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July 1. 4 events.
Join for stories, songs, finger plays and fun!We appreciate strollers being parked outside as we have limited space.
What is an endangered species? Why are many animals and their habitats disappearing? Learn about endangered species in the wild here in New England, and around the world, and some things we can all do to help them. Don’t miss meeting some of their animal relatives up close and personal!This program will run twice: 2:30pm and 3:30pm (link opens new tab).…Learn More
Summer "CRAFTernoons" continue at East! Wednesdays July 1 & 15 @ 2:30 / Tuesday, July 28 @ 3:30July 1st we'll be crafting Festive "firecracker" Windsocks!All ages welcome. Children under 7 will need a helper. Questions? contact Meghan: mforsell@somervillema.…Learn MoreWhat is an endangered species? Why are many animals and their habitats disappearing? Learn about endangered species in the wild here in New England, and around the world, and some things we can all do to help them. Don’t miss meeting some of their animal relatives up close and personal!This program will run twice: 2:30pm and 3:30pm.…Learn More
Wednesday, July 111:00—11:45 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
East Branch Storytime
Join for stories, songs, finger plays and fun!We appreciate strollers being parked outside as we have limited space.Wednesday, July 12:30—3:00 PMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Helping Endangered Species at West
What is an endangered species? Why are many animals and their habitats disappearing? Learn about endangered species in the wild here in New England, and around the world, and some things we can all do to help them. Don’t miss meeting some of their animal relatives up close and personal!This program will run twice: 2:30pm and 3:30pm (link opens new tab).…Learn MoreWednesday, July 12:30—4:00 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
CRAFTernoon at East!
Summer "CRAFTernoons" continue at East! Wednesdays July 1 & 15 @ 2:30 / Tuesday, July 28 @ 3:30July 1st we'll be crafting Festive "firecracker" Windsocks!All ages welcome. Children under 7 will need a helper. Questions? contact Meghan: mforsell@somervillema.…Learn MoreWednesday, July 13:30—4:00 PMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Helping Endangered Species at West
What is an endangered species? Why are many animals and their habitats disappearing? Learn about endangered species in the wild here in New England, and around the world, and some things we can all do to help them. Don’t miss meeting some of their animal relatives up close and personal!This program will run twice: 2:30pm and 3:30pm.…Learn MoreJuly 2. 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
Wow! It's a robot storytime hosted by our friends from the Museum of Science!Questions? Contact Meghan: mforsell@somervillema. gov. Robot Storytime will also be visiting our West Branch on Wednesday, July 8 (link opens new tab).
Thursday, July 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 MoreThursday, July 23:00—3:30 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
Robot Storytime at East
Wow! It's a robot storytime hosted by our friends from the Museum of Science!Questions? Contact Meghan: mforsell@somervillema. gov. Robot Storytime will also be visiting our West Branch on Wednesday, July 8 (link opens new tab).July 3. 5 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
Back by popular demand: Make Your Own Slime! We'll provide everything you need to make some ooey, gooey fun! Register for a time slot at 2:30, 3:30 (link opens new tab) , or 4:30 (link opens new tab). This program is recommended for kids age 6 and older.…Learn MoreBack by popular demand: Make Your Own Slime! We'll provide everything you need to make some ooey, gooey fun! Register for a time slot at 2:30 (link opens new tab), 3:30, or 4:30 (link opens new tab). This program is recommended for kids age 6 and older.…Learn MoreBack by popular demand: Make Your Own Slime! We'll provide everything you need to make some ooey, gooey fun! Register for a time slot at 2:30 (link opens new tab), 3:30 (link opens new tab), or 4:30. This program is recommended for kids age 6 and older.…Learn More
Friday, July 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, July 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. govFriday, July 32:30—3:15 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Make Your Own Slime!
Back by popular demand: Make Your Own Slime! We'll provide everything you need to make some ooey, gooey fun! Register for a time slot at 2:30, 3:30 (link opens new tab) , or 4:30 (link opens new tab). This program is recommended for kids age 6 and older.…Learn MoreFriday, July 33:30—4:15 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Make Your Own Slime!
Back by popular demand: Make Your Own Slime! We'll provide everything you need to make some ooey, gooey fun! Register for a time slot at 2:30 (link opens new tab), 3:30, or 4:30 (link opens new tab). This program is recommended for kids age 6 and older.…Learn MoreFriday, July 34:30—5:15 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Make Your Own Slime!
Back by popular demand: Make Your Own Slime! We'll provide everything you need to make some ooey, gooey fun! Register for a time slot at 2:30 (link opens new tab), 3:30 (link opens new tab), or 4:30. This program is recommended for kids age 6 and older.…Learn MoreJuly 4. 4 closures. 0 events.
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July 6. 2 events.
Join Gabi for songs and stories in Spanish!¡Cuentos en español con Gabi!Questions/preguntas? 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, July 611:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Spanish Storytime/Cuentos en español at West
Join Gabi for songs and stories in Spanish!¡Cuentos en español con Gabi!Questions/preguntas? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema. govMonday, July 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 MoreJuly 7. 4 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
Kids ages 5 and older are invited to explore seeds with The Somerville Community Growing Center! We'll check out seeds at different stages of development, and dissect some to find out what's inside! We'll fill newspaper pots with soil and plant our own seeds to to take home.…Learn More
Paper theater storyteller Yumi Izuyama returns to the library to present another story about the importance of the pollinators that help our plants to grow, along with a community craft! The event is best suited for children aged 3-7. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Somerville Arts Council, a local agency supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 73:00—4:00 PMWest Branch BackyardWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Come learn to cook using solar energy! We will build and decorate our own Solar Ovens to bring home and cook with! You will receive step by step instruction to make a pizza box solar oven and then will be given all of the supplies to cook up some delicious smores!We will be creating our solar ovens at the West Branch Community Room! Then, you can bring your solar oven anywhere outside (in the sun, of course!) to cook up some yummy treats!This program is for children ages 5-12! Under 8 with a grown up, please!Questions? Contact Jen: joleary@somervillema.…Learn More
Tuesday, July 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, July 710:30—11:30 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
Seeds: a Hands on Program with the Growing Center at East
Kids ages 5 and older are invited to explore seeds with The Somerville Community Growing Center! We'll check out seeds at different stages of development, and dissect some to find out what's inside! We'll fill newspaper pots with soil and plant our own seeds to to take home.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 711:00 AM—12:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Kamishibai Japanese Paper Theater Storytelling & Craft at Central
Paper theater storyteller Yumi Izuyama returns to the library to present another story about the importance of the pollinators that help our plants to grow, along with a community craft! The event is best suited for children aged 3-7. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Somerville Arts Council, a local agency supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 73:00—4:00 PMWest Branch BackyardWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
West Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Solar Ovens at West
Come learn to cook using solar energy! We will build and decorate our own Solar Ovens to bring home and cook with! You will receive step by step instruction to make a pizza box solar oven and then will be given all of the supplies to cook up some delicious smores!We will be creating our solar ovens at the West Branch Community Room! Then, you can bring your solar oven anywhere outside (in the sun, of course!) to cook up some yummy treats!This program is for children ages 5-12! Under 8 with a grown up, please!Questions? Contact Jen: joleary@somervillema.…Learn MoreJuly 8. 3 events.Paper theater storyteller Yumi Izuyama returns to the library to present a story about the importance of the bees that help our plants to grow, along with a community craft!This program is supported in part by a grant from the Somerville Arts Council, a local agency supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council.…Learn More
Game Days continue alternating Wednesday afternoons this summer: June 24, July 8, 22 & August 5. Drop in or stay & play, 1:00-4:00pm!Questions? Contact Meghan: mforsell@somervillema. govWow! It's a robot storytime with our friends from the Museum of Science!Questions? Contact Jen: joleary@somervillema. gov
Wednesday, July 811:00 AM—12:00 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
Kamishibai Japanese Paper Theater Storytelling & Craft at East
Paper theater storyteller Yumi Izuyama returns to the library to present a story about the importance of the bees that help our plants to grow, along with a community craft!This program is supported in part by a grant from the Somerville Arts Council, a local agency supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council.…Learn MoreWednesday, July 81:00—4:00 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
GAME DAY at East!
Game Days continue alternating Wednesday afternoons this summer: June 24, July 8, 22 & August 5. Drop in or stay & play, 1:00-4:00pm!Questions? Contact Meghan: mforsell@somervillema. govWednesday, July 83:00—3:30 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Robot Storytime at West
Wow! It's a robot storytime with our friends from the Museum of Science!Questions? Contact Jen: joleary@somervillema. govJuly 9. 3 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.
It's a family movie night at the East Branch! We'll snack on popcorn and watch this family-friendly flick, rated PG (150mins), on our "big" screen.
Thursday, July 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, July 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.Thursday, July 96:00—8:15 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
Family Movie Night at East!
It's a family movie night at the East Branch! We'll snack on popcorn and watch this family-friendly flick, rated PG (150mins), on our "big" screen.July 10. 4 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
Just bring your imagination because we'll have everything else you need to make the board game of your dreams! Get creative and plan to stay to the end because, if time allows, we're going to play all the games you make! This event is recommended for kids age 8 and older.…Learn More
Join Jessica Garret, a Somerville resident, science educator and co-author of a kid's experiment book, "Oh Ick, 114 Science Experiments Guaranteed to Gross You Out!" for a hands-on STEAM program!
At West, we'll be making Cartesian Divers: Come make a fun toy (and magic trick to fool your family) while learning about air pressure and density! Bring an empty 1 or 2 liter clear plastic bottle if you can (like any soda or seltzer bottle with a tight screw-on cap - we'll have some on hand if you can't find one) .…Learn More
Friday, July 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, July 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. govFriday, July 102:30—4:30 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Make Your Own Board Game
Just bring your imagination because we'll have everything else you need to make the board game of your dreams! Get creative and plan to stay to the end because, if time allows, we're going to play all the games you make! This event is recommended for kids age 8 and older.…Learn MoreFriday, July 103:30—5:00 PMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
STEAM at West: Cartesian Divers with Jessica Garrett
Join Jessica Garret, a Somerville resident, science educator and co-author of a kid's experiment book, "Oh Ick, 114 Science Experiments Guaranteed to Gross You Out!" for a hands-on STEAM program!
At West, we'll be making Cartesian Divers: Come make a fun toy (and magic trick to fool your family) while learning about air pressure and density! Bring an empty 1 or 2 liter clear plastic bottle if you can (like any soda or seltzer bottle with a tight screw-on cap - we'll have some on hand if you can't find one) .…Learn MoreJuly 11. 1 event.
Join Alison from the West Branch for a special storytime at the Harvard Art Museums: 32 Quincy Street, Cambridge as part of the Second Saturday Storytime series. Alison will be at the museum on July 11 at 11am. Librarians from Cambridge, Watertown, and Medford will lead a storytime at the Harvard Art Museums on the other Second Saturdays of each month.…Learn More
Saturday, July 1111:00—11:30 AMHarvard Art Museums32 Quincy St, Cambridge, MA, 02138
Storytime at the Harvard Art Museums
Join Alison from the West Branch for a special storytime at the Harvard Art Museums: 32 Quincy Street, Cambridge as part of the Second Saturday Storytime series. Alison will be at the museum on July 11 at 11am. Librarians from Cambridge, Watertown, and Medford will lead a storytime at the Harvard Art Museums on the other Second Saturdays of each month.…Learn MoreJuly 12. 1 closure. 0 events.
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July 13. 4 events.
LEGO Club at East, Summer Schedule: Join us alternating Mondays (June 29, July 13 & 27, August 10) when we'll have the Library LEGO available from 11am-4pm. Drop in for a quick build or stay and play for a while!Best for ages 5+ due to small pieces.…Learn More
It's that time of year -- the famous Stuffed Animal Sleepover at the West Branch!Drop your stuffed animal off on Monday, July 13 from 3pm - 6pm. (You might want to bring your 2nd favorite, not your 1st favorite, since you'll be away from them overnight.…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
Teen Pizza & Craft: we have pizza and do crafts. In July, we'll help with the Stuffed Animal Sleepover. Sign up for a 2-hour block, either 2-4pm, 4-6pm, or 6-8pm. Registration really, really encouraged for this one since I'll be relying on you for help! Get a friend to sign up too!This group is intended for tweens and teens in middle school and high school.…Learn More
Monday, July 1311:00 AM—4:00 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
LEGO Club, at East!
LEGO Club at East, Summer Schedule: Join us alternating Mondays (June 29, July 13 & 27, August 10) when we'll have the Library LEGO available from 11am-4pm. Drop in for a quick build or stay and play for a while!Best for ages 5+ due to small pieces.…Learn MoreMonday, July 133:00—6:00 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Stuffed Animal Sleepover at West
It's that time of year -- the famous Stuffed Animal Sleepover at the West Branch!Drop your stuffed animal off on Monday, July 13 from 3pm - 6pm. (You might want to bring your 2nd favorite, not your 1st favorite, since you'll be away from them overnight.…Learn MoreMonday, July 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 MoreMonday, July 136:30—7:30 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Teen Pizza & Craft at West
Teen Pizza & Craft: we have pizza and do crafts. In July, we'll help with the Stuffed Animal Sleepover. Sign up for a 2-hour block, either 2-4pm, 4-6pm, or 6-8pm. Registration really, really encouraged for this one since I'll be relying on you for help! Get a friend to sign up too!This group is intended for tweens and teens in middle school and high school.…Learn MoreJuly 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, July 14 at 11am for a super fun time. Questions? Contact Alison Mitchell, Children’s Librarian, amitchell@somervillema. gov…Learn MoreJoin Jessica Garret, a Somerville resident, science educator and co-author of the kid's experiment book, "Oh Ick, 114 Science Experiments Guaranteed to Gross You Out!" for a hands-on STEAM program: Squishy Circuits using LED lights and play clay!For kids ages 7+.…Learn More
Tuesday, July 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, July 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, July 14 at 11am for a super fun time. Questions? Contact Alison Mitchell, Children’s Librarian, amitchell@somervillema. gov…Learn MoreTuesday, July 143:30—4:30 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
Squishy Circuits! STEAM with Jessica Garrett, at East
Join Jessica Garret, a Somerville resident, science educator and co-author of the kid's experiment book, "Oh Ick, 114 Science Experiments Guaranteed to Gross You Out!" for a hands-on STEAM program: Squishy Circuits using LED lights and play clay!For kids ages 7+.…Learn MoreJuly 15. 6 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. govBack by popular demand -- it's Yumi with amazing storytelling and a related craft!This program is supported in part by a grant from the Somerville Arts Council, a local agency supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema.…Learn MoreSummer "CRAFTernoons" continue at East! Wednesdays July 1 & 15 @ 2:30 / Tuesday, July 28 @ 3:30July 15: We'll be making our own STICKERS! Use our images or design your own by coloring on paper or printing out your own using our public print station.…Learn More
Join us at the West Branch to play Magic: The Gathering
All ages (kids/teens/adults) are welcome (8 and under with a grownup, please). We will cover the basics including card types, deck building, and playing. Remember, it’s always more fun to play with others!
Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema.…Learn MoreWednesday, July 157:30—9:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Join us for the heart-warming story of the adventures of Babe, a piglet who wants to do the work of a sheepdog. The movie will start as soon as it's dark enough, but why not come early with a blanket or chairs and some snacks or a picnic dinner?In case of bad weather, we'll show the movie in the auditorium.…Learn More
Wednesday, July 1511:00—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, July 1511:00 AM—12:00 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Kamishibai Japanese Paper Theater: Storytelling & Craft at West
Back by popular demand -- it's Yumi with amazing storytelling and a related craft!This program is supported in part by a grant from the Somerville Arts Council, a local agency supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema.…Learn MoreWednesday, July 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 More
Wednesday, July 152:30—4:00 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
CRAFTernoon at East! Make your own STICKERS!
Summer "CRAFTernoons" continue at East! Wednesdays July 1 & 15 @ 2:30 / Tuesday, July 28 @ 3:30July 15: We'll be making our own STICKERS! Use our images or design your own by coloring on paper or printing out your own using our public print station.…Learn MoreWednesday, July 153:30—5:15 PMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Magic: The Gathering at West
Join us at the West Branch to play Magic: The Gathering
All ages (kids/teens/adults) are welcome (8 and under with a grownup, please). We will cover the basics including card types, deck building, and playing. Remember, it’s always more fun to play with others!
Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema.…Learn MoreWednesday, July 157:30—9:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Central Library LawnCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Family Movie on the Lawn: Babe
Join us for the heart-warming story of the adventures of Babe, a piglet who wants to do the work of a sheepdog. The movie will start as soon as it's dark enough, but why not come early with a blanket or chairs and some snacks or a picnic dinner?In case of bad weather, we'll show the movie in the auditorium.…Learn MoreJuly 16. 3 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
A variety of different coding activities for kids ages 8-11. Whether you're just learning to code or you're a pro looking for more practice, come join our coding fun!Questions? Contact Jen: joleary@somervillema. gov
Join us for an INDOOR sing-along with Matt Heaton at the East Branch! Due to the air quaility, Matt will be now be playing in our Children's Area and not outdoors. Questions? Contact Meghan: mforsell@somervillema. gov. Outdoor singalongs (weather permitting) with Matt Heaton will be held at all Somerville Public Library locations this month.…Learn More
Thursday, July 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 MoreThursday, July 164:00—5:00 PMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Coding Clubhouse at West
A variety of different coding activities for kids ages 8-11. Whether you're just learning to code or you're a pro looking for more practice, come join our coding fun!Questions? Contact Jen: joleary@somervillema. govThursday, July 166:00—6:30 PMEast Branch LawnEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
Singalong with Matt Heaton, now indoors at East!
Join us for an INDOOR sing-along with Matt Heaton at the East Branch! Due to the air quaility, Matt will be now be playing in our Children's Area and not outdoors. Questions? Contact Meghan: mforsell@somervillema. gov. Outdoor singalongs (weather permitting) with Matt Heaton will be held at all Somerville Public Library locations this month.…Learn MoreJuly 17. 3 events.
Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes in the Children's Room on Friday mornings! Today we will have a guest reader, Lorena Proia, local author/illustrator of How to Make a Sandwich, and the upcoming, How to Be Best in Class. Questions? Contact Annie at aschapira@somervillema.…Learn MoreJoin us for stories and songs! All ages welcome. Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema. gov
New date! Originally scheduled for June 30, Goats & Giggles visits the East Branch yard Friday, July 17!Meet baby goats from Chip-In Farm! Goats & Giggles is your chance for a hands-on playtime with the goats with plenty of time for goat cuddles and photo ops! A maximum of 20 people may visit with the goats at one time.…Learn More
Friday, July 1710:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Toddler Storytime at Central with Guest Reader Lorena Proia
Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes in the Children's Room on Friday mornings! Today we will have a guest reader, Lorena Proia, local author/illustrator of How to Make a Sandwich, and the upcoming, How to Be Best in Class. Questions? Contact Annie at aschapira@somervillema.…Learn MoreFriday, July 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. govFriday, July 172:00—3:00 PMEast Branch LawnEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
New Date! Goats and Giggles, at East!
New date! Originally scheduled for June 30, Goats & Giggles visits the East Branch yard Friday, July 17!Meet baby goats from Chip-In Farm! Goats & Giggles is your chance for a hands-on playtime with the goats with plenty of time for goat cuddles and photo ops! A maximum of 20 people may visit with the goats at one time.…Learn MoreJuly 18. 2 events.
Join local yoga teacher Rachel Estes for mindful movement and fun!
All ages (and their grownups) welcome. Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillma. gov
Playful Engineers are returning to the Central Library with their Chain Reactions program!
Kids will design, build, test, and play with chain reactions and creative contraptions, like Rube Goldberg Machines, paper constructions, domino towers, exploding popsicle-stick snakes, and other awesome engineering explorations.…Learn More
Saturday, July 1810:00—10:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Mindful Movement: Kids Yoga at West
Join local yoga teacher Rachel Estes for mindful movement and fun!
All ages (and their grownups) welcome. Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillma. govSaturday, July 182:30—4:30 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Playful Engineers
Playful Engineers are returning to the Central Library with their Chain Reactions program!
Kids will design, build, test, and play with chain reactions and creative contraptions, like Rube Goldberg Machines, paper constructions, domino towers, exploding popsicle-stick snakes, and other awesome engineering explorations.…Learn MoreJuly 19. 1 closure. 0 events.
Sunday, July 19Closed
Central Library
July 20. 3 events.Join Gabi for songs and stories in Portuguese!Histórias em português com a Gabi!Questions/dúvidas? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema. govIn 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 MoreIt's (hopefully) a beautiful summer evening in the West Branch Backyard! Bring your own picnic and a blanket, and laugh, sing, and dance with Matt and his guitar.
Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema. gov
Monday, July 2011:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Storytime in Portuguese/Histórias em português at West
Join Gabi for songs and stories in Portuguese!Histórias em português com a Gabi!Questions/dúvidas? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema. govMonday, July 204:00—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, July 206:00—6:30 PMWest Branch BackyardWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Singalong with Matt Heaton (and bring your own picnic) at West!
It's (hopefully) a beautiful summer evening in the West Branch Backyard! Bring your own picnic and a blanket, and laugh, sing, and dance with Matt and his guitar.
Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema. govJuly 21 (Today). 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 MoreVisit 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
Join us for Perler Beads in the West Branch Community Room!Questions? Contact Jen: joleary@somervillema. govPlayful Engineers are returning to the East Branch with their Chain Reactions program!
This program will take over the entire Children's area (aside from our Pictures Book Nook)Kids will design, build, test, and play with chain reactions and creative contraptions, like Rube Goldberg Machines, paper constructions, domino towers and other awesome engineering explorations.…Learn More
TodayTuesday, July 2110:00—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 MoreTodayTuesday, July 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 MoreTodayTuesday, July 212:00—4:00 PMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Perler Beads at West
Join us for Perler Beads in the West Branch Community Room!Questions? Contact Jen: joleary@somervillema. govTodayTuesday, July 213:30—5:00 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
Playful Engineers: Chain Reactions! at East
Playful Engineers are returning to the East Branch with their Chain Reactions program!
This program will take over the entire Children's area (aside from our Pictures Book Nook)Kids will design, build, test, and play with chain reactions and creative contraptions, like Rube Goldberg Machines, paper constructions, domino towers and other awesome engineering explorations.…Learn MoreJuly 22. 4 events.Join for stories, songs, finger plays and fun!We appreciate strollers being parked outside as we have limited space.Game Days continue alternating Wednesday afternoons this summer: June 24, July 8, 22 & August 5. Drop in or stay & play, 1:00-4:00pm!Questions? Contact Meghan: mforsell@somervillema. govThe Stuffed Animal Sleepover is back at the Central Library!Bring your stuffed animal to the Children's Room between 1:00 pm and 6:00 pm, then watch the library's social media to see what they do in the library overnight!Please note, this sleepover is for stuffed animals only -- not humans.…Learn More
Stop by West to be transformed (or, have something small painted on your face - we're practicing for complex designs, but no promises).
Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema. gov
Wednesday, July 2211:00—11:45 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
East Branch Storytime
Join for stories, songs, finger plays and fun!We appreciate strollers being parked outside as we have limited space.Wednesday, July 221:00—4:00 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
GAME DAY at East!
Game Days continue alternating Wednesday afternoons this summer: June 24, July 8, 22 & August 5. Drop in or stay & play, 1:00-4:00pm!Questions? Contact Meghan: mforsell@somervillema. govWednesday, July 221:00—6:00 PMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Stuffed Animal Sleepover at Central
The Stuffed Animal Sleepover is back at the Central Library!Bring your stuffed animal to the Children's Room between 1:00 pm and 6:00 pm, then watch the library's social media to see what they do in the library overnight!Please note, this sleepover is for stuffed animals only -- not humans.…Learn MoreWednesday, July 223:30—4:30 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Face Painting at West
Stop by West to be transformed (or, have something small painted on your face - we're practicing for complex designs, but no promises).
Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema. gov July 23. 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, July 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 MoreJuly 24. 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, July 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, July 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. govJuly 25. 2 events.Saturday, July 2510:00 AM—4:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Join is for stories and songs! All ages welcome. Questions: Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema. gov
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Comix Con
We can't wait for you to join us at this year's Somerville Public Library Comix Con! As it gets closer to the day, we will update the Comix Con webpage (link opens new tab) with more detailed info, such as a full list and schedule for all activities.…Learn More
Saturday, July 2511:00—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. govJuly 26. 1 closure. 0 events.
Sunday, July 26Closed
Central Library
July 27. 4 events.LEGO Club at East, Summer Schedule: Join us alternating Mondays (June 29, July 13 & 27, August 10) when we'll have the Library LEGO available from 11am-4pm. Drop in for a quick build or stay and play for a while!Best for ages 5+ due to small pieces.…Learn More
Join us at West to make lanyards and friendship bracelets!Age 11-18. Questions? Contact Jen: joleary@somervillema. govIn 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, July 2711:00 AM—4:00 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
LEGO Club, at East!
LEGO Club at East, Summer Schedule: Join us alternating Mondays (June 29, July 13 & 27, August 10) when we'll have the Library LEGO available from 11am-4pm. Drop in for a quick build or stay and play for a while!Best for ages 5+ due to small pieces.…Learn MoreMonday, July 273:30—4:30 PMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Tween Lanyards and Friendship Bracelets at West
Join us at West to make lanyards and friendship bracelets!Age 11-18. Questions? Contact Jen: joleary@somervillema. govMonday, July 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, July 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. July 28. 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
AND THE WINNER IS. .. .. . G. O. A. T. !!! Come join us for an afternoon of movie fun! And yes, there will be popcorn!! This movie is rated PG for some rude humor and brief mild language. Questions? Contact Jen: joleary@somervillema. govSummer "CRAFTernoons" continue at East! Wednesdays July 1 & 15 @ 2:30 / Tuesday, July 28 @ 3:30Best for school-age kids. Children under 7 will need a helper. Questions? contact Meghan: mforsell@somervillema. gov
Tuesday, July 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 MoreTuesday, July 283:00—5:00 PMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Family Movie at West: G.O.A.T.
AND THE WINNER IS. .. .. . G. O. A. T. !!! Come join us for an afternoon of movie fun! And yes, there will be popcorn!! This movie is rated PG for some rude humor and brief mild language. Questions? Contact Jen: joleary@somervillema. govTuesday, July 283:30—4:30 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
CRAFTernoon at East!
Summer "CRAFTernoons" continue at East! Wednesdays July 1 & 15 @ 2:30 / Tuesday, July 28 @ 3:30Best for school-age kids. Children under 7 will need a helper. Questions? contact Meghan: mforsell@somervillema. govJuly 29. 3 events.Wednesday, July 2910:45 AM—12:00 PMEast Branch LawnEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
It's our annual visit from a DPW truck! All ages invited to climb aboard from 10:45-12noon. This event replaces our regularly-scheduled story time, but we'll have blankets, bubbles, and a collection of truck books books on our lawn (dress for the sun as East has very little shade).…Learn MoreWednesday, July 296:00—7:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Bring a picnic dinner and a blanket or some chairs! Matt and his guitar will have kids laughing, dancing, and singing along! Join us on the Central Library lawn (weather permitting) for foot-stomping, hand-clapping music that is entertaining to children as well as their adults!
This program is funded by the Friends of the Somerville Public Library.…Learn More
Wednesday, July 2910:45 AM—12:00 PMEast Branch LawnEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
East BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
Let's Get Truckin' : the DPW visits the East Branch!
It's our annual visit from a DPW truck! All ages invited to climb aboard from 10:45-12noon. This event replaces our regularly-scheduled story time, but we'll have blankets, bubbles, and a collection of truck books books on our lawn (dress for the sun as East has very little shade).…Learn MoreWednesday, July 296:00—7:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Central Library LawnCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Family Picnic and Singalong with Matt Heaton on the Central Library Lawn!
Bring a picnic dinner and a blanket or some chairs! Matt and his guitar will have kids laughing, dancing, and singing along! Join us on the Central Library lawn (weather permitting) for foot-stomping, hand-clapping music that is entertaining to children as well as their adults!
This program is funded by the Friends of the Somerville Public Library.…Learn MoreWednesday, July 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!!
July's book is Summer Vamp by Violet Chan Karim.…Learn More
July 30. 3 events.It's that time of year -- the famous Stuffed Animal Sleepover at the East Branch!Drop off your stuffed animal at East on Thursday, July 30 between 9am - 6pm. (Be sure not to drop off a stuffie you'll miss overnight. ) The stuffed animals will enjoy a night of sleepover shenanigans at the library, which we'll share on our social media pages.…Learn MoreCome 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, July 309:00 AM—6:00 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145
Stuffed Animal Sleepover at East
It's that time of year -- the famous Stuffed Animal Sleepover at the East Branch!Drop off your stuffed animal at East on Thursday, July 30 between 9am - 6pm. (Be sure not to drop off a stuffie you'll miss overnight. ) The stuffed animals will enjoy a night of sleepover shenanigans at the library, which we'll share on our social media pages.…Learn MoreThursday, July 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, July 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 MoreJuly 31. 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. govPlayful Engineers are coming to the West Branch Library with their Chain Reactions program!
Kids will design, build, test, and play with chain reactions and creative contraptions, like Rube Goldberg Machines, paper constructions, domino towers, exploding popsicle-stick snakes, and other awesome engineering explorations.…Learn More
Friday, July 3110:30—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, July 3111:00—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, July 313:30—5:00 PMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144
Playful Engineers at West
Playful Engineers are coming to the West Branch Library with their Chain Reactions program!
Kids will design, build, test, and play with chain reactions and creative contraptions, like Rube Goldberg Machines, paper constructions, domino towers, exploding popsicle-stick snakes, and other awesome engineering explorations.…Learn MoreEmpty date from adjacent month.