Bubbles and Books (ages 0-5)

Join the staff of the Children's Room for a 25 minute story time program of songs and stories to suit all ages. Kids and their caregivers will meet new friends, learn new songs, and discover new books.  Recommended for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers with their ca......More

Join the staff of the Children's Room for a 25 minute story time program of songs and stories to suit all ages. Kids and their caregivers will meet new friends, learn new songs, and discover new books.  Recommended for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers with their caregivers. Play together and socialize after the program. Please register for all who will attend (i.e. register for 3 people if a child and two adults will attend). We have multiple story time offerings each week to offer spaces for more families to join. Register for only one story time each week. Space is limited, so registration is required for all story time programs. https://melrosepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/bubbles-and-books-ages-0-5-66/

Youth Services Program Room (Upper Level) Melrose Public Library, 69 W. Emerson Street, Melrose, MA, 02176

Teen Study Space (ages 11-18)

On Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:30-5pm, teens ages 11-18 can use the Youth Services Program Room for quiet studying, reading, or quiet group project work. Drop-in, stay for a chunk of time or the entire session. https://melrosepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/c......More

On Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:30-5pm, teens ages 11-18 can use the Youth Services Program Room for quiet studying, reading, or quiet group project work. Drop-in, stay for a chunk of time or the entire session. https://melrosepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/teen-study-space-ages-11-18-31/

Youth Services Program Room (Upper Level) Melrose Public Library, 69 W. Emerson Street, Melrose, MA, 02176

TRUSTEE'S ROOM IN USE

CITY OF MELROSE DEPARTMENT MEETING COMMUNITY SERVICES https://melrosepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/meeting-and-study-rooms/trustees-room-in-use/

Trustees Room (Lower Level) Melrose Public Library, 69 W. Emerson Street, Melrose, MA, 02176

Meeting Room (in use)

Health and Human Services Health Department Youth Action Team https://melrosepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/meeting-and-study-rooms/meeting-room-in-use-3/

Meeting Room (Lower Level) Melrose Public Library, 69 W. Emerson Street, Melrose, MA, 02176

Milano Center Book Group Meeting

The Milano Center Book Group meets the third Tuesday of every month.  Copies of the book selected for the month are available for check out at the Main Desk of the library.   For more information, please contact the Milano Center at 781-662-6886. https://melrosep......More

The Milano Center Book Group meets the third Tuesday of every month.  Copies of the book selected for the month are available for check out at the Main Desk of the library.   For more information, please contact the Milano Center at 781-662-6886. https://melrosepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/milano-center-book-group-meeting-3/

Meeting Room (Lower Level) Melrose Public Library, 69 W. Emerson Street, Melrose, MA, 02176

Teen Cookie Decorating Contest (ages 11-18)

This program is currently full, you may still register to join the wait list. Teens on the wait list will be contacted via email if a spot opens up for them. Teens ages 11-18, show off your cookie decorating skills by joining our Cookie Decorating Contest! No previo......More

This program is currently full, you may still register to join the wait list. Teens on the wait list will be contacted via email if a spot opens up for them. Teens ages 11-18, show off your cookie decorating skills by joining our Cookie Decorating Contest! No previous experience necessary, just come prepared to have fun. Note: Please do not register using a Melrose Public Schools email address. Filters will prevent confirmation emails from being delivered. Thank you. https://melrosepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/teen-craft-chat-ages-11-18-2/

Youth Services Program Room (Upper Level) Melrose Public Library, 69 W. Emerson Street, Melrose, MA, 02176

Toddler Tales (ages 1.5-3)

Join the staff of the Children's Room for a 25 minute story time program for little ones on the go and their caregivers. This program will feature songs and movements that will get little ones wiggling, bouncing, and grooving to the beat.  Recommended for toddlers wi......More

Join the staff of the Children's Room for a 25 minute story time program for little ones on the go and their caregivers. This program will feature songs and movements that will get little ones wiggling, bouncing, and grooving to the beat.  Recommended for toddlers with their caregivers. Play together and socialize after the program. Please register for all who will attend (i.e. register for 3 people if a child and two adults will attend). We have multiple story time offerings each week to offer spaces for more families to join. Register for only one story time each week. Space is limited, so registration is required for all story time programs. https://melrosepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/toddler-tales-ages-1-5-3-14/

Youth Services Program Room (Upper Level) Melrose Public Library, 69 W. Emerson Street, Melrose, MA, 02176

Significant Short Fiction Discussion Group (Adults)

This group currently meets on the third Wednesday of every month to discuss short stories.  Click HERE for the most up-to-date information on the meeting and stories being dis......More

This group currently meets on the third Wednesday of every month to discuss short stories.  Click HERE for the most up-to-date information on the meeting and stories being discussed. Register below to reserve your seat. https://melrosepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/significant-short-fiction-discussion-group-adults-17/

Meeting Room (Lower Level) Melrose Public Library, 69 W. Emerson Street, Melrose, MA, 02176

Teen Study Space (ages 11-18)

On Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:30-5pm, teens ages 11-18 can use the Youth Services Program Room for quiet studying, reading, or quiet group project work. Drop-in, stay for a chunk of time or the entire session. https://melrosepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/c......More

On Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:30-5pm, teens ages 11-18 can use the Youth Services Program Room for quiet studying, reading, or quiet group project work. Drop-in, stay for a chunk of time or the entire session. https://melrosepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/teen-study-space-ages-11-18-15/

Youth Services Program Room (Upper Level) Melrose Public Library, 69 W. Emerson Street, Melrose, MA, 02176

Baby Steps (0-18 months)

Join the staff of the Children's Room for a 20 minute story time program for babies and caregivers that focuses on early literacy skills through rhymes, songs, and movements.  Recommended for non-walkers, ages 0-18 months. Play together and socialize after the progra......More

Join the staff of the Children's Room for a 20 minute story time program for babies and caregivers that focuses on early literacy skills through rhymes, songs, and movements.  Recommended for non-walkers, ages 0-18 months. Play together and socialize after the program. Please register for all who will attend (i.e. register for 3 people if a child and two adults will attend). We have multiple story time offerings each week to offer spaces for more families to join. Register for only one story time each week. Space is limited, so registration is required for all story time programs. https://melrosepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/baby-steps-0-18-months-67/

Youth Services Program Room (Upper Level) Melrose Public Library, 69 W. Emerson Street, Melrose, MA, 02176

Coloring Club (grades K-5)

Kindergarten through fifth graders can join the staff of the Children's Room for an afternoon of coloring fun. Drop in to de-stress, draw a picture, or color a picture. Stay to color for the whole hour or just part of it. Coloring sheets will also be available to take......More

Kindergarten through fifth graders can join the staff of the Children's Room for an afternoon of coloring fun. Drop in to de-stress, draw a picture, or color a picture. Stay to color for the whole hour or just part of it. Coloring sheets will also be available to take home. This program is for kids in grades K-5.  All kids in grades K-5 are welcome. Caregivers must remain in the library while kids are in the program. https://melrosepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/coloring-club-grades-k-5-4/

Youth Services Program Room (Upper Level) Melrose Public Library, 69 W. Emerson Street, Melrose, MA, 02176

MPL Book Group (Adults)

The Melrose Public Library Book Group meets on the third Thursday of the month September through June and is moderated by our Assistant Director, Diane Wall.  Click HERE for the most up......More

The Melrose Public Library Book Group meets on the third Thursday of the month September through June and is moderated by our Assistant Director, Diane Wall.  Click HERE for the most up-to-date information on the meeting and book being discussed. Please register below to reserve your seat. https://melrosepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/mpl-book-group-adults-24/

Meeting Room (Lower Level) Melrose Public Library, 69 W. Emerson Street, Melrose, MA, 02176

Little Language Learners (12 months and up)

Join the Family Resource Network staff for a multilingual playgroup that will foster your child's curiosity. Children will be introduced to new languages through stories, songs, and movement activities.  Recommended for little ones 12 months and older with their care......More

Join the Family Resource Network staff for a multilingual playgroup that will foster your child's curiosity. Children will be introduced to new languages through stories, songs, and movement activities.  Recommended for little ones 12 months and older with their caregivers. Register separately for each child that will attend. Enter caregiver name as "Registrant" and child's name as "Attendee." Space is limited, so registration is required for this program. Please register for only one playgroup each week. https://melrosepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/little-language-learners-12-months-and-up-17/

Youth Services Program Room (Upper Level) Melrose Public Library, 69 W. Emerson Street, Melrose, MA, 02176

Head-to-Toe Fun (ages 2-5)

Join the Family Resource Network staff for an active playgroup where we will engage our minds and bodies from head to toe, with movement, songs and games. A Yoga practice and story to end group will help kids and caregivers feel grounded and energized! Recommended fo......More

Join the Family Resource Network staff for an active playgroup where we will engage our minds and bodies from head to toe, with movement, songs and games. A Yoga practice and story to end group will help kids and caregivers feel grounded and energized! Recommended for toddler and preschoolers with their caregivers. Register separately for each child that will attend. Enter caregiver name as "Registrant" and child's name as "Attendee." Space is limited, so registration is required for this program. Please register for only one playgroup each week. https://melrosepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/head-to-toe-fun-ages-2-5-12/

Youth Services Program Room (Upper Level) Melrose Public Library, 69 W. Emerson Street, Melrose, MA, 02176

Red Scarf Book Club

R.S.B.C. Meeting https://melrosepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/r-s-b-c-meeting-milano-ctr-70/

Meeting Room (Lower Level) Melrose Public Library, 69 W. Emerson Street, Melrose, MA, 02176

Teen Study Space (ages 11-18)

On Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:30-5pm, teens ages 11-18 can use the Youth Services Program Room for quiet studying, reading, or quiet group project work. Drop-in, stay for a chunk of time or the entire session. https://melrosepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/c......More

On Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:30-5pm, teens ages 11-18 can use the Youth Services Program Room for quiet studying, reading, or quiet group project work. Drop-in, stay for a chunk of time or the entire session. https://melrosepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/teen-study-space-ages-11-18-32/

Youth Services Program Room (Upper Level) Melrose Public Library, 69 W. Emerson Street, Melrose, MA, 02176

Tasty Books for Hungry Readers (Adults)

Tasty Books for Hungry Readers Join friends old and new for a lively discussion of this month's title!  Click HERE for the most up-to-date information on the meeting and book being d......More

Tasty Books for Hungry Readers Join friends old and new for a lively discussion of this month's title!  Click HERE for the most up-to-date information on the meeting and book being discussed. Register below to reserve your seat. https://melrosepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/virtual-tasty-books-for-hungry-readers-adults-79/

Meeting Room (Lower Level) Melrose Public Library, 69 W. Emerson Street, Melrose, MA, 02176

LIBRARY CLOSING at 1 p.m.

In observance of the holiday, the library will close at 1 p.m. today. https://melrosepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/library-closing-at-1-p-m-9/

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