Kids' LEGO Club (drop-in)

Come be a part of the kids' GPL Lego Club!Legos will be available to play with in the Children's Room every Monday from 3:30 - 5pm. Complete one of the given challenges or make your own creation to be put on display until the next week. This program, made possible throu......More

Come be a part of the kids' GPL Lego Club!Legos will be available to play with in the Children's Room every Monday from 3:30 - 5pm. Complete one of the given challenges or make your own creation to be put on display until the next week. This program, made possible through the generosity of the Friends of the Greenfield Public Library, is free and recommended for children age 3 .

Children's Activity Room

Chess Club

Meet up with other chess players at the Greenfield Public Library. All ages and skill levels are welcome, for both casual and serious games. Chess instruction is available for beginners, and anyone wanting to learn the game. Chess sets will be provided, but feel free to......More

Meet up with other chess players at the Greenfield Public Library. All ages and skill levels are welcome, for both casual and serious games. Chess instruction is available for beginners, and anyone wanting to learn the game. Chess sets will be provided, but feel free to bring your own!This program is free and open to all, but children must be accompanied by an adult.

2nd Floor Games Corner

Family Board Game Night (drop-in)

Join us for Family Board Game Night at the library on Monday, June 23, from 5:30 - 7:30 pm. Enjoy a fun evening of games, laughter, and quality time with loved ones—no registration needed, just drop in and play!For more information, contact Ellen Lavoie at ellen.lavoie@......More

Join us for Family Board Game Night at the library on Monday, June 23, from 5:30 - 7:30 pm. Enjoy a fun evening of games, laughter, and quality time with loved ones—no registration needed, just drop in and play!For more information, contact Ellen Lavoie at [email protected] or call (413) 772-1544 x5104.This program, made possible through the generosity of the Friends of the Greenfield Public Library, is free and recommended for children ages 5-12 and their caregivers.

Children's Activity Room

Friends Use

Conference Room

Book Babies

It’s time for Storytime, babies! Join Children's Librarian Ellen Lavoie for reading, lap bouncing, and singing on Tuesdays at 10:00 am. It’s a great way to meet other babies, new parents, and caregivers! Recommended ages for this 30-minute program are birth-18 months. F......More

It’s time for Storytime, babies! Join Children's Librarian Ellen Lavoie for reading, lap bouncing, and singing on Tuesdays at 10:00 am. It’s a great way to meet other babies, new parents, and caregivers! Recommended ages for this 30-minute program are birth-18 months. For more information, contact Ellen Lavoie at [email protected] or call (413) 772-1544 x5104.This program, made possible through the generosity of the Friends of the Greenfield Public Library, is free and open to the public.

Children's Activity Room

Resumania!

Career Counselors and Resume Experts from the MassHire Franklin Hampshire Career Center will be at the Greenfield Public Library on Tuesday, June 24 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm for Resumania!Bring your printed resume to get quick tips, suggestions, and on-the-spot, superfa......More

Career Counselors and Resume Experts from the MassHire Franklin Hampshire Career Center will be at the Greenfield Public Library on Tuesday, June 24 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm for Resumania!Bring your printed resume to get quick tips, suggestions, and on-the-spot, superfast feedback. No appointment is necessary, and walk-ins are welcome.For more information, call 413-774-4361 or visit www.masshirefhcareers.orgMassHire Programs & Services are funded in full by US Department of Labor (USDOL) Employment and Training Administration grantsThis program is free and open to everyone in our community.

Community Meeting Room

Drop-in-and-Draw Class

Did you know that connection and community relieves loneliness and isolation?Join local artist and educator Kemah on Tuesdays in the GPL Makerspace and start an artist journey journal. Let your imagination fly in this low-key, safe, and welcoming group of creatives.For ......More

Did you know that connection and community relieves loneliness and isolation?Join local artist and educator Kemah on Tuesdays in the GPL Makerspace and start an artist journey journal. Let your imagination fly in this low-key, safe, and welcoming group of creatives.For more information, please contact Teen Librarian Francesca Passiglia at 413-772-1544 or [email protected] program, generously supported by the Friends of the Greenfield Public Library, is free and intended for teens and adults, ages 13 .

Makerspace

Conversational French

--Vous parlez français? --Euh... oui, un peu.If this is you, and you would like to put a few drops of oil on your rusty French conversation skills, have a seat at La Table Française, the 4th Tuesday of the month, from 5:30 - 6:30 pm, in the GPL Conference Room.This is a......More

--Vous parlez français? --Euh... oui, un peu.If this is you, and you would like to put a few drops of oil on your rusty French conversation skills, have a seat at La Table Française, the 4th Tuesday of the month, from 5:30 - 6:30 pm, in the GPL Conference Room.This is an intermediate conversation group, not a class. Tamara Grogan, Greenfield resident and 25-year veteran French teacher, will facilitate. If interested, please send an email to Tamara at [email protected].À bientôt!This program is free and intended for ages 16 .Library, is free and open to the public.

Conference Room

Drop-In Knitting & Crochet

Drop in at the Greenfield Public Library for a knitting/crocheting group! All skill levels are welcome, whether you’re new with needles and hooks, or an old pro. Bring your own supplies, and enjoy some time working on your project while connecting with other crafters.Th......More

Drop in at the Greenfield Public Library for a knitting/crocheting group! All skill levels are welcome, whether you’re new with needles and hooks, or an old pro. Bring your own supplies, and enjoy some time working on your project while connecting with other crafters.This program is free and intended for ages 13 and up.

Makerspace

Summer Eats Movie Night

Community Meeting Room

Toddler Time Story Time

Toddlers, get those wiggles out! Join Childrens's Librarian Ellen Lavoie for stories, songs, and activities focused on early literacy, Wednesdays at 10:00 am in the Children’s Activity Room. Recommended ages for this 30–45 minute program is 18-36 months. For more infor......More

Toddlers, get those wiggles out! Join Childrens's Librarian Ellen Lavoie for stories, songs, and activities focused on early literacy, Wednesdays at 10:00 am in the Children’s Activity Room. Recommended ages for this 30–45 minute program is 18-36 months. For more information, contact Ellen at [email protected] or call (413) 772-1544 x5104.This program, made possible through the generosity of the Friends of the Greenfield Public Library, is free and open to the public.

Children's Activity Room

​​​​​​​Babywearing Meet Up: Babywearing, Parenting and Mental Health

Bring your little one and your carrier(s) if you have any to this babywearing workshop in the Children’s Room immediately following Toddler Time. All experience levels are warmly welcomed! Older children are welcome to join and observe or quietly play nearby. 60 minutes......More

Bring your little one and your carrier(s) if you have any to this babywearing workshop in the Children’s Room immediately following Toddler Time. All experience levels are warmly welcomed! Older children are welcome to join and observe or quietly play nearby. 60 minutes. *Now meeting monthly on 4th Wednesdays! June focus: Babywearing, parenting and mental health.For more information, contact Ellen Lavoie at [email protected] or call (413) 772-1544 x5104.This program, made possible through the generosity of the Friends of the Greenfield Public Library, is free and designed for caregivers of children ages 0-3.

Children's Activity Room

Wednesday Resources for Teens, Wednesday, June 4, 11, 18, 25, from 3:00 - 5:15 pm

Teen Room & Local History RoomStop by the Teen Room on Wednesday afternoon to take what you need from our teen care cabinet, speak with a MassHire Youth Specialist about jobs and make a recording about what’s on your mind for the Community Conversations hotline.For more......More

Teen Room & Local History RoomStop by the Teen Room on Wednesday afternoon to take what you need from our teen care cabinet, speak with a MassHire Youth Specialist about jobs and make a recording about what’s on your mind for the Community Conversations hotline.For more information, please contact Teen Librarian Francesca Passiglia at 413-772-1544 or [email protected] program, made possible through the generosity of the Friends of the Greenfield Public Library, is free and for teens aged 13 -20.

Teen Room

Team Library Meeting

Community Meeting Room

Community Conversations

Join us at the Greenfield Public Library on Wednesdays from 4:15 - 5:15 pm for “Community Conversations 413”, a casual weekly conversation group."Community Conversations 413" is a student-run initiative designed to support members of our community through conversations......More

Join us at the Greenfield Public Library on Wednesdays from 4:15 - 5:15 pm for “Community Conversations 413”, a casual weekly conversation group."Community Conversations 413" is a student-run initiative designed to support members of our community through conversations about current events, mental health and whatever is on our minds that day in a friendly environment. This program is open to both teens and adults.The name 'Community Conversations 413' reflects our belief that sharing our differences through dialogue enriches our community. By engaging in meaningful conversations, we can become more well-rounded individuals. For more information, please contact Teen Librarian Francesca Passiglia at 413-772-1544 or [email protected] the Community Conversations Hotline: This hotline, created by teens, for the community, attempts to make a space for political anxiety. Through recorded messages listeners can call in to hear teens’ aspirations, resources, good news, and much more.We’re currently recording messages. Email [email protected] if you are a teen looking to share your thoughts with the world. Teens can also drop in during our weekly meetings on Wednesdays from 4:15-5:15 in the Local History Room.

Local History Room

Friends of the Greenfield Public Library

Conference Room

Wednesday Night Writers Workshop

Writers are invited to attend a weekly informal gathering to workshop their prose and poetry in-progress. Everyone is welcome to bring three single-spaced or six double-spaced pages max and enough copies so that everyone can read along and provide feedback. Writers will......More

Writers are invited to attend a weekly informal gathering to workshop their prose and poetry in-progress. Everyone is welcome to bring three single-spaced or six double-spaced pages max and enough copies so that everyone can read along and provide feedback. Writers will take turns reading their work aloud, with a volunteer moderator leading the discussion. Writers aren’t allowed to talk while being critiqued.

Local History Room

​​​​​​​MassHire Employer Spotlight: Franklin County Sheriff’s Office

Representatives from MassHire Franklin Hampshire Career Center will be at the Greenfield Public Library on Thursday, June 26 from 10:00 am - 11:30 am. They will be highlighting The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office.The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office is currently seekin......More

Representatives from MassHire Franklin Hampshire Career Center will be at the Greenfield Public Library on Thursday, June 26 from 10:00 am - 11:30 am. They will be highlighting The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office.The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office is currently seeking motivated individuals with a desire to serve and improve their community. Working at the Sheriff’s Office provides the opportunity to team with clinicians, medical staff and other security staff in an effort to improve the safety of our communities by helping incarcerated men and women overcome addiction, trauma, mental health issues and improve job and housing opportunities. Franklin County Sheriff’s Office is located at 160 Elm St in Greenfield, MA.Franklin County Sheriff’s Office is currently hiring for the position of Correctional Officer. Recruits will take part in a ten-week basic recruit training academy. Benefits include a starting salary of $66,229 per year, paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, medical and dental benefits and a retirement plan.For more information, visit www.masshirefhcareers.org, or call (413) 774-4361This program is free and intended for ages 18 .

Main Lobby

Drop-in Playgroup

Free play with a mix of toys and activities for little ones ages 0-5. A story or two (or a few!) will be offered at 10:30am.For more information, contact Ellen Lavoie at [email protected] or call (413) 772-1544 x5104.This program, made possible through the ......More

Free play with a mix of toys and activities for little ones ages 0-5. A story or two (or a few!) will be offered at 10:30am.For more information, contact Ellen Lavoie at [email protected] or call (413) 772-1544 x5104.This program, made possible through the generosity of the Friends of the Greenfield Public Library, is free and open to the public.

Children's Activity Room

Tapestry Information Session

Members of Tapestry Health will be at the Greenfield Public Library on Friday, June 13 and 27, from 2:30 - 3:30 pm, to answer questions and provide information about their free and low-cost health care options and services. Stop by to learn how to book appointments, pic......More

Members of Tapestry Health will be at the Greenfield Public Library on Friday, June 13 and 27, from 2:30 - 3:30 pm, to answer questions and provide information about their free and low-cost health care options and services. Stop by to learn how to book appointments, pick up safer-sex supplies, and other Tapestry swag!Tapestry is a human services organization that focuses on sexual health. They believe that access to compassionate, accurate, high-quality healthcare should be available to everyone. Tapestry provides safe spaces in all four counties of Western Mass where anyone can receive the care they need without fear of judgment or stigma.This program is free and open to everyone in our community.

Main Lobby

Kids' LEGO Club (drop-in)

Come be a part of the kids' GPL Lego Club!Legos will be available to play with in the Children's Room every Monday from 3:30 - 5pm. Complete one of the given challenges or make your own creation to be put on display until the next week. This program, made possible throu......More

Come be a part of the kids' GPL Lego Club!Legos will be available to play with in the Children's Room every Monday from 3:30 - 5pm. Complete one of the given challenges or make your own creation to be put on display until the next week. This program, made possible through the generosity of the Friends of the Greenfield Public Library, is free and recommended for children age 3 .

Children's Activity Room

Chess Club

Meet up with other chess players at the Greenfield Public Library. All ages and skill levels are welcome, for both casual and serious games. Chess instruction is available for beginners, and anyone wanting to learn the game. Chess sets will be provided, but feel free to......More

Meet up with other chess players at the Greenfield Public Library. All ages and skill levels are welcome, for both casual and serious games. Chess instruction is available for beginners, and anyone wanting to learn the game. Chess sets will be provided, but feel free to bring your own!This program is free and open to all, but children must be accompanied by an adult.

2nd Floor Games Corner

Book Babies

It’s time for Storytime, babies! Join Children's Librarian Ellen Lavoie for reading, lap bouncing, and singing on Tuesdays at 10:00 am. It’s a great way to meet other babies, new parents, and caregivers! Recommended ages for this 30-minute program are birth-18 months. F......More

It’s time for Storytime, babies! Join Children's Librarian Ellen Lavoie for reading, lap bouncing, and singing on Tuesdays at 10:00 am. It’s a great way to meet other babies, new parents, and caregivers! Recommended ages for this 30-minute program are birth-18 months. For more information, contact Ellen Lavoie at [email protected] or call (413) 772-1544 x5104.This program, made possible through the generosity of the Friends of the Greenfield Public Library, is free and open to the public.

Children's Activity Room

Talk to an Assessor!

City Assessor Jim Geisman is available to answer any questions you may have at the Greenfield Public Library the first Tuesday of each month in Study Room B. Come on by and have a chat with him!

Drop-in Scrabble at GPL

Spellmasters are invited to join a by-weekly game of Scrabble. Participants will be encouraged to put their word skills against another player, although bigger games will be allowed.This program, made possible through the generosity of the Friends of the Greenfield Publ......More

Spellmasters are invited to join a by-weekly game of Scrabble. Participants will be encouraged to put their word skills against another player, although bigger games will be allowed.This program, made possible through the generosity of the Friends of the Greenfield Public Library, is free and intended for ages 12 and older.

2nd Floor Games Corner

Drop-In Knitting & Crochet

Drop in at the Greenfield Public Library for a knitting/crocheting group! All skill levels are welcome, whether you’re new with needles and hooks, or an old pro. Bring your own supplies, and enjoy some time working on your project while connecting with other crafters.Th......More

Drop in at the Greenfield Public Library for a knitting/crocheting group! All skill levels are welcome, whether you’re new with needles and hooks, or an old pro. Bring your own supplies, and enjoy some time working on your project while connecting with other crafters.This program is free and intended for ages 13 and up.

Makerspace

Summer Eats Movie Night

Community Meeting Room