K-day is coming! The Pelham Public Library’s K-Day is an annual event when Pelham children entering kindergarten can get their first library cards. We will have a variety of fun activities from face painting to balloon twister artists and snacks...
Read moreHow to Use Tutor.com for School and Career Help
The Town of Pelham Public Library, along with other member libraries of the Westchester Library System (WLS), offers free access to Tutor.com, but many patrons aren’t aware of the platform’s capabilities and offerings. The biggest...
Read moreSee What the Elementary-School Aged Book Clubs Are Reading in May!
See below for what the Library’s elementary school-aged book clubs are reading in May! First-Grade Book Club: Jabari Jumps by Gaia Cornwall Monday, May 13, 4:30 – 5 p.m. Jabari is preparing to jump off the diving board, but despite all of his...
Read moreSaturday, May 11: Find Out What the Treasures in Your Attic Are Worth
Ever wonder if that family heirloom in your attic really is a hidden treasure? Then come to the Library on Saturday, May 11 from 1 – 3 p.m. for its own version of the Antiques Roadshow, as antique experts Helaine Fendelman and Sheri Mason...
Read moreThree Museums Added to Museum Pass Program: Children’s Museum of the Arts, New-York Historical Society and Paley Center for Media
Spring is a great time to explore the Library’s museum pass program – and this year, three new Manhattan museums have been added to the program, featuring events and exhibits for people of all ages. If you’ve never checked the museum pass program...
Read moreFrench Flair at the Library: Intern Quentin Lefour
Starting in December, the Library had extra help with a French accent for a few months. That’s when visiting Pelham resident Quentin Lefour took on a range of volunteering responsibilities, in an arrangement that was positive pour tous. He...
Read moreSee What the Elementary School-Aged Book Clubs Are Reading in April!
See below for what the Library’s elementary school-aged book clubs are reading this month! Special Guest at the Fourth-Grade Book Club: Maryann Macdonald, Author of Odette’s Secrets Monday, April 29, 4 – 5 p.m. This edition of the Fourth-Grade...
Read moreTake the Library’s 10-Minute Survey — and Help Plan Its Future!
We need to hear from you! The Town of Pelham Public Library and its Board of Trustees encourage all Pelham residents to take a brief survey to share if and how they use the library, so that the Library continues to meet the community’s...
Read moreMarch 18: Social Security — Planning for Retirement
Robert Leitner, a certified financial planner, registered investment advisor, and an expert on Social Security benefits planning and retirement income planning. is coming to the Library to talk about this topic of major interest to those of...
Read moreIn Memory of Our Children’s Librarian, Lilly Hecker
It is with great sadness that the Library shares the news that former Children’s Services Librarian Lilly Hecker has passed away. She died peacefully at home on March 12 with her husband, Sid, by her side. “Miss Lilly,” as she was known to many...
Read moreFrom Star Wars to Drumming, Check Out “Mud Week” at the Library!
It’s always a good time to stop by the Library and have some fun, and this year’s “Mud Week” winter break is no exception. In addition to arts programs, an African Drumming Circle and the ongoing Story Time programs, there will be a special Star...
Read moreThursday, March 14: Come Make Fairy Chairs at Crafty Adults!
Ever envied all of the arts and crafts programs just for kids at the Library? Envy no more! Pelham resident and art instructor Sara Mallach has brought her talents to the Library to run a monthly program, Crafty Adults. The next session is on...
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