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See Animals, Build Bridges, Watch a Movie or Make Things Go, During Spring Break at the Library!

EventsMarch 20, 2017225Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Library is planning special activities for the upcoming spring break, which in Pelham, is during the week of April 10. Come see an animal, build a bridge, watch a movie, or make things that go! The spring break programs are in addition to the Library's ongoing children's programs which will be held that week, including the…

Chess Instruction Is Back at the Library!

Events, NewsMarch 7, 2017213Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Library is once again offering free chess instruction this spring, taught by John Gallagher, in a program that allows attendees to learn or practice. The series is for ages five and up—and people of all ages and abilities. Bring a friend or family, or come solo! Sessions will be held from 7 - 8…

Still Time to Register for WEBS — The Library’s Intensive, Customized Career Counseling Seminar

NewsFebruary 15, 2017287Views 0Likes 0Comments

For the third time in recent years, the Westchester Library System’s WEBS career and educational counseling service is offering an intensive eight-week career counseling seminar, “Managing Your Career in Changing Times” at the Town of Pelham Public Library. The series is intended for adults of all ages who might be looking for a job, re-entering…

Collage Making and More, During “Mud Week” at the Library!

Events, NewsFebruary 6, 2017285Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Library is always a great place to go during school breaks, not only because it’s where you can find some entertaining books and DVDs, but also because it’s a destination for special vacation-week events. Below are four programs scheduled for the upcoming February break – also known as “Mud Week.” Additionally, the Library’s Story Time…

On March 2, a Chance to Hear About Hemingway’s Time in Paris

EventsFebruary 5, 2017257Views 0Likes 0Comments

On the night of Thursday, March 2 at 7 p.m., the Library will host a talk by Elizabeth Kemble, a Hemingway -- and Paris -- aficionado who will discuss the author's time in the city. Kemble will not only discuss the places that Hemingway frequented in Paris -- such as La Closerie des Lilas, the…

Here’s What the Library’s Book Clubs Are Reading This Year

Adult Book ClubsJanuary 19, 2017277Views 0Likes 0Comments

Perhaps reading more good books is a New Year’s resolution. Or perhaps you already read a lot and are looking for people to discuss books with. Either way, this is a good time to consider the Library’s two book clubs, which typically go on hiatus in January but start up again at the beginning of…

Bookmark: Home for the Holidays? There’s a Lot to Do at the Library

Events, NewsDecember 22, 2016304Views 0Likes 0Comments

The holiday season is almost upon us, with its promise of parties, presents, and – fortunately for people who will be here throughout December -- activities at the Library. The holiday school break will feature children’s programs including a magic show, board games, visits by real animals and a special appearance by an animated one:…

Bookmark: The People Behind the Library’s Bequests

NewsDecember 22, 2016377Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Town of Pelham Public Library is a sterling example of our tax dollars at work. A municipal public library, it is funded primarily by taxes collected by the Town of Pelham. In 2015, that allocation was $545,561, which accounted for approximately 83 percent of its operating budget. As the most recent Novel Night reminds us, a…

YA Book Review: “The Sun Is Also a Star” by Nocola Yoon

Children's Book NewsNovember 25, 2016361Views 0Likes 0Comments

Not every couple looks like they could be soul mates when they first meet. In the case of Natasha and Daniel, of The Sun Is Also a Star by Nocola Yoon, there is a racial difference, a personality disconnect, and tough life circumstances. Each comes from a different milieu, and each is a troubled teen.…

Bookmark: Library Teams Make Pelham Proud in the Battle of the Books

News, UncategorizedNovember 1, 2016282Views 0Likes 0Comments

On Saturday, October 15, teens and children representing the Town of Pelham Public Library once again competed in the Battle of the Books. The competition, now in its third year, pitted Pelham’s two teams -- the Pelham Page Turners and the Pelham Bookworms – against teams from other member libraries in the Westchester Library System…