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Sunday June 16 2:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Poetry Reading with Nina Rubinstein Alonso and Tomas O’Leary
Join us for a poetry reading at the Central Library with local poets Nina Rubinstein Alonso, who will be sharing her newest collection called Travels With Fernando about months traveling Spain and Tangier with her husband some years ago, and Tomas O’Leary, who will be......More
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Monday June 17 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
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: 617.6......More
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Monday June 17 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Cuentos en español/Storytime in Spanish
¡Ven a disfrutar de cuentos y canciones con Cathy, totalmente en español! ¿Preguntas? Contacte a Cathy: [email protected] Come enjoy stories and songs with Cathy, entirely in Spanish! Questions? Contact Cathy: [email protected] https://somervill......More
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Monday June 17 11:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Game Day at East
It's a drop-in Game Day at the East Branch! Visit us between 11am- 4pm and enjoy the library's games: Apples to Apples Junior, Blokus, Checkers, Chess, Connect4, HeadBanz, Jenga, Mancala, Parcheese and more! https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/ca......More
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Monday June 17 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
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-192/
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Monday June 17 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
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
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Monday June 17 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Artist Talk with Edie Bresler
Please join us on June 17th for a lively discussion with artist Edie Bresler about how photography and creativity are intimately connected with a treasure trove of books available within the Minuteman Library system. Bresler will take you on a visual and participatory......More
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Monday June 17 7:00pm - 8:30pm EDT
Video Game Hangout for Tweens and Teens
Come hang out and play multi-player Nintendo Switch games on the big screen! Try Super Smash Bros. or Mario Kart, or bring your own games! Recommended for ages 10-18. This event will be held every Monday night from June 17 to August 12. Questions? Please contact Elle......More
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Tuesday June 18 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
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
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Tuesday June 18 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
(Virtual) The New Tourist: Waking Up to the Power and Perils of Travel
Today, we're celebrating with travel author, Paige McClanahan about her book (releasing today!) The New Tourist: Waking Up to the Power and Perils of Travel, a brilliantly evocative, surprising, and page-turning exploration of how tourism has shaped the world, for bet......More
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Tuesday June 18 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
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@som......More
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Tuesday June 18 6:00pm - 8:15pm EDT
Nourishing Resistance: a Conversation with Author Wren Awry
Stop by the Central Library for this fascinating conversation with author Wren Awry about the role food plays in movements for social change. Through essays, articles, poems, and stories, their book, Nourishing Resistance, argues that food is a central, intrinsic part......More
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Tuesday June 18 7:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
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! Book: ......More
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Thursday June 20 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
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] Whats......More
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Thursday June 20 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Baby Lapsit at the West Branch
Baby Lapsit is now drop-in! Come whenever your schedule permits and 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 comm......More
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Thursday June 20 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
Lego Club at Central
Play and build with Legos in the Central Children's Room on the third Thursday of each month! Questions? Contact Annie at [email protected]. https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/lego-club-at-central-13/
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Thursday June 20 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Somerville Pedestrian & Transit Advisory Committee Public Meeting
This is a Public Meeting and open to all members of the public. For more information, reach out to Justin Schreiber at [email protected] https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/meeting-and-study-rooms/1693425432-8/
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Friday June 21 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Toddler Storytime with Annie
Join Annie for a Friday morning storytime celebration! This event will take place in the Children's Room. https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/toddler-storytime-with-annie-138/
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Friday June 21 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
ELL Conversation Group @ Central Library
Practice speaking, reading, and listening during our 1-hour conversation group. Conversation Groups are recommended for intermediate English speakers and above. For questions or more information, please contact: Brigid Pigott, Literacy/Volunteer Coordinator Em......More
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Saturday June 22 1:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Stencil a Statement Tote for Pride Month!
Join us for a crafternoon at the SPL to celebrate PRIDE! Members of the queer community and allies alike are welcome to join us at the Central Library as we create / decorate reusable tote bags that makes a statement! Materials will be provided for you. Do you hav......More
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Saturday June 22 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Craft Hangout for Tweens
Tweens are invited to join us for a Saturday afternoon of crafting! We might make shrinky dinks, friendship bracelets, duct tape wallets, mini stuffies, stress balls…or play around with perler beads, paracord, origami…so many possibilities! This is a drop-in program, ......More
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Monday June 24 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
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: 617.6......More
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Monday June 24 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Beginner U.S. Citizenship Class
This class is for beginner English Learners who would like to apply for U.S. Citizenship. It will help you improve your English and also learn about U.S. civics. ESOL Workbooks will be provided. Requirements: Must have a green card in order to attend. For more in......More
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Monday June 24 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Cuentos en español/Storytime in Spanish
¡Ven a disfrutar de cuentos y canciones con Cathy, totalmente en español! ¿Preguntas? Contacte a Cathy: [email protected] Come enjoy stories and songs with Cathy, entirely in Spanish! Questions? Contact Cathy: [email protected] https://somervill......More
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Monday June 24 11:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Drop-in LEGO Club at East!
It's drop-in LEGO Club at East! Stop by between 11am-4pm the following Mondays: June 24, July 15, ......More
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Monday June 24 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
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-193/
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Monday June 24 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
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
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Monday June 24 6:00pm - 6:30pm EDT
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 Keri at [email protected]. https://somervillepublicli......More
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Monday June 24 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Open Sewing Hours at West
Join us for an Open Sewing Night at West. Bring your own project and use our space and machines to work on it. Adventurous beginners welcome but be aware this is not a sewing class and there will be no instructor present. Questions? Email Brigid at bblack@somerville......More
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Monday June 24 6:30pm - 8:30pm EDT
Creativity Collective: a Meet-Up for Art and Craft Makers
Join us on the last Monday of each month for an opportunity to share your creative energy with other practitioners of art and crafting! These sessions are for folks interested in meeting others who enjoy making a variety of art and crafts. Whether you draw, paint, or......More
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Monday June 24 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
(Virtual) The Serial Killer's Apprentice - A Q&A with True Crime Authors Katherine Ramsland & Tracy
If you are a fan of true crime and want to dive deep into the psychology of a serial killer and his apprentice, this program is for you! Join authors Katherine Ramsland and Tracy Ullman as they discuss their most recent book, The Serial Killer's Apprentice, a psycholo......More
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Monday June 24 7:00pm - 8:30pm EDT
Video Game Hangout for Tweens and Teens
Come hang out and play multi-player Nintendo Switch games on the big screen! Try Super Smash Bros. or Mario Kart, or bring your own games! Recommended for ages 10-18. This event will be held every Monday night from June 17 to August 12. Questions? Please contact Elle......More
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Tuesday June 25 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
West Branch Singalong with Alison (tickets required)
Join us every Tuesday at 10am at the West Branch for a super fun singalong with Alison! Please note that the West Branch Singalong is now ticketed. To comply with the City of Somerville fire code and provide a more enjoyable experience for all, tickets are required ......More
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Tuesday June 25 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
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
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Tuesday June 25 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
West Branch Singalong with Cathy (tickets required)
Join us every Tuesday at 11am at the West Branch for a super fun singalong with Cathy! Please note that the West Branch Singalong is now ticketed. To comply with the City of Somerville fire code and provide a more enjoyable experience for all, tickets are required f......More
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Tuesday June 25 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Good CRAFTernoon at East!
Tuesday, June 25 @ 3:30pm: It's a RAINBOW REDUX of our wintry snowflake/star craft! This CRAFTernoon we'll be using colored bags to create 3-D rainbow stars! Best for ages 5+. Kids under 8 will need a grown-up helper. No registration required, but supplies are limit......More
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Tuesday June 25 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
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@som......More
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Tuesday June 25 6:30pm - 8:30pm EDT
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
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Wednesday June 26 9:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Stuffed Animal Sleepover at Central
The Stuffed Animal Sleepover is back at the Central Library! Bring your stuffed animal to the Children's Room between 9 am and 6 pm, then watch the library's social media to see what they do in the library overnight! Please note, this sleepover is for stuffed animal......More
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Wednesday June 26 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Beginner U.S. Citizenship Class
This class is for beginner English Learners who would like to apply for U.S. Citizenship. It will help you improve your English and also learn about U.S. civics. ESOL Workbooks will be provided. Requirements: Must have a green card in order to attend. For more in......More
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Wednesday June 26 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
East Branch Story Time
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-story-time-143/
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Wednesday June 26 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Lego Club at West
Let's build! Join us for Lego Club at West! Ages 5+, registration encouraged (but please come regardless!). Questions? Contact Alison: [email protected] Lego Club at West will also meet ......More
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Wednesday June 26 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
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@som......More
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Wednesday June 26 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
Medicinal Plant Walk at East
Join herbalist Mo Katz-Christy for a stroll about town to meet the plants in our neighborhood! We will explore botany and medicinal uses and have lots of space for questions and conversation. Please feel free to email Liam at [email protected] with any question......More
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Wednesday June 26 6:00pm - 8:30pm EDT
Cinema Strange: Short Animated Films by Jan Švankmajer
Please join us for a screening of short animated films by Czech filmmaker Jan Švankmajer. For more information, please contact Ellen Jacobs at [email protected]. https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/cinema-strange-tbd-6/
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Wednesday June 26 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
CelebriTea Book Club
The Celebritea Club is a monthly book club inviting patrons to read a tell-all celebrity memoir and the drink tea while discussing it. This month's selection is Not My Father's Son by Alan Cumming. Ebooks are available on Hoopla. Physical copies of the book will be av......More
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Wednesday June 26 7:00pm - 8:30pm EDT