Apr
17
Wed
Time to Make Art with Jeff Mack!
Apr 17 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Join local author/illustrator Jeff Mack to celebrate his amazing new book, learn about artists from around the world, their art and their ideas. There will be a drawing activity as well as time to ask Jeff questions. This is a special event, not to be missed! Registration is encouraged–stop by the library, give us a call at 413-527-1031, or send us an email at youthdept@ewmlibrary.org.

Tech Help with Stephanie
Apr 17 @ 2:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Tech Help with Stephanie

Request an appointment at tinyurl.com/epl-tech-help

Stephanie will offer 30 minute sessions every other Wednesday from 2:30-5:30pm. Read more about it at ewmlibrary.org/tech-help/.

NEW DATE! – Valley Bloomers: The Tulip-Not Just Another Pretty Face @ Easthampton Public Library
Apr 17 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

NEW DATE -Valley Bloomers Garden Club hosts speaker Ginny Blake to discuss The Tulip: Not Just Another Pretty Face. Free and open to all.

Learn the fascinating history of this beloved spring bulb as well as view the many stunning varieties in bloom at the Keukenhof in Holland at the height of the tulip season.
Apr
18
Thu
Office Hours with Liz Plouffe, Easthampton Community Social Worker
Apr 18 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Photo of Liz Plouffe, Easthampton Community Social Worker.Easthampton Community Social Worker Liz Plouffe joins us for ‘office hours’ in the alcove. Bring your questions about City services, mental health resources, elder care support, or other needs! Questions? Reach out to Liz at: eplouffe@easthamptonma.gov or 413-529-1400 ext. 106

Apr
19
Fri
Cardboard Adventures!
Apr 19 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Come make a dinosaur or unicorn or jewelry or anything else your heart desires out of cardboard! This process-oriented program will get us all thinking about design and construction. Registration is recommended–stop by the library, give us a call at 413-0527-1031, or send us an email at youthdept@ewmlibrary.org.

Reading with Molly!
Apr 19 @ 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Reading with Molly!

Molly is a Bright Spot Therapy Dog who likes to hear stories and look at the pictures. We will have sign ups for 10 minute slots with her as a reading buddy. Sign up for a timeslot here in person or by calling us at 413-527-1031 or emailing us at youthdept@ewmlibrary.org.

Apr
20
Sat
Sack of Spuds! – Learn to Grow Potatoes in Containers
Apr 20 @ 10:30 am – 12:00 pm

Join local author and sustainable preparedness expert Kathy Harrison for a presentation on growing potatoes in containers (with a bonus tour of our updated Seed Library). Participants will leave with potato starts and the knowledge needed to grow their own container of potatoes this very summer.

All ages 9+ are welcome. Space is limited to 25 participants so please remember to register! All registrants are encouraged to share a photo or file of their favorite potato recipe, to be included in the presentation handout. UPDATE: THIS EVENT IS NOW FULL, BUT USE THE LINK ABOVE TO SIGN UP FOR THE WAITLIST–WE’LL GET AS MANY FOLKS IN AS POSSIBLE!