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Tween & Teen Art Drop-In: Gelli Printmaking

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library

Age Group:

Tweens (age 10-12), Teens (age 13-18)
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens (age 10-12), Teens (age 13-18)
Event Details:

AGES 10-18. Gelli printmaking uses reuseable gel plates to create monoprints (single pieces).  We will experiment with acrylic paints, stencils and rollers and use layering techniques to create unique works of art! Dress for mess.

Cribbage Game

Between the Pegs: Cribbage at the Library

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library

Program Type:

Games & Fun

Age Group:

Adults, Tweens (age 10-12), Teens (age 13-18)
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Tweens (age 10-12), Teens (age 13-18)
Program Type: Games & Fun
Event Details:

Interested in learning cribbage or improving your game? Join us for casual play open to all ages and skill levels. We’re happy to teach the rules, explain scoring, and help new players get comfortable.

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Stuffie Storytime & Craft: Owl Moon, with Community Member David McGowan

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Community Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Storytime

Age Group:

Family, Pre-K (age 3-5)
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Family, Pre-K (age 3-5)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Please join us for an evening story time with a special guest, local Williamstown resident, David McGowan!  

A purple octopus holding a book and reading to a few fish.

Pre-K Storytime + Lunar New Year Craft!

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:45am
Community Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Pre-K (age 3-5), School Age (age 5-12)
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Pre-K (age 3-5), School Age (age 5-12)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

The Lunar New Year has begun, come celebrate the Year of the Horse with some New Year stories and a fun craft!

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Workshop: Decorate an Edible Birdhouse for Birds!

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Nature & Gardening, Workshop

Age Group:

Adults, Family, School Age (age 5-12), Tweens (age 10-12), Teens (age 13-18)
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Family, School Age (age 5-12), Tweens (age 10-12), Teens (age 13-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Nature & Gardening, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Did you know that February is National Bird-Feeding Month? This is the time of year when it's harder for birds to find food, unfrozen water and safe shelter.

Special Crafternoon with WCMA - Coral Reefs

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Nature & Gardening, Storytime

Age Group:

Everyone, Family, School Age (age 5-12), Tweens (age 10-12)
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone, Family, School Age (age 5-12), Tweens (age 10-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Nature & Gardening, Storytime
Event Details:

Over the past year our community has helped make coral reefs to become part of the Berkshire Satellite Reef Project. This project will come into fruition at Williams College in April.

Collage by artist Romare Bearden

Art Drop-In: Collage and Cocoa

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Workshop

Age Group:

Adults, Tweens (age 10-12), Teens (age 13-18)
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Tweens (age 10-12), Teens (age 13-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Event Details:

Pour yourself a hot mug of cocoa and sit down to a cozy afternoon at the library. We will have hot cocoa (with all the fixings), hot cider, a roaring (virtual) fire, and all the supplies you will need to create a collage!

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Movies at the Milne: Cinderella (1997) ft. Whitney Houston

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library

Program Type:

Black History Month, Community Event, Movie

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Black History Month, Community Event, Movie
Event Details:

Cinderella (Brandy) chafes under the cruelty of her wicked stepmother (Bernadette Peters) and her evil stepsisters, Calliope (Veanne Cox) and Minerva (Natalie Desselle), until her Fairy Godmother (Whitney Houston) steps in to change her life for o

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Delayed Opening - Morning Closure for Staff Training

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 8:00am - 12:00pm
David and Joyce Milne Public Library

The library will open at 12:00 pm today due to staff training.

Closing
Branches:
David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Description:

The library will open at 12:00 pm today due to staff training.

Picture of Yarn!

Knitting (and Crocheting and Other Fiber Arts) Group

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Age Group:
Everyone, Adults

Join us at the library for a community fiber arts gathering! Bring your yarn, needles, and any other crafting supplies to connect with fellow crafters—whether you're a beginner or an expert, everyone is welcome.

Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone, Adults
Event Details:

Join us at the library for a community fiber arts gathering! Bring your yarn, needles, and any other crafting supplies to connect with fellow crafters—whether you're a beginner or an expert, everyone is welcome.

A Guided Birdwatching Walk with David McGowan

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Outside Pavilion at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Nature & Gardening, Talks & Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, School Age (age 5-12), Tweens (age 10-12), Teens (age 13-18)

This event is one of numerous Flight Path programs, an initiative the library is participating in through the Spring.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Outside Pavilion
Age Group: Adults, School Age (age 5-12), Tweens (age 10-12), Teens (age 13-18)
Program Type: Nature & Gardening, Talks & Discussions
Registration Required
Event Details:

This event is one of numerous Flight Path programs, an initiative the library is participating in through the Spring.

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Dungeons and Dragons for Teens!

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Board Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Fun
Age Group:
Teens (age 13-18)

Dungeons & Dragons for teens 12 and up! This event is organized by DM Quinn through Discord.

Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Teens (age 13-18)
Program Type: Games & Fun
Event Details:

Dungeons & Dragons for teens 12 and up! This event is organized by DM Quinn through Discord.

Disclaimer(s)

Attendees of the program must follow both the Meeting Room Policy and the Library Use Policy. 

Pink multi-faced die

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens!

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Fun
Age Group:
Teens (age 13-18)

Dungeons & Dragons for teens 12 and up! This event is organized by DM Quinn through Discord.

Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (age 13-18)
Program Type: Games & Fun
Event Details:

Dungeons & Dragons for teens 12 and up! This event is organized by DM Quinn through Discord.

Disclaimer(s)

Attendees of the program must follow both the Meeting Room Policy and the Library Use Policy. 

The Library will join Goodwill Industries as a donation site every Sunday of the month from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Goodwill Donation Truck

Sunday, May 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Parking Lot at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Parking Lot
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event
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Baby & Toddler Storytime

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Community Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (age 0-2), Pre-K (age 3-5)
Baby & Toddler Storytime:

We'll have songs and stories aimed at babies and toddlers, but older kids are welcome too.

Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (age 0-2), Pre-K (age 3-5)
Program Type: Storytime

We'll have songs and stories aimed at babies and toddlers, but older kids are welcome too.

Disclaimer(s)

Attendees of the program must follow both the Library Use Policy and the policy regarding Unattended Children. 

The library may photograph attendees of library programs for use in library marketing materials and will notify attendees when doing so, allowing patrons the option to decline participation.

mahjong tiles

Mahjong at the Milne

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Fun
Age Group:
Adults

Are you interested in playing American Mahjong?  Join a Mahjong group that meets every Monday afternoon.  Several experienced players will be here to lead the group and teach others how to play.

Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Fun
Event Details:

Are you interested in playing American Mahjong?  Join a Mahjong group that meets every Monday afternoon.  Several experienced players will be here to lead the group and teach others how to play.

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Introduction to Mindfulness and Health

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Board Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Talks & Discussions
Age Group:
Adults

Looking for a way to reduce or address your stress?  Please join Will Raymond for some relaxation!

Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Talks & Discussions
Event Details:

Looking for a way to reduce or address your stress?  Please join Will Raymond for some relaxation!

Disclaimer(s)

Attendees of the program must follow both the Meeting Room Policy and the Library Use Policy. 

Attendees of the program must follow both the Library Use Policy and the policy regarding Unattended Children. 

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Canva Help Drop-Ins

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Reference Area at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Business & Careers, Technology Class, Workshop
Age Group:
Everyone

Need help with a Canva project? Join Milne's Marketing and Communication Strategist, Brianna, for Canva help drop-ins to assist in all your project needs!

Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Reference Area
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Business & Careers, Technology Class, Workshop
Event Details:

Need help with a Canva project? Join Milne's Marketing and Communication Strategist, Brianna, for Canva help drop-ins to assist in all your project needs!

Disclaimer(s)

Attendees of the program must follow both the Library Use Policy and the policy regarding Unattended Children. 

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Tango Lessons! with David Gorson and Bonnie Ernst

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Recurring
Age Group:
Adults

Tango lessons will begin again this March!  Join us for a series of tango lessons with local instructors Dave Gorson and Bonnie Ernst.  Tango is a type of dance and music originating in Argentina.

Register Now!
Registration Required
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Recurring
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tango lessons will begin again this March!  Join us for a series of tango lessons with local instructors Dave Gorson and Bonnie Ernst.  Tango is a type of dance and music originating in Argentina.

Disclaimer(s)

Attendees of the program must follow both the Meeting Room Policy and the Library Use Policy. 

Attendees of the program must follow both the Library Use Policy and the policy regarding Unattended Children. 

The library may photograph attendees of library programs for use in library marketing materials and will notify attendees when doing so, allowing patrons the option to decline participation.

A purple octopus holding a book and reading to a few fish.

Pre-K Storytime

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Community Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Pre-K (age 3-5), School Age (age 5-12)
Pre-K Storytime:

We'll be reading lots of picture books for the pre-K age group; any age kids are welcome to join.  

Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Pre-K (age 3-5), School Age (age 5-12)
Program Type: Storytime

We'll be reading lots of picture books for the pre-K age group; any age kids are welcome to join.  

Disclaimer(s)

Attendees of the program must follow both the Library Use Policy and the policy regarding Unattended Children. 

The library may photograph attendees of library programs for use in library marketing materials and will notify attendees when doing so, allowing patrons the option to decline participation.

Board of Trustees Meetings

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Board Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Library Meeting
Age Group:
Adults

The David & Joyce Milne Public Library Board of Trustees meets every 2nd Wednesday of the month at 5:30 pm in the Board Room of the Library. Meetings are open to the public.

Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Library Meeting
Event Details:

The David & Joyce Milne Public Library Board of Trustees meets every 2nd Wednesday of the month at 5:30 pm in the Board Room of the Library. Meetings are open to the public.

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(More) Mahjong at the Milne

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Board Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Fun
Age Group:
Adults

Are you interested in playing American Mahjong? Join this Thursday evening group that will meet every second and fourth Thursday evening of the month.  Several experienced players will be here to lead the group and teach others how to play.

Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Fun
Event Details:

Are you interested in playing American Mahjong? Join this Thursday evening group that will meet every second and fourth Thursday evening of the month.  Several experienced players will be here to lead the group and teach others how to play.

Picture of Yarn!

Knitting (and Crocheting and Other Fiber Arts) Group

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Age Group:
Everyone, Adults

Join us at the library for a community fiber arts gathering! Bring your yarn, needles, and any other crafting supplies to connect with fellow crafters—whether you're a beginner or an expert, everyone is welcome.

Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone, Adults
Event Details:

Join us at the library for a community fiber arts gathering! Bring your yarn, needles, and any other crafting supplies to connect with fellow crafters—whether you're a beginner or an expert, everyone is welcome.

The Library will join Goodwill Industries as a donation site every Sunday of the month from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Goodwill Donation Truck

Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Parking Lot at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Parking Lot
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event
A purple octopus holding a book and reading to a few fish

Baby & Toddler Storytime

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Community Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (age 0-2), Pre-K (age 3-5)
Baby & Toddler Storytime:

We'll have songs and stories aimed at babies and toddlers, but older kids are welcome too.

Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (age 0-2), Pre-K (age 3-5)
Program Type: Storytime

We'll have songs and stories aimed at babies and toddlers, but older kids are welcome too.

Disclaimer(s)

Attendees of the program must follow both the Library Use Policy and the policy regarding Unattended Children. 

The library may photograph attendees of library programs for use in library marketing materials and will notify attendees when doing so, allowing patrons the option to decline participation.

mahjong tiles

Mahjong at the Milne

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Fun
Age Group:
Adults

Are you interested in playing American Mahjong?  Join a Mahjong group that meets every Monday afternoon.  Several experienced players will be here to lead the group and teach others how to play.

Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Fun
Event Details:

Are you interested in playing American Mahjong?  Join a Mahjong group that meets every Monday afternoon.  Several experienced players will be here to lead the group and teach others how to play.

Will's pic

Introduction to Mindfulness and Health

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Board Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Talks & Discussions
Age Group:
Adults

Looking for a way to reduce or address your stress?  Please join Will Raymond for some relaxation!

Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Talks & Discussions
Event Details:

Looking for a way to reduce or address your stress?  Please join Will Raymond for some relaxation!

Disclaimer(s)

Attendees of the program must follow both the Meeting Room Policy and the Library Use Policy. 

Attendees of the program must follow both the Library Use Policy and the policy regarding Unattended Children. 

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Canva Help Drop-Ins

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Reference Area at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Business & Careers, Technology Class, Workshop
Age Group:
Everyone

Need help with a Canva project? Join Milne's Marketing and Communication Strategist, Brianna, for Canva help drop-ins to assist in all your project needs!

Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Reference Area
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Business & Careers, Technology Class, Workshop
Event Details:

Need help with a Canva project? Join Milne's Marketing and Communication Strategist, Brianna, for Canva help drop-ins to assist in all your project needs!

Disclaimer(s)

Attendees of the program must follow both the Library Use Policy and the policy regarding Unattended Children. 

drawing

Tango Lessons! with David Gorson and Bonnie Ernst

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Recurring
Age Group:
Adults

Tango lessons will begin again this March!  Join us for a series of tango lessons with local instructors Dave Gorson and Bonnie Ernst.  Tango is a type of dance and music originating in Argentina.

Register Now!
Registration Required
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Recurring
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tango lessons will begin again this March!  Join us for a series of tango lessons with local instructors Dave Gorson and Bonnie Ernst.  Tango is a type of dance and music originating in Argentina.

Disclaimer(s)

Attendees of the program must follow both the Meeting Room Policy and the Library Use Policy. 

Attendees of the program must follow both the Library Use Policy and the policy regarding Unattended Children. 

The library may photograph attendees of library programs for use in library marketing materials and will notify attendees when doing so, allowing patrons the option to decline participation.

A purple octopus holding a book and reading to a few fish.

Pre-K Storytime

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Community Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Pre-K (age 3-5), School Age (age 5-12)
Pre-K Storytime:

We'll be reading lots of picture books for the pre-K age group; any age kids are welcome to join.  

Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Pre-K (age 3-5), School Age (age 5-12)
Program Type: Storytime

We'll be reading lots of picture books for the pre-K age group; any age kids are welcome to join.  

Disclaimer(s)

Attendees of the program must follow both the Library Use Policy and the policy regarding Unattended Children. 

The library may photograph attendees of library programs for use in library marketing materials and will notify attendees when doing so, allowing patrons the option to decline participation.

Picture of Yarn!

Knitting (and Crocheting and Other Fiber Arts) Group

Friday, May 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Age Group:
Everyone, Adults

Join us at the library for a community fiber arts gathering! Bring your yarn, needles, and any other crafting supplies to connect with fellow crafters—whether you're a beginner or an expert, everyone is welcome.

Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone, Adults
Event Details:

Join us at the library for a community fiber arts gathering! Bring your yarn, needles, and any other crafting supplies to connect with fellow crafters—whether you're a beginner or an expert, everyone is welcome.

Pink multi-faced die

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens!

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Board Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Fun
Age Group:
Teens (age 13-18)

Dungeons & Dragons for teens 12 and up! This event is organized by DM Quinn through Discord.

Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Teens (age 13-18)
Program Type: Games & Fun
Event Details:

Dungeons & Dragons for teens 12 and up! This event is organized by DM Quinn through Discord.

Disclaimer(s)

Attendees of the program must follow both the Meeting Room Policy and the Library Use Policy.