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| We're now hosting a quarterly book discussion group covering all things sustainability-related!
On Tuesday, February 10th at 5:30 p.m., Sustainabili-Reads will discuss Nature's Best Hope: A New Approach to Conservation that Starts in Your Yard, by Douglas Tallamy.
Also, Professor Tallamy has agreed to meet with us from 6:00 - 6:15 pm via Zoom! Please arrive at 5:30 so that we can chat about the book beforehand.
You can request a copy from the library, or download it on Hoopla if you'd rather get the Ebook or audiobook! |
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| Please Note: Hoopla will not be available to Milne patrons after Wednesday, February 11th. The Goodwill Truck will not be at the library Sunday, February 8th. It will return the following Sunday, February 15th. |
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Adults |
 | Lower Back Workshop w/ Devin Raber | Saturday, February 7th 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Waitlist |
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T(w)een & Adults |
 | Between the Pegs: Cribbage at the Library | Tuesday, February 10th 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. | |
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 | Sustainabili-Reads " Nature's Best Hope" | Tuesday, February 10th 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. | |
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Teens & Adults |
 | Plunder Book Workshop w/ Melanie Mowinski | Wednesday, February 11th 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Registration Required |
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 | Intergenerational Drum & Song Class w/ Tamarack Hollow | Saturday, February 14th 12:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. |
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 | Roots & Rhythms: African Dance & Drum Adventures | Saturday, February 14th 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. | |
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Find Your Perfect Match 💗 |
| Blind Date with a Book is back! Check out a disguised library book using its "pick up" line only! Unwrap it, read it, and then share your true feelings about your "date" by March 2nd to win a prize.
Give it a try and perhaps you'll find true (literary) love.
Blind Date with a Book is for ages 15+ with a max of 2 "dates" per patron. |
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Make Your Own Book | Join artist and MCLA art professor Melanie Mowinski, Wednesday, February 11th at 5:30 p.m. for a hands-on bookmaking workshop that blends play, experimentation, and simple structure.
Together we’ll explore what happens when randomness gets woven into a book structure through the creation of a small, stitched pamphlet booklet with a pocket—a humble form that leaves plenty of room for surprise.
All materials will be provided; no experience is necessary. |
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Special February Storytimes | In honor of Black History Month, we will be featuring books by Black authors and focusing on joy, discovery, and innovation.
Thematically-related craft kits will be available afterwards, which can be completed at the library or taken home with you.
On February 18th, come celebrate the Year of the Horse with some Lunar New Year stories and a fun craft!
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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Community Dance Workshops 💃 | Join Tamarack Hollow and Berkshire African Dance & Drum Collective (BADD) Collective for two dance, drumming, and music workshops Saturday, February 14th.
At 12:15 p.m. Tamarack Hollow will lead an intergenerational, interactive and hands-on drumming and singing experience rooted in folkloric West Africa and Caribbean music. Participants will play on traditional percussion instruments and learn songs in various languages and the cultural context of the music.
At 1:30 p.m., join Sister Noel for an engaging workshop that invites everyone to explore the rich rhythms, movements, and songs of African and Caribbean traditions. Discover how rhythm, music, and storytelling work together to build community and express joy. |
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Volunteer Opportunity | Looking for volunteer opportunities?
The Literacy Volunteer of Berkshire County is hosting two, 45-minute information sessions at the Milne Public Library for those interested in: - Helping adult students learn English - Receive 18-hour training for an LVM Certification Knowing how to speak a foreign language is not required.
Information sessions are Tuesday, February 10th at 3:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.
Learn more at literacyberkshires.org |
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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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February 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. CLOSED (Open Holidays) Tues. CLOSED |
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