April 2025

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Tuesday, April 112:00—2:00 PMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Vaccine Clinic at West

City run vaccination clinic at the library. A pre-registration link will be available closer to the date of the clinic.

Tuesday, April 16:00—7:00 PMZoom

Online Intermediate ELL Conversation Group

Online Intermediate ELL Conversation GroupPractice speaking, reading, and listening during our 1-hour conversation group. Recommended for intermediate English speakers or higher. For more information or to receive the Zoom link, please contact:Brigid Pigott, Literacy/Volunteer CoordinatorEmail: bpigott@somervillema.…Learn More

Tuesday, April 17:00—8:30 PMZoom

Between the Covers Book Group

Between the Covers Book Club imageThis month's book is TBD. Ebooks can be found on Libby/OverDrive or Hoopla. Physical copies of the book are available to order in the in the catalog and can be picked up from any Minuteman Library location. This meeting will take place In-Person at a local Somerville establishment.…Learn More
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Wednesday, April 211:00—11:45 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

East Branch Storytime

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

Wednesday, April 25:30—6:30 PMZoom

Online Intermediate ELL Conversation Group

Online Intermediate ELL Conversation GroupPractice speaking, reading, and listening during our 1-hour conversation group. Recommended for intermediate English speakers and higher. For more information or to receive the Zoom link, please contact:Brigid Pigott, Literacy/Volunteer CoordinatorEmail: bpigott@somervillema.…Learn More
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Thursday, April 310:30 AM—12:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Beginner ELL Class @ Central Library

Beginner ELL Class @ Central LibraryPractice 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, April 33:00—4:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Girls Who Code Club

"Girls Who Code at the Somerville Public Library, Winter and Spring 2025" in white letters on a tealInterested 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 and nonbinary kids to join. Please register below with the email address the club member will use to access the Girls Who Code HQ.…Learn More
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Friday, April 410:30—11:00 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Baby Lapsit at East

Baby Lapsit at EastEnjoy baby-friendly stories, songs & rhymes and make new friends!  Fridays, 10:30-11:00am. Lapsit is for babies 0 ~ PRE-walking with their parent/caregiver.  Little ones who can walk are invited to East's Story Times, Wednesdays @11am.

Friday, April 410:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Toddler Storytime at Central

Toddler Storytime at CentralJoin us for stories, songs, and rhymes in the Children's Room on Friday mornings!Questions? Contact Annie at aschapira@somervillema. gov.

Friday, April 411:30 AM—1:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Intermediate ELL Conversation Group @ Central Library

Intermediate ELL Conversation Group @ Central LibraryPractice speaking, reading, and listening during this conversation group.   Conversation Groups are recommended for intermediate English speakers and above.   This group meets in-person at Central Library, 79 Highland Avenue. For questions or more information, please contact: Brigid Pigott, Literacy/Volunteer CoordinatorEmail: bpigott@somervillema.…Learn More
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Monday, April 710:00—11:30 AMZoom

Online Beginner ELL Class

Online Beginner ELL ClassPractice 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. 366.…Learn More

Monday, April 710:30—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, April 74:00—5:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Creative Drama

Creative Drama WorkshopIn 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, April 77:00—8:30 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Chess Nights at the Library

Chess Nights at the Library MeetingsWant 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
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Tuesday, April 86:00—7:00 PMZoom

Online Intermediate ELL Conversation Group

Online Intermediate ELL Conversation GroupPractice speaking, reading, and listening during our 1-hour conversation group. Recommended for intermediate English speakers or higher. For more information or to receive the Zoom link, please contact:Brigid Pigott, Literacy/Volunteer CoordinatorEmail: bpigott@somervillema.…Learn More
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Wednesday, April 95:30—6:30 PMZoom

Online Intermediate ELL Conversation Group

Online Intermediate ELL Conversation GroupPractice speaking, reading, and listening during our 1-hour conversation group. Recommended for intermediate English speakers and higher. For more information or to receive the Zoom link, please contact:Brigid Pigott, Literacy/Volunteer CoordinatorEmail: bpigott@somervillema.…Learn More

Wednesday, April 96:15—7:30 PMAeronaut Brewery14 Tyler St, Somerville , MA, 02143

Books and Brews

Books and BrewsThis month's Books and Brews title is TBA. Check back once after next month's meeting. Questions? Contact bblack@somervillema. gov
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Thursday, April 1010:30 AM—12:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Beginner ELL Class @ Central Library

Beginner ELL Class @ Central LibraryPractice 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, April 103:00—4:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Girls Who Code Club

"Girls Who Code at the Somerville Public Library, Winter and Spring 2025" in white letters on a tealInterested 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 and nonbinary kids to join. Please register below with the email address the club member will use to access the Girls Who Code HQ.…Learn More

Thursday, April 104:00—4:45 PMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Lego Club at Central

Lego Club at CentralBuild with Legos in the Children's Room on the second Thursday of each month! All materials will be provided.   This event is for ages 3 and up. Questions? Contact Annie at aschapira@somervillema. gov.
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Friday, April 1110:30—11:00 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Baby Lapsit at East

Baby Lapsit at EastEnjoy baby-friendly stories, songs & rhymes and make new friends!  Fridays, 10:30-11:00am. Lapsit is for babies 0 ~ PRE-walking with their parent/caregiver.  Little ones who can walk are invited to East's Story Times, Wednesdays @11am.

Friday, April 1110:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Toddler Storytime at Central

Toddler Storytime at CentralJoin us for stories, songs, and rhymes in the Children's Room on Friday mornings!Questions? Contact Annie at aschapira@somervillema. gov.

Friday, April 1111:30 AM—1:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Intermediate ELL Conversation Group @ Central Library

Intermediate ELL Conversation Group @ Central LibraryPractice speaking, reading, and listening during this conversation group.   Conversation Groups are recommended for intermediate English speakers and above.   This group meets in-person at Central Library, 79 Highland Avenue. For questions or more information, please contact: Brigid Pigott, Literacy/Volunteer CoordinatorEmail: bpigott@somervillema.…Learn More
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Monday, April 1410:00—11:30 AMZoom

Online Beginner ELL Class

Online Beginner ELL ClassPractice 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. 366.…Learn More

Monday, April 1410:30—11:15 AMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Music with Little Groove

Music with Little GrooveIn this fun and interactive 40-minute concert, children ages 0-5 and their caregivers will move and sing along with a musician from Little Groove. This is the top voted music class for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers in Boston! Little Groove classes are tailor-made to help your little ones learn and interact with music.…Learn More

Monday, April 144:00—5:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Creative Drama

Creative Drama WorkshopIn 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, April 146:30—7:45 PMZoom

Queer Book Club

Transcript: "Queer Book Club: an LGBTQIA+ book group."Come join us every third Monday of the month to read and discuss some great queer fiction, nonfiction, and memoirs, and meet new friends in the community!This month's book is TBA. This meeting will take place virtually on Zoom. Zoom meeting information will be sent out the morning of the book club.…Learn More
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Tuesday, April 156:00—7:00 PMZoom

Online Intermediate ELL Conversation Group

Online Intermediate ELL Conversation GroupPractice speaking, reading, and listening during our 1-hour conversation group. Recommended for intermediate English speakers or higher. For more information or to receive the Zoom link, please contact:Brigid Pigott, Literacy/Volunteer CoordinatorEmail: bpigott@somervillema.…Learn More
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Wednesday, April 1611:00—11:45 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

East Branch Storytime

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

Wednesday, April 162:00—5:30 PMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Free Choice CRAFTernoon at Central

Free Choice CRAFTernoon at CentralDraw, paint, glue, bead, and create with the library's available craft supplies! Make something from one of our suggestions or from your own ideas. Drop in to the Children's Room at any time throughout the afternoon, and be prepared to take your projects home when you leave.…Learn More

Wednesday, April 165:30—6:30 PMZoom

Online Intermediate ELL Conversation Group

Online Intermediate ELL Conversation GroupPractice speaking, reading, and listening during our 1-hour conversation group. Recommended for intermediate English speakers and higher. For more information or to receive the Zoom link, please contact:Brigid Pigott, Literacy/Volunteer CoordinatorEmail: bpigott@somervillema.…Learn More
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Thursday, April 1710:30 AM—12:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Beginner ELL Class @ Central Library

Beginner ELL Class @ Central LibraryPractice 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
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Friday, April 1810:30—11:00 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Baby Lapsit at East

Baby Lapsit at EastEnjoy baby-friendly stories, songs & rhymes and make new friends!  Fridays, 10:30-11:00am. Lapsit is for babies 0 ~ PRE-walking with their parent/caregiver.  Little ones who can walk are invited to East's Story Times, Wednesdays @11am.

Friday, April 1810:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Toddler Storytime at Central

Toddler Storytime at CentralJoin us for stories, songs, and rhymes in the Children's Room on Friday mornings!Questions? Contact Annie at aschapira@somervillema. gov.

Friday, April 1811:30 AM—1:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Intermediate ELL Conversation Group @ Central Library

Intermediate ELL Conversation Group @ Central LibraryPractice speaking, reading, and listening during this conversation group.   Conversation Groups are recommended for intermediate English speakers and above.   This group meets in-person at Central Library, 79 Highland Avenue. For questions or more information, please contact: Brigid Pigott, Literacy/Volunteer CoordinatorEmail: bpigott@somervillema.…Learn More
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Monday, April 21Closed

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East Branch

West Branch

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Tuesday, April 226:00—7:00 PMZoom

Online Intermediate ELL Conversation Group

Online Intermediate ELL Conversation GroupPractice speaking, reading, and listening during our 1-hour conversation group. Recommended for intermediate English speakers or higher. For more information or to receive the Zoom link, please contact:Brigid Pigott, Literacy/Volunteer CoordinatorEmail: bpigott@somervillema.…Learn More
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Wednesday, April 2311:00—11:45 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

East Branch Storytime

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

Wednesday, April 235:30—6:30 PMZoom

Online Intermediate ELL Conversation Group

Online Intermediate ELL Conversation GroupPractice speaking, reading, and listening during our 1-hour conversation group. Recommended for intermediate English speakers and higher. For more information or to receive the Zoom link, please contact:Brigid Pigott, Literacy/Volunteer CoordinatorEmail: bpigott@somervillema.…Learn More
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Thursday, April 2410:30 AM—12:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Beginner ELL Class @ Central Library

Beginner ELL Class @ Central LibraryPractice 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
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Friday, April 2510:30—11:00 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Baby Lapsit at East

Baby Lapsit at EastEnjoy baby-friendly stories, songs & rhymes and make new friends!  Fridays, 10:30-11:00am. Lapsit is for babies 0 ~ PRE-walking with their parent/caregiver.  Little ones who can walk are invited to East's Story Times, Wednesdays @11am.

Friday, April 2510:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Toddler Storytime at Central

Toddler Storytime at CentralJoin us for stories, songs, and rhymes in the Children's Room on Friday mornings!Questions? Contact Annie at aschapira@somervillema. gov.

Friday, April 2511:30 AM—1:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Intermediate ELL Conversation Group @ Central Library

Intermediate ELL Conversation Group @ Central LibraryPractice speaking, reading, and listening during this conversation group.   Conversation Groups are recommended for intermediate English speakers and above.   This group meets in-person at Central Library, 79 Highland Avenue. For questions or more information, please contact: Brigid Pigott, Literacy/Volunteer CoordinatorEmail: bpigott@somervillema.…Learn More
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Monday, April 2810:00—11:30 AMZoom

Online Beginner ELL Class

Online Beginner ELL ClassPractice 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. 366.…Learn More

Monday, April 2810:30—11:00 AMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Music and Movement with Miss Jules

Music and Movement with Miss JulesChildren and families are invited to join Jules Murray for songs, electric ukulele music, and dancing with shakers and scarves!

Monday, April 284:00—5:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Creative Drama

Creative Drama WorkshopIn 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, April 286:30—8:30 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Creativity Collective: a 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
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Tuesday, April 296:00—7:00 PMZoom

Online Intermediate ELL Conversation Group

Online Intermediate ELL Conversation GroupPractice speaking, reading, and listening during our 1-hour conversation group. Recommended for intermediate English speakers or higher. For more information or to receive the Zoom link, please contact:Brigid Pigott, Literacy/Volunteer CoordinatorEmail: bpigott@somervillema.…Learn More
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Wednesday, April 3011:00—11:45 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

East Branch Storytime

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

Wednesday, April 305:30—6:30 PMZoom

Online Intermediate ELL Conversation Group

Online Intermediate ELL Conversation GroupPractice speaking, reading, and listening during our 1-hour conversation group. Recommended for intermediate English speakers and higher. For more information or to receive the Zoom link, please contact:Brigid Pigott, Literacy/Volunteer CoordinatorEmail: bpigott@somervillema.…Learn More

Wednesday, April 307:00—8:30 PMZoom

Mystery Book Group

Mystery Book Group ImageOur next book is Murder in Clichy by Cara Black. 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