Greenfield Public Library

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The Greenfield Public Library serves as a public center for enrichment, entertainment, access to technology, self-directed learning and the exploration of ideas. The Library serves all members of the community, regardless of age, income, education, religious or political beliefs and makes no judgment on the nature of individual inquiry. GPL serves the city of Greenfield and surrounding communities

as a member of the CWMARS network. Items can be requested from other libraries in the area, the state, or nation-wide. We are happy to help you find something entertaining to read or watch or assist you with information searches. We have laptops that are available to the public every hour we are open for use on our front lawn (weather permitting) and wifi that is available 24/7. Books, DVDs, CDs, Playaways, Magazines, eBooks, eAudios, Online Databases, Public Computers, WiFi, Children's Programs

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Drop in at the Greenfield Public Library for an evening of knitting and crocheting! All skill levels are welcome, wheth...
06/23/2026

Drop in at the Greenfield Public Library for an evening of knitting and crocheting! 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, generously sponsored by the Friends of the Greenfield Public Library, is free and intended for ages 12 and up.

Paint a Little Gourd Ornament, Saturday, June 27, 10:00am - 12:00 pmCome and select a little gourd or 2 tiny gourds to p...
06/23/2026

Paint a Little Gourd Ornament, Saturday, June 27, 10:00am - 12:00 pm
Come and select a little gourd or 2 tiny gourds to paint and decorate on Saturday, June 27 at 10:00 am. They make lovely gifts, ornaments or jewelry. Artistic ability is not required. The talented Marsha Leavitt will be on hand to walk you through this fun and enjoyable project.

All supplies will be provided. Bring an apron or wear old clothes.

Space is limited , and pre-registration is required: https://greenfieldpl.libcal.com/event/16922032

This program, generously supported by the Friends of Greenfield Public Library, is free and intended for teens and adults, ages 13+. No experience is necessary.
For more information please contact librarian Francesca: [email protected] or 413-772-1544 x5120

Join us at the Greenfield Public Library on Friday, June 26 at 1:00 pm for "Don't Fight Back"and 10 Other Myths About Cr...
06/22/2026

Join us at the Greenfield Public Library on Friday, June 26 at 1:00 pm for "Don't Fight Back"and 10 Other Myths About Crime, Personal Safety, and Gender-Based Violence, with Meg Stone.

A specific image of violence and how to avoid it lives in a lot of our imaginations. And what some of us fear most is shaped not by the strongest evidence, but the most viral horror stories.

Meg Stone, a nationally recognized violence-prevention expert, will present an accessible guide that debunks the most pervasive myths about crime and offers evidence-based strategies that make us safer. She will dive deep into dangerous safety myths and helps us understand what the evidence shows and what men in positions of authority just expect us to believe because they said so.

This event, sponsored by the Friends of the Greenfield Public Library, is free and open to the public.

Due to additional cuts in the library's materials budget for FY2027, there will be some changes coming effective July 1....
06/22/2026

Due to additional cuts in the library's materials budget for FY2027, there will be some changes coming effective July 1. Our Hoopla budget has been cut in half, and monthly borrows are being reduced to 4, and we will be losing access to Consumer Reports online. Thanks, to the MA Board of Library Commissioners, though, we will gain access to Transparent Languages online.

Through a FY2026 Massachusetts 250 Grant, Greenfield is launching the MA250 Sidewalk Art Tour. This project features 10 ...
06/22/2026

Through a FY2026 Massachusetts 250 Grant, Greenfield is launching the MA250 Sidewalk Art Tour. This project features 10 murals by local artists, each offering a unique perspective on 250 years of American independence. In conjunction with Greenfield’s monthly Arts Walk, a guided tour of the 6 central downtown murals is scheduled for Friday, June 26th. The tour begins at 5 p.m. in front of City Hall and will travel to 5 other locations with a walking distance of .75 miles. The tour will be led by project committee members with participating artists available to discuss their work and engage with the public.

A self-guided tour of all 10 murals in the MA250 Sidewalk Art Tour will be available by scanning a QR code at each mural.

GPL is pleased to welcome local author Eliza Gouverneur on Thursday, June 25 at 2:00 pm in the library’s Conference Room...
06/22/2026

GPL is pleased to welcome local author Eliza Gouverneur on Thursday, June 25 at 2:00 pm in the library’s Conference Room, for an author talk about her new book The Palm of Tyrants: a Mystery of Roman Palestine.

Yona has no child. After ten years of a good marriage, the law requires her husband to divorce her and try again. She is a rarity, an educated woman, but that does not make it any easier to accept her heartbreaking and perilous position. Having fled Jerusalem, she has no dowry and precious few domestic skills. Neither her scholarship nor her cleverness is considered a desirable marriage trait.

Then Joseph is found at the foot of his cart, his head bashed in. Neighbors remember their arguments. Rumors fly, then accusations.

Yonah must rise from the shock of Joseph’s murder to pursue the mystery or she will lose everything. Can she reason her way through the dangerous tangle of zealots and scholars, corrupt officials and the priests of the emperor’s cult? And if she does discover Joseph’s killer, will anyone listen?

A retired librarian, Eliza has been writing since 1994. She is a graduate of the University of Rochester, where she saturated herself with photography and Plato’s dialogues on the way to a major in Anthropology. She has studied at the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College, Gratz College, and with Marge Piercy at Elat Chayyim. The Palm of Tyrants is her first mystery. She has also published Kiddushin, or Toaster Oven Fire, a book of poems. She lives in Western Mass.

For more information, contact Lisa Prolman at 413-772-1544 or email at [email protected].

This program, generously sponsored by the Friends of the Greenfield Public Library, is free and intended for ages 12 and up. Books will be available for purchase at the event.

Are you in the throes of menopause and looking for information? GPL is pleased to welcome Jen Batty on Monday, June 22 ...
06/22/2026

Are you in the throes of menopause and looking for information? GPL is pleased to welcome Jen Batty on Monday, June 22 at 6:00 pm for “Demystifying Menopause: a Workshop For Women Navigating Perimenopause and Menopause”.

This workshop will cover:

• Menopause education: what’s really happening in your body
• Lifestyle tips to improve sleep, brain fog & energy
• Community connection: breakouts to share & support

Jen Batty is a National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach. She helps women navigating menopause, chronic pain, and other health challenges to reconnect with their bodies and feel more like themselves again. Jen approaches this work from a place of lived experience, which deeply informs her coaching. Learn more at www.jenbatty.com

This program, sponsored by the Friends of the Greenfield Public Library, is free and open to the public.

Join us once a month, on the fourth Monday at 6:00 pm, for a dive into seasonal projects and hands-on crafts with the in...
06/20/2026

Join us once a month, on the fourth Monday at 6:00 pm, for a dive into seasonal projects and hands-on crafts with the incomparable Danielle Lucier, in the GPL Makerspace.
Each month will feature a new project inspired by the time of year—think cozy autumn décor, festive holiday creations, and spring florals. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced crafter, you’ll enjoy learning new techniques, sharing ideas, and creating something unique to take home. Come for the crafts, stay for the community!
This month we’ll be making heartfelt cards with recycled materials!
This program, generously supported by the Friends of Greenfield Public Library, is free and intended for teens and adults, ages 13+. No experience is necessary.
For more information please contact librarian Francesca: [email protected] or 413-772-1544 x5120

Library Closed for JuneteenthThe Greenfield Public Library will be closed on Friday, June 19 for Juneteenth. We will reo...
06/18/2026

Library Closed for Juneteenth
The Greenfield Public Library will be closed on Friday, June 19 for Juneteenth. We will reopen on Saturday, June 20, at 9:30 am. Check us out 24/7 at greenfieldpubliclibrary.org for e-books, audiobooks, movie streaming, music, and research fun.

06/17/2026

See what's new this week at the Greenfield Public Library at:

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There are ten new bestsellers, five new movies, 62 new audiobooks, 35 new children's books, and 68 other new books, including 95 that are available online.

The new bestsellers this week include "Rocket's Red Glare," "Villa Coco," and "Light Wielder." The new movies this week include "Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh," "A Charlie Brown Christmas 50th Anniversary: Deluxe Edition," and "Kung Fu Panda."

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412 Main Street
Greenfield, MA
01301

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 8pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 8pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 8pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5pm
Friday 9:30am - 5pm
Saturday 9:30am - 2pm

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(413) 772-1544

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