October 2024

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Tuesday, October 110:00—10:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

West Branch Singalong with Cathy (tickets required)

West Branch Singalong with Cathy (tickets required)Join us every Tuesday at 10am at the West Branch for a super fun singalong with Cathy! Please note that the West Branch Singalong is now ticketed. To comply with the City of Somerville fire code and provide a more enjoyable experience for all, tickets are required for Singalong and will be distributed in the Children's Room beginning at 9am (first come, first served).…Learn More

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

Baby Lapsit at Central

Baby Lapsit at CentralVisit 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, October 111:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

West Branch Singalong with Alison (tickets required)

West Branch Singalong with Alison (tickets required)Join us every Tuesday at 11am at the West Branch for a super fun singalong with Alison! Please note that the West Branch Singalong is now ticketed. To comply with the City of Somerville fire code and provide a more enjoyable experience for all, tickets are required for Singalong and will be distributed in the Children's Room beginning at 9am (first come, first served).…Learn More
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Wednesday, October 211:00—11:45 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

East Branch Storytime

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

Wednesday, October 21:00—3:00 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Lego Club at West

Lego Club at WestIt's a Half Day Wednesday - that means something fun is happening in the West Branch Children's Room!Join us for Lego Club from 1pm - 3pm. Ages 5+, under 8 with a grownup. Registration encouraged, but not required. Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema.…Learn More
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Thursday, October 311:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Baby Lapsit at West

Baby Lapsit at WestCome 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
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Friday, October 410:30—11:00 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Baby Lapsit at East

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

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

Toddler Storytime at Central

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

Friday, October 411:00 AM—12:00 PMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Baby Sign Language at West

Baby Sign Language at WestReduce frustration and teach your baby to communicate before they can speak! Sheryl White of Baby Kneads teaches this 4-part class for caregivers with pre-verbal children ages 5 months and up. Classes are 45 minutes long and held at 11am on four Fridays: October 4, 11, 18 and 25.…Learn More

Friday, October 411:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Storytime at West

Storytime at WestJoin us for stories and songs! All ages welcome. Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema. gov
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Saturday, October 52:00—3:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Drag Queen Story Hour at Central

Drag  Queen Story Hour at CentralJoin the Boston chapter of Drag Story Hour for a fabulous afternoon of storytelling!This program is recommended for ages 4-8. Questions? Contact Annie at aschapira@somervillema. gov.
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Monday, October 710:30—11:15 AMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Music with Little Groove

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

Monday, October 710:30—11:15 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Baby Yoga with BalaBends!

Baby Yoga with BalaBends!Krissy Rand, of BalaBends Yoga, hosts Baby Yoga classes for babies 6 weeks-crawling!  Best for 1-on-1 baby-adult pairs*, we’ll help our little ones into yoga poses and developmental exercises while we sing & play.   Classes will be held the first and third Mondays, Oct-Dec and are 30 minutes, followed by time to socialize! Registration is required for each month (2 classes)!*Registration: Required as space is limited!Registration is set to accept 1 baby + 1 adult pair.…Learn More

Monday, October 711:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Cuentos en español/Storytime in Spanish

Cuentos  en español/Storytime in Spanish¡Ven a disfrutar de cuentos y canciones con Cathy, totalmente en español! ¿Preguntas? Contacte a Cathy: cmessier@somervillema. gov Come enjoy stories and songs with Cathy, entirely in Spanish! Questions? Contact Cathy: cmessier@somervillema.…Learn More

Monday, October 74:00—5:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Creative Drama

Creative Drama WorkshopIn a Library Creative Drama class, students are led in creative movement, acting games, skits, and imagination challenges.   Creative Drama offers opportunities for individual expression and group cooperation.   Kids can have fun while learning and gaining confidence.…Learn More
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Tuesday, October 810:00—10:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

West Branch Singalong with Cathy (tickets required)

West Branch Singalong with Cathy (tickets required)Join us every Tuesday at 10am at the West Branch for a super fun singalong with Cathy! Please note that the West Branch Singalong is now ticketed. To comply with the City of Somerville fire code and provide a more enjoyable experience for all, tickets are required for Singalong and will be distributed in the Children's Room beginning at 9am (first come, first served).…Learn More

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

Baby Lapsit at Central

Baby Lapsit at CentralVisit 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, October 811:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

West Branch Singalong with Alison (tickets required)

West Branch Singalong with Alison (tickets required)Join us every Tuesday at 11am at the West Branch for a super fun singalong with Alison! Please note that the West Branch Singalong is now ticketed. To comply with the City of Somerville fire code and provide a more enjoyable experience for all, tickets are required for Singalong and will be distributed in the Children's Room beginning at 9am (first come, first served).…Learn More
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Wednesday, October 911:00—11:45 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

East Branch Storytime

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

Wednesday, October 91:00—3:00 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Good CRAFTernoon at West

Crafting at WestIt's a Half Day Wednesday - that means something fun is happening in the West Branch Children's Room!Join us for Good CRAFTernoon from 1pm - 3pm - what will you create?Registration encouraged, but not required. Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema.…Learn More
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Thursday, October 1011:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Baby Lapsit at West

Baby Lapsit at WestCome 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, October 104:00—4:45 PMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Lego Club at Central

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

Baby Lapsit at East

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

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

Toddler Storytime at Central

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

Friday, October 1111:00 AM—12:00 PMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Baby Sign Language at West

Baby Sign Language at WestReduce frustration and teach your baby to communicate before they can speak! Sheryl White of Baby Kneads teaches this 4-part class for caregivers with pre-verbal children ages 5 months and up. Classes are 45 minutes long and held at 11am on four Fridays: October 4, 11, 18 and 25.…Learn More

Friday, October 1111:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Storytime at West

Storytime at WestJoin us for stories and songs! All ages welcome. Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema. gov
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Saturday, October 1210:30—11:30 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Miss Frizzle's Dinosaur Show, at East!

Miss Frizzle's Dinosaur Show, at East!Calling paleontologists of all ages!! Come explore the world of dinosaurs with your favorite Science teacher Miss Frizzle! This is an interactive learning experience as children discover these amazing creatures that lived millions of years ago.  In…Learn More

Saturday, October 122:00—3:30 PMCentral Library LawnCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Goblin Egg Hunt

Goblin Egg HuntJoin us for some Halloween fun as we hunt down candy-filled “goblin eggs” and mummify our friends to see who will win at mummy tag!Registration required. Ages 7-11. Questions? Contact Muhl: mwellesley@somervillema. gov.
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Tuesday, October 1510:00—10:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

West Branch Singalong with Cathy (tickets required)

West Branch Singalong with Cathy (tickets required)Join us every Tuesday at 10am at the West Branch for a super fun singalong with Cathy! Please note that the West Branch Singalong is now ticketed. To comply with the City of Somerville fire code and provide a more enjoyable experience for all, tickets are required for Singalong and will be distributed in the Children's Room beginning at 9am (first come, first served).…Learn More

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

Baby Lapsit at Central

Baby Lapsit at CentralVisit 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, October 1511:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

CANCELED - West Branch Singalong with Alison (tickets required)

West Branch Singalong with Alison (tickets required)Join us every Tuesday at 11am at the West Branch for a super fun singalong with Alison! Please note that the West Branch Singalong is now ticketed. To comply with the City of Somerville fire code and provide a more enjoyable experience for all, tickets are required for Singalong and will be distributed in the Children's Room beginning at 9am (first come, first served).…Learn More
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Wednesday, October 1611:00—11:45 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

East Branch Storytime

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

Wednesday, October 161:00—3:00 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Lego Club at West

Lego Club at WestIt's a Half Day Wednesday - that means something fun is happening in the West Branch Children's Room!Join us for Lego Club from 1pm - 3pm. Ages 5+, under 8 with a grownup. Registration encouraged, but not required. Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema.…Learn More

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

Free Choice CRAFTernoon at Central

Free Choice CRAFTernoon at CentralDraw, paint, glue, bead, and create with the library's available craft supplies! Make something from one of our suggestions or from your own ideas. Drop in to the Children's Room at any time throughout the afternoon, and be prepared to take your projects home when you leave.…Learn More
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Thursday, October 1711:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Baby Lapsit at West

Baby Lapsit at WestCome 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
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Friday, October 1810:30—11:00 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Baby Lapsit at East

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

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

Toddler Storytime at Central

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

Friday, October 1811:00 AM—12:00 PMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Baby Sign Language at West

Baby Sign Language at WestReduce frustration and teach your baby to communicate before they can speak! Sheryl White of Baby Kneads teaches this 4-part class for caregivers with pre-verbal children ages 5 months and up. Classes are 45 minutes long and held at 11am on four Fridays: October 4, 11, 18 and 25.…Learn More
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Saturday, October 196:00—8:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Children's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Teen RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143
Wellington HallCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Halloween Costume Party

Halloween Costume Party October 2024Celebrate Halloween with us at this special all-ages after-hours costume party at the Central Library!Dress up and swing by for a haunted house, music and dancing*, face painting, a photo booth, crafts, karaoke, refreshments, a costume parade, and more! It's spooky how much fun we will have!Questions? Contact Kerry: keodonnell@somervillema.…Learn More
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Monday, October 2110:30—11:00 AMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Singalong with Matt Heaton

Matt and his guitar will have kids laughing, dancing, and singing along! Great foot-stomping, hand-clapping music that is entertaining to children as well as their adults!Questions? Contact Annie at aschapira@somervillema. gov

Monday, October 2110:30—11:15 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Baby Yoga with BalaBends!

Baby Yoga with BalaBends!Krissy Rand, of BalaBends Yoga, hosts Baby Yoga classes for babies 6 weeks-crawling!  Best for 1-on-1 baby-adult pairs*, we’ll help our little ones into yoga poses and developmental exercises while we sing & play.   Classes will be held the first and third Mondays, Oct-Dec and are 30 minutes, followed by time to socialize! Registration is required for each month (2 classes)!*Registration: Required as space is limited!Registration is set to accept 1 baby + 1 adult pair.…Learn More

Monday, October 214:00—5:00 PMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Creative Drama

Creative Drama WorkshopIn a Library Creative Drama class, students are led in creative movement, acting games, skits, and imagination challenges.   Creative Drama offers opportunities for individual expression and group cooperation.   Kids can have fun while learning and gaining confidence.…Learn More

Monday, October 216:00—6:30 PMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Pajama Storytime at Central

Pajama Storytime at CentralJoin 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 Annie at aschapira@somervillema. gov.  

Monday, October 216:30—7:30 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Family Book Club at West

Family Book Club at WestJoin us for a family book discussion for kids and teens ages 10+ and their grownups!The West Branch Library is one of 40 public libraries, schools, historical societies, and museums across Massachusetts selected to be part of the Mass Center for the Book's 2024 Great Reads from Great Places book box program.…Learn More
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Tuesday, October 2210:00—10:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

CANCELED - West Branch Singalong with Cathy (tickets required)

West Branch Singalong with Cathy (tickets required)Join us every Tuesday at 10am at the West Branch for a super fun singalong with Cathy! Please note that the West Branch Singalong is now ticketed. To comply with the City of Somerville fire code and provide a more enjoyable experience for all, tickets are required for Singalong and will be distributed in the Children's Room beginning at 9am (first come, first served).…Learn More

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

Baby Lapsit at Central

Baby Lapsit at CentralVisit 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, October 2211:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

West Branch Singalong with Alison (tickets required)

West Branch Singalong with Alison (tickets required)Join us every Tuesday at 11am at the West Branch for a super fun singalong with Alison! Please note that the West Branch Singalong is now ticketed. To comply with the City of Somerville fire code and provide a more enjoyable experience for all, tickets are required for Singalong and will be distributed in the Children's Room beginning at 9am (first come, first served).…Learn More
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Wednesday, October 2311:00—11:45 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Baby Ballroom at West

Baby Ballroom at WestDance with your baby (in a baby carrier)!  Four Wednesdays at 11:00am: October 23 & 30, November 6 & 13West Branch Community Room (Basement Level)Dress comfortably (athletic wear, sneakers) and bring your baby in a baby carrier. Suggested for birth - prewalking; as long as your baby is comfortable in a carrier, come give it a try!Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema.…Learn More

Wednesday, October 231:00—3:00 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Good CRAFTernoon at West

Crafting at WestIt's a Half Day Wednesday - that means something fun is happening in the West Branch Children's Room!Join us for Good CRAFTernoon from 1pm - 3pm - what will you create?Registration encouraged, but not required. Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema.…Learn More

Wednesday, October 232:00—3:30 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Playful Engineers: Chain Reactions!

Playful Engineers: Chain Reactions! It's an afternoon of hands-on, play-based, STEAM-powered learning at the East Branch!Merlin Katz of Playful Engineers will lead a Chain Reactions workshop geared for kids 8-12 yrs old. Drop-in or stay the duration (2:00-3:30pm) for this half-day Wednesday fun!For more info contact Meghan: mforsell@somervillema.…Learn More
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Thursday, October 2411:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Baby Lapsit at West

Baby Lapsit at WestCome 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
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Friday, October 2510:30—11:00 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Baby Lapsit at East

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

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

Toddler Storytime at Central

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

Friday, October 2511:00 AM—12:00 PMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Baby Sign Language at West

Baby Sign Language at WestReduce frustration and teach your baby to communicate before they can speak! Sheryl White of Baby Kneads teaches this 4-part class for caregivers with pre-verbal children ages 5 months and up. Classes are 45 minutes long and held at 11am on four Fridays: October 4, 11, 18 and 25.…Learn More
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Monday, October 2810:30—11:00 AMAuditoriumCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Music and Movement with Miss Jules

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

Monday, October 2811:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Cuentos en español/Storytime in Spanish

Cuentos  en español/Storytime in Spanish¡Ven a disfrutar de cuentos y canciones con Cathy, totalmente en español! ¿Preguntas? Contacte a Cathy: cmessier@somervillema. gov Come enjoy stories and songs with Cathy, entirely in Spanish! Questions? Contact Cathy: cmessier@somervillema. gov

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

Creative Drama

Creative Drama WorkshopIn a Library Creative Drama class, students are led in creative movement, acting games, skits, and imagination challenges.   Creative Drama offers opportunities for individual expression and group cooperation.   Kids can have fun while learning and gaining confidence.…Learn More
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Tuesday, October 2910:00—10:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

West Branch Singalong with Cathy (tickets required)

West Branch Singalong with Cathy (tickets required)Join us every Tuesday at 10am at the West Branch for a super fun singalong with Cathy! Please note that the West Branch Singalong is now ticketed. To comply with the City of Somerville fire code and provide a more enjoyable experience for all, tickets are required for Singalong and will be distributed in the Children's Room beginning at 9am (first come, first served).…Learn More

Tuesday, October 2910:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Baby Lapsit at Central

Baby Lapsit at CentralVisit 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, October 2911:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

West Branch Singalong with Alison (tickets required)

West Branch Singalong with Alison (tickets required)Join us every Tuesday at 11am at the West Branch for a super fun singalong with Alison! Please note that the West Branch Singalong is now ticketed. To comply with the City of Somerville fire code and provide a more enjoyable experience for all, tickets are required for Singalong and will be distributed in the Children's Room beginning at 9am (first come, first served).…Learn More
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Wednesday, October 3011:00—11:45 AMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

East Branch Storytime

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

Wednesday, October 3011:00—11:45 AMWest Branch Community RoomWest Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Baby Ballroom at West

Baby Ballroom at WestDance with your baby (in a baby carrier)!  Four Wednesdays at 11:00am: October 23 & 30, November 6 & 13West Branch Community Room (Basement Level)Dress comfortably (athletic wear, sneakers) and bring your baby in a baby carrier. Suggested for birth - prewalking; as long as your baby is comfortable in a carrier, come give it a try!Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema.…Learn More

Wednesday, October 301:00—3:00 PMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Lego Club at West

Lego Club at WestIt's a Half Day Wednesday - that means something fun is happening in the West Branch Children's Room!Join us for Lego Club from 1pm - 3pm. Ages 5+, under 8 with a grownup. Registration encouraged, but not required. Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema.…Learn More

Wednesday, October 302:00—4:00 PMEast BranchEast Branch115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

Half-day Wednesday CRAFTivity at East!

Half-day Wednesday CRAFTivity at East!It's half-day Wednesday fun at the East Branch!School age kids are invited to join us between 2-4pm for hands-on fun!It feels mysterious, but we'll do either a craft or activity (scavenger hunt, game day, BINGO) monthly throughout the school year!For more info contact Meghan: mforsell@somervillema.…Learn More
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Thursday, October 3111:00—11:30 AMWest Branch Children's Room (2nd floor)West Branch 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Baby Lapsit at West

Baby Lapsit at WestCome 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, October 313:30—5:00 PMChildren's RoomCentral Library79 Highland Ave, Somerville , MA, 02143

Therapy Dog for Young Readers at Central

Therapy Dog for Young Readers at CentralNew 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