Cushman Library28 Church St., Bernardston 413-648-5402 ONGOING

Story Hour: Wednesdays from 4 to 5 p.m. Families with children of all ages can enjoy thematic stories, crafts and snack. Justin Lawrence and Karen Stinchfield take turns as presenters.

First Fridays Preschool Story Time: 11 a.m. to noon. Children birth to 5 years old can enjoy stories, puzzles, play and exploration. Snack will be provided.

Bonjour! 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on second Tuesday of each month. The Bernardston French Conversation Group meets to speak French. Free. Just drop in.

Wednesday Night Knitters: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Knitters of all skill levels. Instructor Rebecca Lawlor shares her expertise and experience with anyone seeking help or encouragement.

Dickinson Memorial Library
115 Main St., Northfield
413-498-2455

Ongoing

Story Time: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Stories, snacks, crafts, music and movement. For toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers.

Slate Public Library360 Main Road, Gill413-863-2591 Ongoing

Story Time: 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Thursdays. Thematic stories, popcorn and crafts for preschool and elementary school-age children with their caregivers. Free and open to all.

Greenfield Public Library
402 Main St.
413-772-1544

ONGOING

Mother Goose on the Loose: 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays. Kay Lyons leads a lap-sit story hour for children ages 3 and younger (with a grown-up). Lyons reads books, leads the group in hand rhymes and uses puppets to teach animal sounds and other concepts. Each session is 45 minutes, with a half-hour of structured activity and about 15 minutes of visiting time.

Writers’ Lunch Workshop: This two-hour writing workshop runs on Fridays from noon to 2 p.m. Joannah Whitney leads the program, which includes writing exercises and discussion as well as an opportunity to share. Participants are encouraged to attend the open writing periods during the week as well. There is no charge for the workshop and registration is not required.

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Sound of Music Sing Along: 5:30-8:30. Get ready to yodel in Western Mass! Sing along to all the great songs from the Sound of Music. A fun, liberating night out the whole family will enjoy. Come in costume or bring a movie-themed prop and get ready to sing your heart out.

Children’s Book Writers Group: 6 to 8 p.m. A critique group for adults who write for children meets in the LeVanway Room every third Tuesday of the month. Nell Wright facilitates the group. Participants will discuss skills, share tips and opportunities for development, and read and discuss their stories. For more information, call the library at 413-772-1544.

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Ukuleles with Julie: 6 p.m., Julie Stepanek and her ukuleles are back for more strumming and playing fun. Come to the library to learn ukulele with local musician, Julie Stepanek. Bring your own or borrow one of hers. This program will include a short talk, a brief lesson and a strum-along of some fun and easy songs. Advance registration is suggested to reserve a ukulele by stopping by the main circulation desk or calling 413-772-1544, option 6.

Leverett Library75 Montague Road, Leverett, 413-548-9220 ONGOING

Lego Club: The first Thursday of every month from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m. Open to elementary school-age children. Snack provided.

Qigong: Meet and play with others at the library on Tuesdays at 5:15 p.m.

Tales and Tunes: Join us every Wednesday from 10:30 a.m. to noon for stories, songs and play with Heleen Cardinaux. Developed for children ages 5 and under, but open to all families. Sponsored by the Community Network for Children.

Montague public libraries 413-863-3214 ONGOING

Book and DVD donations: Gently used, clean — books, DVDs and CDs accepted at Carnegie Library, Avenue A, Turners Falls. No textbooks, moldy or abridged books. Monthly book sales are held on the first Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Carnegie Library.

Homeschool Science: Hands-on science with Angela or special guest at the Carnegie Library on Wednesdays at 1 p.m. Designed for home-schoolers of all ages. Held weekly except for and Feb. 28.

Music and Movement: This fun series for young children with Tom Carroll and Laurie Davidson is held on Thursdays at 10 a.m. at the Carnegie Library in Turners Falls through April.

Story Time: 10:15 a.m. Wednesday mornings. Thematic stories, projects and snacks for young children and their caregivers with Karen Wartel. Carnegie Library, Avenue A, Turners Falls.

Snow Off the Ave. Contest: When do you think the pile of snow in the Food City parking lot will be gone? The Carnegie Library’s annual free contest has returned along with the huge mound of snow across the street. Come into the Carnegie and give your best guess and contact information. One entry per person by Valentine’s Day. Winner will receive a Second St. Bakery Gift Certificate.

New Salem Public Library
23 South Main St.
978-544-6334

ONGOING

Teens and Tweens Video Game Day: 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. Every Wednesday. Free. Students from throughout the region are welcome. Snacks provided.

Sunderland Library 20 School St. 413-665-2642 ONGOING

Story Time: 11 a.m. to noon on Fridays. Stories, songs and crafts for children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers. Free.

Tilton Library
75 North Main St.
South Deerfield
413-665-4683

ONGOING

Story Time Wednesdays: 11 a.m. Meet Duffy the therapy dog and feed the worms in our vermiculture worm bin. Preschool children and their caregivers. No sign up needed.

Mystery Book Discussion: Meets at 6:30 p.m. on the first Thursday of the month. Check tiltonlibrary.org for titles and to reserve a copy of the book. Open to all.

Find Yourself at Tilton: Saturdays at 3 p.m. A different creative activity each week for adults and children.

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Third Thursday Book Discussion:
Meets at 1:55 p.m. “The Secret History,” by Donna Tartt. Discussion led by Tiffany Ehle.

Wheeler Memorial Library
49 East Main St., Orange,
978-544-2495

ONGOING

Baby and Me: 10:30 a.m. Mondays. For infants to age 3. Join us for songs, rhymes, bounces and a board book. Includes 45 minutes of informal playtime. Older and younger siblings always welcome at storytime. Free.

Rise and Romp: 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays. For children ages 2 to 5. We’ll read stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, dance and make an easy craft. Home daycares are welcome. Older and younger siblings always welcome at storytime.

Lego Club: 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Kids ages 5 to 12. Adults may build with their children.