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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.

flyer with a book jacket for title Owl Moon

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!

ging bird house

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!

movie poster

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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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?  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.

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!

1:1 Tech Time w/ Madysen

9:30am–12:30pm
Everyone, Adults
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Age Group: Everyone, Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Join Madysen, our Library Services and Engagement Intern, to support you with all tech inquiries!

Madysen will be providing 1-hour tech time sessions now until April 2nd.

Introduction to Mindfulness and Health

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Board Room
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. 

Basic Fitness Class with Devin Raber

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adults
Community Room
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

This class will use mini bands and other sparse equipment (tennis balls), and bodyweight exercises that make fitness simple and more accessible.

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.

Canva Help Drop-Ins

2:00pm–3:30pm
Everyone
Reference Area
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. 

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!

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 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.

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!

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Board Room
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.

1:1 Tech Time w/ Madysen

9:30am–12:30pm
Everyone, Adults
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Age Group: Everyone, Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Join Madysen, our Library Services and Engagement Intern, to support you with all tech inquiries!

Madysen will be providing 1-hour tech time sessions now until April 2nd.

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!

(More) Mahjong at the Milne

5:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Board Room
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.

Scrolling Stories: A Webcomics Info Session

6:00pm–7:00pm
Everyone, Adults, Youth, Teens (age 13-18)
Meeting Room
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.

Book Talk: Nothing Happens Overnight, by Eric Wilson

6:30pm–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: Author Talk
Event Details:

Local author & activist Eric Wilson will discuss his autobiography, Nothing Happens Overnight, the memoirs of a man who’s spent a lifetime advocating for people with disabilities.

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.

Knitting (and Crocheting and Other Fiber Arts) Group

2:00pm–4:00pm
Everyone, Adults
Meeting Room
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.

Weekly Crochet Circle: Berkshires Satellite Coral Reef

2:00pm–4:00pm
Everyone
Meeting Room
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Event
Event Details:

In partnership with Williams College, the Berkshires Satellite Reef—part of the worldwide Crochet Coral Reef by artists Christine and Margaret Wertheim and the Institute for Fig

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!

Roots & Rhythms: African Dance and Music Adventures

1:30pm–2:30pm
Everyone
Community Room
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Event, Health & Wellness, Workshop
Event Details:

Noel Staples-Freeman (Sister Noel) is a teaching artist & Cultural Ambassador of African Rooted Dance and Music, Founder of Uprising Dance Theatre & Berkshire African Dance & Drum Collective (BADD) Collective.

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.

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens!

1:30pm–3:30pm
Teens (age 13-18)
Board Room
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. 

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens!

1:30pm–3:30pm
Teens (age 13-18)
Meeting Room
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. 

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

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 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 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?  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.