YARG! YA Roleplaying Group (Grades 5+)

Young Adults in the 5th through 12th grade are invited to read, play and game with their friends in a weekly program at the library in the Program Room. Learn about Dungeons and Dragons, Pathfinder and tons of other small tabletop pen and paper games while enjoying ligh......More

Young Adults in the 5th through 12th grade are invited to read, play and game with their friends in a weekly program at the library in the Program Room. Learn about Dungeons and Dragons, Pathfinder and tons of other small tabletop pen and paper games while enjoying light refreshments and friends. No sign up is required but space and snacks are limited.

Local History Hours

Local History hours are held in the Converse Building and staffed by our local history librarian, Phillip. You can access our local history collection during these hours, and ask Phillip questions you may have about Malden history or research.

Song & Rhyme Time

This program features songs, nursery rhymes, and a simple picture book for infants and young children. A fun way to enrich your child's literacy! Recommended for ages 6 months to 4 years.

MPL Children's Room

Yarn & Yap

Bring your knitting or crochet project to work on while chatting with other crafters! Please note that this is not a class. No registration required.

50+ Job Seekers Networking Group

The Library 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a ......More

The Library 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career," this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking! Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition. Each meeting features a new topic. Meetings include a presentation and interactive workshop on topics relevant to career transition, guest speakers, access to hiring managers, small group breakout rooms to network, and 1-on-1 coaching guidance. Participating on a regular basis will give job seekers the many tools and strategies needed for a successful job search. Each biweekly meeting is facilitated by Deborah Hope, MBA, PCIC, an experienced executive career coach. Deborah is a former Fortune 500 executive, investment banker and entrepreneur. She transitioned to executive coaching over 12 years ago. Deborah has coached with Harvard Business School Executive Education programs and the Massachusetts Conference for Women. She has been trained or certified in a variety of coaching models and assessment tools. Deborah has facilitated 50+ job seekers networking groups since 2016.  Register directly on Zoom HERE. This group is sponsored by approximately 50 Massachusetts public libraries. RECORDING NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program.

Zoom

English Conversation Class/ESOL

Join us every Wednesday from 1:00-2:00pm for our English Conversation Class/ESOL for English Language Learners. Meet us in person in the Program Room (2nd Floor) of the Malden Public Library. Limited to 35 students. Classes are for 8 weeks.

Program Room

Converse Galleries - Open Gallery Hours

Call for reservation, limit 10 per tour

Local History Hours

Local History hours are held in the Converse Building and staffed by our local history librarian, Phillip. You can access our local history collection during these hours, and ask Phillip questions you may have about Malden history or research.

Games & Activities

Program Room

Teeth Time

A fun and informative program about taking care of your teeth! Complete with reading, coloring pages, and hands-on learning. Located in the Children's Room. Recommended for ages 5-7, no registration required.

MPL Children's Room

Tech Help Drop-In

Assistance will be on a first come, first served basis. Please bring your device, logins, and passwords.

Malden Public Library, 36 Salem St, Malden, MA 02148, USA

Arabic Stories & Songs

Iqraa Program - Arabic Stories & Songs for young children and their caregivers. No registration necessary.

MPL Children's Room

Library Open 9-1pm

Converse Art Galleries - Open Hours

YARG! YA Roleplaying Group (Grades 5+)

Young Adults in the 5th through 12th grade are invited to read, play and game with their friends in a weekly program at the library in the Program Room. Learn about Dungeons and Dragons, Pathfinder and tons of other small tabletop pen and paper games while enjoying ligh......More

Young Adults in the 5th through 12th grade are invited to read, play and game with their friends in a weekly program at the library in the Program Room. Learn about Dungeons and Dragons, Pathfinder and tons of other small tabletop pen and paper games while enjoying light refreshments and friends. No sign up is required but space and snacks are limited.

Local History Hours

Local History hours are held in the Converse Building and staffed by our local history librarian, Phillip. You can access our local history collection during these hours, and ask Phillip questions you may have about Malden history or research.

Language Access Drop-In

Elena Martinez, Malden's Language Access Coordinator. Our city celebrates a cultural diversity of more than 60 languages; we have dedicated support to ensure everyone in our community has an equal understanding and access to all the resources and opportunities availab......More

Elena Martinez, Malden's Language Access Coordinator. Our city celebrates a cultural diversity of more than 60 languages; we have dedicated support to ensure everyone in our community has an equal understanding and access to all the resources and opportunities available. Meet Malden's Language Access Coordinator. Learn about services available at City Hall to ensure departments serve all multilingual resident interactions.

Human Services/Addiction Resources Drop-In

If you need assistance, come by for Human Services/Addiction Resources Drop-In Hour! Malden's Health and Human Services Coordinator, Bridget Furlong, is here to support you and your loved ones by connecting you to vital community resources. Whether you need assistance......More

If you need assistance, come by for Human Services/Addiction Resources Drop-In Hour! Malden's Health and Human Services Coordinator, Bridget Furlong, is here to support you and your loved ones by connecting you to vital community resources. Whether you need assistance with mental health, substance use, housing, food access, or other essential services, Bridget can help guide you to the right support. Contact Bridget Furlong at 781-870-0907, or [email protected]. Malden's Addiction Recovery Resource Specialist, Paul Hammersley, and Recovery Coach, PJ Bell, are here to support you and your loved ones on the journey to sustainable recovery by removing barriers, navigating the treatment system, and connecting with available resources while encouraging hope, optimism, and healthy living. Contact Paul Hammersley at 781-838-2203, and contact PJ Bell at 781-922-0281.

Study Room 1

Malden Office of Housing Stability

Free Legal Assistance. Meet with an attorney to discuss housing concerns, eviction, financial assistance, affordable housing, etc. Call 781-322-9119 ext. 146 or email [email protected] with questions......More

Free Legal Assistance. Meet with an attorney to discuss housing concerns, eviction, financial assistance, affordable housing, etc. Call 781-322-9119 ext. 146 or email [email protected] with questions.

English Conversation Class/ESOL

Join us every Wednesday from 1:00-2:00pm for our English Conversation Class/ESOL for English Language Learners. Meet us in person in the Program Room (2nd Floor) of the Malden Public Library. Limited to 35 students. Classes are for 8 weeks.

Program Room

Converse Galleries - Open Gallery Hours

Call for reservation, limit 10 per tour

Local History Hours

Local History hours are held in the Converse Building and staffed by our local history librarian, Phillip. You can access our local history collection during these hours, and ask Phillip questions you may have about Malden history or research.

Tech Help Drop-In

Assistance will be on a first come, first served basis. Please bring your device, logins, and passwords.

Malden Public Library, 36 Salem St, Malden, MA 02148, USA

August Book Discussion

Our monthly book discussion usually meets on the fourth Thursday of the month.  The title for August is 'Colored Television' by Danzy Senna.  Copies of the book are available at the Information Desk and from Libby. Registration is encouraged.   please email Heid......More

Our monthly book discussion usually meets on the fourth Thursday of the month.  The title for August is 'Colored Television' by Danzy Senna.  Copies of the book are available at the Information Desk and from Libby. Registration is encouraged.   please email Heidi with questions.  [email protected] August Book Discussion