Palmer Public Library
Upcoming Events
Shadow Dark RPG Campaign
If you love D&D and want something that feels faster, darker, and more intense, a Shadowdark campaign might be your next favorite adventure. Shadowdark keeps the fantasy you already love—heroes, magic, monsters—but turns up the tension. Torches burn out in real time, every decision matters, and the dungeon feels truly dangerous.…Learn More
Tots and Tykes Playtime
Join us in the Imagination Station for our Tots and Tykes playgroup - a program for caregivers and their littles to meet and play with one another in in the Library. The program is open to caregivers and their littles to participate in pre-set activities in our Imagination Station.…Learn More
Mah Jongg Club
This club will play the American version of Mah Jongg and follow the National Mah Jongg League (NMJL) rules. Have you ever wanted to learn Mah Jongg? Haven't played in years and would like to? Drop in and join us for this weekly club! Beginners will get help from Joyce, a local Mah Jongg enthusiast and teacher.…Learn More
Teen Scene
Looking for a fun way to unwind after school? High school students are invited to Teen Scene every Tuesday from 2–5pm at the public library! Hop on the bus from PHS and head over for an afternoon filled with snacks, music, movies, games, and more.…Learn More
Music For Munchkins
For babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their grown-ups - drop in for and easy-going 30 minutes of favorite children's songs!
Crafternoons for Adults - Paper Quilled Flowers
Join us in our Community Room for these fun, adults-only, in-person craft projects!The April craft project will be creating paper quilled flowers!Space is limited and registration is required. Ages 18+.
Seed Bomb Making
Join us for a fun, hands-on library program where we’ll create seed bombs, small bundles of soil, clay, and wildflower seeds that can be tossed into gardens or neglected spaces to help bring new life and and color to the environment. This easy, eco-friendly activity requires no gardening experience.…Learn More
Take and Make Fossil Dig Kit
If you've ever wanted to do some real* archaeology, this is the program for you! Registered participants will receive a take and make kit that contains a fossil kit that they can excavate at home. Each kit is unique and will have different real fossils inside for kiddos to discover.…Learn More
Community Wellness
Looking for help with:Housing?Problematic Substance Abuse?Mental Health?Food Insecurity?Domestic Violence?Health Insurance?Anything else?Join The Palmer Public Library, The Palmer Police D. A. R. T. team, and a group of public health professionals and see how we can help.…Learn More
1976 Quilt On Display - Knox Trail 250 Event
Students from Massachusetts towns along the Henry Knox Trail submitted embroidered squares to become part of this commemorative quilt project. This venture was organized by Palmer’s Bicentennial Committee. *Quilt will remain on display until library closing at 2PM.…Learn More
Dennis Picard Knox Trail Presentation - Knox Trail 250 Event
“I have had made forty two exceedingly strong sleds: Henry Knox’s Trail of Artillery” In the winter of 1775/1776, Henry Knox, a bookseller from Boston, was dispatched by George Washington (the new commander of the armies around Boston) to organize and complete a daring mission.…Learn More
Teen Scene
Looking for a fun way to unwind after school? High school students are invited to Teen Scene every Tuesday from 2–5pm at the public library! Hop on the bus from PHS and head over for an afternoon filled with snacks, music, movies, games, and more.…Learn More
Book Bedazzling Workshop
Join us Tuesday, April 21st from 4:30 - 6:00pm to bling out your favorite book cover in rhinestones. Bring your own book or decorate and keep one from the library! For adults and teens ages 14+. Registration required.
Youth Advisory Board
Become a part of your library community by joining the Youth Advisory Board. We will meet regularly on the first and third Tuesdays of each month from 4:30 - 5:30pm to help improve the library experience, plan programs and events, recommend library items, and more.…Learn More
Music For Munchkins
For babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their grown-ups - drop in for and easy-going 30 minutes of favorite children's songs!
Cupcake Wars: Spring has Sprung
Get ready for a deliciously fun time at Cupcake Wars: Spring has Sprung edition! Join us on April 23rd from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM for an exciting cupcake decorating competition. Participants will unleash their creativity and skills to design the most imaginative spring-inspired cupcakes.…Learn More
After-Hours Library Rave Karaoke Night
KARAOKE NIGHT! What else can I even say?!Join us on April 24th from 5:00 - 7:00pm for karaoke night at the library. You can sing, or lip sync, to any song of your choosing (clean versions only). Duos, groups, or solo acts welcome! Pizza dinner and drinks will be available.…Learn More
Chinese Cooking Class Lo Mein & Mei Fun
Back by popular demand! Join us for a free Chinese Cooking Class with home chef Karen Jou. Learn how to make chicken lo mein and vegatable mei fun. Sign up required!
Tots and Tykes Playtime
Join us in the Imagination Station for our Tots and Tykes playgroup - a program for caregivers and their littles to meet and play with one another in in the Library. The program is open to caregivers and their littles to participate in pre-set activities in our Imagination Station.…Learn More
Mah Jongg Club
This club will play the American version of Mah Jongg and follow the National Mah Jongg League (NMJL) rules. Have you ever wanted to learn Mah Jongg? Haven't played in years and would like to? Drop in and join us for this weekly club! Beginners will get help from Joyce, a local Mah Jongg enthusiast and teacher.…Learn More
Teen Scene
Looking for a fun way to unwind after school? High school students are invited to Teen Scene every Tuesday from 2–5pm at the public library! Hop on the bus from PHS and head over for an afternoon filled with snacks, music, movies, games, and more.…Learn More
Art Club
Meeting the fourth Tuesday of each month join us for Art Club at the library from 4:30 - 6:00pm. You can bring your own project or try something new at one of the art stations we will have set up. Materials are first come first serve and while supplies lasts.…Learn More
Music For Munchkins
For babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their grown-ups - drop in for and easy-going 30 minutes of favorite children's songs!
Youth Advisory Board: Animal Trivia Fundraiser
Get ready for a wild night of trivia fun! Join us for a Animal Trivia Fundraiser benefiting the Palmer Youth Advisory Board. Test your knowledge of creatures that crawl, slither, swim and fly to prove you know your animal kingdom stuff! Kids ages 10 and under play for free, and participants 11 and up are just $5 per person.…Learn More
Community Wellness
Looking for help with:Housing?Problematic Substance Abuse?Mental Health?Food Insecurity?Domestic Violence?Health Insurance?Anything else?Join The Palmer Public Library, The Palmer Police D. A. R. T. team, and a group of public health professionals and see how we can help.…Learn More
Financial Literacy for Kids
We invite you to join us for a fun and interactive financial literacy program designed for ages 8–12. Through engaging activities and real-life scenarios, kids will explore the basics of money, including saving, spending, and making smart choices. This hands-on session encourages participation, discussion, and confidence in understanding everyday money decisions.…Learn More
Mah Jongg Club
This club will play the American version of Mah Jongg and follow the National Mah Jongg League (NMJL) rules. Have you ever wanted to learn Mah Jongg? Haven't played in years and would like to? Drop in and join us for this weekly club! Beginners will get help from Joyce, a local Mah Jongg enthusiast and teacher.…Learn More
The Great Puzzle Race - Special After-Hours Event!
Do you love jigsaw puzzles? Register your team of 4 people (ages 15 and up) to participate in this puzzle race!Are you interested in participating but don't have a team of 4? Give Helene or Amy a call at the library (413) 283-3330, ext. 109 and we'll group you with other individual puzzlers.…Learn More
Baystate Blood Drive at the Palmer Public Library
Give blood, save a life!Baystate Health will be here for a blood drive, so please consider donating! No walk-ins - by appointment only please. Donors can reserve their appointment start time by visiting: https://www. signupgenius. com/go/10C0E4CA9A92BA1FECF8-62883165-baystate#/Thank…Learn More
Teen Scene
Looking for a fun way to unwind after school? High school students are invited to Teen Scene every Tuesday from 2–5pm at the public library! Hop on the bus from PHS and head over for an afternoon filled with snacks, music, movies, games, and more.…Learn More
Youth Advisory Board
Become a part of your library community by joining the Youth Advisory Board. We will meet regularly on the first and third Tuesdays of each month from 4:30 - 5:30pm to help improve the library experience, plan programs and events, recommend library items, and more.…Learn More
Put Your Retirement Plan to Work
Retirement can mean different things to different people. Maybe you want to travel, volunteer, start your own business or go back to school. Whatever you decide, you need to be financially prepared. Join Edward Jones Financial Advisor Lucille Germain to discuss the importance of saving for retirement, how to save through your employer sponsored plan, and other tax advantage options for building your retirement!This program is free and registration is not required.
Music For Munchkins
For babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their grown-ups - drop in for and easy-going 30 minutes of favorite children's songs!
Wicked Wednesday Book Club
The Wicked Wednesday Book Club (WWBC) is a monthly book club where we discuss a different mystery title each month. You can pick up the book or audiobook each month at our main library desk. The book for May is:And Never Let Her Go by Ann RulePlease visit our WWBC website page (www.…Learn More
Mah Jongg Club
This club will play the American version of Mah Jongg and follow the National Mah Jongg League (NMJL) rules. Have you ever wanted to learn Mah Jongg? Haven't played in years and would like to? Drop in and join us for this weekly club! Beginners will get help from Joyce, a local Mah Jongg enthusiast and teacher.…Learn More
Teen Scene
Looking for a fun way to unwind after school? High school students are invited to Teen Scene every Tuesday from 2–5pm at the public library! Hop on the bus from PHS and head over for an afternoon filled with snacks, music, movies, games, and more.…Learn More
Women of '76
Experience the untold stories of courage and conviction from five remarkable women who witnessed and shaped the American Revolution. Presented by Rita Parisi of Waterfall Productions. Step back in time and discover the untold stories of five courageous women – both patriot and loyalist, both American and foreign-born – who witnessed, chronicled, and in some cases changed the course of the American Revolution.…Learn More
Music For Munchkins
For babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their grown-ups - drop in for and easy-going 30 minutes of favorite children's songs!
Mah Jongg Club
This club will play the American version of Mah Jongg and follow the National Mah Jongg League (NMJL) rules. Have you ever wanted to learn Mah Jongg? Haven't played in years and would like to? Drop in and join us for this weekly club! Beginners will get help from Joyce, a local Mah Jongg enthusiast and teacher.…Learn More
Teen Scene
Looking for a fun way to unwind after school? High school students are invited to Teen Scene every Tuesday from 2–5pm at the public library! Hop on the bus from PHS and head over for an afternoon filled with snacks, music, movies, games, and more.…Learn More
Youth Advisory Board
Become a part of your library community by joining the Youth Advisory Board. We will meet regularly on the first and third Tuesdays of each month from 4:30 - 5:30pm to help improve the library experience, plan programs and events, recommend library items, and more.…Learn More
Music For Munchkins
For babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their grown-ups - drop in for and easy-going 30 minutes of favorite children's songs!
Teen Scene
Looking for a fun way to unwind after school? High school students are invited to Teen Scene every Tuesday from 2–5pm at the public library! Hop on the bus from PHS and head over for an afternoon filled with snacks, music, movies, games, and more.…Learn More
Art Club
Meeting the fourth Tuesday of each month join us for Art Club at the library from 4:30 - 6:00pm. You can bring your own project or try something new at one of the art stations we will have set up. Materials are first come first serve and while supplies lasts.…Learn More
Music For Munchkins
For babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their grown-ups - drop in for and easy-going 30 minutes of favorite children's songs!
Mah Jongg Club
This club will play the American version of Mah Jongg and follow the National Mah Jongg League (NMJL) rules. Have you ever wanted to learn Mah Jongg? Haven't played in years and would like to? Drop in and join us for this weekly club! Beginners will get help from Joyce, a local Mah Jongg enthusiast and teacher.…Learn More
Teen Scene
Looking for a fun way to unwind after school? High school students are invited to Teen Scene every Tuesday from 2–5pm at the public library! Hop on the bus from PHS and head over for an afternoon filled with snacks, music, movies, games, and more.…Learn More
Youth Advisory Board
Become a part of your library community by joining the Youth Advisory Board. We will meet regularly on the first and third Tuesdays of each month from 4:30 - 5:30pm to help improve the library experience, plan programs and events, recommend library items, and more.…Learn More
Music For Munchkins
For babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their grown-ups - drop in for and easy-going 30 minutes of favorite children's songs!
Wicked Wednesday Book Club
The Wicked Wednesday Book Club (WWBC) is a monthly book club where we discuss a different mystery title each month. You can pick up the book or audiobook each month at our main library desk. The book for June is:Famous Last Words by Gillian McAllisterThis is our last book club meeting until September.…Learn More
Mah Jongg Club
This club will play the American version of Mah Jongg and follow the National Mah Jongg League (NMJL) rules. Have you ever wanted to learn Mah Jongg? Haven't played in years and would like to? Drop in and join us for this weekly club! Beginners will get help from Joyce, a local Mah Jongg enthusiast and teacher.…Learn More
Teen Scene
Looking for a fun way to unwind after school? High school students are invited to Teen Scene every Tuesday from 2–5pm at the public library! Hop on the bus from PHS and head over for an afternoon filled with snacks, music, movies, games, and more.…Learn More
Foundations of Investing
Building your investor IQ starts with understanding the basics, whether you are new to investing or just want a refresher. Join Edward Jones Financial Advisor Lucille Germain as you learn about the importance of developing a workable strategy, the impact of asset allocation, and ideas for focusing on what you can control with your finances to achieve financial goals.…Learn More
Music For Munchkins
For babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their grown-ups - drop in for and easy-going 30 minutes of favorite children's songs!
Mah Jongg Club
This club will play the American version of Mah Jongg and follow the National Mah Jongg League (NMJL) rules. Have you ever wanted to learn Mah Jongg? Haven't played in years and would like to? Drop in and join us for this weekly club! Beginners will get help from Joyce, a local Mah Jongg enthusiast and teacher.…Learn More
Youth Advisory Board
Become a part of your library community by joining the Youth Advisory Board. We will meet regularly on the first and third Tuesdays of each month from 4:30 - 5:30pm to help improve the library experience, plan programs and events, recommend library items, and more.…Learn More
Music For Munchkins
For babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their grown-ups - drop in for and easy-going 30 minutes of favorite children's songs!
Mah Jongg Club
This club will play the American version of Mah Jongg and follow the National Mah Jongg League (NMJL) rules. Have you ever wanted to learn Mah Jongg? Haven't played in years and would like to? Drop in and join us for this weekly club! Beginners will get help from Joyce, a local Mah Jongg enthusiast and teacher.…Learn More
Art Club
Meeting the fourth Tuesday of each month join us for Art Club at the library from 4:30 - 6:00pm. You can bring your own project or try something new at one of the art stations we will have set up. Materials are first come first serve and while supplies lasts.…Learn More
Music For Munchkins
For babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their grown-ups - drop in for and easy-going 30 minutes of favorite children's songs!
Mah Jongg Club
This club will play the American version of Mah Jongg and follow the National Mah Jongg League (NMJL) rules. Have you ever wanted to learn Mah Jongg? Haven't played in years and would like to? Drop in and join us for this weekly club! Beginners will get help from Joyce, a local Mah Jongg enthusiast and teacher.…Learn More
