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Closed on Saturdays
The Monson Free Library will be closed Saturdays: August 21, August 28 and September 4 due to staff shortages.
The September Newsletter is Here!
Click here to read the September Newsletter
Introducing our new Gift Book Donation Form
Have you ever thought of making a donation to the Library in honor or memory of a loved one? We've got a new form to make it even easier. Click here to download our new Gift Book Donation Form (Adobe Reader required).
Historical Monson Displays
The Monson Free Library is proud to host a revolving year-long display highlighting notable Monson people in honor of the 250th anniversary of the town taking place this year. Monson native, Dr. Richard LaFond has dedicated countless hours to researching Monson residents and Monson Academy alum. Many names will be familiar but many may be unknown to residents today. Do you know who performed the first operation to remove gallstones? Who was Monson’s connection to the Kennedy family? Or which Monson Academy teacher was the first woman to hold a U.S. Cabinet position? Visit the library throughout the year to get answers to these questions!
Story of Monson Available at the Library
The Story of Monson by Mary Reed Newland originally printed in 1960 to celebrate the town’s bicentennial has now been reprinted to commemorate 250th anniversary of Monson. This new version contains a dedication to the author by her son, James Newland. Mary Newland wrote this for the children of Monson so they may have an appreciation for their history. We hope by re-introducing this treasure all residents may get that chance once again. This book is available at the Library for $5.00 each. Proceeds will benefit the library where Mary spent much time entertaining children with her magical story hours.
