Upcoming Events

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 pr

This program is funded by a generous grant from the Nantucket Golf Club Foundation

Today, we're making a gorgeous butterfly using tissue paper as a coloring tool.

Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D) are certified therapy dogs trained to be good listeners.  This program is a fun, relaxed, and nonjudgmental way to become more con

Explore the intricate world of Legend with Marie Lu as she encourages readers to look beyond the surface and reveal hidden secrets.

Weekend at the Library's Thought Leader Stephanie Ruhle in conversation with Bill Cohan. Start the evening off with welcome cocktails in the Library's Garden. Followed by dinner and fireside chat in the Great Hall. 

Weekend at the Library's Saturday concert with Allen Stone, followed by the Summer Garden Party. 

The Quiet Table is designed for anyone who needs to do deep work—tasks requiring undivided focus, such as studying, reading, writing, or simply doing your taxes.

Join us for a free and informal meet & greet with the talented artists before their concerts the following day. 

Featuring Yevgeny Kutik, violin, with pianist Max Levinson 

This program is funded by a generous grant from the Nantucket Golf Club Foundation

Explore the art of marbling paper! Experiment with classic patterns, and make one-of-a-kind creations to take home.

Program will be held outside outside in the garden. In case of inclement weather, program will be rescheduled. 

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 pr

We are expanding Open Mic Night into OPEN ARTS NIGHT!

Do you need a fan to beat the heat?  This morning, we're making refreshingly cool fruit fans to help!  Stop by the courtyard and create one for yourself!

You’re invited to join us online with award-winning author Rex Ogle as he talks to viewers about his struggles to navigate sixth grade as written about in his book Free Lunch. 

This program is funded by a generous grant from the Nantucket Golf Club Foundation

Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D) are certified therapy dogs trained to be good listeners.  This program is a fun, relaxed, and nonjudgmental way to become more con

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.

Intermediate English conversation for those seeking to improve their English language skills.

The Literacy Volunteers of the Atheneum (LVA) offer a drop-in intermediate English class every Thursday evening at the library.

Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D) are certified therapy dogs trained to be good listeners.  This program is a fun, relaxed, and nonjudgmental way to become more con

The Quiet Table is designed for anyone who needs to do deep work—tasks requiring undivided focus, such as studying, reading, writing, or simply doing your taxes.

Join us for a free and informal meet & greet with the talented artists before their concerts the following day. 

Featuring William and Catherine Hudgins, clarinet duo, with pianist Jung-A Bang 

This program is funded by a generous grant from the Nantucket Golf Club Foundation