Library

About the Library

Mason in Great Barrington and Ramsdell in Housatonic comprise The Great Barrington Libraries, a municipal department overseen by the Town Manager. There is a six-person elected Board of Trustees which is responsible for plans, policies, and priorities. There is also a Friends of the GB Libraries group which is non-profit and raises money through the sale of donated books.

The libraries are funded by the taxes of the people of Great Barrington and strive to provide a variety of current educational and cultural materials as well as welcoming spaces for quiet study, programs, and public meetings. Volunteers are very important to the libraries; individuals are encouraged to apply for training.

Agenda & Minutes

Agendas are available before the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.

View the Most Recent Agenda and Minutes

Board of Trustees

Meetings

  • 5:30 pm
  • 2nd Wednesday of every month
  • Locations vary

Members

  • Laura Mars, Secretary
    Term Expires: 2027
  • Ruby Chang, Treasurer
    Term Expires: 2028
  • Lauren Clark, Member
    Term Expires: 2028
  • G. Patrick Hollenbeck, Member
    Term Expires: 2027
  • Sandra Pantorno, Member
    Term Expires: 2026
  • Sharon Shaloo, Chair
    Term Expires: 2026