Antique Bottles
2025-11-18 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
Until the late 19th century, glass bottles were hand-blown, so each one was unique. Amherst resident Jim Thomas, a past president of the Berkshire Antique Bottle Association, will explain how the bottle’s shape, color. and presence of embossing are all clues to its age and provenance. He will share stories and samples from his extensive collection. Bring in an antique bottle or two of your own for Mr. Thomas to evaluate! This event is co-sponsored with the Pelham Historical Society.

CLOSED: VETERANS DAY
2025-11-11 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States

CANCELLED: State Rep. Aaron Saunders Office Hours
2025-11-10 15:30 - 16:30 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
This month, instead of holding Office Hours in our individual towns, he will host Regional Office Hours at the New Salem Public Library on Tuesday, November 25th, from 6:30–8:00 PM. Please join him there.

Our Universe with John Johansen
2025-11-08 12:00 - 13:30 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
Where did the universe come from ? Is there life out there? Is time travel possible? What is our long term outlook? How uniquely suited for life is this improbable universe? “Our Universe” is a fascinating look at the origins and workings of this place we call home. Presented in a non-technical approach, it is intended to be a “story book” of the cosmos. This program is intended for teens and adults.
John Johansen is a systems engineer for the past 30 odd years. He has taught control theory at a number of colleges as a professor at Stevens Institute, NJIT, and Columbia. He currently teaches history courses in local schools and conducts tours for the Warwick Historical Society.

The Geologic History of Pelham: The Rise and Fall of a Great Mountain Belt
2025-11-08 10:00 - 16:00 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
UMass Geology Professor Michael Williams will explain how the rocks of Pelham originated thousands of miles away, forming the roots of a Himalayan-scale Mountain belt. In this presentation, which will be followed by a field trip, we’ll see how the geology of Pelham is changing our understanding of the Himalayas and Andes today. We will carpool to visit examples of Pelham’s geology and see some evidence of our town’s dynamic history. This event is co-sponsored with the Pelham Historical Society.

Book Group: "The Women" (NOTE DATE CHANGE)
2025-11-05 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 “The Women” by Kristin Hannah. All are welcome and copies are available at the desk.

Friends of the Library Meeting
2025-10-30 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-07-17 17:00 - 19:00 | 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!

CONCERT: Songs & Stories of Willie Nelson with Matt York
2025-10-25 11:00 - 12:00 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
Longtime New England singer/songwriter Matt York will perform songs and tell stories about the great country musician, Willie Nelson. York will focus on Nelson’s long and illustrious music career that has spanned over seven decades. Refreshments will be served.
This event is made possible through a grant from the Pelham Cultural Council

Dried Flower Arranging Workshop
2025-10-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
Join Avery of A Wee Vice Farm to create a beautiful fall arrangement of dried flowers and seedpods! This program is open to adults and teens, ages 12 & up.
Space is limited. Sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4EAAA72EA3FEC61-58225622-dried

CLOSED: INDIGENOUS PEOPLES' DAY
2025-10-13 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States

Pelham Book Group: "Solito"
2025-09-24 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 “Solito” by Javier Zamora. All are welcome and copies are available at the desk.

Flower Pounding Crafts Workshop
2025-09-20 11:00 - 13:00 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
Join Avery of A Wee Vice Farm and learn to create a beautiful bag, handkerchief, card or bookmark by pounding real flowers to release their color into the fabric or paper! This program is open to teens & adults, ages 12 & up.
Space is very limited. Please sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4EAAA72EA3FEC61-58226783-dried

Teen MTCBA Book Club (Assorted Titles to Choose From)
2025-09-09 17:00 - 19:00 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
This club, run by and for teens, is for having fun, a time to hang out, read and talk about books. This season we’re focusing on some of the contenders for the MTCBA Book Awards. We have several available at the desk, though you’re welcome to choose your own. All teens/tweens, 7th grade and up, are welcome. Refreshments will be served. For the complete list of this year’s nominees, visit https://www.mateenchoicebook.org/nominees Voting for your favorite opens on September 15.

CLOSED: LABOR DAY
2025-09-01 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States

Outdoor Summer Playgroup
2025-08-23 10:00 - 11:30 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
Bring your little one and join Caylin, our Summer Playgroup coordinator, outside on the playground for storytime and fun!
This event, sponsored by CES, is open to all parents and caregivers of children from birth-5 and their little ones.

BOOK GROUP: "Time of the Child" by Niall Williams
2025-08-20 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 “Time of the Child” by Niall Williams. All are welcome and copies are available at the desk.

Make a Summer Bouquet
2025-08-16 11:00 - 13:00 | MA
Join Avery of Wee Vice Farm for a summer flower extravaganza! 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 while connecting with fellow flower enthusiasts and learning a bit about the importance of supporting local farms. Come make something beautiful!

SUMMER READING: Party, Prizes, Juggling & Henna!
2025-08-06 17:30 - 19:00 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
Your reading log is your ticket to prizes and fun! Come at 5:30 to celebrate your accomplishments and pick out your prize (everyone gets a prize even if you only read one book!) then head outside (if weather permits) to get some henna done and enjoy some hands-on juggling!
This program is part of “Level Up at your Library”, is made possible by iRead, the Friends of the Pelham Library, the Pelham Cultural Council, the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners, the Massachusetts Library System and the Boston Bruins.

Teen MTCBA Book Club: "I Will Never Leave You"
2025-08-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
This club, run by and for teens, is for having fun, a time to hang out, read and talk about books, and do projects. This summer we’ll be focusing on some of the contenders for the MTCBA Book Awards. The first title is “I Will Never Leave You” by Kara A. Kennedy. All teens/tweens, 7th grade and up, are welcome. Copies are available at the desk. Refreshments will be served.

Simple Bike Maintenance with Andy Morris-Friedman
2025-08-02 11:00 - 13:30 | MA
Learn how to do simple maintenance on your own bike! With a little TLC your bike can feel like a whole new ride. We will wash, inspect, and lubricate your bike so you can ride through the summer in style. If you like getting your hands dirty, you’ll love this program. Here’s what you need to bring:
A working bike
A bucket
Several rags
A used tooth brush
Rubber surgical gloves
Please note: This is not a repair workshop. Andy is not a bike mechanic and we will not be doing repairs, only yearly maintenance.

"Ask a Nurse" with Kirsten Krieger, RN BSN
2025-08-01 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.

SUMMER READING: Kids' Open Mic Night with Gene Stamell
2025-07-30 18:00 - 19:30 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
Take your talent to the next level! What do YOU want to share? Sing a song, play an instrument, read a poem, do a dance, recite the alphabet, show us your favorite weird noises, the sky’s the limit! Anyone ages 12 & under are welcome to perform!
This program is part of “Level Up at your Library”, the 2025 iRead Summer Reading Program, and is made possible by the Friends of the Pelham Library, the Pelham Cultural Council, the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners, the Massachusetts Library System and the Boston Bruins.

Music for Little Ones wtih Special Guest Michelle Kostek
2025-07-28 10:30 - 11:30 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
We have a special guest performer for Music for Little Ones this week while Wendy is away. Join us for this interactive music program for little ones and their families (0-4yrs). Families will learn new folk songs, action songs and finger-plays, and can even explore instruments with their caregivers.
Michelle Kostek has been an educator in South Hadley for the past 14 years, working with preschoolers, students, young adults and everything in between! She loves sharing folk songs with all ages, but especially children’s music groups, as she encourages them to sing along, move to the music and enjoy the stories that have been passed down. Michelle studied songwriting and vocal performance at Berklee College of Music before spending several years immersed in Nashville’s songwriter scene. She made her way back to Massachusetts in 2009 and has been teaching and performing ever since.

Pelham Players Presents Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical JR.
2025-07-27 14:30 - 15:30 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
Come see this year’s production by Pelham Players, our resident youth theater. Rebellion is coming in Matilda Jr., a gleefully witty ode to the anarchy of childhood and the power of imagination! This story of a girl who dreams of a better life and the children she inspires will have audiences rooting for the “revolting children” who are out to teach the grown-ups a lesson.
Adapted by Dennis Kelly
Music and Lyrics by Tim Minchin
Based on the book by Roald Dahl
Directed by Cynthia Naughton
Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical JR. is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized materials are supplied by Music Theatre International, New York, NY (212) 541-4684 mtishows.com
This program is made possible through a grant from the Pelham Cultural Council.

BOOK GROUP: When We Cease to Understand the World
2025-07-23 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 “When We Cease to Understand the World” by Benjamin Labatut. All are welcome and copies are available at the desk. This month the group will meet at Don Verrastro’s house. email him at dtv53@yahoo.com for the address.

SUMMER READING: Trevor the Games Man's Aerial Delights
2025-07-23 18:00 - 19:30 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
Join us out on the field for a fabulous evening of stilt walking and cooperative games! Trevor is always a treat. We’ll move inside (with shorter stilts) if the weather proves problematic.
This program is part of “Level Up at your Library”, the 2025 iRead Summer Reading Program, and is made possible by the Friends of the Pelham Library, the Pelham Cultural Council, the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners, the Massachusetts Library System and the Boston Bruins.

SUMMER READING: Reading is Magic! with Ed the Wizard
2025-07-16 18:00 - 19:30 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
What’s better than a magic show with Ed the Wizard? A magic show with Ed the Wizard that celebrates reading and invites YOU to participate, followed by balloon twisting! Join us for the fun-filled evening!
This program is part of “Level Up at your Library”, the 2025 iRead Summer Reading Program, and is made possible by the Friends of the Pelham Library, the Pelham Cultural Council, the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners, the Massachusetts Library System and the Boston Bruins.

SUMMER READING: Family Crafts Night
2025-07-09 18:00 - 19:00 | MA
Try out our button maker, paint some rocks, do some origami and more! A fun evening of drop-in crafting.
This program is part of “Level Up at your Library”, the 2025 iRead Summer Reading Program, and is made possible by the Friends of the Pelham Library, the Pelham Cultural Council, the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners, the Massachusetts Library System and the Boston Bruins.

SUMMER READING: Explore Nature with the iNaturalist App
2025-07-02 18:00 - 19:30 | Pelham Library, 2 South Valley Road , Pelham, MA, 01002, United States
It’s like Pokemon Go! for the real world! In this family workshop you’ll learn to use the iNaturalist app for iPhone or Android to discover the diversity of life around you and share it to contribute to citizen science. How many species can you find? We’ll start inside, then move outdoors. Bring a device that can run the app.
This program is part of “Level Up at your Library”, the 2025 iRead Summer Reading Program, and is made possible by the Friends of the Pelham Library, the Pelham Cultural Council, the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners, the Massachusetts Library System and the Boston Bruins.
