Chatham Public Library
View details
-
About Us
The mission of the Chatham Public Library is to nurture a sense of community, past and present, and advance the benefits of lifelong learning. The Chatham Public Library was chartered in 1902 and features weekly storyhours, a local history collection, Internet access & Wi-Fi, the Chatham Courier on microfilm, online museum pass reservations, eBooks, eMagazines & eAudiobooks, and streaming video collections. The Canaan Branch of the Chatham Public Library was founded in 1895 and specializes in adult fiction and children's materials.
-
Contact Information
11 Woodbridge Avenue
Chatham, NY 12037
Call 518-392-3666
-
Thursday March 28 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT Weekly
Hora de Cuentos con Sra. Sonia
¡Hola amigos! Únanse a la Sra. Sonia los jueves en la tarde en la Biblioteca Pública de Chatham para La Hora De Cuentos, cuentos bilingües, canciones y rimas en español e inglés para niños de 3 a 5 años. La Hora De Cuentos es ofrecida a los hablantes de cualquier idiom......More
-
Friday March 29 10:00am - 11:00am EDT Weekly
Library Walking Club
Hit the local trails with Library staff. The group will set the pace together as they explore many CLC conservation areas. We welcome special guests who can share more about the flora, fauna, and history of the area we traverse. Registration required! Email merka@chatha......More
-
Friday March 29 10:30am - 11:30am EDT Weekly
Pre-School Story Hour
Join Miss Becky for poems, stories, songs and a craft. For ages 3 to 5. No registration required for this weekly program.
-
Saturday March 30 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT Weekly
Ukulele Jam
Sing, strum, play! It's more fun to play in a group. All ages are welcome to the Ukulele Jams, led by Carmen Borgia, singer, songwriter and ukulele player extraordinaire! Leave your inhibition at home. Ukes will be available, including several you can borrow to take hom......More
-
Monday April 1 10:30am - 11:30am EDT Weekly
Shake & Shout
Come get loud at the library! Join other toddlers for a lively story time! We'll sing, dance, and read a book together. For ages 2 to 4. No registration is necessary for this weekly program.
-
Monday April 1 10:30am - 12:30pm EDT Weekly
-
Monday April 1 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT Weekly
Meditation with Annie
Spend a few minutes quieting your mind and centering yourself with Monday Meditation. Feel free to bring a journal and a stone, crystal, or other small item that's meaningful to you.
-
Monday April 1 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT Monthly
Letter Writing Social
The Chatham Letter Writing Society, a new group at the Chatham Public Library, meets on the first Monday evening of the month. In an era of texting, emails and social media, some people are looking to revive good penmanship and the handwritten word. We will meet at t......More
-
Tuesday April 2 10:30am - 11:30am EDT Weekly
Chatham Writing Group
The Chatham Writing Group is an informal group that meets to explore the craft of writing. They comment on, critique each other's work and read to one another. The goal of this group is to thoughtfully and honestly learn and grow together. The Oasis Journal 2017 and th......More
-
Tuesday April 2 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Storycrafters: Fools of Spring
Join Barry Marshall & Jeri Burns, PhD for a lively, participatory, family storytelling session to put a Spring in your Step. For all ages. No registration required.
-
Tuesday April 2 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT Weekly
Chair Yoga (ZOOM) 4PM
Chair yoga is open to anyone who would like to support a healthy body and mind. The only requirement is a chair! Email [email protected] to register! The practice of yoga has been shown to improve flexibility, range o......More
-
Wednesday April 3 10:15am - 12:15pm EDT Weekly
Library Playgroup
Come enjoy playtime in the Children's Room! Enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play and socialize with others in the community. A great opportunity to meet up with other children, parents and caretakers. Recommended for ages 0-5. No registratio......More
-
Wednesday April 3 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT Weekly
Gentle Yoga
Join Library Director and Yoga Instructor Amanda Merk for a gentle, introductory class. Participants do not need to have any prior yoga experience, but should have the ability to get up and down off the floor.
-
Wednesday April 3 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT Weekly
Mah Jongg Club
Our dedicated Mah Jongg players meet in the library's community room every Monday from 10:30am-12:30pm and upstairs every Wednesday from 2pm-4pm. Experienced players are welcome to join at any time. Suggested alternatives for new players: Pull up a chair and watc......More
-
Wednesday April 3 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT Monthly
BIPOC Book Club
New Book Club Forming at Chatham Public Library in Partnership with Chatham Bookstore First meeting will be held at Chatham Public Library Wednesday, March 6 at 5:30 pm. Theme will be books by emerging authors from the BIPOC community (Black, Indigenous and People of......More
-
Wednesday April 3 6:45pm - 7:45pm EDT
CCLA Tech Lab on ZOOM - AI and Chat GPT
AI (Artificial Intelligence) and Chat GPT In this Lab, find out why the world is talking about AI and learn how to use it. Already using Chat GPT? Find out how to write better prompts. For more information, go to columbiacountylibraries.org. To register, email columbi......More
-
Thursday April 4 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT Weekly
Qigong with Curt Anthon
In Curt's class you will learn various Qigong sets and then work on a traditional TaiChi Form - a set series of movements and postures. This is a gentle practice that enhances coordination, balance and circulation.Curt is a member of the Yang Family Tai Chi Association ......More
-
Thursday April 4 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT Monthly
Chatham Roots Genealogy
Chatham Roots will meet in the library! This free monthly genealogy club can assist in the search for your family. For beginners, experts and everyone in between. We will work on those elusive ancestors, break down your brick walls, share tips and tricks and just have f......More
-
Thursday April 4 2:30pm - 5:00pm EDT Weekly
Origami Pockets & Poems
April is National Poetry Month! In preparation for Poem in Your Pocket Day on April 29th, help Miss Becky make origami pockets and write poems to share! Bring your own poems, write while you are here, or find a poem to copy.
-
Friday April 5 10:00am - 11:00am EDT Weekly
Library Walking Club
Hit the local trails with Library staff. The group will set the pace together as they explore many CLC conservation areas. We welcome special guests who can share more about the flora, fauna, and history of the area we traverse. Registration required! Email merka@chatha......More
-
Friday April 5 10:30am - 11:30am EDT Weekly
Pre-School Story Hour
Join Miss Becky for poems, stories, songs and a craft. For ages 3 to 5. No registration required for this weekly program.
-
Saturday April 6 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT Weekly
Ukulele Jam
Sing, strum, play! It's more fun to play in a group. All ages are welcome to the Ukulele Jams, led by Carmen Borgia, singer, songwriter and ukulele player extraordinaire! Leave your inhibition at home. Ukes will be available, including several you can borrow to take hom......More