From tireless volunteers to dedicated staff and generous patrons, discover how the Otis Library community is building a brighter future—one grant, program, and smile at a time.

Discover the peaceful beauty of Otis in winter! Join Patricia Racine as she shares her favorite frozen trails and inspires you to get outside, snow or shine.

From torch runs at Otis Ridge and cozy book clubs at the library to Valentine’s tributes and creative workshops, Otis is the place to be this winter—discover what’s happening in January and February!

On January 22, step inside the mind of acclaimed author David Cohen as he brings his latest work to life—an evening of storytelling, insight, and surprises you won’t want to miss.

Katharine Adams welcomes the new year with paint chips, old brushes, and a meditation on color, memory, and making.

Thanks to community generosity, the Otis Food Pantry heads into 2026 stocked, steady, and grateful.

A weekend of exhibits, talks, and outdoor programs marks the 250th anniversary of Henry Knox’s historic trek through the Berkshires.

As Otis marks the 250th anniversary of American independence, this new yearlong Otis History series by Peter Cameron begins with how colonial culture shaped revolution.

A humble Shepherd’s Pie, a family nickname, and a few flavor upgrades turn Patricia Racine’s Potasheema into comfort food perfection.

January and February bring clearer skies and powerful change, according to Otis astrologer Hilary Harley.

For Otis Creatives, we launch a new serialized feature by local author Eric Bass with the first installment of The Doing, a reflective story of solitude, purpose, and meaning.

A winter hike on Mount Greylock promises mindfulness—but not quite in the way Patricia Racine expected

St. Paul’s iconic turrets are at a crossroads. Celeste Watman explains what’s at stake—and what it will take—to save them.

In this month’s Otis Revitalization Update, Cynthia Fletcher reports on the town’s newly awarded planning grant, outlining the next steps in reimagining downtown Otis and moving long-discussed revitalization efforts forward.

Stephanie Skinner reflects on Otis’s slow slide into winter and the library’s evolving plans—from building updates to cozy December programs—in a warm, thoughtful look at the season ahead.

Terry Gould shares how the Otis Food Pantry continues to thrive through generosity, teamwork, and creative seasonal initiatives—proving once again that this community shows up for one another.

In this month’s Rural Ethicist column, Katharine Adams reminds us how listening, empathy, and shared humanity ground even the most turbulent times.

From festive workshops to family movie nights, December in Otis is packed with activities—proving once again that when it comes to holiday fun, this little town is the place to be.

Patricia Racine recounts her bumpy dive into the world of health insurance—complete with nonstop calls, fine-print surprises, and the hard-won lessons of navigating coverage on her own.

David Mittler takes readers on a flavorful journey through the history of bread—from trail-ready matzoh to space-faring tortillas—celebrating the traditions and stories baked into every slice.