Drop in baby group 0-2 years of age. Free breakfast and parent social.

Digitizing years of genealogical research documents, notes and research logs may seem like a daunting task, but advances in technology make going digital easier than ever. Learn how using various electronic devices, as well as mobile apps, metadata and tagging, to digitize your existing files and work paperless in the future can help you become a more effective, efficient and organized genealogist. 

We have invited nationally-known genealogist and workshop leader Melissa Johnson to come to the Holyoke Public Library to conduct this live, interactive webinar. Limit 30. 

Please pre-register by calling (413) 420-8107. 

Melissa A. Johnson is a Certified Genealogist® specializing in genealogical research, lecturing, writing, editing and publishing. She focuses on forensic genealogy research, including locating missing heirs and providing due diligence in cases with legal implications. She also lectures on genealogical topics and is a frequent lecturer at historical and genealogical societies throughout New Jersey and the northeast.

Drop by and learn some beginner-friendly origami! For teens aged 13-18. Supplies and instruction provided.

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Come hang out in the Teen Room and make some buttons to add to your jackets, bags, and hats! Art Supplies provided, limit 3 buttons each- Free of cost!

Join us for a fun, interactive literacy event designed to engage children and adult audiences in stories and arts.

Children are invited to come hear several stories, play games and meet new friends.

In this three-part class (March 4, 11, 18), Hillary Schau will introduce participants to RootsMagic, a powerful family tree software program that allows you to build your family tree and organize your family history records, securely, on your own computer.  

By pre-registration only.  Limit 12. Call (413) 420-8107.  Due to limited space, we ask pre-registrants to commit to all three classes.  For those who cannot, Hillary will be offering drop-in genealogy sessions at the Library in the spring and will be happy to help new users of RootsMagic during these sessions. Watch for an announcement.  

Workshop leader Hillary Schau is a professional genealogist from Western Mass with long experience assisting others with their family history research. She is a member of the Association of Professional Genealogists and the Western Massachusetts Genealogical Society. 

Pokemon Club is an event for Pokemon fans- play the card game, Pokemon Go, battle and trade with your friends, or just nerd out about everyone's favorite franchise! This event is family friendly (kids, teens and their families are welcome to attend) and will happen every Thursday from 4-5pm in the Children's Activity Room. Children under 10 will need adult supervision.

Drop in baby group 0-2 years of age. Free breakfast and parent social.

Children are invited to come hear several stories, play games and meet new friends.

Everyone is welcome to come hear Dan Shanahan perform selections from his new book of Holyoke poetry:  

"A library is a kind of ship               embarked on a sea of curiosity

Stored in its hold              the cargo of the world’s language

Hauled to the port of each generation"

Come hear this popular local poet share his poems and stories, including memories from the 1960's when he found this library a safe haven from grief. 

This event starts at 2:00 pm in the Library Community Room. 

Come make friendship bracelets in the Teen Room! Supplies provided! Teens 13-18 welcome to attend.

Join us for a fun, interactive literacy event designed to engage children and adult audiences in stories and arts.

Children are invited to come and craft until their heart's content. Supplies are provided, just bring your imagination.
 

In this three-part class (March 4, 11, 18), Hillary Schau will introduce participants to RootsMagic, a powerful family tree software program that allows you to build your family tree and organize your family history records, securely, on your own computer.  

By pre-registration only.  Limit 12. Call (413) 420-8107. Due to limited space, we ask pre-registrants to commit to all three classes.  For those who cannot, Hillary will be offering drop-in genealogy sessions at the Library in the spring and will be happy to help new users of RootsMagic during these sessions. Watch for an announcement.  

Workshop leader Hillary Schau is a professional genealogist from Western Mass with long experience assisting others with their family history research. She is a member of the Association of Professional Genealogists and the Western Massachusetts Genealogical Society. 

Children are invited to come hear several stories, play games and meet new friends.

Tapestry Presents: Sex and Relationship Mythbusting for Teens!

Ask in person or submit anonymous questions about sexual health, relationships, bodies, or gender and have them answered by a local health expert. 

This Q&A facilitates discussion and empowers youth to understand their bodies and themselves!

For teens 13-18.

Pokemon Club is an event for Pokemon fans- play the card game, Pokemon Go, battle and trade with your friends, or just nerd out about everyone's favorite franchise! This event is family friendly (kids, teens and their families are welcome to attend) and will happen every Thursday from 4-5pm in the Children's Activity Room. Children under 10 will need adult supervision.

Drop in baby group 0-2 years of age. Free breakfast and parent social.

Want to know more about joining the Teen Advisory Board? Last year, the board helped plan and execute tons of exciting programs, activities, and projects for the teen room and made a huge difference for the teens of the Holyoke Library. We are seeking new members and holding a commitment-free, informational meeting on Saturday, March 14 at 1pm so you can learn more about how you can be a community contributor. All teens 13-18 welcome. Drop by the Teen Room for snacks and info!

Join us as Mary Jo Maichack plays Mother Goose in a fun and funny show of sweet nursery rhymes and tunes. Come for pizza at 5:00pm and watch the show starting at at 5:30pm.

Come to our weekly drop-in craft night, happening 4-6PM in the Children's Activities Room!

This week we'll be making St. Patrick's Day leprechaun hats!

Meet a horse who washes dishes for the kitchen boy, people who are sick of eating potatoes, a dream house, leprechauns and lilting tunes such as "Molly Malone" in this lively show for families. With performer Mary Jo Maichack.

In this three-part class (March 4, 11, 18), Hillary Schau will introduce participants to RootsMagic, a powerful family tree software program that allows you to build your family tree and organize your family history records, securely, on your own computer.  

By pre-registration only.  Limit 12.  Call (413) 420-8107. Due to limited space, we ask pre-registrants to commit to all three classes.  For those who cannot, Hillary will be offering drop-in genealogy sessions at the Library in the spring and will be happy to help new users of RootsMagic during these sessions.  Watch for an announcement.  

Workshop leader Hillary Schau is a professional genealogist from Western Mass with long experience assisting others with their family history research. She is a member of the Association of Professional Genealogists and the Western Massachusetts Genealogical Society. 

A valuable book has been stolen from the Holyoke Public Library and now it’s up to you to help us solve the crime! Join us on Wednesday, March 18th from 6-7:30PM in the Children’s Room to find clues, collect evidence, and unravel the ultimate library mystery. Will you be the one to crack the case?

This event is open to students in grades 4-6 and we ask that all children under 10 are accompanied by an adult. For more information please contact Charlie at cpope@holyokelibrary.org. We hope to see you there!

Children are invited to come hear several stories, play games and meet new friends.

Pokemon Club is an event for Pokemon fans- play the card game, Pokemon Go, battle and trade with your friends, or just nerd out about everyone's favorite franchise! This event is family friendly (kids, teens and their families are welcome to attend) and will happen every Thursday from 4-5pm in the Children's Activity Room. Children under 10 will need adult supervision.

New England Legends offers a tour of haunts, monsters, aliens, and weird history from our region. Based on Jeff’s popular weekly podcast and his Emmy-nominated television series on PBS and Amazon Prime, the program presents highlights from his own adventures, his work, and the stories that make New England a place like no other.

For over 20 years, Jeff Belanger has been exploring the unexplained. He seeks out history, folklore, ghosts, monsters, and legends all over the world and in your backyard. Belanger’s presentation will delve into the reasons behind the legends.

Drop in baby group 0-2 years of age. Free breakfast and parent social.

Join us for a fun, interactive literacy event designed to engage children and adult audiences in stories and arts.

Drop-in craft nights every Tuesday for children of all ages and their families. This week we will be making Art Alien Invasion.

The Holyoke Public Library's Bookworm Book Club is a group for children in grades 3-5 and their parents/guardians. We will meet on the fourth Tuesday of each month to talk about our book of the month and have some snacks.

This month's book is Howard Wallace, P.I. by Casey Lyall. Pick up your copy at the circulation desk in the Children's Room.

The Storycatchers Book Club is a brand new book club for kids in sixth and seventh grade where we'll have snacks and discuss this month's book, From The Desk of Zoe Washington by Janae Marks. Pick up your copy at the circulation desk in the Children's Room.

Children are invited to come hear several stories, play games and meet new friends.

Pokemon Club is an event for Pokemon fans- play the card game, Pokemon Go, battle and trade with your friends, or just nerd out about everyone's favorite franchise! This event is family friendly (kids, teens and their families are welcome to attend) and will happen every Thursday from 4-5pm in the Children's Activity Room. Children under 10 will need adult supervision.

Drop in baby group 0-2 years of age. Free breakfast and parent social.

Join us for a fun, interactive literacy event designed to engage children and adult audiences in stories and arts.

Children are invited to come hear several stories, play games and meet new friends.

Drop-in craft nights every Tuesday for children of all ages and their families. This week we will be making Puppet Pals.

As the 400th Anniversary of the landing of the Pilgrims approaches, we are reminded of the trials and tribulations of the Pilgrims.  They came seeking religious freedom and found an untamed inhospitable wilderness fraught with innumerable dangers.  They struggled with disease and death and survived through the grace of God and with the help of the "People of the Dawn" - the Wampanoag Nation.

The first part of the talk will examine the difficult voyage over the Atlantic and the decision to land on Cape Cod rather than the intended destination; near the Hudson River.

The second part of the talk will focus the beginnings of Plymouth Colony with a short discussion on the history of "Plymouth Rock."

Fun for the whole family!  18 "holes" of mini golf INSIDE the library -- our 5th annual Mini Golf in the Library!  

New for 2020:  a tournament of human Foosball outside the Library!

Save the date!  Details will be posted as the date approaches.

Come party in the Community Room (bar and refreshments), and play 18 holes of Mini Golf in the Library!    Ages 21+

$20 Ticket includes 1 Margarita, appetizers, and unlimited mini golf.

Save the date for this evening party and fundraiser to benefit the library. Cash bar and a "Lucky Ticket" Auction will be available.

Drop-in craft nights every Tuesday for children of all ages and their families. This week we will be making Comic Books.

Drop-in craft nights every Tuesday for children of all ages and their families. This week we will be making Kindness Rocks.