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Monday, April 1All DayCentral Library CirculationCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
East BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
West Branch Library CirculationWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Take Home a Blackout Poetry Kit
Celebrate Poetry Month at the Library!Starting April 1, Take-and-Make kits containing supplies for blackout poetry kits will be available at all three library locations. These kits will include pages from several books (randomly assorted), a black marker, and a zine.…Learn MoreMonday, April 111:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Cuentos en español/Storytime in Spanish
¡Ven a disfrutar de cuentos y canciones con Cathy, totalmente en español! ¿Preguntas? Contacte a Cathy: cmessier@somervillema. gov
Come enjoy stories and songs with Cathy, entirely in Spanish! Questions? Contact Cathy: cmessier@somervillema.…Learn MoreMonday, April 14:00—4:45 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
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.…Learn More2
Tuesday, April 210:00—10:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
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 for Singalong and will be distributed in the Children's Room beginning at 9am (first come, first served).…Learn MoreTuesday, April 210:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
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.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 211:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
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 for Singalong and will be distributed in the Children's Room beginning at 9am (first come, first served).…Learn More3
Wednesday, April 311:00—11:45 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
East Branch Story Time
Join Meghan for stories, songs, finger plays and fun!We appreciate strollers being parked outside as we have limited space.Wednesday, April 311:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Singalong in Chinese
Join us for a singalong in Chinese! All ages welcome. First Wednesday of the month at 11am: February 7 (cancelled), March 6, April 3, May 1, June 5. Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema. gov4
Thursday, April 411:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
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 community.…Learn MoreThursday, April 44:00—4:45 PMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Craftastic Kids! at Central
Join us for a craft project on the first Thursday of every month in the Children's Room! We will provide the supplies. Intended for ages 5 and up. April 4th activity: Recycled Magazine Collage!Questions? Contact Annie at aschapira@somervillema. gov.5
Friday, April 510:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Toddler Storytime with Annie
Join Annie for a Friday morning storytime celebration!This event will take place in the Children's Room.Friday, April 510:45—11:45 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
Baby Yoga with Bala Bends, at East!
Join Krissy, founder of Bala Bends for a special baby yoga series at the East Branch!We will help our little ones into yoga poses and developmental exercises while we dance, sing, and play. Tummy time will be fun as we socialize with other babies and build strength for sitting, scooting, crawling, and walking.…Learn MoreFriday, April 511:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
West Branch Storytime with Alison
Join us for low-key stories in the West Branch Children's Room!This program is designed for children who want to, and are able to, sit and listen to stories. If you don't feel like sitting and listening, please try again next week!Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema.…Learn MoreFriday, April 511:00 AM—12:00 PMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Baby Sign Language at West
Reduce frustration and teach your baby to communicate before they can speak! Sheryl White of Baby Kneads teaches this 4-part class for caregivers with pre-verbal children ages 5 months and up.
Classes are 45 minutes long and held at 11am on four Fridays: April 5, 12, and 26 (4/26 only on Zoom), and May 3 (note gap during school vacation week).…Learn More6
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Sunday, April 73:00—4:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Bilingual Storytelling: Madre Monte
Spanish Fun Program and Karina Travel Connectors are returning to the SPL with their Bilingual Storytelling series! This program is a family oriented Spanish immersion for those who practice the language or for those who want to learn. The program includes bilingual storytelling, music and dance, dynamic games, and arts and crafts!
In honor of Earth's Month we'll hear The legend of the Mother Mount, La Leyenda de la Madre Monte! It is a story deeply rooted in the oral tradition of the Colombian Amazon and part of the eastern plains.…Learn More
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Monday, April 810:30—11:00 AMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Singalong with Matt Heaton
Matt and his guitar will have kids laughing, dancing, and singing along! Great foot-stomping, hand-clapping music that is entertaining to children as well as their adults!Questions? Contact Annie at aschapira@somervillema. govMonday, April 811:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Cuentos en español/Storytime in Spanish
¡Ven a disfrutar de cuentos y canciones con Cathy, totalmente en español! ¿Preguntas? Contacte a Cathy: cmessier@somervillema. gov
Come enjoy stories and songs with Cathy, entirely in Spanish! Questions? Contact Cathy: cmessier@somervillema.…Learn MoreMonday, April 82:00—4:00 PMCentral Library LawnCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Eclipse Viewing Party at the Central Library
Join the Library for our Eclipse Viewing Party!A solar eclipse occurs with the moon passes directly between the Earth and the Sun. The moon is much smaller than the sun, but because it is so close to the Earth it can appear to partially or complete block the image of the sun.…Learn More
Monday, April 82:00—4:00 PMWest Branch BackyardWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Eclipse Viewing Party at the West Branch
Join the West Branch for our Eclipse Viewing Party!A solar eclipse occurs with the moon passes directly between the Earth and the Sun. The moon is much smaller than the sun, but because it is so close to the Earth it can appear to partially or complete block the image of the sun.…Learn More
Monday, April 82:45—4:00 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
East Branch LawnEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
View the Eclipse at the East Branch!
Join us for eclipse-viewing outside the East Branch @ 3:00pm!A solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes directly between the Earth and the Sun. Though the moon is much smaller than the sun, because it is so close to Earth, it will appear to block our view of the sun! While not in the "path of totality", we will witness about 90% totality.…Learn MoreMonday, April 84:00—4:45 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
CANCELED - 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.…Learn MoreMonday, April 86:30—7:30 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
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 April book is Dry by Neal Shusterman, and will be available at our March meeting and in the West Branch Children's Room.…Learn More9
Tuesday, April 910:00—10:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
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 for Singalong and will be distributed in the Children's Room beginning at 9am (first come, first served).…Learn MoreTuesday, April 910:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
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.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 911:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
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 for Singalong and will be distributed in the Children's Room beginning at 9am (first come, first served).…Learn MoreTuesday, April 93:30—4:30 PMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Chapter Chatter Book Club
Chapter Chatter is a book club for ages 9-11, meeting on the second Tuesday of every month in the Central Library Children's Room. For our April 9 meeting, participants may choose to read one of the following novels in verse. The Crossover by Kwame AlexanderThe Last Fifth Grade of Emerson Elementary by Laura ShovanStarfish by Lisa FippsZorgamazoo by Robert Paul WestonCome prepared to discuss your book and work on a blackout poetry craft!Chapter Chatter will return on every second Tuesday of the month:5/14 | 6/11 | 7/09 | 8/13 | 9/10 | 10/08 | 11/12 | 12/10All titles are available to order through the Minuteman Library Network.…Learn More10
Wednesday, April 1011:00—11:45 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
East Branch Story Time
Join Meghan for stories, songs, finger plays and fun!We appreciate strollers being parked outside as we have limited space.Wednesday, April 1012:15—3:15 PMTeen RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
CANCELED - Half-Day Wednesday Video Game Hangout
Come hang out and play multi-player Nintendo Switch games on the big screen! Try Super Smash Bros. , Mario Kart, Rocket League or bring your own games! Recommended for ages 10-18. Questions? Please contact Ellen Jacobs at ejacobs@somervillema. gov. Would you like a text reminder for this event? Text @SPLRemind to 81010 to sign up for text reminders about teen and tween events.Wednesday, April 1012:30—3:30 PMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Board Games for Kids!
Come and have fun with checkers, chess, Mancala, Scrabble, and other board games on half-day Wednesdays! (This is not an instructional session, but it is an opportunity for friendly competition with your peers who already know how to play. )This event takes place in the Children's Room.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 101:00—3:00 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Lego Club at West (SPS Half Day)
Come build with us! We'll have lots of Lego and inspiration.
These are tiny Legos; suggested for ages 5+. We also have Duplo and Megablocks for younger children.
Registration encouraged.
Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema. gov…Learn More11
Thursday, April 1111:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
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 community.…Learn MoreThursday, April 113:30—5:00 PMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Therapy Dog for Young Readers at Central
New or nervous readers are invited to practice and develop confidence by reading aloud to Waffles, a certified therapy dog, who will be a patient and non-judgmental audience!Waffles will be accompanied by his human handler. This program is recommended for ages 4 through 11.…Learn More12
Friday, April 1210:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Toddler Storytime with Annie
Join Annie for a Friday morning storytime celebration!This event will take place in the Children's Room.Friday, April 1210:30—11:15 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
Rockabye Beats, at East!
Join us as we welcome Rockabye Beats' newest Jarred for a morning of music & movement!Rockabye Beats is perfect for ages 0-5 and replaces today's regularly-scheduled Baby Lapsit!We appreciate strollers being parked outside so that we have room to…Learn MoreFriday, April 1211:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
West Branch Storytime with Alison
Join us for low-key stories in the West Branch Children's Room!This program is designed for children who want to, and are able to, sit and listen to stories. If you don't feel like sitting and listening, please try again next week!Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema.…Learn MoreFriday, April 1211:00 AM—12:00 PMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Baby Sign Language at West
Reduce frustration and teach your baby to communicate before they can speak! Sheryl White of Baby Kneads teaches this 4-part class for caregivers with pre-verbal children ages 5 months and up.
Classes are 45 minutes long and held at 11am on four Fridays: April 5, 12, and 26 (4/26 only on Zoom), and May 3 (note gap during school vacation week).…Learn More13
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Monday, April 15Closed
Central Library
East Branch
West Branch
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Tuesday, April 1610:00—10:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
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 for Singalong and will be distributed in the Children's Room beginning at 9am (first come, first served).…Learn MoreTuesday, April 1610:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
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.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 1611:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
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 for Singalong and will be distributed in the Children's Room beginning at 9am (first come, first served).…Learn MoreTuesday, April 163:30—4:30 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
The Poop Museum
The Poop Museum is the place to come for those who are curious and have questions about poop, and also, if like Susie Maguire, they LOVE poop, and think it’s fascinating! Susie is a poop expert who thinks poop is THE most interesting subject in the world.…Learn More17
Wednesday, April 1711:00—11:45 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
Rosalita's Puppets presents The Fairytale Olympics
Rosalita's Puppets presents The Fairytale Olympics!Queen Emerald decides to hold an Olympics for the fairytale creatures of her kingdom, but what happens when one of the contestant cheats? With themes of sportsmanship and self esteem, this marionette show is best for children ages 3-8 and their families.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 172:00—4:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Megamind (School Vacation Week Movie)
Over the years, Megamind has tried to conquer Metro City in every imaginable way. Each attempt is a colossal failure thanks to the caped superhero known as Metro Man. .. until the day Megamind actually defeats him in the throes of one of his botched evil plans.…Learn More18
Thursday, April 1811:00—11:30 AMCentral Library LawnCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Children's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Music & Movement with MaryBeth Maes at Central
Join MaryBeth Maes for a morning of music and movement at the Central Library!Questions? Contact Annie at aschapira@somervillema. gov.Thursday, April 1811:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
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 community.…Learn MoreThursday, April 182:30—3:30 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
GOOD CRAFTernoon at East : April Showers!
It's a SCHOOL VACATION WEEK GOOD CRAFTernoon at East!All ages* invited to create an April Showers craft. This craft is simple, but children under 5 will need a helper for cutting & tying. Thursday, April 18th 2:30-3:30pmFor more info, contact Meghan: mforsell@somervillema.…Learn MoreThursday, April 184:00—4:45 PMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
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 aschapira@somervillema. gov.19
Friday, April 1910:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Toddler Storytime with Annie
Join Annie for a Friday morning storytime celebration!This event will take place in the Children's Room.Friday, April 1911:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
West Branch Storytime with Alison
Join us for low-key stories in the West Branch Children's Room!This program is designed for children who want to, and are able to, sit and listen to stories. If you don't feel like sitting and listening, please try again next week!Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema.…Learn More20
Saturday, April 201:00—2:30 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Science Club for Girls Live! at the SPL
Science Club for Girls’ TV show, SCFGLive! is a fun, interactive science show for young scientists of all ages—especially girls in kindergarten through 3rd grade. Each week, episodes focus on a different STEM topic—from chemical explosions, to the science of smell, to renewable energy, to vaccines and the immune system—with hands-on experiments and special guest scientists.…Learn More21
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Monday, April 2211:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Cuentos en español/Storytime in Spanish
¡Ven a disfrutar de cuentos y canciones con Cathy, totalmente en español! ¿Preguntas? Contacte a Cathy: cmessier@somervillema. gov
Come enjoy stories and songs with Cathy, entirely in Spanish! Questions? Contact Cathy: cmessier@somervillema.…Learn MoreMonday, April 224:00—4:45 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
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.…Learn MoreMonday, April 226:00—6:30 PMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
CANCELED: 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 kbradeen@somervillema. gov. 23
Tuesday, April 2310:00—10:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
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 for Singalong and will be distributed in the Children's Room beginning at 9am (first come, first served).…Learn MoreTuesday, April 2310:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
CANCELED - 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.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 2311:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
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 for Singalong and will be distributed in the Children's Room beginning at 9am (first come, first served).…Learn More24
Wednesday, April 2411:00—11:45 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
East Branch Story Time
Join Meghan for stories, songs, finger plays and fun!We appreciate strollers being parked outside as we have limited space.Wednesday, April 244:00—5:00 PMZoom
Creative Writing with Regina Hansen
Regina Hansen, author of the YA novel The Coming Storm, teaches exercises for improving children's writing, such as exploring different writing themes, prompts and techniques, and coming up with different story ideas based on various themes. Currently being held on Zoom, but might change to in person, if the group prefers.…Learn More
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Thursday, April 2511:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
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 community.…Learn More26
Friday, April 26Closed
Central Library
East Branch
West Branch
Friday, April 2611:00 AM—12:00 PMZoom
Baby Sign Language at West
NOTE THAT THE 4/26 SESSION WILL BE ON ZOOMReduce frustration and teach your baby to communicate before they can speak! Sheryl White of Baby Kneads teaches this 4-part class for caregivers with pre-verbal children ages 5 months and up.
Classes are 45 minutes long and held at 11am on four Fridays: April 5, 12, and 26, and May 3 (note gap during school vacation week).…Learn More27
Saturday, April 2710:00 AM—12:00 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
Saturday LEGO Club at East!
It's a Saturday morning LEGO Club at East! Build your own creation or try one of our challenge cards! We may even unbox a new LEGO set!Best for ages 5+. Email Meghan for more info: mforsell@somervillema. govSaturday, April 2711:00 AM—12:30 PMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Pass the Rhythm: Drums, Shakers, Bells, and You!
Join Cornell Coley to learn about drums and percussion and make music from Brazil, the Caribbean, and West Africa!Families Creating Together provides inclusive community opportunities in the arts for youth and families of all abilities. Come engage and develop meaningful connections that transcent all differences.…Learn MoreSaturday, April 272:30—4:00 PMTeen RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Craft Hangout for Tweens: Earth Week Edition!
Tweens are invited to join us for a Saturday afternoon of crafting! This time, in honor of Earth Week, we're making things with recyclables, including beautiful sun catchers made from water bottles and picture frames decorated with colorful images cut from old comics and magazines.…Learn More28
Sunday, April 283:00—4:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Bilingual Storytelling: La verdadera Historia de Cinco de Mayo
Spanish Fun Program and Karina Travel Connectors are returning to the SPL with their Bilingual Storytelling series! This program is a family oriented Spanish immersion for those who practice the language or for those who want to learn. The program includes bilingual storytelling, music and dance, dynamic games, and arts and crafts!In celebration of Mexican-American culture we'll hear The Real Cinco de Mayo Story! Is Cinco de Mayo the date when Mexico celebrates independence? Learn the true history behind the often misunderstood holiday.…Learn More
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Monday, April 2911:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Cuentos en español/Storytime in Spanish
¡Ven a disfrutar de cuentos y canciones con Cathy, totalmente en español! ¿Preguntas? Contacte a Cathy: cmessier@somervillema. gov
Come enjoy stories and songs with Cathy, entirely in Spanish! Questions? Contact Cathy: cmessier@somervillema.…Learn MoreMonday, April 294:00—4:45 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
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.…Learn More30
Tuesday, April 3010:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
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.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 3010:30—11:00 AMWest Branch BackyardWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
West Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
West Branch Singalong with Alison & Cathy
There's just ONE singalong today with both Cathy and Alison! No tickets required this week. Join us at 10:30 (not 10, not 11) in the West Branch Backyard (weather permitting -- if it's raining we'll be in the Children's Room).
Questions? Contact Alison Mitchell, Children’s Librarian, amitchell@somervillema.…Learn More