PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Berkshire Athenaeum, Pittsfield's Public Library, in partnership with Downtown Pittsfield, Inc., and its member businesses, is observing National Library Card Sign-up Month during the month of September. 

 

The public is encouraged to sign up for or renew their library card at the Athenaeum and enjoy special discounts exclusive to library cardholders at participating Pittsfield businesses. 

 

Patrons of the library may enter a raffle to win a $150 Downtown Pittsfield gift card or a Family Membership for the Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum. Prizes provided by the Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum. A brochure listing the discounts offered is available at Athenaeum service desks, or online at https://downtownpittsfield.com/2023/09/library-card-deals. It's easy to take advantage of the discounts, simply show your library card at the time of purchase. 

 

Participating businesses include:  

 

Deals are subject to change and are at the discretion of participating businesses. 

 

"At this time of year, when the kids are back in school and we are all getting ready for fall, we like to remind our community that a library card is free and provides access to all our services," Supervisor of Circulation Services Catherine Congelosi said. "In addition to books, we offer a wide variety of downloadable titles and audiobooks, technology for in-house and take home use, a streaming service, research databases, museum passes, and our Library of Things collection. We are grateful to our Downtown Pittsfield partners for their recognition and support." 

 

Those with questions about National Library Card Sign-up Month at the Athenaeum can contact Congelosi at cathy@pittsfieldlibrary.org or 413 499 9480 x105 during regular library hours.