Community Conversation: Sensory Spaces in Public Libraries

Tilton Library 71 North Main Street, South Deerfield, MA, United States

Tilton library received a $10,000 grant to make our library more accessible for neurodivergent youth. Currently we are planning a sensory room and we need your help to create an accessible space that feels safe and welcoming for everyone. Join us at the Tilton Library’s temporary location for pizza and an informal conversation. All ages welcome, we want to hear from kids and adults! We’ll talk about sensory equipment, accessible seating, lighting, and more. Can’t make the meeting, but you want to share your thoughts? Use the contact information below. To request accommodations contact Holly Johnson at 413-665-4683 or hjohnson@cwmars.org Please allow at least three days to arrange accommodation.

VIRTUAL WEEKLY CLASS: Qigong for Adults

TILTON IS CO-HOSTING THIS FREE WEEKLY CLASS, SPONSORED BY SUNDERLAND LIBRARY. Dvora Eisenstein leads this free weekly Qigong class on Zoom. Qigong is an ancient Chinese health care system integrating slow movements, breathing techniques, and focused intention. Qigong calms your mind, improves your balance, and enhances health. This practice is suitable for all levels of ability and ages. Anyone may join this free class at any time. TO JOIN, CLICK THIS ZOOM LINK: https://zoom.us/j/117278043

Event Series Story Time

Story Time

Tilton Library 71 North Main Street, South Deerfield, MA, United States

All ages & abilities welcome!  Drop in the children's room for a relaxed story hour, listen to books, play, make crafts, and visit our bearded dragon! The library is closed on Tuesdays at 10:30, but our door will be open for Story time families.

Summer Reading Kick Off

Deerfield Elementary School Grounds 21 Pleasant St, South Deerfield, MA, United States

Join us at the pavilion behind Deerfield Elementary School to sign up for summer reading and get a sweet treat and seed packet from Atlas (while supplies last). Meet Birdie, a sweet therapy dog! We'll have games, crafts, bubbles and of course our bearded dragon, Mango! To request accommodations contact Holly Johnson at 413-665-4683 or hjohnson@cwmars.org Please allow at least three days to arrange accommodation. *Rain Location: Deerfield Town Hall Funded by the Friends of Tilton Library

Playful Engineers: Artful Mechanisms!

Deerfield Elementary School Grounds 21 Pleasant St, South Deerfield, MA, United States

Join us at the pavilion behind Deerfield Elementary School for a Makerspace Build-Along Workshop! Free for all ages. To make sure we have enough supplies, please use the link or call the library to reserve your spot today! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/playful-engineers-artful-mechanisms-tickets-1364312357989?aff=oddtdtcreator To request accommodations contact Holly Johnson at 413-665-4683 or hjohnson@cwmars.org Please allow at least three days to arrange accommodation. Rain Location: Deerfield Town Hall Funded by the Friends of Tilton Library and the Deerfield Cultural Council

Insect Handling Session

Deerfield Elementary School Grounds 21 Pleasant St, South Deerfield, MA, United States

Join us at the pavilion behind the Deerfield Elementary School for an interactive insect program by The UMass Amherst Fernald Club. To request accommodations contact Holly Johnson at 413-665-4683 or hjohnson@cwmars.org Please allow at least three days to arrange accommodation. Rain Location: Deerfield Town Hall

Musical Storytelling Folk Songs by Eli Elkus

Deerfield Elementary School Grounds 21 Pleasant St, South Deerfield, MA, United States

Join us at the pavilion behind the Deerfield Elementary School for original and passed down songs & stories with some interactive folk game songs in support of the summer reading program theme ‘Level Up At Your Library’. Eli Elkus is a Musical Storyteller, Song Craftsman & Folk Activist. http://elielkus.com To request accommodations contact Holly Johnson at 413-665-4683 or hjohnson@cwmars.org Please allow at least three days to arrange accommodation. Rain Location: Deerfield Town Hall This program is supported in part by a grant from the Deerfield Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

Trevor “The Games Man”

Deerfield Elementary School Grounds 21 Pleasant St, South Deerfield, MA, United States

TREVOR "The Games Man" is a trained and certified New Games Leader & Cooperative Play Specialist, Professional Stiltwalker, a Cooperative Games Educator, and multiple award-winning entertainer. Join us at the pavilion behind Deerfield Elementary school for an uproarious, participatory stage show and craft for kids & families. This is a free event. To request accommodations contact Holly Johnson at 413-665-4683 or hjohnson@cwmars.org Please allow at least three days to arrange accommodation. Rain Location: Deerfield Town Hall Funded in part by a grant from the Deerfield Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency. Funded in part by the Friends of Tilton Library.