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Blind Date with a Book

All Day 2/1 - 3/1
Adults
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

We are once again hosting Blind Date with a Book!  Throughout the month of February, you can check out a disguised library book using its "pickup line" only!  Take a look at the wrapped titles, select a book, and check it out.

1:1 Tech Time w/ Douglas

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Everyone, Adults
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Age Group: Everyone, Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Join Douglas, our tech intern, to support you with all tech inquiries!

Douglas will be providing 1 hour tech time sessions now until May 9th. 

Friendship Bracelets for Tweens & Teens!

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Tweens (age 10-12), Teens (age 13-18)
Meeting Room
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens (age 10-12), Teens (age 13-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Teens & Tweens (ages 10-18), join us for a casual crafting day, make a pile of friendship bracelets for yourself and to share! All library events are free. We will have all of the supplies you need.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Knitting (and Crocheting and Other Fiber Arts) Group

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Everyone, Adults
Board Room
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Board 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.

1:1 Tech Time w/ Aunonto

11:00am - 4:00pm
Everyone, Adults
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Age Group: Everyone, Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Join Aunonto, our January Education Outreach & Tech Support Intern, to support you with all tech inquiries!

Aunonto will be providing 1 hour tech time sessions now until May 9th. 

Open Gaming and VR (Session A)

12:00pm - 1:30pm
Tweens (age 10-12), Teens (age 13-18)
Community Room
Register Now!
Registration
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Tweens (age 10-12), Teens (age 13-18)
Program Type: Games & Fun
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

One Up Games brings the games to you! Systems include PS4, XBox-S, Switch, and Oculus Quest 2. 

REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Space is limited - sign up for one of the 90-minute gaming sessions (A or B). 

Disclaimer(s)

Attendees of the program must follow both the Patron Behavior 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 Game Gathering

1:00pm - 3:30pm
Everyone, Tweens (age 10-12), Teens (age 13-18)
Board Room
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Everyone, Tweens (age 10-12), Teens (age 13-18)
Program Type: Games & Fun
Event Details:

Please join Steve Kurzban, of Berkshire Gamers, for a monthly board game meetup here at the Milne!  A wide variety of board games will be played, and adults and teenagers of all levels are welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Attendees of the program must follow both the Meeting Room Policy and the Patron Behavior Policy. 

Attendees of the program must follow both the Patron Behavior policy and the policy regarding Unattended Children. 

Open Gaming and VR (Session B)

1:30pm - 3:00pm
Tweens (age 10-12), Teens (age 13-18)
Community Room
Register Now!
Registration
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Tweens (age 10-12), Teens (age 13-18)
Program Type: Games & Fun
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

One Up Games brings the games to you! Systems include PS4, XBox-S, Switch, and Oculus Quest 2. 

REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Space is limited - sign up for one of the 90-minute gaming sessions (A or B). 

Disclaimer(s)

Attendees of the program must follow both the Patron Behavior 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.

Goodwill Donation Truck

10:00am - 2:00pm
Adults
Parking Lot
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Parking Lot
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event

English Conversation Group

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Board Room
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event, Other, Talks & Discussions
Event Details:

Looking to practice speaking English in a friendly, informal setting? Whether you're a beginner or looking to improve your fluency, our conversation group is for you!

Disclaimer(s)

Attendees of the program must follow both the Patron Behavior policy and the policy regarding Unattended Children. 

Baby & Toddler Storytime

10:30am - 11:15am
Babies & Toddlers (age 0-2), Pre-K (age 3-5)
Community Room
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 Patron Behavior 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 at the Milne

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Meeting Room
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?  You can now join a Mahjong group that will meet every Monday afternoon.  Several experienced players will be here to lead the group and teach others how to play.

Afterschool Snacks for Teens

2:30pm - 5:00pm
Teens (age 13-18)
Teen Room
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens (age 13-18)
Program Type: Recurring
Event Details:

We will be offering afterschool snacks for teens (grades 7-12) throughout the schoolyear, excluding holidays.  Join us to fuel your busy brains!

Thank you Friends of the Milne Library for sponsoring our afternoon snack program.

Community Convos w/ Val

3:00pm - 5:30pm
Everyone
Community Room
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Event, Talks & Discussions
Event Details:

Join Val, our Community Resources Intern, to discuss social justice and how the library can connect the community with local resources. Val would love to hear any concerns you have, new things you would like to see in the library.

1:1 Tech Time w/ Douglas

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Everyone, Adults
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Age Group: Everyone, Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Join Douglas, our tech intern, to support you with all tech inquiries!

Douglas will be providing 1 hour tech time sessions now until May 9th. 

Afterschool Snacks for Teens

2:30pm - 5:00pm
Teens (age 13-18)
Teen Room
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens (age 13-18)
Program Type: Recurring
Event Details:

We will be offering afterschool snacks for teens (grades 7-12) throughout the schoolyear, excluding holidays.  Join us to fuel your busy brains!

Thank you Friends of the Milne Library for sponsoring our afternoon snack program.

Pre-K Storytime

10:30am - 11:15am
Pre-K (age 3-5), School Age (age 5-12)
Community Room
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 Patron Behavior 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.

Afterschool Snacks for Teens

2:30pm - 5:00pm
Teens (age 13-18)
Teen Room
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens (age 13-18)
Program Type: Recurring
Event Details:

We will be offering afterschool snacks for teens (grades 7-12) throughout the schoolyear, excluding holidays.  Join us to fuel your busy brains!

Thank you Friends of the Milne Library for sponsoring our afternoon snack program.

¡Hablemos español!

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Teens (age 13-18)
Community Room
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. Todos los niveles son bienvenidos.

Disclaimer(s)

Attendees of the program must follow both the Patron Behavior 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.

Afterschool Snacks for Teens

2:30pm - 5:00pm
Teens (age 13-18)
Teen Room
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens (age 13-18)
Program Type: Recurring
Event Details:

We will be offering afterschool snacks for teens (grades 7-12) throughout the schoolyear, excluding holidays.  Join us to fuel your busy brains!

Thank you Friends of the Milne Library for sponsoring our afternoon snack program.

Math Help with Mace Foehl

4:30pm - 8:00pm
Youth, School Age (age 5-12), Tweens (age 10-12), Teens (age 13-18)
Reference Area
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Reference Area
Age Group: Youth, School Age (age 5-12), Tweens (age 10-12), Teens (age 13-18)
Program Type: Other, Workshop
Event Details:

We're excited to announce a fantastic opportunity for students in our community! Mace Foehl, a retired mathematics educator with 37 years of experience at Northfield Mount Hermon School, is offering free math help sessions at the library.

(More) Mahjong at the Milne

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Community Room
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Fun
Event Details:

Are you interested in playing American Mahjong? Join this additional Mahjong group that will meet every first and third Thursday evening of the month (except in January).

1:1 Tech Time w/ Douglas

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Everyone, Adults
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Age Group: Everyone, Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Join Douglas, our tech intern, to support you with all tech inquiries!

Douglas will be providing 1 hour tech time sessions now until May 9th. 

Mystery Book Group

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Adults
Board Room
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Community Event: Free and open to the public!
The Mystery Book Group typically meets monthly the last Friday of the month at the library, 1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.