Book Donations accepted today at the Hodge Memorial Library (4 North St.) Items we love to have donated: New & gently used popular fiction and non-fiction Books for children Items we cannot accept for donation: Books in poor/unclean condition (ask yourself, would I read this in bed?) Encyclopedias Dictionaries Bibles Books with torn pages Old... Read more »
Book Donations accepted today at the Hodge Memorial Library (4 North St.) Items we love to have donated: New & gently used popular fiction and non-fiction Books for children Items we cannot accept for donation: Books in poor/unclean condition (ask yourself, would I read this in bed?) Encyclopedias Dictionaries Bibles Books with torn pages Old... Read more »
Fun for all ages! Stroll up and down South Street (from Weller’s Bridge to the Library) and enjoy fun, food, and community. The SENIOR CENTER will be hosting an Open House. All ages are welcome to stop by to see the building, try some of the activities on offer (like Tai Chi and art projects)... Read more »
Fun for all ages! Stroll up and down South Street (from Weller’s Bridge to the Library) and enjoy fun, food, and community. The SENIOR CENTER will be hosting an Open House. All ages are welcome to stop by to see the building, try some of the activities on offer (like Tai Chi and art projects)... Read more »
Two Town Tabletop Club Join us for hobby gaming in a casual atmosphere! Adults. All experience levels and interests are welcome! Email cfisher@burnhamlibrary.org to register.
“Dreaming of Rain”, an exhibit of paintings by Theresa Bates Theresa Bates has been a working artist for over thirty years. She has shown her art in many venues throughout Manhattan, Massachusetts, Westchester and Connecticut. Her work is owned by many collectors in the U.S. and in Europe. Her mixed media art has been exhibited in... Read more »
Closed for the holiday. E-books are available 24/7 with your library card on the LIBBY app.
Gunn Memorial Library Presents Life Hacks (6th , 7th, & 8th Grade) – Mondays (September 19-November 14) 2:45-3:30 p.m. “Life Hacks” will feature a book tasting with age appropriate, award-winning books, a self-reflection activity, and an open ended art challenge to complete in each weekly meeting. Each book talk will feature a character who is struggling that... Read more »
Gunn Memorial Library Presents Express Yourself (4th & 5th Grade) Mondays (September 19-November 14) 3:45-4:30 p.m. “Express Yourself” will feature a book talk with age appropriate, award-winning books, a journaling exercise, and an open art project in each week. Each participant will receive a journal to keep track of their personal journey. At... Read more »
Stories, songs, bubbles and craft for the under 5 crowd RSVP with Ms. Lianne at lambruso@burnhamlibrary.org
A Shepaug Libraries Program Hosted by the Gunn Library in Washington Thursday, October 13 @ 6:30 pm In-person program Register here. We are pleased to welcome solo guitarist Peter Biedermann for a special performance at the library. Peter Biedermann is a solo fingerstyle instrumental guitarist based in Green Valley, AZ that has performed in several different... Read more »
Gunn Memorial Library Presents Life Hacks (6th , 7th, & 8th Grade) – Mondays (September 19-November 14) 2:45-3:30 p.m. “Life Hacks” will feature a book tasting with age appropriate, award-winning books, a self-reflection activity, and an open ended art challenge to complete in each weekly meeting. Each book talk will feature a character who is struggling that... Read more »
Let’s get drawing! Using prompts and activates, kiddos will develop their drawing skills and stretch their artistic comfort zone. A snack will be provided. Please alert us of any food allergies. Space is limited to 12 students. Parents must RSVP with the library and send a permission note to the school the day of the... Read more »
Gunn Memorial Library Presents Express Yourself (4th & 5th Grade) Mondays (September 19-November 14) 3:45-4:30 p.m. “Express Yourself” will feature a book talk with age appropriate, award-winning books, a journaling exercise, and an open art project in each week. Each participant will receive a journal to keep track of their personal journey. At... Read more »
A Shepaug Libraries Program Hosted by the Gunn Library in Washington Tuesday, October 18 @ 6:30 pm In-person program Register here. It is often stated that we are the sum of our experiences; that each moment of self-discovery, big or small, adds up to who we are as a whole person. Author and Architect Noushin... Read more »
Questions about you computer, laptop, or smartphone? Stop in to chat with Bill Chin & John Irwin of Software Matters, Inc. Members of the group are also encouraged to share their tips & tricks with others so that we can learn from each other!
Stories, songs, bubbles and craft for the under 5 crowd RSVP with Ms. Lianne at lambruso@burnhamlibrary.org
Stories, songs, bubbles and craft for the under 5 crowd RSVP with Ms. Lianne at lambruso@burnhamlibrary.org
A story and craft for the elementary school crowd. Grades K-2 RSVP with Ms. Lianne at lambruso@burnhamlibrary.org
A story and craft for the elementary school crowd. Grades K-2 RSVP with Ms. Lianne at lambruso@burnhamlibrary.org
ONCE UPON A TIME, IN A DARK WOOD… HALLOWEEN STORYWALK on Joey’s Trail Presented by the Conservation Commission & Minor Memorial Library Friday, October 21st 6:30 – 7:30pm Follow Joey’s Trail through the dark Storybook woods behind the Library. You never know who or what you might encounter! This “haunted” trail is family friendly, no jump scares, just dark!... Read more »
A Shepaug Libraries Program Part of the Mugs & Minds series Have you ever seen a ghost? Ghost investigator Barry Pirro comes to Roxbury to share some of his best stories and encourage others to do the same. This will be a small salon-style event to encourage people to share their own true ghost stories... Read more »
Paranormal Encounters – with Barry Pirro A Shepaug Libraries Program: Hosted by Minor Memorial Library Part of the Mugs & Minds series Have you ever seen a ghost? Ghost investigator Barry Pirro comes to Minor Memorial Library in Roxbury to share some of his best stories and encourage others to do the same. This will... Read more »
Gunn Memorial Library Presents Life Hacks (6th , 7th, & 8th Grade) – Mondays (September 19-November 14) 2:45-3:30 p.m. “Life Hacks” will feature a book tasting with age appropriate, award-winning books, a self-reflection activity, and an open ended art challenge to complete in each weekly meeting. Each book talk will feature a character who is struggling that... Read more »
Gunn Memorial Library Presents Express Yourself (4th & 5th Grade) Mondays (September 19-November 14) 3:45-4:30 p.m. “Express Yourself” will feature a book talk with age appropriate, award-winning books, a journaling exercise, and an open art project in each week. Each participant will receive a journal to keep track of their personal journey. At... Read more »
The Spooktacular Pumpkin Decorating Party Ages 3-5 RSVP with Ms. Lianne at lambruso@burnhamlibrary.org
New day, same time! All are welcome to join in the lively monthly discussion on the 4th Wednesday of the month at 5:00 via Zoom. Copies of each selection will be available at the library or request curbside pick-up. Questions or to join the conversation email cwflynn60@gmail.com
Stories, songs, bubbles and craft for the under 5 crowd RSVP with Ms. Lianne at lambruso@burnhamlibrary.org
Boards and Brews! 21+ Bring your beverage of choice (alcoholic or not) and play some board games!
Read a book and paint pottery, all with a Halloween theme. Ages 8 and under Presented by CreateEscapeStudio Space is limited RSVP with lambruso@burnhamlibrary.org
The Library will be closing early at 5pm to prepare for Halloween on South Street.
Join us for a Halloween Storytime for the under 5 crowd! Costumes encouraged! For further information, email rx.jkallay@biblio.org
Gunn Memorial Library Presents Life Hacks (6th , 7th, & 8th Grade) – Mondays (September 19-November 14) 2:45-3:30 p.m. “Life Hacks” will feature a book tasting with age appropriate, award-winning books, a self-reflection activity, and an open ended art challenge to complete in each weekly meeting. Each book talk will feature a character who is struggling that... Read more »
Gunn Memorial Library Presents Express Yourself (4th & 5th Grade) Mondays (September 19-November 14) 3:45-4:30 p.m. “Express Yourself” will feature a book talk with age appropriate, award-winning books, a journaling exercise, and an open art project in each week. Each participant will receive a journal to keep track of their personal journey. At... Read more »
Trunk or Treat at the Library! All Roxbury businesses, residents, and community organizations are invited to participate! Please RSVP to reserve a spot for your car. If you need extra space, please contact the library. Cars, please arrive in the parking lot between 4 – 5:30pm as South Street will close to traffic before trick-or-treating... Read more »