Young Adult Programming

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July and August 2025 Calendar

Registration for July programs is now open. Registration for August programs opens on July 14.
Full program descriptions below. For those events that require registration, please see our online calendar.

Tuesday, July 1st
Summer Reading Kick-off Celebration with Cape Cod Mermaids @ Eldredge Public Library @ 1:30 pm
Calling all artists, art appreciators, and colorful characters! The Eldredge Public Library invites YOU to Color Our World with art, stories, and creativity during our exciting 2025 Summer Reading Adventure! Families, children, and teens are welcome to join us as we explore the vibrant world of imagination, creativity, and discovery through books, activities, and engaging programs all summer long. We’ll be celebrating creativity and exploring the many ways we can make the world more colorful together. This summer, in partnership with the Creative Arts Center, we’ll dive into artistic expression and the countless ways color shapes our lives: from radiant rainbows arching across the sky and vibrant flowers blooming in gardens, to brilliantly colored fish beneath the sea and delicious foods brightening our plates. This year’s theme is all about self-expression, community, and the colorful connections we build through art, storytelling, and shared experiences. Whether you’re diving into a book, painting a masterpiece, exploring nature’s palette, or learning a new skill, we want you to add your unique hue to the world around you.

Summer reading kick-off day is finally here! Children of all ages and their caregivers are invited to join us for an astounding start to our summer reading program. The Cape Cod Mermaids will be swimming to shore to kick-off our summer of fun with this enchanting live performance which blends dazzling aerial acrobatics, whimsical storytelling, and magical mermaid charm to create an unforgettable experience for all ages. Watch as graceful mermaids soar through the air, spin, and twirl in a breathtaking display of strength and beauty. Perfect for families, ocean lovers, and anyone ready for a little library magic under the sea. Registration for the kick-off celebration is not required.

Registration for the Color Your World summer reading adventure will open immediately following this performance. During registration, Liam Goley, a hometown favorite, will be on hand to share his astonishing juggling skills before he heads out on tour with Circus Smirkus! Face-painting, glitter tattoos, pictures with the mermaids, and chalk art will also be part of this summer reading celebration.

If you can’t attend the Kick-off Celebration, you can still register any time in Youth Services to participate in the summer reading program between July 1st and August 16^th. Find more information on our website at www.eldredgelibrary.org.

Wednesday, July 2nd
Baby Bookworms @ Eldredge Public Library @ 11:00 am
Caregivers and their pre-walking babies will enjoy time together to learn and play with new friends, and develop language, motor skills, and a love of reading! Come prepared to sit on the floor for one-on-one fun with your pre-walking baby in your lap as we explore stories, songs, rhymes, and other early literacy activities! Registration is not required.

Thursday, July 3rd
Teen/Tween Night: Color Chaos Messy Masterpieces @ Eldredge Public Library @ 5:00 pm
Teens and tweens in Grades 5-12 are invited for their own Summer Reading Kick-off extravaganza! Get ready to throw paint, make memories, and create your own messy masterpiece! Join us for Color Chaos, an epic splash art experience brought to you by Create A Splash. Step into the “color chaos tent”, an inflatable paint room decked out with black lights, music, and even air conditioning and get ready for art-making mayhem! Every participant gets a poncho, shoe covers, paint, and canvas to create one-of-a-kind abstract masterpieces using unconventional techniques. Think Jackson Pollock meets summer camp fun! Registration is required at www.eldredgelibrary.org. Space is limited to 20 participants, so register early and get ready to make a beautiful mess!

Saturday, July 5th
Big Stories for Little Artists @ Eldredge Public Library @ 11:00 am
Celebrate stories and creativity with us every Saturday in July! In this special program for ages 3–5 and their caregivers, we'll read a vibrant picture book together and then explore an art project inspired by the story. This is a great opportunity for little ones to build early literacy skills, express themselves through art, and have fun with friends. Registration is not required.

Dungeons & Dragons @ Eldredge Public Library @ 3:00 pm
Whether you’re an experienced elf, a wizened wizard, or a hapless human new to the world of D&D, this four-week campaign for students in Grades 5-12 is sure to bring epic adventures and fun! Create your character and navigate further along on your quest each week. Registration is required at www.eldredgelibrary.org and attendance at all four sessions is necessary for participation.

Tuesday, July 8th
Circus Minimus @ Eldredge Public Library @ 1:30 pm
Get ready for a whimsical celebration of imagination and creativity! Join circus artist Kevin O’Keefe for this one-Man Circus in-a-Suitcase, a lively and interactive performance where an entire circus springs to life from a single suitcase. With colorful characters like the boisterous ringmaster Steve Fitzpatrick, the incredible Bumbilini Family, and the lovable Keefer, this show invites children in Grades K–4 and their caregivers to laugh, cheer, and even become part of the action! Full of surprises and audience participation, this playful performance turns kids into stars and encourages collaboration, curiosity, and fun. Registration is not required.

Wednesday, July 9th
Baby Bookworms @ Eldredge Public Library @ 11:00 am
Caregivers and their pre-walking babies will enjoy time together to learn and play with new friends, and develop language, motor skills, and a love of reading! Come prepared to sit on the floor for one-on-one fun with your pre-walking baby in your lap as we explore stories, songs, rhymes, and other early literacy activities! Registration is not required.

Thursday, July 10th
Teen/Tween Night: Pop Up Art @ Eldredge Public Library @ 5:00 pm
Get ready to get creative! Pop Up Art School is coming to the library for a special Teen Night filled with hands-on art fun. What will we make? That’s part of the adventure! Whether it’s felting, painting, paper art, or something entirely unexpected, you’ll leave with a unique creation and some new artistic skills. All materials are provided, just bring your imagination and be ready to try something new. No experience necessary just come relax, experiment, and make art in good company! Registration is required at www.eldredgelibrary.org.

Friday, July 11th
Amazing Animal Ambassadors @ Eldredge Public Library @ 10:30 am
Families with children of all ages will enjoy the Amazing Animal Ambassadors’ live animal show! Meet their unique variety of animals such as parrots, exotic mammals, large reptiles, and even insects from around the globe that will surely inspire our imagination! You’ll have the opportunity to get up close and personal with these amazing animals. Registration is not required, but seating is limited. Please arrive early to be sure to get a seat.

Saturday, July 12th
Big Stories for Little Artists @ Eldredge Public Library @ 11:00 am
Celebrate stories and creativity with us every Saturday in July! In this special program for ages 3–5 and their caregivers, we'll read a vibrant picture book together and then explore an art project inspired by the story. This is a great opportunity for little ones to build early literacy skills, express themselves through art, and have fun with friends.

Tuesday, July 15th
Mr. Vinny’s Shadow Puppets @ Eldredge Public Library @ 1:30 pm
Students in Grades K-4 and their caregivers are invited to join Mr. Vinny for an interactive and very silly shadow puppet show! Play "What's that Shadow" and help tell stories like “The 12 Lil' Pigs and the Big Bad Pineapple” when the rowdiest Shadow Puppet show of them all comes to the Library! Registration is not required.

Wednesday, July 16th
Baby Bookworms @ Eldredge Public Library @ 11:00 am
Caregivers and their pre-walking babies will enjoy time together to learn and play with new friends, and develop language, motor skills, and a love of reading! Come prepared to sit on the floor for one-on-one fun with your pre-walking baby in your lap as we explore stories, songs, rhymes, and other early literacy activities! Registration is not required.

Amy Middleton’s Color Mixing Fun @ Eldredge Public Library @ 1:30 pm
Get ready to mix, swirl, and splatter your way through a colorful adventure! In this hands-on program led by educator and artist Amy Middleton, children in Grades PreK–2 and their caregivers will explore the magical world of color mixing. Using paints and playful techniques, kids will experiment with blending primary colors to discover how new colors are created: watching red and blue become purple, yellow and red become orange, and so much more! Whether it’s with brushes, fingers, or unexpected tools, kids will love the freedom to explore and express themselves through color. Registration is required at www.eldredgelibrary.org.

Thursday, July 17th
Puppets, Paul, & Mary @ Eldredge Public Library @ 11:00 am
Beloved duo Paul Kehoe and Mary Wilson are back with all their puppet friends in a brand new show filled with songs and silliness. In Puppets Pay It Forward kids and grownups alike will learn the importance of sharing, kindness, friendship and love in an hour long musical adventure in the Outdoor Theater. This annual favorite is wildly popular, interactive, inventive, extremely funny, and great for ages 18 months-100 years old! Registration is not required. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Chatham Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

Teen/Tween Night: Battle Bots @ Eldredge Public Library @ 5:00 pm
Time to bring your coding skills to the arena! In this high-energy program from MobileQuest, students in Grades 5–12 will transform robots into fierce battle bots using balloons, skewers, plastic straws, and more. Then it’s combat time as each participant controls their custom creation in a series of exciting balloon-popping battles, until only one bot remains! Registration is required at www.eldredgelibrary.org.

Friday, July 18th
Robert the Guitar Guy @ Eldredge Public Library @ 10:30 am
Robert the Guitar Guy’s musical shows are a wildly creative unique mix of bedtime lullabies and rock n’ roll beats for families with children of all ages! You never know what musical adventures are in store – including marching ants, rocking spiders, and even sweet, soothing lullabies! Registration is not required.

Saturday, July 19th
Big Stories for Little Artists @ Eldredge Public Library @ 11:00 am
Celebrate stories and creativity with us every Saturday in July! In this special program for ages 3–5 and their caregivers, we'll read a vibrant picture book together and then explore an art project inspired by the story. This is a great opportunity for little ones to build early literacy skills, express themselves through art, and have fun with friends. Registration is not required.

Tuesday, July 22nd
Dino Man @ Eldredge Public Library @ 1:30 pm
Dinosaur tracks lead right to our library! Have no fear, Dinoman is here! With magic, merry mayhem, and magnificent props, you will be taken on a trip throughout the Mesozoic era. How do we know dinosaurs were here? What is a fossil? How are they made? Students in Grades K-4 and their caregivers will learn about the age of the earth, how it is divided into eras, how fossils are formed, dinosaur behavior, and the newest finds. And did we mention that there will be life-size inflatable dinosaurs?! Registration is not required, but seats are limited.

Wednesday, July 23rd
Music at the Blissful with Evan Haller @ Eldredge Public Library @ 10:30 am
Evan Haller is a favorite at Eldredge Public Library and we’re so happy he’s bringing his amazing music program, Music at the Blissful, to Chatham again! Evan’s program not only entertains young minds but helps children grow mentally, physically, emotionally, and cognitively while building a sense of community and kindness both within families and between families. We’re so excited for families with children in Pre-School through Grade 2 to join us for Evan’s fun program filled with singing, playing, and dancing! Registration is not required. This program is supported by a grant from the Chatham Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

Thursday, July 24th
Teen/Tween Night: Laser Tag @ Eldredge Public Library @ 5:00 pm
Get ready for an unforgettable Teen/Tween Night! Students in Grades 5–12 are invited to the library for a Laser Tag event like no other. We’re transforming the program rooms downstairs into a high-energy laser tag arena where strategy, teamwork, and fast-paced fun collide. Bring your friends, test your skills, and light up the library! Registration is required at www.eldredgelibrary.com.

Friday, July 25th
Wee Read Storytime @ Eldredge Public Library @ 10:30 am
For Walkers-5 Years with Caregivers
Parents/caregivers and their children (walkers – 3 years old) are invited to enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and playtime together! Registration is not required.

Saturday, July 26th
Big Stories for Little Artists @ Eldredge Public Library @ 11:00 am
Celebrate stories and creativity with us every Saturday in July! In this special program for ages 3–5 and their caregivers, we'll read a vibrant picture book together and then explore an art project inspired by the story. This is a great opportunity for little ones to build early literacy skills, express themselves through art, and have fun with friends. Registration is not required.

Tuesday, July 29th
Toe Jam Puppet Band @ Eldredge Public Library @ 1:30 pm
Toe Jam Puppet Band is the fun family band for kids and their parents too! Toe Jam Puppet Band’s unique musical performances are very interactive and theatrical. Audience members of all ages are encouraged to sing and dance along with Toe Jam as they entertain with a unique combination of original songs and interactive storytelling. Get ready for a Car Wash, watch out for the Flying Laundry and be prepared to laugh with glee, Toe Jam style! Come have a great time laughing together with your family and friends! Registration is not required.

Wednesday, July 30th
Baby Bookworms @ Eldredge Public Library @ 11:00 am
Caregivers and their pre-walking babies will enjoy time together to learn and play with new friends, and develop language, motor skills, and a love of reading! Come prepared to sit on the floor for one-on-one fun with your pre-walking baby in your lap as we explore stories, songs, rhymes, and other early literacy activities! Registration is not required.

Thursday, July 31st
Teen/Tween Night: Matt Gabriel’s Animal World Experience @ Eldredge Public Library @ 5:00 pm
Matt Gabriel is back again with amazing opportunities for up-close animal encounters for students in Grades 5-12. Animal lover and wildlife educator Matt Gabriel is bringing his exciting animal show to the library! Meet and learn about animals from all over the world. Registration is required at www.eldredgelibrary.org.

Friday, August 1st
Wee Read Storytime @ Eldredge Public Library @ 10:30 am
For Walkers-5 Years with Caregivers
Parents/caregivers and their children (walkers – 3 years old) are invited to enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and playtime together! Registration is not required.

Saturday, August 2nd
Big Stories for Little Artists @ Eldredge Public Library @ 11:00 am
Celebrate stories and creativity with us every Saturday in July! In this special program for ages 3–5 and their caregivers, we'll read a vibrant picture book together and then explore an art project inspired by the story. This is a great opportunity for little ones to build early literacy skills, express themselves through art, and have fun with friends. Registration is not required.

Tuesday, August 5th
Bubble Magic with Illusionist Meadow Perry @ Eldredge Public Library @ 1:30 pm
Children in Grades K-4 and their caregivers will see bubbles beyond belief at this jaw-dropping program! Meadow Perry is a magician, bubble artist and actress who creates breathtakingly beautiful magic out of thin air. Discover true wonder as this sorceress of soap bubbles takes the rules of bubbles outside the box and takes you on an elegant journey exploring the soapy secrets that bubbles hold. Her internationally acclaimed show, “Bubble Magic” combines skillful bubble artistry, magic, music and theatre to create a unique experience for her audience. Meadow Perry has appeared on The CW's Masters of Illusion as well as at The World Famous Hollywood Magic Castle in the prestigious Palace of Mystery. She has performed for top companies like Amazon and Paramount and has been a featured performer for The International Brotherhood of Magicians 100th Celebration, The Society of American Magicians International Assembly, Washington Magic, The Boston Magic Lab, Philadelphia’s Smoke and Mirrors Magic Theater, the Philadelphia Zoo, among others…and now she’ll be at our Library! Meadow has reached over 18 million on TikTok with over 325 thousand followers. Registration is not required, but seats are limited.

Wednesday, August 6th
Baby Bookworms @ Eldredge Public Library @ 11:00 am
Caregivers and their pre-walking babies will enjoy time together to learn and play with new friends, and develop language, motor skills, and a love of reading! Come prepared to sit on the floor for one-on-one fun with your pre-walking baby in your lap as we explore stories, songs, rhymes, and other early literacy activities! Registration is not required.

Thursday, August 7th
Teen/Tween Night: Cake or Fake? @ Eldredge Public Library @ 5:00 pm
Can you tell the difference between a real cake and a fake one? Join us for this deliciously creative program for students in Grades 5–12 where we’ll explore the sweet art of cake decorating—both edible and not! First, you’ll get hands-on with real cake, frosting, and toppings to design (and eat!) your own tasty treat. Then, channel your inner cake artist to craft a fake cake using plaster, paint, and other crafty materials that look good enough to eat... but definitely aren't! Registration is required at www.eldredgelibrary.org.

Friday, August 8th
Wee Read Storytime @ Eldredge Public Library @ 10:30 am
For Walkers-5 Years with Caregivers
Parents/caregivers and their children (walkers – 3 years old) are invited to enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and playtime together! Registration is not required.

Saturday, August 9th
Piti Story Wizards @ Eldredge Public Library @ 11:00 am
The Piti Theater brings us a new show through music, improv, and storytelling for children in Pre-School through Grade 4 with their caregivers. A Cranky Wizard has stolen the world's tales. Now the Story Wizard must set off to find them. Luckily he discovers a musical being named Laurella living in a giant mushroom who introduces him to . . . the audience! New stories are born from children's suggestions and onstage participation. Kids even get their own Calling Cards to prove they've become the Story Wizards. With Laurella's songs and children's ideas, the Story Wizard creates new stories in front of our eyes. Beginnings, Middles, Ends, Characters, Conflicts – they're all there and before you know it, the Story Wizard is out of a job. In this tale of audience participation to the Nth degree, children embrace their own storytelling abilities and become Story Wizards. Registration is not required. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Chatham Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

Tuesday, August 12th
Color Creation Celebration with Amy Middleton @ Eldredge Public Library @ 1:30 pm
Join beloved local artist Amy Middleton for a joyful end-of-summer reading art celebration! Children of all ages and their families will explore color through a series of collaborative and individual art projects that reflect the creativity we’ve shared all season. Registration is not required.

Wednesday, August 13th
Music at the Blissful with Evan Haller @ Eldredge Public Library @ 10:30 am
Evan Haller is a favorite at Eldredge Public Library, and we’re thrilled to welcome him back for a second visit this summer with his joyful and engaging program, Music at the Blissful! Evan’s music sessions do more than entertain—they support young children’s mental, physical, emotional, and cognitive growth, while also nurturing kindness and connection within and between families. Families with children in Pre-School through Grade 2 won’t want to miss this encore performance filled with singing, playing, and dancing. Come join the fun—again! Registration is not required.

Thursday, August 14th
Teen/Tween Night: Interactive Movie @ Eldredge Public Library @ 5:00 pm
This isn’t just movie night—it’s a movie adventure! Students in Grades 5–12 are invited to participate in an Interactive Movie event where the action leaps off the screen and into the room! As you watch the movie unfold, get ready for surprises, effects, and hands-on fun that make it feel like you’re part of the story. Whether it’s props, sounds, or unexpected twists, you’ll experience the movie in a whole new way! Registration is required at www.eldredgelibrary.org.

Friday, August 15th
Wee Read Storytime @ Eldredge Public Library @ 10:30 am
Parents/caregivers and their children (walkers – 3 years old) are invited to enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and playtime together! Registration is not required.

Saturday, August 16
Whale of a Time with NECWA: Arts, Crafts, and a Life-Size Inflatable Whale! @ Eldredge Public Library @ 11:00 am
Dive into ocean fun with this exciting educational program from the New England Coastal Wildlife Alliance! Kids in Pre-School through Grade 5 and their families will enjoy hands-on marine crafts, ocean-themed learning activities, and the chance to see a life-sized inflatable whale up close. This interactive event is the perfect splash of fun and science. Registration is required at www.eldredgelibrary.org.

Wednesday, August 20th
Shark Tooth Identification with Atlantic White Shark Conservancy @ Eldredge Public Library @ 10:30 am
Children in Grades K-4 will dig into this program to find and identify various fossils from sharks, whales, coral, and more! This program will provide children with information on prehistoric sharks, and develop their skills of using an identification chart to try and determine which fossils they have found and what species of shark their tooth came from. Children will be able to keep their own shark tooth! Registration is required at www.eldredgelibrary.org.

Junior Friends

Students in grades 5 to 12 are encouraged and welcome to volunteer in Youth Services. From preparing materials for upcoming events and planning YA programming to creating bulletin boards, displays, and holiday décor, the tween/teen volunteers, aka Jr. Friends, provide a wide-range of tasks to support Youth Services.

Anyone interested in joining this fun group of future friends should speak to Meghan or Leah.

Young Adult Programming

July and August 2025 Calendar

Registration for July programs is now open. Registration for August programs opens on July 14. Full program descriptions below. For those events that require registration, please see our online calendar.

Junior Friends

Registration for July programs is now open. Registration for August programs opens on July 14.
Full program descriptions below. For those events that require registration, please see our online calendar.