Friends of the Jones Library System News

Just a few days to go --  January 31 is the deadline for basket donations!

The Jones Library is proud have been selected as the November 2011  winners of the “We Love Libraries” lottery sponsored by Sisters in  Crime, an international organization formed to promote the  professional development and advancement of women crime fiction  writers.  Throughout 2010 and 2011, Sisters in Crime has been holding  a monthly lottery drawing of photographs submitted by libraries which  depict library staff with three books from the library collection  written by Sisters in Crime authors.  Each monthly winner receives a  grant of $1,000.  In the winning photograph, Jones Library staff  members posed holding books by Massachusetts member authors. Presentation of the $1,000 check will take place on Sunday, February 5 at 2 pm in the large meeting room at The Jones Library , and will be followed by a panel discussion entitled “Writing New England Mysteries, Long and Short."  Panelists will include Sheila Conn...

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The Jones Library ispleased to announce the launch of our new E-Reader Lending Program. Patrons who are at least 18-years-old can sign up to borrow an E- Reader and experience reading an e-book. We currently have Nook and NookColor E-Readers available and we will be adding others soon. 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 .

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The Jones Library is pleased to present a program by local author Martha Johnson.  If the New Year finds you choosing a career, contemplating a change, or re-entering the work force, then join us 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. Join us in the Large Meeting Room at the Jones Library on Thursday, January 19, 2012 from 7 – 9 pm.  The snow date is February 2. 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 wom...

Join The Jones Library System on Friday, December 30, 2011 from  5:15-7pm at the UMass Mullins Center for the second annual "Kids Day  at the Mullins Center." Local businesses and museums, including The Jones Library, will set up  stations on the concourse featuring interactive and educational  activities. Afterwards, stay for the UMass Men's Basketball game as the Minutemen  take on Central Connecticut State at 7pm.  Tickets are only $6 per  person. Hope to see you there!