Happy Holidays  from the Agawam Public Library!
On behalf of the staff of the Agawam Public Library, I wish you Peace, Joy, and Good Health this holiday season!  We are grateful to our friends at the Senior Center for making space for the library to continue serving our wonderful patrons. I look forward to the return to our beloved Cooper Street building in the new year, and to seeing you there!
Best wishes, 
Nancy Siegel, Director
 
December Events
How to Go on Snow & Ice
December 1 @ 6:00 p.m.
This is a virtual event.
Click the image to register.  

 
Christmas Charity in the Gilded Age
December 14 @ 3:00 p.m.
This is an in-person event.
Click the image to register. 
Merry Monday Madness
Holiday-Themed Game Nights

Mondays 12/6 & 12/13 @ 6:00 p.m.
 
Join us for All-Ages Game Nights! On Mondays, December 6th and 13th at 6:00 p.m., the Agawam Library is partnering with the Agawam Senior Center for two nights of holiday fun.
Test your knowledge about holiday movies, traditions and songs! And be sure to brush up on your word game skills!  Each night will feature holiday-themed trivia and a rousing game (or two) of Scattergories.
Teams, families and individuals are encouraged to join in the fun. Content is appropriate for grade 5 and above. 
Merry Monday Game Nights will be held on the lower level of the Agawam Senior Center.  Refreshments will be served and fun prizes will be awarded for game winners.
Wear your ugliest holiday apparel and you could also win a prize! These programs are free and all are welcome! This is an in-person event. Please click here to register or call (413) 789-1550 X4. 
Phantom Sheep's 
LaughCrafters Holiday Show
Thursday 12/16 @ 6:00 p.m.


Live Improv & Sketch Comedy! Celebrate the season with interactive, unscripted scenes created right before your eyes! Great for teens and adults as  it may contain satire and parody.
 
This is an in-person event. Please click here to register or call the library (413) 789-1550 X4. 
You Won't Want to Miss This!
Bestselling Author David Baldacci
Virtual Discussion
Thursday, December 9 @ 7:00 p.m.
 
Bestselling author David Baldacci will discuss his latest book, Mercy, via Zoom.
 
About The Author: David Baldacci is a global #1 bestselling author, and one of the world's favorite storytellers. His books are published in over forty-five languages and in more than eighty countries, with 150 million copies sold worldwide. His works have been adapted for both feature film and television. David Baldacci is also the cofounder, along with his wife, of the Wish You Well Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting literacy efforts across America. Still a resident of his native Virginia, he invites you to visit him at DavidBaldacci.com and his foundation at WishYouWellFoundation.org.
 
This event is hosted by the Tewksbury Public Library in collaboration with Wellesley Books and many other Massachusetts Public Libraries.
 
Please follow this link to register 
 
Agawam Participants who register will be eligible to enter a drawing for a signed copy of Mercy. 
Adult Grab &  Go Craft Returns!
Adult Grab and Go Craft Bag is back!  This month the crafts are a surprise, but focus on homemade wrapping ideas that can be adapted for other holidays and celebrations.
 
Pick up bags at the Information Desk at the Senior Center, which is to the left of the Welcome Desk as you enter the building. One per person please, while supplies last. 
 
Click here to register. Or call (413) 789-1550 X4
Time to Update Your Resume?

Get ready for the new year with a brand new or reformatted resume! Reach out to Jackie Owens for assistance in designing, formatting and editing your resume. Jackie provides this service free of charge. 
 
Jackie Owens: (413) 786-0606
Drop-In Tech Help

Looking for a little guidance on how to use one of our digital or streaming services? We can help! Laura at the Library is available most evenings for drop-in assistance or you can call to schedule another time. Stay tuned for more formal classes in January! Give Laura a call at the Information Desk (413) 789-1550 X4.
 
December Holiday Hours

Thursday, December 23:     Open 8:00a-12:00p
Friday, December 24:          CLOSED
Saturday, December 25:      CLOSED
 
Friday, December 31:           CLOSED
Saturday, January 1:            CLOSED