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Gameplay Thursdays - OZObot Obstacle Course

Open to ages 12-18

2025-02-20 15:30:00 2025-02-20 16:30:00 America/New_York Gameplay Thursdays - OZObot Obstacle Course Create a series of difficult obstacle courses and try running our OZObots through them! Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch

Thursday, February 20
3:30pm - 4:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-02-20 15:30:00 2025-02-20 16:30:00 America/New_York Gameplay Thursdays - OZObot Obstacle Course Create a series of difficult obstacle courses and try running our OZObots through them! Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch

Great Brook Valley Branch

Great Brook Valley Branch

Create a series of difficult obstacle courses and try running our OZObots through them!

Open to teens ages 12-18. No registration required.

Great Brook Valley Branch

Phone: 508-799-1729

Hours

Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 5:30PM

Mon, Jun 09 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Tue, Jun 10 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Wed, Jun 11 9:00PM to 5:30PM
Thu, Jun 12 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Fri, Jun 13 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Jun 14 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Jun 15 Closed
Mon, Jun 09 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Tue, Jun 10 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Wed, Jun 11 9:00PM to 5:30PM
Thu, Jun 12 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Fri, Jun 13 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Jun 14 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Jun 15 Closed

About the branch

Since the opening of the Great Brook Valley Branch in 1981, its convenient location has been serving the Great Brook Valley neighborhood as well as the general public.

Upcoming Events

Thu, Jun 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Is your little one ready for a fun time with books? You’re invited to participate in stories, music, and movement.

Thu, Jun 12, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Free access to tools and technology in the Innovation Center. For experienced users who have completed an orientation only.

Thu, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Let's focus on learning sounds to build early literacy using the SOUNS method.

Thu, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Let's celebrate summer's beautiful days by reading stories, learning songs, and making crafts.

Thu, Jun 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Catch sea creatures while braving the dangers of the sea (like scallywag opponents trying to snatch your catch). You'll get hooked having a reely good time out-fishing your friends!

Thu, Jun 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tatnuck Branch - Tatnuck Branch
Come celebrate the end of the school year with lawn games!

Thu, Jun 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Choose a cartoon or video game character sticker and "paint" it with "diamonds"! Take home your very own reusable water bottle, the perfect place to put your diamond sticker. While supplies last.

Fri, Jun 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
Help finding resources to learn English, referrals for immigration-related legal help, and more. Se habla español.

Fri, Jun 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Introduce your baby to reading with stories, action rhymes, fingerplays, songs, and lots of snuggling. You are invited to stay for play/social time after the program. For ages 0-18 months.

Fri, Jun 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Join us to celebrate Pride Month with fun songs and LGBTQIA+ inclusive stories followed by a craft!

Fri, Jun 13, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Main Library - Banx Room
Burn calories in this fun fitness class!
This event is full

Cancelled
Fri, Jun 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Frances Perkins Branch
Local henna artist Mandy Roberge from Wicked Good Henna will be hanging out at our Frances Perkins branch ready to create henna designs just for you!

Fri, Jun 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Explore the surprise and the beauty of blow painting by creating unique patterns and color combinations.

Fri, Jun 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Burncoat Branch
Make origami stars for a mini rainbow star jar!

Fri, Jun 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Come celebrate the end of the school year with lawn games!

Fri, Jun 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Teens can get crafty and make their own fleece tied pillow monster to take home with them while supplies last!

Sat, Jun 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Saxe Room
Please bring your own yoga mat, water and anything for comfort. All levels are welcome. Open to ages 18 and up. Please arrive 5-10 minutes before class begins to arrive and settle.

Sat, Jun 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Soothing summer art

Sat, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Learn how to make a stuffed paper doll with professional artist Bayda Asbridge! You'll draw and color a figure on folded paper, staple the edges, and stuff it with paper to make a fluffy friend!

Sat, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Free access to tools and technology in the Innovation Center. For experienced users who have completed an orientation only.

Sat, Jun 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
Join us to learn well-established habits of French women and men that have to do with many aspects of eating.

Mon, Jun 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Students learn English using real-life scenarios.

Mon, Jun 16, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
Help finding an English class

Mon, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Second Floor
June 16th is Bloomsday, the day that the book Ulyssess takes place. Every year, people all around the world come together to read this book with each other.

Mon, Jun 16, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Create an easy to make pair of wearable fairy wings!

Mon, Jun 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Goddard Branch
Celebrate Pride Month with karaoke at the library!

Mon, Jun 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Roosevelt Branch
Come meet the NEADS Service Dog Puppy Ambassadors!

Mon, Jun 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn how to code with your friends! Complete fun, interactive games and activities and receive a Certificate of Completion from Hour of Code™.

Mon, Jun 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Youth Area
Use everyday materials to test your engineering skills and try to build a maze that guides your HEXBUG to the finish line.

Mon, Jun 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Burncoat Branch - Burncoat Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!

Mon, Jun 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!

Mon, Jun 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tatnuck Branch - Tatnuck Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!

Mon, Jun 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Join mystery and suspense authors Janet Raye Stevens and Sharon Healy-Yang for an engaging, multi-media event revealing intriguing inspirations for creating a mystery set circa WWII.

Tue, Jun 17, 9:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Prepares students for the U.S. citizenship or naturalization exam and interview.

Tue, Jun 17, 9:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - YWCA Way
UMass Road to Care Van

Tue, Jun 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Explore early literacy skills as we read, sing, and move!

Tue, Jun 17, 10:00am - 10:45am
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Calling all tiny dancers! Fall in love with creative movement in this joyful class.

Tue, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
Help finding resources to learn English, referrals for immigration-related legal help, and more. Se habla español.

Tue, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Virtual Room
Do you like reading about spaceships, parallel worlds, aliens, telepathy, or time travel? Join us to discuss great SF & Fantasy fiction. This month, author Robert J. Sawyer will be joining us!

Tue, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Banx Room
Join us for free screenings of your favorite films! All films are audio-described. Registration is not required and snacks are provided!

Tue, Jun 17, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Kente Cloth Inspired Art To celebrate Juneteenth, we are weaving paper in the style of Kente Cloth, a tradition shared across the African diaspora.

Tue, Jun 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Come meet the NEADS Service Dog Puppy Ambassadors!

Tue, Jun 17, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Junte-se a nós para histórias e cantigas em português. Join us for stories and songs in Portuguese.

Tue, Jun 17, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Everything you need to learn to get into Dungeons and Dragons!

Tue, Jun 17, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Practice speaking English in a relaxed, comfortable place, and meet new friends as we learn by talking together.

Tue, Jun 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Banx Room
A Beginner Crochet Program

Wed, Jun 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Students learn English using real-life scenarios.

Wed, Jun 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Worcester Common Oval
WPL will be at Out to Lunch! Drop by our booth to hear about programs, sign up for a library card, grab some library swag, or just say hi!

Wed, Jun 18, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Worcester Common Oval
WPL will be at Out to Lunch! Drop by our booth to hear about programs, sign up for a library card, grab some library swag, or just say hi!

Wed, Jun 18, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Join us for weekly crafts in the Innovation center!

Wed, Jun 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Roosevelt Branch
Celebrate Pride Month with karaoke at the library!

Wed, Jun 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Drop in and play video games on our Nintendo Switch.

Wed, Jun 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Use everyday materials to test your engineering skills and try to build a maze that guides your HEXBUG to the finish line.

Wed, Jun 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Goddard Branch
Join us for a crafting program designed to strengthen problem solving skills and to enhance creativity!

Wed, Jun 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Burncoat Branch - Burncoat Branch
Drop in for an afternoon of art! Your only limit is your imagination!

Wed, Jun 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Drop in for an afternoon of art! Your only limit is your imagination!

Wed, Jun 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tatnuck Branch - Tatnuck Branch
Drop in for an afternoon of art! Your only limit is your imagination!

Wed, Jun 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Office Hours with the City of Worcester's Department of Sustainability and Resiliency

Wed, Jun 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library - Digital Studio
Learn to preserve your family’s history with the use of our digitization and conversion equipment.
This event is full

Wed, Jun 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Celebrate the last day of school with your friends! Listen to music, play games, and get a henna tattoo from Wicked Good Henna.

Wed, Jun 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Please join us for some refreshing summer DIY recipes! We will be making an after sun cooling mist and a lemonade facial scrub!
This event is full

Fri, Jun 20, 9:30am - 10:30am
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn how to stream movies, read ebooks, and listen to audiobooks and music on your phone with Kanopy, Hoopla, Libby, and Freegal - all free with your WPL card!

Cancelled
Fri, Jun 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Help finding resources to learn English, referrals for immigration-related legal help, and more. Se habla español.

Fri, Jun 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Introduce your baby to reading with stories, action rhymes, fingerplays, songs, and lots of snuggling. You are invited to stay for play/social time after the program. For ages 0-18 months.

Fri, Jun 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Join us to celebrate Pride Month with fun songs and LGBTQIA+ inclusive stories followed by a craft!

Fri, Jun 20, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Gotta go fast and come watch Sonic the Hedgehog!

Sat, Jun 21, All day
Main Library - Teen Space
Teens can celebrate Pride month by dropping by the Teen Space to make friendship bracelets! Supplies will be out all day.

Sat, Jun 21, 9:30am - 10:30am
Main Library - Innovation Center
Sign up for a one-on-one session to learn the basics of using a Brother Sewing Machine. Please arrive by 9:30 am. Note that if you arrive after this time, we may not be able to accommodate you.
This event is full

Sat, Jun 21, 10:00am - 10:45am
Main Library - Banx Room
Burn calories in this fun fitness class!
This event is full

Sat, Jun 21, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Main Library - Saxe Room
Learn how to make fresh Spring Rolls (Goi Cuon) with Trang Le, owner of Mint Kitchen & Bar.
This event is full

Sat, Jun 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
Join us for a discussion for National Pet Preparedness Month on how to protect your pet during the hot summer months. Presented by Dr. Dan Mordarski of Veterinary Urgent Care Center.

Sat, Jun 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Free access to tools and technology in the Innovation Center. For experienced users who have completed an orientation only.

Sat, Jun 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
The Poop Museum returns with their newest fun and informative program Gross, Weird, Cool Science- Things to make you go EW! What?! And WOW!! Kid will have a great time while learning fun animal facts!

Mon, Jun 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Students learn English using real-life scenarios.

Cancelled
Mon, Jun 23, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Main Library
Help finding an English class

Mon, Jun 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
STEM + Summer= so much fun!

Mon, Jun 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Frances Perkins Branch
Visit with a registered* therapy dog to bring a little rest and relaxation to your day. Therapy animals* are generally privately owned pets who are brought by their handlers to bring joy and smiles.

Mon, Jun 23, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Burncoat Branch
Gotta go fast and come watch Sonic the Hedgehog!

Mon, Jun 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Youth Area
Make and decorate a trinket box during this craft!

Mon, Jun 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Join Chef Barbara to learn about nutrition and cook in our "kitchen!"

Mon, Jun 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Burncoat Branch - Burncoat Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!

Mon, Jun 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!

Mon, Jun 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tatnuck Branch - Tatnuck Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!

Mon, Jun 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Join us for a cozy class for all levels. Please bring your own mat and arrive 5-10 minutes before class begins to arrive and settle.

Tue, Jun 24, 9:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Prepares students for the U.S. citizenship or naturalization exam and interview.

Tue, Jun 24, 9:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - YWCA Way
UMass Road to Care Van

Tue, Jun 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Explore early literacy skills as we read, sing, and move!

Tue, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Tatnuck Branch - Tatnuck Branch
A gardening storytime series over the summer with REC Worcester.

Cancelled
Tue, Jun 24, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Help finding resources to learn English, referrals for immigration-related legal help, and more. Se habla español.

Tue, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn the steps to start a small business.

Tue, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
 Drop-in for our Super Mario Party! Enjoy Mario crafts, activities, and a Mario-themed snack. While supplies last.

Tue, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Tween Area
Let's get rolling! All players are welcome to experience the fun of roleplay and collaborative storytelling during a monthly Dungeons and Dragons game.

Tue, Jun 24, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Dice Bags Make your own felt no-sew bag to store dice for your gaming needs.

Tue, Jun 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Come meet the NEADS Service Dog Puppy Ambassadors!

Cancelled
Tue, Jun 24, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
Practice speaking English in a relaxed, comfortable place, and meet new friends as we learn by talking together.

Tue, Jun 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn about common skin conditions and how to protect yourself from the sun year-round.

Tue, Jun 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Teen Space
Meet other teen writers and get feedback on your writing projects!

Tue, Jun 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Saxe Room
All are welcome to join us for a night of mocktails and thoughtful discussion in celebration of the LGBTQ+ community and its allies with author Hanne Larson

Wed, Jun 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Students learn English using real-life scenarios.

Wed, Jun 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Worcester Common Oval
WPL will be at Out to Lunch! Drop by our booth to hear about programs, sign up for a library card, grab some library swag, or just say hi!

Wed, Jun 25, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Worcester Common Oval
WPL will be at Out to Lunch! Drop by our booth to hear about programs, sign up for a library card, grab some library swag, or just say hi!

Wed, Jun 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
¡Ven a explorar un mundo de colores en tus comidas! Come explore a world of colors in your food!

Wed, Jun 25, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Join us for weekly crafts in the Innovation center!

Wed, Jun 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tatnuck Magnet Branch
Celebrate Pride Month with karaoke at the library!

Wed, Jun 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Burncoat Branch - Burncoat Branch
Join us for a crafting program designed to strengthen problem solving skills and to enhance creativity!

Wed, Jun 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Drop in for an afternoon of art! Your only limit is your imagination!

Wed, Jun 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Roosevelt Branch - Roosevelt Branch
Drop in for an afternoon of art! Your only limit is your imagination!

Wed, Jun 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tatnuck Branch - Tatnuck Branch
Drop in for an afternoon of art! Your only limit is your imagination!

Wed, Jun 25, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library - Digital Studio
Learn to preserve your family’s history with the use of our digitization and conversion equipment.

Wed, Jun 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Teen Space
Teens, get ready for a night of friendly competition!

Wed, Jun 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Free access to tools and technology in the Innovation Center. For experienced users who have completed an orientation only.

Wed, Jun 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Banx Room
You are the guests at our monthly family dinner and advisory group.

Wed, Jun 25, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Join fellow readers to discuss various genres of popular titles by award-winning authors. New members welcome.

Thu, Jun 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Is your little one ready for a fun time with books? You’re invited to participate in stories, music, and movement.

Thu, Jun 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
A gardening storytime series over the summer with REC Worcester.

Thu, Jun 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn how to create B2B and B2C sales lists using Reference Solutions.

Thu, Jun 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Tween Area
Everyone is welcome at chess club, no matter if you're a brand new or experienced player! Join us to challenge a friend or someone new.

Thu, Jun 26, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Free access to tools and technology in the Innovation Center. For experienced users who have completed an orientation only.

Thu, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Let's focus on learning sounds to build early literacy using the SOUNS method.

Thu, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Let's celebrate summer's beautiful days by reading stories, learning songs, and making crafts.

Thu, Jun 26, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Learn the basics of how to use a sewing machine to create a simple plushie!

Thu, Jun 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Learn the basics of crocheting and start making your own project!

Cancelled
Fri, Jun 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Help finding resources to learn English, referrals for immigration-related legal help, and more. Se habla español.

Fri, Jun 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Introduce your baby to reading with stories, action rhymes, fingerplays, songs, and lots of snuggling. You are invited to stay for play/social time after the program. For ages 0-18 months.

Fri, Jun 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Burncoat Branch
Celebrate Pride Month with karaoke at the library!

Sat, Jun 28, 9:30am - 10:30am
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn how to use the Morningstar Investment Research Center Database.

Sat, Jun 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Saxe Room
Please bring your own yoga mat, water and anything for comfort. All levels are welcome. Open to ages 18 and up. Please arrive 5-10 minutes before class begins to arrive and settle.
Registration opens Saturday, June 14 2025 at 10:00am

Sat, Jun 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Join us for crafts, snacks, and conversation for families that are part of the LGBTQIA+ community and their allies!

Sat, Jun 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Vamos dançar! Vamos aprender a dançar quadrilha para Festa Junina. Let's dance! We will learn how to dance a quadrilha for Festa Junina.

Sat, Jun 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Free access to tools and technology in the Innovation Center. For experienced users who have completed an orientation only.

Sat, Jun 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Saxe Room
Worcester History Deep-Dive: The Infamous Burnside Fountain

Mon, Jun 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Students learn English using real-life scenarios.

Mon, Jun 30, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Create rainbow colored slime creations for Pride!

Mon, Jun 30, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Great Brook Valley - Great Brook Valley
Let’s decorate some colorful cookies!

Mon, Jun 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Goddard Branch
Join us for a relaxing afternoon of sticker painting!

Mon, Jun 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Youth Area
Dissect sterilized owl pellets in this hands-on science activity!

Mon, Jun 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Come make your own clay pinch pot!

Mon, Jun 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Burncoat Branch - Burncoat Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!

Mon, Jun 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!

Mon, Jun 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Roosevelt Branch - Roosevelt Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!

Mon, Jun 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tatnuck Branch - Tatnuck Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!

Mon, Jun 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Come hear Rebecca Brenner Graham talk about her new book, Dear Miss Perkins: A Story of Frances Perkins's Efforts to Aid Refugees from Nazi Germany

Tue, Jul 01, 9:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Prepares students for the U.S. citizenship or naturalization exam and interview.

Tue, Jul 01, 9:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - YWCA Way
UMass Road to Care Van

Tue, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Tatnuck Branch - Tatnuck Branch
A gardening storytime series over the summer with REC Worcester.

Tue, Jul 01, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Help finding an English class

Tue, Jul 01, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
Help finding resources to learn English, referrals for immigration-related legal help, and more. Se habla español.

Tue, Jul 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
Ages 6-11. Make and decorate a trinket box during this craft!

Tue, Jul 01, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Tween Area
Let's get rolling! All players are welcome to experience the fun of roleplay and collaborative storytelling during a monthly Dungeons and Dragons game.

Tue, Jul 01, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Plastic Straw Wreaths Design and construct a summer wreath from plastic straws and other seasonal materials.

Tue, Jul 01, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Everything you need to learn to get into Dungeons and Dragons!

Tue, Jul 01, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Ellipse
Practice speaking English in a relaxed, comfortable place, and meet new friends as we learn by talking together.

Wed, Jul 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Students learn English using real-life scenarios.

Wed, Jul 02, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Worcester Common Oval
WPL will be at Out to Lunch! Drop by our booth to hear about programs, sign up for a library card, grab some library swag, or just say hi!

Wed, Jul 02, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Worcester Common Oval
WPL will be at Out to Lunch! Drop by our booth to hear about programs, sign up for a library card, grab some library swag, or just say hi!

Wed, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
¡Ven a explorar un mundo de colores en tus comidas! Come explore a world of colors in your food!

Wed, Jul 02, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Join us for weekly crafts in the Innovation center!

Wed, Jul 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Drop in and play video games on our Nintendo Switch.

Wed, Jul 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Roosevelt Branch
Join us for a relaxing afternoon of sticker painting!

Wed, Jul 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library - Digital Studio
Learn to preserve your family’s history with the use of our digitization and conversion equipment.
Registration opens Wednesday, June 18 2025 at 5:30pm

Wed, Jul 02, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Junte-se a nós para histórias e cantigas em português. Join us for stories and songs in Portuguese.

Wed, Jul 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Virtual Room
Grab your favorite cup of coffee, bring your detective hat, and join us for an evening of thrilling conversation!

Thu, Jul 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Is your little one ready for a fun time with books? You’re invited to participate in stories, music, and movement.

Thu, Jul 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
A gardening storytime series over the summer with REC Worcester.

Thu, Jul 03, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Free access to tools and technology in the Innovation Center. For experienced users who have completed an orientation only.

Thu, Jul 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Let's celebrate summer's beautiful days by reading stories, learning songs, and making crafts.

Thu, Jul 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Let's focus on learning sounds to build early literacy using the SOUNS method.

Thu, Jul 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Are you a fan of the gods and heroes from ancient mythology? Come learn about the Ancient Greek god Pan and make your own pan flute.

Fri, Jul 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
Help finding resources to learn English, referrals for immigration-related legal help, and more. Se habla español.

Sat, Jul 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Free access to tools and technology in the Innovation Center. For experienced users who have completed an orientation only.

Mon, Jul 07, 9:30am - 10:30am
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn how to use the Foundation Directory database.

Mon, Jul 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Students learn English using real-life scenarios.

Rescheduled
Mon, Jul 07, 11:00am - 2:00pm
New date Tuesday, July 08, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Help finding an English class

Mon, Jul 07, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn the basics of using a computer, how to save documents, search the Internet, access the library website and computers.

Mon, Jul 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Here you CAN play with your food!

Mon, Jul 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Come meet the NEADS Service Dog Puppy Ambassadors!

Mon, Jul 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Here you CAN play with dirt!

Mon, Jul 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Summer is here, but there is something magical about winter. We’ll celebrate the coldest season with winter themed crafts, activities, and snacks! While supplies last.

Tue, Jul 08, 9:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Prepares students for the U.S. citizenship or naturalization exam and interview.

Tue, Jul 08, 9:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - YWCA Way
UMass Road to Care Van

Tue, Jul 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Explore early literacy skills as we read, sing, and move!

Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Tatnuck Branch - Tatnuck Branch
A gardening storytime series over the summer with REC Worcester.

Tue, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Help finding an English class

Tue, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
Help finding resources to learn English, referrals for immigration-related legal help, and more. Se habla español.

Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Summer is here, but there is something magical about winter. We’ll celebrate the coldest season with winter themed crafts, activities, and snacks! While supplies last.

Tue, Jul 08, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Great Brook Valley Branch
Imagination Station Our supplies and your imagination are the only limits!

Tue, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Learn the basics of crocheting and start making your own project!

Tue, Jul 08, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Ellipse
Practice speaking English in a relaxed, comfortable place, and meet new friends as we learn by talking together.

Tue, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Teen Space
Meet other teen writers and get feedback on your writing projects!

Tue, Jul 08, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Cool off this summer with a fun color changing tumbler that you can customize with cold color changing vinyl.
This event is full

Tue, Jul 08, 6:30pm - 8:15pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn how to access a relational database

Wed, Jul 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Students learn English using real-life scenarios.

Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Worcester Common Oval
WPL will be at Out to Lunch! Drop by our booth to hear about programs, sign up for a library card, grab some library swag, or just say hi!

Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Worcester Common Oval
WPL will be at Out to Lunch! Drop by our booth to hear about programs, sign up for a library card, grab some library swag, or just say hi!

Wed, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
You love the library or want to be a librarian? Learn the basics of what a children's librarian does and help plan some library programs for the fall!

Wed, Jul 09, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Join us for weekly crafts in the Innovation center!

Wed, Jul 09, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Study Pod 1,Study Pod 2,Study Pod 3,Study Pod 4,Study Pod 5,Third Floor
FREE 40-minute consultations by appointment with an immigration attorney.

Wed, Jul 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Roosevelt Branch
Come meet the NEADS Service Dog Puppy Ambassadors!

Wed, Jul 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tatnuck Magnet Branch
Join us for a relaxing afternoon of sticker painting!

Wed, Jul 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library - Digital Studio
Learn to preserve your family’s history with the use of our digitization and conversion equipment.
Registration opens Wednesday, June 25 2025 at 5:30pm

Wed, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Let's get rolling! All players are welcome to experience the fun of roleplay and collaborative storytelling during a monthly Dungeons and Dragons game.
This event is full

Wed, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Teen Space
Teens, get ready for a night of friendly competition!

Thu, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
A gardening storytime series over the summer with REC Worcester.

Thu, Jul 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Free access to tools and technology in the Innovation Center. For experienced users who have completed an orientation only.

Thu, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Let's celebrate summer's beautiful days by reading stories, learning songs, and making crafts.

Thu, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Let's focus on learning sounds to build early literacy using the SOUNS method.

Thu, Jul 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Assemble your party. Betray your friends. Dodge curses. Fight monsters. Will you be the one to survive?

Fri, Jul 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
Help finding resources to learn English, referrals for immigration-related legal help, and more. Se habla español.

Fri, Jul 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Introduce your baby to reading with stories, action rhymes, fingerplays, songs, and lots of snuggling. You are invited to stay for play/social time after the program. For ages 0-18 months.

Fri, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Banx Room
Visit our ice cream sundae bar to make a delicious treat, then engage in friendly conversation with other tweens! Dairy-free options and nut-free toppings will be available at the sundae bar.

Fri, Jul 11, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Main Library - Saxe Room
Burn calories in this fun fitness class!
Registration opens Friday, June 27 2025 at 3:00pm

Fri, Jul 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Burncoat Branch
Join us for a relaxing afternoon of sticker painting!

Fri, Jul 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Teens can get crafty making pressed flowered lanterns while supplies last.

Fri, Jul 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tatnuck Branch - Tatnuck Branch
Join us for a crafting program designed to strengthen problem solving skills and to enhance creativity!

Sat, Jul 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Saxe Room
Please bring your own yoga mat, water and anything for comfort. All levels are welcome. Open to ages 18 and up. Please arrive 5-10 minutes before class begins to arrive and settle.
Registration opens Saturday, June 28 2025 at 10:00am

Sat, Jul 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Join us in reading stories and singing songs to build early listening, literacy, and math skills.

Sat, Jul 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Learn how to sketch video game characters like Link, Kirby, and Sonic the Hedgehog step by step with professional artist Bayda Asbridge!

Sat, Jul 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Free access to tools and technology in the Innovation Center. For experienced users who have completed an orientation only.

Sat, Jul 12, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
There are a lot of diets out there - let's discuss a few.
Registration opens Saturday, June 21 2025 at 2:30pm