Make a Bouquet for Earth Day
2025-04-22 17:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | MA
Join Avery of Wee Vice Farm for a delightful Earth Day Celebration! Get ready to roll up your sleeves and make your own bouquet using gorgeous, local, and organic flowers grown in Shutesbury. This event is all about embracing the beauty of nature and getting creative. Imagine the joy of selecting vibrant blooms and crafting a stunning arrangement that reflects your personal style. Plus, you’ll have the chance to connect with fellow flower enthusiasts and learn a bit about the importance of supporting local farms. So come join us for a day filled with creativity, community, and a whole lot of flower power!

CLOSED: Patriots Day
2025-04-21 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States

Friends of the Library Meeting
2025-04-17 17:00 - 19:00, 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!

Make an Upcycled Paper Teacup and Saucer
2025-04-15 17:30 - 19:00 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
Join us for a bookish craft event where you can unwind and get creative. In this class you’ll craft a 3-dimensional teacup and saucer using torn book pages. Guided by a template, you’ll assemble and shape your teacup and add charming accents of flowers or hearts. Finish off your piece with a personalized tag on the teabag for a special touch. Perfect as a unique gift for a loved one, or as a fun accent on a bookshelf.

Open to ages 12 & up. Registration is required. Sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4EAAA72EA3FEC61-55974193-make

CANCELLED: State Rep. Aaron Saunders office hours
2025-04-14 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
He apologizes for the cancellation. Feel free to reach out to him at Aaron.Saunders@mahouse.gov

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

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.

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 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.

BOOK GROUP: "Remarkably Bright Creatures
2024-12-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
This month’s title for the Pelham Library Book Group is “Remarkably Bright Creatures” by Shelby Van Pelt. Copies are available at the desk and all are welcome.

Make a Medieval Board Game with Castle Nitor
2024-12-04 16:00 - 19:00 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
Board games have been around for a very long time! Join the staff of Castle Nitor to get a bit of a history lesson and make your own medieval board game. All materials will be provided. This program is for teens and adults. Sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4EAAA72EA3FEC61-53095333-make

CLOSED: Thanksgiving
2024-11-28 - 2024-11-29 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States

In-Person Forum with State Senator Jo Comerford
2024-11-26 18:30 - 20:00 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
We will be hosting an in-person forum with our recently re-elected State Senator, Jo Comerford. She will provide a sense of what lies ahead in the next legislative session for our town and our Commonwealth and hear from constituents about our concerns in anticipation of the changes on the national level.
Meet up with your neighbors, bring your questions, learn more about the many ways that Senator Comerford represents our interests at the State House. If there are particular issues that you would like to hear discussed, please email Anne Nugent at nugeae@comcast.net
