Storytime at the Harvard Art Museums

Join Alison from the West Branch for a special storytime at the Harvard Art Museums! February 8, July 12, and December 13 at 11am. Free to all/no admission fee. Librarians from Cambridge, Watertown, and Medford will lead a storytime at the Harvard Art Museums on t......More

Join Alison from the West Branch for a special storytime at the Harvard Art Museums! February 8, July 12, and December 13 at 11am. Free to all/no admission fee. Librarians from Cambridge, Watertown, and Medford will lead a storytime at the Harvard Art Museums on the other Second Saturdays of each month! Questions? Contact Alison: [email protected] https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/storytime-at-the-harvard-art-museums-3/

Harvard Art Museums 32 Quincy St, Cambridge, MA, 02138

Do It Yourself Holiday Gifts: a Workshop for Kids, Tweens, and Teens

Teens, tweens, and kids 8 and older are invited to make their own holiday gifts! Decorate mason jars and fill them with trail mix, flavored popcorn, or potpourri - your choice. All supplies will be provided. For more information, please contact Ellen Jacobs at ejacob......More

Teens, tweens, and kids 8 and older are invited to make their own holiday gifts! Decorate mason jars and fill them with trail mix, flavored popcorn, or potpourri - your choice. All supplies will be provided. For more information, please contact Ellen Jacobs at [email protected]. https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/possible-childrens-event-5/

Auditorium Central Library, 79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

3-D Paper Snowflakes with Thy

Come join our amazingly talented Library staffer, Thy, and make a big 3-D paper snowflake in whatever color you choose.  Everyone will take one home!  It's a great family activity we are happy to bring back again, and all ages are welcome. We provide all the materia......More

Come join our amazingly talented Library staffer, Thy, and make a big 3-D paper snowflake in whatever color you choose.  Everyone will take one home!  It's a great family activity we are happy to bring back again, and all ages are welcome. We provide all the materials you need, and a little snack, too! Registration in advance is encouraged, so we can make sure we have enough supplies for everyone! Questions? Contact Kerry: [email protected] https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/3-d-paper-snowflakes-with-thy-4/

Auditorium Central Library, 79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Getting Cozy at the Library

Get cozy and crafty with us at the SPL! Our Getting Cozy at the Library sessions are back and in-person this winter! Join the Somerville Public Library staff in your coziest clothes as we sit by the "fire," and create a fun craft. Hot cocoa and tea will be provided. ......More

Get cozy and crafty with us at the SPL! Our Getting Cozy at the Library sessions are back and in-person this winter! Join the Somerville Public Library staff in your coziest clothes as we sit by the "fire," and create a fun craft. Hot cocoa and tea will be provided. Registration is strongly encouraged so we can make sure we have enough supplies. What craft are we making, you ask??? This month we will be making Pom-Pom Garlands! Questions? Contact Kerry: [email protected] We love kids, but these craft sessions are for Adults only. Please contact our Youth Services staff for youth-friendly crafting programs. https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/getting-cozy-at-the-library-15/

Auditorium Central Library, 79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Online Beginner ELL Class

Practice reading, writing, speaking, and listening in this beginner ELL Class.   For more information or to receive the Zoom link, please contact: Brigid Pigott, Literacy/Volunteer Coordinator Email: [email protected] WhatsApp: +1 617.366.7684 Office: 617.......More

Practice reading, writing, speaking, and listening in this beginner ELL Class.   For more information or to receive the Zoom link, please contact: Brigid Pigott, Literacy/Volunteer Coordinator Email: [email protected] WhatsApp: +1 617.366.7684 Office: 617.623.5000 x.2935 https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/online-beginner-ell-class-151/

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Adult Craft and Chat

Work on your knitting or other craft project at home while chatting with others.  For more information, contact Kerry at [email protected]. https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/adult-craft-and-chat-262/

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Library Social Worker: Intern Drop-in Hours at West

The Library Social Work Team is here to provide patrons with resources, information, and referrals for local social services and supports. If you have general questions, need information, or don't know where to start, please come to our drop-in hours! For a more detai......More

The Library Social Work Team is here to provide patrons with resources, information, and referrals for local social services and supports. If you have general questions, need information, or don't know where to start, please come to our drop-in hours! For a more detailed description of services, please visit our webpage. All meetings are confidential, and free for SPL patrons! Prefer to schedule an appointment in advance? Please use this link to schedule. ¡Ofrecemos nuestros servicios y consultas en español! Speak a language other than English or Spanish? Our social worker has access to interpreters. Questions? Please email [email protected]. Note: the Library Social Worker does NOT provide therapy or long-term case management, but can help refer patrons for these services if necessary. https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/library-social-worker-drop-in-hours-at-west-54/

West Branch Meeting Room (Side 2) West Branch , 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Creative Drama

In a Library Creative Drama class, students are led in creative movement, acting games, skits, and imagination challenges.  Creative Drama offers opportunities for individual expression and group cooperation.  Kids can have fun while learning and gaining confidence. ......More

In a Library Creative Drama class, students are led in creative movement, acting games, skits, and imagination challenges.  Creative Drama offers opportunities for individual expression and group cooperation.  Kids can have fun while learning and gaining confidence. Workshops are intended for ages 7 to 11. Questions? Contact Annie at [email protected] https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/creative-drama-219/

Auditorium Central Library, 79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Queer Book Club

Come join us every third Monday of the month to read and discuss queer fiction, nonfiction, and memoirs, and meet new friends in the community! This month's book is ......More

Come join us every third Monday of the month to read and discuss queer fiction, nonfiction, and memoirs, and meet new friends in the community! This month's book is The Gulf by Rachel Cochran. Find the book on Libby/Overdrive: eBook. Find the book on Hoopla: eBook | eAudio. This meeting will take place virtually on Zoom. Zoom meeting information will be sent out when you register. This event is intended for people in the LGBTQIA+ community. We appreciate allies, but if you aren’t queer or don’t identify with any of the identities under the LGBTQIA+ umbrella, this book club isn’t for you. However, we invite you to check out our other book clubs for adults, including CelebriTea, Books and Brews, Between the Covers, and many more! For more information about this book club, email Muhl at [email protected]. To sign up for monthly updates on what we're reading next for Queer Book Club, please visit this link. https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/queer-book-club-18/

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Bedazzle a Book at West

Looking to add a little sparkle to your bookshelf? Join us at the West Branch where we'll be bedazzling books! We'll have rhinestones in all sorts of colors and all the supplies you need. We'll even have a limited number of library discards to choose from but strongly......More

Looking to add a little sparkle to your bookshelf? Join us at the West Branch where we'll be bedazzling books! We'll have rhinestones in all sorts of colors and all the supplies you need. We'll even have a limited number of library discards to choose from but strongly encourage you to bring your own book.  Questions? Email Brigid at [email protected] https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/bedazzle-a-book-at-west/

West Branch Community Room West Branch , 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Library Social Worker: One-on-One Appointments at West

The Library Social Worker is here to provide patrons with resources, information, and referrals for local social services and supports. For a more detailed description of services, please ......More

The Library Social Worker is here to provide patrons with resources, information, and referrals for local social services and supports. For a more detailed description of services, please visit our webpage. All appointments are confidential, and free for SPL patrons! To schedule an appointment, please use this link. ¡Ofrecemos nuestros servicios y consultas en español! Speak a language other than English or Spanish? Our social worker has access to interpreters. Questions? Please email [email protected]. Note: the Library Social Worker does NOT provide therapy or long-term case management, but can help refer patrons for these services if necessary. https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/library-social-worker-one-on-one-appointments-at-west-54/

West Branch Meeting Room (Side 2) West Branch , 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Library Social Worker: Intern Drop-in Hours at Central

The Library Social Work Team is here to provide patrons with resources, information, and referrals for local social services and supports. If you have general questions, need information, or don't know where to start, please come to our drop-in hours! For a more detai......More

The Library Social Work Team is here to provide patrons with resources, information, and referrals for local social services and supports. If you have general questions, need information, or don't know where to start, please come to our drop-in hours! For a more detailed description of services, please visit our webpage. All meetings are confidential, and free for SPL patrons! Prefer to schedule an appointment in advance? Please use this link to schedule. ¡Ofrecemos nuestros servicios y consultas en español! Speak a language other than English or Spanish? Our social worker has access to interpreters. Questions? Please email [email protected]. Note: the Library Social Worker does NOT provide therapy or long-term case management, but can help refer patrons for these services if necessary. https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/library-social-worker-drop-in-hours-at-central-54/

Library Social Worker's Office Central Library, 79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Baby Lapsit at Central

Visit the Central Library Children's Room on Tuesdays at 10:30 am for a baby lapsit! Come and meet other parents & caregivers of babies (birth - pre-walking). We'll read stories, sing songs, and do fingerplays, then have time for conversation and community. Questions......More

Visit the Central Library Children's Room on Tuesdays at 10:30 am for a baby lapsit! Come and meet other parents & caregivers of babies (birth - pre-walking). We'll read stories, sing songs, and do fingerplays, then have time for conversation and community. Questions? Contact Ellen at [email protected]. https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/canceled-baby-lapsit-at-central-18/

Children's Room Central Library, 79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

West Branch Singalong with Alison

It's a pop-up Singalong with at West! Join us in the West Branch Children's Room (2nd floor) on Tuesday, December 16 at 11am for a super fun time. Questions? Contact Alison Mitchell, Children’s Librarian, [email protected] https://somervillepubliclibrary.......More

It's a pop-up Singalong with at West! Join us in the West Branch Children's Room (2nd floor) on Tuesday, December 16 at 11am for a super fun time. Questions? Contact Alison Mitchell, Children’s Librarian, [email protected] https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/west-branch-singalong-with-alison-31/

West Branch Children's Room (2nd floor) West Branch , 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Online Intermediate ELL Conversation Group

Practice speaking, reading, and listening during our 1-hour conversation group. Recommended for intermediate English speakers or higher. For more information or to receive the Zoom link, please contact: Brigid Pigott, Literacy/Volunteer Coordinator Email: bpigott@so......More

Practice speaking, reading, and listening during our 1-hour conversation group. Recommended for intermediate English speakers or higher. For more information or to receive the Zoom link, please contact: Brigid Pigott, Literacy/Volunteer Coordinator Email: [email protected] WhatsApp: +1 617.366.7684 Office: 617.623.5000 x.2935 https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/online-intermediate-ell-conversation-group-206/

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Death Café at the Central Library

Death Cafés are a group-directed discussion of death with no agenda, objectives or themes, with the objective of increasing awareness of death and helping people make the most of their (finite) lives. Learn more about what a Death Café is ......More

Death Cafés are a group-directed discussion of death with no agenda, objectives or themes, with the objective of increasing awareness of death and helping people make the most of their (finite) lives. Learn more about what a Death Café is HERE. The SPL will be hosting this Death Café at the Central Library with Sarah Dingee, an End-of-Life Guide & Death Doula through Going With Grace. We hope you are able to join us.   Light refreshments will be served. This event is free and everyone is welcome. Questions? Contact Kerry: [email protected]  https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/death-caf-at-the-central-library-8/

Auditorium Central Library, 79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Supper Club

Do you love to cook? We do too! Supper Club is a cookbook club that meets at Remnant Brewing on the third Tuesday of each month. Each meeting is a potluck dinner celebrating the cookbook of the month. Pick a dish to make and share! December's Supper Club will be a Co......More

Do you love to cook? We do too! Supper Club is a cookbook club that meets at Remnant Brewing on the third Tuesday of each month. Each meeting is a potluck dinner celebrating the cookbook of the month. Pick a dish to make and share! December's Supper Club will be a Cookie Swap! Once you've registered. Please fill out the form below with a cookie recipe you'd like to bring. Need inspiration? We will have copies of Holiday cookies : showstopping recipes to sweeten the season at our libraries. Capacity: 20 people bringing recipes, and 5 more people to join in the tasting and discussion Please complete this form: Here Physical copies of the book will be available at the Circulation Desks, and digital books will be on Libby For more information email Kelly Gates at [email protected] or Greg at [email protected] https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/supper-club-32/

Remnant Brewing 2 Bow Market Way, Somerville, MA, 02143

Library Social Worker: Drop-In Hours at East

The Library Social Worker is here to provide patrons with resources, information, and referrals for local social services and supports. For a more detailed description of services, please ......More

The Library Social Worker is here to provide patrons with resources, information, and referrals for local social services and supports. For a more detailed description of services, please visit our webpage. All appointments are confidential, and free for SPL patrons! To schedule an appointment, please use this link. ¡Ofrecemos nuestros servicios y consultas en español! Speak a language other than English or Spanish? Our social worker has access to interpreters. Questions? Please email [email protected] Note: the Library Social Worker does NOT provide therapy or long-term case management, but can help refer patrons for these services if necessary. https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/library-social-worker-drop-in-hours-at-east-158/

East Branch East Branch, 115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Veterans Coffee Hour

Join us for a regularly scheduled gathering where veterans, their families, and community members come together to connect, share stories, and access helpful resources. These casual, welcoming events are a chance to relax, build camaraderie, and strengthen support net......More

Join us for a regularly scheduled gathering where veterans, their families, and community members come together to connect, share stories, and access helpful resources. These casual, welcoming events are a chance to relax, build camaraderie, and strengthen support networks in a comfortable space. Contact [email protected] with questions. https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/meeting-and-study-rooms/veterans-coffee-hour/

West Branch Community Room West Branch , 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

East Branch Storytime

Join Meghan for stories, songs, finger plays and fun! We appreciate strollers being parked outside as we have limited space. https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/east-branch-storytime-49/

East Branch East Branch, 115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Experimentation Station: Gingerbread Baby Traps! at West

Join us for a special Experimentation Station: Gingerbread Baby Traps! Age 5-18, under 8 with a grownup, please. Registration required. Please note that patrons who arrive 10 or more minutes after the start of the program will not be permitted to participate. Quest......More

Join us for a special Experimentation Station: Gingerbread Baby Traps! Age 5-18, under 8 with a grownup, please. Registration required. Please note that patrons who arrive 10 or more minutes after the start of the program will not be permitted to participate. Questions? Contact Jen: [email protected] https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/steam-team-at-west-8/

West Branch Community Room West Branch , 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Free Choice CRAFTernoon at Central

Draw, paint, glue, bead, and create with the library's available craft supplies! Make something from one of our suggestions or from your own ideas. Drop in to the Children's Room at any time throughout the afternoon, and be prepared to take your projects home when yo......More

Draw, paint, glue, bead, and create with the library's available craft supplies! Make something from one of our suggestions or from your own ideas. Drop in to the Children's Room at any time throughout the afternoon, and be prepared to take your projects home when you leave. Questions? Contact Annie at [email protected]. https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/free-choice-crafternoon-at-central-17/

Children's Room Central Library, 79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

CRAFTernoon at East: 2-D Snow "Globes"!

It's a CRAFTernoon for kids this month at East.  We'll be making 2-dimensional snow "globes"! Best for school-age kids 5+. Younger children will need a helper.  ****Grown-ups will need to assist with our hot glue gun!*** https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinter......More

It's a CRAFTernoon for kids this month at East.  We'll be making 2-dimensional snow "globes"! Best for school-age kids 5+. Younger children will need a helper.  ****Grown-ups will need to assist with our hot glue gun!*** https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/crafternoon-at-east-2-d-snow-globes/

East Branch East Branch, 115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Online Intermediate ELL Conversation Group

Practice speaking, reading, and listening during our 1-hour conversation group. Recommended for intermediate English speakers and higher. For more information or to receive the Zoom link, please contact: Brigid Pigott, Literacy/Volunteer Coordinator Email: bpigott@so......More

Practice speaking, reading, and listening during our 1-hour conversation group. Recommended for intermediate English speakers and higher. For more information or to receive the Zoom link, please contact: Brigid Pigott, Literacy/Volunteer Coordinator Email: [email protected] WhatsApp: +1 617.366.7684 Office: 617.623.5000 x.2935 https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/online-intermediate-ell-conversation-group-258/

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Transmasc Boston Game Night

Join Transmasc Boston for a laid-back game night hang with fellow transmasculine folks, friends, and allies. Feel free to bring a favorite game from home, a craft to work on, or just yourself! All are welcome.  Transmasc Boston is a group that plans relaxed, light-he......More

Join Transmasc Boston for a laid-back game night hang with fellow transmasculine folks, friends, and allies. Feel free to bring a favorite game from home, a craft to work on, or just yourself! All are welcome.  Transmasc Boston is a group that plans relaxed, light-hearted events to connect transmasculine people in the Boston area. Check out our Instagram @transmascboston to learn more! This event is free and open to the public. This is not a library program. For questions, contact [email protected]. https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/meeting-and-study-rooms/transmasc-boston-game-night/

Auditorium Central Library, 79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Somerville Stitch Club

Join us at the West Branch for a night of fiber crafting and new friends! Bring any fiber craft project and work with others in our makerspace. The sewing machines in the makerspace will be available for use during this event!  Questions? Email Brigid at bblack@somer......More

Join us at the West Branch for a night of fiber crafting and new friends! Bring any fiber craft project and work with others in our makerspace. The sewing machines in the makerspace will be available for use during this event!  Questions? Email Brigid at [email protected] https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/somerville-stitch-club/

West Branch Community Room West Branch , 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

SPL Nonfiction Book Club: Total Garbage: How We Can Fix Our Waste and Heal Our World by Edward Humes

Join the SPL Nonfiction Book Club’s on Dec. 10, 7pm on Zoom for our discussion of Pulitzer Prize-winner David Hume’s Total Garbage: How We Can Fix Our Waste and Heal Our World, an exploration of the wastefulness that permeates our daily lives and how individual choice......More

Join the SPL Nonfiction Book Club’s on Dec. 10, 7pm on Zoom for our discussion of Pulitzer Prize-winner David Hume’s Total Garbage: How We Can Fix Our Waste and Heal Our World, an exploration of the wastefulness that permeates our daily lives and how individual choices can reduce the waste we produce, improve the economy, slow climate change, and make us healthier and happier. To register contact Kevin at [email protected]. https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/spl-nonfiction-book-club-total-garbage-how-we-can-fix-our-waste-and-heal-our-world-by-edward-humes/

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Library Social Worker: One-on-One Appointments at Central

The Library Social Worker is here to provide patrons with resources, information, and referrals for local social services and supports. For a more detailed description of services, please ......More

The Library Social Worker is here to provide patrons with resources, information, and referrals for local social services and supports. For a more detailed description of services, please visit our webpage. All appointments are confidential, and free for SPL patrons! To schedule an appointment, please use this link. ¡Ofrecemos nuestros servicios y consultas en español! Speak a language other than English or Spanish? Our social worker has access to interpreters. Questions? Please email [email protected]. Note: the Library Social Worker does NOT provide therapy or long-term case management, but can help refer patrons for these services if necessary. https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/library-social-worker-one-on-one-appointments-at-central-54/

Library Social Worker's Office Central Library, 79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Beginner ELL Class @ Central Library

Practice reading, writing, speaking, and listening in this beginner ELL Class. This class is in-person at Central Library (79 Highland Avenue). For more information, please contact: Brigid Pigott, Literacy/Volunteer Coordinator Email: [email protected] Wh......More

Practice reading, writing, speaking, and listening in this beginner ELL Class. This class is in-person at Central Library (79 Highland Avenue). For more information, please contact: Brigid Pigott, Literacy/Volunteer Coordinator Email: [email protected] WhatsApp: +1 617.366.7684 Office: 617.623.5000 x.2935 https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/beginner-ell-class-central-library-92/

Auditorium Central Library, 79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Baby Lapsit at West

Come meet other parents & caregivers of babies (birth - pre-walking -- no walkers, please, for the safety of the babies!). We'll sing songs and read stories and leave lots of time for conversation and community. Baby Lapsit is drop-in -- come whenever your schedule pe......More

Come meet other parents & caregivers of babies (birth - pre-walking -- no walkers, please, for the safety of the babies!). We'll sing songs and read stories and leave lots of time for conversation and community. Baby Lapsit is drop-in -- come whenever your schedule permits! Thursdays at 11am in the West Branch Children's Room. Questions? Contact Alison: [email protected] https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/baby-lapsit-at-west-83/

West Branch Children's Room (2nd floor) West Branch , 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Senior Chair Yoga

Join us on Thursday afternoons as we practice chair yoga at the East Branch. We will be guided by experienced Yoga instructor Nicoline Valkenberg, who manages The Corner Studio in Medford. Seniors especially welcome! Space is limited and will be awarded on a first co......More

Join us on Thursday afternoons as we practice chair yoga at the East Branch. We will be guided by experienced Yoga instructor Nicoline Valkenberg, who manages The Corner Studio in Medford. Seniors especially welcome! Space is limited and will be awarded on a first come, first serve basis. This program is funded by the Friends of the Somerville Public Library. Questions? Contact Cathy: [email protected] https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/senior-chair-yoga-18/

East Branch East Branch, 115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Baby’s First Playgroup & New Parent Support Group (with Somerville Family Learning Collaborative)

Somerville Family Learning Collaborative (SFLC) hosts a New Parents Support Group every Thursday from 1 - 2:30 PM Come get support from fellow parents and provide developmentally appropriate play for your baby This event is free and open to the public. This is not a......More

Somerville Family Learning Collaborative (SFLC) hosts a New Parents Support Group every Thursday from 1 - 2:30 PM Come get support from fellow parents and provide developmentally appropriate play for your baby This event is free and open to the public. This is not a library event. For questions, please contact [email protected]. https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/meeting-and-study-rooms/baby-s-first-playgroup-new-parent-support-group-with-somerville-family-learning-collaborative-36/

Auditorium Central Library, 79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

LGBTQIA+ Hangout for Tweens & Teens!

Come hang out with other queer tweens and teens: chat, snack, and (if you feel like it) play board games and/or make a fun craft!  This event is for middle school and high school aged kids. Questions? Contact Ellen at [email protected]. https://somervillepub......More

Come hang out with other queer tweens and teens: chat, snack, and (if you feel like it) play board games and/or make a fun craft!  This event is for middle school and high school aged kids. Questions? Contact Ellen at [email protected]. https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/lgbtqia-hangout-for-tweens-teens-6/

Auditorium Central Library, 79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Therapy Dog for Young Readers at Central

New or nervous readers are invited to practice and develop confidence by reading aloud to Waffles, a certified therapy dog, who will be a patient and non-judgmental audience! Waffles will be accompanied by his human handler.  This program is recommended for ages 4 th......More

New or nervous readers are invited to practice and develop confidence by reading aloud to Waffles, a certified therapy dog, who will be a patient and non-judgmental audience! Waffles will be accompanied by his human handler.  This program is recommended for ages 4 through 11.  Please sign up on this page; each registered participant will be assigned a 10-minute time slot via email prior to the event.  Registration will open on the Monday before each session, and close on the following Thursday morning. Questions? Contact Annie at [email protected]. https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/therapy-dog-for-young-readers-at-central-27/

Children's Room Central Library, 79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Handsewing for Mending Workshop with Jessamy Shay at East

Handsewing For Mending will focus on hand sewing techniques that can be used to repair seams, hems, tears, and more. Participants will learn about tools and materials for hand sewing, a variety of stitches, and when to apply them to restore garments back to wearabilit......More

Handsewing For Mending will focus on hand sewing techniques that can be used to repair seams, hems, tears, and more. Participants will learn about tools and materials for hand sewing, a variety of stitches, and when to apply them to restore garments back to wearability. About the Presenter: Jessamy is a Somerville-based textile artist and sustainable fashion designer specializing in creative mending and upcycling. She earned a BFA in Fibers and Certificate in Fashion Design from the Massachusetts College of Art & Design, and has taught mending at the Cambridge Public Library, Make & Mend in Somerville, and the Eliot School of Fine & Applied Arts in Jamaica Plain. See her work at www.jessamyshay.com. Questions? Contact Kerry at [email protected]. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Somerville Public Library. Thanks, Friends! https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/handsewing-for-mending-workshop-with-jessamy-shay-at-east/

East Branch East Branch, 115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Tabletop Games Swap at the Central Library

Calling all tabletop gamers!  Bring a game, and take a game! Whether it's board games or card games; stop by the Central Library with your old (gently used) games and swap them out for something new!  Please make sure that any game you bring in to swap has all it's ......More

Calling all tabletop gamers!  Bring a game, and take a game! Whether it's board games or card games; stop by the Central Library with your old (gently used) games and swap them out for something new!  Please make sure that any game you bring in to swap has all it's pieces so that the next person can enjoy the game in full!  What if a game doesn't have all the pieces?  We are going to be putting together a bin of small game pieces from games that are no longer complete, for people to go through in case they need dice, or other small, reusable game parts. Please contact Kerry (email below) with questions. Questions? Email Kerry: [email protected] Register for reminders of this event.  https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/tabletop-games-swap-at-the-central-library/

Auditorium Central Library, 79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Toddler Storytime at Central

Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes in the Children's Room on Friday mornings! Questions? Contact Annie at [email protected]. https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/toddler-storytime-at-central-67/

Children's Room Central Library, 79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Baby Yoga with BalaBends!

Krissy Rand, of BalaBends Yoga, hosts Baby Yoga classes for babies 6 weeks-PREcrawling!   Best for 1-on-1 baby-adult pairs*, we’ll help our little ones into yoga poses and developmental exercises while we sing & play.   Classes will be held the first and third Frida......More

Krissy Rand, of BalaBends Yoga, hosts Baby Yoga classes for babies 6 weeks-PREcrawling!   Best for 1-on-1 baby-adult pairs*, we’ll help our little ones into yoga poses and developmental exercises while we sing & play.   Classes will be held the first and third Fridays (Sep-Dec) and are 30 minutes, followed by time to socialize! Registration is required for each month (2 classes)! *Registration: Required as space is limited!           Registration is set to accept 1 baby + 1 adult pair.  For caregivers of multiples, please register each baby with an adult partner.            When registering, you are signing up for the 2 classes offered that month.  Registration opens  Sep 19 for October 3 & 17 Oct 17 for Nov 7 & 21 Nov 21 for Dec 5 & 19 https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/baby-yoga-with-balabends-26/

East Branch East Branch, 115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Storytime at West

Join us for stories and songs! All ages welcome. Questions? Contact Alison: [email protected] https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/storytime-at-west-77/

West Branch Children's Room (2nd floor) West Branch , 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

East Branch Book Group

The East Branch Book Group Meets on the 4th Friday of most months to discuss fiction and nonfiction titles. This month's book is TBA. Copies will be available at the East Branch Library and via Libby. Newcomers always welcome! Please contact Cathy at cpiantigini@some......More

The East Branch Book Group Meets on the 4th Friday of most months to discuss fiction and nonfiction titles. This month's book is TBA. Copies will be available at the East Branch Library and via Libby. Newcomers always welcome! Please contact Cathy at [email protected] with any questions. https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/east-branch-book-group-36/

East Branch East Branch, 115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Intermediate ELL Conversation Group @ Central Library

Practice speaking, reading, and listening during this conversation group.  Conversation Groups are recommended for intermediate English speakers and above.  This group meets in-person at Central Library, 79 Highland Avenue. For questions or more information, please c......More

Practice speaking, reading, and listening during this conversation group.  Conversation Groups are recommended for intermediate English speakers and above.  This group meets in-person at Central Library, 79 Highland Avenue. For questions or more information, please contact: Brigid Pigott, Literacy/Volunteer Coordinator Email: [email protected] WhatsApp: +1 617.366.7684 Office: 617.623.5000 x.2935 https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/ell-conversation-group-central-library-51/

Auditorium Central Library, 79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Somerville Peking Opera Recital

We hope you will join us at the Somerville Public Library for a Peking Opera Singing Recital. This is not a library-sponsored event. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact [email protected]. https://somervillepubliclibrary.assa......More

We hope you will join us at the Somerville Public Library for a Peking Opera Singing Recital. This is not a library-sponsored event. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact [email protected]. https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/meeting-and-study-rooms/somerville-peking-opera-recital/

Auditorium Central Library, 79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Music and Movement with Miss Julie at Central

Children and families are invited to join Julie Stepanek Murray for songs, electric ukulele music, and dancing with shakers and scarves! Questions? Contact Annie at [email protected]. https://somervillepubliclibrary.a......More

Children and families are invited to join Julie Stepanek Murray for songs, electric ukulele music, and dancing with shakers and scarves! Questions? Contact Annie at [email protected]. https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/music-and-movement-with-miss-jules-4/

Auditorium Central Library, 79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Adult Craft and Chat

Work on your knitting or other craft project at home while chatting with others.  For more information, contact Kerry at [email protected]. https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/adult-craft-and-chat-263/

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Library Social Worker: Intern Drop-in Hours at West

The Library Social Work Team is here to provide patrons with resources, information, and referrals for local social services and supports. If you have general questions, need information, or don't know where to start, please come to our drop-in hours! For a more detai......More

The Library Social Work Team is here to provide patrons with resources, information, and referrals for local social services and supports. If you have general questions, need information, or don't know where to start, please come to our drop-in hours! For a more detailed description of services, please visit our webpage. All meetings are confidential, and free for SPL patrons! Prefer to schedule an appointment in advance? Please use this link to schedule. ¡Ofrecemos nuestros servicios y consultas en español! Speak a language other than English or Spanish? Our social worker has access to interpreters. Questions? Please email [email protected]. Note: the Library Social Worker does NOT provide therapy or long-term case management, but can help refer patrons for these services if necessary. https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/library-social-worker-drop-in-hours-at-west-55/

West Branch Meeting Room (Side 2) West Branch , 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Creative Drama

In a Library Creative Drama class, students are led in creative movement, acting games, skits, and imagination challenges.  Creative Drama offers opportunities for individual expression and group cooperation.  Kids can have fun while learning and gaining confidence. ......More

In a Library Creative Drama class, students are led in creative movement, acting games, skits, and imagination challenges.  Creative Drama offers opportunities for individual expression and group cooperation.  Kids can have fun while learning and gaining confidence. Workshops are intended for ages 7 to 11. Questions? Contact Annie at [email protected] https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/creative-drama-220/

Auditorium Central Library, 79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Pajama Storytime at Central

Join us for a monthly pajama storytime at the Central Library Children's Room! Wear your PJs and bring a stuffed animal to snuggle with while we read stories and sing songs! Ages 3-7. Questions? Contact Tammy at [email protected].  https://somervillepublicl......More

Join us for a monthly pajama storytime at the Central Library Children's Room! Wear your PJs and bring a stuffed animal to snuggle with while we read stories and sing songs! Ages 3-7. Questions? Contact Tammy at [email protected].  https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/pajama-storytime-at-central-27/

Children's Room Central Library, 79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Somerville Ciné-Club

Join us in building community and sharing our appreciation for film! We will be screening Magic Spot (2022), written by and starring local cult filmmaker and musician Matt Farley of Motern Media. In Magic Spot, two cousins use a magic spot in the local woods that acts......More

Join us in building community and sharing our appreciation for film! We will be screening Magic Spot (2022), written by and starring local cult filmmaker and musician Matt Farley of Motern Media. In Magic Spot, two cousins use a magic spot in the local woods that acts as a time travel portal to both assist their dead uncle and to rekindle an old romance. Questions? Contact Jonah: [email protected] https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/somerville-cin-eacute-club/

West Branch Community Room West Branch , 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Library Social Worker: One-on-One Appointments at West

The Library Social Worker is here to provide patrons with resources, information, and referrals for local social services and supports. For a more detailed description of services, please ......More

The Library Social Worker is here to provide patrons with resources, information, and referrals for local social services and supports. For a more detailed description of services, please visit our webpage. All appointments are confidential, and free for SPL patrons! To schedule an appointment, please use this link. ¡Ofrecemos nuestros servicios y consultas en español! Speak a language other than English or Spanish? Our social worker has access to interpreters. Questions? Please email [email protected]. Note: the Library Social Worker does NOT provide therapy or long-term case management, but can help refer patrons for these services if necessary. https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/library-social-worker-one-on-one-appointments-at-west-55/

West Branch Meeting Room (Side 2) West Branch , 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Library Social Worker: Intern Drop-in Hours at Central

The Library Social Work Team is here to provide patrons with resources, information, and referrals for local social services and supports. If you have general questions, need information, or don't know where to start, please come to our drop-in hours! For a more detai......More

The Library Social Work Team is here to provide patrons with resources, information, and referrals for local social services and supports. If you have general questions, need information, or don't know where to start, please come to our drop-in hours! For a more detailed description of services, please visit our webpage. All meetings are confidential, and free for SPL patrons! Prefer to schedule an appointment in advance? Please use this link to schedule. ¡Ofrecemos nuestros servicios y consultas en español! Speak a language other than English or Spanish? Our social worker has access to interpreters. Questions? Please email [email protected]. Note: the Library Social Worker does NOT provide therapy or long-term case management, but can help refer patrons for these services if necessary. https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/library-social-worker-drop-in-hours-at-central-55/

Library Social Worker's Office Central Library, 79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Baby Lapsit at Central

Visit the Central Library Children's Room on Tuesdays at 10:30 am for a baby lapsit! Come and meet other parents & caregivers of babies (birth - pre-walking). We'll read stories, sing songs, and do fingerplays, then have time for conversation and community. Questions......More

Visit the Central Library Children's Room on Tuesdays at 10:30 am for a baby lapsit! Come and meet other parents & caregivers of babies (birth - pre-walking). We'll read stories, sing songs, and do fingerplays, then have time for conversation and community. Questions? Contact Ellen at [email protected]. https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/canceled-baby-lapsit-at-central-19/

Children's Room Central Library, 79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143