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April 1. 4 events.
Best for ages 0-5, we'll enjoy 45 minutes of sing-along, dance-along fun!This event replaces today's regularly scheduled Storytime.
Questions? Contact Meghan: mforsell@somervillema. gov
It's half-day Wednesday fun at East from 1pm-4pm: drop in or stay and play with the library's LEGO (typically the first Wednesday of each month). Create what you like or try one of our challenge cards!Best for ages 5+ due to small pieces. Questions? Contact Meghan: mforsell@somervillema.…Learn More
It's STEAM Team!Join us every Wednesday from 2-4pm for project-based learning that includes experiments, hands-on activities, and fun technology. Age 5+, under 8 with a grownup, please. Questions? Contact Jen: joleary@somervillema. gov
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 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
Wednesday, April 111:00—11:45 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
Rockabye Beats, at East!
Best for ages 0-5, we'll enjoy 45 minutes of sing-along, dance-along fun!This event replaces today's regularly scheduled Storytime.
Questions? Contact Meghan: mforsell@somervillema. govWednesday, April 11:00—4:00 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
LEGO Club, at East!
It's half-day Wednesday fun at East from 1pm-4pm: drop in or stay and play with the library's LEGO (typically the first Wednesday of each month). Create what you like or try one of our challenge cards!Best for ages 5+ due to small pieces. Questions? Contact Meghan: mforsell@somervillema.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 12:00—4:00 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
STEAM Team at West
It's STEAM Team!Join us every Wednesday from 2-4pm for project-based learning that includes experiments, hands-on activities, and fun technology. Age 5+, under 8 with a grownup, please. Questions? Contact Jen: joleary@somervillema. govWednesday, April 12:00—3:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Girls Who Code Club at Central
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 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 MoreApril 2. 1 event.
Come meet other parents & caregivers of babies (birth - pre-walking -- no walkers, please, for the safety of the babies!). We'll sing songs and read stories and leave lots of time for conversation and community. Baby Lapsit is drop-in -- come whenever your schedule permits!
Thursdays at 11am in the West Branch Children's Room.…Learn More
Thursday, April 211:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Baby Lapsit at West
Come meet other parents & caregivers of babies (birth - pre-walking -- no walkers, please, for the safety of the babies!). We'll sing songs and read stories and leave lots of time for conversation and community. Baby Lapsit is drop-in -- come whenever your schedule permits!
Thursdays at 11am in the West Branch Children's Room.…Learn MoreApril 3. 2 events.
Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes in the Children's Room on Friday mornings!Questions? Contact Annie at aschapira@somervillema. gov.
Join us for stories and songs! All ages welcome. Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema. gov
Friday, April 310:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Toddler Storytime at Central
Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes in the Children's Room on Friday mornings!Questions? Contact Annie at aschapira@somervillema. gov.Friday, April 311:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Storytime at West
Join us for stories and songs! All ages welcome. Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema. govApril 4. 0 events.
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April 6. 3 events.
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. govJoin us for stories and songs in Spanish with Gabi! ¡Cuentos en español con Gabi!All ages welcome. Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema. gov
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, April 610:30—11:00 AMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Singalong with Matt Heaton at Central
Matt and his guitar will have kids laughing, dancing, and singing along! Great foot-stomping, hand-clapping music that is entertaining to children as well as their adults!Questions? Contact Annie at aschapira@somervillema. govMonday, April 611:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Storytime in Spanish at West/Cuentos en español
Join us for stories and songs in Spanish with Gabi! ¡Cuentos en español con Gabi!All ages welcome. Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema. govMonday, April 64:00—5:00 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 MoreApril 7. 2 events.
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
Use our supplies + your creativity! Craft tables are typically "free crafting", sometimes with a sample craft idea to spark your creativity!Kids of all ages welcome. For more info contact Meghan: mforsell@somervillema. gov
Tuesday, April 710:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Baby Lapsit at Central
Visit the Central Library Children's Room on Tuesdays at 10:30 am for a baby lapsit! Come and meet other parents & caregivers of babies (birth - pre-walking). We'll read stories, sing songs, and do fingerplays, then have time for conversation and community.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 72:00—4:30 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
Drop-In Craft Table at East
Use our supplies + your creativity! Craft tables are typically "free crafting", sometimes with a sample craft idea to spark your creativity!Kids of all ages welcome. For more info contact Meghan: mforsell@somervillema. govApril 8. 4 events.
In place of this week's story time at East, join us for interactive movement with The Little Gym of Assembly Row!This program, planned for ages 1-3 with a grown-up, introduces children to joyful movement & music where each child can participate comfortably at their own developmental level.…Learn More
It's half-day Wednesday fun with the library's kid-friendly (screen-free) games, best for ages 4+. Drop in or stay & play, 1:00-4:00pm!Game Days are typically the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month. For more info contact Meghan: mforsell@somervillema.…Learn More
It's STEAM Team!Join us every Wednesday from 2-4pm for project-based learning that includes experiments, hands-on activities, and fun technology. This Wednesday, we will be holding a special STEAM Team event!! Jen has teamed up with MIT's PLIX (Public Library Innovation Exchange) program to bring this special activity to the library! We will be exploring with the app called OctoStudio to learn how to code! During this exploration, kids will pick an animal to learn more about.…Learn MoreInterested 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
Wednesday, April 811:00—11:30 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
Fun with Little Gym at East
In place of this week's story time at East, join us for interactive movement with The Little Gym of Assembly Row!This program, planned for ages 1-3 with a grown-up, introduces children to joyful movement & music where each child can participate comfortably at their own developmental level.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 81:00—4:00 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
GAME DAY at East!
It's half-day Wednesday fun with the library's kid-friendly (screen-free) games, best for ages 4+. Drop in or stay & play, 1:00-4:00pm!Game Days are typically the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month. For more info contact Meghan: mforsell@somervillema.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 82:00—4:00 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
STEAM Team at West
It's STEAM Team!Join us every Wednesday from 2-4pm for project-based learning that includes experiments, hands-on activities, and fun technology. This Wednesday, we will be holding a special STEAM Team event!! Jen has teamed up with MIT's PLIX (Public Library Innovation Exchange) program to bring this special activity to the library! We will be exploring with the app called OctoStudio to learn how to code! During this exploration, kids will pick an animal to learn more about.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 82:00—3:00 PMLibrary Director's OfficeCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Girls Who Code Club at Central
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 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 MoreApril 9. 2 events.Come meet other parents & caregivers of babies (birth - pre-walking -- no walkers, please, for the safety of the babies!). We'll sing songs and read stories and leave lots of time for conversation and community. Baby Lapsit is drop-in -- come whenever your schedule permits!
Thursdays at 11am in the West Branch Children's Room.…Learn More
Build with Legos in the Children's Room on the second Thursday of each month! All materials will be provided. This event is for ages 3 and up. Questions? Contact Annie at aschapira@somervillema. gov.
Thursday, April 911:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Baby Lapsit at West
Come meet other parents & caregivers of babies (birth - pre-walking -- no walkers, please, for the safety of the babies!). We'll sing songs and read stories and leave lots of time for conversation and community. Baby Lapsit is drop-in -- come whenever your schedule permits!
Thursdays at 11am in the West Branch Children's Room.…Learn MoreThursday, April 94:00—4:45 PMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Lego Club at Central
Build with Legos in the Children's Room on the second Thursday of each month! All materials will be provided. This event is for ages 3 and up. Questions? Contact Annie at aschapira@somervillema. gov.April 10. 2 events.Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes in the Children's Room on Friday mornings!Questions? Contact Annie at aschapira@somervillema. gov.Join us for stories and songs! All ages welcome. Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema. gov
Friday, April 1010:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Toddler Storytime at Central
Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes in the Children's Room on Friday mornings!Questions? Contact Annie at aschapira@somervillema. gov.Friday, April 1011:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Storytime at West
Join us for stories and songs! All ages welcome. Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema. govApril 11. 0 events.
April 12. 1 event.Sunday, April 122:00—2:30 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Join us for interactive movement with The Little Gym of Assembly Row!This program introduces children to joyful movement, music, and foundational gymnastics skills in a supportive, non-competitive environment where each child can participate comfortably at their own developmental level.…Learn More
Sunday, April 122:00—2:30 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Central Library LawnCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Fun with Little Gym at Central
Join us for interactive movement with The Little Gym of Assembly Row!This program introduces children to joyful movement, music, and foundational gymnastics skills in a supportive, non-competitive environment where each child can participate comfortably at their own developmental level.…Learn MoreApril 13. 4 events.
In 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 MoreJoin us for stories and songs in Portuguese with Gabi! Histórias em português com a Gabi!All ages welcome. Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema. gov
Join Sheryl White of Baby Kneads for a session on Infant Massage for pre-crawling infants and babies. Please bring a baby blanket and dress in comfortable clothing.
The benefits of infant massage include: Promotes the strengthening of the digestive, respiratory, and circulatory systems; Helps relieve the discomfort associated with gas and colic; Helps baby sleep better by releasing stress which builds daily from new experiences; Increases confidence and sensitivity to baby’s cues; Relaxes and soothes your baby.…Learn MoreIn 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 1310:30—11:15 AMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Music with Little Groove at Central
In 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 MoreMonday, April 1311:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Storytime in Portuguese at West/Histórias em português
Join us for stories and songs in Portuguese with Gabi! Histórias em português com a Gabi!All ages welcome. Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema. govMonday, April 1311:00 AM—12:00 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
Infant Massage at East
Join Sheryl White of Baby Kneads for a session on Infant Massage for pre-crawling infants and babies. Please bring a baby blanket and dress in comfortable clothing.
The benefits of infant massage include: Promotes the strengthening of the digestive, respiratory, and circulatory systems; Helps relieve the discomfort associated with gas and colic; Helps baby sleep better by releasing stress which builds daily from new experiences; Increases confidence and sensitivity to baby’s cues; Relaxes and soothes your baby.…Learn MoreMonday, April 134:00—5:00 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 MoreApril 14. 3 events.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
It's a pop-up Singalong with at West!Join us in the West Branch Children's Room (2nd floor) on Tuesday, April 14 at 11am for a super fun time. Questions? Contact Alison Mitchell, Children’s Librarian, amitchell@somervillema. gov…Learn More
Calling all artists age 2-18:Submit your work for the 2026 Somerville Open Studios Kids & Teens Art Show!Please join us at a Open Art Studio to create your work: Tuesday April 14, 3:30 - 5:30pm. Art will be displayed in the West Branch Library Atrium from April 27 - May 11, 2026.…Learn More
Tuesday, April 1410:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Baby Lapsit at Central
Visit the Central Library Children's Room on Tuesdays at 10:30 am for a baby lapsit! Come and meet other parents & caregivers of babies (birth - pre-walking). We'll read stories, sing songs, and do fingerplays, then have time for conversation and community.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 1411:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Pop-up Singalong with Alison at West
It's a pop-up Singalong with at West!Join us in the West Branch Children's Room (2nd floor) on Tuesday, April 14 at 11am for a super fun time. Questions? Contact Alison Mitchell, Children’s Librarian, amitchell@somervillema. gov…Learn MoreTuesday, April 143:30—5:30 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Open Art Studio for ages 2-18 at West (Somerville Open Studios)
Calling all artists age 2-18:Submit your work for the 2026 Somerville Open Studios Kids & Teens Art Show!Please join us at a Open Art Studio to create your work: Tuesday April 14, 3:30 - 5:30pm. Art will be displayed in the West Branch Library Atrium from April 27 - May 11, 2026.…Learn MoreApril 15. 5 events.
Join Meghan for stories, songs, finger plays and fun!We appreciate strollers being parked outside as we have limited space.
Draw, 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 MoreIt's STEAM Team!Join us every Wednesday from 2-4pm for project-based learning that includes experiments, hands-on activities, and fun technology. Age 5+, under 8 with a grownup, please. Questions? Contact Jen: joleary@somervillema. govInterested 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
April showers inspire East's "CRAFTernoon" (see pic below) on early-release Wednesday, April 15! Best for school-age kids. Children under 7 will need a helper.
Wednesday, April 1511:00—11:45 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
East Branch Storytime
Join Meghan for stories, songs, finger plays and fun!We appreciate strollers being parked outside as we have limited space.Wednesday, April 152:00—5:30 PMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Free Choice CRAFTernoon at Central
Draw, 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 MoreWednesday, April 152:00—4:00 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
STEAM Team at West
It's STEAM Team!Join us every Wednesday from 2-4pm for project-based learning that includes experiments, hands-on activities, and fun technology. Age 5+, under 8 with a grownup, please. Questions? Contact Jen: joleary@somervillema. govWednesday, April 152:00—3:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Girls Who Code Club at Central
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 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 MoreWednesday, April 152:30—4:00 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
CRAFTernoon at East: Mini Umbrellas!
April showers inspire East's "CRAFTernoon" (see pic below) on early-release Wednesday, April 15! Best for school-age kids. Children under 7 will need a helper. April 16 (Today). 1 event.Come meet other parents & caregivers of babies (birth - pre-walking -- no walkers, please, for the safety of the babies!). We'll sing songs and read stories and leave lots of time for conversation and community. Baby Lapsit is drop-in -- come whenever your schedule permits!
Thursdays at 11am in the West Branch Children's Room.…Learn More
Thursday, April 1611:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Baby Lapsit at West
Come meet other parents & caregivers of babies (birth - pre-walking -- no walkers, please, for the safety of the babies!). We'll sing songs and read stories and leave lots of time for conversation and community. Baby Lapsit is drop-in -- come whenever your schedule permits!
Thursdays at 11am in the West Branch Children's Room.…Learn MoreApril 17. 3 events.Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes in the Children's Room on Friday mornings!Questions? Contact Annie at aschapira@somervillema. gov.East hosts music and movement with Little Groove! Best for ages 0-5.
It's fun Fridays at East with Little Groove for 2026: Feb 13, April 17, May 1
Questions? Contact Meghan: mforsell@somervillema. gov…Learn MoreJoin us for stories and songs! All ages welcome. Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema. gov
Friday, April 1710:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Toddler Storytime at Central
Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes in the Children's Room on Friday mornings!Questions? Contact Annie at aschapira@somervillema. gov.Friday, April 1710:30—11:15 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
Music and Movement with Little Groove, at East!
East hosts music and movement with Little Groove! Best for ages 0-5.
It's fun Fridays at East with Little Groove for 2026: Feb 13, April 17, May 1
Questions? Contact Meghan: mforsell@somervillema. gov…Learn MoreFriday, April 1711:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Storytime at West
Join us for stories and songs! All ages welcome. Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema. govApril 18. 1 event.Join is for stories and songs! All ages welcome. Questions: Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema. gov
Saturday, April 1811:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Saturday Storytime at West
Join is for stories and songs! All ages welcome. Questions: Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema. govApril 19. 0 events.
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April 21. 2 events.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
It's April Vacation Week!Join us in the West Branch Children's Room for a variety of arts & crafts. Ages 5-18, under 8 with a grownup, please. Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema. gov
Tuesday, April 2110:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Baby Lapsit at Central
Visit the Central Library Children's Room on Tuesdays at 10:30 am for a baby lapsit! Come and meet other parents & caregivers of babies (birth - pre-walking). We'll read stories, sing songs, and do fingerplays, then have time for conversation and community.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 212:00—4:00 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Arts & Crafts at West
It's April Vacation Week!Join us in the West Branch Children's Room for a variety of arts & crafts. Ages 5-18, under 8 with a grownup, please. Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema. govApril 22. 4 events.
It's a school vacation week concert with Evan Haller of Music at the Blissful!6x Boston Parent Paper Family Favorite and National Touring Musician Evan Haller brings his high energy, fun filled, interactive, movement packed music experience for the whole family.…Learn MoreCome sing and dance with Little Groove Music! All ages welcome. Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema. gov…Learn MoreIt's STEAM Team!Join us every Wednesday from 2-4pm for project-based learning that includes experiments, hands-on activities, and fun technology. Age 5+, under 8 with a grownup, please. Questions? Contact Jen: joleary@somervillema. gov
Join us for a screening of the animated movie, The Bad Guys. A crackerjack criminal crew of animal outlaws are about to attempt their most challenging con yet: becoming model citizens. Never have there been five friends as infamous as Mr. Wolf and his team.…Learn More
Wednesday, April 2211:00—11:45 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
Music at the Blissful, at East!
It's a school vacation week concert with Evan Haller of Music at the Blissful!6x Boston Parent Paper Family Favorite and National Touring Musician Evan Haller brings his high energy, fun filled, interactive, movement packed music experience for the whole family.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 2211:00 AM—12:00 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Music with Little Groove at West
Come sing and dance with Little Groove Music! All ages welcome. Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema. gov…Learn MoreWednesday, April 222:00—4:00 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
STEAM Team at West
It's STEAM Team!Join us every Wednesday from 2-4pm for project-based learning that includes experiments, hands-on activities, and fun technology. Age 5+, under 8 with a grownup, please. Questions? Contact Jen: joleary@somervillema. govWednesday, April 222:30—4:30 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
School Vacation Week Movie: The Bad Guys
Join us for a screening of the animated movie, The Bad Guys. A crackerjack criminal crew of animal outlaws are about to attempt their most challenging con yet: becoming model citizens. Never have there been five friends as infamous as Mr. Wolf and his team.…Learn MoreApril 23. 2 events.Come meet other parents & caregivers of babies (birth - pre-walking -- no walkers, please, for the safety of the babies!). We'll sing songs and read stories and leave lots of time for conversation and community. Baby Lapsit is drop-in -- come whenever your schedule permits!
Thursdays at 11am in the West Branch Children's Room.…Learn More
Board games, card games, puzzles & more! Come with a partner to play with or come alone and meet a new friend to play with here!Questions? Contact Jen: joleary@somervillema. gov
Thursday, April 2311:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Baby Lapsit at West
Come meet other parents & caregivers of babies (birth - pre-walking -- no walkers, please, for the safety of the babies!). We'll sing songs and read stories and leave lots of time for conversation and community. Baby Lapsit is drop-in -- come whenever your schedule permits!
Thursdays at 11am in the West Branch Children's Room.…Learn MoreThursday, April 233:00—4:30 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Board Game Day at West
Board games, card games, puzzles & more! Come with a partner to play with or come alone and meet a new friend to play with here!Questions? Contact Jen: joleary@somervillema. govApril 24. 3 events.Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes in the Children's Room on Friday mornings!Questions? Contact Annie at aschapira@somervillema. gov.Join us for stories and songs! All ages welcome. Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema. gov
Your votes have been counted, and the winner is. .. .. ZOOTOPIA 2!!! Come join us for a relaxing afternoon movie at the West Branch!Ages 0-18 and their grownups welcome; under 8 with a caregiver, please. Zootopia 2 is rated PG for action/violence and rude humor.…Learn More
Friday, April 2410:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Toddler Storytime at Central
Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes in the Children's Room on Friday mornings!Questions? Contact Annie at aschapira@somervillema. gov.Friday, April 2411:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Storytime at West
Join us for stories and songs! All ages welcome. Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema. govFriday, April 243:00—4:30 PMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Afternoon Movie at West: Zootopia 2!!
Your votes have been counted, and the winner is. .. .. ZOOTOPIA 2!!! Come join us for a relaxing afternoon movie at the West Branch!Ages 0-18 and their grownups welcome; under 8 with a caregiver, please. Zootopia 2 is rated PG for action/violence and rude humor.…Learn MoreApril 25. 3 events.
It's a Spring Scavenger Hunt! Find all the spring pictures and get a small prize!
Intended for ages 0-12.
Questions? Contact Jen: joleary@somervillema. gov…Learn More
Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics! Lots of topics to enjoy during this fun storytime! We will read books, sing songs & play with some STEM themed toys! Questions? Contact Jen: joleary@somervillema. gov
Esther Gomez is bringing her Spanish Fun program back to the library, and this time it's all about Cinco de Mayo!A great way to practice Spanish is by ACTING. Some of the benefits of acting are Inspiration, confidence building, teamwork, collaboration, and improved communication.…Learn More
Saturday, April 259:00 AM—12:50 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Scavenger Hunt Saturday at West
It's a Spring Scavenger Hunt! Find all the spring pictures and get a small prize!
Intended for ages 0-12.
Questions? Contact Jen: joleary@somervillema. gov…Learn MoreSaturday, April 2511:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
STEM Storytime at West
Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics! Lots of topics to enjoy during this fun storytime! We will read books, sing songs & play with some STEM themed toys! Questions? Contact Jen: joleary@somervillema. govSaturday, April 252:30—4:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Cinco de Mayo! A Spanish Fun Program
Esther Gomez is bringing her Spanish Fun program back to the library, and this time it's all about Cinco de Mayo!A great way to practice Spanish is by ACTING. Some of the benefits of acting are Inspiration, confidence building, teamwork, collaboration, and improved communication.…Learn MoreApril 26. 0 events.
April 27. 4 events.
Talking with Toys: support your child’s communication development through play with Talk Time Boston. Play with toys while a speech language pathologist demonstrates language-enhacing strategies. Ask questions and get answers!Suggested for ages 1-3 and their grownups; drop in/no registration required.…Learn More
Children and families are invited to join Julie Stepanek Murray for songs, electric ukulele music, and dancing with shakers and scarves!Questions? Contact Annie at aschapira@somervillema. gov.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
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 Tammy at tmckanan@somervillema. gov.
Monday, April 2710:00—11:00 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Talking with Toys at West
Talking with Toys: support your child’s communication development through play with Talk Time Boston. Play with toys while a speech language pathologist demonstrates language-enhacing strategies. Ask questions and get answers!Suggested for ages 1-3 and their grownups; drop in/no registration required.…Learn MoreMonday, April 2710:30—11:00 AMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Music and Movement with Miss Julie at Central
Children and families are invited to join Julie Stepanek Murray for songs, electric ukulele music, and dancing with shakers and scarves!Questions? Contact Annie at aschapira@somervillema. gov.Monday, April 274:00—5:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Creative Drama
In a Library Creative Drama class, students are led in creative movement, acting games, skits, and imagination challenges. Creative Drama offers opportunities for individual expression and group cooperation. Kids can have fun while learning and gaining confidence.…Learn MoreMonday, April 276:00—6:30 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 Tammy at tmckanan@somervillema. gov. April 28. 1 event.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, April 2810:30—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 MoreApril 29. 5 events.Join Meghan for stories, songs, finger plays and fun!We appreciate strollers being parked outside as we have limited space.It's half-day Wednesday fun with the library's kid-friendly (screen-free) games, best for ages 4+. Drop in or stay & play, 1:00-4:00pm!For more info contact Meghan: mforsell@somervillema. govIt's STEAM Team!Join us every Wednesday from 2-4pm for project-based learning that includes experiments, hands-on activities, and fun technology. Age 5+, under 8 with a grownup, please. Questions? Contact Jen: joleary@somervillema. govInterested 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
Calling all kids ages 8-11!! Join us at the West Branch on the last Wednesday of each month for Comic Crew: A Graphic Novel Book Club at 6:30PM. This monthly book club will include a variety of different activities including crafts, games, conversations & more!!
For this meeting, we will be discussing the book El Deafo by Cece Bell.…Learn More
Wednesday, April 2911:00—11:45 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
East Branch Storytime
Join Meghan for stories, songs, finger plays and fun!We appreciate strollers being parked outside as we have limited space.Wednesday, April 291:00—4:00 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
GAME DAY at East!
It's half-day Wednesday fun with the library's kid-friendly (screen-free) games, best for ages 4+. Drop in or stay & play, 1:00-4:00pm!For more info contact Meghan: mforsell@somervillema. govWednesday, April 292:00—4:00 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
STEAM Team at West
It's STEAM Team!Join us every Wednesday from 2-4pm for project-based learning that includes experiments, hands-on activities, and fun technology. Age 5+, under 8 with a grownup, please. Questions? Contact Jen: joleary@somervillema. govWednesday, April 292:00—3:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Girls Who Code Club at Central
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 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 MoreWednesday, April 296:30—7:30 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Comic Crew at West
Calling all kids ages 8-11!! Join us at the West Branch on the last Wednesday of each month for Comic Crew: A Graphic Novel Book Club at 6:30PM. This monthly book club will include a variety of different activities including crafts, games, conversations & more!!
For this meeting, we will be discussing the book El Deafo by Cece Bell.…Learn MoreApril 30. 2 events.Come meet other parents & caregivers of babies (birth - pre-walking -- no walkers, please, for the safety of the babies!). We'll sing songs and read stories and leave lots of time for conversation and community. Baby Lapsit is drop-in -- come whenever your schedule permits!
Thursdays at 11am in the West Branch Children's Room.…Learn More
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
Thursday, April 3011:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Baby Lapsit at West
Come meet other parents & caregivers of babies (birth - pre-walking -- no walkers, please, for the safety of the babies!). We'll sing songs and read stories and leave lots of time for conversation and community. Baby Lapsit is drop-in -- come whenever your schedule permits!
Thursdays at 11am in the West Branch Children's Room.…Learn MoreThursday, April 303:30—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 MoreEmpty date from adjacent month.
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