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Wednesday, May 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
Paint Your Pride!
![Paint Your Pride Initiative](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/paint-your-pride-instagram-post-_746_sm.jpg)
Tuesday, April 3010:00 AM—4:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Art Exhibit Installation
![A large empty room with a lectern and stacked chairs](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/img_3769_131_sm.jpg)
Wednesday, May 111:00—11:45 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
East Branch Story Time
![East Branch Story Time](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/storytimeassabet_328_sm.png)
Wednesday, May 111:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Singalong in Chinese
![Singalong in Chinese](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/singalong-in-chinese_611_sm.png)
Wednesday, May 15:30—6:30 PMZoom
Online Intermediate ELL Conversation Group
![Online Intermediate ELL Conversation Group](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/ell-conversation-groups-on-zoom-asset-385-x-345-px-_276_sm.png)
Wednesday, May 16:00—8:15 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Somerville DSA Meeting
![A large empty room with a lectern and stacked chairs](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/img_3769_131_sm.jpg)
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Thursday, May 210:30 AM—12:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Beginner ELL Class @ Central Library
![Beginner ELL Class @ Central Library](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/ell-beginner-class-central-asset-385-x-345-px-_668_sm.png)
Thursday, May 211:00—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 at the West Branch](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/baby-lapsit-_188_sm.png)
Thursday, May 24:00—4:45 PMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Craftastic Kids! at Central
![Craftastic Kids! at Central](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/craft-with-us-central-385-345-px-_581_sm.png)
Thursday, May 26:00—8:30 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Somerville Bike Advisory Committee Meeting
![A large empty room with a lectern and stacked chairs](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/img_3769_131_sm.jpg)
Thursday, May 27:00—9:00 PMZoom
(Virtual) Paint Night: Paint Your Pride!
Join the Somerville Public Library and the City of Somerville Health and Human Services Department to "Paint Your Pride!" in a joy-filled series of Community Art events! The completed works will be displayed in the Library's Gallery @ SPL for Pride Month!About Paint Your Pride:
Expressing one’s pride in their individual identities is critical for one’s well-being.…Learn More
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Friday, May 310:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Toddler Storytime with Annie
![Toddler Storytime with Annie](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/annie-storytime_230_sm.png)
Friday, May 310:45—11:45 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
Baby Yoga with Bala Bends, at East!
![Baby Yoga with Bala Bends, at East!](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/add-a-heading-2-_667_sm.png)
Friday, May 311:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
West Branch Storytime with Cathy
![West Branch Storytime with Cathy](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/2_403_sm.png)
Friday, May 311:00 AM—12:00 PMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Baby Sign Language at West
![Baby Sign Language at West](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/learn-baby-sign-1-_184_sm.png)
Friday, May 311:00 AM—12:00 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
East Branch Book Group
All are welcome to visit the East Branch and discuss The Midnight Library by Matt Haig. Copies are available at the library and also on Libby. Please feel free to email Liam at lokeefe@somervillema. gov with any questions.
Friday, May 311:30 AM—12:30 PMLibrary Director's OfficeCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
ELL Conversation Group @ Central Library
![ELL Conversation Group @ Central Library](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/ell-conversation-group-central-asset-385-x-345-px-_524_sm.png)
Friday, May 35:00—6:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Friends of the Somerville Public Library Spring Book Sale
![Friends of the Somerville Public Library Spring Book Sale](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/friends-17_222_sm.png)
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Saturday, May 49:00 AM—3:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Friends of the Somerville Public Library Spring Book Sale
![Friends of the Somerville Public Library Spring Book Sale](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/friends-17_222_sm.png)
Saturday, May 410:30 AM—12:00 PMCentral Library LawnCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Gardening Workshop with Green City Growers
![2024 Gardening Workshops with Green City Growers](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/2024-gardening-workshops-asset_719_sm.jpg)
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Sunday, May 51:00—4:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Friends of the Somerville Public Library Spring Book Sale
![Friends of the Somerville Public Library Spring Book Sale](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/friends-17_222_sm.png)
Sunday, May 52:30—4:00 PMZoom
(Virtual) Asian Art Series: Glorious Civilizations: An Exploration of Southeast Asia
![Asian Art Series May 2024 Glorious Civilizations: An Exploration of Southeast Asia virtual program](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/asian-art-series-may-24_674_sm.jpg)
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Monday, May 610:00—11:30 AMZoom
Online Beginner ELL Class
![Online Beginner ELL Class](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/ell-beginner-on-zoom-asset-385-x-345-px-_277_sm.png)
Monday, May 611:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
CANCELED - Cuentos en español/Storytime in Spanish
![Cuentos en español/Storytime in Spanish](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/spanish-storytime-at-west-instagram_621_sm.png)
Monday, May 61:00—3:00 PMZoom
Adult Craft and Chat
![Adult Craft and Chat Meeting Group](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/adult-craft-chat-instagram-post-_610_sm.jpg)
Monday, May 62:00—2:30 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Baby Lapsit at West: Afternoon Trial
![Baby Lapsit at West: Afternoon Trial](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/baby-lapsit-_188_sm.png)
Monday, May 64:00—4:45 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Creative Drama
![Creative Drama Workshop](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/creative%20drama%20asset_76_sm.png)
Monday, May 67:00—8:30 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Chess Nights at the Library
![Chess Nights at the Library Meetings](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/chess-nights-at-the-spl-asset_441_sm.png)
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Tuesday, May 710:00—10:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
West Branch Singalong with Alison (tickets required)
![West Branch Singalong with Alison (tickets required)](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/3_402_sm.png)
Tuesday, May 710:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Baby Lapsit at Central
![Baby Lapsit at Central](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/baby-lapsit-at-central-asset_304_sm.png)
Tuesday, May 711:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
West Branch Singalong with Cathy (tickets required)
![West Branch Singalong with Cathy (tickets required)](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/3_402_sm.png)
Tuesday, May 76:00—7:00 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
Tuesday, May 76:00—7:00 PMZoom
Online Intermediate ELL Conversation Group
![Online Intermediate ELL Conversation Group](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/ell-conversation-groups-on-zoom-asset-385-x-345-px-_276_sm.png)
Tuesday, May 77:00—8:30 PMZoom
Between the Covers Book Group
![Between the Covers Book Club image](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/between%20the%20covers%20book%20club%20asset_59_sm.png)
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Wednesday, May 811:00—11:45 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
East Branch Story Time
![East Branch Story Time](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/storytimeassabet_328_sm.png)
Wednesday, May 812:15—3:15 PMTeen RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
CANCELED - Half-Day Wednesday Video Game Hangout
![video games](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/video-games_465_sm.png)
Wednesday, May 812:30—3:30 PMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Board Games for Kids!
![Board Games for Kids!](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/untitled-design_583_sm.png)
Wednesday, May 812:30—3:30 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Somerville Positive Forces Jr. Group Meeting
![A large empty room with a lectern and stacked chairs](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/img_3769_131_sm.jpg)
Wednesday, May 81:00—3:00 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Lego Club at West (SPS Half Day)
![Lego Club at West (SPS Half Day)](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/lego_368_sm.png)
Wednesday, May 83:00—4:00 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
Good CRAFTernoon at East!
![Good CRAFTernoon at East!](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/goodcraftgenericassabet_766_sm.png)
Wednesday, May 85:30—6:30 PMZoom
Online Intermediate ELL Conversation Group
![Online Intermediate ELL Conversation Group](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/ell-conversation-groups-on-zoom-asset-385-x-345-px-_276_sm.png)
Wednesday, May 86:15—7:30 PMAeronaut Brewery14 Tyler St, Somerville , MA, 02143
Books and Brews
![Books and Brews](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/copy%20of%20books%20and%20brews%20thumbnail_15_sm.png)
Wednesday, May 87:00—8:30 PMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Poetry Reading with Local Poets
Join local poets Holly Guran, Gloria Mindock, and Timothy Gager as they read from some of their recent work. Holly Guran is the author of several books of poetry, her most recent is Now Before and Ever. Gloria Mindock was Somerville Poet Laureate in 2017 and 2018 and her most recent book Grief Touched the Sky at Night was published in 2023.…Learn More
Wednesday, May 87:00—8:15 PMZoom
SPL Nonfiction Book Club: Spook: Science Tackles the Afterlife by Mary Roach
![SPL Nonfiction Book Club: Spook: Science Tackles the Afterlife by Mary Roach](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/spookbookcover_756_sm.jpg)
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Thursday, May 910:30 AM—12:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Beginner ELL Class @ Central Library
![Beginner ELL Class @ Central Library](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/ell-beginner-class-central-asset-385-x-345-px-_668_sm.png)
Thursday, May 911:00—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 at the West Branch](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/baby-lapsit-_188_sm.png)
Thursday, May 97:00—8:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Paint Your Pride with Alex Makes Art!
![Paint Your Pride with Alex Makes Art event](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/carliefebo-8387_747_sm.jpg)
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Friday, May 1010:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Toddler Storytime with Annie
![Toddler Storytime with Annie](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/annie-storytime_230_sm.png)
Friday, May 1010:30—11:00 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
Baby Lapsit at the East Branch
![Baby Lapsit at the East Branch](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/baby-lapsit-east_456_sm.png)
Friday, May 1011:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
West Branch Storytime with Cathy
![West Branch Storytime with Cathy](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/2_403_sm.png)
Friday, May 1011:30 AM—12:30 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
CANCELED - ELL Conversation Group @ Central Library
![ELL Conversation Group @ Central Library](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/ell-conversation-group-central-asset-385-x-345-px-_524_sm.png)
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Saturday, May 1110:00 AM—12:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
U.S. Citizenship Preparation Class
![U.S. Citizenship Preparation Class](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/citizenship-class-fall-2022-asset-_251_sm.png)
Saturday, May 1112:00—2:00 PMWest Branch BackyardWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Porchfest at the West Branch
Ramble on Rose is a Grateful Dead tribute band who honors the timeless music of the Grateful Dead with cohesive playing, inspired improvisation, interplay, and emotive soloing. The band has seen a rapid rise in following amidst the post-pandemic world, playing local music halls, breweries, and eclectic performance spaces.…Learn More
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Sunday, May 121:30—4:15 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Blood on the Clocktower Boston Area Meetup
![A large empty room with a lectern and stacked chairs](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/img_3769_131_sm.jpg)
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Monday, May 1310:00—11:30 AMZoom
Online Beginner ELL Class
![Online Beginner ELL Class](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/ell-beginner-on-zoom-asset-385-x-345-px-_277_sm.png)
Monday, May 1310:30—11:00 AMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Singalong with Matt Heaton
![Singalong with Matt Heaton](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/matt-heaton-sing-along-asset_601_sm.png)
Monday, May 1311:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Cuentos en español/Storytime in Spanish
![Cuentos en español/Storytime in Spanish](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/spanish-storytime-at-west-instagram_621_sm.png)
Monday, May 131:00—3:00 PMZoom
Adult Craft and Chat
![Adult Craft and Chat Meeting Group](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/adult-craft-chat-instagram-post-_610_sm.jpg)
Monday, May 132:00—2:30 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Baby Lapsit at West: Afternoon Trial
![Baby Lapsit at West: Afternoon Trial](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/baby-lapsit-_188_sm.png)
Monday, May 134:00—4:45 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Creative Drama
![Creative Drama Workshop](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/creative%20drama%20asset_76_sm.png)
Monday, May 136:00—8:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
MassDOT Public Meeting
![A large empty room with a lectern and stacked chairs](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/img_3769_131_sm.jpg)
Monday, May 136:30—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
![T(w)een Advisory Board at the West Branch](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/t-w-een-advisory-board_288_sm.png)
Monday, May 137:00—8:30 PMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Bad Art Night at West
![Words Bad Art Night on a Multicolored background](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/bad-art-asset_390_sm.png)
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Tuesday, May 1410:00—10:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
West Branch Singalong with Alison (tickets required)
![West Branch Singalong with Alison (tickets required)](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/3_402_sm.png)
Tuesday, May 1410:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Baby Lapsit at Central
![Baby Lapsit at Central](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/baby-lapsit-at-central-asset_304_sm.png)
Tuesday, May 1411:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
CANCELED - West Branch Singalong with Cathy (tickets required)
![West Branch Singalong with Cathy (tickets required)](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/3_402_sm.png)
Tuesday, May 143:30—4:30 PMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Chapter Chatter Book Club
![Chapter Chatter Book Club](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/2024-1-_733_sm.png)
Tuesday, May 146:00—7:00 PMZoom
Online Intermediate ELL Conversation Group
![Online Intermediate ELL Conversation Group](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/ell-conversation-groups-on-zoom-asset-385-x-345-px-_276_sm.png)
Tuesday, May 146:30—8:30 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Gallery @ SPL Presents: The Book As Art: Unbound with Somerville Open Studios 2024
![Gallery @ SPL May 2024 Exhibit and Reception](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/somerville-open-studios-2024_769_sm.png)
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Wednesday, May 1511:00—11:45 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
East Branch Story Time
![East Branch Story Time](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/storytimeassabet_328_sm.png)
Wednesday, May 153:00—4:30 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
DIY Calming Sensory Bottles for Tweens & Teens
![sensory bottles](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/sensory-bottles_741_sm.jpeg)
Wednesday, May 155:30—6:30 PMZoom
Online Intermediate ELL Conversation Group
![Online Intermediate ELL Conversation Group](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/ell-conversation-groups-on-zoom-asset-385-x-345-px-_276_sm.png)
Wednesday, May 156:00—8:30 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Cinema Strange: Weekend
![Cinema Strange](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/cinema-strange-asset_294_sm.png)
Wednesday, May 156:30—7:30 PMWest Branch AtriumWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Book Publishing Program: Book Launch Party! (at West)
![Book Publishing Program: Book Launch Party! (at West)](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/5_647_sm.png)
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Thursday, May 1610:30 AM—12:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Beginner ELL Class @ Central Library
![Beginner ELL Class @ Central Library](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/ell-beginner-class-central-asset-385-x-345-px-_668_sm.png)
Thursday, May 1611:00—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 at the West Branch](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/baby-lapsit-_188_sm.png)
Thursday, May 163:00—4:30 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Bite Club
![Bite Club](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/bite-club-logo_689_sm.png)
Thursday, May 164:00—4:45 PMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Lego Club at Central
![Lego Club at Central](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/summer-legos-assabet-1-_582_sm.png)
Thursday, May 166:30—8:30 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
Ibbetson Street Press Poetry Event
Local poetry lovers are welcome to join Doug Holder and other published writers on behalf of the Ibbetson Street Press for a live reading event. More information about the Ibbetson Street Press and its biannual journal in available at www. ibbetsonpress.…Learn More
Thursday, May 166:30—8:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Somerville Pedestrian & Transit Advisory Committee Public Meeting
![A large empty room with a lectern and stacked chairs](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/img_3769_131_sm.jpg)
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Friday, May 1710:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Toddler Storytime with Annie
![Toddler Storytime with Annie](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/annie-storytime_230_sm.png)
Friday, May 1710:30—11:00 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
Baby Lapsit at the East Branch
![Baby Lapsit at the East Branch](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/baby-lapsit-east_456_sm.png)
Friday, May 1711:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
West Branch Storytime with Alison
![West Branch Storytime with Alison](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/2_403_sm.png)
Friday, May 1711:30 AM—12:30 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
ELL Conversation Group @ Central Library
![ELL Conversation Group @ Central Library](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/ell-conversation-group-central-asset-385-x-345-px-_524_sm.png)
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Saturday, May 1811:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Singalong with Matt Heaton at West
![Singalong with Matt Heaton at West](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/matt-heaton-sing-along-asset_601_sm.png)
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Sunday, May 192:00—4:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Paint Your Pride Family Paint Day
Join the Somerville Public Library and the City of Somerville Health and Human Services Department to "Paint Your Pride!" in a joy-filled series of Community Art events! The completed works will be displayed in the Library's Gallery @ SPL for Pride Month!
About Paint Your Pride:
Expressing one’s pride in their individual identities is critical for one’s well-being.…Learn More
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Monday, May 2011:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Cuentos en español/Storytime in Spanish
![Cuentos en español/Storytime in Spanish](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/spanish-storytime-at-west-instagram_621_sm.png)
Monday, May 201:00—3:00 PMZoom
Adult Craft and Chat
![Adult Craft and Chat Meeting Group](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/adult-craft-chat-instagram-post-_610_sm.jpg)
Monday, May 202:00—2:30 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Baby Lapsit at West: Afternoon Trial
![Baby Lapsit at West: Afternoon Trial](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/baby-lapsit-_188_sm.png)
Monday, May 204:00—4:45 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Creative Drama
![Creative Drama Workshop](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/creative%20drama%20asset_76_sm.png)
Monday, May 206:00—6:30 PMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Pajama Storytime at Central
![Pajama Storytime at Central](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/pajama-storytime-asset_602_sm.png)
Monday, May 206:00—8:00 PMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Open Sewing Hours at West
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Monday, May 206:00—9:00 PMWest Branch BackyardWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Bad History Month, Olivia W-B, and Special Guest
![Bad History Month, Olivia W-B, and Special Guest](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/bad-history-month-asset_784_sm.jpg)
Monday, May 206:30—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](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/creativity-collective-asset-385-x-345-px-_684_sm.jpg)
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Tuesday, May 2110:00—10:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
West Branch Singalong with Alison (tickets required)
![West Branch Singalong with Alison (tickets required)](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/3_402_sm.png)
Tuesday, May 2110:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Baby Lapsit at Central
![Baby Lapsit at Central](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/baby-lapsit-at-central-asset_304_sm.png)
Tuesday, May 2111:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
West Branch Singalong with Cathy (tickets required)
![West Branch Singalong with Cathy (tickets required)](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/3_402_sm.png)
Tuesday, May 216:00—7:30 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Tenants' Rights Workshop: City of Somerville Office of Housing Stability
![A large empty room with a lectern and stacked chairs](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/img_3769_131_sm.jpg)
Tuesday, May 217:00—9:00 PMRemnant Brewing2 Bow Market Way, Somerville, MA, 02143
Supper Club
![Supper Club](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/ig-spl-supper-club_474_sm.png)
Tuesday, May 217:00—8:00 PMZoom
(Virtual) Program for High School Juniors: Creating a Compelling College Application
![Navigating College Admissions Successfully in 2024 virtual program](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/college-admissions-insta-385-x-345-px-_686_sm.jpg)
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Wednesday, May 2211:00—11:45 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
Rockabye Beats, at East!
![Rockabye Beats, at East!](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/rockabyebeats23shon_612_sm.png)
Wednesday, May 2212:15—3:15 PMTeen RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Half-Day Wednesday Video Game Hangout
![video games](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/video-games_465_sm.png)
Wednesday, May 2212:30—3:30 PMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Board Games for Kids!
![Board Games for Kids!](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/untitled-design_583_sm.png)
Wednesday, May 2212:30—3:30 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Somerville Positive Forces Jr. Group Meeting
![A large empty room with a lectern and stacked chairs](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/img_3769_131_sm.jpg)
Wednesday, May 227:00—8:15 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Somerville Republican City Committee Meeting
![A large empty room with a lectern and stacked chairs](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/img_3769_131_sm.jpg)
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Thursday, May 2311:00—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 at the West Branch](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/baby-lapsit-_188_sm.png)
Thursday, May 236:30—8:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Hand Embroidery Workshop with Jessamy Kilcollins
![Hand Embroidery Workshop with Jessamy Kilcollins](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/embroidery_720_sm.jpg)
Thursday, May 236:30—8:00 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
Death Cafe at East Branch
A Death Cafe is a safe and relaxed space to gather with people, often strangers, to discuss topics related to death and dying. The objective is to engage in interesting and thought provoking conversations. It is not a bereavement or counselling session, rather an opportunity to “increase awareness of death with a view of helping people make the most of their (finite) lives.…Learn More
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Friday, May 2410:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Toddler Storytime with Annie
![Toddler Storytime with Annie](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/annie-storytime_230_sm.png)
Friday, May 2410:30—11:00 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
Baby Lapsit at the East Branch
![Baby Lapsit at the East Branch](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/baby-lapsit-east_456_sm.png)
Friday, May 2411:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
West Branch Storytime with Alison
![West Branch Storytime with Alison](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/2_403_sm.png)
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Saturday, May 2510:00 AM—12:00 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
Saturday Lego Club at East!
![Saturday Lego Club at East!](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/legoforassabet_309_sm.png)
Saturday, May 252:30—4:00 PMTeen RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Craft Hangout for Tweens
![crafts](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/crafts-small_586_sm.png)
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Sunday, May 261:30—4:15 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Somerville DSA Meet-Up
![A large empty room with a lectern and stacked chairs](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/img_3769_131_sm.jpg)
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Monday, May 27Closed
Central Library
East Branch
West Branch
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Tuesday, May 2810:00—10:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
West Branch Singalong with Alison (tickets required)
![West Branch Singalong with Alison (tickets required)](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/3_402_sm.png)
Tuesday, May 2810:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Baby Lapsit at Central
![Baby Lapsit at Central](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/baby-lapsit-at-central-asset_304_sm.png)
Tuesday, May 2811:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
CANCELED - West Branch Singalong with Cathy (tickets required)
![West Branch Singalong with Cathy (tickets required)](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/3_402_sm.png)
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Wednesday, May 2910:00 AM—4:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Art Exhibit Installation
![A large empty room with a lectern and stacked chairs](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/img_3769_131_sm.jpg)
Wednesday, May 2911:00—11:45 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
East Branch Story Time
![East Branch Story Time](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/storytimeassabet_328_sm.png)
Wednesday, May 296:30—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](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/final-tea-party-book-club-asset_451_sm.png)
Wednesday, May 296:30—8:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Bike Basics Workshop for Adults from the City of Somerville Mobility Division
![A large empty room with a lectern and stacked chairs](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/img_3769_131_sm.jpg)
Wednesday, May 297:00—8:30 PMZoom
Mystery Book Group
![Mystery Book Group Image](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/mystery%20book%20club%20asset_57_sm.png)
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Thursday, May 3011:00—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 at the West Branch](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/baby-lapsit-_188_sm.png)
Thursday, May 303:30—5:00 PMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Therapy Dog for Young Readers at Central
![Therapy Dog for Young Readers at Central](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/img-0182_692_sm.jpeg)
Thursday, May 306:30—8:30 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Queer Craft Night at Central Library: Paint Your Pride
![Queer Craft Night at Central Library Paint Your Pride program](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/queer-craft-night-paint-your-pride-asset_750_sm.jpg)
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Friday, May 3110:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Toddler Storytime with Annie
![Toddler Storytime with Annie](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/annie-storytime_230_sm.png)
Friday, May 3110:30—11:00 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
Baby Lapsit at the East Branch
![Baby Lapsit at the East Branch](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/baby-lapsit-east_456_sm.png)
Friday, May 3111:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
West Branch Storytime with Alison
![West Branch Storytime with Alison](https://s3.amazonaws.com/ai-assets/somervillepubliclibrary/2_403_sm.png)
Friday, May 3111:00 AM—12:00 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
East Branch Book Group
All are welcome to visit the East Branch and discuss this month's title! We will be discussing Stanley Tucci's memoir Taste: My Life Through Food. Copies are available at the library and via Libby. Please feel free to email Liam at lokeefe@somervillema.…Learn More