Thanks to its roots in Celtic mythology, Irish pilgrimage has always been different from its counterparts in continental Europe. In Session One, Janet Cassidy will explain that difference and delve into the stories behind Ireland’s big three: Croagh Patrick, the holy mountain in County Mayo; Lough Derg, the holy island in County Fermanagh; and the Knock shrine in County Mayo. Part Two will explore some of Ireland’s three thousand “holy wells,” places of local pilgrimage and devotion involving age-old ritual. You’ll learn the connections between pre-Christian and Christian mythology, and the symbolism of sacred rocks, sacred trees, and holy fish.
Janet Cassidy has made numerous research trips to Ireland. She is a historian with a MALS in Irish Sacred Landscape from SUNY Empire State College, and an MA in History from Queen’s University, Belfast.
Thanks to its roots in Celtic mythology, Irish pilgrimage has always been different from its counterparts in continental Europe. In Session One, Janet Cassidy will explain that difference and delve into the stories behind Ireland’s big three: Croagh Patrick, the holy mountain in County Mayo; Lough Derg, the holy island in County Fermanagh; and the Knock shrine in County Mayo. Part Two will explore some of Ireland’s three thousand “holy wells,” places of local pilgrimage and devotion involving age-old ritual. You’ll learn the connections between pre-Christian and Christian mythology, and the symbolism of sacred rocks, sacred trees, and holy fish.
Janet Cassidy has made numerous research trips to Ireland. She is a historian with a MALS in Irish Sacred Landscape from SUNY Empire State College, and an MA in History from Queen’s University, Belfast.
Chatham Writers @ 02633 meets every Monday (Mid-Sept through June) from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM to explore different writing genres. Participants are encouraged to write a short piece of fiction or poetry each week to share with the group and receive guidance and feedback. If you would like to join this group, please email John Chamberlain. They are meeting in the Library with an option for you to join in via Zoom.
Chatham Writers @ 02633 meets every Monday (Mid-Sept through June) from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM to explore different writing genres. Participants are encouraged to write a short piece of fiction or poetry each week to share with the group and receive guidance and feedback. If you would like to join this group, please email John Chamberlain. They are meeting in the Library with an option for you to join in via Zoom.
For children ages 2.9-5 years old and their caregivers. Join us for "S is for Storytime," a magical journey through the alphabet! Get ready for an exciting time together filled with storytelling, music, and interactive fun, as we explore letters and words through enchanting tales and more. From amazing alligators to zooming zebras, each week will bring a new letter to life, sparking imaginations and fostering a love for reading. We hope you'll join us as we learn, laugh, and create lasting memories together. A one-time registration is required.
For children ages 2.9-5 years old and their caregivers. Join us for "S is for Storytime," a magical journey through the alphabet! Get ready for an exciting time together filled with storytelling, music, and interactive fun, as we explore letters and words through enchanting tales and more. From amazing alligators to zooming zebras, each week will bring a new letter to life, sparking imaginations and fostering a love for reading. We hope you'll join us as we learn, laugh, and create lasting memories together. A one-time registration is required.
The Friends of the Eldredge Public Library book discussion group meet monthly in the Eldredge Public Library. Everyone is welcome! This month's selection is The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein. For more information, or to join this group, please email amyandreasson@clamsnet.org.
The Friends of the Eldredge Public Library book discussion group meet monthly in the Eldredge Public Library. Everyone is welcome! This month's selection is The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein. For more information, or to join this group, please email amyandreasson@clamsnet.org.
"Spooky Season" is in full swing at the Eldredge Public Library! Put on your detective hat and join us for dinner and a night of clue-solving fun! Registration is required.
"Spooky Season" is in full swing at the Eldredge Public Library! Put on your detective hat and join us for dinner and a night of clue-solving fun! Registration is required.
Emily Franklin is the author of more than twenty books including The Lioness of Boston. Her work has been published in the New York Times, The Boston Globe, and Guernica among other places as well as long-listed for the London Sunday Times Short Story Award, featured on National Public Radio, and named notable by the Association of Jewish Libraries.
Emily Franklin is the author of more than twenty books including The Lioness of Boston. Her work has been published in the New York Times, The Boston Globe, and Guernica among other places as well as long-listed for the London Sunday Times Short Story Award, featured on National Public Radio, and named notable by the Association of Jewish Libraries.
Mock Caldecott Book Discussion Group for Adults. This book discussion group follows the award criteria for selecting the year’s most distinguished picture books for children. Books will be provided and must be read ahead of time. Registration is required. To register, email Tammy at tdepasquale@clamsnet.org.
Mock Caldecott Book Discussion Group for Adults. This book discussion group follows the award criteria for selecting the year’s most distinguished picture books for children. Books will be provided and must be read ahead of time. Registration is required. To register, email Tammy at tdepasquale@clamsnet.org.
John Whelan, assisted by Peter Gaines, returns once again to the Library this fall with another terrific course, this time featuring the inimitable music of George and Ira Gershwin. The course will provide a tour through George’s classical music, including among others “Rhapsody in Blue”; it will then turn to some of his show tunes and popular favorites. The tour will conclude by looking at his brother Ira’s subsequent career as a lyricist with some of America’s greatest songwriters. As always, John’s selections are guaranteed to delight.
John Whelan is a retired stockbroker, writes a monthly column for the Cape Cod Chronicle, and is the author of several books, including I am of Cape Cod. Peter Gaines has been entertaining Library fans at the piano for the last three years.
John Whelan, assisted by Peter Gaines, returns once again to the Library this fall with another terrific course, this time featuring the inimitable music of George and Ira Gershwin. The course will provide a tour through George’s classical music, including among others “Rhapsody in Blue”; it will then turn to some of his show tunes and popular favorites. The tour will conclude by looking at his brother Ira’s subsequent career as a lyricist with some of America’s greatest songwriters. As always, John’s selections are guaranteed to delight.
John Whelan is a retired stockbroker, writes a monthly column for the Cape Cod Chronicle, and is the author of several books, including I am of Cape Cod. Peter Gaines has been entertaining Library fans at the piano for the last three years.
For Newborns-Pre-Crawling Infants with Caregivers. Enjoy a unique parent/child bonding opportunity by practicing yoga, discovering movement, and singing rhymes in this child-friendly, relaxed, environment. A one-time registration is required.
For Newborns-Pre-Crawling Infants with Caregivers. Enjoy a unique parent/child bonding opportunity by practicing yoga, discovering movement, and singing rhymes in this child-friendly, relaxed, environment. A one-time registration is required.
Are you interested in learning more about your family history? The Eldredge Public Library is hosting a 4-part family history series, with instruction provided by David Martin from the Cape Cod Genealogical Society. Courses include: 1) General Overview of Genealogy Methods 2) Immigration and Migration 3) DNA for Genealogists and 4) Breaking Through Genealogical Brick Walls. Registration includes all four sessions which run Thursdays, Oct. 19, 26, Nov. 2, 16 from 2:00-3:30 pm. The program is limited to 18 participants. Registration is required.
Are you interested in learning more about your family history? The Eldredge Public Library is hosting a 4-part family history series, with instruction provided by David Martin from the Cape Cod Genealogical Society. Courses include: 1) General Overview of Genealogy Methods 2) Immigration and Migration 3) DNA for Genealogists and 4) Breaking Through Genealogical Brick Walls. Registration includes all four sessions which run Thursdays, Oct. 19, 26, Nov. 2, 16 from 2:00-3:30 pm. The program is limited to 18 participants. Registration is required.
Banned and Challenged Book Discussion Are you curious, confused, or concerned about the recent increase in book challenges featured in the news? This is an opportunity to weigh in on what's happening across the country in both school and public libraries, followed by a discussion of a monthly featured title. We will meet in person for this discussion. All perspectives are welcome; there is no right or single solution, however respect for all viewpoints and respect for each registrant is paramount to a successful dialogue. Contact Tammy at tdepasquale@clamsnet.org for more information or to register. This program is intended for an adult audience, however teens with parent/caregiver permission may join. Registration is required.
Banned and Challenged Book Discussion Are you curious, confused, or concerned about the recent increase in book challenges featured in the news? This is an opportunity to weigh in on what's happening across the country in both school and public libraries, followed by a discussion of a monthly featured title. We will meet in person for this discussion. All perspectives are welcome; there is no right or single solution, however respect for all viewpoints and respect for each registrant is paramount to a successful dialogue. Contact Tammy at tdepasquale@clamsnet.org for more information or to register. This program is intended for an adult audience, however teens with parent/caregiver permission may join. Registration is required.
Chatham Chat is held on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month from 5-6pm. This class is designed to provide an opportunity for people to practice and improve their Englsh. The class is free and open to the public. Space is limited. Please contact Amy Andreasson at 508-945-5170 or amyandreasson@clamsnet.org for more details and if you are interested in joing this goup.
Chatham Chat is held on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month from 5-6pm. This class is designed to provide an opportunity for people to practice and improve their Englsh. The class is free and open to the public. Space is limited. Please contact Amy Andreasson at 508-945-5170 or amyandreasson@clamsnet.org for more details and if you are interested in joing this goup.
You are in for a treat when you join us for an intimate conversation with John Irving as he chats about not only his most recent novel, The Last Chairlift, but also about his prolific body of work and a lifetime spent writing. Irving’s first novel was published when he was just twenty-six years old. He has gone on to be nominated for a National Book Award three times and won an Oscar for Best Adapted Screenplay. Registration is required.
The Last Chairlift, Irving’s self-proclaimed final long novel, begins in Aspen, Colorado in 1941, when Rachel Brewster, a slalom skier, competes at the National Downhill and Slalom Championships. Little Ray, as she is called, finishes nowhere near the podium, but she manages to get pregnant. Back home, in New England, Little Ray becomes a ski instructor. Her son, Adam, grows up in a family that defies conventions and evades questions concerning the eventful past. Years later, looking for answers, Adam will go to Aspen. In the Hotel Jerome, where he was conceived, Adam will meet some ghosts; they aren’t the first or the last ghosts he sees. You don’t want to miss this hour online with internationally bestselling author John Irving. Register now!
You are in for a treat when you join us for an intimate conversation with John Irving as he chats about not only his most recent novel, The Last Chairlift, but also about his prolific body of work and a lifetime spent writing. Irving’s first novel was published when he was just twenty-six years old. He has gone on to be nominated for a National Book Award three times and won an Oscar for Best Adapted Screenplay. Registration is required.
The Last Chairlift, Irving’s self-proclaimed final long novel, begins in Aspen, Colorado in 1941, when Rachel Brewster, a slalom skier, competes at the National Downhill and Slalom Championships. Little Ray, as she is called, finishes nowhere near the podium, but she manages to get pregnant. Back home, in New England, Little Ray becomes a ski instructor. Her son, Adam, grows up in a family that defies conventions and evades questions concerning the eventful past. Years later, looking for answers, Adam will go to Aspen. In the Hotel Jerome, where he was conceived, Adam will meet some ghosts; they aren’t the first or the last ghosts he sees. You don’t want to miss this hour online with internationally bestselling author John Irving. Register now!
For walking toddlers - 2.9 year old children and their caregivers.
Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and play time together during this weekly early literacy program! A one-time registration is required.
For walking toddlers - 2.9 year old children and their caregivers.
Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and play time together during this weekly early literacy program! A one-time registration is required.
The Memoir Group is meeting in the Library with an option for you to join in via Zoom. Everyone can write about their own experiences, but do you need tips to make them interesting? If you are interesting in joining the memoir group please call John Poignand at 774-810-0610 or by email pooh9137@gmail.com.
The Memoir Group is meeting in the Library with an option for you to join in via Zoom. Everyone can write about their own experiences, but do you need tips to make them interesting? If you are interesting in joining the memoir group please call John Poignand at 774-810-0610 or by email pooh9137@gmail.com.
Thanks to its roots in Celtic mythology, Irish pilgrimage has always been different from its counterparts in continental Europe. In Session One, Janet Cassidy will explain that difference and delve into the stories behind Ireland’s big three: Croagh Patrick, the holy mountain in County Mayo; Lough Derg, the holy island in County Fermanagh; and the Knock shrine in County Mayo. Part Two will explore some of Ireland’s three thousand “holy wells,” places of local pilgrimage and devotion involving age-old ritual. You’ll learn the connections between pre-Christian and Christian mythology, and the symbolism of sacred rocks, sacred trees, and holy fish.
Janet Cassidy has made numerous research trips to Ireland. She is a historian with a MALS in Irish Sacred Landscape from SUNY Empire State College, and an MA in History from Queen’s University, Belfast.
Thanks to its roots in Celtic mythology, Irish pilgrimage has always been different from its counterparts in continental Europe. In Session One, Janet Cassidy will explain that difference and delve into the stories behind Ireland’s big three: Croagh Patrick, the holy mountain in County Mayo; Lough Derg, the holy island in County Fermanagh; and the Knock shrine in County Mayo. Part Two will explore some of Ireland’s three thousand “holy wells,” places of local pilgrimage and devotion involving age-old ritual. You’ll learn the connections between pre-Christian and Christian mythology, and the symbolism of sacred rocks, sacred trees, and holy fish.
Janet Cassidy has made numerous research trips to Ireland. She is a historian with a MALS in Irish Sacred Landscape from SUNY Empire State College, and an MA in History from Queen’s University, Belfast.
Chatham Writers @ 02633 meets every Monday (Mid-Sept through June) from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM to explore different writing genres. Participants are encouraged to write a short piece of fiction or poetry each week to share with the group and receive guidance and feedback. If you would like to join this group, please email John Chamberlain. They are meeting in the Library with an option for you to join in via Zoom.
Chatham Writers @ 02633 meets every Monday (Mid-Sept through June) from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM to explore different writing genres. Participants are encouraged to write a short piece of fiction or poetry each week to share with the group and receive guidance and feedback. If you would like to join this group, please email John Chamberlain. They are meeting in the Library with an option for you to join in via Zoom.
The Remarkable Robert Smalls; His Journey From Slavery To The Halls of Congress and Beyond presented by Ernie Stricsek. Robert Smalls was born into slavery in Beaufort, South Carolina. This talk will chronicle the remarkable journey from his enslavement to his five terms as a U.S Congressman and beyond. A story of a hero’s hero. Registration if recommended. Seatingis limited to 60 with priority to those who pre-register.
Ernie Stricsek retired to Chatham in 2019 after a career as an engineering executive in the aerospace and automotive industries. But he has had a long love of history and writing, with a special focus on the Civil War. He fortified his Civil War knowledge with classes at a community college, adult education programs, and he led private tours at the Gettysburg National Park. Turning from the Civil War, he is currently working on a historical novel about the turpentine camps of the 1920’s and 1930’s.
The Remarkable Robert Smalls; His Journey From Slavery To The Halls of Congress and Beyond presented by Ernie Stricsek. Robert Smalls was born into slavery in Beaufort, South Carolina. This talk will chronicle the remarkable journey from his enslavement to his five terms as a U.S Congressman and beyond. A story of a hero’s hero. Registration if recommended. Seatingis limited to 60 with priority to those who pre-register.
Ernie Stricsek retired to Chatham in 2019 after a career as an engineering executive in the aerospace and automotive industries. But he has had a long love of history and writing, with a special focus on the Civil War. He fortified his Civil War knowledge with classes at a community college, adult education programs, and he led private tours at the Gettysburg National Park. Turning from the Civil War, he is currently working on a historical novel about the turpentine camps of the 1920’s and 1930’s.
Happy Halloween! Come celebrate with the Eldredge Public Library staff! Children of all ages can visit the Library to trick-or-treat, enjoy Halloween books, and show off their costumes! Registration is not required.
Happy Halloween! Come celebrate with the Eldredge Public Library staff! Children of all ages can visit the Library to trick-or-treat, enjoy Halloween books, and show off their costumes! Registration is not required.
For children ages 2.9-5 years old and their caregivers. Join us for "S is for Storytime," a magical journey through the alphabet! Get ready for an exciting time together filled with storytelling, music, and interactive fun, as we explore letters and words through enchanting tales and more. From amazing alligators to zooming zebras, each week will bring a new letter to life, sparking imaginations and fostering a love for reading. We hope you'll join us as we learn, laugh, and create lasting memories together. A one-time registration is required.
For children ages 2.9-5 years old and their caregivers. Join us for "S is for Storytime," a magical journey through the alphabet! Get ready for an exciting time together filled with storytelling, music, and interactive fun, as we explore letters and words through enchanting tales and more. From amazing alligators to zooming zebras, each week will bring a new letter to life, sparking imaginations and fostering a love for reading. We hope you'll join us as we learn, laugh, and create lasting memories together. A one-time registration is required.
