Friends of the BPL Meet and Greet

Get read for a grape adventure! Join us on Friday, May 3rd at 6:30pm for the opening night of the Brimfield Winery and meet the Friends of the Brimfield Library. It’s a unique opportunity to learn more about the organization and their efforts, and maybe even taste some amazing wine!

Social Justice Book Club

Come and have a conversation about some of the most important issues of our time on Thursday, May 30th at 6:30pm. We seek to foster open, respectful conversation on difficult topics. The book of the month for May is The People’s Hospital. This event will be held on Zoom. Email BrimfieldUCC@gmail.com to register and a Zoom invitation will be sent.

The library has several copies of the book available for borrowing!

Needle Felting Workshop: Fairy Garden

Come explore the exciting world of needle felting! You can learn and practice new skills while making an enchanted fairy garden on Thursday, May 16th from 5-7:30pm.


Whether you’re new to needle felting or an experienced enthusiast, this fun workshop is for you. Join fiber artist, Tracy Kochanski as she helps you develop your needle felting skills. In this workshop you’ll learn how to choose wool, use proper needle technique and how to sculpt and attach basic shapes to create the various elements of the garden. You’ll explore form, texture and detail in a relaxed atmosphere while working with an array of colored wool.

All materials and tools will be provided.All experience levels are welcome. This event is for adults only.

Space is limited to 15 participants, so sign up today!

Bear’s Easter Story Hour

Join us for a special holiday story hour on Wednesday, March 27th at 4:30pm with Bonnie! We will be reading the story and making an Easter chick craft. There might even be a few goodies to nibble on when you leave. Sign-up is required. Space is limited to 12 participants. This event is geared for children ages 4-10. Call 413-245-3518 to reserve your spot.

Together We Read Digital Book Club

Together We Read, the Libby App’s digital book club, connects readers around the U.S. with the same book at the same time.

Borrow “One Summer in Savannah” by Terah Shelton Harris today through March 6th without any waitlists or holds. You have unlimited access to both the eBook and audiobook.

We have also purchased the book, and several copies are still available for Inter Library Loan in case you’d rather hold the book. Just log in to our catalog at https://brimfield.cwmars.org and reserve your title today!

Tween Cooking Program with the Food Explorers!

Join Food Explorers to make Pizza Naan Breads! This event will be on Tuesday, March 12th at 5:30pm.

You’ll be making your own dough completely from scratch, learning how to mix, knead and roll and stuffing with a deliciously cheesy filling. These naan breads are perfect dipped in marinara sauce. You’ll need the following ingredients: flour, baking powder, salt, plain Greek yogurt, milk, shredded mozzarella, garlic and marinara sauce. You will also need a rolling pin.

This class will be conducted using Zoom.

This event is for children ages 9+ and is limited to 12 families. Please call 413-245-3518 or email the library at brimfieldlibraryrequests@gmail.com to sign-up.

Once your family has signed up we will email you the zoom link. This event is being sponsored by the Friends of the Brimfield Public Library, Inc.

Tween Cooking Program with the Food Explorers

Join Food Explorers to make “Crumbl” style Caramel Cheesecake Cookies! This event will be on Tuesday, February 27th at 5:30pm.

These cookies are big, delicious, and loaded with toppings. You’ll need the following ingredients: 2 sticks butter, white sugar, brown sugar, powdered sugar, 2 eggs, vanilla, flour, 1 box graham crackers, baking soda, baking powder, 8 oz cream cheese and caramel sauce. You will also need an electric mixer.

This class will be conducted using Zoom.

This event is for children ages 9+ and is limited to 12 families. Please call 413-245-3518 or email the library at brimfieldlibraryrequests@gmail.com to sign-up.

Once your family has signed up we will email you the zoom link. This event is being sponsored by the Friends of the Brimfield Public Library, Inc.

Blind Date With a Book!

For the month of February at the Brimfield Public Library, check out our surprise books wrapped in red. Read the profile on the cover and take a chance! Will your blind date be hot or not? Rate your date at the end and return it to let us know!

Polar Express Story Hour

Join us for a special holiday story hour at 4:30pm with Bonnie on Tuesday, December 5th!! We will be reading the story and making a Polar Express craft. There might even be a little goodie bag to go as well! Sign-up is required. Space is limited to 12 participants. This event is geared for children ages 4-10. Call 245-3518 to reserve your spot.

Present Wrapping Event

Need a space to wrap your presents away from prying eyes? Drop in from 6-7:45 p.m. on Monday, December 18th and Tuesday, December 19th and use our supplies (or bring your own) to create beautiful packages ready for giving! We will provide festive music and refreshments, wrapping paper, ribbon, scissors, and tape. Just bring your gifts to wrap and your holiday cheer! This is an adult only event.