Buckland Public Library30 Upper St., Buckland 413-625-9412 Ongoing
Buckland Fiber Friends: 1 to 3 p.m. in the Community Room. Wednesdays. Knit, spin, weave, felt, sew and crochet. Share yarn, tools, ideas and camaraderie. For more information: marti@walkingcloudfarm.com or 413-489-3196.
Tuesday, March 5
Author Talk with Michael Hoberman: 6 p.m. Hoberman, a Buckland resident, will speak about his new book, “A Hundred Acres of America: The Geography of Jewish American Literary History.” Hoberman combines literary history and geography to restore Jewish-American writers to their roles as critical members of the American literary landscape from the 1850s to the present, and to argue that Jewish history, American literary history and the inhabitation of American geography are, and always have been, contiguous entities. Books will be available for purchase.
Cushman Library28 Church St., Bernardston413-648-5402 Ongoing
French Conversation Group: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month.
Story Hour: 4 to 5 p.m., Wednesdays. Families with children of all ages can enjoy thematic stories, crafts, and snack. Karen Stinchfield and Heather McGuirk take turns as presenters.
Wednesday Night Knitters: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Wednesdays. Knitters of all skill levels, even absolute beginners, are invited to drop by to enjoy the company of other knitters as everyone works toward completing their individual projects. Instructor Rebecca Lawlor shares her expertise and experience with anyone seeking help or encouragement.
First Fridays Preschool Story Time: 11 a.m. to noon. Children birth to 5 years old can enjoy stories, puzzles, play, exploration and snacks on the first Friday of each month during the school year.
Coloring Evenings for Adults and Teens: Every second Tuesday, 7 to 8:30 p.m. For ages 12 and up. Images and colored pencils supplied, or bring your own.
Dickinson Memorial Library 115 Main St., Northfield 413-498-2455 Ongoing
Story Hour with Dana: 10:30 a.m. on Fridays. Stories, snacks, crafts, music and movement. For toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers. This week’s theme is pigs.
Friday, March 1
LEGOs: 2 p.m. in the Children’s Room.
Greenfield Public Library 402 Main St., Greenfield 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.
Chess Club: Meet up with other chess players each Wednesday from 5:30 to 7:45 p.m. Contact calderrossi@gmail.com with questions.
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten: This literacy program is designed to increase the number of books that parents and other caregivers read to young children. Register any time at the Children’s Desk.
Monday, March 4
Warrior Writers Writing Workshop: 6 p.m. Local writer and veteran Eric Wasileski will provide prompts and topics for discussion covering issues and experiences relating to living in a military community, deployment and homecoming of loved ones, relationships, supporting each other, healing and growth. No previous writing or artistic experience is necessary.
Author Talk with J. A. McIntosh: 6 p.m. McIntosh will read from and speak about her current book, “Niagara Fontaine,” and her next, “A. B. Hartwell,” which will be published this year.
Tuesday, March 5
Teen/Tween Movie Night: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Pizza and a movie in the LeVanway Room. Open to youth in fifth to 12th grades. Free.
Hope for the Homeless: 6 p.m. in the LeVanway Room. George Ballentine and Rachel Dillenback of Hope for the Homeless — an organization that raises awareness, provides resources for those in need and works toward the development of longterm solutions for Greenfield’s homeless population — will share their personal experiences and explore ways the community can help reduce the stigma of being homeless. Free.
Wednesday, March 6
First Wednesday Speaker Series: Daphne Bye: 6 p.m. Bye will discuss how we can get beyond physical reactions to anxiety and utilize our body’s highly attuned tracking systems. Her talk will explain how “overwhelm” can throw our nervous systems askew, and she’ll teach participants how to track ourselves mindfully from excessive fatigue, anger and anxiety, toward more vibrant calm.
Leverett Library 75 Montague Road, Leverett 413-548-9220
Ongoing
Qigong: Meet and play with others at the library on Tuesdays at 5:15 p.m.
Tales and Tunes: Every Wednesday, 10:30 a.m. to noon. Stories, songs and play with Heleen Cardinaux. Developed for children ages 5 and under, but open to all families.
Montague Public Libraries 413-863-3214
Ongoing
Story Time: Wednesday mornings at 10:15 a.m. at the Carnegie Library. Thematic stories, projects and snacks for young children and caregivers, with Karen Wartel.
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 Millers Falls Library through April.
Homeschool Science: Hands-on STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) activities for homeschoolers of all ages and their caregivers every Wednesday at 1 p.m. at the Carnegie Library. Call to register.
Book and DVD Donations: Gently used, clean books, DVDs and CDs are being accepted at the Carnegie Library. No textbooks, moldy or abridged books.
Friday, March 1
First Friday Mystery Activity: 3:30 p.m. at the Carnegie Library. Possibilities include crafts, science experiments and working with tech tools. For children and teens ages 8 and up.
Saturday, March 2
Book Sale: 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Carnegie Library.
Tuesday, March 5
Yoga Series for Preschoolers: 10:30 to 11 a.m. at the Carnegie Library. Preschool-age children and their caregivers are invited to join local yoga instructor Jackie Howard for a fun, three-part series. Continues March 12 and 19.
New Salem Public Library 23 South Main St., New Salem 978-544-6334 Ongoing
Hatha Yoga: 5:45 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays and 8:15 to 9 a.m. Saturdays. With Natalie Reynolds. Donations accepted. No experience, registration or yoga mat necessary.
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-age children with their caregivers. Free.
Sunderland Library 20 School St., Sunderland 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.
LEGO Club: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturdays. Children ages 4 and up and their caregivers are invited to build and play with the library’s massive collection of LEGOs. Includes a new challenge each week.
Saturday, March 2
Music & Movement: 10:30 to 11 a.m. Children up to age 5 and their caregivers will make music, appreciate music and dance to music each Saturday in March. Free.
Tilton Library 75 North Main St., South Deerfield 413-665-4683
Ongoing
Find Yourself at Tilton: Saturdays at 3 p.m. A different creative activity each week for adults and children.
Story Time: Wednesdays at 11 a.m. For preschool children and their caregivers.
Warwick Free Public Library4 Hotel Road, Warwick978-544-7866 Ongoing
Warwick Winter Writing Wednesdays: 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Wednesdays through March 6. The core of the course, led by Warwick poet Elaine Reardon, is weekly writing exercises and a longer piece of writing. These writings may grow into finished poetry, memoir or flash literature. The focus is poetry, but those who prefer writing prose narrative are also welcome. Work from initial impulse to final edits. Open to all experience levels. Hot tea will be provided. Free. Call the library or email warwick@cwmars.org or elainereardonpoetry@gmail.com to register.
Wendell Free Library 7 Wendell Depot Road, Wendell 978-544-3559 Friday, March 1
Shape Note Singing Workshop: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Shape note singing is a tradition that began in New England and later moved into Appalachia and the deep south. Shapes were used to help people learn to sing in four-part harmony, without the help of a piano. This workshop is the second in a four-part series, but attending all four is not necessary. No experience necessary. Free. Contact Rachel Stevens at rachel.t.stevens@gmail.com with questions.
Saturday, March 2
Screening of “Journey to the Center of the Earth”: 7:30 p.m. A half-hour episode of “Fireball XL5” will precede the film. Part of a monthly series of science fiction/fantasy and horror/monster movies. Free.
Wheeler Memorial Library 49 East Main St., Orange 978-544-2495 Ongoing
Rise and Romp: 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays. For children ages 2 to 5. Read stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, dance and make an easy craft. Siblings welcome.
LEGO Club: 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Wednesdays. For children ages 5 to 12. Adults may build with their children.
