Jones Library Kids Room

Jones Library Kids Room Public library serving the community of Amherst, Massachusetts.

The Jones Libraries will close at 12:00pm on Friday, June 12 for the Amherst Town Employee Picnic.
06/11/2026

The Jones Libraries will close at 12:00pm on Friday, June 12 for the Amherst Town Employee Picnic.

Summer Hours Begin Sunday, June 7thThe Jones Library will now be closed on Sundays through the end of August. We hope t...
06/06/2026

Summer Hours Begin Sunday, June 7th

The Jones Library will now be closed on Sundays through the end of August. We hope to see you on some other day of the week!

Branch library hours remain the same.

Jones Library Storytime 📚Thursdays, June 4th, 11th, and 25th 11:00-11:30 amJones Library Kids Room, 101 University Drive...
06/03/2026

Jones Library Storytime 📚

Thursdays, June 4th, 11th, and 25th
11:00-11:30 am
Jones Library Kids Room, 101 University Drive

Join members of the Kids Room staff for a selection of stories at our weekly Thursday morning storytime in our temporary space on the ground floor at 101 University Drive. Caregivers and their little ones are invited to listen to stories, learn songs, and check out books! This program is recommended for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.

*Please note: there will be no storytime on June 18th

Kids Summer Reading Kick-off with The Nields! 🎶🌞📚Saturday, June 20th10:30 am- 12:00 pm For children of all agesMunson Me...
06/02/2026

Kids Summer Reading Kick-off with The Nields! 🎶🌞📚

Saturday, June 20th
10:30 am- 12:00 pm
For children of all ages
Munson Memorial Library Hall
(1046 S. East St, South Amherst)

Come register for Summer Reading and rock out with The Nields!

Join us for a musical morning with the and enjoy folk tunes for the whole family! This local duo is known and loved for their soaring harmonies and engaging performances. The Nields’ family shows include group songs, reconstructions of old classics, plus their own inimitable style of high energy, whimsy, and filigreed harmony singing.

The Nields will be performing from 10:30-11:15am and library staff will be available after the performance to help readers of all ages register for our Summer Reading Program!

Note: parking is available next door to the Munson Library at the South Amherst Congregational Church.

This show is made possible thanks to the Friends of the Jones Libraries. The Massachusetts Statewide Summer Library Program is funded by the Massachusetts Library System, the Boston Bruins, and the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

Saturday Stories and Songs at the Munson Memorial Library in South Amherst 🎶📚 Saturdays, June 13th and July 11th 10:30 -...
06/02/2026

Saturday Stories and Songs at the Munson Memorial Library in South Amherst 🎶📚

Saturdays, June 13th and July 11th
10:30 -11:15 am
In the Hall at the Munson Memorial Library

Join Julie for seasonal stories and ukulele songs! This program is recommended for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.

Note: You are welcome to park in the designated spots in front of the library, or in the neighboring church parking lot.

This program is made possible thanks to the Friends of the Jones Libraries! 💜

Summer Reading is Almost Here! 🌞📚🌱 Our Summer Reading Program for kids, teens, and adults will begin on Saturday, June 2...
05/29/2026

Summer Reading is Almost Here! 🌞📚🌱

Our Summer Reading Program for kids, teens, and adults will begin on Saturday, June 20th! We will celebrate our kick-off event at the Munson Memorial Library Hall, featuring a music performance with followed by time to register for our Summer Reading challenge.

Can’t make it to our kick-off on June 20th? No problem! You can register at the Jones, Munson, and North Amherst Libraries and pick up your Summer Reading packet any time after June 20th.

Look for more information coming soon at joneslibrary.org/summerreading

Sing With Your Baby at the North Amherst Library! 🎶 Fridays, June 5th, 12th, and 26th10:30-11:30 amNorth Amherst Library...
05/29/2026

Sing With Your Baby at the North Amherst Library! 🎶

Fridays, June 5th, 12th, and 26th
10:30-11:30 am
North Amherst Library Meeting Room
Recommend for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers

Join Wendy for Sing With Your Baby! Learn songs and rhymes for babies and caregivers to enjoy together, followed by time to explore musical instruments. No registration required.

*Note that we are closed on Friday, June 19th.

This program is made possible thanks to the Friends of the Jones Libraries.

Want to walk with the Jones Libraries in the Amherst pride parade? We’d love to have you join us!❤️🧡💛💚💙💜Amherst Pride Pa...
05/29/2026

Want to walk with the Jones Libraries in the Amherst pride parade? We’d love to have you join us!

❤️🧡💛💚💙💜
Amherst Pride Parade
Sunday, June 28
Parade: noon - 1pm*
Rally: 1-3pm
❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

*We will meet at 11 am at Amherst Regional High School.

Interested folks should sign up so that we can get a head count: joneslibrary.org/amherstprideparade
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The Jones Library and Branches will be closed on Sunday, May 24th, and Monday, May 25th, in observance of Memorial Day.W...
05/22/2026

The Jones Library and Branches will be closed on Sunday, May 24th, and Monday, May 25th, in observance of Memorial Day.

We’ll see you again on Tuesday, May 26th!

Amherst Ballet at Munson Memorial LibraryWednesday, May 20th4:00 - 4:45 pmHall at Munson Memorial Library in South Amher...
05/07/2026

Amherst Ballet at Munson Memorial Library

Wednesday, May 20th
4:00 - 4:45 pm
Hall at Munson Memorial Library in South Amherst

Join us at the Munson Memorial Library for an engaging presentation by , showcasing excerpts from Amaterasu, a classic Japanese folk tale. Delight in a kid-friendly retelling of the story, enjoy live music, and witness captivating ballet performances. Additionally, you’ll have the opportunity to learn some dance moves yourself!

Appropriate for children of all ages.

Address

43 Amity Street
Amherst, MA
01002

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5:15pm
Tuesday 9am - 8:15pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:15pm
Thursday 9am - 8:15pm
Friday 9am - 5:15pm
Saturday 9am - 5:15pm
Sunday 1pm - 5:15pm

Telephone

+14132593091

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