Join us for a chat with New York Times bestselling author Stephanie Land as she talks to us about her new memoir, Class: A Memoir of Motherhood, Hunger, and Higher Education.
About the Author: Stephanie Land is the author of the New York Times bestseller Maid: Hard Work, Low Pay, and a Mother’s Will to Survive, called “a testimony…worth listening to,” by The New York Times and inspiration for the Netflix series "Maid." Her writing focuses on social and economic justice and parenting under the poverty line.
Are you curious about how to get started on a family tree or how to use the census, vital records, and family mementos? Book a one-on-one appointment with Brian Tabor, former Forbes circulation manager and genealogist, and learn how to use the library's genealogy resources such as Ancestry, Heritage Quest and American Ancestors databases.
Email archives@forbeslibrary.org to book an appointment. The Hampshire Room for Local History is also open on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays 10am-2pm for appointments and drop in research.
During this live, interactive workshop learn about the current types of interviews and how best to prepare yourself for them. We will review commonly asked questions and how you can respond to them as well as discuss questions you should bring.
Register online or call the Greenfield office at 800-457-2603 or 413-774-4361 the day before to sign up. Please call the Greenfield office if you wish to come in person. Instructions on how to join the workshop through Zoom will be provided separately.
Bring your voice, friends, and optional musical instruments to sing and play along. Seasonal songs selected from The Daily Ukulele will be projected on a screen for easy reading. Come join in the holiday fun!
Donations will be gratefully accepted to benefit the Interfaith Winter Shelter. Hosted by the Ukulele Strum Group.
Do you need a little help using a computer or tech device? Come to a drop-in tech help session! Bring your device, or use one of the library's computers, to have your questions answered by a knowledgeable volunteer.
Every Tuesday, teens ages 12+ are invited to play our Nintendo Switch in the YA Room! We'll have enough controllers for 8 players at a time. Challenge your friends to a Mario Kart race, try out new games, and meet fellow gamers!
This program is for teens only; we have a separate game time for players under the age of 12.
Curious about learning how to play? Know how it works but looking for other players? All are welcome! Bring your own decks to use if you have them, or if you don't have any cards - that's OK - Forbes will provide cards to use at the library!
This program is for ages 10+ and meets biweekly in the Community Room. Questions? Email jvrysen@forbeslibrary.org.
We've got bricks, baseplates and minifigs - now all we need is you! Join us on Mondays at 3:30 in the Community Room. Pick a design challenge out of the bowl or simply build a creation of your own choosing. This program is great for ages 4+.
Join us on Zoom to discuss this month's book, for ages 9-14. Email childrens@forbeslibrary.org to register and receive the Zoom meeting link!
About the book: "When during the Swift Family Reunion someone gives Arch-Aunt Schadenfreude a deadly push down the stairs, Shenanigan Swift, who has a penchant for mischief, decides to become a detective and solve this mysterious case."
Learn how to draw your favorite Pokémon characters including Pikachu! Pop Up Art School will show you how to draw step-by-step using basic shapes and easy to follow instructions.
Registration required! This event is limited to 15 people. For ages 7 to 12.
Baby Storytime: Tuesday, December 12, 10-11am. Join us for stories, songs, and puppets. We'll do a 20-minute storytime together, then put out toys for free play and social time. For babies under 18 months and their caregivers.
Sing songs and read books in English and Spanish! This event is best suited for children ages 1.5-3. / ¡Canta canciones y lee libros en ingles y español! Este evento es apropriado para niños de edades 1.5-3.
Preschool Storytime:Thursday, December 14, 10:30-11:30am. Join us for books, songs, and puppets and participate in an open-ended art activity designed to encourage creativity. Great for ages 3-5.
Paintings by Gillian Haven and Cynthia Chamberland; Mixed Media by Debra Hoyle
December 2-28, 2023
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Friends of Forbes Winter Newsletter
The Winter 2023 newsletter is out! In it you'll find recaps of fall events, exciting archives acquisitions, and a spotlight on our Library of Things.
Read it online or pick up a print copy in the library.
Vote for the Friends of Forbes
Florence Savings Bank donates to local nonprofits in their annual Customers' Choice Community Grants Program, and you decide who gets the money! You can help the Friends of Forbes Library win.
Visit Florence Savings Bank's online form or cast your paper vote in the box at the library Main Desk. Cast your vote by December 31!
Once a month, join us for a guided tour of our grand Victorian building, where we will present a brief introduction to the library's history and an overview of what awaits you on each floor.
Preregistration is appreciated but not required. For more information, contact Mary in Borrower Services at 413-587-1011 ext. 4522 or mbiddle@forbeslibrary.org.
In addition to this newsletter, we have several other lists you can sign up for to receive news about film programs at the library, new and bestselling books, local history events, and more.
