May 26, 2022 | At the Table, Book Lists
Spring is here, flowers are blooming, fruits are ripening… and it’s all thanks to the bees! Check out the buzz-y books below to dive into a honey-soaked world or learn how to keep your own happy hive. And if you want to learn more about backyard beekeeping, we are...
May 24, 2022 | Children, Teen, Youth Events
This year we had over 20 entries from students in middle school through high school to our Youth Poetry Contest. Our judges, librarians from the Youth Services department, had a difficult time choosing winners! The entries were split between middle school writers and...
May 23, 2022 | At the Table, Library Updates
Do you ever watch cooking shows and wish you could try some of the amazing gadgets they use in their kitchens? Well, now you can! As part of our At the Table, In the Garden food-based programming, we’re now offering a number of kitchen appliances for circulation in...
May 19, 2022 | Local History
Mental health awareness and care has changed dramatically since the 19th century when state institutions were first created to treat mental illnesses in Massachusetts. Some local institutions, such as the Northampton State Hospital and the Worcester State Hospital,...
