The Russell Public Library seeks to be an integral part of the Russell Community by offering a warm, responsive place for all people to gather, read, learn, create, and belong.
The Russell Public Library offers appealing monthly programming for folks of all ages. Check out our calendar of events and our Facebook and Instagram pages for details.
Our book group selection for October is Heartwood by Amity Gaige. This novel about a woman lost on the Appalachian Trail follows the search to find her before her time runs out, while exploring the complex bonds between mothers and daughters.
Tues, October 14 from 6:00 - 8:00
Kids: October 18 10:30 - 12:00
Join Ms. Dawne for Falling for Fall, an interactive arts exploration of all things Fall. No fee, but please register by October 17.
October 18 2:00 - 4:00 - Join us for a presentation by Dr. Robert Kidd on industrialist, social engineer, gentleman farmer, and philanthropist Horace A. Moses. Learn about his important contributions to Woronoco and Russell, and the development of Strathmore Paper Mill.
October 21 from 6-8 pm. We will learn the history, taste the goodness, and feed our own sourdough starter. Each participant will leave with a jar of starter and recipes for making bread and more.
There is no fee and all materials will be provided. Registration is capped, so please register soon!
Families, individuals and organizations are invited to create a scarecrow for display on the front lawn of the Library. Click on the event name for more information and details of how to register.
