Worcester Public Library
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Monday June 17 9:00am - 2:00pm EDT
Innovation Center Open Maker Hours
The Fletcher Family Innovation Center at the Main Library is a maker space where all community members may enjoy free access to tools and technology to engage in projects, learn new skills, and collaborate hands-on with others through creating and making. Open Maker......More
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Monday June 17 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Everyday English Class
Drop in to this student-centered class which focuses on English used in everyday conversations. Students learn English used in real life scenarios and have an opportunity to apply what they learn through real world practice. Instructor Holly Ashton graduated with a d......More
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Monday June 17 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Stories and Songs
Mondays: June 3, 10, 17, 24 July 1, 8, 22, 29 11:00 AM Main Library- Pappas Children's Center For families with children 5 and under. Children and families are welcome to our weekly stories, sing-alongs, and fun activities. A great way for children to gain early li......More
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Monday June 17 3:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
Sewing Club for Teens: Project WPL
Join us this summer to learn how to design an entire outfit all on your own and then learn the sewing skills needed to make it come to life. All supplies are offered but you are welcome to bring your own supplies if you wish. At the end of the series on August 12 we w......More
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Monday June 17 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Diamond Painting
Let’s get crafty with diamond painting. Drop-in to make a small project while supplies last. Suggested for ages 6-11 https://mywpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/diamond-painting-4/
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Monday June 17 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Disney Cooking with Litani
New 8 week series! Ages 6-11. It's a Disney cooking extravaganza! Make all of your wishes come true with chef Litani and cook yummy foods from your favorite Disney movies. You are welcome to dress in your awesome Disney clothes and accessories. Registration (please......More
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Monday June 17 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Let's Celebrate Summer!
Celebrate the start of summer at the Worcester Public Library Roosevelt branch with a special family storytime, plus crafts, book bingo, and more! Register for summer reading and get a prize! https://mywpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/lets-celebrate-summer/
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Monday June 17 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Switch it Up! Games
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch. Choose from Overcooked, Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury, Just Dance, Super Smash Bros., and others. Games are rated E10 and E. For children ages 6 and up. https://mywpl.assabetinteractive......More
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Tuesday June 18 9:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Innovation Center Open Maker Hours
The Fletcher Family Innovation Center at the Main Library is a maker space where all community members may enjoy free access to tools and technology to engage in projects, learn new skills, and collaborate hands-on with others through creating and making. Open Maker......More
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Tuesday June 18 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Citizenship Class
Drop in to this student-centered class designed to prepare students for the U.S. citizenship or naturalization exam and interview. Instruction is provided in the areas of government, current events, test-taking strategies, and appropriate English Skills. Instructor H......More
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Tuesday June 18 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Family Storytime
Family storytime is an engaging and interactive experience for children 0 - 5 with a caregiver. We will explore early literacy skills as we read, sing, and move. Then stay and play. Older siblings are welcome! https://mywpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/family-sto......More
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Tuesday June 18 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Office Hours with the New Americans Librarian
Meet with the New American Librarian for help finding resources to learn English, referrals for immigration-related legal help, and other information to help you thrive as an immigrant, refugee, or international visitor in Worcester. Se habla español. No appointment n......More
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Tuesday June 18 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Science Fiction Book Club
Do you like reading about spaceships, parallel worlds, aliens, telepathy, time travel or droids? Join us to discuss great SF & Fantasy fiction. Ages 16 and up are welcome. 6/18: This is How You Lose the Time War, by Amal El-Mohtar 7/16: A Canticle for Leibowitz by W......More
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Tuesday June 18 3:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
Whimsical Workshop - Kente Weaving Mat
– Juneteeth is observed on June 19th and we are making Kente weaving mats to celebrate. Kente is a traditional African art form used to craft clothing for important ceremonies. https://mywpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/whimsical-workshop-kente-weaving-mat/
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Tuesday June 18 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Let's Celebrate Summer!
Celebrate the start of summer at the Worcester Public Library Burncoat branch with a special family storytime, plus crafts, book bingo, and more! Register for summer reading and get a prize! https://mywpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/lets-celebrate-summer-2/
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Tuesday June 18 5:30pm - 7:00pm EDT
English Conversation Circle
Practice speaking English in a relaxed, comfortable place, and meet new friends as we learn by talking together. https://mywpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/english-conversation-circle-162/
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Tuesday June 18 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Family Fun: Diamond Art Painted Stickers
Main Library- Pappas Children's Center For families with children ages 6-11. Create sparkling, vibrant stickers by applying tiny rhinestones to designs of your choice in this fun, relaxing craft! Thank you to our summer reading sponsors: UniBank, Mattina Proctor Fo......More
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Tuesday June 18 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Magical Girls & Fighting Dreamers: An Exploration of Queer Representation in Manga & Anime
Worcester Public Library is partnering up with the Morrill Memorial Library to offer a virtual presentation called "Magical Girls and Fighting Dreamers: An Exploration of Queer Representation in Manga & Anime" on Tuesday, June 18 starting at 7:00pm virtually on Zoom. ......More
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Wednesday June 19 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Office Hours with the Social Services Specialist
If you or a loved one is struggling with homelessness, food insecurity, a mental health disorder, or substance abuse, drop in to speak with a social worker who will help you find and connect with local resources and services. First come, first served. https://mywpl......More
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Thursday June 20 9:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Innovation Center Open Maker Hours
The Fletcher Family Innovation Center at the Main Library is a maker space where all community members may enjoy free access to tools and technology to engage in projects, learn new skills, and collaborate hands-on with others through creating and making. Open Maker......More
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Thursday June 20 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Toddler Time
Is your little one ready for a fun time with books? You’re invited to participate in stories, music, and movement. Early listening and literacy skills are built during this meaningful experience with parents/caregivers. When we’re done, stay and play and make new frie......More
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Thursday June 20 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Office Hours with the Social Services Specialist
If you or a loved one is struggling with homelessness, food insecurity, a mental health disorder, or substance abuse, drop in to speak with a social worker who will help you find and connect with local resources and services. First come, first served. https://mywpl......More
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Thursday June 20 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
CELEBRATE SUMMER
The dog days of summer are almost here so join us as we Celebrate Summer at the GBV branch! All ages can sign up for summer reading and children and teens can get their face blinged. We will also have a take and make dog puppet craft recommended for ages 6-11 while su......More
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Thursday June 20 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Face Bling with Glitter Girls
The dog days of summer are almost here, so join us as we Celebrate Summer at the Great Brook Valley Branch! Sign up for our summer reading challenge (you can win prizes!) and get your face blinged by the Gli......More
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Thursday June 20 3:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
Teen Craft Workshop
Each week we will explore a different craft that uses a machine in the Innovation Center to help you get used to designing, creating, and building your cool ideas! June 20th: Mason Jar Shaker Keychains June 27th: Stained Glass Succulents July 11th: Adopt a Baby Mo......More
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Thursday June 20 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Let's Celebrate Summer!
Celebrate the start of summer at the Worcester Public Library Goddard branch with a special family storytime, plus crafts, book bingo, and more! Register for summer reading and get a prize! https://mywpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/lets-celebrate-summer-3/
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Friday June 21 9:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Innovation Center Open Maker Hours
The Fletcher Family Innovation Center at the Main Library is a maker space where all community members may enjoy free access to tools and technology to engage in projects, learn new skills, and collaborate hands-on with others through creating and making. Open Maker......More
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Friday June 21 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Baby Bounce
Introduce your baby to reading with stories, action rhymes, fingerplays, songs and lots of snuggling. You are invited to stay for play/social time after the program. For ages 0-18 months. https://mywpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/baby-bounce-176/
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Friday June 21 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
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Friday June 21 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
STEAM & Stories
In this storytime we will build early math and science skills through books, activities, and art. Each week we have a different topic to explore. Suggested for ages 3-5 with a caregiver. https://mywpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/steam-stories-45/
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Friday June 21 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
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Friday June 21 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Read to Service Dog in Training Hattie.
Build reading confidence and make a new friend reading to Hattie, a service dog in training! When you arrive sign up for a reading slot on a first come first serve basis at the service desk. Suggested for children in K-6. https://mywpl.assabetinteractive.com/calenda......More
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Friday June 21 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Let's Celebrate Summer!
Celebrate the start of summer at the Worcester Public Library Tatnuck branch with a special family storytime, plus crafts, book bingo, and more! Register for summer reading and get a prize! https://mywpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/lets-celebrate-summer-4/
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Saturday June 22 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Spectrum Support Playgroup
Come as you are! A sensory and spectrum-friendly playgroup. Parents can connect and chat while we provide a wide variety of sensory toys and activities for wherever your child might be on the spectrum. Recommended for families with children 6 and under. Thank you to ......More
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Saturday June 22 11:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Innovation Center Open Maker Hours
The Fletcher Family Innovation Center at the Main Library is a maker space where all community members may enjoy free access to tools and technology to engage in projects, learn new skills, and collaborate hands-on with others through creating and making. Open Maker......More
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Saturday June 22 11:00am - 12:30pm EDT
De-Stress with Dogs
Visit with a registered* therapy dog to bring a little rest and relaxation to your day. Therapy animals* are generally privately owned pets who are brought by their handlers to places to bring joy and smiles. This program is made possible by Tufts Paws for People, wh......More
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Saturday June 22 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Everyday English Class
Drop in to this student-centered class which focuses on English used in everyday conversations. Students learn English used in real life scenarios and have an opportunity to apply what they learn through real world practice. Instructor Holly Ashton graduated with a d......More
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Saturday June 22 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Teen Crafternoon - Perler Beads Pride Flag Keychains
Teens can get crafty making pride flag keychains with Perler Beads while supplies last. Patterns will be provided, but teens are encouraged to use their imaginations to get creative making their own designs if they don't want to make a pride flag. Open to teens ages ......More
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Monday June 24 9:00am - 2:00pm EDT
Innovation Center Open Maker Hours
The Fletcher Family Innovation Center at the Main Library is a maker space where all community members may enjoy free access to tools and technology to engage in projects, learn new skills, and collaborate hands-on with others through creating and making. Open Maker......More
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Monday June 24 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Everyday English Class
Drop in to this student-centered class which focuses on English used in everyday conversations. Students learn English used in real life scenarios and have an opportunity to apply what they learn through real world practice. Instructor Holly Ashton graduated with a d......More
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Monday June 24 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Stories and Songs
Mondays: June 3, 10, 17, 24 July 1, 8, 22, 29 11:00 AM Main Library- Pappas Children's Center For families with children 5 and under. Children and families are welcome to our weekly stories, sing-alongs, and fun activities. A great way for children to gain early li......More
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Monday June 24 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Celebrate Summer
Celebrate the Dog Days of Summer at the Frances Perkins Branch! Sign up for summer reading for all ages, get your face blinged, and play on our front yard from 3-5PM. Then, explore a treasure trove of stories waiting to be discovered at our Friends of the Library book......More
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Monday June 24 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Face Bling with Glitter Girls
The dog days of summer are almost here, so join us as we Celebrate Summer at the Frances Perkins Branch! Sign up for our summer reading challenge (you can win prizes!) and get your face blinged by the Glitte......More
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Monday June 24 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Disney Cooking with Litani
New 8 week series! (May 20th-July 15th) Ages 6-11. It's a Disney cooking extravaganza! Make all of your wishes come true with chef Litani and cook yummy foods from your favorite Disney movies. You are welcome to dress in your awesome Disney clothes and accessories.......More
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Tuesday June 25 9:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Innovation Center Open Maker Hours
The Fletcher Family Innovation Center at the Main Library is a maker space where all community members may enjoy free access to tools and technology to engage in projects, learn new skills, and collaborate hands-on with others through creating and making. Open Maker......More
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Tuesday June 25 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Citizenship Class
Drop in to this student-centered class designed to prepare students for the U.S. citizenship or naturalization exam and interview. Instruction is provided in the areas of government, current events, test-taking strategies, and appropriate English Skills. Instructor H......More
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Tuesday June 25 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Family Storytime
Family storytime is an engaging and interactive experience for children 0 - 5 with a caregiver. We will explore early literacy skills as we read, sing, and move. Then stay and play. Older siblings are welcome! https://mywpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/family-sto......More
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Tuesday June 25 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Office Hours with the New Americans Librarian
Meet with the New American Librarian for help finding resources to learn English, referrals for immigration-related legal help, and other information to help you thrive as an immigrant, refugee, or international visitor in Worcester. Se habla español. No appointment n......More
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Tuesday June 25 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Business Plan Basics
This workshop provides an overview of writing a business plan. Topics include: why you need to write a business plan, an overview of each section of a business plan, research and writing tips, and resources for help and support. A sample business plan template will be......More
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Tuesday June 25 3:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
Whimsical Workshop - Baby Turtles
Did you know that turtles come in many different colors and that this helps them blend into their respective environments? Their different hues and patterns help protect them from predators. Make your own colorful baby turtle by weaving your choice of yarn around pops......More
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Tuesday June 25 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Create Your Own Nature Journal
Are you looking for a way to encourage exploration and mindfulness of the outdoors? Join us to decorate and personalize your own nature journal. Participants will decorate a journal and be given prompts and ideas to fill the journal with when exploring the outdoors, ......More
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Tuesday June 25 5:30pm - 7:00pm EDT
English Conversation Circle
Practice speaking English in a relaxed, comfortable place, and meet new friends as we learn by talking together. https://mywpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/english-conversation-circle-163/
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Wednesday June 26 9:00am - 8:00pm EDT
Innovation Center Open Maker Hours
The Fletcher Family Innovation Center at the Main Library is a maker space where all community members may enjoy free access to tools and technology to engage in projects, learn new skills, and collaborate hands-on with others through creating and making. Open Maker......More
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Wednesday June 26 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Everyday English Class
Drop in to this student-centered class which focuses on English used in everyday conversations. Students learn English used in real life scenarios and have an opportunity to apply what they learn through real world practice. Instructor Holly Ashton graduated with a d......More
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Wednesday June 26 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Office Hours with the Social Services Specialist
If you or a loved one is struggling with homelessness, food insecurity, a mental health disorder, or substance abuse, drop in to speak with a social worker who will help you find and connect with local resources and services. First come, first served. https://mywpl......More
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Wednesday June 26 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Movie Matinee
Join us for some scrumdiddlyumptious fun as we watch Wonka. Rated PG. https://mywpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/movie-matinee-3/
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Wednesday June 26 3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
DIY Crafts for Adults
Summer crafts include Pride jewelry, watercolor art, beaded wind chimes, and pinata succulents. Subject to change. https://mywpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/diy-crafts-for-adults-187/
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Wednesday June 26 3:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
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Wednesday June 26 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Dr. Rosie Helps the Animals: Stuffie Vet Clinic
Bring your favorite stuffed animal for a reading of Dr. Rosie Helps the Animals by Jennifer Welborn. Children will then learn about veterinary treatments using a mini-vet kit to diagnose and treat their stuffed animal. Registration is required as space is limited; sig......More
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Wednesday June 26 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Drop-In Switch Gaming
Get ready for a night of friendly competition! Stop by the Teen Space between 6-7PM, we’ll have the Nintendo Switch set up with games such as Mario Kart, Smash Bros, and more. Bring your friends! All gaming equipment will be provided by the library. Open to Teens, a......More
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Wednesday June 26 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Family Pizza Night
You are the guests at our monthly family dinner and advisory group. All family members with children ages 17 and under are welcome to enjoy dinner together while sharing with us the different ways that the library can enrich your lives. Registration is required as spa......More
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Wednesday June 26 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Genealogy Club (Virtual)
Please join fellow genealogists from WPL and the Massachusetts Society of Genealogists as we meet via Zoom to informally discuss the joys and challenges of sharing our passion for family history. Bring your curiosity, your latest research and those stubborn brick wal......More