Coronavirus/COVID-19 Resources

The Arms stopped charging late fees in February, so there are no late charges.
Our book drop is open for you to return any of your materials.
Any holds not picked up before we closed will be waiting for you when we reopen.
Questions? This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., call (413) 625-0306 and leave a message, or contact us by Facebook Messenger.

Use Libby/OverDrive to borrow eBooks, eAudiobooks, and some eMovies for free! Call the Arms for help with this if you would like.
TumbleBooks - free e-books and audiobooks for all ages
Visit Links & Resources to find over thirty newspapers, encyclopedias, health and general links. You can also find town links there.
Go to our Facebook page for additional fun and educational links and virtual Story Hours.
Boston Public Library eCard
National Emergency Library
Pandemic Distractions:
Acorn TV, The Great Courses and Qello Concerts. You can access these from outside of the library. You just need your library card number and you can have a license for a week, to watch as many movies as you want! Just in case you might be craving some binge-watching right now.
Virtual Fun Time with Mr. Dave: stories, music and movement at the Arms Library for little ones and their families. There will be another one every week!

Because of the fluid nature and constantly changing status of the spread of COVID-19, information here may change rapidly.

Center for Self-Reliance Food Pantry. Call 413-773-5029 for updated hours in Greenfield and in Shelburne Falls.
Franklin Council of Regional Governments
Go4Help. Local resources
Franklin County Food Resources
Grab-n-Go Meals are available for any school-aged child who resides in the Mohawk Trail Regional School District:
Colrain Central School Breakfast & Lunch, 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Location: Curbside at the back entrance by the gym.
Contact: Amy at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Mary Lyon Foundation Grocery Relief for MTRSD Families. Contact Sue Mitchell at 413-522-9618 to register, each week, to receive groceries.
MassLive News
Medical Reserve of Massachusetts (Volunteer organization. Contact Carmela Lanza-Weil)
Shelburne Senior Center: 413-625-2502
: Department of Transitional Assistance SNAP and cash assistance
United Way of Franklin County
Resources During COVID-19 from the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office