Nantucket Atheneum

Join us for a yoga practice for everyone, focusing on slow, focused movement and full body relaxation. This 45 minute practice will leave you feeling relaxed and recharged.

Join us for a yoga practice for everyone focusing on what it feels like to be in the body through slow focused movement, concluding with a full body relaxation. This short 45 minute practice will leave one feeling relaxed and recharged.

Join an informal conversation about zoning changes being proposed by Citizen Petitions and the Planning Board, moderated by Campbell Sutton. Topics vary weekly.

Join an informal conversation about zoning changes being proposed by Citizen Petitions and the Planning Board, moderated by Campbell Sutton. Topics vary weekly and the event is free and open to the public.

Each weekly meditation class includes a short talk, a guided meditation, and time for reflection or questions. Registration is encouraged and no experience is needed.

Each weekly meditation class includes a short talk, a guided meditation, and time for reflection or questions, designed to support a clearer understanding of the methods and help build a consistent meditation practice. Registration is encouraged and no experience is needed.

Learn essential phrases and vocabulary for everyday conversation. Practice speaking and boost your confidence in a friendly classroom setting.

Learn essential phrases and vocabulary for everyday conversation. Practice speaking and boost your confidence in a friendly classroom setting.

Expand your creativity at Open Arts Night! Bring your art project or enjoy the stage show at the Nantucket Atheneum.

Open Arts Night expands Open Mic Night by adding an arts and craft component. Bring your art project and enjoy the stage show in the acoustically stellar Great Hall!

Looking for your next great read? Join our Reader’s Advisory Group and meet with Annye Camara, who will help you discover books tailored to your interests.

Looking for your next great read? Join our Reader’s Advisory Group from 11:00–12:00 PM and meet with Annye Camara, who will help you discover books tailored to your interests.

Join other writers to share written work online through Zoom. Read work on which you wish to have reader feedback: memoirs, poetry, travel, essay, fiction.

Join with other writers to share written work and receive feedback on memoirs, poetry, travel essays, fiction, and more online through Zoom.

Join us for some creative construction with LEGO bricks! The program is free, but space is limited.

Join us for some creative construction! The library will supply the LEGO bricks and you can have some fun.

Join us for an evening of trivia at the library, just for teens! Bring a friend or come alone and test your knowledge; snacks will be provided.

Join us for an evening of trivia at the library, just for teens! Bring a friend or come alone and test your knowledge; snacks will be provided.

Join us for our Weekly Table Top Game Night at the Nantucket Atheneum. We have a variety of fun board games and card games and host fun Mag-ACK The Gathering groups as well as the return of our Dungeon's & Dragons drop-in sessions!

Join us for our Weekly Table Top Game Night at the Nantucket Atheneum. Experienced players and newbies are all welcome!

Join our YA librarian to explore dungeons, battle monsters, and let your inner warrior out in our beginner-friendly Dungeons & Dragons club. This event is intended for ages 13-18 and you can register by emailing shurd@nantucketatheneum.org.

Join our YA librarian to explore dungeons, battle monsters, and let your inner warrior out in our beginner-friendly Dungeons & Dragons club. This event is intended for ages 13-18.

Come to the Nantucket Atheneum's Language Exchange Program lead by Shannon Ross to work on your Spanish/English in a relaxed and fun environment! Free Admission, Open to the Public.

Join the Nantucket Atheneum's Language Exchange Program led by Shannon Ross to work on your Spanish/English in a relaxed and fun environment. Free admission and open to the public.

Calling all knitters! Gather your projects and supplies and come knit with us in a fun, relaxed place to share your projects with like-minded people or learn new techniques.

Calling all knitters! Gather your projects and supplies and come knit with us. The Atheneum Knitters Group is a fun, relaxed place to share your projects with like-minded people or learn new techniques.

Join us for some short stories, fingerplays, and songs designed to foster pre-literacy skills for children up to 3 years old. Space is limited and tickets will be available at the Weezie Desk when the library opens.

Join us for some short stories, fingerplays, and songs designed to foster pre-literacy skills for children up to 3 years old. Space is limited and tickets will be available at the Weezie Desk when the library opens.

Join us for a special 30 minute story time feature new and classic stories, fingerplays, and songs for children ages 3 years and older.

Join us for a special 30 minute story time feature new and classic stories, fingerplays, and songs for children ages 3 years and older.

Dr. Lindsey Stewart discusses her book, The Conjuring of America: Mojos, Mermaids, Medicine, and 400 Years of Black Women’s Magic, which tells the stories of Black women's practices and worship through history. The event will be a digital live-stream in partnership with the Nantucket Atheneum.

Dr. Lindsey Stewart discusses her book, "The Conjuring of America: Mojos, Mermaids, Medicine, and 400 Years of Black Women’s Magic," which tells the stories of Black women throughout history and the magic they used to sow rebellion, freedom, and hope. This event is presented via digital live-stream in partnership with the Nantucket Atheneum.

Join the Philosophy Club in the Great Hall for thoughtful and engaging conversations led by reference librarian James Grieder. This event is open to all ages.

Improve your English language skills with this intermediate English conversation class. The Literacy Volunteers of the Atheneum (LVA) offer this drop-in class every Thursday evening.

ELL Beginner's English class for those seeking to learn basic conversation used in daily activities. The Literacy Volunteers of the Atheneum (LVA) offer a drop-in beginner class every Thursday evening at the library.

Join Jules Embry-Pelrine of Nantucket Martial Arts Alliance for a free self defense class, designed for ages 8-12! Please register ahead of time, but walk ins are welcome.

Teens and tweens are invited to play Nintendo Switch games and more at the library! Games will rotate and are first-come, first-served.

An unstructured, supportive environment for anyone identifying as LGBTQ+ to come together for mutual support and to build community.

Join us at the Nantucket Atheneum for an inspiring film series celebrating the spirit of endurance, adventure, and movement. Experience the worlds of running, swimming, and cycling through award-winning documentaries and powerful stories of athletes pushing beyond their limits.

Make a fun Valentine's Day gnome for a loved one with this week's Grab & Go Bag.

Join the Club for Russian-speaking kids and parents for a morning of fun and connection with reading, games, movies, singing, and creative activities. This club is perfect for children of all ages (0+), so bring the whole family along!

Join us for an evening of music with Mitch Blake followed by a reprise of "The Ballad of Sheila and Roy" an Arcadian Pas de Deux, a very short musical play starring Island actors Pam Murphy and Pete Sendelbach.

Join us for a 45 minute yoga practice for everyone! This practice will leave you feeling relaxed and recharged.

Each weekly meditation class includes a short talk, a guided meditation, and time for reflection or questions. Registration is encouraged and no experience is needed.

Join an informal conversation about zoning changes being proposed by Citizen Petitions and the Planning Board, moderated by Campbell Sutton. Topics vary weekly and is free and open to the public.

Open Arts Night features an open mic and stage for anyone who wants to perform. Attendees are welcome to bring their own arts and craft projects to work on while enjoying the show.

Learn essential phrases and vocabulary for everyday conversation in a friendly classroom setting. This beginner English class is offered every Tuesday evening and is free with no pre-registration required.

Looking for your next great read? Join our Reader’s Advisory Group from 11:00–12:00 PM and meet with Annye Camara, who will help you discover books tailored to your interests.

Join with other writers to share written work in this online writing group. Read work on which you wish to have reader feedback, including memoirs, poetry, travel, essay, and fiction.

Join us for some creative construction with LEGO bricks! The program is free, but space is limited.

Join us for an evening of trivia at the library, just for teens! Bring a friend or come alone and test your knowledge! Snacks will be provided.

Join us for our Weekly Table Top Game Night at the Nantucket Atheneum with a variety of board games and card games. Experienced players and newbies are all welcome, with games open to adults and teens (13+).

Join our YA librarian to explore dungeons, battle monsters, and let your inner warrior out in our beginner-friendly Dungeons & Dragons club. All skill levels welcome, and you can register by emailing shurd@nantucketatheneum.org.

Calling all knitters! Gather your projects and supplies and come knit with us at the Atheneum Knitters Group, a fun, relaxed place to share your projects or learn new techniques.

Join us for some short stories, fingerplays, and songs designed to foster pre-literacy skills for children up to 3 years old. Space is limited and tickets will be available at the Weezie Desk when the library opens.

Join us for a special 30 minute story time feature new and classic stories, fingerplays, and songs for children ages 3 years and older.

Join us Thursday Evenings in the Great Hall for thoughtful and engaging conversation led by reference librarian staff member, James Grieder. This event is open to all ages!

ELL Beginner's English class for those seeking to learn basic conversation used in daily activities. The Literacy Volunteers of the Atheneum (LVA) offer a drop-in beginner class every Thursday evening at the library.

Improve your English language skills in this intermediate English conversation class. This drop-in class is free and conducted in English.

Teens and tweens are invited to play a selection of Nintendo Switch games like Just Dance and Mario Party at the library! Games will rotate and are first-come, first-served.

Make a llama puppet with this week's Grab & Go Bag activity! While supplies last.

Join the Club for Russian-speaking kids and parents for fun and educational activities in Russian! Activities include reading, games, movies, songs, and creative projects for the whole family.

Join certified yoga instructor Jill Baez for some fun yoga with your little one. Start the day playfully connecting to our bodies and our little ones through movement, stretching, and breathing.

Practice conversational English in a friendly group setting, focusing on everyday life, American culture, current events, and more. Sessions are free, open to adult English language learners, and led by a literacy volunteer; registration is required.

Join us for a yoga practice for everyone! This 45 minute practice will leave one feeling relaxed and recharged in order to move into the remainder of our day with a brighter view and the ability to be fully present.

Join a conversation with Tom Crouch about the history of the Smithsonian. Register to submit questions for the author.

Join an informal conversation about zoning changes being proposed by Citizen Petitions and the Planning Board, moderated by Campbell Sutton. Topics vary weekly and the event is free and open to the public.

Each weekly meditation class includes a short talk, a guided meditation, and time for reflection or questions, designed to support a clearer understanding of the methods and help build a consistent meditation practice. Registration is encouraged and no experience is needed.

Expand your creativity at Open Arts Night! Bring your art projects, enjoy the stage show, and express yourself in the acoustically stellar Great Hall.

Learn essential phrases and vocabulary for everyday conversation and practice speaking in a friendly classroom setting. This drop-in beginner class is offered every Tuesday evening and is free, conducted in English, and pre-registration is not required.

Join our Reader’s Advisory Group to discover books tailored to your interests. Chat, share what you love, and leave with great recommendations.

Join other writers to share your written work and receive feedback during this online Zoom meeting. Due to limited space, this program is waitlist only; contact saguiar@nantucketatheneum.org for more information.

Join us for some creative construction! The library will supply the LEGO bricks and you can have some fun.

Join us for our Weekly Table Top Game Night at the Nantucket Atheneum. Experienced players and newbies are all welcome!

Calling all knitters! Gather your projects and supplies and come knit with us in a fun, relaxed place to share your projects with like-minded people or learn new techniques.

Come to the Nantucket Atheneum's Language Exchange Program lead by Shannon Ross and work on your Spanish/English in a relaxed and fun environment! Free Admission, Open to the Public.

Join us for some short stories, fingerplays, and songs designed to foster pre-literacy skills. Space is limited and tickets will be available at the Weezie Desk when the library opens.

Join us for a special 30 minute story time feature new and classic stories, fingerplays, and songs. For children ages 3 years and older.

Intermediate English conversation class for adults seeking to improve their English language skills. This is a drop-in class offered every Thursday evening at the library.

ELL Beginner's English class for those seeking to learn basic conversation used in daily activities. The class is free, conducted in English and pre-registration is not required.

Join us Thursday Evenings in the Great Hall for thoughtful and engaging conversation led by reference librarian staff member, James Grieder. This event is open to all ages!

Make a felt photo frame to place a special picture in! While supplies last.

Join the Club for Russian-speaking kids and parents on Saturdays at the Nantucket Atheneum Library! Enjoy reading, games, movies, songs, and creative activities for the whole family.

Join certified yoga instructor Jill Baez for some fun yoga with your little one. Start the day playfully connecting to our bodies and our little ones with movement, stretching, and breathing.

Practice conversational English in a friendly group setting. Conversation will center around everyday life, American culture, current events around the U.S. and the world, and other topics that may inspire us.

Each weekly class includes a short talk, a guided meditation, and time for reflection or questions designed to support a clearer understanding of the methods and help build a consistent meditation practice. Registration encouraged, and no experience is needed.

Join for an informal conversation about zoning changes being proposed by Citizen Petitions and the Planning Board, moderated by Campbell Sutton. Topics vary weekly.

Open Arts Night expands on the Open Mic Night concept, inviting attendees to work on arts and crafts projects while enjoying the stage show. Bring your own art projects or simply enjoy the music and space in the acoustically stellar Great Hall.

Learn essential phrases and vocabulary for everyday conversation in a friendly classroom setting. The Literacy Volunteers of the Atheneum (LVA) offer a drop-in beginner class every Tuesday evening at the library.

Join our Reader’s Advisory Group and meet with Annye Camara, who will help you discover books tailored to your interests. Come chat, share what you love, and leave with great recommendations.

Join bestselling author and humorist Michael Perry in conversation as he discusses his collection of genre-spanning works about rural town communities. Register and ask questions of the author.

Join other writers to share your written work and receive feedback. This writing group meets online via Zoom.

Join us for our Weekly Table Top Game Night at the Nantucket Atheneum. Experienced players and newbies are all welcome!

ELL Beginner's English class for those seeking to learn basic conversation used in daily activities. The Literacy Volunteers of the Atheneum (LVA) offer a drop-in beginner class every Thursday evening at the library.

Improve your English language skills with this intermediate English conversation class. This drop-in class is free and pre-registration is not required.

Join the Club for Russian-speaking kids and parents at the Nantucket Atheneum Library on Saturdays at 11:00 AM for a morning full of fun and connection, including reading, games, movies, songs, and creative activities for the whole family. This club is perfect for children of all ages (0+).

Practice conversational English in a friendly group setting. To register contact Cheryl at ccreighton@nantucketatheneum.org, or 508-332-0605.

Each weekly class includes a short talk, a guided meditation, and time for reflection or questions to support a clearer understanding of the methods and help build a consistent meditation practice. Registration is encouraged and open to all, no experience needed.

Join for an informal conversation about zoning changes being proposed by Citizen Petitions and the Planning Board, moderated by Campbell Sutton. Topics vary weekly.