Pelham Library

Monthly Community Reiki Share with Kristen Famighette
2025-04-08 18:00 - 18:45 (America/New_York) | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
Join us for a monthly Reiki circle to share and receive Reiki.
This monthly program is open to both Reiki practitioners and members of the community. No prior reiki or meditation experience is required. Learn more about Kristin at www.sharesoulmagic.com

D&D for Neurodiverse Young Adults
2025-04-07 17:00 - 19:00 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
This weekly Dungeons & Dragons game is run by and for autistic and similarly neurodivergent young adults (post-high school age). The group is currently full, but if you’re interested in joining get in touch and we’ll let you know when space is available.

Music for Little Ones with Wendy Plummer
2025-04-07 10:30 - 23:15 | MA
Join Wendy for songs and fingerplays on Monday mornings when you’ll have the library all to yourselves! This event is open to all parents and caregivers of infants, toddlers and preschoolers and their little ones. PLEASE NOTE: This event occurs outside of regular library hours

"Ask a Nurse" with Kirsten Krieger, RN BSN
2025-04-04 10:30 - 12:00 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
Kristen Krieger, Public Health Nurse for the Quabbin Health District, will be available on the first Friday of each month to offer blood pressure and blood sugar screenings, answer health questions and assist with or connect people to resources.

Playgroup & Storytime
2025-04-04 10:30 - 11:30 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
Bring your little one for storytime and fun, a different theme every week! This event, sponsored by CES, is open to all parents & caregivers of children from birth-5 and their little ones.

Yoga with Sara Coblyn
2025-04-03 17:30 - 18:45 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
Join us on Thursdays for an adult vinyassa style yoga class led by Sara Coblyn of Sweet Roots Gardens. Please bring a mat. No registration is needed and drop-ins are welcome!

BOOK GROUP: "How to Find Your Way in the Dark"
2025-04-02 19:00 - 21:00 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
This month’s title for the Pelham Book Group is “How to Find Your Way in the Dark” by Derek Miller. All are welcome and copies are available at the desk.

Teens & Tweens: Make a Dragon Dice Box
2025-03-26 16:30 - 18:00 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
Craft a stunning custom dice box topped with a glass eye, surrounded by your own unique needle-felted design. Add a personal touch by painting the sides of your box with vibrant acrylics. Use your box to store treasures or your D&D dice. Bring the box to your next campaign and wow your friends! This program is open to youth ages 12 & up. Registration is required. Sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4EAAA72EA3FEC61-55688902-teensmake

History of the New England Maple Sugar Harvest
2025-03-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
Museum professional and historian Dennis Picard will walk us through the history of maple sugaring, a story of romance, folklore and science. The “gold of the forest” in the form of maple syrup or maple candy is still a treat for us today and a valued part of New England’s economy. This event is co-sponsored with the Pelham Historical Society.

Eyes on Freedom: Evolving Gifts of Simple Nonviolent Living
2025-03-18 17:00 - 19:00 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
Folklorists Michael and Carrie Kline present a community listening session of Eyes on Freedom: Evolving Gifts of Simple Nonviolent Living, an episode from their audio podcast, Talking Across Lines. Eyes on Freedom tells the story of Wally and Juanita Nelson, civil rights activists, peace activists, war tax refusers, subsistence farmers, and advocates for simple living.
The Klines have created an hour-long oral tapestry that weaves oral testimonies and interviews from those who knew the Nelsons and who were deeply impacted by them. They have created a conversation on the themes of the Nelsons’ lives: nonviolence, war tax refusal, joy, dance, land trusts, the action around the Kehler-Corner home seizure in Colrain by the IRS, the local food movement, questioning the idea of race, and simple living. Listen to the podcast with us and then join us for a discussion on the Nelsons’ legacy.

"Ready to Learn Reiki" for 6th to 8th Graders
2025-03-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
Join Kristin Famighette Certified Reiki Master Teacher, to learn the basics of reiki along with meditation and mindfulness techniques for every day. Learn more about Kristin at www.sharesoulmagic.com

Teen Dungeons & Dragons
2025-03-12 16:00 - 19:00 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
Teens only! Space is very limited. Please call or email if you’re interested in joining our campaign led by Dungeon Master Tony Page.

State Rep. Aaron Saunders Open Office Hours
2025-03-10 14:30 - 15:30 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
Come meet your state representative. Bring your questions and concerns.

BOOK GROUP: "The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store"
2025-02-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
The next title for the Pelham Library Book Group is “The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store” by James McBride. All are welcome and copies are available at the desk.

Sustainability Series: "What Do We Do With the STUFF?" with Meguey Baker
2025-02-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
Your high school yearbook. Your kid’s art from grade school. Grandma’s wedding dress. Dad’s Army uniform. Great-grandpa’s piano. The attic, the basement, the shed, the stacks by the bed. What do we do with all the STUFF??? Meg Baker, curator of the Hatfield Historical Society, has some tips to share.

Hand Sewing for Young People with Meg Baker
2025-02-19 14:00 - 16:00 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
Make a drawstring bag with an inside pocket, and learn hand-sewing skills that are the basis for all other fiber arts. Materials provided in this hands-on make-and-take class, but if you want to bring your choice of fabric, you will need ONE 18″ square of fabric for the bag and ONE 6″ square for the pocket.
Registration is required. Sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4EAAA72EA3FEC61-54723808-hand

Opioid Rescue (Naloxone/Narcan) Training
2025-02-18 17:30 - 19:00 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
Join us for this training with Kristen Kreiger, RN BSN from the Quabbin Health district. Topics covered include:
-Understanding what opioids are and why people become addicted.
-How to recognize and respond to an overdose
-How to use Narcan (naloxone) safely and effectively
All participants will receive a Naloxone kit free of charge!

CLOSED: Presidents Day
2025-02-17 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States

Sustainabilty Series: Knife Sharpening Workshop
2025-02-15 11:00 - 13:00 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
Has your favorite knife lost its edge? Would you love to get it sharpened and learn more about how to care for your blades so they’ll last you a lifetime? James from Sharpen Something! will bring his sharpening equipment and expertise. Come learn knife care and get something sharpened! Please feel free to bring one knife for sharpening – serrated or straight edged. Please no blade lengths longer than 10 inches.

Friends of the Library Meeting
2025-02-06 19:00 - 20:30 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
Join the Friends of the Library for our next meeting. We’ll discuss ideas for programming, special events and more. Bring your ideas, energy and a friend!

BOOK GROUP: "The Remains of the Day"
2025-01-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
This month’s title is “The Remains of the Day” by Kazuo Ichiguro. All are welcome and copies are available at the desk.

Sustainability Series: BYO Mending Project with Meguey Baker
2025-01-21 17:30 - 19:00 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
Have you ever wondered how to fix that favorite item of clothing but were not quite sure how? Bring it along and find out! Some materials provided, BYO if you have them, especially fabric for matching or patching! Space is limited. Please contact the library to sign up.

CLOSED: MLK Day
2025-01-20 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States

Sustainability Series: Hand Sewing and Mending 101 with Meguey Baker
2025-01-14 17:30 - 19:00 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
In our modern world, mending instead of buying new is a radical act! Come learn hand-sewing techniques that were once part of everyone’s skill set, and can be again! Materials provided in this hands-on make-and-take covering the basics you need to do routine mending and alterations on your wardrobe.

West African Drumming Workshop
2025-01-11 12:00 - 13:00 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
Come out to play with the Wendell Warriors drumming ensemble and led by Jafar Manselle. Jafar will show you how to make different tones on the drum and introduce African rhythms used for village celebrations. As a group, we will all play together and celebrate the day. A drum class is always a celebration. Together we’ll have fun and learn at the same time. This program is open to adults and teens ages 15 and up. Space is limited. Register at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4EAAA72EA3FEC61-52174419-west
This program is made possible through the generosity of the Pelham Cultural Council.

CLOSED: New Year's Day
2025-01-01 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
The Library will be CLOSED today. Happy New Year!

CLOSED: New Years Eve
2024-12-31 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States

CLOSED: Christmas
2024-12-25 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States

CLOSED: CHRISTMAS EVE
2024-12-24 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
To allow our staff to spend time with their families we will be closed this evening.

Artist's Reception: Diane Steingart's "Stories I Tell Myself"
2024-12-14 11:00 - 13:00 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
Diane Steingart is a mixed media artist and painter whose work explores the inner world of feeling, memories and dreams. Her work is both psychological and spiritual, and can be both abstract and semi-representational. Her work is therapeutic for herself, and she finds the work resonates for others, too. Meet the artist. Refreshments will be served.
