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Tuesday May 6 9:00am - 11:30am EDT
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
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Tuesday May 6 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
English for U.S. Citizenship
This class is for 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. By registering, you ar......More
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Tuesday May 6 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 May 6 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
West Branch Singalong with Alison (tickets required)
Join us every Tuesday at 11am 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 May 6 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Spring into Self Care: Yoga with Jenn Falk
Join local yoga teacher, Jenn Falk, for a 5 week lunch-hour series that will aim to gently support the body and spirit through the seasonal transition. Each class will include various accessible yoga shapes, attention to ......More
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Tuesday May 6 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Library Social Worker: Drop-in Hours at Central
The Library Social Worker 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......More
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Tuesday May 6 4:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Consolidated Rental Waitlist - Application Assistance
The Somerville Inclusionary Housing Team is offering application assistance for the new Consolidated Rental Waitlist. This waitlist will be used to place households in Inclusionary rental units in Somerville. Join us for individualized assistance with completing yo......More
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Tuesday May 6 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@so......More
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Tuesday May 6 7:00pm - 8:30pm EDT
Between the Covers Book Group
This month's book is part 1 of a romance duology: Daughter of the Moon Goddess by Sue Lynn Tan.......More
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Wednesday May 7 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
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
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Wednesday May 7 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
English for U.S. Citizenship
This class is for 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. By registering, you ar......More
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Wednesday May 7 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
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-story-time-240/
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Wednesday May 7 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
LEGO CLUB at East
It's half day Wednesday fun for school-age kids* with the library's LEGO! Typically held the first Wednesday of the month from 1-4pm = drop in or stay and play! *Preschoolers may attend with a grown-up or play with our DUPLO. https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabet......More
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Wednesday May 7 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Good CRAFTernoon at West
It's a Half Day Wednesday - that means something fun is happening in the West Branch Children's Room! Join us for Good CRAFTernoon from 2pm - 4pm - what will you create? Registration encouraged, but not required. Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema......More
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Wednesday May 7 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@so......More
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Wednesday May 7 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
SustainaVille Sips: Home Electrification & Retrofits at West Branch
Join Somerville's Energy Advisor, Shannon Taylor, and Somerville homeowners who have completed home electrification and energy retrofit projects, for a casual discussion with snacks and refreshments provided. Everyone is welcome, whether you have already made the swit......More
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Wednesday May 7 6:00pm - 7:45pm EDT
Writer's Den
A creative writing group open to all Somerville students in grades 7-12. I'll give a prompt, we'll write together, and then share our stories out loud. This is not a library sponsored event. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact cl......More
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Wednesday May 7 6:30pm - 8:30pm EDT
Socially Conscious Film Series - The Glass Shield
Join the West Branch Library for a series of films with a focus on how film can impact the world. This series will highlight diverse filmmakers and viewpoints with a discussion from local film scholar Daniel Moore. The first film in our series is The Glass Shield dire......More
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Thursday May 8 9:00am - 11:30am EDT
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
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Thursday May 8 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]......More
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Thursday May 8 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
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
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Thursday May 8 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Somerville Family Learning Collaborative (SFLC) New Parents Support Group
Somerville Family Learning Collaborative (SFLC) hosts a New Parents Support Group every Thursday from 1 - 2:30 PM This event is free and open to the public. This is not a library event. For questions, please contact [email protected]. https://somervill......More
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Thursday May 8 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Consolidated Rental Waitlist - Application Assistance
The Somerville Inclusionary Housing Team is offering application assistance for the new Consolidated Rental Waitlist. This waitlist will be used to place households in Inclusionary rental units in Somerville. Join us for individualized assistance with completing yo......More
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Thursday May 8 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
Lego Club at Central
Build with Legos in the Children's Room on the second Thursday of each month! All materials will be provided. This event is for ages 3 and up. Questions? Contact Annie at [email protected]. https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/l......More
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Thursday May 8 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Lisa C. Taylor Author Talk
Join author Lisa C. Taylor for a short reading from her new bestselling novel, The Shape of What Remains. She will also lead participants in a mini writing activity: "The Healing Power of Words: Writing Your Way through Difficult Times." Participants are asked to br......More
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Thursday May 8 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Darning Workshop with Jessamy Shay
Darning is a fabric mending technique that involves reinforcing or re-weaving a portion of fabric by hand. In this workshop, we’ll learn how to visibly mend holes and weak areas in sweaters, socks, and other knit fabrics using seed stitch and square darning techniques......More
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Friday May 9 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
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-with-annie-178/
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Friday May 9 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Musikgarten in Boston, at the East Branch!
PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE OF DATE FOR MAY & JUNE. Dunja Pechstein, founder of “Musikgarten in Boston”, hosts a mixed-age Musikgarten class for children 1.5 to 5 years. German not required, however, participants will enjoy a German immersion experience incorporating sin......More
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Friday May 9 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
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-46/
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Friday May 9 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
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
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Friday May 9 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
LGBTeen+ Book Club!
Come check out the new LGBTeen book & social club at the Somerville Public Library! The LGBTeen Book Club is for teens in grades 7-12. While we will read a fair amount of books and graphic novels, we will also watch movies or do crafts! This will be our first meeting......More
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Saturday May 10 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Paint Your Truth: Community Healing
Beginning April 2025 through June 2025 Paint Your Truth Community Healing Series 2025 will be hosting process painting sessions at these locations below. To reserve your spot at one of the Paint Your Truth Community Healing Series 2025 sessions, you can reach out to F......More
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Saturday May 10 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
"Soccer Grannies" Author Talk
Join us for a talk with Jean Duffy, author of the book "Soccer Grannies: The South African Women Who Inspire the World." In rural South Africe, beloved humanitarian "Mama Beka" defied social convention and started a soccer team for the women in her community. Soon t......More
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Saturday May 10 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Porchfest at West - Ramble on Rose
Ramble on Rose will be returning to the West Branch for Somerville's Porchfest. Note the library will only be open for the first hour of the performance! https://somervillepubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/porchfest-at-west-ramble-on-rose/
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Monday May 12 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.......More
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Monday May 12 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
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Monday May 12 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-231/
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Monday May 12 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Library Social Worker: Drop-in Hours at West
The Library Social Worker 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......More
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Monday May 12 2:45pm - 3:45pm EDT
Queer Sex Ed for Teens with Cambridge Health Alliance
Let’s chat about identity, bodies, and relationships! Get all your questions answered with CHA educators. Today's topic is: Bodies! This workshop is intended for people in middle and high school. Questions? Contact Stephanie at [email protected] or Jake at spl......More
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Monday May 12 4:00pm - 5:00pm 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 May 12 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
T(w)een Advisory Board at the West Branch
The West Branch T(w)een Advisory Board includes reading, book discussions, and other library activities, and is intended for ages 12+. Our May book is ......More
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Monday May 12 6:30pm - 8:30pm EDT
Boston Drupal Meetup
Join the Boston Drupal Group for a night of Drupal-focused conversations, presentations, and talks from our members. Call for Lightning Talks Lightning Talks are a format where volunteers have up to 10 minutes to give a presentation, ask a question, or lead a discus......More
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Monday May 12 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
(Virtual) Experience Spring Bird Migration to the Fullest
Join Heather Wolf, one of our very favorite speakers and author of Find More Birds: 111 Surprising Ways to Spot Birds Wherever You Are and Birding at the Bridge: In Search of Every Bird on the Brooklyn Waterfront, as she shares tips for jumping into the nature documen......More
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Tuesday May 13 9:00am - 11:30am EDT
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
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Tuesday May 13 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
English for U.S. Citizenship
This class is for 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. By registering, you ar......More
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Tuesday May 13 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 May 13 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
West Branch Singalong with Alison (tickets required)
Join us every Tuesday at 11am 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 May 13 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Library Social Worker: Drop-in Hours at Central
The Library Social Worker 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......More
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Tuesday May 13 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@so......More
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Tuesday May 13 7:15pm - 8:15pm EDT
Somerville SEPAC Meeting
A chance for members of the Somerville Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) to get together to share their experiences and offer each other support This is not a Library Sponsored Event. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, co......More
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Wednesday May 14 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
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
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Wednesday May 14 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
English for U.S. Citizenship
This class is for 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. By registering, you ar......More
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Wednesday May 14 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
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-story-time-241/
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Wednesday May 14 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Lego Club at West
Join us for Lego Club from 2pm - 4pm. We provide the Lego, you bring the creativity and imagination! Ages 5+, under 8 with a grownup. Registration encouraged, but not required. Questions? Contact Alison: [email protected] https://somervillepubliclibrar......More
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Wednesday May 14 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Reptiles Rock! at East
Join Rainforest Reptiles to meet small animals like frogs, lizards, and snakes, and some larger ones like an alligator, a tortoise, and BIGGER lizards and snakes! Volunteers may assist throughout the presentation, and you may be able to handle some of the animals af......More
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Wednesday May 14 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@so......More
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Wednesday May 14 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Seed Saving How-To
Looking to test your green thumb this year? Join us to learn how to save seeds and strategies to identify plants whose seeds can be saved easily. Benefits of seed saving include preserving heirloom varieties, promoting genetic diversity, and helping plants adapt to ......More
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Wednesday May 14 6:15pm - 7:30pm EDT
Books and Brews
This month's Books and Brews title is Piranesi by Susanna Clarke. Copies have been requested and sent to all 3 SPL locations, though you are welcome to request your own, too! The ebook is available for instant borrowing on Libby. Questions? Contact Cathy and Niki at......More
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Wednesday May 14 7:00pm - 8:15pm EDT
SPL Nonfiction Book Club: Wanderlust: A History of Walking by Rebecca Solnit
Join us on Zoom May 14 at 7pm for the SPL Nonfiction Book Club's discussion of Wanderlust: A History of Walking, Rebecca Solnit's wise and witty meditation on the pleasures, politics and purposes of walking, a pursuit she fears we may be losing in an "age when arrival......More
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Thursday May 15 9:00am - 11:30am EDT
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
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Thursday May 15 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Seniors Chair Yoga at East
Join us every other Thursday as we practice chair yoga at the East Branch. We will be guided by experienced Yoga instructor Louise Parker. For more information about her work visit www.louisesimplyfit.com. Seniors especially welcome! Space is limited and will be awar......More
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Thursday May 15 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]......More
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Thursday May 15 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
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
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Thursday May 15 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
MA Senior Action Somerville Committee Meeting
The Somerville Committee is running a campaign to build seniors’ political voice and fight for quality of life in Somerville. We'll be meeting to discuss our next steps. This is not a library sponsored event. Email [email protected] with questions. https://s......More
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Thursday May 15 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Somerville Family Learning Collaborative (SFLC) New Parents Support Group
Somerville Family Learning Collaborative (SFLC) hosts a New Parents Support Group every Thursday from 1 - 2:30 PM This event is free and open to the public. This is not a library event. For questions, please contact [email protected]. https://somervill......More
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Thursday May 15 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
TwEEN CRAFT NIGHT
TwEENS in grades 6-12 are invited to the East Branch for once-monthly (typically Oct-May) crafting, chatting and snacking! May 15 we'll be making SHRINKY DINK CREATIONS (we'll include supplies to turn your creations into charm bracelets or keychains)! Registration r......More
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Friday May 16 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Baby Lapsit at East
Meghan's voice is (slightly) better! She expects adults to join in singing! ;) Enjoy baby-friendly stories, songs & rhymes and make new friends! Fridays, 10:30-11:00am. Lapsit is for babies 0 ~ PRE-walking with their parent/caregiver. Little ones who can walk ar......More
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Friday May 16 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
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-with-annie-179/
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Friday May 16 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
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-47/
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Friday May 16 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
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