Eldredge Public Library, Chatham, MA

2010-05-21T10:11:00.002-04:00

Just a reminder - there will be no storyhour on Saturday, 5/22. The Chatham Maritime Festival will be held at the Chatham Community Center on 5/22 from 12-7 pm. Many kids activities available. We will also be closed on Monday, 5/31 in honor of Memorial Day.

2010-05-10T11:14:00.004-04:00

What will happen to Lisbeth Salander? Place your request today for The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet's Nest by Stieg Larsson. Publication date is 5/25!

http://library.clamsnet.org/search~S1?/tgirl+who+kicked+the+hornets/tgirl+who+kicked+the+hornets/1%2C1%2C5%2CB/frameset&FF=tgirl+who+kicked+the+hornets+nest&1%2C%2C5

The first book in this series is: The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo

2010-05-06T17:57:00.003-04:00

Have you picked up the May Book Page yet? Book Page is a 30+ page book review guide that has reviews and information on the latest books and interviews with hot authors. A great place to find your next "best read." This complimentary monthly magazine is provided by the Friends of the Eldredge Public Library.

2010-04-29T20:31:00.003-04:00

Paul Buta, author of Privacy Panic, will be at the Eldredge Public Library on Monday, May 3rd at 2:00 pm to discuss practical advise about your personal privacy. Bring your questions to the program. This event is part of Choose Privacy Week, May 2-8, sponsored by the American Library Association.

2010-04-21T10:29:00.001-04:00

Tax day has come and gone - yahoo! For anyone still in need of state or federal forms, please inquire at the Reference Desk.

2010-04-16T09:12:00.000-04:00

The Library will be closed on Monday, April 19th in honor of Patriot's Day. We will reopen Tuesday at 1:00 pm.

2010-04-14T09:40:00.002-04:00

The Book to Film discussion group will read & watch The Quiet Ameican by Graham Greene on 4/22 @ 6:30 pm at the Eldredge Library. Pick up your copy of the book today and get involved in this unique book club. Upcoming titles include: Last King of Scotland by Giles Foden on May 20th and Secret Life of Bees by Sue Monk Kidd on June 17th.

2010-04-12T09:08:00.002-04:00

On April 29th The Friends of the Eldredge Public Library will host a book and author event with Elizabeth Moisan. Ms. Moisan will talk about her new book Master of the Sweet Trade : a Story of Pirate Samuel Bellamy, Mariah Hallett, and the Whydah. Read the book today and then come listen to the details of this fascinating piece of local history. Reviews are available on Amazon http://www.amazon.com/Master-Sweet-Trade-Bellamy-Hallett/product-reviews/1440158959/ref=dp_top_cm_cr_acr_txt?ie=UTF8&showViewpoints=1

2010-03-29T11:15:00.001-04:00

Interested in classics with a twist? Jane Austen w/ sea monsters is a must! See the book trailer at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_jZVE5uF24Q. The book, Sense and Sensibility and Sea Monsters by Jane Austen and Ben H. Winters, is now available at the EPL in the new books section.

2010-03-15T10:29:00.002-04:00

Link to lists of all the new & popular titles on the CLAMS catalog at http://library.clamsnet.org/screens/newhottitles.html. This also includes lists of future releases for which you can place a request. Please inquire at the Front Desk if you have questions about requesting titles or if you want a title that is not on the list.

2010-03-12T10:33:00.002-05:00

Good news for those of us patiently waiting for suspense writer Linda Fairstein's newest book. Hell Gate is now availalbe. Place your request today. Linda gives insight to her new book and a look at the famous Gracie Mansion at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N1etWB0Dn8g. Check it out!

2010-03-10T10:39:00.001-05:00

What's the easiest way to learn a new language? Mango of course! http://libraries.mangolanguages.com/eldredge/login?u=863619. Mango Languages, an online language-learning system is a fun, fast and easy way to learn to speak a foreign language. The system offers actual conversation skills for a variety of languages. As a member of the Eldredge Public Library, you have access to: French, German, Italian, Spanish, English for Spanish (Latin America) Speakers, and English for Portuguese (Brazil) speakers. Start learning today!

2010-03-01T16:01:00.002-05:00

Jodi Picoult's new book "House Rules" will be released tomorrow ( March 2nd 2010). Reserve your copy today! Check out an interview with Jodi about this book at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8OIn4kz_Fo0

2010-02-26T09:11:00.002-05:00

Are you still waiting to read "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett? It is now available as a downloadable ebook through Overdrive. Overdrive is the free online catalog of downloadable books made available to CLAMS patrons. Follow this link (http://clamsnet.lib.overdrive.com) for more information. Happy Reading!

2010-02-22T14:51:00.003-05:00

The new Eric Van Lustbader book "Last Snow" and Dana Stabenow book "A Night Too Dark" are both available. Place your request today. Remember, you can place requests on most books before they are published. Get your name in early for popular titles and authors!

2010-02-17T10:41:00.001-05:00

Join us this Sunday, February 21st at 4:00pm in the Forgeron Room for the return of our famous Spelling Bee. Fun and laughter are guaranteed! Refreshments will be served at 3:30pm. Come cheer on the teams and have a great afternoon!

2010-02-08T09:34:00.002-05:00

Saturday, February 14th, Bob Zaremba will be at the Library to discuss 19th century maps and charts of Chatham. This Friends sponsored event, "Maps and Charts as Seen From Chatham," starts at 2:00 pm in the Forgeron Room. Refreshments will be served at 1:30pm. A great opportunity to learn some local history!

2010-02-05T09:16:00.002-05:00

Looking for something to do on these cold winter days? We have museum passes to many local and Boston museusms. Information is available on our website: http://www.eldredgelibrary.org/services/museum. If we don't have the pass you need, you can borrow passes from other CLAMS libraries. Call the Library for information and to reserve your passes today.

2010-02-03T14:48:00.001-05:00

The Spelling Bee is February 21st. Call the library today for information on how to register your team of 3 Bee-fore the February 5th deadline! This is a great event. If you decide not to participate, being a spectator is great fun too! The event starts at 4:00 pm.

2010-02-01T15:53:00.001-05:00

The EPL Learning Series has begun! There is space available in many of the classes. Some classes will start in the upcoming weeks. Forms available at the Library or on our website.

2010-01-25T10:34:00.001-05:00

The Friends' of the Eldredge Public Library book club meets tomorrow (1/26) at 4:00pm. They will be discussing "The Nine Tailors" by Dorothy Sayers. All are welcome.

2010-01-22T09:51:00.001-05:00

State tax forms have arrived. Remember, if we don't have what you need, we can download it from the Internet. Don't hesitate to ask us!

2010-01-19T09:04:00.000-05:00

Book to Film Discussion group will meet Thurs., Jan 21st at 6:30pm. They will be discussing & watching The Cider House Rules by John Irving.

2010-01-15T12:11:00.000-05:00

Looking for a quiet place to knit? The EPL knitting club will meet at the Library on Saturday, Jan 16th from 1-3 pm.

2010-01-14T17:55:00.002-05:00

Sunday, January 17th 'Sundays at the Eldredge' Program - "A Journey to Tibet." Karen Schwalm will share experiences from her recent trip to Tibet and "Little Tibet" in Dharamasala, India. Karen will provide her impressions of the Tibetian culture through photographs, stories and unique artifacts. Program starts at 2:00 pm and refreshments will be served at 1:30pm. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Eldredge Public Library.

2010-01-13T09:08:00.001-05:00

The Library will be closed on Monday, Jan 18th for the Martin Luther King, Jr Holiday. We will reopen Tuesday, Jan 19th at 1:00 pm.

2010-01-11T10:20:00.002-05:00

The 6th Annual Spelling Bee, sponsored by the Friends of the Eldredge Public Library, is scheduled for February 21st at 4:00 pm. This is a team event where 14 teams of 3 will compete to spell correctly some of the 2500 words carefully selected by the Spelling Bee's Word Committee. Entry forms are available at the Library and, along with the $30 entry fee, need to be returned to the Library by February 5th. Even if you don't participate, this is a great event to watch and lend support to your favorite team!

2010-01-08T09:15:00.002-05:00

Federal Tax Forms are available at the library. State Tax Forms are expected mid to late January. If we don't have the form you need, we can print forms from both the Federal and State web sites. Please inquire at the Reference Desk.

2010-01-06T10:51:00.002-05:00

Is learning a new language a New Year's Resolution? MANGO LANGUAGES online language-learning system is a fun, fast and easy way to learn to speak a foreign language. The system offers actual conversation skills for a variety of languages. Access to the database is available from our website. Use your CLAMS card to create a free account and get started today!

2010-01-04T15:56:00.001-05:00

The Adult and Teen Book Discussion Group will meet on Jan 12th to discuss "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins. Registration is required. Pick up your copy of the book today. Find out what's happening in the amazing world of Teen Fiction!

2009-12-30T14:41:00.002-05:00

The Library will be closed Thursday, Dec 31st and Friday, Jan 1st for the New Year's Holiday. Join us New Years Eve for scheduled First Night activities at the Library. We will reopen on Saturday, Jan 2 from 10-5. Happy New Year!

2009-12-29T17:37:00.001-05:00

A list of the winter/spring 2010 Learning Series classes is now available in the Library. There are many great courses being offered. Sign up today!

2009-12-23T09:07:00.001-05:00

The Library will be closed Dec. 24th, 25th, 26th and 27th. We will reopen on Monday, Dec. 28th. Happy Holidays from the EPL!

2009-12-21T07:56:00.001-05:00

The Library will open at 12:00 noon on Monday, Dec 21st.

2009-12-18T09:09:00.001-05:00

The new Book to Film discussion group will meet on Jan 21 at 6:30 pm. They will be discussing The Cider House Rules by John Irving. Pick up the book at the library soon!

2009-12-16T10:07:00.002-05:00

Books make great gifts for Christmas. Our ongoing booksale has both new and used books. Each book is a double gift - every cent you spend goes to support the Library and its programs. We also have EPL t-shirts, tote bags and more.

2009-12-14T10:06:00.002-05:00

Calling all Chatham poets to read your original poems as part of the First Night Celebration. You must register in advance by Dec 19th (at the Front Desk). This special event is sponsored by The Friends of the Eldredge Public Library. This program will take place in the Forgeron Room of the EPL at 7:00 pm on Dec 31st. Buttons are required.

2009-12-11T10:33:00.002-05:00

Our Annual Fund Drive is currently underway. A percentage of our budget is funded by your generous donations. Donations can be mailed to the library or we'll send you a Donation Card that you can mail back to us. All donations to the library are tax-deductible. We appreciate your support!

2009-12-09T10:42:00.001-05:00

The EPL was recently honored by Library Journal as one of the top 250 libraries in the country (out of 7,268). We received a four star rating, which is based on circualtion, library visits, program attendance and Internet use. Kudos to the Eldredge Library, EPL Friends and our wonderful patrons!

2009-12-07T11:09:00.001-05:00

Vote for your choice of Book & Movie for the Book-to-Movie Discussion Group, which will meet on Jan 21st. Ballots are available at the Front Desk or in the Winter Tidings. They are due Dec 12th.

2009-12-04T08:37:00.001-05:00

Did you know that you can download audiobooks to your home computer and then transfer them to an MP3 player? All for free! Go to the library catalog at http://www.clamsnet.org to get started.

2009-11-30T13:55:00.001-05:00

The Proposed FY 2010 Chatham Real Estate Valuations are available at the Library. Inquire at the Reference Desk.

2009-11-24T20:45:00.001-05:00

The Library still has a few copies available of the Chatham Blue Book, distributed by the Friends of Chatham Waterways.

2009-11-23T09:06:00.000-05:00

The Library will be closed Thursday and Friday this week for the Thanksgiving Holiday. Have a Happy Thanksgiving.

2009-11-20T09:43:00.000-05:00

Did you know that you can also receive library news by email? Sign up on the home page of the Library web site, www.eldredgelibrary.org.

2009-11-18T10:16:00.001-05:00

Author/illustrator Bob Staake will be here tomorrow, Nov 19, at 3:30 to discuss his award winning work. Don't miss this unique opportunity.

2009-11-16T09:40:00.001-05:00

Are you interested in writing a book or a memoir? Join our Monday Writers group or our Friday Memoirs group. Call for more info 945-5170.

2009-11-13T08:45:00.001-05:00

The EPL knitting group will meet tomorrow, Nov 14th, from 1-3 pm in the Forgeron Room. Everyone is welcome, no experience necessary.

2009-11-09T09:23:00.001-05:00

The library will be closed on Wednesday, November 11th for Veterans Day. We will reopen Thursday at 1:00 pm.

2009-11-06T09:06:00.002-05:00

A reminder to parents, there will be no Wee Read today, Friday Nov 6. Our Saturday storyhour will be tomorrow at 10:30am.

2009-11-04T10:11:00.000-05:00

A new book group for adults and teens interested in discussing new young adult titles starts Dec. 1. Call the library for more information.

2009-11-02T10:21:00.001-05:00

Please use caution when using the Library Lane side entrance. We are having some repair work done on the roof.

Welcome!

2009-10-30T14:06:00.002-04:00

Welcome to the Eldredge Public Library blog. Check here for daily happenings and updates.

Don't forget to include the library on your trick or treat route. We'll be handing out treats at the side rear door from 5:00 to 6:30 pm on Saturday, Oct. 31. Have a happy and save Halloween.