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KID'S DUNGEONS & DRAGONS
Pittsfield, 2:30 - 4 p.m.

KID’S DUNGEONS & DRAGONS

Fridays, June 26, July 3, 10, 17, & 24

2:30–4 pm | Athenaeum Room

Come learn how to play Dungeons & Dragons! Kids will learn how to play over the course of this five week kid-friendly campaign. Space is limited. Please register by calling or visiting the Children’s Library. Open to ages 8–12.

¡Ven a aprender a jugar a Dungeons & Dragons! Los niños aprenderán a jugar durante esta campaña de cinco semanas, diseñada especialmente para ellos. El cupo es limitado. Inscríbete llamando o visitando la Biblioteca Infantil. Abierto a niños de 8 a 12 años.

Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult 18+ at all times.

For more information call the Children's Library: 413-499-9480, ext. 203.

FAMILY GAME NIGHT AT BERKSHIRE SOUTH!
Great Barrington, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

For all ages. $10 per person OR
$30 Table (up to 4 players) Register at berkshiresouth.org/events Get ready to cheer, compete, and laugh your way through a night of family fun! Join us for a live, game-show style Family Game Night, where teams go head-to-head in a series of fun challenges, quizzes, and competitions. From trivia and physical games to creative contests and a few surprises, you never know what’s coming next! Teams of two or more (representing at least two generations) will take the stage to test their knowledge, teamwork, and sense of humor—all in front of a lively, supportive audience. Some games will call for audience participation, so be sure to bring friends along to tip the scales in your favor! Prizes range from bragging rights and delightfully silly treasures to Berkshire South goodies and gift certificates from around town.

SATURDAY - JULY 18, 2026

ICE CREAM SOCIAL FUNDRAISER
Williamstown, 1 - 3 p.m.

Everyone’s invited for a good cause, celebrating summer with scoops, family fun, & local flavor.

Scoop up some summer fun with us at the Ice Cream Social Fundraiser on July 18! Build?your?own sundaes, local ice cream from High Lawn, SoCo, and Barts, plus kids’ activities and family fun - all while supporting Berkshire County Kids’ Place and the incredible work they do for local children and families. A sweet way to celebrate community and enjoy the best flavors of summer. View link below for details and share it with your friends and family - the more the merrier!

Come enjoy the local ice cream flavors for a good cause.

Visit https://wildoats.coop/news/ice-cream-social-2026

CRAFTY KIDS
Pittsfield, 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Visit the Library for a drop-in craft program! Library staff will prepare a fun craft for kids of all ages to make and take home. Great for the whole family.

¡Visita la biblioteca y participa en nuestro taller de manualidades! El personal de la biblioteca preparará una manualidad divertida para que niños de todas las edades la realicen y se la lleven a casa. ¡Ideal para toda la familia!

Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult 18+ at all times.

For more information call the Children's Library: 413-499-9480, ext. 203.

BIG BLUE BLOCKS PARTY
Pittsfield, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Families with youth of all ages are invited to play and explore with the Library’s Big Blue Blocks.

Se invita a las familias con jóvenes de todas las edades a jugar y explorar con los Big Blue Blocks de la biblioteca.

Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult 18+ at all times.

For more information call the Children's Library: 413-499-9480, ext. 203.

STORYTIME WITH STAY & PLAY
Becket, 10:30 a.m. to noon

Becket Athenaeum hosts a storytime from 10:30 to 11 followed by an hour of stay and play with toys, games, puzzles, and snacks for the kids, along with coffee, tea, snacks, and time for connection for the caregivers. Stop by for either or both.

RSVP appreciated.

MONDAY - JULY 20, 2026

THE WRITING STUDIO
Pittsfield, 2 - 3 p.m.

Young writers are invited to join Library staff at a pop-up writing studio this summer. We will cover topics such as descriptive writing, character development, story arc, and more. We will also work through prompts and exercises to practice topics. No experience necessary. Open to ages 8–12.

Este verano, invitamos a jóvenes escritores a participar en un taller de escritura itinerante con el personal de la biblioteca. Abordaremos temas como la escritura descriptiva, el desarrollo de personajes, la estructura narrativa y mucho más. También trabajaremos con ejercicios y propuestas para practicar. No se requiere experiencia previa. Abierto a niños y jóvenes de 8 a 12 años.

Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult 18+ at all times.

For more information call the Children's Library: 413-499-9480, ext. 203.

PLANT A SEED FAMILY STORYTIME
Pittsfield, 6 - 7 p.m.

Join library staff for a summer reading themed family storytime. We will read books, learn through play, and do activities that explore the themes of nature, gardening and planting the seeds of change. Best for children ages 3-9, siblings welcome.

Únase al personal de la biblioteca para una hora de cuentos familiar con temática de lectura de verano. Ideal para niños de 3 a 9 años; se admiten hermanos.

Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult 18+ at all times.

For more information call the Children's Library: 413-499-9480, ext. 203.

TUESDAY - JULY 21, 2026

TINKER TOTS
Pittsfield, 10 a.m.

Come tinker and explore with the library and Pittsfield's CFCE!

Each week children ages 0-2 (siblings welcome) and their caregivers engage in child-centered play, art, music, storytime, and sensory activities to encourage social, fine and gross motor, and pre-literacy skills.

¡Venga a jugar y explorar con la biblioteca y el CFCE de Pittsfield! Cada semana, los niños y sus cuidadores participan en juegos, arte, música, lectura de cuentos y actividades sensoriales centradas en los niños.

Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult 18+ at all times.

For more information call the Children's Library: 413-499-9480, ext. 5.

BABY & TODDLER PLAYGROUP AND CAREGIVER CONNECTION
Becket, 10-11 a.m.

A casual drop-in group at the Becket Athenaeum where parents/caregivers can connect, share, and feel supported, alongside movement, stories, and play for babies and toddlers. Coffee and tea for adults, snacks for kids provided. RSVP Appreciated. In collaboration with the Coordinated Family and Community Engagement program, which is funded by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care.

LEE LIBRARY: STORYTIME WITH NANDI THE DOG
Lee, 10:30 AM

Nandi, the Therapy Dog, will join one of the librarians for Storytime in the Children’s Room at the Lee Library, 100 Main St., Lee on Tuesday, July 7th and Tuesday, July 21st at 10:30am. Please contact the Lee Library at (413) 243-0385 or stop by the Circulation Desk with questions. leelibraryma.org

LUNCHTIME MOVIE CLUB
Pittsfield, Noon - 2 p.m.

Bring a bag lunch and chill out at the Library! Each week we will show a different movie on the big screen, and provide a craft and light snacks. See front of calendar for titles. Great for the whole family.

¡Trae tu almuerzo y relájate en la biblioteca! Cada semana proyectaremos una película diferente en la pantalla grande y ofreceremos manualidades y refrigerios ligeros. Consulta la portada del calendario para ver los títulos. Ideal para toda la familia.

Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult 18+ at all times.

For more information call the Children's Library: 413-499-9480, ext. 203.

WEDNESDAY - JULY 22, 2026

BABY & TODDLER PLAYGROUP AND CAREGIVER CONNECTION
Becket, 10-11 a.m.

LEE LIBRARY: STORYTIME
Lee, 10:30 a.m.

The Lee Library, 100 Main St., Lee offers weekly children’s programs. Join us Wednesdays at 10:30am for storytime and activities. For questions, please contact the Lee Library at (413) 243-0385 or sign up at the Circulation Desk. leelibraryma.org

HENNA AND A MOVIE
Pittsfield, 2:00 PM-3:30 PM

Join Berkshire Henna to learn about the history and biology of henna, then chill with short animated films as you try it out yourself. This program is restricted to ages 10–18.
Henna ingredients: organic Lawsonia inermis [henna plant] powder, organic sugar, Bulgarian lavender oil, distilled water.

Únete a Berkshire Henna para aprender sobre la historia y la biología de la henna, y luego relájate viendo cortometrajes animados mientras la pruebas tú mismo. Este programa está dirigido a jóvenes de entre 10 y 18 años.
Ingredientes de la henna: polvo orgánico de Lawsonia inermis [planta de henna], azúcar orgánica, aceite de lavanda búlgara, agua destilada.

For more information call the Youth Services Department: (413) 499-9480, ext. 203 or email youngadult@pittsfieldlibrary.org.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

KIDS KNIT WITS
Pittsfield, 4:00 PM

Are you interested in learning how to knit or crochet? Do you already know how to knit or crochet, and would love time to hang out with other crafters? Open to ages 8-12. Basic supplies will be provided, and staff will be available to teach.

¿Te interesa aprender a tejer o hacer crochet? ¿Ya sabes tejer o hacer crochet y te encantaría pasar tiempo con otros artesanos? Para niños de 8 a 12 años. Se proporcionarán materiales básicos y el personal estará disponible para enseñar.

Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult 18+ at all times.

For more information call the Children's Library: 413-499-9480, ext. 203.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

THURSDAY - JULY 23, 2026

LITERACY IN THE PARK: KIRVIN PARK
Pittsfield, 10:30 AM

Join the Library, ParentChild+ and Pittsfield’s CFCE at city parks all summer long! Each week enjoy stories, crafts, activities, and take home a free book to build your at-home library, while supplies last. For ages 6 and under, siblings welcome. Future dates: July 30 – Allen Heights, August 6 – Tucker Park, August 13 – Durant Park

¡Únete a la Biblioteca, ParentChild+ y al CFCE de Pittsfield en los parques de la ciudad durante todo el verano! Cada semana disfruta de cuentos, manualidades y actividades, y llévate un libro gratis para crear tu biblioteca en casa, hasta agotar existencias. Para niños de 6 años o menos, se admiten hermanos.

LEE LIBRARY: GAMING IN THE GALLERY
Lee, 1:00 PM

Join us for Nintendo Switch gaming at the Lee Library, 100 Main St., Lee on Thursday, July 9th and July 23rd at 1pm. Teens and tweens are invited to attend. Please contact the Lee Library at (413) 243-0385 or stop by the Circulation Desk with questions. leelibraryma.org

LEE LIBRARY: ARTS & CRAFTS FOR CHILDREN
Lee, 3:30 pm

The Lee Library, 100 Main St., Lee offers weekly children’s programs. Join us Thursdays at 3:30pm for Arts & Crafts. For questions, please contact the Lee Library at (413) 243-0385 or sign up at the Circulation Desk. leelibraryma.org

FRIDAY - JULY 24, 2026

KID'S DUNGEONS & DRAGONS
Pittsfield, 2:30-4:00 PM

Come learn how to play Dungeons & Dragons at the Berkshire Athenaeum! Kids will learn how to play over the course of this five week kid-friendly campaign. Space is limited. Please register by calling or visiting the Children’s Library, 413-499-9480, ext. 203. Open to ages 8–12.

Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult 18+ at all times.

SATURDAY - JULY 25, 2026

ARTHROPOD PETTING ZOO WITH PROFESSOR BUGMAN
Pittsfield, 10:30 AM-12:00 PM

At the Berkshire Athenaeum, learn all about Arthropods, the most diverse group of animal life on the planet, during this exciting show-and-tell-and-touch program! Learn, see, hear, touch, and even smell the incredible adaptations these creatures have that help them survive in the wild world. Best for ages 3 – 11.

¡Aprenda todo sobre los artrópodos, el grupo de vida animal más diverso del planeta, durante este emocionante programa de mostrar, contar y tocar! Aprenda, vea, escuche, toque e incluso huela las increíbles adaptaciones que tienen estas criaturas que las ayudan a sobrevivir en el mundo salvaje. Lo mejor para edades de 3 a 11 años.

STORYTIME WITH STAY & PLAY
Becket, 10:30 a.m. to noon

RSVP appreciated.

MONDAY - JULY 27, 2026

PLANT A SEED FAMILY STORY TIME
Pittsfield, 6:00 PM-7:00 PM

Join Berkshire Athenaeum staff for a summer reading themed family storytime. We will read books, learn through play, and do activities that explore the themes of nature, gardening and planting the seeds of change. Best for children ages 3-9, siblings welcome.

Únase al personal de la biblioteca para una hora de cuentos familiar con temática de lectura de verano. Ideal para niños de 3 a 9 años; se admiten hermanos.

TUESDAY - JULY 28, 2026

BABY & TODDLER PLAYGROUP AND CAREGIVER CONNECTION
Becket, 10-11 a.m.

TINKER TOTS AT THE ATHENAEUM
Pittsfield, 10:00 AM

Come tinker and explore with the Berkshire Athenaeum and Pittsfield's CFCE!

LUNCHTIME MOVIE CLUB AT THE ATHENAEUM
Pittsfield, 12:00 PM-2:00 PM

LUNCHTIME MOVIE CLUB at the Berkshire Athenaeum. Bring a bag lunch and chill out! Each week we will show a different movie on the big screen, and provide a craft and light snacks. See front of calendar for titles. Great for the whole family.

WEDNESDAY - JULY 29, 2026

BABY & TODDLER PLAYGROUP AND CAREGIVER CONNECTION
Becket, 10-11 a.m.

LEE LIBRARY: STORYTIME
Lee, 10:30 AM

KIDS KNIT WITS
Pittsfield, 4:00 PM

Are you interested in learning how to knit or crochet? Do you already know how to knit or crochet, and would love time to hang out with other crafters? Open to ages 8-12 at the Berkshire Athenaeum. Basic supplies will be provided, and staff will be available to teach.

THURSDAY - JULY 30, 2026