Milne Mail: David & Joyce Milne Public Library, Weekly Newsletter
Friday, December 5, 2025

Hello, and Happy Friday!

Join us for an enchanting evening honoring the 250th birthday of beloved author Jane Austen on Tuesday, December 16th from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.!


Enjoy an elegant spread of savory and sweet treats and tea all provided by the Tea and Boba Lounge while mingling with fellow Austen enthusiasts. No prior Austen expertise required – just bring your curiosity and appetite for good company, good food, and good fun!


Play to win fun prizes like library merch, gift cards, and more! Dressing up is encouraged, but not required. Tea and treats are limited.

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   Coming Up Soon:

Everyone

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Images x Milne: Beauty and the Beast (1991)

Saturday, December 6th

1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

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Teens

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Dungeons and Dragons for Teens!

Saturday, December 6th

1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

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Tweens & Teens

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Math Help with Mace Foehl

Tuesday, December 9th

4:00 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.

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Everyone

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Crochet Circle: Berkshire Satellite Coral Reef

Friday, December 12th

2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

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Teens & Adults

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Holiday Craft: Collaged Coasters

Saturday, December 13th

12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

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Teens & Adults

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Fun & Festive Gift Wrapping Party

Saturday, December 13th

12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

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Help Us Plan Our Cultural Showcase! 🎉

Earlier this year, the library was awarded a grant from the Mass Cultural Council to host a Cultural Showcase next year. We are seeking three community members who are interested in joining a sub-committee to plan this showcase set for May 30th, 2026.


Email Angie at azimmermann@cwmars.org with a brief explanation of why you are interested and any relevant experience you would like for us to consider. Please email your interest by Wednesday, December 10th.


Teens are encouraged to join for community service and/or volunteer hours.

Get Your Seed Bombs for Spring! 🌱

Now is the time! Help yourself to a bag of Northeast Flower Seed Bombs (while supplies last).


There are five seed bombs per bag.


Late fall and early winter are the best time to throw these little seed bombs for a spring extravaganza!

Now Showing: Beauty and the Beast (1991) 🎬

Superlative Oscar-nominated animated musical about the romance between a French belle who sacrifices her happiness to save her father and a prince who's been hideously transformed by a magic spell, which can only be broken by finding his true love.


Rated G; runtime 85 minutes.


Popcorn will be available! As part of an effort to become more sustainability-focused, we encourage you to bring your own (reasonably sized!) bowl. 

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Make Collaged Coasters for the Holidays 🎨

Join us Saturday, December 13th at 12:00 p.m. to collage wooden coasters for gifts, or create a miniature art gallery by hanging them up on your wall!


Decoupage is the art of applying a collage of paper and then coating with several layers of finish. In this case, we will be using Mod Podge and Polyvine Heavy Duty Varnish for a heat resistant surface.


Once you make a coaster, be sure to stop by our gift wrapping party the same day to get it ready as a present while enjoying the food and drinks!


Dress for mess! This event is for ages 10+.

Fun and Festive Gift Wrapping Party 🎁

Stop by for a low-key, festive gift-wrapping party Saturday, December 13th at 12:30 p.m. You bring the presents, we provide the supplies!


Wrap your gifts using our tables, tools and supplies, enjoy music and refreshments while avoiding the prying eyes of gift recipients who might be at home!  


Materials will include donated wrapping supplies from previous seasons, and paper-based items we have purchased, in the spirit of sustainability.


You can also make a present to wrap at the Collaged Coaster event happening the same day at 12:00 p.m.!

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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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December 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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David and Joyce Milne Public Library
1095 Main Street, Williamstown, Massachusetts 01267
413-458-5369

https://milnelibrary.org/