Russell Public Library

Russell Public Library We are a public, full-service library located in the hill towns of Western Massachusetts.

Our Trustees:
Sherri Merritt [email protected]
Laura Stinnette [email protected]
Jodi Genovese [email protected]

To get in the groove for and our camping themed summer reading, our book recommendation for this week is Harry Woogate...
06/22/2026

To get in the groove for and our camping themed summer reading, our book recommendation for this week is Harry Woogate’s ‘Grandad’s Camper’!

This week, our is Cobweb, by esteemed British author Michael Morpurgo. Inspired by a real account from the Napoleonic ...
06/08/2026

This week, our is Cobweb, by esteemed British author Michael Morpurgo. Inspired by a real account from the Napoleonic Wars, this historical novel will captivate readers of all genres, and foster compassionate for all species.

Parents: Bring your children ages 0-4 years for a weekly interactive storytime with Maggie Lufkin on Thursdays from 10:0...
06/05/2026

Parents: Bring your children ages 0-4 years for a weekly interactive storytime with Maggie Lufkin on Thursdays from 10:00 to 11:00 AM.

Kids grades K- 5th: Sign up for “Wild Readers,” the Russell Public Library’s Summer Reading Program. Every Wednesday fro...
06/05/2026

Kids grades K- 5th: Sign up for “Wild Readers,” the Russell Public Library’s Summer Reading Program. Every Wednesday from July 1st to August 5th, we will learn how to be curious and cautious in the wilds while hiking and camping.

Our final adventure will be a Family Camping Overnight at Noble View Outdoor Center, August 14th-15th from 5:00pm to 10:00 AM. Families must register at Outdoors.org under heading Community, click Local Outings search for date or title “Camp Like a Pro Family Overnight” Please book your tent site at Noble View. Call (603-466-2727) for one night Friday, August 14th. ($30)All food for the overnight will be provided by Russell Public Library.
Everyone is welcome to come to the library this summer to complete the Appalachian Trail with us.

Adults: Join local herbalist Gayle LaScala, for a Botanical Beauty program on June 23rd from 6 to 8 pm. Participants wil...
06/05/2026

Adults: Join local herbalist Gayle LaScala, for a Botanical Beauty program on June 23rd from 6 to 8 pm. Participants will learn about how the plants we'll be using work on the body, so a little bit of physiology, how essential oils help, recipes and hands-on product making plus some pre-made gifts like lotion/face cream. There will also be herbal teas and treats too. All materials will be provided. Register by email [email protected], on our website, call 413-862-6221 and leave a message, or come in and sign up at the library by June 18th.

FAMILIES: Join us on June 20th from 10:00 -12:00 for The Russell Public Library’s Summer Reading Kickoff. We will begin ...
06/05/2026

FAMILIES: Join us on June 20th from 10:00 -12:00 for The Russell Public Library’s Summer Reading Kickoff. We will begin with face painting, games and fun snacks and then feature “Henry the Juggler.” (AKA Henry Lappen) Henry is beloved by audiences everywhere for his zany attempts to defy the laws of gravity. He juggles any number of balls, clubs, rings, and members of the audience . . . He balances strange items on the tip of his nose. Everything is accomplished wordlessly as Henry uses body language (and road signs!) to express himself. Caution: Henry is known to use innocent bystanders in his act. A juggling workshop will follow. Register by email [email protected], on our website, call 413-862-6221 and leave a message, or come in and sign up at the library by June 18th.

Adults: Join local artisan Sue Maxwell for a beading jewelry workshop on June 16th from 6-8pm. Beading materials will b...
06/05/2026

Adults: Join local artisan Sue Maxwell for a beading jewelry workshop on June 16th from 6-8pm. Beading materials will be provided and you are welcome to bring your own. Special pendants will be available for purchase for $5 in cash. Register by email [email protected], on our website, call 413-862-6221 and leave a message, or come in and sign up at the library by June 12th. Limited to the first 12 registrants.

Join us for our last book club until September! On Tuesday, June 9th we will meet from 6-8 pm to discuss Where'd You Go,...
06/05/2026

Join us for our last book club until September! On Tuesday, June 9th we will meet from 6-8 pm to discuss Where'd You Go, Bernadette? by Maria Semple.

06/02/2026

Tonight's book club meeting has been postponed until next Tuesday, July 9th.

Happy month! This week, we are recommending Ariel Crashes A Train, a novel by Olivia A. Cole. Dealing with themes of q...
06/01/2026

Happy month! This week, we are recommending Ariel Crashes A Train, a novel by Olivia A. Cole. Dealing with themes of q***r identity, gender expression, and deeply nuanced mental health issues, this book is the perfect intersection of May - Mental Health Awareness Month, and June - Pride Month!

Address

162 Main Street
Russell, MA
01071

Opening Hours

Monday 3pm - 7pm
Tuesday 10am - 2pm
Wednesday 3pm - 7pm
Thursday 10am - 2pm
Friday 3pm - 7pm
Saturday 10am - 1pm

Telephone

(413) 862-6221

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