The library will close at 1:00 PM on Tuesday, Dec. 24th. We will also be closed Wednesday, Dec. 25th. We will re-open for our normal hours Thursday, Dec. 26th.

Collaborate with the Library

The Forbush Memorial Library invites proposals for collaborations. We are dedicated to providing programs and services that align with our strategic goals and community interests. We are inspired by your ideas, and we want you to be involved.

Programs: You have a program or program idea and would like it to be considered for presentation at Forbush Memorial Library.

Outreach & Engagement: You would like Forbush Memorial Library to come to your community group, place of business, organization, or event to represent the library and/or share information about the library and its services.

Partnership: You have a mutually beneficial idea for an event that both organizations would be responsible for achieving. Or, you would like to partner on a project that will meet both organizations’ missions and create new resources. This could be a one-time event or an ongoing relationship.

Please fill out the form below to submit a request. Our considerations include:

  • Alignment with the library’s strategic plan and goals
  • Prioritizing social interaction; opportunities to share ideas and viewpoints; skill-building and hands-on activity; technology instruction; and/or early literacy development
  • Collaborator background and qualifications
  • Connection to other community programs or resources
  • Relation to library collections, services, and other programs
  • Available library resources: budget, date, time, location, staffing

(Print version of the form is available here.)

Collaboration with the Library Request Form

Share the details of your program or program idea that you would like Forbush Memorial Library to consider for collaboration. Please submit this form 30 to 60 days in advance of your proposed event start date. The more time the library staff has to consider your proposal, the more likely they can accommodate your request. Library staff will review your proposal and respond within 10 business days. If you have questions or need assistance, Ask a Librarian or call 978-874-7416.

Presenter Information

Program Information

Forbush Memorial Library does not co-sponsor any program or partnership that:

  • Directly promotes any for-profit business, product, or service
  • Charges a participation fee or solicits funds
  • Promotes a partisan agenda

I agree with the terms and conditions stated above.