Dalton Free Public Library

09/05/2026

💥 SAVE THE DATE!💥 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4 @ 3PM - The Dalton Library is proud to kick off National Banned Books Week 2026 with a screening of THE LIBRARIANS (2025). This documentary explores the urgent moment we find ourselves in. As an unprecedented wave of book banning is sparked in Texas, Florida, and beyond, librarians under siege join forces as unlikely defenders fighting for intellectual freedom on the front lines of democracy, flanked by concerned community members and young readers.
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THE LIBRARIANS is a chilling cautionary tale and rallying cry for freedom – told through the personal experiences of librarians under siege and the everyday patriots who join their ranks in defense of the books.
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**This event is funded by donations made in memory of Catherine Rivers.

Watch the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ykll4MWltsQ

Free admission. No registration required.

09/04/2026

Mahjong is BACK! Our Weekly Mahjong Meet Up will be starting up again on FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 at 1pm. Beginners are welcome and two sets are provided. Patrons are encouraged to bring their own 2026 Mahjong cards.
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Registration is required. Call 413-684-6112 or email us at [email protected]

09/04/2026

Are you an aspiring writer? ✍️ Interested in writing classes?
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Writer Judy Padow believes we all have stories about our lives, and the lives of others who are important to us, and our stories show up in our poems and the fictional characters we create.
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Come meet Judy, connect with other writers and explore what writing programs and projects could be offered at the Dalton Library.
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About Judy: A graduate of Rutgers Law School, she has a Master of Fine Arts in writing from Vermont College of Fine Arts. Her creative writing has been published on-line and in print, and she has facilitated others’ writing. Judy just moved to Dalton and is interested in sharing her writing experiences and learning about yours.

09/03/2026

Got a library card? Don't Missing Library Card Sign-Up Month! Lots of Pittsfield businesses have discounts for Library Card Holders!
Need a library card? Come on by with photo ID and proof of address and we'll get you signed up!

September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month, and the Berkshire Athenaeum, Pittsfield’s Public Library, has partnered with Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. to help you save big! During the month of September, show your Berkshire Athenaeum library card at participating local businesses for discounts a...

09/03/2026

SAVE YOUR SEAT!!🎥 🎬️ 🍿The Dalton Library is offering TWO free screenings of the MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival on Saturday, September 26 at 6pm and Sunday, September 27 at 3pm. (run time approx. 2.5 hours with intermission).
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Registration is required. For more information or to sign up, call 413-684-6112 or email [email protected].
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If you cannot make it to one of the screenings at Dalton Library, you are in luck!!! We are partnering with the public libraries of Williamstown, North Adams, Becket/Washington, Stockbridge & Sheffield to present a total of eight screenings across Berkshire County. See the full schedule of screenings visit https://www.daltonlibrary.org/manhattan-short-2026
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ABOUT THE FESTIVAL: The 29th MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival invites over 100,000 film lovers across the world to unite in over 500 cities on six continents for one reason...to view and vote on the ten Finalists' Films
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Discover your inner film critic by casting your vote for Best Film and Best Actor in the 29th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival screening on Sept.24-Oct 4, 2026. You'll join film lovers simultaneously in over 500 venues across the globe gathering to see the Ten Finalist from Ten Countries in this year's event. With past finalists garnering Oscar nominations and short films continuing to move into the Hollywood mainstream, come see this entertaining program featuring the best short films in the world today! Ballots supplied upon entry.

09/03/2026

Join our Monthly Book Discussion. September’s Pick: Daughters of the Samurai by Janice Nimura
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The next meeting of our Monthly Book Discussion Group will be on Thursday, September 24 at 1pm. Come by the library to grab a copy of this book.
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All are welcome to attend. No registration is required.

09/02/2026

See the new All New Items at the Dalton Free Public Library at:

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This week's 22 new items include "Big Little Truths", "Heart of Glass", and "The Rise and Fall of the Artificial State".

09/02/2026

THIS THURSDAY, SEPT. 3 AT 1PM! Grab your yarn and needles and come join the circle!

09/02/2026

🎭️ IN THE MOOD FOR THEATRE? 🎭️ Come see Seniors Acting Up! at Dalton Library on Tuesday, Sept. 8 at 6pm. This is event is free and open to anyone. No need to register.
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Seniors Acting Up (originally called "Milton's Gang") is a troupe of amateur actors, ranging in age from late sixties to early eighties. They perform short, staged comedic readings, for free, at libraries, senior centers, temples, and independent and assisted living residences. Their goal is to offer a distraction from the stresses of life by providing an hour or so of laughter and reflection.

09/01/2026

There are still spots available for next week's workshop! Join Amanda Raymond and create a temporary community Mandala using leaves, flowers, stoned, pinecones and other natural materials while exploring mindfulness, creativity and connection to nature.
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Amanda Raymond, a licensed mental health therapist, international retreat leader, wellness educator, and artist. She is owner of ONE LIFE. LIVE IT.®
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Space is limited. Registration Required.
To sign up, call 413-684-6112 or email [email protected]