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East Longmeadow Public Library will be closed all day on Thursday, May 15th, 2025 due to a staff professional development training. The library will be open from 9:30am-8pm on Wednesday, May 14th and reopen at 9:30am on Friday, May 16th.
As always, the book drop is open 24/7 as is the library website with all of its amazing resources!
Now – May 17th, 2025 | Tables Near the Circulation Desk
The time is now for those of you who want to participate in the Friends’ “2025 Spring Gift Baskets Extravaganza” fundraiser! It will end on Saturday, May17th and the drawing will take place on Monday, May 19th. Individuals do not have to be present at that time of the drawing. The winners will be contacted.
The table is set up across from the Circulation Desk and you can obtain your tickets from the staff. The cost for 1 ticket is $1; 6 tickets is $5. Good luck!
As a reminder to those fortunate enough to win a basket, please pick yours up within the week of the drawing because there is limited space at the library. If the basket remains after a week and we do not receive a response, the 2nd place winner will be called.
Participating in book groups provides children with opportunities to interact and engage with their peers. They learn how to communicate effectively, cooperate, and collaborate with others. Through group activities, children develop essential social skills such as sharing, taking turns, and resolving conflicts.
We offer book groups for Kindergarteners, 1st & 2nd graders, 3rd & 4th graders, and 5th grade & up. Click the registration link to learn more about the April book choices. All books can be picked up at the Circulation Desk. It is recommended the book be read before attending the program.
Register below TODAY!
Kindergarten (Wednesday, 5/14 @ 4:30pm)
1st & 2nd Grade (Tuesday, 5/13 @ 4:30pm)
3rd & 4th Grade (Tuesday, 5/20 @ 4:30pm)
5th Grade & Up (Tuesday, 5/20 @ 4:30pm)
May 29th, 2025 | 11:00am-12:00pm | Conference Room
Join us for a great discussion about our selection for May’s Adult Book Discussion Group: The Women by Kristen Hannah.
Copies of the book can be checked out at the Circulation Desk.
Registration is not required.
May 13th, 2025 | 1:00pm-2:00pm | Community Room
Homeschool families with children ages 8-12 are invited to join us for an exciting and interactive monthly program designed to inspire curiosity and creativity! Each month, we explore a different theme, offering educational opportunities and hands-on activities that make learning fun and engaging.
This month is “Mathematical May”, and a time to explore and examine various mathematical concepts while having a good time. Some concepts we will focus on include, cartesian graph, mean, median, and mode with graphing. Children will receive instruction to create their own graphs. Whether your child loves math or fears it, this program is sure to ignite them. We can’t wait to see the graphs they produce!
This program is presented in partnership with the Pioneer Valley Montessori School, which brings its expertise and passion for hands-on, child-centered learning to this collaborative effort. It’s a wonderful opportunity for homeschool families to connect, explore, and learn in a supportive and inspiring environment.
Ages 8+ are welcome. Registration is required.
This program is presented in partnership with the Pioneer Valley Montessori School.
May 14th, 2025 | 4:15pm-5:15pm | Conference Room
Each month we will read a commonly banned/challenged book and discuss our thoughts. This month, we will be reading The Lightning Thief, the first book in the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series by Rick Riordan. Extra copies will be available for checkout at the Circulation Desk.
Grades 6-12 welcome at this meeting! Snacks will be provided.
Registration is not required.
Funded by the Friends of the East Longmeadow Public Library