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Talk: The Birdsong of Sparrows

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library

Program Type:

Nature & Gardening, Talks & Discussions

Age Group:

Adults, Teens (age 13-18)
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens (age 13-18)
Program Type: Nature & Gardening, Talks & Discussions
Event Details:

Please join us for a talk by Williams professor, Heather Williams, about her research topic, the birdsong of sparrows in the Berkshires.  She will have many slide images along with audio of sparrow songs!

neon trivia time sign

Black History Month Trivia

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library

Program Type:

Black History Month, Community Event, Games & Fun

Age Group:

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

Join us for another trivia night celebrating Black History Month! Gather your teams, chose your name, and play to win fun prizes like library merch, gift cards, and more! 

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Movie at the Milne: The Big Year

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library

Program Type:

Community Event, Movie, Nature & Gardening

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: Community Event, Movie, Nature & Gardening
Event Details:

Did you know that birdwatching can drive you crazy but also save your life?  Join us to watch this comedy about obsessed birdwatchers in their attempt to defeat the world bird-watching recordholder!

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Introduction to Mindfulness and Health

Tuesday, February 24, 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. 

singing sparrow

Talk: The Birdsong of Sparrows

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Nature & Gardening, Talks & Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Teens (age 13-18)

Please join us for a talk by Williams professor, Heather Williams, about her research topic, the birdsong of sparrows in the Berkshires.  She will have many slide images along with audio of sparrow songs!

Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens (age 13-18)
Program Type: Nature & Gardening, Talks & Discussions
Event Details:

Please join us for a talk by Williams professor, Heather Williams, about her research topic, the birdsong of sparrows in the Berkshires.  She will have many slide images along with audio of sparrow songs!

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.

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¡Hablemos español! Spanish Conversation Group

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Community Event, Games & Fun, Recurring, Talks & Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Teens (age 13-18)

Únase a nosotros el último miércoles de cada mes a las 6 p.m. para conversaciones informales en español y a veces, juegos. Todos los niveles son bienvenidos. 

Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens (age 13-18)
Program Type: Community Event, Games & Fun, Recurring, Talks & Discussions
Event Details:

Únase a nosotros el último miércoles de cada mes a las 6 p.m. para conversaciones informales en español y a veces, juegos. Todos los niveles son bienvenidos. 

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.

Will's pic

Introduction to Mindfulness and Health

Tuesday, March 3, 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. 

typewriter

First Tuesday Writing Group: Exploring the Art of Writing

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Board Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Talks & Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Teens (age 13-18)

The library is hosting a monthly writing group!  Here participants can discuss their writing goals, share their work, and invite commentary from fellow writers.

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

The library is hosting a monthly writing group!  Here participants can discuss their writing goals, share their work, and invite commentary from fellow writers.

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.

Todd

Goodbye Lawn! Alternatives to the Traditional Grass Lawn, with Todd Breitenstein

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Nature & Gardening, Talks & Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Teens (age 13-18)

Join us for an enlightening talk where we'll explore innovative alternatives to traditional grassy lawns for a more sustainable and visually appealing landscaping experience.

Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens (age 13-18)
Program Type: Nature & Gardening, Talks & Discussions
Event Details:

Join us for an enlightening talk where we'll explore innovative alternatives to traditional grassy lawns for a more sustainable and visually appealing landscaping experience.

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Wild Hope: Building for Birds - Film Screening and Taking Action

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Movie, Nature & Gardening, Talks & Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, School Age (age 5-12), Tweens (age 10-12), Teens (age 13-18)

Join us for a screening of "Building for Hope," a 16-minute documentary about the effect of building glass on bird populations and innovative solutions to this problem.

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

Join us for a screening of "Building for Hope," a 16-minute documentary about the effect of building glass on bird populations and innovative solutions to this problem.

Alex

Talk: Funeral Planning... For Those Who Don’t Plan To Die

Friday, March 6, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Talks & Discussions
Age Group:
Adults

Curious about your options and rights for meaningful and dignified final arrangements? Is there anything you're just dying to ask?

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

Curious about your options and rights for meaningful and dignified final arrangements? Is there anything you're just dying to ask?

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.

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Introduction to Mindfulness and Health

Tuesday, March 10, 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. 

Scrolling Stories: A Webcomics Info Session

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Talks & Discussions, Workshop
Age Group:
Everyone, Adults, Youth, Teens (age 13-18)

Curious about webcomics and what makes them so popular? This informational session introduces the world of webcomics - what they are, why people love them, and how to find and read them online.

Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone, Adults, Youth, Teens (age 13-18)
Program Type: Talks & Discussions, Workshop
Event Details:

Curious about webcomics and what makes them so popular? This informational session introduces the world of webcomics - what they are, why people love them, and how to find and read them online.

Will's pic

Introduction to Mindfulness and Health

Tuesday, March 17, 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. 

Ben Nickley

Berkshire Bird Observatory's First Four Years of Conservation Science

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Nature & Gardening, Talks & Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Tweens (age 10-12), Teens (age 13-18)

Come and learn about wild birds in the Berkshires, and the fieldwork being done to study and protect them!

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

Come and learn about wild birds in the Berkshires, and the fieldwork being done to study and protect them!

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.

Berkshire Health Systems in North County: Care Close to Home

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Talks & Discussions
Age Group:
Adults

Discover the healthcare services provided by Berkshire Health Systems that are available close to home here in the Northern Berkshires.

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

Discover the healthcare services provided by Berkshire Health Systems that are available close to home here in the Northern Berkshires.

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.

Will's pic

Introduction to Mindfulness and Health

Tuesday, March 24, 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. 

hello hola sign

¡Hablemos español! Spanish Conversation Group

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Community Event, Games & Fun, Recurring, Talks & Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Teens (age 13-18)

Únase a nosotros el último miércoles de cada mes a las 6 p.m. para conversaciones informales en español y a veces, juegos. Todos los niveles son bienvenidos. 

Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens (age 13-18)
Program Type: Community Event, Games & Fun, Recurring, Talks & Discussions
Event Details:

Únase a nosotros el último miércoles de cada mes a las 6 p.m. para conversaciones informales en español y a veces, juegos. Todos los niveles son bienvenidos. 

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.

Avian Action Committee: Bird Conservation with the Hoffmann Bird Club

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Nature & Gardening, Talks & Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Teens (age 13-18)

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

Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens (age 13-18)
Program Type: Nature & Gardening, Talks & Discussions
Event Details:

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

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.

film image

Wild Hope: Building for Birds - Film Screening and Taking Action

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Movie, Nature & Gardening, Talks & Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, School Age (age 5-12), Tweens (age 10-12), Teens (age 13-18)

Join us for a screening of "Building for Hope," a 16-minute documentary about the effect of building glass on bird populations and innovative solutions to this problem.

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

Join us for a screening of "Building for Hope," a 16-minute documentary about the effect of building glass on bird populations and innovative solutions to this problem.

Will's pic

Introduction to Mindfulness and Health

Tuesday, March 31, 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. 

Will's pic

Introduction to Mindfulness and Health

Tuesday, April 7, 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. 

typewriter

First Tuesday Writing Group: Exploring the Art of Writing

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Board Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Talks & Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Teens (age 13-18)

The library is hosting a monthly writing group!  Here participants can discuss their writing goals, share their work, and invite commentary from fellow writers.

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

The library is hosting a monthly writing group!  Here participants can discuss their writing goals, share their work, and invite commentary from fellow writers.

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.

bird killed after hitting a window

Bird Conservation: "Stop the Thud"

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Nature & Gardening, Talks & Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Tweens (age 10-12), Teens (age 13-18)

"Stop the Thud" is a bird collision monitoring project launched this past fall to collect data about bird collisions into Williams College buildings in order to identify challenging areas in need of bird-friendly intervention

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

"Stop the Thud" is a bird collision monitoring project launched this past fall to collect data about bird collisions into Williams College buildings in order to identify challenging areas in need of bird-friendly intervention

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Introduction to Mindfulness and Health

Tuesday, April 14, 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. 

Grey catbird, Mass Audubon

Birding for Beginners, with Mass Audubon

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Community Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Program Type:
Nature & Gardening, Talks & Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Family, School Age (age 5-12), Tweens (age 10-12), Teens (age 13-18)

Experience the excitement of discovering new things and deepen your connection to the natural world by taking up a new hobby: birding!

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

Experience the excitement of discovering new things and deepen your connection to the natural world by taking up a new hobby: birding!

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.