Greenfield Public Library
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Needleworker’s Guild: Embroidery for Everyone
Greenfield Public Library 412 Main St, Greenfield, MA, United StatesJoin us on Monday, April 6 at 6:00 pm, for a cozy, creative embroidery workshop that meets once a month in the GPL Makerspace! Whether you’re brand new to embroidery or already have a project underway, this is the perfect space to learn, stitch, and connect. Each session will cover essential embroidery basics—like simple stitches, hooping techniques, and finishing touches—while also giving you plenty of time to continue your own projects at a relaxed pace. Bring your own materials or borrow ours. All are welcome from beginners to pro stitchers! This month we’ll be making embroidered felt bookmarks! This program, generously supported by the Friends of Greenfield Public Library, is free and intended for teens and adults, ages 13+. No experience is necessary. For more information please contact librarian Francesca: [email protected] or 413-772-1544 x5120.
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GPL Lego Club (drop-in)
Greenfield Public Library 412 Main St, Greenfield, MA, United StatesCome be a part of the kids' GPL Lego Club! Legos will be available to play with in the Children's Room every Monday from 3:30 - 5pm. Complete one of the given challenges or make your own creation to be put on display until the next week. This program, made possible through the generosity of the Friends of the Greenfield Public Library, is free and recommended for children age 3+. For more information, contact Children’s Librarian Ellen Lavoie at [email protected] or call 413-772-1544 x5104.
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Chess Club
Greenfield Public Library 412 Main St, Greenfield, MA, United StatesMeet up with other chess players on the 2nd floor of the Greenfield Public Library. All ages and skill levels are welcome, for both casual and serious games. Chess instruction is available for beginners, and anyone wanting to learn the game. Chess sets will be provided, but feel free to bring your own! This program is free and open to all, but children must be accompanied by an adult.
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Conversational Italian with Monica
Greenfield Public Library 412 Main St, Greenfield, MA, United StatesParla Italiano? Join Monica Pulci for “Conversational Italian” on Monday, October 27 at 6:30 pm in the GPL Local History room. Practice speaking Italian with a native language speaker and others who love the language in a relaxed atmosphere! Monica is a native of Umbria (Italy) who has lived in western Massachusetts and Greenfield since 1992. Monica is often seen at the GPL in her role as volunteer or with a local therapy dog organization that brings therapy dogs to visit with our patrons. Starting November 10th, Conversational Italian with Monica will meet on the second Monday of the month. For more information, contact us at [email protected], or call (413) 772-1544.
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Meet with a MassHire Young Adult Career Counselor
Greenfield Public Library 412 Main St, Greenfield, MA, United StatesOn Tuesday afternoons, between 2:30 - 4:30 pm, Young Adult Career Counselors from MassHire Franklin Hampshire hold office hours just outside the GPL Teen Room. Learn about resume writing and interviewing skills. Find out more about youth friendly jobs and internships. Sign up for MassHire programs and so much more! For more information, contact Francesca Passiglia at [email protected] or call (413) 772-1544 x5120. MassHire Franklin Hampshire Programs & Services are funded in part by the U.S. Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration Grants.
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Book Babies with Ellen Lavoie
Greenfield Public Library 412 Main St, Greenfield, MA, United StatesStory time is back, babies! Join Children’s Librarian, Ellen Lavoie, in the new Children’s Room for reading, lap bouncing, and singing on Tuesdays at 10:00 am. It’s a great way to meet other babies, new parents, and caregivers! Recommended ages for this 30-minute program are birth-18 months. For more information, contact Children’s Librarian Ellen Lavoie at [email protected] or call (413) 772-1544 x5104. This program, made possible through the generosity of the Friends of the Greenfield Public Library, is free and open to the public.
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Meet with a Young Adult Career Counselor (new date!)
Greenfield Public Library 412 Main St, Greenfield, MA, United StatesBeginning January 6, on Tuesday afternoons between 2:30 - 4:30 pm, Young Adult Career Counselors from MassHire Franklin Hampshire hold office hours in the GPL Teen Room. Learn about resume writing and interviewing skills. Find out more about youth friendly jobs and internships. Sign up for MassHire programs and so much more! For more information, contact Francesca Passiglia at [email protected] or call (413) 772-1544 x5120. Teen programming is made possible through the generosity of the Friends of the Greenfield Public Library and is free and open to the public.
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GPL Teens: Mac’s Board Game Night
Greenfield Public Library 412 Main St, Greenfield, MA, United StatesDo you like learning new games? Do you have a game you’d like to share? Attend our most exciting new program and enjoy an evening of fun board games and tasty pizza. Bring your favorite game along!
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Drop-In Knitting & Crochet
Greenfield Public Library 412 Main St, Greenfield, MA, United StatesDrop in to the Greenfield Public Library's Periodical Lounge for an evening of knitting and crocheting! All skill levels are welcome, whether you’re new with needles and hooks, or an old pro. Bring your own supplies, and enjoy some time working on your project while connecting with other crafters. This program, generously sponsored by the Friends of the Greenfield Public Library, is free and intended for ages 12 and up.
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FreeWrite Women’s Writing in Recovery Group
Greenfield Public Library 412 Main St, Greenfield, MA, United StatesJoin FreeWrite of Franklin County’s Amie Hyson and Gretchen Krull and other area women in our community for this creative writing workshop which encourages each participant to explore their unique voice through the written word on Tuesday nights at 6:30 pm. FreeWrite believes that there is no wrong way to write, that each of us has a unique voice and that bringing that voice to life, on the page, helps us to heal & grow. No experience necessary, come as you are and meet writers in our community! Supplies will be provided. This program is free and open to all who identify as women in recovery. For further information, contact Jesse Cole at [email protected] or call (413) 772-1544.
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Toddler Time with Ellen Lavoie
Greenfield Public Library 412 Main St, Greenfield, MA, United StatesToddlers, get those wiggles out! Join Ellen Lavoie for stories, songs, and activities focused on early literacy, Wednesdays at 10:00 am in the new Children’s Room. Recommended ages for this 30–45 minute program is 18-36 months. For more information, contact Shannon Gilcreast at [email protected] or call (413) 772-1544 x5104. This program, made possible through the generosity of the Friends of the Greenfield Public Library, is free and open to the public.
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Wednesday Night Writers Workshop
Greenfield Public Library 412 Main St, Greenfield, MA, United StatesWriters are invited to attend a weekly informal gathering on Wednesday nights at 6 pm, in the GPL Local History Room, to workshop their prose and poetry in-progress. Everyone is welcome to bring three single-spaced or six double-spaced pages max and enough copies so that everyone can read along and provide feedback. Writers will take turns reading their work aloud, with a volunteer moderator leading the discussion. Writers aren’t allowed to talk while being critiqued. This program, made possible through the generosity of the Friends of the Greenfield Public Library, is free and intended for ages 12 and up.