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Friday, September 13th, 2024 | |
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Hello, and Happy Friday!
We’re excited to continue celebrating our 150th anniversary with a couple of special events this month! Join us on Thursday, September 19th, from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. for an engaging discussion with Julia McKenzie Munemo, Director of the Writing Center at Williams College. She’ll be sharing insights from her latest book, The Book Keeper: A Memoir of Race, Love, and Legacy. |
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Then, don’t miss our gallery tour at the Clark on Saturday, September 28th, from 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. with Jock Brooks, retired associate director of the Clark. Explore "1874, A Significant Year" and delve into artworks from around the time of the first Impressionist exhibition in Paris and the founding of the Williamstown Public Library.
The events and programs of the Williamstown Library's 150th anniversary are made possible through generous funding by lead sponsor MountainOne, your local Berkshires bank.
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Adults
|  | Tango Lessons |
Tuesday, Sept. 17th 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. | |
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National Voter Registration Day | Tuesday, Sept. 17th 10:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
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Adults
|  | Narcan Training for All |
Tuesday, Sept. 17th 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. |
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Adults
|  | Virtual: Job Seekers 50+ Group: Resumes |
Wednesday, Sept. 18th 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
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Adults
|  | Board Game Gathering |
Thursday, Sept. 19th 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. | |
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Teens
|  | Movie: Jumanji |
Friday, Sept. 20th 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. | |
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How to Get Started on Your College Essay |
Calling all high school juniors - need help getting that college admission essay started or even completed? You're in luck! The library is again hosting Williamstown local and very experienced college essay counselor, Dr. Pat Wilk, for a workshop on Saturday, September 21st from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. No sign-up required, and food will be provided!
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Mass Book Awards |
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The winners of the 24th Annual Massachusetts Book Awards were announced on September 4th, 2024. Learn more about this year's honorees at Bookshop.org. Nominations for the next cycle are open until December 15th, 2024. |
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New Thingdom Items |
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Discover our new selection of tools and gardening equipment available for borrowing from the Thingdom! Whether you're tackling a yard project or just need a specific tool, we’ve got what you need. Stop by today and equip yourself for success without the cost of ownership!
As always, these additions are made possible by the generous support of the Friends of the Milne Public Library. |
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Vote for Chapter Two Books! |
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Chapter Two Books needs your nomination! Rural Intelligence is gearing up for their Readers' Choice awards, and Chapter Two Books would love to be on the list. This is where you come in! Head over to this page and cast your vote to show them some love. Your nomination could make all the difference!
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Storytimes | Baby & Toddler: Mondays at 10:30 a.m.
Songs and stories aimed at babies and toddlers, but older kids are welcome too.
Pre-K: Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.
We'll be reading lots of picture books for the pre-K age group; any age kids are welcome to join. |
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Chapter Two Books | September Hours
Wed. 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Thu. 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Fri. 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sat. 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sun. 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Mon. 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Tues. CLOSED |
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