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Friday May 24, 2013 Go To Top
elect_video_camera 10:00 AM Preschool Videos     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

We will be watching:

Click, Clack, Moo: Cows that Type
A Pocket for Corduroy

Video programs are approximately 20 - 30 minutes long.
Groups are welcome.
No registration required.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

    Location: Library Auditorium
Tuesday May 28, 2013 Go To Top
lib_bookpurple 10:00 AM Story Time     Tell a Friend
    Contact:    (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

For ages 1 1/2 - 3.
No registration required.

Children under age 10 must be accompanied by an adult, age 18 or older, at all times.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

    Location: Children's Library
 
misc_none 10:00 AM  -  11:30 AM Genealogy Workshop with Alan Horbal     Tell a Friend
   

Genealogist Alan Horbal offers a workshop on finding your ancestors using the 1900 through 1940 census along with other helpful immigration websites. This four-part series is offered in the Athenaeum Computer Lab on Tuesday, May 7, 14, 21 and 28, from 10 to 11:30 am [Morning Session] and from 1-2:30 pm [Afternoon Session]

The class is open to the public; however class is limited to 12 participants.
Registration is required and may be made through the Athenaeum Local History & Genealogy Department at 499-9480 x6.

Due to the popularity of the series, registration is limited to those who can commit to the full four weeks.

Participants encouraged to bring their own laptop; a limited number of library laptops available to registrants.
Prerequisites: Internet proficiency and an established email address.

Sponsored by The Berkshire Family History Association and The Berkshire Athenaeum.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

    Location: Computer Lab
 
misc_none 1:00 PM  -  2:30 PM Genealogy Workshop with Alan Horbal     Tell a Friend
   

Genealogist Alan Horbal offers a workshop on finding your ancestors using the 1900 through 1940 census along with other helpful immigration websites. This four-part series is offered in the Athenaeum Computer Lab on Tuesday, May 7, 14, 21 and 28, from 10 to 11:30 am [Morning Session] and from 1-2:30 pm [Afternoon Session]

The class is open to the public; however class is limited to 12 participants.
Registration is required and may be made through the Athenaeum Local History & Genealogy Department at 499-9480 x6.

Due to the popularity of the series, registration is limited to those who can commit to the full four weeks.

Participants encouraged to bring their own laptop; a limited number of library laptops available to registrants.
Prerequisites: Internet proficiency and an established email address.

Sponsored by The Berkshire Family History Association and The Berkshire Athenaeum.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

    Location: Computer Lab
Thursday May 30, 2013 Go To Top
elect_laptop.GIF 10:00 AM  -  11:30 AM Excel at Your Own Pace [Computer Lab Class]     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Reference Services Department   413 499 9480 x202   pittsref@cwmars.org
   

Participants will have the opportunity to gain experience with Excel, working through in-class examples from Excel 101, 102, 202, and Mail Merge at their own pace with instructors available to provide guidance.
(Taught by Alex & Madeline)

Preregistration required. Sign up at the Reference Desk.

Our Computer Lab sessions are taught presuming attendees’ ability to type on a computer keyboard; use either a laptop touchpad or a mouse; and enter an address in the address bar of a browser. Those who do not have these skills are welcome to sign up for our sessions; however they may find they are unable to fully participate.

Complete Schedule of Computer Lab Sessions    
    Location: Computer Lab
 
eth_pottery 7:00 PM Antiquing 101     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Reference Department   (413) 499-9480 ext 4   pittsref@cwmars.org
   

Charles Flint from Charles Flint Fine Art & Antiques in Lenox, an art & antiques dealer for 48 years and member of the New England Appraisers Association, will give information on starting Antiquing as an affordable hobby or personal interest, with tips on what to look for , where to visit, engaging stories and some show and tell.

This program is part of: Boom! Next Chapter-A Programming Series offering information & ideas on pursuing a healthy, creative and productive retirement for the generation born 1946 - 1964.

Sponsored by the Berkshire Athenaeum, in collaboration with the Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum, the Froio Center, and RSVP – Berkshire.

All programs take place at the Athenaeum, are free ….and you don’t have to be a Baby Boomer to attend!

No registration required.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

More Boom! programs    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Friday May 31, 2013 Go To Top
elect_video_camera 10:00 AM Preschool Videos     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

We will be watching:

The Caterpillar and the Polliwog
Officer Buckle and Gloria
Petunia

Video programs are approximately 20 - 30 minutes long.
Groups are welcome.
No registration required.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

    Location: Library Auditorium
Tuesday June 4, 2013 Go To Top
lib_book_red 5:30 PM  -  6:30 PM Every Child Ready to Read: Fun with Science & Math     Tell a Friend
   

A series of early literacy workshops for families with children birth - age 5. Why is early literacy so important? Because it helps children develop the skills they need for success later in school and beyond. These session will help parents help their children develop early literacy practices: talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.

All programming is FREE. To register, contact the Athenaeum Children's Library at (413) 499-9480 x203

Tuesday Evenings for Parents & Children: 5:30 - 6:30 pm

     May 7: Fun with Letters
     May 14: Fun with Words
     June 4: Fun with Science & Math
     June 25: Parent Workshop with separate programming for children

Saturday Mornings for Parents & Children: 10:30 - 11:30 am

     April 6: Fun for Parents & Children
     May 11: Fun with Letters
     June 8: Fun with Science & Math

The workshops include activity sessions, information and lessons for parents to utilize with their children to help them understand how they can infuse literacy into their child's life from a young age.

Presented by Wee Read , the Pittsfield Coordinated Family and Community Engagement grant and supported by Pittsfield Promise and the Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.
Funded by a Coordinator of Family and Community Engagement (CFCE) grant through the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care, through the Pittsfield Public Schools.

    Location: Library Auditorium
Wednesday June 5, 2013 Go To Top
elect_camera 12:00 PM  -  1:00 PM Digital Photography: Part 1     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Reference Department   (413) 499-9480 ext 4   pittsref@cwmars.org
   

Digital Photography:Getting Started & Getting Better. A Brown Bag Series

Bring your lunch: Beverages & dessert on us!

Part 1: How You and Your Camera Make a Photograph presented by Jack Sprano

This program is part of: Boom! Next Chapter-A Programming Series offering information & ideas on pursuing a healthy, creative and productive retirement for the generation born 1946 - 1964.

Sponsored by the Berkshire Athenaeum, in collaboration with the Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum, the Froio Center, and RSVP – Berkshire.

All programs take place at the Athenaeum, are free ….and you don’t have to be a Baby Boomer to attend!

No registration required.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

More Boom! programs    
    Location: Library Auditorium
 
elect_laptop.GIF 5:30 PM  -  7:00 PM Intro to PowerPoint 2007 [Computer Lab Class]     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Reference Services Department   413 499 9480 x202   pittsref@cwmars.org
   

Learn the basics of creating effective presentations in PowerPoint
(Taught by Jeanne)

Preregistration required. Sign up at the Reference Desk.

Our Computer Lab sessions are taught presuming attendees’ ability to type on a computer keyboard; use either a laptop touchpad or a mouse; and enter an address in the address bar of a browser. Those who do not have these skills are welcome to sign up for our sessions; however they may find they are unable to fully participate.

Complete Schedule of Computer Lab Sessions    
    Location: Computer Lab
Thursday June 6, 2013 Go To Top
ent_sock_puppet.GIF 10:00 AM Play & Learn with Jenn!     Tell a Friend
    Contact:    (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

For ages 1 1/2 - 5.

No registration required.

Come hear stories, sing songs and play some games!

This playgroup is cosponsored by Coordinated Family and Community Engagement (CFCE) and the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Children under age 10 must be accompanied by an adult, age 18 or older, at all times.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

    Location: Children's Library
 
food_meal 7:00 PM Creating Interesting Vegetarian Meals     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Reference Department   (413) 499-9480 ext 4   pittsref@cwmars.org
   

A presenter from Stockbridge Herbs will be here with ideas on creating interesting vegetarian meals!

This program is part of: Boom! Next Chapter-A Programming Series offering information & ideas on pursuing a healthy, creative and productive retirement for the generation born 1946 - 1964.

Sponsored by the Berkshire Athenaeum, in collaboration with the Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum, the Froio Center, and RSVP – Berkshire.

All programs take place at the Athenaeum, are free ….and you don’t have to be a Baby Boomer to attend!

No registration required.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

More Boom! programs    
    Location: Library Auditorium
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Saturday June 8, 2013 Go To Top
lib_book_red 10:30 AM  -  11:30 AM Every Child Ready to Read: Fun with Science & Math     Tell a Friend
   

A series of early literacy workshops for families with children birth - age 5. Why is early literacy so important? Because it helps children develop the skills they need for success later in school and beyond. These session will help parents help their children develop early literacy practices: talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.

All programming is FREE. To register, contact the Athenaeum Children's Library at (413) 499-9480 x203

Tuesday Evenings for Parents & Children: 5:30 - 6:30 pm

     May 7: Fun with Letters
     May 14: Fun with Words
     June 4: Fun with Science & Math
     June 25: Parent Workshop with separate programming for children

Saturday Mornings for Parents & Children: 10:30 - 11:30 am

     April 6: Fun for Parents & Children
     May 11: Fun with Letters
     June 8: Fun with Science & Math

The workshops include activity sessions, information and lessons for parents to utilize with their children to help them understand how they can infuse literacy into their child's life from a young age.

Presented by Wee Read , the Pittsfield Coordinated Family and Community Engagement grant and supported by Pittsfield Promise and the Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.
Funded by a Coordinator of Family and Community Engagement (CFCE) grant through the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care, through the Pittsfield Public Schools.

    Location: Library Auditorium
 
lib_book_pencil 2:00 PM  -  5:00 PM Berkshire Writers Room     Tell a Friend
   

Berkshire Writers room presents four free workshops:
  • Writing with Music
  • Writing with Art
  • Memoir Writing
  • Publishing a Chapbook

Also visit our Authors' Table.

Free and open to the public.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

About the Berkshire Writers Room    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Wednesday June 12, 2013 Go To Top
elect_camera 12:00 PM  -  1:00 PM Digital Photography: Part 2     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Reference Department   (413) 499-9480 ext 4   pittsref@cwmars.org
   

Digital Photography:Getting Started & Getting Better. A Brown Bag Series

Bring your lunch: Beverages & dessert on us!

Part 2: Making the Most of Your Point-and-Shoot Digital Camera presented by Art Gordon

This program is part of: Boom! Next Chapter-A Programming Series offering information & ideas on pursuing a healthy, creative and productive retirement for the generation born 1946 - 1964.

Sponsored by the Berkshire Athenaeum, in collaboration with the Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum, the Froio Center, and RSVP – Berkshire.

All programs take place at the Athenaeum, are free ….and you don’t have to be a Baby Boomer to attend!

No registration required.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

More Boom! programs    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Thursday June 13, 2013 Go To Top
ent_sock_puppet.GIF 10:00 AM Play & Learn with Jenn!     Tell a Friend
    Contact:    (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

For ages 1 1/2 - 5.

No registration required.

Come hear stories, sing songs and play some games!

This playgroup is cosponsored by Coordinated Family and Community Engagement (CFCE) and the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Children under age 10 must be accompanied by an adult, age 18 or older, at all times.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

    Location: Children's Library
 
elect_laptop.GIF 7:00 PM Food Glorious Food: Exploring the Exciting World of Food Blogs with Shelley Quezada     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Reference Department   (413) 499-9480 ext 4   pittsref@cwmars.org
   

Shelly Quezada, a consultant for the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners and adjunct professor at Simmons College Graduate School of Library and Information Science,lifelong gardener and enthusiastic cook, will share some of her favorite food blogs and discuss how some have been turned into successful cookbooks.

This program is part of: Boom! Next Chapter-A Programming Series offering information & ideas on pursuing a healthy, creative and productive retirement for the generation born 1946 - 1964.

Sponsored by the Berkshire Athenaeum, in collaboration with the Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum, the Froio Center, and RSVP – Berkshire.

All programs take place at the Athenaeum, are free ….and you don’t have to be a Baby Boomer to attend!

No registration required.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

More Boom! programs    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Saturday June 15, 2013 Go To Top
lib_book_red 2:00 PM Stephanie Abrams     Tell a Friend
   

Meet Stephanie Abrams, radio personality and travel writer, as she introduces her new novel, Rumors at the Berkshire Athenaeum. Free and open to the public.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

About Stephanie Abrams    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Wednesday June 19, 2013 Go To Top
elect_camera 12:00 PM  -  1:00 PM Digital Photography: Part 3     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Reference Department   (413) 499-9480 ext 4   pittsref@cwmars.org
   

Digital Photography:Getting Started & Getting Better. A Brown Bag Series

Bring your lunch: Beverages & dessert on us!

Part 3: What Do I Do with All of these Photos? presented by Mike Powers

This program is part of: Boom! Next Chapter-A Programming Series offering information & ideas on pursuing a healthy, creative and productive retirement for the generation born 1946 - 1964.

Sponsored by the Berkshire Athenaeum, in collaboration with the Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum, the Froio Center, and RSVP – Berkshire.

All programs take place at the Athenaeum, are free ….and you don’t have to be a Baby Boomer to attend!

No registration required.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

More Boom! programs    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Thursday June 20, 2013 Go To Top
ent_sock_puppet.GIF 10:00 AM Play & Learn with Jenn!     Tell a Friend
    Contact:    (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

For ages 1 1/2 - 5.

No registration required.

Come hear stories, sing songs and play some games!

This playgroup is cosponsored by Coordinated Family and Community Engagement (CFCE) and the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Children under age 10 must be accompanied by an adult, age 18 or older, at all times.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

    Location: Children's Library
Saturday June 22, 2013 Go To Top
ent_sock_puppet.GIF 10:30 AM Playgroup with Jenn!     Tell a Friend
    Contact:    (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

For ages 1 1/2 - 5.

No registration required.

Come play some games with Jenn!

This playgroup is cosponsored by Coordinated Family and Community Engagement (CFCE) and the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Children under age 10 must be accompanied by an adult, age 18 or older, at all times.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

    Location: Children's Library
Tuesday June 25, 2013 Go To Top
lib_book_red 5:30 PM  -  6:30 PM Every Child Ready to Read: Parent Workshop & Program for Children     Tell a Friend
   

A series of early literacy workshops for families with children birth - age 5. Why is early literacy so important? Because it helps children develop the skills they need for success later in school and beyond. These session will help parents help their children develop early literacy practices: talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.

All programming is FREE. To register, contact the Athenaeum Children's Library at (413) 499-9480 x203

Tuesday Evenings for Parents & Children: 5:30 - 6:30 pm

     May 7: Fun with Letters
     May 14: Fun with Words
     June 4: Fun with Science & Math
     June 25: Parent Workshop with separate programming for children

Saturday Mornings for Parents & Children: 10:30 - 11:30 am

     April 6: Fun for Parents & Children
     May 11: Fun with Letters
     June 8: Fun with Science & Math

The workshops include activity sessions, information and lessons for parents to utilize with their children to help them understand how they can infuse literacy into their child's life from a young age.

Presented by Wee Read , the Pittsfield Coordinated Family and Community Engagement grant and supported by Pittsfield Promise and the Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.
Funded by a Coordinator of Family and Community Engagement (CFCE) grant through the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care, through the Pittsfield Public Schools.

    Location: Library Auditorium
Thursday June 27, 2013 Go To Top
ent_sock_puppet.GIF 10:00 AM Play & Learn with Jenn!     Tell a Friend
    Contact:    (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

For ages 1 1/2 - 5.

No registration required.

Come hear stories, sing songs and play some games!

This playgroup is cosponsored by Coordinated Family and Community Engagement (CFCE) and the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Children under age 10 must be accompanied by an adult, age 18 or older, at all times.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

    Location: Children's Library
 
nat_flower02 7:00 PM Edible Flowers     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Reference Department   (413) 499-9480 ext 4   pittsref@cwmars.org
   

A presenter from Stockbridge Herbs will be here to explore the use of edible flowers as a unique culinary addition to your meal.

This program is part of: Boom! Next Chapter-A Programming Series offering information & ideas on pursuing a healthy, creative and productive retirement for the generation born 1946 - 1964.

Sponsored by the Berkshire Athenaeum, in collaboration with the Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum, the Froio Center, and RSVP – Berkshire.

All programs take place at the Athenaeum, are free ….and you don’t have to be a Baby Boomer to attend!

No registration required.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

More Boom! programs    
    Location: Library Auditorium
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Sunday June 30, 2013 -  Saturday August 24, 2013 Go To Top
misc_none Summer Reading Club     Tell a Friend
   
The Athenaeum's Summer Reading Club kicks off on July 1 with reading incentives; short story writing contest; craft activities; movies; and special programs.

Join the fun!

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

About the Summer Reading Club    
Monday July 1, 2013 Go To Top
rec_paintpalette02 Picture Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Picture Day: Bring in an original drawing about a book for a ticket in the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
 
elect_video_camera 2:00 PM School-Aged Videos     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

We will be watching:

The Scrambled States of America

Video programs are approximately 20 - 30 minutes long.
Groups are welcome.
No registration required.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Tuesday July 2, 2013 Go To Top
misc_crown Crazy Hat Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Crazy Hat Day: Wear a silly hat to the library to get a raffle ticket. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
 
misc_usflag 1:00 PM Craft Activity - Red, White, and Eww! Wiggly Worms     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Craft Activity: Red, White and Eww! Wiggly Worms.

Craft Activities last for 30 - 40 minutes and are Intended for children 5 - 12 years old.

Registration is required (in person or by phone). Signups start one week prior to activity and is limited to the first 20 children. If you can't make it to the activity, you must call to cancel so the space can be offered to another child. Two "no-shows" mean your child cannot sign up for further craft activities.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Crafts are sponsored by The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Wednesday July 3, 2013 Go To Top
lib_teddybear_reading Stuffed Animal Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Stuffed Animal Day: Bring your favorite stuffed animal to get a ticket for the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
 
anim_dino01 1:00 PM Special Program - Having Fun with Fossils & Dinosaurs     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Special Program: Having Fun with Fossils & Dinosaurs presented by Paulette Morin.

Paulette Morin introduces children to the wonders of dinosaurs and our prehistoric past.

Special programs are suggested for children ages 5 and up

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Having Fun with Fossils & Dinosaurs    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Thursday July 4, 2013 Go To Top
misc_usflag Library closed in observance of Independence Day.     Tell a Friend
    About Independence Day    
Friday July 5, 2013 Go To Top
rec_aerobics Blue Shirt Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Blue Shirt Day:Wear a blue shirt to the library for a ticket in the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
 
elect_video_camera 10:00 AM Preschool Videos     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

We will be watching:

Bear Snores On
Mouse Around
Tikki Tikki Tembo

Video programs are approximately 20 - 30 minutes long.
Groups are welcome.
No registration required.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Saturday July 6, 2013 Go To Top
anim_hummingbird Fly Like a Bird Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Fly Like a Bird Day:Flap your wings like a bird for a ticket in the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
Monday July 8, 2013 Go To Top
rec_paintpalette02 Picture Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Picture Day: Bring in an original drawing about a book for a ticket in the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
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ent_magic 10:00 AM Special Program - Magic, Juggling & Music     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Special Program: Magic, Juggling & Music presented by Scott Jameson.

Scott Jameson present performances that feature magic, juggling, and other less definable bits of entertainment.

Special programs are suggested for children ages 5 and up

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Magic, Juggling & Music    
    Location: Library Auditorium
 
elect_video_camera 2:00 PM School-Aged Videos     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

We will be watching:

And Then What Happened Paul Revere?

Video programs are approximately 20 - 30 minutes long.
Groups are welcome.
No registration required.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Tuesday July 9, 2013 Go To Top
misc_crown Crazy Hat Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Crazy Hat Day: Wear a silly hat to the library to get a raffle ticket. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
 
rec_scissors&glue 1:00 PM Craft Activity - Hats Off to Ya! Construction Hats     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Craft Activity: Hats Off to Ya! Construction Hats.

Craft Activities last for 30 - 40 minutes and are Intended for children 5 - 12 years old.

Registration is required (in person or by phone). Signups start one week prior to activity and is limited to the first 20 children. If you can't make it to the activity, you must call to cancel so the space can be offered to another child. Two "no-shows" mean your child cannot sign up for further craft activities.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Crafts are sponsored by The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Wednesday July 10, 2013 Go To Top
lib_teddybear_reading Stuffed Animal Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Stuffed Animal Day: Bring your favorite stuffed animal to get a ticket for the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
Thursday July 11, 2013 Go To Top
ent_microphone2 Recital Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Recital Day: Recite a poem or sing a song to get a ticket for the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
 
lib_book_bunch1 5:00 PM  -  8:00 PM Booksale: Friends Preview Sale Night     Tell a Friend
   
Thousands of items: hardcovers, paperbacks, DVDs, CDs, something for the whole family.

Proceeds from these sales sponsored by the Friends of the Library support library activities.

Please note this evening is an exclusive sale for members of the Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum only. Not a member? A membership table will be available at the entrance to the sale.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

About the Friends    
Friday July 12, 2013 Go To Top
rec_aerobics Blue Shirt Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Blue Shirt Day:Wear a blue shirt to the library for a ticket in the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
 
elect_video_camera 10:00 AM Preschool Videos     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

We will be watching:

Chrysanthemum
Make Way for Ducklings
The Boy Who Cried Wolf

Video programs are approximately 20 - 30 minutes long.
Groups are welcome.
No registration required.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Library Auditorium
 
lib_book_bunch1 10:00 AM  -  4:00 PM Booksale     Tell a Friend
   
Thousands of items: hardcovers, paperbacks, DVDs, CDs, something for the whole family.

Proceeds from these sales sponsored by the Friends of the Library support library activities.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

About the Friends    
Saturday July 13, 2013 Go To Top
anim_hummingbird Fly Like a Bird Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Fly Like a Bird Day:Flap your wings like a bird for a ticket in the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
 
lib_book_bunch1 10:00 AM  -  4:00 PM Booksale     Tell a Friend
   

Closing Day of the Sale!
Thousands of items: hardcovers, paperbacks, DVDs, CDs, something for the whole family.

Proceeds from these sales sponsored by the Friends of the Library support library activities.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

About the Friends    
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Monday July 15, 2013 Go To Top
rec_paintpalette02 Picture Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Picture Day: Bring in an original drawing about a book for a ticket in the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
 
elect_video_camera 2:00 PM School-Aged Videos     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

We will be watching:

The Marzipan Pig

Video programs are approximately 20 - 30 minutes long.
Groups are welcome.
No registration required.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Tuesday July 16, 2013 Go To Top
misc_crown Crazy Hat Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Crazy Hat Day: Wear a silly hat to the library to get a raffle ticket. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
Wednesday July 17, 2013 Go To Top
lib_teddybear_reading Stuffed Animal Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Stuffed Animal Day: Bring your favorite stuffed animal to get a ticket for the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
 
eth_pyramid.GIF 1:00 PM Craft Activity - Read Like an Egyptian...Shabti Bookmarks     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Craft Activity: Read Like an Egyptian...Shabti Bookmarks.

Craft Activities last for 30 - 40 minutes and are Intended for children 5 - 12 years old.

Registration is required (in person or by phone). Signups start one week prior to activity and is limited to the first 20 children. If you can't make it to the activity, you must call to cancel so the space can be offered to another child. Two "no-shows" mean your child cannot sign up for further craft activities.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Crafts are sponsored by The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Thursday July 18, 2013 Go To Top
ent_microphone2 Recital Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Recital Day: Recite a poem or sing a song to get a ticket for the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
 
misc_earth 1:00 PM Special Program - Earth Rhythms     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Special Program: "Earth Rhythms" presented by Davis Bates & Roger Tincknell.

This program is designed to celebrate and teach about the natural world, answering who, what, and why questions about nature and our stewardship of the environment.

Special programs are suggested for children ages 5 and up

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Earth Rhythms    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Friday July 19, 2013 Go To Top
rec_aerobics Blue Shirt Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Blue Shirt Day:Wear a blue shirt to the library for a ticket in the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
 
elect_video_camera 10:00 AM Preschool Videos     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

We will be watching:

Curious George Rides a Bike
Mike Mulligan and his Steam Shovel
How do Dinosaurs go to School?

Video programs are approximately 20 - 30 minutes long.
Groups are welcome.
No registration required.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Saturday July 20, 2013 Go To Top
anim_hummingbird Fly Like a Bird Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Fly Like a Bird Day:Flap your wings like a bird for a ticket in the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
Monday July 22, 2013 Go To Top
rec_paintpalette02 Picture Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Picture Day: Bring in an original drawing about a book for a ticket in the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
 
elect_video_camera 2:00 PM School-Aged Videos     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

We will be watching:

The Giving Tree
Miss Rumphius

Video programs are approximately 20 - 30 minutes long.
Groups are welcome.
No registration required.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Library Auditorium
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Tuesday July 23, 2013 Go To Top
misc_crown Crazy Hat Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Crazy Hat Day: Wear a silly hat to the library to get a raffle ticket. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
Wednesday July 24, 2013 Go To Top
lib_teddybear_reading Stuffed Animal Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Stuffed Animal Day: Bring your favorite stuffed animal to get a ticket for the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
 
anim_paw 1:00 PM Craft Activity - Let's Rock! Rock Animals     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Craft Activity: Let's Rock! Rock Animals.

Craft Activities last for 30 - 40 minutes and are Intended for children 5 - 12 years old.

Registration is required (in person or by phone). Signups start one week prior to activity and is limited to the first 20 children. If you can't make it to the activity, you must call to cancel so the space can be offered to another child. Two "no-shows" mean your child cannot sign up for further craft activities.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Crafts are sponsored by The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Thursday July 25, 2013 Go To Top
ent_microphone2 Recital Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Recital Day: Recite a poem or sing a song to get a ticket for the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
 
anim_dino01 1:00 PM Special Program - Digging Dinosaurs: Stories of Humorous Dinosaur Adventures     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Special Program: Digging Dinosaurs: Stories of Humorous Dinosaur Adventures presented by Diane Edgecomb.

Popular dinosaur adventures complement their scientific facts with a happy dose of humor.

Special programs are suggested for children ages 5 and up

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Digging Dinosaurs    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Friday July 26, 2013 Go To Top
rec_aerobics Blue Shirt Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Blue Shirt Day:Wear a blue shirt to the library for a ticket in the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
 
elect_video_camera 10:00 AM Preschool Videos     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

We will be watching:

Angus and the Ducks
Caps for Sale
Caterpillar and the Polliwog
The Wheels on the Bus

Video programs are approximately 20 - 30 minutes long.
Groups are welcome.
No registration required.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Saturday July 27, 2013 Go To Top
anim_hummingbird Fly Like a Bird Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Fly Like a Bird Day:Flap your wings like a bird for a ticket in the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
Monday July 29, 2013 Go To Top
rec_paintpalette02 Picture Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Picture Day: Bring in an original drawing about a book for a ticket in the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
 
elect_video_camera 2:00 PM School-Aged Videos     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

We will be watching:

Harriet Tubman

Video programs are approximately 20 - 30 minutes long.
Groups are welcome.
No registration required.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Tuesday July 30, 2013 Go To Top
misc_crown Crazy Hat Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Crazy Hat Day: Wear a silly hat to the library to get a raffle ticket. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
Wednesday July 31, 2013 Go To Top
lib_teddybear_reading Stuffed Animal Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Stuffed Animal Day: Bring your favorite stuffed animal to get a ticket for the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
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ent_sock_puppet.GIF 1:00 PM Special Program - Clowns, Puppets and Music     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Special Program: Clowns, Puppets and Music presented by Don Jordan and Nutshell Playhouse.

The Nutshell Playhouse presents a fun program of original music, clownerie and puppetry.

Special programs are suggested for children ages 5 and up

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Clowns, Puppets and Music    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Thursday August 1, 2013 Go To Top
ent_microphone2 Recital Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Recital Day: Recite a poem or sing a song to get a ticket for the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
 
misc_kidsreading1 1:00 PM Craft Activity - Bulldoze into Reading     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Craft Activity: Bulldoze into Reading.

Craft Activities last for 30 - 40 minutes and are Intended for children 5 - 12 years old.

Registration is required (in person or by phone). Signups start one week prior to activity and is limited to the first 20 children. If you can't make it to the activity, you must call to cancel so the space can be offered to another child. Two "no-shows" mean your child cannot sign up for further craft activities.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Crafts are sponsored by The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Friday August 2, 2013 Go To Top
rec_aerobics Blue Shirt Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Blue Shirt Day:Wear a blue shirt to the library for a ticket in the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
 
elect_video_camera 10:00 AM Preschool Videos     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

We will be watching:

Cat & Canary
Sylvester & the Magic Pebble
Where the Wild Things Are
Don't Let the Pigeon Stay up Late!

Video programs are approximately 20 - 30 minutes long.
Groups are welcome.
No registration required.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Saturday August 3, 2013 Go To Top
anim_hummingbird Fly Like a Bird Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Fly Like a Bird Day:Flap your wings like a bird for a ticket in the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
Monday August 5, 2013 Go To Top
rec_paintpalette02 Picture Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Picture Day: Bring in an original drawing about a book for a ticket in the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
 
elect_video_camera 2:00 PM School-Aged Videos     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

We will be watching:

Kristen's Fairy House

Video programs are approximately 20 - 30 minutes long.
Groups are welcome.
No registration required.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Tuesday August 6, 2013 Go To Top
misc_crown Crazy Hat Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Crazy Hat Day: Wear a silly hat to the library to get a raffle ticket. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
 
ent_note 1:00 PM Special Program - Can You Dig It, Baby? Music We Love     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Special Program: Can You Dig It, Baby? Music We Love presented by the Berkshire Music School.

Come to the library for a special musical presentation!

Special programs are suggested for children ages 5 and up

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Can You Dig It, Baby? Music We Love    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Wednesday August 7, 2013 Go To Top
lib_teddybear_reading Stuffed Animal Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Stuffed Animal Day: Bring your favorite stuffed animal to get a ticket for the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
 
misc_trowel 1:00 PM Craft Activity - Dig into the Past: Fossil Making     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Craft Activity: Dig into the Past- Fossil Making.

Craft Activities last for 30 - 40 minutes and are Intended for children 5 - 12 years old.

Registration is required (in person or by phone). Signups start one week prior to activity and is limited to the first 20 children. If you can't make it to the activity, you must call to cancel so the space can be offered to another child. Two "no-shows" mean your child cannot sign up for further craft activities.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Crafts are sponsored by The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Library Auditorium
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Thursday August 8, 2013 Go To Top
ent_microphone2 Recital Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Recital Day: Recite a poem or sing a song to get a ticket for the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
Friday August 9, 2013 Go To Top
rec_aerobics Blue Shirt Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Blue Shirt Day:Wear a blue shirt to the library for a ticket in the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
 
elect_video_camera 10:00 AM Preschool Videos     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

We will be watching:

Goldilocks & the Three Bears
The Little Engine That Could
Pete's Pizza
Noisy Nora

Video programs are approximately 20 - 30 minutes long.
Groups are welcome.
No registration required.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Saturday August 10, 2013 Go To Top
anim_hummingbird Fly Like a Bird Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Fly Like a Bird Day:Flap your wings like a bird for a ticket in the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
Monday August 12, 2013 Go To Top
rec_paintpalette02 Picture Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Picture Day: Bring in an original drawing about a book for a ticket in the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
 
elect_video_camera 2:00 PM School-Aged Videos     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

We will be watching:

Shh! We're Writing the Constitution

Video programs are approximately 20 - 30 minutes long.
Groups are welcome.
No registration required.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Tuesday August 13, 2013 Go To Top
misc_crown Crazy Hat Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Crazy Hat Day: Wear a silly hat to the library to get a raffle ticket. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
 
ent_masks_color 1:00 PM Special Program - Hampstead Stage Company presents an adaptation of Nicholas Nickelby     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Special Program: Adaptation of Nicholas Nickelby presented by the Hampstead Stage Company.

Charles Dickens’s Nicholas Nickleby is said to be amongst his greatest masterpieces because of the rich characters and parallels to his own life. It is about a young teacher, Nicholas, who searches for a better life after being separated from his family. Through the help of an acting instructor, Vincent Crummles, he discovers a love for theatre and a way to rise above his poverty. Nicholas travels from London to America, enabling him to overcome adversity and reunite the Nickleby family.

Special programs are suggested for children ages 5 and up

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Adaptation of Nicholas Nickelby    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Wednesday August 14, 2013 Go To Top
lib_teddybear_reading Stuffed Animal Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Stuffed Animal Day: Bring your favorite stuffed animal to get a ticket for the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
 
nat_rainbow_2.GIF 1:00 PM Craft Activity - Somewhere Over the Rainbow Birds     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Craft Activity: Somewhere Over the Rainbow Birds.

Craft Activities last for 30 - 40 minutes and are Intended for children 5 - 12 years old.

Registration is required (in person or by phone). Signups start one week prior to activity and is limited to the first 20 children. If you can't make it to the activity, you must call to cancel so the space can be offered to another child. Two "no-shows" mean your child cannot sign up for further craft activities.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Crafts are sponsored by The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Thursday August 15, 2013 Go To Top
ent_microphone2 Recital Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Recital Day: Recite a poem or sing a song to get a ticket for the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
Friday August 16, 2013 Go To Top
rec_aerobics Blue Shirt Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Blue Shirt Day:Wear a blue shirt to the library for a ticket in the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
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elect_video_camera 10:00 AM Preschool Videos     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

We will be watching:

Chicken Soup with Rice
The Emperor's New Clothes
Georgie
Zin! Zin! Zin! A Violin

Video programs are approximately 20 - 30 minutes long.
Groups are welcome.
No registration required.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Saturday August 17, 2013 Go To Top
anim_hummingbird Fly Like a Bird Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Fly Like a Bird Day:Flap your wings like a bird for a ticket in the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
Monday August 19, 2013 Go To Top
rec_paintpalette02 Picture Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Picture Day: Bring in an original drawing about a book for a ticket in the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
 
elect_video_camera 2:00 PM School-Aged Videos     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

We will be watching:

The Great Hair Argument

Video programs are approximately 20 - 30 minutes long.
Groups are welcome.
No registration required.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Tuesday August 20, 2013 Go To Top
misc_crown Crazy Hat Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Crazy Hat Day: Wear a silly hat to the library to get a raffle ticket. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
 
nat_flower02 1:00 PM Craft Activity - Seed You Next Summer! Mosaic Wreath     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Craft Activity: Seed You Next Summer! Mosaic Wreath.

Craft Activities last for 30 - 40 minutes and are Intended for children 5 - 12 years old.

Registration is required (in person or by phone). Signups start one week prior to activity and is limited to the first 20 children. If you can't make it to the activity, you must call to cancel so the space can be offered to another child. Two "no-shows" mean your child cannot sign up for further craft activities.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Crafts are sponsored by The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Wednesday August 21, 2013 Go To Top
lib_teddybear_reading Stuffed Animal Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Stuffed Animal Day: Bring your favorite stuffed animal to get a ticket for the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
Thursday August 22, 2013 Go To Top
ent_microphone2 Recital Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Recital Day: Recite a poem or sing a song to get a ticket for the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
 
ent_stage1 1:00 PM Special Program - Dig into Reading with Mime     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Special Program: Dig into Reading with Mime presented by Robert Rivest.

Dig into Reading is a quick moving, fun-filled program that unearths the joys of reading and summertime.

Special programs are suggested for children ages 5 and up

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Dig into Reading with Mime    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Friday August 23, 2013 Go To Top
rec_aerobics Blue Shirt Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Blue Shirt Day:Wear a blue shirt to the library for a ticket in the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
 
elect_video_camera 10:00 AM Preschool Videos     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

We will be watching:

Milo's Hat Trick
Leonardo, the Terrible Monster
The Story about Ping

Video programs are approximately 20 - 30 minutes long.
Groups are welcome.
No registration required.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Library Auditorium
Saturday August 24, 2013 Go To Top
anim_hummingbird Fly Like a Bird Day     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Children's Library   (413) 499-9480 ext 5   
   

Fly Like a Bird Day:Flap your wings like a bird for a ticket in the weekly raffle. Winners will be notified by phone.

Please remember: No food or drink allowed in the Library.
Children under 10 years old may not be left unattended in the Library.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Summer Reading Club is sponsored by The Massachusetts Library System; Ben & Jerry's; Burger King; Cyberstation; The Highland Restaurant and the wonderful generosity of the The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Join the Summer Reading Club!    
    Location: Children's Library
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Tuesday September 24, 2013 Go To Top
nat_flower02 7:00 PM Van Gogh's Starry Night     Tell a Friend
    Contact: Reference Department   (413) 499-9480 ext 4   pittsref@cwmars.org
   

Work in tandem with the artist drawing Starry Night with white charcoal pencils on black paper. For Adults and Teens. All Materials supplied. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. To register, contact us at pittsref@cwmars.org or (413) 499-9480 during regular library hours..

This program is part of: Boom! Next Chapter-A Programming Series offering information & ideas on pursuing a healthy, creative and productive retirement for the generation born 1946 - 1964.

Sponsored by the Berkshire Athenaeum, in collaboration with the Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum, the Froio Center, and RSVP – Berkshire.

All programs take place at the Athenaeum, are free ….and you don’t have to be a Baby Boomer to attend!

No registration required.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

More Boom! programs    
    Location: Library Auditorium
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