Tap Time Dancercise
Our friends from Active for Life Fitness will be here with a seated dancercise class every other month on the third Friday at 3pm! Class types may vary by month. This month’s class on Friday April 17th is Tap Time! …
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Marshmallow Masterpieces: A Peeps Diorama Contest
Join us on Wednesday, April 15 at 4:30pm to create a shoebox display with Peeps to showcase a scene from your favorite book! All supplies are provided. Designed for ages 10+, but children 8 – 9 are welcome to attend …
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Preschool Pirate Party
Ahoy, Mateys! Join us on Friday, April 10 at 11:15am for pirate-tastic fun and find buried treasure! Pirates will enjoy themed games, crafts, and activities. Designed for ages 2-6 and their caregivers. Registration is suggested. Please register each child separately. …
The Magic Tree House Book Club: Buffalo Before Breakfast
Want to go on a magical adventure just like Jack and Annie? Read (or re-read) the Magic Tree House books and come to the library for special themed activities. This book club is designed for children in 1st-3rd grade, but …
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Kids Art Workshop: Dutch Tulip Fields
Join us on Wednesday, April 1 at 4:30pm for an art workshop recommended for children ages 6-12. All supplies will be provided for registered attendees to create a painting of Dutch tulip fields in bloom using pointillist techniques. Dress for …
Music & Movement Storytime
Stretch, sing, dance, and jump along in this fast-paced storytime on Friday, April 24 at 11:15am! This storytime is designed for children ages 2-6 and their caregivers, and will include stories, songs, instruments and more! Registration is not needed for …
Navigating the Real Estate Market with Confidence
Buying or selling a home can feel more complicated than ever — especially with new laws and changes that affect how real estate transactions work. Join special guest Jennifer Herron-Underwood on Thursday, March 12 at 6:00pm for an educational conversation …
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Seated Yoga Flow Fridays
Joins us on Fridays at 1:00pm from March 20 through April 24 for Seated Yoga Flow. Learn breathing techniques to clear the mind and be present in the moment as instructor Cindy Miller leads you through movements to stretch and …
The Magic Tree House Book Club: Tonight on the Titanic
Want to go on a magical adventure just like Jack and Annie? Read (or re-read) the Magic Tree House books and come to the library for special themed activities. This book club is designed for children in 1st-3rd grade, but …
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Tai Chi for Balance and Fall Prevention
Join us on Thursdays, March 19- April 23 at 10:30am for Tai Chi for Balance and Fall Prevention with special guest Mary Cordray! Good balance is essential for our daily life activity, and Tai Chi can help improve your balance …
Watercolor Pencils and More Art Workshops
Join us at 12:30 pm on the first Monday of the month for Watercolor Pencils and More Art Workshops with artist and instructor Mary Jo Clark. Enjoy learning new skills and techniques during this creative workshop where all skill levels …
Tabletop Game Time
Join us at 5:30pm on the second Tuesday of the month for Tabletop Game Time! Drop in with a friend or make some new friends while you learn how to play new games or rediscover old favorites! A variety of …
Amherst Chess Players Society
The Amherst Chess Players Society is a welcoming group for chess enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels, offering casual play through regular in-person meetups, an online community, and strategy discussions. The club prioritizes fair play, respect, and camaraderie. Join us …
Baby Playdate
Join us at 10am every Wednesday enjoy a special open-ended play space just for our littlest patrons! Age-appropriate toys and books will be available for both babies and caregivers to enjoy some play time and social time at the library. After …
New Circulating Items
We are excited to announce the addition of six new circulating items to the Amherst Public Library collection! Amherst Public Library cardholders can now check out a Photo to Digital Converter, a Video to Digital Converter, a Kill-A-Watt Electricity Usage …
Tokusatsu Club
Join us at 6pm on the fourth Tuesday of the month for Tokusatsu Club! Learn about, watch, and discuss Japanese Tokusatsu films and television shows like Ultraman, Godzilla, Super Sentai, Kamen Rider, and more. Recommended for ages 15+. Registration is not …
Canine Reading Buddies
Children of all ages are invited to read to a licensed therapy dog on the first Saturday of the month at 11:00 a.m. Our licensed Canine Reading Buddies are all ears waiting to be read to. Come with your favorite …
Introducing Memory Kits
Introducing Memory Kits, the newest item in the Amherst Public Library collection! Studies have shown that reminiscing is a valuable way to stir memory and maintain communication. Our Memory Kits are designed to help our patrons engage and facilitate conversations …
Teen Volunteer Program
The Amherst Public Library is restarting our Teen Volunteer program! The Teen Volunteer program is for kids and teens aged 10 – 18 who would like to volunteer their time to help with various library events and projects. It’s a …
Expansion and Renovation Project Updates
7/1/2022 Things are starting to really come together as we get closer to our Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening on Monday, July 11 at 12pm. Today’s excitement was the delivery of new furniture! These comfy reading chairs will be in …