Plan Ahead....

Because this year the North Adams Public Library will be closed on Thanksgiving Day (Nov. 26) AND the following Friday and Saturday, Nov. 27 and 28. We will reopen Monday morning, Nov. 30, at 9 a.m. as usual.

Book Blowout!

Get real deals this Saturday, Nov. 7 from 9 to 2 at our book sale redux at Notre Dame church. Everything must go -- so you'll get even better bargains than are available at our regular book sales. The event is sponsored and run by the Friends of the North Adams Public Library

Veterans' Day

Next Wednesday, November 11, is Veterans' Day, and the library will be CLOSED. Let's remember to honor all those who have served in the past, and those who are serving today. Whether or not we agree with the current military direction, these women and men have given up home and family to serve the greater good.

Annual Book Sale!

The Friends of the North Adams Public Library's Annual Book Sale is this weekend. This year it is being held in the Community Room at the former Notre Dame church up E. Main St. The sale is open Thursday night, Oct. 22, from 5 to 9 and Friday and Saturday, Oct. 23 and 24, from 9 to 5. Lots of goodies -- so get there early for the best selection, and return toward the end for super special deals.

October is . . .

Health Month at the North Adams Public Library. Keep watching our calendar and front page for activities and events, and check out our online and print resources on the subject. The Reference Staff is available to help you find resources to answer your health-related questions.

Knitting Class / Knitting Circle

The Knitting & Crochet circle is back in action! The group meets every Monday (except holidays) from 6 to 7:30 in the front parlor. Everyone is welcome, and instruction is available for beginners. Hope you'll join the fun!

Computer Classes

We've just learned that our volunteer will not be offering computer classes this September and October.

If we were to approach our computer training differently, what would you want to see? Remember, these are general classes, so please do not ask for anything specific to what you do or your industry: We are seeking information about general classes that y'all would like to see.

Thanks!

Changes, changes

Our current director, Marcia Gross, is retiring effective Friday, August 14. Wish her well, as we do! Meanwhile, Rick Moon will take on the Interim Director responsibilities in addition to remaining our Tech Guy. Congrats to both!!!

Congratulations, Kim DiLego!

Following Marion Grillon's retirement, Kim DiLego has been appointed as Youth Services Librarian, with Kirsten Rose joining the staff as Youth Services Assistant! We're sure they'll make a great team.

Question of the Week:

What three United States Presidents visited North Adams between 1880 and 1920?
(Answer next week).