Upcoming Events

Featured Events

soil blocking

Soil Blocking Workshop, with the UMass Aggie Seed Library

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library

Program Type:

Nature & Gardening, Workshop

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: Nature & Gardening, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Thinking about starting seeds indoors?  Learn about the benefits of using soil blocks instead of plastic trays.

Sister Noel dancing

Roots & Rhythms: African Dance and Music Adventures

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Community Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library

Program Type:

Community Event, Health & Wellness, Workshop

Age Group:

Everyone
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.

Donate Blood photo

Berkshire Health Systems Bloodmobile

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 9:00am - 2:00pm
Parking Lot at David and Joyce Milne Public Library

Program Type:

Community Event, Health & Wellness, Other

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Parking Lot
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Event, Health & Wellness, Other
Event Details:

The Berkshire Health Systems Bloodmobile will be in the library's parking lot on Monday, April 13th from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Join us to make a difference by donating blood and helping those in need!

Crews

The Hoosic River: A Poem, with David Crews

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library

Program Type:

Author Talk, 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: Author Talk, Nature & Gardening, Talks & Discussions
Event Details:

Join us for a poetry reading by Vermonters David Crews and Piper Campbell, in celebration of National Poetry Month and Earth Day.

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)
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!

neon trivia time sign

Trivia Night!

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library

Program Type:

Community Event, Games & Fun

Age Group:

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

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

book cover

"Sustainabili - Reads" Book Group meeting

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Board Room at David and Joyce Milne Public Library

Program Type:

Book Club, Nature & Gardening

Age Group:

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

We're now hosting a library discussion group covering all things sustainability-related!

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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. 

Closed for Patriots' Day

10:00am–5:30pm
Closing
Branches:
David and Joyce Milne Public Library

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. 

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. 

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. 

Delayed Opening - Morning Closure for Staff Training

8:00am–1:00pm
Closing
Branches:
David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Description:

The library will open at 1:00 pm today due to staff training.

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. 

Community Craft Supply Swap

11:00am–2:00pm
Everyone
Community Room
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Event
Event Details:

Do you have a plethora of craft supplies that you are looking to get rid of? Are you on the hunt for craft supplies to finish your project?

ArtWeek Berkshires-Create@Milne!

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, School Age (age 5-12), Tweens (age 10-12), Teens (age 13-18)
Meeting Room
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, School Age (age 5-12), Tweens (age 10-12), Teens (age 13-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

WATERCOLOR STENCIL ART. An art drop-in event in celebration of ArtWeek Berkshires. Join us to experiment with watercolor paints, stencils, pressed leaves and more. Dress for mess.

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. 

Art Drop-In: Collaged Postage Stamps

12:00pm–3:00pm
Everyone
Meeting Room
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Event Details:

Tour the world at the library! 🌎 But first, you need your own personalized stamp for your travel guide. Create your own stamp using collaging techniques, art supplies, and more!

Disclaimer(s)

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

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.

Closed for Memorial Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
David and Joyce Milne Public Library

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. 

Cultural Showcase

11:00am–3:00pm
Everyone
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Games & Fun, Performance
Event Details:

The David and Joyce Milne Public Library was awarded a grant from the Massachusetts Cultural Council to host a Cultural Showcase this spring.

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. 

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. 

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. 

Closed for Juneteenth

All Day
Closing
Branches:
David and Joyce Milne Public Library

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. 

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. 

Kids Crafternoon

1:00pm–4:00pm
School Age (age 5-12), Tweens (age 10-12), Teens (age 13-18)
Meeting Room
Library Branch: David and Joyce Milne Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: School Age (age 5-12), Tweens (age 10-12), Teens (age 13-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Recurring, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Time to make stuff! We'll be exploring a different craft each session, so stop in and see what's going on! All supplies are provided, thanks to the generous support of Friends of the Milne Library.

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. 

Closed for Independence Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
David and Joyce Milne Public Library

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.