Friends of the Jones Library System News

Tuesday, June 5, 2012; 7pm; The Jones Library Large Meeting Room ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~ Please join the Air Force Band of Liberty Bay State Clarinet Trio for a memorable evening of musical entertainment on Tuesday, June 5th at 7pm in the Large Meeting Room of the Jones Library, 43 Amity Street in Amherst. Stationed at Hanscom Air Force Base, MA, these outstanding musicians bring audiences of all ages to their feet with sparkling performances of a program featuring something for all musical tastes: popular, Broadway, patriotic, jazz and folk music, as well as original pieces for clarinet. As professional military musicians, The United States Air Force Band of Liberty is dedicated to using the power of music to inspire Air Force members and the public, producing innovative musical programs and products, and communicating Air Force excellence throughout New England and around the globe. This program is sponsored by the Jones Library and is free and open to the public. For ...

If this time of year finds you graduating, choosing a career, contemplating a change, or re-entering the work force, join us in the Large Meeting Room tonight, Thursday, May 17, 2012 from 7-9pm for a program that provides an opportunity for career reflection. Based on the book "Why Not Do What You Love?  An Invitation to Calling and Contribution in a World Hungry for Your Gifts," local author Martha Johnson offers attendees of any age a chance to engage with questions and  possibilities that may provide clarity and enrichment as you seek to achieve current work/life goals. Martha Johnson has lived a long life of doing what she’s loved, as a school teacher, Peace Corps volunteer,  National Park ranger, founding principal of her own consulting and training practice, and leader coach.  She is currently a resource for women over 55 desiring to make sense and satisfaction out of the puzzle pieces of their lives for their remaining years. Free and open to the public. ...

The Jones Library has added several new E-Readers to our lending program!  You can now sign up to borrow a NOOK Simple Touch, a NOOK Color, or a Kindle Touch. Learn more about the program by visiting our website: www.joneslibrary.org/ereaders. html . If you have any additional questions or if you'd like to request an E- Reader, please call the Reference Desk at   413-259-3096 .

Little font, big news... Click on the image to enlarge it (a bit!).  Or simply visit the MLA's website here to read more about it. (And take a look at which newly-minted Jones Library Trustee won the same award last year!)

is installed at the Jones.  Come visit it. Want more info?  Go here .