplies last)! We would love to see you in costumes!