Puppet Playgroup with Mary Wilson

We’re so excited to partner with Cape Cod Children’s Place to bring Mary Wilson (of Pitter Patter Puppets) and her puppets to Chatham for a series of special storytimes! Mary will lead children ages 2-5 years old and their parents/caregivers in stories, songs, and activ......More

We’re so excited to partner with Cape Cod Children’s Place to bring Mary Wilson (of Pitter Patter Puppets) and her puppets to Chatham for a series of special storytimes! Mary will lead children ages 2-5 years old and their parents/caregivers in stories, songs, and activities with puppets that have been selected for educational and social-emotional learning while playing with peers. A one-time registration is required with Cape Cod Children's Place by calling 508-240-3310 or emailing [email protected].

Forgeron Hall - Front Meeting Room

Novel Writers' Group

Novel Writers Group meets most Tuesdays (Feb 18 to May 06) from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM to work on novels in progress. Participants are encouraged to submit a chapter or about 1500 words by email to the group two days in advance to receive written guidance and feedback. Li......More

Novel Writers Group meets most Tuesdays (Feb 18 to May 06) from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM to work on novels in progress. Participants are encouraged to submit a chapter or about 1500 words by email to the group two days in advance to receive written guidance and feedback. Live group discussion is positive and focused on applying principles of successful writing. Attendance is limited to six participants. If you would like to join this group, please email [email protected]. It meets in the Library with an option for you to join in via Zoom. LOCATION: Quiet Study Room

Quiet Study Room

Reading in the Kitchen

Attention all cookbook lovers! We invite you to join our book group: Reading in the Kitchen: A Cookbook Group at the Eldredge Public Library. The group meets thlorna cookbook clube first Tuesday of each month to taste recipes and discuss cookbooks. Each month we will ch......More

Attention all cookbook lovers! We invite you to join our book group: Reading in the Kitchen: A Cookbook Group at the Eldredge Public Library. The group meets thlorna cookbook clube first Tuesday of each month to taste recipes and discuss cookbooks. Each month we will choose a cookbook. You let us know which recipe you will cook to share with the other members, and then we meet to sample the recipes and talk about the chosen cookbook and your cooking experience! A great way to meet fellow foodies and expand your cooking experience. Copies of the cookbook will be available at the Library about 1 month ahead of the meeting date. To sign up for each month, please contact Lorna Dzialo @ 508-945-5170 or [email protected]. Registration is required, this group cannot accommodate drop-ins.

Baby Bookworms

Caregivers and their pre-walking babies will enjoy time together to learn and play with new friends, and develop language, motor skills, and a love of reading! Come prepared to sit on the floor for one-on-one fun with your pre-walking baby in your lap as we explore stor......More

Caregivers and their pre-walking babies will enjoy time together to learn and play with new friends, and develop language, motor skills, and a love of reading! Come prepared to sit on the floor for one-on-one fun with your pre-walking baby in your lap as we explore stories, songs, rhymes, and other early literacy activities! A one-time registration is recommended.

Forgeron Hall - Front Meeting Room

The Sweet Life of Google Suites

If you have a Gmail address, then you have access to Google Suites. Google Docs, Sheets, and Presentations give you almost all the same functionality as Microsoft Office but for free - and with the ability to share your work or even collaborate. This program is part of ......More

If you have a Gmail address, then you have access to Google Suites. Google Docs, Sheets, and Presentations give you almost all the same functionality as Microsoft Office but for free - and with the ability to share your work or even collaborate. This program is part of our Digital Literacy series. This is an in-person program, no registration is required.

Forgeron Hall - Rear Meeting Room/Book Sale Room

How to Use Anxiety to Thrive with Dr. David H. Rosmarin

Let’s face it: Everyone has anxiety. Furthermore, our incessant quest to rid ourselves of this ubiquitous human emotion worsens it. What if, instead of fighting our anxiety, we could turn it into a strength? In this enlightening online webinar, you will learn how to use......More

Let’s face it: Everyone has anxiety. Furthermore, our incessant quest to rid ourselves of this ubiquitous human emotion worsens it. What if, instead of fighting our anxiety, we could turn it into a strength? In this enlightening online webinar, you will learn how to use anxiety to become more self-accepting, connected to others, and resilient. Author of Thriving with Anxiety, Dr. Rosmarin’s constructive, compassionate, and evidence-based approach will not make you less anxious. Instead, it will empower you to use anxiety to thrive.

Learning Series: Buying, Restoring and Showing Classic Cars

Cars have been part of American culture for over 100 years and owners have preserved, restored, modified and collected the best of them. You can see them displayed in “Concours D’elegance” in exotic locations ranging from Pebble Beach, Amelia Island and Newport, as well......More

Cars have been part of American culture for over 100 years and owners have preserved, restored, modified and collected the best of them. You can see them displayed in “Concours D’elegance” in exotic locations ranging from Pebble Beach, Amelia Island and Newport, as well as in front of the Chatham Cookware on Main Street during the summer. This series explores why people collect cars, how and where they find them and how they keep these vehicles ready for everything from prestigious shows to weekly “cruise nights.” Whether you prefer legendary classics from the 1930’s, muscle cars of the 60’s and 70’s, or exotic sports cars from the 1950’s right up to today, this series will help you find the car of your dreams or start your own collection.TWO SESSIONS: Thursdays May 8, 15 This course is part of the Friends of the EPL 2025 Spring Learning Series. A $10 donation per course is suggested. Registration is required. For more information, please visit our website.

Forgeron Hall - Front Meeting Room

Memoir Group

The Memoir Group is meeting in the Library with an option for you to join in via Zoom.

Friends Room

Booksale Room Booked for Meeting

Forgeron Hall - Rear Meeting Room/Book Sale Room

Chatham Writers 02633

Chatham Writers @ 02633 meets every Monday (Mid-Sept through June) from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM to explore different writing genres.

Friends Room

Monday Craft Club: Suncatchers with Crystal Borealis Jewelry

For May, Monday Craft Club welcomes Agena Underwood of Crystal Borealis Jewelry! Agena will share her expert techniques for creating stunning, light-catching suncatchers. In this hands-on session, you'll learn how to work with wire and various decorative elements to des......More

For May, Monday Craft Club welcomes Agena Underwood of Crystal Borealis Jewelry! Agena will share her expert techniques for creating stunning, light-catching suncatchers. In this hands-on session, you'll learn how to work with wire and various decorative elements to design a personalized suncatcher that reflects the sun’s rays in dazzling ways. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned crafter, Agena’s guidance ensures you'll leave with a beautiful, handcrafted piece.All materials are provided, and no previous crafting experience is necessary—just bring your creativity and a love for bright, beautiful things!Spaces are limited, and registration is required to join, so be sure to reserve your spot today and start your week with a spark of inspiration.Crystal Borealis Studio, founded in 2021 by Agena Underwood, blends traditional metalsmithing techniques with a modern aesthetic. Agena, a self-taught artist with a lifelong fascination with rocks and minerals, incorporates her passion for natural beauty into each piece. Her work features intriguing textures, eye-catching patinas, and stunning gemstones like blue kyanite, apatite, aquamarine, tourmaline, citrine, aventurine, and fluorite.

Forgeron Hall - Rear Meeting Room/Book Sale Room

Puppet Playgroup with Mary Wilson

We’re so excited to partner with Cape Cod Children’s Place to bring Mary Wilson (of Pitter Patter Puppets) and her puppets to Chatham for a series of special storytimes! Mary will lead children ages 2-5 years old and their parents/caregivers in stories, songs, and activ......More

We’re so excited to partner with Cape Cod Children’s Place to bring Mary Wilson (of Pitter Patter Puppets) and her puppets to Chatham for a series of special storytimes! Mary will lead children ages 2-5 years old and their parents/caregivers in stories, songs, and activities with puppets that have been selected for educational and social-emotional learning while playing with peers. A one-time registration is required with Cape Cod Children's Place by calling 508-240-3310 or emailing [email protected].

Forgeron Hall - Front Meeting Room

Friends Monthly Meeting

Forgeron Hall - Rear Meeting Room/Book Sale Room

Historical Fiction Book Recommendations with Bestselling Author, Jane Healey

Love Historical Fiction but not sure what to read next? Join bestselling author, Jane Healey (and Ashland fave!), monthly for 30 minutes of pure book recommendations - the best of historical fiction out there! We're sure you'll find something to like from Jane's many en......More

Love Historical Fiction but not sure what to read next? Join bestselling author, Jane Healey (and Ashland fave!), monthly for 30 minutes of pure book recommendations - the best of historical fiction out there! We're sure you'll find something to like from Jane's many enthusiastic reviews.Jane Healey is the author of The Beantown Girls, a Washington Post and Amazon Charts bestseller, The Secret Stealers, which was an Amazon First Reads Editor’s Pick and a Historical Novel Society’s Editors’ Choice, and her debut, The Saturday Evening Girls Club. Goodnight from Paris is her newly released novel from Lake Union Publishing. Jane is also the host of Historical Happy Hour, a monthly webinar and podcast featuring interviews with premier historical fiction authors and their latest novels. She and her family lives outside Boston. We can't wait to hear what Jane will be recommending - be ready for your TBR pile to fall over!We'll send out a list of all recommendations for those who register. We will also be recording our meetings and uploading them to our YouTube Channel.Registration for this virtual program is required using the link below.This program is in collaboration with the Ashland Public Library.

Thriller/Horror Book Recs with Bookstagrammer @redreadreviews

Not sure what to read next? Join Jody Blanchette (aka @redreadreviews), monthly, for 30 minutes of pure book recommendations - the best of horror and thrillers out there! We're sure you'll find something to like from Jody's many enthusiastic reviews.Register directly on......More

Not sure what to read next? Join Jody Blanchette (aka @redreadreviews), monthly, for 30 minutes of pure book recommendations - the best of horror and thrillers out there! We're sure you'll find something to like from Jody's many enthusiastic reviews.Register directly on Zoom HERE. You can sign up for one session or for all! Jody is an Instagram reviewer and Book Club leader. Lover of all books! We know that Jody will travel far and wide to meet the authors she loves, reads voraciously, and talks about books as if they are her best friends. We can't wait to hear what she'll be recommending - be ready for your TBR pile to fall over! We'll send out a list of all recommendations for those who register. We will also be recording our meetings and uploading them to our YouTube Channel.This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Public Library and is in collaboration with a multitude of MA and NH libraries.

Author Liann Zhang

Grab your popcorn, grab your friend, and join us for an propulsive online conversation with author Liann Zhang as she chats with us about her debut thriller Julie Chan is Dead. Julie Chan, a supermarket cashier with nothing to lose, finds herself thrust into the glamoro......More

Grab your popcorn, grab your friend, and join us for an propulsive online conversation with author Liann Zhang as she chats with us about her debut thriller Julie Chan is Dead. Julie Chan, a supermarket cashier with nothing to lose, finds herself thrust into the glamorous yet perilous world of her late twin sister, Chloe VanHuusen, a popular influencer. Separated at a young age, the identical twins were polar opposites and rarely spoke, except for one viral video that Chloe initiated . When Julie discovers Chloe’s lifeless body under mysterious circumstances, she seizes the chance to live the life she’s always envied. Julie Chan is Dead is the brilliant, dark, and diabolical debut thriller we’ve all been waiting for.

Learning Series: Buying, Restoring and Showing Classic Cars

Cars have been part of American culture for over 100 years and owners have preserved, restored, modified and collected the best of them. You can see them displayed in “Concours D’elegance” in exotic locations ranging from Pebble Beach, Amelia Island and Newport, as well......More

Cars have been part of American culture for over 100 years and owners have preserved, restored, modified and collected the best of them. You can see them displayed in “Concours D’elegance” in exotic locations ranging from Pebble Beach, Amelia Island and Newport, as well as in front of the Chatham Cookware on Main Street during the summer.This series explores why people collect cars, how and where they find them and how they keep these vehicles ready for everything from prestigious shows to weekly “cruise nights.” Whether you prefer legendary classics from the 1930’s, muscle cars of the 60’s and 70’s, or exotic sports cars from the 1950’s right up to today, this series will help you find the car of your dreams or start your own collection.TWO SESSIONS: Thursdays May 8, 15This course is part of the Friends of the EPL 2025 Spring Learning Series. A $10 donation per course is suggested. Registration is required. For more information, please visit our website.

Forgeron Hall - Front Meeting Room

Virtual: Getting Started with Libby

Getting Started with Libby - Learn how to access ebooks and audiobooks through the Libby app by Overdrive. Join Mike McCartney as he will show you how to download items and answer your Libby questions.

Quiet Study Room

SciFi/Fantasy Book Recs with Kristen of the Fantasy Cafe

Love Speculative Fiction, SciFi, and Fantasy but not sure what to read next? Join blogger, Kristen, of Fantasy Cafe for this quarterly session of her recommendations of some of the best of SciFi/Fantasy books out there! We're sure you'll find something to like from Kris......More

Love Speculative Fiction, SciFi, and Fantasy but not sure what to read next? Join blogger, Kristen, of Fantasy Cafe for this quarterly session of her recommendations of some of the best of SciFi/Fantasy books out there! We're sure you'll find something to like from Kristen's many enthusiastic reviews.Register directly on Zoom HERE. You can sign up for one session or for all! Kristen has been an avid reader for as long as she can remember and has been blogging about fantasy and science fiction books since 2007. Though she enjoys a variety of speculative fiction subgenres, she has a special fondness for dark stories, complicated characters, and books that incorporate myths and history, and she shares about the books she reads/wants to read on her website, fantasybookcafe.com. In addition to hosting her reviews and other book coverage, her website has celebrated Women in SF&F Month every April since 2012, an event that has featured more than 200 guest posts by women in SFF over the years. She lives in Vermont with her husband and several (yet somehow never enough) bookshelves. You can also find Kristen on Bluesky as @fantasycafe, where she likes to chat about books and Baldur’s Gate 3.We'll send out a list of all recommendations for those who register. We will also be recording our meetings and uploading them to our YouTube Channel.This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Public Library and is in collaboration with a multitude of MA and NH libraries.

Memoir Group

The Memoir Group is meeting in the Library with an option for you to join in via Zoom.

Friends Room