Week Calendar

Featured Events

Food & Cooking Default Image: a variety of meats, fruits, vegetables, and grains assembled into small portable containers

Nutrition Series: Vegetables and Beans on a Vegan/Vegetarian Diet

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm

MS Community Room at Mason Square Branch

Program Type:

Classes & Workshops, Food & Cooking

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Library Location: Mason Square Branch

Room: MS Community Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Food & Cooking

Event Details:

Join us at the Mason Square Branch for a series of nutrition classes led by Nutrition Coordinator Abigail Killian of Western Mass Food Bank. In this SNAP-Ed funded class, you will learn about fruits, vegetables, and beans.

Arts and crafts supplies. Colored pencils, colored paper, and cutting tools

DIY Rustic Fall Designs for Wood or Fabric

Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 11:30am - 1:30pm

IO Community Room at Indian Orchard Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults

Library Location: Indian Orchard Branch

Room: IO Community Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Event Details:

Join us in making Rustic Fall Crafts with your choice of wood slices or cotton drawstring bags as your canvas! While supplies last, refreshments will be available.

Aaron Bogin album cover "Up For Air"

Rotunda Rhythms: Aaron Bogin

Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Rotunda at Central Library

Program Type:

Performances

Age Group:

Adults

Library Location: Central Library

Room: Rotunda

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Performances

Event Details:

Don't miss a special return performance from singer-songwriter Aaron Bogin!

Work & Career default image: A cartoon of a lightbulb surrounded by different charts and diagrams. It is mostly black and white with pops of primary colors.

Bizgrow: Legal Advice and Expo for Small Business

Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Wellman Hall at Central Library

Program Type:

Classes & Workshops, Community Events, Work & Careers

Age Group:

Adults

Registration Open

Library Location: Central Library

Room: Wellman Hall

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Community Events, Work & Careers

Registration Required

Event Details:

Calling current and aspiring small business owners!

Lawyers for Civil Rights are holding their second annual Western Mass BizGrow event!

Herbs and bottles of essential oils

Body Balm Workshop

Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

MS Community Room at Mason Square Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults

Library Location: Mason Square Branch

Room: MS Community Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Event Details:

Nourish your skin naturally! Delve into the world of carrier oils, essential oils, and beeswax as we guide you through this exciting session. Discover the properties of each ingredient and learn how to incorporate them into your very own blend.

A neon illustration of the artist Astrowavez sitting in a throne.

the Music Makers - Astrowavez

Monday, November 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

EFP Community Room at East Forest Park Branch

Program Type:

Computers & Technology, Performances

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Library Location: East Forest Park Branch

Room: EFP Community Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Computers & Technology, Performances

Event Details:

An evening of music and conversation with local emerging artists!

Multicolored embroidery thread arranged in a heart shape

Visible Mending Workshop

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm

CL Community Room at Central Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops

Age Group:

Adults

Registration Open

Library Location: Central Library

Room: CL Community Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us to learn the basics of visual mending! The workshop will focus on the beginner skills of how to repair and maintain clothing. You are welcome to bring an item or two to mend as we get to slow down and create together.

A hand holding a large glass jar of ambe liquid with chunks of vegetation, in front of a snowy outdoor woodland background

Learn to Make Fire Cider

Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am

CL Community Room at Central Library

Program Type:

Classes & Workshops

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Waitlist

Library Location: Central Library

Room: CL Community Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Classes & Workshops

Registration Required

Event Details:

Fire Cider is a tried and true herbal home remedy known for boosting the immune system, fighting colds and flus, easing coughs and congestion, and so much more!

Hands wearing green and pink mittens hold out a red paper heart

Giving Tree

All Day 12/1 - 1/17

Special Events

Program Type:

Community Events

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Library Location: Special Events

Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Program Type: Community Events

Event Details:

Get in the giving spirit this holiday season and drop off new/unused mittens, gloves, hats, scarves, jackets, socks, and undergarments at every library location during the month of December through January 17.

Teapot with small tea cups and a cup of coffee with cream in the shape of a heart

Community Coffee Hour

Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 10:15am - 12:00pm

Program Den at Forest Park Branch

Program Type:

Community Events, Food & Cooking

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Library Location: Forest Park Branch

Room: Program Den

Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Program Type: Community Events, Food & Cooking

Event Details:

Come enjoy a cup of coffee, tea, and other light refreshments with your neighbors!

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Time	Sun (11/02)	Mon (11/03)	Tue (11/04)	Wed (11/05)	Thu (11/06)	Fri (11/07)	Sat (11/08)
All Day		This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Crafternoon for Kids All Day Children, Tweens Mason Square Branch This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Library Location: Mason Square Branch Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join us in the Children’s Room to create exciting autumn crafts together. For families. During open hours.
		This event is in the "Adults" group Open Sew All Day Adults Mason Square Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Library Location: Mason Square Branch Room: Mason Square Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Develop your sewing skills, make new friends, and have fun! Bring your sewing projects and join a community of crafters to learn, create, and socialize. Open Sew is open to all skill levels, from beginners to experts.
7 am			This event is in the "Adults" group Municipal Election 7:00am–8:00pm Adults Mason Square Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Library Location: Mason Square Branch Room: MS Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Civic Engagement Event Details: The library will be open from 7:00AM until 8:00PM for voting.
8 am
9 am
10 am				This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Home City Families Gross Motor Play Group 10:30am–11:30am Babies & Toddlers Mason Square Branch This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Library Location: Mason Square Branch Room: MS Community Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Storytimes & Playgroups Join us for some gross motor fun to develop children's physical abilities! This is a great opportunity to meet other parents and give your child the opportunity to socialize with other children their age. No registration required. Adult must accompany children. Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. For ages 12 mos. - 6 years, siblings welcome. Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
11 am							This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Gobble Gobble Egg Hunt 11:30am–12:30pm Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens Mason Square Branch This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Library Location: Mason Square Branch Room: Mason Square Branch Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens Program Type: Games Event Details: Join us at the Mason Square Library in November for an egg hunt! Refreshments will be served to the hunters, and those cheering them on.
12 pm
1 pm						This event is in the "Adults" group Knot Just Knitters 1:00pm–2:30pm Adults Mason Square Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Library Location: Mason Square Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch, or crewel, these groups are the place for you. New members are welcome, and current members are often willing to share their skills. Some yarn and needles can be provided, but donations are always welcome.
2 pm						This event is in the "Adults" group Drop-In Tech Help from Tech Hub 2:00pm–4:00pm Adults Mason Square Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Library Location: Mason Square Branch Room: Mason Square Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops Event Details: Come get tech help from a tech expert!
3 pm			This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Cancelled Switch It Up! 3:30pm–4:30pm Children, Tweens, Teens Mason Square Branch This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Cancelled Library Location: Mason Square Branch Room: Mason Square Branch Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: Games Event Details: Visit the Mason Square Branch on Tuesday afternoons for some switch gaming!	This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Crafternoon 3:30pm–4:30pm Tweens, Teens Mason Square Branch This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Library Location: Mason Square Branch Age Group: Tweens, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join us for some after-school crafting on the 1st Wednesday of the month! Some examples are soap making, painting, and glitter bottles!
4 pm					This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Let's Play. . . 4:00pm–5:00pm Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults Mason Square Branch This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Location: Mason Square Branch Room: Mason Square Branch Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults Program Type: Games Event Details: Surprise! Each month we will play a new game such as Dominoes, Checkers, Scrabble and many others! For families.
5 pm					This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Nutrition Series: Vegetables and Beans on a Vegan/Vegetarian Diet 5:00pm–7:00pm Teens, Adults Mason Square Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Location: Mason Square Branch Room: MS Community Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Food & Cooking Event Details: Join us at the Mason Square Branch for a series of nutrition classes led by Nutrition Coordinator Abigail Killian of Western Mass Food Bank. In this SNAP-Ed funded class, you will learn about fruits, vegetables, and beans.