Milne Mail: David & Joyce Milne Public Library, Weekly Newsletter
Friday, April 19th, 2024
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Hello, and Happy Friday! 

We were starting to think that perhaps we would never be able to say this... Spring is here! If you don't believe us, take a look at the beautiful blossoms here at the library. And while you're at it, perhaps check out a book or two for some outdoors reading?  


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Gentle Yoga With Mary Edgerton

Thursday, April 25th

10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

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Movie: See How They Run

Friday, April 26th

3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

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Adults

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Talk: Magical Wings at Mountain Meadow

Saturday, April 27th

11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

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Adults

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Walk: Magical Wings at Mountain Meadow

Saturday, April 27th

1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

at Mountain Meadow

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Adults

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Gallery Tour: 1874, A Significant Year

Saturday, April 27th

2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

at the Clark Art Institute

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Adults

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Mass. Dementia Friendly Caregiver Support Group

Wednesday, May 1st

11:0 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.


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Can You Guess Who in These Haiku?

As part of poetry month, we have invited members of our community to write their own Guessing Haiku - a haiku that challenges the reader to guess its subject. 


You can read all of the excellent submissions we have received so far on the wall near the Teen Room. In the meantime, can you guess what these two patron-submitted haiku are about? 

Rapid beating wings

Iridescent feathers fly

Sipping sweet nectar

What Is It?

Fresh from snow capped hills

Graceful in a merry dance

Clear blue waters flow. 

What Is It?

Were you able to guess the subject of either of those haiku? Perhaps you're even feeling inspired! If you would like to submit your own Guessing Haiku, head over to our blog post via the link below for more information. We would love to see and share what you create! 

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Consumer Reports Library Membership

Did you know you can access Consumer Reports online with your library card? Our membership provides you access to unbiased ratings and reviews for products and services, as well as trusted advice and in-depth reporting. You can also browse an archive for the Consumer Reports magazine.


Current featured articles include How to Protect Yourself From Pesticides in Produce, Ways to Save When Buying Organic, and more! 

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Williamstown Spring Litter Cleanup Day 2024

Participate in a spring Litter Cleanup Action Day! Volunteers are needed to pick up trash along roadways, parks, and riverbanks all across town. Check-in at Field Park or at Bloedel Park anytime between 9:00 a.m. and noon for instructions and a trash bag.

Please wear bright clothes and appropriate shoes and work gloves. Come for an hour or more. Kids are welcome! Please let your high schoolers know that if they participate, they can get their Community Service papers for student volunteers signed.


Contact: Anne O’Connor anne.she.can@gmail.com
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Saturday, April 20th

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Field Park, Williamstown, and Bloedel Park, South Williamstown


HEAVY RAIN CANCELS — a new date will be posted on Facebook & email.

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Storytimes

Baby & Toddler: Mondays at 10:30 a.m.

Songs and stories aimed at babies and toddlers, but older kids are welcome too.


Pre-K: Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.

We'll be reading lots of picture books for the pre-K age group; any age kids are welcome to join.

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April Hours

Wed.   11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Thu.    11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Fri.      11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Sat.     11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Sun.    11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Mon.    CLOSED*

Tues.    CLOSED

*Open Patriot's Day, 4/15, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

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David and Joyce Milne Public Library
1095 Main Street, Williamstown, Massachusetts 01267
413-458-5369

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