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Wednesday, June 4 @ 11:00 am
Join Aubrey Paolino, entomologist with Cape Cod Mosquito Control Project (CCMCP), for a talk about mosquitoes on Cape Cod. Learn about mosquito biology, how CCMCP manages mosquito habitat, and what you can do to protect yourself from mosquito bites and the diseases mosquitoes transmit.
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Extinctopedia
Wednesday, June 4 @ 2:00 pm
Extinctopedia is a detailed exploration of extinct species and those at risk of extinction, highlighting the threats to their survival. It offers hope by showcasing rediscovered animals, newly discovered species, and the potential for conservation efforts.
Registration is required for this virtual program.
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Tuesday, June 10 @ 2:00 pm
You're invited to a special virtual preview event with #1 New York Times bestselling author Lisa Jewell, where she will introduce her upcoming book Don't Let Him In.
Registration is required for this virtual program.
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Tuesday, June 10 at 4:00 pm
We hope you can join us for the Annual Meeting of the Friends of the Eldredge Public Library. Following a short business meeting our guest speaker is Pippa Norris.
Pippa Norris is a comparative political scientist who has taught at Harvard for more than three decades. She is the Paul McGuire Lecturer in Comparative Politics at Harvard's' Kennedy School for Government, an Affiliated Professor at Harvard's Government Department, and founding Director of the Electoral Integrity Project, Vice President of the World Values Survey and Co-Principle Investigator of the Trust in Democracy (TRUEDem) project. Everyone is welcome!
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Tuesday, June 10, 6:30-7:00 pm
Bestselling author Jane Healey presents a 30-minute virtual session of historical fiction book recommendations. Get excited about her top picks and find your next great read!
Registration is required through Ashland Public Library.
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Thursday, June 12 @ 1:00 pm
Explore the process and tools for researching the history and genealogy of your historic home with EPL genealogist and Chatham Historical Commissioner Nancy Barr. This program is part of Historic Chatham's June History Month.
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Thursday, June 12, 6:30-7:00 pm
Bestselling author shares must-read mystery and thriller recommendations.
Registration is required through Ashland Public Library.
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Bloomsday Celebration
Monday, June 16 from 1:00-3:00 pm
Join us for an afternoon celebration of James Joyce and his monumental novel, Ulysses. This Bloomsday, we'll gather for selected readings, a costumed stroll and reflections on the day that changed the modern novel forever. Edwardian /1904-themed costumes encouraged! Bring your copy of Ulysses and/or a favorite passage for the reading.
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Wednesday, June 18 @ 2:00 pm
Introduction to sustainable gardening using permaculture to benefit the environment and support biodiversity. Registration is not required for this in person program.
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Books in Bloom
Sunday, June 22 from 4:00-6:00 pm
Friends of the EPL fundraiser where floral arrangements inspired by books are displayed throughout the library ($20 admission).
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Tuesday, June 24 @ 4:00 pm
Virtual event with the bestselling author Katherine Applegate discussing her verse novel Odder, based on sea otter rescue. Applegate is the author of numerous books for young readers, including The One and Only Ivan and Animorphs series.
Registration is required for this virtual program.
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Thursday, June 26 @ 5:00 pm
Join Eldredge Public Library Director Amy Andreasson and Chatham Railroad Museum co-Director Gil Sparks to explore the life and legacy of Marcellus Eldredge (1838-1898), the man who helped transform Chatham into a summer resort town in the 1800s. This program is part of Historic Chatham's June History Month.
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Make sure to take a look at our upcoming July programs, featuring authors Raul the Third, Marie Lu, Rex Ogle and Pria Anand. We are offering two programs in our CC wildlife series: Wild Care and Ospreys with MA Audubon. Resilient Roots gardening series continues with edible cultivars and native plants. Folk musician Kim Mober kicks off our music on the lawn summer series.
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Save the Date: Summer Reading Kick-off Event is July 1 @ 1:30 pm
Stay tuned for more information about “Color Our World”, this year’s Summer Reading Adventure! The July and August Calendar will be available in Youth Services and on our website (eldredgelibrary.org)
on June 14th.
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Miss Meghan's School Tour
The end of the school year is here! The Youth Services staff is busy spending June visiting local schools, hosting field
trips to the Library, and getting ready for an exciting summer filled with fun programs.
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Youth Services
June Calendar
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4-H Babysitting Training
This popular 2-day course is June 26 and 27 for students in gr. 5-12. Register today! Your student must be available to attend both days to receive the certificate.
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Monday, June 2 @ 1:00
Last program of the Spring Learning Series: Preview of the upcoming Cape Cod Shakespeare Festival in Chatham. Take a look behind the scenes! Tickets $10
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The 2025 Reading Challenge - Booked for the Year - is here!
A bingo-based reading challenge that will get you to travel around the Library! Visit us at the Front Desk to receive your bingo card - or participate online- and start reading!
| | Thank you to the Friends of the Eldredge Public Library for their support! | | The Library will be closed Thursday, June 19 | | Eldredge Public Library | 564 Main Street, Chatham MA 02633 | 508-945-5170 | www.eldredgelibrary.org | | | | |
