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When Judge Charles Forbes wrote the will, dated September 5, 1876, that resulted in the creation of Forbes Library, he included something generous about what he wished for people who…t Forbes Director Lisa Downing, then the library’s assistant director, had organized with community partners in connection with a book in the All Hamptons Read series. The library gave away books in English and Spanish to children at the games. The lawn at Forbes was the first place I saw a multi-lingual yard sign welcoming immigrants. In English, it read, “No matter where you are from, we’re glad you’re our neighbor.” I know the staff of Forbes L…

Agenda Forbes Library Disability Advisory Board 25 September 2019 3:00 PM Announcements Scent-free restrooms are available on every level. Bathrooms with air fresheners are clearly labeled. New Closed Captioned Videos…early labeled. New Closed Captioned Videos search at https://forbeslibrary.org/accessibility/for-people-who-are-deaf-and-hard-of-hearing/ Accessibility Labs at Forbes Library Staff Accessibility Committee will meet in October Assistive Technology Fair updates Grant Applications – master plan for grounds (CPA) & restroom upgrades (Community Block Grant) Transportation issues and awareness ADA Anniversary in 2020 Advisory board scheduling: would an…

Sue CaseForbes Library has a collection of the works of local poets named the Susan Howard Case Poetry Corner. This collection has been named in memory of a local poet…n donating to the collection should contact Molly Moss, Assistant Director, at 413-587-1017 or mmoss@forbeslibrary.org….

Mission The Calvin Coolidge Presidential Library and Museum (“the Museum”) develops, provides access to, and preserves  historical materials and artifacts related to the lives of Calvin and Grace Coolidge, the…rs to free and open access to the collection. We work collaboratively with organizations holding related collections to create a cohesive history of President Coolidge, his life and times. We place President Coolidge’s personal and professional life in context to tell a local, regional, state, national, and international story. We provide space, opportunities, and resources that enhance civic literacy, assist with the creation of new work and scho…

THE FORBES LIBRARY YOUNG POETS AWARD Submissions will open on May 1st, 2019. NEW DEADLINE: AUGUST 1, 2019 SUBMISSION GUIDELINES: Any Western Massachusetts resident entering grades 9-12 in the fall…eligible to submit. Submissions may be emailed to kjaneczek@forbeslibrary.org or delivered in person to the Forbes Library Young Adult department desk (basement level). Submit by email: Send a PDF of one or two poems without any identifying information. In the body of the email write your full name, the town you live in, an email address, a phone number, and the grade you are entering in the fall of 2019. Submit in person: Bring a hard copy of on…