Mattapoisett Library patrons are asked to help keep kids warm this winter by bringing in new pajamas for babies and children along with a new book for kids to read. The gifts will be given to the children of women served by The Women’s Center. Each month the pajamas and books will be brought to the center for distribution. The identities of the families will remain confidential.

Decorated boxes to receive the donations are in the children's department and upstairs near the adult circulation desk. Any size new pajamas for boys or girls are welcome. A clothesline is being hung in the
mezzanine to show off some of the fun pjs and to remind patrons of the pajama drive.

“We already have a few donations and we’re just getting started. The entire staff is excited about this project to benefit women and children served by The Women’s Center. What better gift for a child this winter than a cozy pair of pjs and a new book?” stated Library Director Susan Pizzolato.

The pajama and book drive will continue throughout the winter to benefit families who seek help at The Women's Center.

For more information, call the library at 508-758-4171. For information about The Women’s Center, call 508-996-3343 or visit the organization’s website www.thewomenscentersc.com.

For more than 40 years, The Women’s Center has provided free and confidential, 24-hour, easily accessible services for victims of violence, abuse and trauma.

With offices in New Bedford and Fall River, The Women’s Center offers counseling, education, outreach, referrals and resources to those in need. If you need help or know someone who does, call the 24-Hour Hotline at 508-999-6636.