The Public in the Library is a snapshot of the people who use the M.N. Spear Memorial Library during this moment in time, 2022. The photos will be on display in the library and eventually, they will be on exhibit in the new Shutesbury Library, bringing a piece of the old to the new.
This project was supported by the Shutesbury Cultural Council and the photos were taken by Shutesbury photographer, Jamie Malcolm Brown.
Click here to see more photos.
How to contact the Library
If you want to request a pickup (for people in households that have Covid), place a hold, renew your library card, or ask a general question, call 259-1213 during our regular open hours or email us at spearlibrary@shutesbury.org
Holiday Closings
Sunday, April 20th (Easter)
Monday, April 21st (Patriot's Day)
Books, Audiobooks, Magazines, DVDs and More
Didn’t find what you were looking for in CW MARS?
Try the Commonwealth Catalog, a statewide resource beyond our local resources. Requests will be delivered for pickup here in Shutesbury.
Digital Resources
Thousands of free digital books, audiobooks and magazines through Overdrive.
Stream popular, independent, and documentary films on kanopy. Free with your Shutesbury library card.
Digital streaming of movies and TV shows, eBooks, Audiobooks, and music on Hoopla. Four free borrows a month with your Shutesbury library card.
Library Giving Day is Wednesday, April 9th!
A generous group of supporters has pledged a $10,000 Matching Gift.
This means every dollar you give, up to $10,000, will be doubled!
Upcoming Family Programs!
Spring Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 19th
10 am
Town Hall
Rain or shine
Bring a basket
The Library is pleased to offer a variety of health, fitness and wellness opportunities.
Ukulele Zoom-Along with Julie
Fourth Monday of each month at 7 pm on Zoom.
February 24th, March 24th, and April 28th and so on.
Email library.director@shutesbury.org to register.
This program is supported in part by a grant from the Shutesbury Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.
State Representative Aaron Saunders
Monthly Office Hours
Rep. Saunders and/or his Legislative Aide Maddy Sinsley will hold office hours on Monday, March 10th from 1-2 pm at Town Hall.
Stop by to say hello!
Office hours will be held on the second Monday of each month at 1 pm.
Tales & Tunes with Katie
Fridays, 10 am, at Shutesbury Elementary School
Co-sponsored by the Community Network for Children
Registration not required but recommended if you'd like to receive notifications of cancellations and changes.
Science Fiction Book Club
Usually meets on the first Wednesday of the month.Next Meeting: Wednesday, February 5th , 7:30 pm on ZoomBooks we will be reading and discussing in the few months.February: Sky Full of Elephants by Cebo CampbellMarch: The Life Impossible by Matt HaigApril: Creation Lake by Rachel Kushner Email library.director@shutesbury.org to join the list! Books are available at the library.Newcomers are welcome! Fun for Kids!
An innovative early learning product for students in grade levels kindergarten through second grade
Pebble Go Animals & Biographies is specifically designed for K-3 students. Packed with informational articles, ready-made activities, and literacy supports for students of all abilities, it boosts engagement and fosters independent learning in core subject areas.
Inclement Weather?
If possible, announcements about weather related closures will be posted on the Library's Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/ShutesburyLibrary/. If situations allow, closure information will also be posted on this website.
Free Fun Stuff for Kids!
Fun ~ Free ~ Online resources for families!