The Public in the Library is a snapshot of the people who use the M.N. Spear Memorial Library during this moment in time, 2022. The photos will be on display in the library and eventually, they will be on exhibit in the new Shutesbury Library, bringing a piece of the old to the new.
This project was supported by the Shutesbury Cultural Council and the photos were taken by Shutesbury photographer, Jamie Malcolm Brown.
Click here to see more photos.
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How to contact the Library
If you want to request a pickup (for people in households that have Covid), place a hold, renew your library card, or ask a general question, call 259-1213 during our regular open hours or email us at our new address, spearlibrary@shutesbury.org
Holiday Closings
Monday, September 2nd
Labor Day
Books, Audiobooks, Magazines, DVDs and More
Didn’t find what you were looking for in CW MARS?
Try the Commonwealth Catalog, a statewide resource beyond our local resources. Requests will be delivered for pickup here in Shutesbury.
Digital Resources
Thousands of free digital books, audiobooks and magazines through Overdrive.
Stream popular, independent, and documentary films on kanopy. Free with your Shutesbury library card.
Digital streaming of movies and TV shows, eBooks, Audiobooks, and music on Hoopla. Four free borrows a month with your Shutesbury library card.
NEW ONLINE WELLNESS RESOURCE
OMPRACTICE
Ompractice is an online fitness and mindfulness company focused on live, camera-on classes.
Live Classes
They offer over 100 live classes a week, designed to help students build their fitness, reduce stress, alleviate pain, increase mindfulness, and more. The platform is inclusive and accessible, with options for all fitness levels.
Video Library
Get a feel for a class before trying it out live with videos that fit into your busy schedule. Discover new classes and teachers that you'll love. Sneak in a late night session before bed, or listen to one of our quick audio meditations during a packed day.
Ompractice is free for Shutesbury Library card holders!
Sign up and take a class today!
Art & Craft Supply Swap
Saturday, September 21st, 11 am – 1 pm, at Town Hall
Do you have new or gently used art and craft supplies taking up space in your closets? Are you looking for inspiration for a new project? Come to our art and craft supply swap.
Contributions can be brought to Town Hall on Friday, September 20th from 6-7 pm or on Saturday, September 21st from 10 am - noon.
The swap “shop” is be open to all, no contributions required!
Automata Workshop with Jeannette Stockton
Sunday, September 22nd, 2 pm at Town Hall
Jeannette Stockton will offer continuation of the popular Automata workshop this fall. Participants will create a kinetic sculpture using an interior crank shaft of wire that will allow the artwork created to twist, spin, dance and jump. Almost all of the materials for the workshop will be recycled.
Please email library.director@shutesbury.org to register.
This program is supported in part by a grant from the Shutesbury Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.
Good Neighbor Day Party
The office of Governor Maura Healey has officially proclaimed September 28, 2024, “Good Neighbor Day” across the Commonwealth. As the proclamation notes, “all residents are encouraged to join in this celebration by reaching out to their neighbors, extending acts of kindness and goodwill, and fostering strong bonds within our communities.
The Library, in collaboration with the Shutesbury Recreation Committee, the Shutesbury Fire Department, and the Shutesbury Highway Department, have teamed up to the host a Good Neighbor Day Party right here in Shutesbury!
Saturday, September 28th, 5-7 pm, at the Shutesbury Athletic Club.
This fun-filled event will feature live music by Eli Elkus, recycled cardboard crafts at our DIY Marble Run Booth, a Live Animal Meet & Greet with The Reptile Nook, an opportunity to Touch-a-Truck thanks to the Shutesbury Fire Department and Highway Department, and Free Dessert.
Bring a picnic or buy dinner from the Hearthstone Skillet Food Truck!
Everyone is welcome and encouraged to join us for this celebration of community. Folks who are new to Shutesbury are especially encouraged to attend!
Thank you to the Shutesbury Athletic Club for hosting this community event!
This event is supported by the Friends of the M.N. Spear Memorial Library, the Shutesbury Recreation Committee, and in part by a grant from the Shutesbury Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.
Work It Out Wombats!
Calling all families of 4 & 5 year olds!
Participate and receive $250.
We are partnering with the Pelham Library and the producers of the PBS KIDS series, Work It Out Wombats, to test a new app for families!
This app is designed to help families of preschoolers learn together in fun ways. Participating families will be asked to use the app for 6 weeks at home.
If selected for the study, some families will be asked to attend weekly in-person sessions at the library, while some families will be asked to use the app at home only.
Groups will be assigned randomly.
As a thank you for trying out the app and filling out 2 online surveys, participating families will receive $250.
*In-Person Session Dates:
Shutesbury Library: Sundays October 20th and 27th at 2 pm
Pelham Library: Sundays November 3rd, 10th & 17th at 2 pm
Shutesbury Library: Sunday, November 24th at 2 pm
Click HERE to register.
State Representative Aaron Saunders
Monthly Office Hours
State Representative Aaron Saunders and/or his Legislative Aide, Madeline Sinsley, will be hosting office hours at Town Hall on Monday, August 12th from 1 -2 pm.
Plan to visit with them at Town Hall every month on the second Monday of the month.
Friends of the Library News!
Roadtown Reads
The Roadtown Reads Book Club meets monthly from
September through May.
More info on the Roadtown Reads Book Club page!
Newcomers are welcome!
Email library.director@shutesbury.org to be added to the Google Group.
Books are available at the Library.
Science Fiction
Email library.director@shutesbury.org to join the list! Books are available at the library.Newcomers are welcome!
Fitness Classes!
The Library is pleased to offer a variety of ongoing fitness classes for adults. These free classes are funded by the Library, the Friends of the Library, the Recreation Committee and the Council on Aging. In 2024, the strength training classes are also supported by a grant from the New Salem Academy.
Email library.director@shutesbury.org to register.
Strength Training: The Anti-Aging Solution
taught by Dr. Kathy Sward
Tuesdays, 9 am, on Zoom
Gentle Yoga with Jeannette
Wednesdays, 9 am on Zoom
Therapeutic Yoga with Dr. Kathy Sward
Thursdays, 9 am on Zoom
Fun for Kids!
An innovative early learning product for students in grade levels kindergarten through second grade
Pebble Go Animals & Biographies is specifically designed for K-3 students. Packed with informational articles, ready-made activities, and literacy supports for students of all abilities, it boosts engagement and fosters independent learning in core subject areas.
Inclement Weather?
If possible, announcements about weather related closures will be posted on the Library's Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/ShutesburyLibrary/. If situations allow, closure information will also be posted on this website.
Free Fun Stuff for Kids!
Fun ~ Free ~ Online resources for families!