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NEWEST ARRIVALS
NEED A LIBRARY CARD?
Use the new CW MARS online registration form.
Please be sure to include your mailing address, phone number, and/or email to expedite your new card. Thank you!
Apply for an eCard and use it online today!
An eCard is a CW MARS library card that you can register for online to access electronic materials, such as ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, and databases. The eCard is for patrons who do not already have a CW MARS library card and may be upgraded to a physical library card with borrowing privileges by visiting your local library and providing proof of address.
WHAT’S NEW AT BUSHNELL-SAGE LIBRARY?
We’re hiring!
We're looking for a friendly, customer service-oriented person to join our team. Is that you?
Must be available to work weekends; ability to cover shifts as needed a plus. Starting pay $17.50/hr.
Ask at the circulation desk for details on the open P/T Circulation Clerk position! Download the town of Sheffield application here.
Digital resources + survey
Berkshire Regional Planning Commission has put together a resource guide focusing on the digital needs of Berkshire County residents from youth to older adults.
Download the resource guide here.
Click here for a website version of the BPRC resource guide.
Click here to take our brief survey about your technology needs.
GRIT (and GRIT Junior!) Freedom Chair
Introducing the newest additions to the Library of Things - the GRIT Freedom Chair and the GRIT Junior.
The GRIT Freedom Chair is an all-terrain wheelchair. Developed by MIT engineers, this easy-to-push, lever-driven wheelchair comes armed with rugged mountain bike wheels, a big, sturdy front wheel that doesn’t get stuck, and optional trail handles (the trail handles may be installed following the available trail handle installation guide) allowing you to choose your own adventure.
The GRIT Junior is the world's first all-terrain kids wheelchair. features all the off-road, mud-sloshing, grass-conquering fun of a GRIT Freedom Chair...but for kids! With the GRIT Junior, young riders can join their friends and family members on hikes, beach trips, park outings, and more, with the option to self-propel or do so with some assistance. This chair is also designed to grow up with young riders—adjustable brake bars and easy-to-swap lever couplings mean they can enjoy it right until they’re ready for a full-sized adult chair. With GRIT Junior, kids can access all of the outdoor fun and adventure they’d like!
Either chair may be checked out with your CW MARS card for a two week period, with renewal of another two weeks, if there is no demand. Please review the below materials before checking out the GRIT or GRIT Junior Chair.
The chair is funded by a Massachusetts Office of Disability award.
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten®
It’s official! The Bushnell-Sage Library is launching
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten®!
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten® is a reading program designed to expose young children to as many books as possible while they are squishy, squishy little sponges. It sounds like a lot of books, and it is, but it goes quick! One bedtime story per night will have you wrapping up in just over 3 years. Re-reads count! Books a relative or a teacher reads to your child? Also counts! This is a fun way to track progress and stay motivated to keep sharing books with your child.
Sign up in person today!
Sheffield Saves Art Swap Cabinet
Now filling up with art and craft supplies for your use – the BIG RED Sheffield Saves Art Swap Cabinet now located in the lobby of the Bushnell-Sage Library!
Through the generosity of the Bushnell-Sage Library Trustees and the Sheffield Select Board, Sheffield Saves has set up a cabinet where anyone can drop off or pick up used art supplies during the library’s open hours.
All are welcome to use our art swap cabinet!
The BIG RED cabinet is located in the lobby on the main level of the Bushnell-Sage Library. The new cabinet can accommodate paper, poster board, crayons, markers, water color paints, paste, tape, brushes, and other materials appropriate for use in classroom and personal arts & crafts. Let’s give a second life to partially-used crafting materials, reams or pads of paper, and drawing and painting supplies.
Do you have materials to donate? Bring them to the circulation desk!
Did you find some great supplies in the cabinet? Be sure to tag us @bushnellsagelibrary so we can see your creations!
USE THE LIBRARY FROM HOME
DIGITAL CONTENT
DATABASES
Access these comprehensive databases from home - homework help, genealogical research, and more.
All you need is your library card number!
Bushnell-Sage Library is happy to offer complimentary access to the New York Times online. Connect to the library’s WiFi (ToSL-Patron), register or sign in at nytimes.com/register, and enjoy unlimited access to New York Times journalism on any device during your visit.
Looking to access the New York Times outside of the library or explore games, cooking, Wirecutter, or The Athletic? Please note: to activate your subscription, you’ll need to log in or register first.
Click here to redeem 24 hours of full all access!
Questions? Call us at 413-229-7004 or email bushnellsage@gmail.com and we’ll help you get connected.