Zen meditation every Wednesday at 9 a.m. in the Community Room led by Unshin Sangaku Dan Joslyn-sensei. During each hour session, there will be directed and silent meditation. Free and open to all; donations welcome.... (more)

Scrabble every Wednesday 2-4 p.m.. Seasoned players are welcome. Please bring your own Scrabble board. (more)

Each month, The Edward Gorey House Book Club meets — at the House and in an online setting — to discuss some of Gorey’s favorite authors and his literary influences. Attendance is limited to 20 bookish sorts per group for optimal quarreling.... (more)

The Seaside Knitters Group meets Tuesdays 1-3 p.m. and Thursdays 2-4 p.m. This is a free and open group, all levels of proficiency are welcome. Bring an unfinished work or start a new project. (more)

Free and open to all, this weekly unstructured playtime is supervised by parents and caregivers, and aimed for children ages infant to four. Every Friday 10 a.m.-12 p.m. in the Children’s Play area on the library’s lower level.... (more)

Celebrate summer handmade at the 10th Annual Chatham Summer Craft Festival! Join us August 1 & 2 on the beautiful lawn at the Chatham Community Center in Chatham, MA for a juried outdoor arts & craft festival featuring exceptional American-made craftsmanship and specialty foods. A longtime Cape Cod summer tradition, the Chatham Summer Craft Festival brings together a thoughtfully curated group of artisans and makers for a relaxed, coastal shopping experience rooted in quality, creativity, and community. What you’ll find: • Over 55 juried artisans showcasing American-made arts, crafts, and specialty foods • A wide variety of handmade work including jewelry, coastal & nature-inspired art, home décor, bath & body, fiber art, functional pieces, gifts, and more • A balanced mix of returning favorites and new artisans to discover • Delicious specialty foods and sweet treats to enjoy while you shop From one-of-a-kind handmade gifts to beautiful pieces inspired by life on the Cape, the Chatham Summer Craft Festival is a favorite stop for locals and visitors alike looking to celebrate handmade during the peak of the summer season. Pet-friendly! Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome Rain or shine | Free admission Show Hours Saturday, August 1: 10am – 5pm Sunday, August 2: 10am – 4pm Location Chatham Community Center Lawn 702 Main Street Chatham, MA 02633 Directions From Route US-6, take Exit 82 and follow Queen Anne Rd and Old Queen Anne Rd to Main St. Learn more, explore the exhibitor list, and plan your visit at CastleberryFairs.com Bring your friends, enjoy the coastal vibes, and spend the weekend supporting handmade on Cape Cod (more)

Starts in March! on the first Saturday of each month, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., children 5+ can enjoy free play time with Lego at the library. See you on March 7! Register below (just one registration needed for entire year). (more)

The Pan-Mass Challenge is a Massachusetts-based bike-a- thon that raises more money for charity than any other single athletic fundraising event in the country. Held annually on the first weekend in August, the PMC raises funds for Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, a world leader in adult and pediatric cancer treatment and research.... (more)

Celebrate summer handmade at the 10th Annual Chatham Summer Craft Festival! Join us August 1 & 2 on the beautiful lawn at the Chatham Community Center in Chatham, MA for a juried outdoor arts & craft festival featuring exceptional American-made craftsmanship and specialty foods. A longtime Cape Cod summer tradition, the Chatham Summer Craft Festival brings together a thoughtfully curated group of artisans and makers for a relaxed, coastal shopping experience rooted in quality, creativity, and community. What you’ll find: • Over 55 juried artisans showcasing American-made arts, crafts, and specialty foods • A wide variety of handmade work including jewelry, coastal & nature-inspired art, home décor, bath & body, fiber art, functional pieces, gifts, and more • A balanced mix of returning favorites and new artisans to discover • Delicious specialty foods and sweet treats to enjoy while you shop From one-of-a-kind handmade gifts to beautiful pieces inspired by life on the Cape, the Chatham Summer Craft Festival is a favorite stop for locals and visitors alike looking to celebrate handmade during the peak of the summer season. Pet-friendly! Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome Rain or shine | Free admission Show Hours Saturday, August 1: 10am – 5pm Sunday, August 2: 10am – 4pm Location Chatham Community Center Lawn 702 Main Street Chatham, MA 02633 Directions From Route US-6, take Exit 82 and follow Queen Anne Rd and Old Queen Anne Rd to Main St. Learn more, explore the exhibitor list, and plan your visit at CastleberryFairs.com Bring your friends, enjoy the coastal vibes, and spend the weekend supporting handmade on Cape Cod (more)

The Pan-Mass Challenge is a Massachusetts-based bike-a- thon that raises more money for charity than any other single athletic fundraising event in the country. Held annually on the first weekend in August, the PMC raises funds for Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, a world leader in adult and pediatric cancer treatment and research.... (more)