Even though the Town of Pelham Public Library is a quiet spot in a frenetic, noisy world, it’s also usually bustling. Walk in on any given day, and you’ll encounter people of all ages taking out books, studying, or—if they are part of the younger...
Read moreGet Free Digital Magazines Via Flipster!
Have you ever been frustrated by not having full access to some of your favorite magazines online? The Library has a free solution — it’s Flipster — which is available to Town of Pelham Public Library patrons, via the...
Read moreBookmark: Meet the Pelham Library Staff, Part II
In last month’s Bookmark, we debuted a series about the Library staff: How they came to the Town of Pelham Public Library, and what they enjoy about their jobs. Now it’s time for round two. As with the first in the series – which told the stories...
Read moreCome and Have Fun! Children’s Spring Break Programs at the Library
Spring break is coming, and it’s full of opportunities for fun for kids at the Library. Join us for the programs below, including a visit from the Central Park Zoo (pictured at right). The special programs will be held on the afternoons of...
Read moreBookmark: Meet the Library Staff—What You Probably Didn’t Know About Your Favorite Librarians
Maybe you only stop by the Town of Pelham Public Library occasionally, but, nonetheless, the people who work there are probably familiar. They are always ready to help with a school project, give book recommendations, or to teach you how to use...
Read moreMeet Animals, Play Legos or Watch a Movie During “Mud Week” at the Library!
Come in from the cold during the February winter “Mud Week” vacation and play Legos, meet some animals or watch a movie! Below are details on the Library’s afternoon activities on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, February 16, 17...
Read moreBookmark: The Library During the Holidays — “A Christmas Carol,” Shopping Resources and More
As the holiday season shifts into full swing, don’t forget the Town of Pelham Public Library is there for you in more ways than you might realize. It’s a resource for fun activities and even helps with shopping. Yes, that library card in your...
Read moreThe Creative Aging Program, “SoloFIRE,” Concludes With Free Public Performance on Saturday, December 12
This eight-session series for writers, actors, storytellers, and anyone age 55 and over who wants to unleash his or her inner creativity will conclude with a performance on Saturday, December 12 at 2:00 p.m. The public is invited! Facilitated by...
Read morePelham Reads Through This Sunday, Plus the Story Behind Pelham Reads’ “Alice in Wonderland”
For Pelham Reads Activities, see below. For the full Bookmark story explaining how Alice in Wonderland came to be, scroll down. PELHAM READS ALICE ACTIVITIES “AliceFest” Kickoff Family Extravaganza Saturday, November 7, 1:30 – 4:30...
Read moreSecond-Friday Book Club to Discuss “Museum of Extraordinary Things”
Can’t make it to the Library’s Thursday night After-Dark Book Club? You’ll be pleased to know that the Library has formed a Second-Friday Book Club, which meets on the second Friday of each month at 10:30 a.m., discussing both fiction and...
Read moreHomework Help Every Tuesday and Thursday at 3:30 p.m.!
The Library’s Homework Help program is every Tuesday and Thursday throughout the school year from 3:30 – 4:45 p.m., except on days when school is not in session. The program is for children in grades 1 – 8 with help (not tutoring) provided...
Read moreCaregivers, Soon-to-Be-Retirees and Seniors Are Invited to “Demystifying Medicare and Senior Heathcare,” on October 22
Are you the caregiver of an elderly parent, relative or friend? On the verge of retirement? Or a senior trying to figure out how to navigate the complicated healthcare landscape? Then come to this special presentation on Thursday, October 22...
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