Name: Pathways to Citizenship: Beginner ESOL/Civics Class
Start: 2024-02-01
End: 2024-02-01

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Thursday, February 110:00 AM—12:30 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Pathways to Citizenship: Beginner ESOL/Civics Class

Pathways to Citizenship is a beginner ESOL/civics class for adults who are interested in improving their English skills in order to apply for US citizenship. The class will meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from October 24-December 7 and January 9-February 13 (12 weeks).…Learn More

Thursday, February 110:30 AM—12:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

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 CoordinatorEmail: bpigott@somervillema.…Learn More

Thursday, February 110:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

CANCELED - Preschool Storytime at Central

Join Keri on Thursday mornings for stories, songs and more! Ages 3-5 and caregivers. Questions? Contact Keri at kbradeen@somervillema. gov.

Thursday, February 111:00—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 More

Thursday, February 12:30—4:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

CANCELED - LGBTQIA+ Craft Hangout for Teens and Tweens

LGBTQIA+ youth (and allies!) ages 11-18 are invited to join us for crafting on the first Thursday of every month! We might make shrinky dinks, friendship bracelets, duct tape wallets, mini stuffies, stress balls…or play around with perler beads, paracord, origami…so many possibilities! This is a drop-in program, so you can come any time from 2:30 p.…Learn More

Thursday, February 14:00—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. February 1st activity: Yarn-Wrapped Hearts!Questions? Contact Annie at aschapira@somervillema. gov.

Thursday, February 16:00—8:30 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Somerville Bike Advisory Committee Meeting

A large empty room with a lectern and stacked chairs

Friday, February 210:30—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, February 210:45—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 More

Friday, February 211:00—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 More

Friday, February 211:30 AM—12:30 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Intermediate ELL Conversation Group @ Central Library

Practice speaking, reading, and listening during our 1-hour conversation group. Conversation Groups are recommended for intermediate English speakers and above. For questions or more information, please contact:Brigid Pigott, Literacy/Volunteer CoordinatorEmail: bpigott@somervillema.…Learn More

Saturday, February 310:30—11:15 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Puppet Story Time with Leigh & Friends!

Families are invited to join Leigh Baltzer of Through Me to You Puppetry for an interactive Saturday morning Story Time!Newton and his puppet friends will read stories and lead us in our favorite songs. After the program, kids are invited to meet Newton and give him a high-five.…Learn More

Saturday, February 311:00 AM—12:45 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
West Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Book Publishing Program: Cover Design (West)

Are you a writer? Do you want your book in the library for everyone to check out? Join our new Book Publishing Program for tweens and teens at the West Branch!Write a story (or use one you've already written), attend winter workshops on writing, editing, formatting, and cover design, and attend our Book Launch Party in the spring! All books will be professionally printed and available for checkout.…Learn More

Saturday, February 32:00—4:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Board Game Café at the Library (for Adults)

Come check out the SPL’s board game collection at our Board Game Café! Whether you want to play an old favorite or learn something new, we’ve got you covered. Light refreshments will be served. Questions? Contact Kerry: keodonnell@somervillema.…Learn More

Monday, February 510:00—11:30 AMZoom

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 CoordinatorEmail: bpigott@somervillema. govWhatsApp: +1 617.…Learn More

Monday, February 511:00—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 More

Monday, February 51:00—3:00 PMZoom

Adult Craft and Chat

Work on your knitting or other craft project at home while chatting with others. For more information, contact Kerry at keodonnell@somervillema. gov.

Monday, February 53:00—4:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

CANCELED - Girls Who Code Club

Interested in learning more about coding? Want to do it alongside friends? Join the SPL's Girls Who Code club! The club is open to 3rd-5th graders of any gender though we highly encourage girls, those who identify as girls, and nonbinary kids join. Please register below with the email address the club member will use to access the Girls Who Code HQ.…Learn More

Monday, February 54:00—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 More

Monday, February 57:00—8:30 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Chess Nights at the Library

Want to challenge yourself? Love the game of chess? We welcome players of all skill levels to join us at the Central Library on the first Monday of each month. The program is open to everyone. Chess sets are provided, although please feel free to bring your own chess set if you have one.…Learn More

Tuesday, February 610:00 AM—12:30 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Pathways to Citizenship: Beginner ESOL/Civics Class

Tuesday, February 610:00—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 More

Tuesday, February 610:30—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 More

Tuesday, February 611:00—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 More

Tuesday, February 66:00—7:00 PMZoom

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 contactBrigid Pigott, Literacy/Volunteer CoordinatorEmail: bpigott@somervillema.…Learn More

Tuesday, February 67:00—8:30 PMZoom

Between the Covers Book Group

For the month of February, we are going to fall in love with Highlander romances. Please read any romance where at least one of the two main protagonists is from the Scottish Highlands and be ready to discuss some of the main tropes and topics found in this subgenre.…Learn More

Wednesday, February 79:15 AM—2:30 PMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

AARP Tax Help at the Somerville West Branch

Tax Help provided by the AARP at the West Branch. Registration is required at this link: https://www. aarp. org/money/taxes/aarp_taxaide/locations/locator-detail. a1ro0000000Cy4oAAC. htmlFor questions contact Brigid at bblack@somervillema. gov

Wednesday, February 711:00—11:45 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Story Time at East

Join Meghan for stories, songs, finger plays and fun!We appreciate strollers being parked outside as we have limited space.

Wednesday, February 711:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

CANCELED - 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. gov

Wednesday, February 712:15—3:15 PMTeen RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

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, February 712:30—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 More

Wednesday, February 712:30—3:30 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Somerville Positive Forces Jr. Group Meeting

Wednesday, February 71:00—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 More

Wednesday, February 75:30—6:30 PMZoom

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 contactBrigid Pigott, Literacy/Volunteer CoordinatorEmail: bpigott@somervillema.…Learn More

Wednesday, February 77:00—8:15 PMZoom

SPL Nonfiction Book Group

The SPL Nonfiction Book Club will be discussing Bill Bryson's At Home: A Short History of Private Life. For more information contact Kevin O'Kelly at kokelly@somervillema. gov

Wednesday, February 77:00—8:15 PMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

YPE Boston Board Meeting

The Executive Board of Young Professionals in Energy (YPE) - Boston, a non-profit focused on cultivating a vibrant community of energy professionals in the Boston area, will be meeting for a board meeting. This is not a library sponsored event. For questions email ypebostonboard@gmail.…Learn More

Thursday, February 810:00 AM—12:30 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Pathways to Citizenship: Beginner ESOL/Civics Class

Thursday, February 810:30 AM—12:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Beginner ELL Class @ Central Library

Thursday, February 810:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

CANCELED - Preschool Storytime at Central

Join Keri on Thursday mornings for stories, songs and more! Ages 3-5 and caregivers. Questions? Contact Keri at kbradeen@somervillema. gov.

Thursday, February 811:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Baby Lapsit at the West Branch

Thursday, February 83:30—5:30 PMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Teen Skills Workshop on Career Exploration

This is an afterschool youth enrichment & skill-building facilitated workshop for high school students with a focus on career exploration, skill assessment and personal/professional branding. The workshop's goal is to help youth in career development and interpersonal skill-building.…Learn More

Thursday, February 86:30—8:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Darning Workshop with Jessamy Kilcollins

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.…Learn More

Friday, February 910:30—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, February 910:30—11:00 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Baby Lapsit at the East Branch

Enjoy baby-friendly stories, songs & rhymes and make new friends! Fridays, 10:30-11:00am. ***Please note: Lapsits will not be held the first Fridays of Feb, March, April & May. These dates are reserved for Baby Yoga classes which require registrationLapsit is for babies 0 ~ PRE-walking with their parent/caregiver.…Learn More

Friday, February 911:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

West Branch Storytime with Alison

Friday, February 911:30 AM—12:30 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Intermediate ELL Conversation Group @ Central Library

Saturday, February 1011:00 AM—12:30 PMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Queer Autistic Board Game Day

We're a group of queer autistic adults would will be getting together to play some board games! People can bring their own or use the library's selection. This is not a library sponsored event. For questions contact hrl756@gmail. com.

Sunday, February 111:30—4:30 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Getting Cozy at the Library

Get cozy and crafty with us at the SPL!Our Getting Cozy at the Library sessions are back and in-person this winter! Join the Somerville Public Library staff in your coziest clothes as we sit by the "fire," and create a fun craft. Hot cocoa and tea will be provided.…Learn More

Sunday, February 112:30—4:00 PMZoom

(Virtual) Asian Art Series: The Lunar New Year

Asian Art Series February 2024 The Lunar New Year virtual program

Spend your Sunday afternoon learning about the arts of Asia from experts at the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco! Each session will focus on a unique topic from this vast, diverse, and ever evolving continent. Join us in February to explore The Lunar New Year.…Learn More

Monday, February 1210:00—11:30 AMZoom

Online Beginner ELL Class

Monday, February 1210:30—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. gov

Monday, February 1211:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Cuentos en español/Storytime in Spanish

Monday, February 121:00—3:00 PMZoom

Adult Craft and Chat

Work on your knitting or other craft project at home while chatting with others. For more information, contact Kerry at keodonnell@somervillema. gov.

Monday, February 124:00—4:45 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Creative Drama

Monday, February 126:00—7:30 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Green New Deal for Somerville Public Schools Town Hall

This event will bring together local climate organizations, students, parents, and teachers in the public school system, and members of the Somerville community to discuss our shared vision of a sustainable, carbon-free school system. We will focus in particular on the city's upcoming Climate Forward plan and the areas in which it could be improved to specifically address outstanding issues within schools and potential future improvements to school buildings, transportation, and curriculum.…Learn More

Monday, February 126:30—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 February book is The Labors of Hercules Beal by Gary D. Schmidt, and will be available at our January meeting and in the West Branch Children's Room.…Learn More

Monday, February 127:00—8:00 PMWest Branch AtriumWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
West Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Local Author Laura Beretsky in Conversation with Somerville Disability Commission Members

Join Somerville author Laura Beretsky in conversation with local residents and Somerville Disability Commission members Harriotte Ranvig and Holly Simione. Laura will be sharing an excerpt from her book Seizing Control, about her lifelong challenge of managing epilepsy and the patient self advocacy that is required to get the best medical care possible.…Learn More

Tuesday, February 13Closed

Central Library

East Branch

West Branch

Tuesday, February 1310:00—10:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

CANCELED: West Branch Singalong with Alison (tickets required)

Tuesday, February 1310:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

CANCELED: Baby Lapsit at Central

Tuesday, February 1311:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

CANCELED: West Branch Singalong with Cathy (tickets required)

Tuesday, February 133:30—4:30 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

CANCELED: Good CRAFTernoon at East!

All ages invited to turn plain wooden hearts into LOVELY magnets ;)Tuesday, February 13, 3:30-4:30pm.

Tuesday, February 136:00—7:00 PMZoom

Online Intermediate ELL Conversation Group

Tuesday, February 137:00—8:00 PMZoom

(Virtual) Navigating College Admissions Successfully in 2024

Navigating College Admissions Successfully in 2024 virtual program

Families approaching the college admissions process are welcome to join this Zoom presentation to help understand how the lingering effects from the pandemic have changed the college admissions landscape and how it affects Juniors, Sophomores and Freshmen.…Learn More

Wednesday, February 149:15 AM—2:30 PMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

AARP Tax Help at the Somerville West Branch

Wednesday, February 1411:00—11:45 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Story Time at East

Join Meghan for stories, songs, finger plays and fun!We appreciate strollers being parked outside as we have limited space.

Wednesday, February 145:30—6:30 PMZoom

Online Intermediate ELL Conversation Group

Wednesday, February 146:15—7:30 PMAeronaut Brewery14 Tyler St, Somerville , MA, 02143

Books and Brews

This month's Books and Brews title is Passing by Nella Larsen. Copies will be available for pickup at all Somerville Public Library locations, just ask for the Books and Brews book! It will also be available for instant borrow on Hoopla. Questions? Contact bblack@somervillema.…Learn More

Thursday, February 1510:00 AM—12:30 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Pathways to Citizenship: Beginner ESOL/Civics Class

Thursday, February 1510:30 AM—12:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Beginner ELL Class @ Central Library

Thursday, February 1510:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

CANCELED - Preschool Storytime at Central

Join Keri on Thursday mornings for stories, songs and more! Ages 3-5 and caregivers. Questions? Contact Keri at kbradeen@somervillema. gov.

Thursday, February 1511:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Baby Lapsit at the West Branch

Thursday, February 152:30—4:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

CANCELED - Craft Hangout for Teens and Tweens

Teens and tweens are invited to join us for crafting on the third Thursday of every month! We might make shrinky dinks, friendship bracelets, duct tape wallets, mini stuffies, stress balls…or play around with perler beads, paracord, origami…so many possibilities! This is a drop-in program, so you can come any time from 2:30 p.…Learn More

Thursday, February 154:00—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.

Thursday, February 156:30—8:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Somerville Pedestrian & Transit Advisory Committee Public Meeting

This is a Public Meeting and open to all members of the public. For more information, reach out to Justin Schreiber at jschreiber@somervillema. gov

Friday, February 1610:30—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, February 1610:30—11:00 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Baby Lapsit at the East Branch

Friday, February 1611:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

West Branch Storytime with Alison

Friday, February 1611:30 AM—12:30 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Intermediate ELL Conversation Group @ Central Library

Friday, February 163:30—4:30 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

NEW DATE! STEAM: Kinetic Sculptures! with Jessica Garrett

STEAM: Kinetic Scupltures (cancelled for January 19) RESCHEDULED TO FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16!School-age kids (best for grades 2-6) are invited to join Jessica Garrett, coauthor of Oh, Ick!: 114 Science Experiments Guaranteed to Gross You Out! in learning about and creating KINETIC SCULPTURES! All materials will be supplied, just bring your enthusiasm!For more info, please contact Meghan: mforsell@somervillema.…Learn More

Saturday, February 171:00—3:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Center for Arab Culture Film Screening: Alam

In a Palestinian town, Tamer and his friends lead typical teen lives until the arrival of the beautiful Maysaa'. To impress her, Tamer agrees to take part in a political on the eve of Israel's Independence Day. Questions? Contact Kevin: kokelly@somervillema.…Learn More

Monday, February 19Closed

Central Library

East Branch

West Branch

Tuesday, February 20All DayWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

School Vacation Week Drop-in Arts & Crafts at West

It's School Vacation Week Drop-in Arts & Crafts!Tuesday February 20: design your own journalWednesday February 21: water color design and make your own puzzleThursday February 22: circle stars paper craftFriday February 23: things you don't want in your own house (glitter, perler beads, etc.…Learn More

Tuesday, February 2010:00—10:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

West Branch Singalong with Alison (tickets required)

Tuesday, February 2010:00 AM—12:30 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Pathways to Citizenship: Beginner ESOL/Civics Class

Tuesday, February 2010:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Baby Lapsit at Central

Tuesday, February 2011:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

West Branch Singalong with Cathy (tickets required)

Tuesday, February 206:00—7:00 PMZoom

Online Intermediate ELL Conversation Group

Tuesday, February 207:00—8:45 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Supper Club

Do you love to cook? We do too! Supper Club is a cookbook club that meets on the second Tuesday of each month. Every meeting is a potluck dinner celebrating the cookbook of the month. Pick a dish to make and share! NOTE: This month we are meeting at the Central Library Book: Smitten Kitchen Keepers by Deb Perelman.…Learn More

Tuesday, February 207:00—8:00 PMZoom

(Virtual) Decoding the Mysteries of Cats

Decoding the Mysteries of Cats virtual program

Curious to understand why your cat does all the things they do?Join this engaging session with feline behaviorist Stephen Quandt live on Zoom as he explains cat behavior from the perspective of the evolutionary and adaptive forces that help shape their lives.…Learn More

Wednesday, February 21All DayWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

School Vacation Week Drop-in Arts & Crafts at West

Wednesday, February 219:15 AM—2:30 PMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

AARP Tax Help at the Somerville West Branch

Wednesday, February 2111:00—11:45 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Rockabye Beats, at East!

Join Shon for a morning of music & movement!Rockabye Beats is perfect for ages 0-5 and replaces today's regularly-scheduled Story Time. We appreciate strollers being parked outside so that we have room to move & groove! Rockabye Beats will…Learn More

Wednesday, February 212:00—4:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

School Vacation Week Movie: Muppet Treasure Island

Join us for swashbuckling, music, and laughs as we screen Muppet Treasure Island!Adapted from Robert Louis Stevenson's novel, the film tells the tale of young Billy, who comes to possess a secret treasure map. He sets sail with mild-mannered Capt.…Learn More

Wednesday, February 215:30—6:30 PMZoom

CANCELED - Online Intermediate ELL Conversation Group

Thursday, February 22All DayWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

School Vacation Week Drop-in Arts & Crafts at West

Thursday, February 2210:30 AM—12:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Beginner ELL Class @ Central Library

Thursday, February 2210:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

CANCELED - Preschool Storytime at Central

Join Keri on Thursday mornings for stories, songs and more! Ages 3-5 and caregivers. Questions? Contact Keri at kbradeen@somervillema. gov.

Thursday, February 2211:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Baby Lapsit at the West Branch

Thursday, February 224:00—5:00 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
West Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Beta-Test Financial Literacy Board Games at West!

Come on over to the West Branch to beta-test financial literacy board games including Currency Conga (money Twister), Pet Cents (budgeting for your furry friend), Making Moo-lah (manage your own farm) and more. Suggested for ages 6+, registration encouraged but not required.…Learn More

Thursday, February 226:30—7:30 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Loteria Fun Night for Families (a bilingual BINGO party at East)!

Esther Gomez of Spanish Fun Program hosts Loteria Fun Night for families! School Vacation Week, Thursday, Feb 22 @ 6:30pm, at the East Branch!We'll learn & practice Spanish vocabulary, such as "Lo tengo", or "No, lo tengo" as we play Loteria - a bilingual BINGO - and enjoy salsa & chips.…Learn More

Thursday, February 226:30—7:30 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Death Café at the Central Library

Death Cafés are a group-directed discussion of death with no agenda, objectives or themes, with the objective of increasing awareness of death and helping people make the most of their (finite) lives. Learn more about what a Death Café is HERE. The SPL will be hosting this Death Café at the Central Library with Sarah Dingee, an End-of-Life Guide & Death Doula through Going With Grace.…Learn More

Friday, February 23All DayWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

School Vacation Week Drop-in Arts & Crafts at West

Friday, February 2310:30—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, February 2310:30—11:00 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Infant Toddler Playgroup replaces today's Lapsit!

For today (school vacation week!) Lapsit changes to Infant-Toddler Playgroup! Ages 0-2yrs are invited to join us for stories, songs, and socialization, followed by free play with the library's toys. ***Please note: The first Fridays of Feb, March, April & May are reserved for Baby Yoga classes (ages 6wks-crawling) which require registration.…Learn More

Friday, February 2311:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

West Branch Storytime with Alison

Friday, February 2311:00 AM—12:00 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

East Branch Book Group

This month we will be reading The Friend by Sigrid Nunez. Physical copies are available at the East Branch and digital copies are available on Libby. Newcomers always welcome!Email Liam at lokeefe@somervillema. gov with any questions.

Friday, February 2311:30 AM—12:30 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Intermediate ELL Conversation Group @ Central Library

Saturday, February 2410:00 AM—12:00 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Lego Club at West

It's School Vacation Week Saturday Morning Lego Club!Come build and be creative. Ages 5+ please (these are the small Lego - we have Duplo and Mega Blocks for smaller children). Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema. gov

Saturday, February 2411:00 AM—12:00 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Learn about Rwandan Coffee with Yego Coffee

Join the SPL and co-founder of Yego Coffee, Francois Tuyishime for a presentation on and sampling of Rwandan coffee. Yego Coffee is a family owned company based in Somerville, Massachusetts by Fatuma and her husband Francois Tuyishime. The word YEGO is from Kinyarwanda and it means YES.…Learn More

Saturday, February 2411:00 AM—12:30 PMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Queer Autistic Meetup

We're a group of queer autistic adults, here to talk quietly in a relaxed environment about our common experiences. The goal is to make friends and form connections!This is not a library sponsored event. For questions contact hrl756@gmail. com.

Saturday, February 243:00—4:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Yoga for Beginners

In this session you will learn simple but powerful yoga postures to balance and stabilize your system. No physical agility or prior yoga experience needed. • Can relieve chronic ailments• Can relieve back pain, stress, anxiety and tension• Strengthens the spine• Takes only 5-10 minutes to practiceRSVP at https://innerengineering.…Learn More

Sunday, February 251:30—4:15 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Blood on the Clocktower Boston Meetup

A meet up for folks interested in playing a social deception party game called Blood on the Clocktower, which is similar to Werewolf and Mafia, but players are involved in the game even after they die in game. This is a social game, so there are no game pieces except for the "Grimoire," which holds all of the secret identities of the players and character reference sheets for the players.…Learn More

Monday, February 2610:00—11:30 AMZoom

Online Beginner ELL Class

Monday, February 2611:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

CANCELED - Cuentos en español/Storytime in Spanish

Monday, February 261:00—3:00 PMZoom

Adult Craft and Chat

Work on your knitting or other craft project at home while chatting with others. For more information, contact Kerry at keodonnell@somervillema. gov.

Monday, February 264:00—4:45 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Creative Drama

Monday, February 266:30—8:30 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Creativity Collective: a Meet-Up for Art and Craft Makers

Creativity Collective: a monthly Meet-Up for Art and Craft Makers

Join us on the last Monday of each month for an opportunity to share your creative energy with other practitioners of art and crafting!These sessions are for folks interested in meeting others who enjoy making a variety of art and crafts. Whether you draw, paint, or sculpt; knit, crochet, or sew; enjoy paper crafts, canvases, or fabrics, you are welcome at these meetings! Whatever project you'd like to work on, please bring it with you to the Library to meet and make among others.…Learn More

Monday, February 266:30—7:00 PMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

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.

Monday, February 266:30—7:30 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Page Turners (ages 9-11) at the West Branch

Page Turners is a book club for ages 9-11 that meets monthly at the West Branch Library, 40 College Ave. Registration is required. February's book is Gregor the Overlander by Suzanne Collins. Copies will be available at our January meeting and in the West Branch Children's Room.…Learn More

Monday, February 267:00—8:00 PMZoom

(Virtual) An Evening with Romance Authors Ali Hazelwood, Nikki Payne & Denise Williams

Join this virtual conversation with authors: Ali Hazelwood, Nikki Payne, and Denise Williams! They will discuss their latest romance novels in this exciting panel, plus there will be an audience Q&A. REGISTER HERE FOR THIS EVENT. Questions? Contact Kerry: keodonnell@somervillema.…Learn More

Tuesday, February 2710:00—10:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

West Branch Singalong with Alison (tickets required)

Tuesday, February 2710:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Baby Lapsit at Central

Tuesday, February 2711:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

CANCELED - West Branch Singalong with Cathy (tickets required)

Tuesday, February 276:00—7:00 PMZoom

Online Intermediate ELL Conversation Group

Wednesday, February 289:15 AM—2:30 PMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

AARP Tax Help at the Somerville West Branch

Wednesday, February 2811:00—11:45 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Story Time at East

Join Meghan for stories, songs, finger plays and fun!We appreciate strollers being parked outside as we have limited space.

Wednesday, February 2812:15—3:15 PMTeen RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Half-Day Wednesday Video Game Hangout

Wednesday, February 2812:30—3:30 PMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Board Games for Kids!

Wednesday, February 281:00—3:00 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Lego Club at West (SPS Half Day)

Wednesday, February 284:00—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

Wednesday, February 285:30—6:30 PMZoom

Online Intermediate ELL Conversation Group

Wednesday, February 286:00—8:30 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Cinema Strange: A Page of Madness and Un Chien Andalou

Join us for a screening of two short silent films: A Page of Madness, a 1926 Japanese experimental horror film directed by Teinosuke Kinugasa, and Un Chien Andalou, a 1929 French film directed, produced and edited by Luis Buñuel, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Salvador Dalí.…Learn More

Wednesday, February 286:30—8:00 PMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

CelebriTea Book Club

blue background with ladies in period clothes it reads You're Invited and a tea cup with tea spillin

The Celebritea Club is a monthly book club inviting patrons to read a tell-all celebrity memoir and the drink tea while discussing it. This month we'll be reading Survival of the Thickest by Michelle Buteau. Ebooks are available on Libby/Overdrive. Physical copies of the book will be available for pickup at all of our locations.…Learn More

Wednesday, February 287:00—8:30 PMZoom

Mystery Book Group

This month's book is The Woman in the Library by Sulari Gentill. Ebooks and digital audiobook copies can be found on Hoopla or Libby/OverDrive. There are also physical copies available through the Minuteman Network catalog for patrons to place a hold for pickup at any Minuteman Library location.…Learn More

Wednesday, February 287:00—8:00 PMZoom

(Virtual) The Economic Response to Russia's Invasion of Ukraine

Join a presentation with author and professor Christine Abely to discuss her brand new book, The Russia Sanctions: The Economic Response to Russia's Invasion of Ukraine. Learn about the international trade measures and sanctions deployed against Russia in response to its 2022 invasion of Ukraine.…Learn More

Thursday, February 2910:30 AM—12:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

CANCELED - Beginner ELL Class @ Central Library

Thursday, February 2911:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Baby Lapsit at the West Branch

Thursday, February 292:30—4:30 PMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Bad Art Afternoon at West

Words Bad Art Night on a Multicolored background

Create art beyond classification at Bad Art Night Afternoon. Let your enthusiasm run wild and create with no expectations. We'll provide a variety of materials and then you can go wild creating your masterpiece. Celebrate Leap Day and take a Leap into creativity.…Learn More

Thursday, February 293:00—4:00 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Celebrate Leap Year!

Leap Year happens once every four years, and we're going to make the most of it! Come join us at the West Branch for leaping games and fun with the number 4. Geared toward children ages 5+. Registration encouraged. Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema.…Learn More

Thursday, February 293:30—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 More