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Room To Grow: Audio Documentary Listening Session, Discussion, & Potluck Tuesday, October 20th - 5:30 pm BREAK BREAD TOGETHER. GET ACQUAINTED WITH YOUR FOOD GROWERS. Room to Grow was produced by Nicholas Boyer and Carrie Kline with Michael Kline of Talking Across the Lines, based on Carrie’s interviews with farmworkers. It unveils the lives and personalities of the people who grow food in the Connecticut River Valley of Massachusetts. How much richer will the world be when curiosity drives us beyond barriers of language, shyness and hesitation to cross lines of difference to break bread and care for each other? Bring your favorite potluck dish to feed your family, your community and local farm workers just coming in from work. Expect fun ice breakers, a chance to hear local testimonials mixed with good music. After the airing we’ll have facilitated small group conversations. The whole evening will be translated between English and Spanish. Free childcare will be provided in the Children's Room. |
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Kids Activities & Beaver Trivia with MassMammals Saturday, October 17th Drop-In between 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Kids of all ages are invited to meet students from Amherst College MassMammals Watch and learn amazing facts about beavers! We will have beaver trivia, beaver bones and skulls from Amherst College's natural history museum, coloring sheets, and activities. |
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NEW PROGRAM ADDED: Disability on Film: Exploitation & Representation in Early Cinema Monday, October 19th - 6:00 pm Join us for an enlightening evening learning about how disability was portrayed in early cinema, both in exploitative and representational ways. The 1932 film "Freaks," by Tod Browning will be screened. Emme Geryk, a disability advocate and staff member at North Star: Self-Directed Learning for Teens, will lead a Q & A after the film to provide additional context and understanding. This event is hosted by Theodore Higby, a 4th year student at North Star with a deep passion for classic film. |
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Monster's Ball: A Spooky & Inclusive Dance Party Saturday, October 24th 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Ages 11 - 18 Whether you’re neurodivergent, queer, both, neither, or just looking for a place to have fun and be yourself, Monster’s Ball is for you. - Dance the night away with a DJ
- Enjoy snacks and treats
- Show off your best costume in our costume contest
- Sing your heart out with karaoke
- Take a break in our designated calm room if you need some quiet time away from the party
- And plenty more spooky fun!
Come dressed in your favorite Halloween costume, your most goth ensemble, or just wear whatever makes you feel comfortable. This program is sponsored in part by a grant from the Sunderland Cultural Council, a local agency, which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency. |
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Functional Training Every Monday Two Sessions: 10:00 am - 11:00 am & 11:00 am - 12:00 pm There is no Functional Training on 10/12 or 10/26. This weekly program demonstrates how exercise can enhance our daily living skills. All of us have some specific aches and pains that can be remediated with functional training in the form of balance exercises, dynamic and static stretching, flexibility training, and other body weight exercises. All fitness levels are welcome as any exercise can be modified to match your fitness strengths. |
Knitting Circle Every Monday 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Join other fiber artists to knit and chat. New members are always welcome at this social crafting group. |
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Qigong Virtual: Every Monday 10:30 am - 11:30 am In-Person: Every Friday 10:30 am - 11:30 am Qigong is a Chinese holistic practice combining slow movement, meditation, and breathing techniques to enhance wellbeing. |
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Coffee & Conversation Every Friday 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Join your neighbors for a cup of coffee and conversation about anything and everything! |
Story Time Most Fridays* Fall Session Starts 9/18 11:00 am - 11:45 am Join Miss Kelly for stories, songs, and crafts on a weekly theme. Best for children ages 3 - 5 and their caregivers. *Story Time is not hosted during school vacations or holidays. |
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Lego Club Every Saturday 10:00 am - 11:00 am Explore the wonderful world of Legos with other likeminded kids. Each week the library presents a new challenge or kids can create anything they imagine. This program is best for children ages 4+ with a caregiver. |
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