The Library Trustees have been holding a series of focus groups to gain insights from Library patrons and residents about what the Library provides, and to help the Library prepare its operating plan for the future. The next session is on Monday...
Read moreCheck Out What the New Elementary School Book Clubs Are Reading in October!
Spread the word! The Library is now offering four new monthly children’s book clubs, one each for children entering grades 1 – 4! These clubs are for any kid who likes to read, meet new friends and have fun discussing good books with...
Read moreSaturday, December 8: Meditation Workshop
Stressing out? Then come to this program being taught by Kellye Davis, a certified meditation instructor and author. She is coming to the Library to teach stress reduction techniques to adults and teens 16 and up on Saturday, December 8, from ...
Read moreWhat We Borrowed, Downloaded and Attended: A Look at Pelham Library Activity in 2017
Every year public libraries in New York, including the Town of Pelham Public Library, are required to file an annual report with the New York State Library that enumerates everything from the Library’s budget, to the number of items in the...
Read morePelham Library Patrons Needed for August 16 Focus Group
The Library Trustees will be holding a focus group on Thursday, August 16 from 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. to gain insights from Library patrons and residents about what the Library provides, and in preparation for the Library‘s operating plan...
Read moreRock Out With Rock Band This Month at the Library!
There’s no need to buy instruments and make a band when you can come to the Library all August long and play Rock Band on the Nintendo Wii! The popular Rock Band game is set up and ready to go from 3 – 4:30 p.m. on the following...
Read moreBookmark: The Library’s Museum Pass Program Is the Ticket To a Great Summer
Summer is an ideal time of year to take advantage of the Library’s museum pass program, with free admission to 12 area museums, ranging from the Guggenheim to the Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum to Stone Barns. The program also offers...
Read moreIt’s Not Too Late to Play Adult Reading Game Bingo! You Might Even Win a Kindle!
The reading game for children has been a staple of summers at the Library for years — but why should the kids have all the fun? This year, the Library is launching a summer reading game for adults and teens 9th grade and up. To be part of...
Read moreJuly 12: Magic Show for Everyone — and Workshop for Teens
Come to all or part of this special library event, when “Magic” Jim Vagias will hold both a magic workshop for teens ages 13 – 18, and hold a magic show for all ages. During the workshop, which is from 7 – 7:45 p.m., Vagias will bring...
Read moreThis Summer, the Summer Reading Program Proves Why Libraries Rock!
As the weather gets warmer, the Library also heats up, as the Summer Reading Program kicks into high gear. This year’s theme is “Libraries Rock!” and it has offered the opportunity for the Town of Pelham Public Library to interpret it in a number...
Read moreLibrary Launches Second Grade Book Club; Next Selection: “We’re All Wonders” on June 14
Following on the heels of the new third grade book club, the Library is now also offering a second grade book club, which will meet for an hour once per month. Led by Pelham parent Liselle Sakrhani, the club is for any second grade child who...
Read moreNew E-Resource: Video Streaming Service Kanopy Kids!
The popular on-demand video streaming service Kanopy, available to library card holders for free, has now expanded to include Kanopy Kids: thoughtful entertainment for children preschool and up. Parents can trust in a curated selection of...
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