2024 Wrapped
Check out some of this year’s most popular titles at the Gleason!
Author: Martha Feeney-Patten
Join the Friends of the Library
Our wonderful Friends of the Gleason Public Library have started their annual fall fundraising drive. Your tax-deductible donations to the Friends support the Gleason’s programming for all ages, museum passes, and other special materials. Have you used a Museum Pass lately? Or enjoyed lectures on Music, Art, Poetry, Genealogy, or Travel sponsored by the Gleason … Continued
The Life and Music of George Gershwin with Richard Travers
Music educator and local favorite Richard Travers returns to Carlisle this fall. On Wednesday, September 25th, at 1:30 p.m., he will present on The Life and Music of George Gershwin. The music of George Gershwin has continued to be part of the fabric of Popular American Music for 100 years. The lecture will look at … Continued
Now hiring!
The Gleason has three part-time job openings – read more at gleasonlibrary.org/employment
Matching Challenge through September 13
A very generous donor will match up to $100,000 for our library renovation! This matching campaign has been extended until September 13th. Please consider making your very needed and appreciated donation so that it will have twice the impact! Including donations to this matching campaign to date, Gleason Endowment has already raised $1.9M towards our … Continued
Kindergarten Library Card Sign-Up
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month! Get your Kindergartner ready for success with a library card. Sign up for a 20-minute time slot to register for a library card and browse a special selection of books, DVDs and Wonderbooks chosen especially for Kindergartners. Email us at childrens@gleasonlibrary.org to sign up for your time slot between … Continued
Musical Instrument Petting Zoo
Click here to learn more and to register!
Community Focus Groups
The Gleason is seeking community input as we develop a new strategic plan. We are hoping you will be able to assist by joining us for a community focus group on one of the following dates and times: The meeting will last no longer than 90 minutes; it will be held in the Library’s 3rd … Continued
eCards available 24/7
For readers of all ages, signing up for a library card has never been easier. Carlisle residents who do not yet have a library card can register online for an eCard that provides immediate access to more than 65,000 eBooks, digital audiobooks, and online magazines through the Libby app, as well as numerous local and … Continued
Short Story Contest
Join the Friends of Gleason Public Library for a Short Story Celebration on Saturday, May 4th, at 2pm! Awards will be presented to the winners of the our Short Story Contest and refreshments will be served. This program is supported by a grant from our wonderful Carlisle Cultural Council.