Banned Books Week is September 29 -October 6

What do Stephen King, Judy Bloom, Toni Morrison and J.K. Rowling all have in common? They have all spent time as authors of banned books. Celebrate Banned Books Week! Check out and read some of the 100 most challenged books. Exercise your right to access the free press - give them a read and post your comments about them here.

Book Donations Wanted for Book Sale

The Library will be holding a book sale on Saturday, October 20 from 9am until 3 pm. Donations of books are needed. No magazines, condensed books, texts or encyclopedias, please. All donations can be brought to the library during regular library hours. Thanks in advance for helping support the library through this event!

Book Discussion Group Meets Every Month!

For good conversation about good books (as well as some good food!), join the Library Book Discussion on the first Tuesday of each month. In September, we're reading The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson. Jackson is often known for her short story The Lottery.

Call or stop by the Library to request a copy of this month's book and join us on October 2 from 7 to 8:30 pm for discussion.

October Coffee House

Stop by the library on Thursday, October 4 from 6-7:30 pm for the musical styling of The Green Tones. They will be providing this month's musical entertainment. Coffee Houses happen the first Thursday of every month. See you there!

Pastel Painting Workshop

Join artist Gregory Maichak for an encore workshop on pastel painting for adults on Wednesday, September 19 from 6-8 pm. Materials are provided. Bring a simple photo or image to copy.

Space is limited so please call to reserve your space.

This program is made possible by the Hubbardston Cultural Council.

Coffee House Series Returns

The Library will be kicking off this season's Coffee House Series on Thursday, September 6 from 6 to 8 pm. Come enjoy the Contemporary and Renaissance blends of flute and guitar duo Contenpanssance.

The event is free but if you enjoyed the music, the company, the treats or the coffee (or just love the library!), donations are always welcome. This program is made possible by a grant from the Hubbardston Cultural Council.

Catch the Beat!

Children can sign up for the Summer Reading Program by stopping by the library. This year's theme is Catch the Beat. Children earn ice cream rewards for reading!