Forbes Library

The ValleyBike Share program is officially back up and running, and we couldn't be more excited! Did you know that we have a hub right here at Forbes Library? Come check out a book and a bike today!

See what's new this week at the Forbes Library at:

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There are 22 new bestsellers, 30 new movies, nine new music CDs, 36 new children's books, and 736 other new books, including 500 that are available online.

The new bestsellers this week include "The Art of Power: My Story as America's First Woman Speaker of the House," "Men Have Called Her Crazy," and "Feeding Littles Lunches: 75+ No-Stress Lunches Everyone Will Love: Meal Planning for Kids." The new movies this week include "Ted Lasso: The Complete Series," "Abigail," and "Ezra."

Join the folks from Off the Wall Games for a sealed-deck Magic: the Gathering tournament! Cards will be provided to all players. Please feel free to bring lunch, since the tournament will likely take around 4 hours. For ages 10-17 only. *Registration is required.* Register here: https://forbeslibrary.libcal.com/event/12268176

Early Readers Book Club has been rescheduled to September 17 at 4:00!

Early Readers Book Club provides a fun environment where reluctant and enthusiastic young readers alike can enjoy a craft based on that month's selected book. We can't wait to see you there!

Come hear some Tales of Metamorphosis--inspired by our Summer Reading Program theme!

Join us on Thursday, August 15 to hear an overview of themes of metamorphosis in Greek mythology and mythological scenes in art, focusing on some well known stories (Medusa, Actaeon, Io) and some lesser known ones (Tiresias).

About the presenter: Rebecca Worsham is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Classical Languages and Literatures at Smith College. She is an archaeologist specializing in the material of the ancient Greek world.

Content warning: Many Greek myths are violent, and much of that is directed toward women. Please be advised that some difficult topics may be discussed. Attendees are welcome to enter/exit the room at any time.

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There are six new bestsellers, one new audiobook, six new children's books, and 578 other new books, including 500 that are available online.

The new bestsellers this week include "Somewhere Beyond the Sea," "Capture or Kill," and "Passions in Death: An Eve Dallas Novel."

We're looking forward to hosting the Springfield Symphony Orchestra today in the Community Room at 4:00 for a fun and informative hands-on traveling exhibit of musical instruments! After an introduction to the instruments, participants get a chance to bow a violin, blow a horn or tap out a rhythm on a drum. Here’s your chance to try an instrument in a judgment-free zone that encourages exploration and excitement!

Nature-loving kids and adults are invited to join author Naila Moreira on Wednesday at 3:30 to learn observation skills during this workshop on nature journaling. We'll discover the creative process of capturing the outdoors within the pages of a notebook, from the weather, to the birds and bugs, to the plants and landscape. You don't need to be a good artist or writer - this is a way to store your own memories and learn more about the land around you. We'll start indoors with inspiration from Moreira's new middle-grade eco-novel, THE MONARCHS OF WINGHAVEN. Then we'll sally outside to observe and record whatever we find, with guidance. This practice is for everyone: the workshop is geared to kids age 7 to 13, but will be good fun as well for adults.

All materials will be provided and signed copies of The Monarchs of Winghaven will be available for purchase.

Today’s outdoor yoga class with sanctuary.noho has been cancelled due to the high humidity. Please join us in September for a (hopefully cooler) gentle flow session on the lawn: https://forbeslibrary.libcal.com/event/12770790

Stay cool today!

Gentle Yoga on the Lawn Join Sanctuary yoga instructor Fran Astino for a free gentle flow class! Fran’s classes are for all experience levels. They’re designed to help you connect with your breath and...

Check out this month's featured artists in the Hosmer Gallery! Come meet the artists and explore their work at the Artists Reception: Saturday, August 3, 3:30-5:30pm.

Join us on August 8 for an illuminating conversation with Andrew Leland, author of "The Country of the Blind: A Memoir at the End of Sight." - live in the Coolidge Museum and live streamed on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com//streams

"Country of the Blind" was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize and named one of the best books of the year by The New Yorker, The Washington Post, The Atlantic, NPR, Publishers Weekly and Lithub. This event will celebrate the release of the Paperback Edition by Penguin Books on July 23. Books will be available for purchase.

Andrew will be joined in conversation by Pagan Kennedy, award-winning author of 11 books, NY Times columnist, teacher, NEA and MIT Fellow, journalist, and magazine contributor.

Forbes Library is committed to providing universal access to our events. Please contact us at 413-587-1017 or via email at [email protected] with any questions or requests.

See what's new this week at the Forbes Library at:

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There are 14 new bestsellers, one new movie, five new audiobooks, eight new music CDs, 54 new children's books, and 139 other new books, including 22 that are available online.

The new bestsellers this week include "Ask Not: The Kennedys and the Women They Destroyed," "Worthy: How to Believe You Are Enough and Transform Your Life," and "Black Pill: How I Witnessed the Darkest Corners of the Internet Come to Life, Poison Society, and Capture American Politics." The new movie this week is "Shoah."

Good news!

With Governor Maura Healey's signature yesterday, the Fiscal Year 2025 is now law.

Today we're beginning to celebrate the funding flowing into the Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester district.

I am grateful to Senate President Karen E. Spilka and Senate Ways & Means Chair Senator Michael Rodrigues for their support of our communities.

More on the earmarks secured for our communities:

$350k for Seven Sisters Midwifery & Community Birth Center
$294k for a new police training program at Greenfield Community College to help comply with police reform
$250k for Baystate Health's Family Medicine Residency program in Greenfield
$106k for improvements to doors at Swift River School
$50k for the construction of an outdoor stage at Forbes Library
$50k for updates to the New Dawn Arts Center

Nature-loving kids and adults are invited to join author Naila Moreira to learn observation skills during this workshop on nature journaling. We'll discover the creative process of capturing the outdoors within the pages of a notebook, from the weather, to the birds and bugs, to the plants and landscape. You don't need to be a good artist or writer - this is a way to store your own memories and learn more about the land around you! We'll start indoors with inspiration from Moreira's new middle-grade eco-novel, THE MONARCHS OF WINGHAVEN. Then we'll sally outside to observe and record whatever we find, with guidance. This practice is for everyone: the workshop is geared to kids age 7 to 13, but will be good fun as well for adults. No registration necessary!

Come check out our table at this week's Northampton Tuesday Market! We'll have all the info you need and more about what's going on at The River, as well as our new WRSI t-shirts...and a chance to win a pair of tickets to the Arcadia Folk Festival in Easthampton in August from Signature Sounds Presents!

We'll be joined this month by the fine folks at Forbes Library! They're signing folks up for their all-ages summer reading program, as well as musical instruments and other stuff you didn't even know you could find - and check out - at your local library.

Find the Big River Tent at this week's Grow Food Northampton Farmers Markets on Tuesday, July 30th, 1:30 - 6:30 PM.

We're looking forward to next week's yoga class with sanctuary.noho! Fran will lead us in a gentle flow session on our beautiful lawn. Don't forget to register!
https://www.yoga-sanctuary.com/special-programming/forbes-yoga

We can't wait to see you at Tom Knight's Musical Puppet Show tomorrow (Saturday) at 11:00! Tom's unique blend of musicianship and puppetry celebrates reading (“The Library Boogie”), the environment (“The Garbage Monster”), and science (“The Solar System”), with hand-made puppets, catchy songs, and lots of audience participation. This program is great for ages 2+!

A big thank you to the Friends of Forbes Library for sponsoring this event!

See what's new this week at the Forbes Library at:

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There are 25 new bestsellers, eight new movies, two new audiobooks, 15 new music CDs, 85 new children's books, and 125 other new books, including 33 that are available online.

The new bestsellers this week include "The Book of Bill," "All the Colors of the Dark," and "A Death in Cornwall." The new movies this week include "Professor T: Season 3," "Blue Lights Year 1," and "The Guyver."

Searching for new career possibilities this summer? ☀️ Join us at our Multi-Industry Job Fair at Amherst Survival Center on Wednesday, July 24 from 10am – Noon! This is your opportunity to connect one-on-one with hiring representatives. Bring your resume and dress for an interview!

Pre-registration is NOT required. Please share with anyone who might be interested!

📞 Call us at 413.774.4361 with any questions!

Amherst-Pelham Regional School District
Atkins Farms Country Market
Big Y World Class Market
Community Action
Cooley Dickinson Health Care
CVS
Griswold Home Care
O'Connell Care at Home
UCP of Western Massachusetts
UMass Amherst

See what's new this week at the Forbes Library at:

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There are 12 new bestsellers, 28 new movies, two new audiobooks, 12 new music CDs, and 142 other new books, including 20 that are available online.

The new bestsellers this week include "Long Island Compromise," "The Cliffs," and "The Briar Club." The new movies this week include "Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire," "The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare," and "Suzume: The Movie."

We are one of Northampton's cooling centers. Stop in to take a break from this week's heat (and pick up a good book while you're here!).

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Join us to learn the basics of beekeeping with the Hampden County Beekeepers Association!

Within the presentation, we will showcase essential beekeeping equipment, including: hive boxes, smokers, and protective gear, highlighting their importance in supporting bee colonies and ensuring their health.

See the event here: https://www.facebook.com/share/Er6WWjZyF8ffZhQD/

Check out the first ever Disability Resource Fair, hosted by the Northampton Disability Commission! This will be held on Zoom on Tuesday, July 16 at 6pm. If you need an air-conditioned space or technology to attend, computers are available here at Forbes.

We're counting down the days until our special storytime and concert with MISTER G! Ben Gundersheimer (known onstage at MISTER G) is a Latin GRAMMY Award-winning artist, author, and educator. He'll be performing at the Forbes Library on Thursday at 10:30, and you can also check out his concerts at many other nearby places--including Look Park on July 21 to benefit Grow Food Northampton!

Construction Updates are now available as an interactive map on the city website! Click the link below to see planned construction locations and learn more about the work on your street.

Curious about the color coding? Red represents larger construction or closures, purple represents paving work, blue is sewer lining work, and orange covers various projects!

https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1DxjKUjaSCF99Sd7HM6qCd011-Uwe8jU&usp=sharing

Just two spots left! Register here: https://tinyurl.com/ydjvs74z

Calling all young adventurers: our Dungeons & Dragons Club has a brand new format for the summer! Participants will sign up for four sessions at once, and will meet every other Thursday from 3:45 - 5:15pm. Participants must commit to all four sessions. The dates of the sessions are: July 18th, August 1st, August 15th, and September 12th. There will be no session on August 29th. Characters will be provided.

D&D is a great way for kids to practice collaboration, strategy, and storytelling, and we welcome participants of all experience levels. This program is for kids ages 9+, and is limited to six participants per session. Registration is necessary.