Inspire and Create
Ages 6+
Tuesday, February 11
3:30pm - 4:30pm
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Inspire and Create
Exploring the artistic expression of Black Artists.
Burncoat Branch - Burncoat Branch
Burncoat Branch
Burncoat BranchExploring the artistic expression of Black Artists.
Inspire & Create is a look at the inspirational and significant impact of Black culture on the art world. Join us for exciting and engaging art projects focusing on the works of Alma Woodsey Thomas, Faith Ringgold, Charles McGee, and Jean-Michel Basquiat. Come let your creativity shine while learning through making! For ages 6-11.
AGE GROUP: | Tween 8-12 | Children 5-7 |
EVENT TYPE: | Education & Learning Programs | Arts, Crafts & Making |
TAGS: | Family | Arts & Crafts |
Burncoat Branch
Phone: 508-799-8328
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Today's hours
We're open 9:00AM to 5:30PM
| Mon, May 18 | 9:00AM to 5:30PM |
| Tue, May 19 | 11:00AM to 7:00PM |
| Wed, May 20 | 9:00AM to 5:30PM |
| Thu, May 21 | 9:00AM to 5:30PM |
| Fri, May 22 | 9:00AM to 5:30PM |
| Sat, May 23 | Closed |
| (Memorial Day Closed) | |
| Sun, May 24 | Closed |
| (Memorial Day Closed) | |
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| Mon, May 18 | 9:00AM to 5:30PM |
| Tue, May 19 | 11:00AM to 7:00PM |
| Wed, May 20 | 9:00AM to 5:30PM |
| Thu, May 21 | 9:00AM to 5:30PM |
| Fri, May 22 | 9:00AM to 5:30PM |
| Sat, May 23 | Closed |
| (Memorial Day Closed) | |
| Sun, May 24 | Closed |
| (Memorial Day Closed) | |
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About the branch
The Burncoat Branch is a public library located inside the Burncoat Street Preparatory School, and is part of the One City, One Library initiative. It was made possible thanks to the generous support of the UMass Chan Medical School, George I. Alden Trust, and The George F. and Sybil H. Fuller Foundation.
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Wed, May 20, All day
Tatnuck Magnet Branch
Join us for a fun filled week to show your library spirit! Dress up like your favorite decade! Wear 70's inspired bell bottoms, tease your hair like you're from the 80's, or wear a 90's bucket hat!
Wed, May 20, All day
Burncoat Branch
Join us for a fun filled week to show your library spirit! Dress up like your favorite decade! Wear 70's inspired bell bottoms, tease your hair like you're from the 80's, or wear a 90's bucket hat!
Wed, May 20, All day
Frances Perkins Branch
Join us for a fun filled week to show your library spirit! Dress up like your favorite decade! Wear 70's inspired bell bottoms, tease your hair like you're from the 80's, or wear a 90's bucket hat!
Wed, May 20, All day
Goddard Branch
Join us for a fun filled week to show your library spirit! Dress up like your favorite decade! Wear 70's inspired bell bottoms, tease your hair like you're from the 80's, or wear a 90's bucket hat!
Wed, May 20, All day
Great Brook Valley Branch
Join us for a fun filled week to show your library spirit! Dress up like your favorite decade! Wear 70's inspired bell bottoms, tease your hair like you're from the 80's, or wear a 90's bucket hat!
Wed, May 20, All day
Main Library
Join us for a fun filled week to show your library spirit! Dress up like your favorite decade! Wear 70's inspired bell bottoms, tease your hair like you're from the 80's, or wear a 90's bucket hat!
Wed, May 20, All day
Roosevelt Branch
Join us for a fun filled week to show your library spirit! Dress up like your favorite decade! Wear 70's inspired bell bottoms, tease your hair like you're from the 80's, or wear a 90's bucket hat!
Wed, May 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Learn English using real-life scenarios. No registration needed.
Wed, May 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - YWCA Way
FREE healthcare visits
Wed, May 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Banx Room
Join us for a monthly audio-described* movie matinee!
Wed, May 20, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Join us for weekly crafts in the Innovation center!
Wed, May 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Roosevelt Branch
Use sunlight to print an image on paper!
Wed, May 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Learn to fold spring shapes!
Wed, May 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Burncoat Branch
Drop in for an afternoon of art! The only limit is your imagination!
Wed, May 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Drop in for an afternoon of art! The only limit is your imagination!
Wed, May 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Roosevelt Branch - Roosevelt Branch
Drop in for an afternoon of art! The only limit is your imagination!
Wed, May 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tatnuck Magnet Branch - Tatnuck Magnet Branch
Drop in for an afternoon of art! The only limit is your imagination!
Wed, May 20, 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, May 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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, May 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Crafting project perfect for the book lover!
Wed, May 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Teen Space
Teens, get ready for a night of friendly competition!
Wed, May 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
An English class for adult learners (18+) of all levels; no registration required.
Thu, May 21, All day
Burncoat Branch
Join us for a fun filled week to show your library spirit! Come dressed in your craziest, most colorful socks!
Thu, May 21, All day
Frances Perkins Branch
Join us for a fun filled week to show your library spirit! Come dressed in your craziest, most colorful socks!
Thu, May 21, All day
Goddard Branch
Join us for a fun filled week to show your library spirit! Come dressed in your craziest, most colorful socks!
Thu, May 21, All day
Great Brook Valley Branch
Join us for a fun filled week to show your library spirit! Come dressed in your craziest, most colorful socks!
Thu, May 21, All day
Main Library
Join us for a fun filled week to show your library spirit! Come dressed in your craziest, most colorful socks!
Thu, May 21, All day
Roosevelt Branch
Join us for a fun filled week to show your library spirit! Come dressed in your craziest, most colorful socks!
Thu, May 21, 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, May 21, 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, May 21, 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, May 21, 2:15pm - 3:15pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
All needlecraft enthusiasts are welcome to join us at our weekly Knitting Circle!
Thu, May 21, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Challenge your creative abilities with these monthly activities using the machines and supplies in our Innovation Center!
Thu, May 21, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Do you babysit or simply keep an eye on the kids in your family or neighborhood? Join a representative from the Auburn Fire Department to learn the basics of CPR in this interactive workshop.
Thu, May 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Tweens: come and learn a new skill!
Thu, May 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
All ages are welcome to join us for a live owl show presented by Marcia and Mark Wilson who have thrilled audiences of all ages with their live owls for the last 28 year
Fri, May 22, All day
Burncoat Branch
Join us for a fun filled week to show your library spirit! Dress up as your favorite fictional character! Channel your inner princess, superhero, cartoon animal, or more for this fun filled day.
Fri, May 22, All day
Frances Perkins Branch
Join us for a fun filled week to show your library spirit! Dress up as your favorite fictional character! Channel your inner princess, superhero, cartoon animal, or more for this fun filled day.
Fri, May 22, All day
Goddard Branch
Join us for a fun filled week to show your library spirit! Dress up as your favorite fictional character! Channel your inner princess, superhero, cartoon animal, or more for this fun filled day.
Fri, May 22, All day
Great Brook Valley Branch
Join us for a fun filled week to show your library spirit! Dress up as your favorite fictional character! Channel your inner princess, superhero, cartoon animal, or more for this fun filled day.
Fri, May 22, All day
Main Library
Join us for a fun filled week to show your library spirit! Dress up as your favorite fictional character! Channel your inner princess, superhero, cartoon animal, or more for this fun filled day.
Fri, May 22, All day
Roosevelt Branch
Join us for a fun filled week to show your library spirit! Dress up as your favorite fictional character! Channel your inner princess, superhero, cartoon animal, or more for this fun filled day.
Fri, May 22, All day
Tatnuck Magnet Branch
Join us for a fun filled week to show your library spirit! Dress up as your favorite fictional character! Channel your inner princess, superhero, cartoon animal, or more for this fun filled day.
Fri, May 22, 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.
Fri, May 22, 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, May 22, 10:30am - 11:15am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Calling all tiny dancers!
Fri, May 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Let's learn about what fascinating night creatures can be found locally in New England with Hands on Nature!
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Sat, May 23, 10:00am - 10:45am
Main Library
Burn calories in this fun fitness class!
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Sat, May 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Free access to tools and technology in the Innovation Center. For experienced users who have completed an orientation only.
Tue, May 26, 9:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Prepares students for the U.S. citizenship or naturalization exam and interview. No registration needed.
Tue, May 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Explore early literacy skills as we read, sing, and move!
Tue, May 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Celebrate Jewish Heritage Month with Rabbi Aviva, learning the values of gratitude and the joy of being ourselves through stories, songs and crafts.
Tue, May 26, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Main Library
One-on-one assistance finding the best local English class for you
Tue, May 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn the steps to start a small business.
Tue, May 26, 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, May 26, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Join an instructor from Burncoat Center for Arts & Wellness to learn how to sew using a sewing machine. Make a fabric bookmark to take home!
This event is full
Tue, May 26, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Our supplies and your imagination are the only limits!
Tue, May 26, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library - Study Room 1
Register directly with SCORE for a one-hour session with a small business counselor. Directions below.
Tue, May 26, 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, May 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Banx Room
A Beginner Crochet Program
This event is full
Tue, May 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Saxe Room
Learn basic recipes you can make at home with simple ingredients!
Wed, May 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Learn English using real-life scenarios. No registration needed.
Wed, May 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Banx Room
Introduction to the U.S. Small Business Administration's programs and services to support entrepreneurship.
Wed, May 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - YWCA Way
FREE healthcare visits
Wed, May 27, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Join us for weekly crafts in the Innovation center!
Wed, May 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tatnuck Magnet Branch
Carve your own stamp out of linoleum!
Wed, May 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Drop in and play video games on our Nintendo Switch.
Wed, May 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Burncoat Branch - Burncoat Branch
Let’s make some magic!
Wed, May 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Celebrate the popular movies and upcoming release of Toy Story 5 with fun crafts, activities, and a snack.
Wed, May 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Drop in for an afternoon of art! The only limit is your imagination!
Wed, May 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Roosevelt Branch - Roosevelt Branch
Drop in for an afternoon of art! The only limit is your imagination!
Wed, May 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tatnuck Magnet Branch - Tatnuck Magnet Branch
Drop in for an afternoon of art! The only limit is your imagination!
Wed, May 27, 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, May 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Teen Space
Teens can get crafty picking their own color and fragrance while mixing ingredients to make lava lamp lip glosses! While supplies last.
Wed, May 27, 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, May 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
An English class for adult learners (18+) of all levels; no registration required.
Wed, May 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Banx Room
You are the guests at our monthly family dinner and advisory group.
Wed, May 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Ellipse
Join fellow readers as we dive into bestselling books across genres - from laugh-out-loud comedies to thought-provoking dramas by award-winning authors.
Thu, May 28, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Main Library - YWCA Way
Providing medical and dental care in the community
Thu, May 28, 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, May 28, 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, May 28, 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, May 28, 2:15pm - 3:15pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
All needlecraft enthusiasts are welcome to join us at our weekly Knitting Circle!
Thu, May 28, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Who's that peeking out from the cave? Teens can sculpt a dragon's eye that's fierce (or friendly) using a glass eye, air dry clay and metallic paint!
Thu, May 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Express yourself and connect with others as we work together to complete a beautiful piece of diamond art!
Fri, May 29, 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.
Fri, May 29, 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, May 29, 10:30am - 11:15am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Calling all tiny dancers!
Fri, May 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Burncoat Branch
Carve your own stamp out of linoleum!
Fri, May 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Teens can get crafty picking their own color and fragrance while mixing ingredients to make lava lamp lip glosses! While supplies last.
Fri, May 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tatnuck Magnet Branch - Tatnuck Magnet Branch
Let’s make some magic!
Sat, May 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
An English class for adult learners (18+) of all levels; no registration required.
Sat, May 30, 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, May 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Children's Ellipse
Come enjoy a fun filled and interactive concert performed by Rockabye Beats. It will be great and goofy fun for children and their adults alike! Songs will feature a mixture of Spanish and English.
Sat, May 30, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Saxe Room
Do you have Italian ancestors, but don't know how to start tracing their family history? Join genealogy librarian Alex as we dive into the exciting world of Italian genealogy.
Mon, Jun 01, 9:30am - 10:30am
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn how to use the Foundation Directory Database.
Mon, Jun 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Learn English using real-life scenarios. No registration needed.
Mon, Jun 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Join us for a fun afternoon creating colorful themed arts and crafts to celebrate the start of national Pride Month!
Mon, Jun 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
Mon, Jun 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Roosevelt Branch - Roosevelt Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
Mon, Jun 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tatnuck Magnet Branch - Tatnuck Magnet Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
Tue, Jun 02, 9:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Prepares students for the U.S. citizenship or naturalization exam and interview. No registration needed.
Tue, Jun 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Let's focus on learning sounds to build early literacy using the SOUNS method.
Tue, Jun 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Explore early literacy skills as we read, sing, and move!
Tue, Jun 02, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Main Library
One-on-one assistance finding the best local English class for you
Tue, Jun 02, 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 02, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Personalize a plastic reusable water bottle with stickers and paint pens.
Tue, Jun 02, 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, Jun 02, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
It's that time of year again! BBQ season! Make a Father's Day gift for someone special or an apron for yourself.
This event is full
Tue, Jun 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Virtual Room
Virtual Q&A session with author/editor Lucas Wilson about his collection of stories from Conversion Therapy survivors
Wed, Jun 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Learn English using real-life scenarios. No registration needed.
Wed, Jun 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - YWCA Way
FREE healthcare visits
Wed, Jun 03, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Free notary services for up to 5 pages per month to Worcester Public Library card holders. No appointment necessary. First come, first served.
Wed, Jun 03, 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, Jun 03, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Join us for weekly crafts in the Innovation center!
Wed, Jun 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Burncoat Branch
Make a custom Pride phone grip!
Wed, Jun 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Great Brook Valley Branch
Work together to engineer a circuit with Snap Circuits!
Wed, Jun 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Is it possible to combine art and science into fun crafts? Let's explore and create together!
Wed, Jun 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Burncoat Branch - Burncoat Branch
Drop in for an afternoon of art! The only limit is your imagination!
Wed, Jun 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Drop in for an afternoon of art! The only limit is your imagination!
Wed, Jun 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Roosevelt Branch - Roosevelt Branch
Drop in for an afternoon of art! The only limit is your imagination!
Wed, Jun 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tatnuck Magnet Branch - Tatnuck Magnet Branch
Drop in for an afternoon of art! The only limit is your imagination!
Wed, Jun 03, 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 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Teen Space
Teens, get ready for a night of friendly competition!
Wed, Jun 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Join us for a fun filled evening to celebrate our Pride! Enjoy music you can dance to, a small craft, and glitter tattoos provided by Christine's Creative Co.!
Wed, Jun 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Ellipse
Bring your detective hat and join us for an evening of thrilling conversation! Light refreshments provided. While supplies last.
Thu, Jun 04, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Main Library - YWCA Way
Providing medical and dental care in the community
Thu, Jun 04, 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 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Teens combine character and absurd attribute cards to create their player, then debate why their character would win in a fight against the other!
Thu, Jun 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Create sculptures with Worcester-based mixed media artist Bayda Asbridge! We'll meet monthly on Thursdays throughout the summer to sculpt boats and tell stories. Join us for any or all sessions.
Fri, Jun 05, 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 05, 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.
Fri, Jun 05, 10:30am - 11:15am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Calling all tiny dancers!
Fri, Jun 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Join us to code, create, and collaborate! Learn robotics and AI concepts by programming our VEX bots to move, interact, and play.
Sat, Jun 06, All day
Main Library - Teen Space
Teens, are you looking for something to do? Drop by the Teen Space at the Main Library to pick up a take & make craft kit to bring home (while supplies last)!
Sat, Jun 06, 9:30am - 10:30am
Main Library - Innovation Center
Sign up for a one-on-one session to learn the basics of using a Brother machine. Please arrive by 9:30 am. Note that if you arrive after this time, we may not be able to accommodate you.
Registration opens Saturday, May 23 2026 at 9:00am
Sat, Jun 06, 10:00am - 10:45am
Main Library - Banx Room
Burn calories in this fun fitness class!
Registration opens Saturday, May 23 2026 at 10:00am
Sat, Jun 06, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Main Library - First Floor Ellipse
De-stress with therapy dogs from Tufts Paws for People!
Sat, Jun 06, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Join us for the silly adventure movie, The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants. Rated. PG.
Sat, Jun 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Banx Room
Plants and Practices for Optimal Wellness through the Golden Years
Sat, Jun 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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!
Mon, Jun 08, 9:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn about research resources at the library.
Mon, Jun 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Learn English using real-life scenarios. No registration needed.
Mon, Jun 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Children and families are welcome to our weekly stories, sing-alongs, and fun activities. A great way for children to gain early literacy, math, and social skills.
Mon, Jun 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Homeschool families meet monthly for fun projects!
Mon, Jun 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Teen Space
Make a custom Pride phone grip!
Mon, Jun 08, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Come roll the dice and play!
Mon, Jun 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
Mon, Jun 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Roosevelt Branch - Roosevelt Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
Mon, Jun 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tatnuck Magnet Branch - Tatnuck Magnet Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
Tue, Jun 09, 9:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Prepares students for the U.S. citizenship or naturalization exam and interview. No registration needed.
Tue, Jun 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Let's focus on learning sounds to build early literacy using the SOUNS method.
Tue, Jun 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Explore early literacy skills as we read, sing, and move!
Tue, Jun 09, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Main Library
One-on-one assistance finding the best local English class for you
Tue, Jun 09, 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 09, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Draw a castle with glue, then sprinkle sand to make a sandcastle on paper. Follow our examples or create your own art from the materials on offer.
Tue, Jun 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Roosevelt Branch - Roosevelt Branch
Come celebrate Festa Junina at the library!
Tue, Jun 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Customize your Beyblade, participate in challenges like "longest spin" and "last one standing," then battle to become the tournament champion!
Tue, Jun 09, 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, Jun 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
A writers' workshop where attendees will write together using prompts provided by the facilitator. Using the Amherst Writers & Artists method, participants will receive feedback on their work.
Cancelled
Wed, Jun 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Learn English using real-life scenarios. No registration needed.
Wed, Jun 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - YWCA Way
FREE healthcare visits
Wed, Jun 10, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Drop in and play video games on our Nintendo Switch.
Wed, Jun 10, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Join us for weekly crafts in the Innovation center!
Wed, Jun 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tatnuck Magnet Branch
Make a custom Pride phone grip!
Wed, Jun 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Burncoat Branch - Burncoat Branch
Drop in for an afternoon of art! The only limit is your imagination!
Wed, Jun 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Drop in for an afternoon of art! The only limit is your imagination!
Wed, Jun 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Roosevelt Branch - Roosevelt Branch
Drop in for an afternoon of art! The only limit is your imagination!
Wed, Jun 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tatnuck Magnet Branch - Tatnuck Magnet Branch
Drop in for an afternoon of art! The only limit is your imagination!
Wed, Jun 10, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Teen Space
Teens, you've earned an evening to relax!
Wed, Jun 10, 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, May 20 2026 at 5:30pm
Wed, Jun 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Come celebrate the World Cup with snacks, crafts, and a scavenger hunt!
Thu, Jun 11, 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 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn the basics of using a computer. No registration required.
Thu, Jun 11, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - YWCA Way
Free Vision Exams on Care Express
Thu, Jun 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Burncoat Branch - Burncoat Branch
Come celebrate Festa Junina at the library!
Thu, Jun 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Teens can choose from different patterns to paint their own picture frame to take home with them (while supplies last). When finished, the frame will resemble stained glass!
Thu, Jun 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Stop in and play some fun games on our Nintendo Switch 2!
Thu, Jun 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Celebrate Pride Month by creating your own pair of rainbow wings.
Fri, Jun 12, 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 12, 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.
Fri, Jun 12, 10:30am - 11:15am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Calling all tiny dancers!
Fri, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Saxe Room
Part 3 In the Health Literacy Series
Fri, Jun 12, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Banx Room
Join Arrayscape Gaming for a Minecraft adventure program!
Fri, Jun 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Teens can choose from different patterns to paint their own picture frame to take home with them (while supplies last). When finished, the frame will resemble stained glass!
Fri, Jun 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Create sparkling, vibrant stickers by applying tiny rhinestones to designs of your choice in this fun, relaxing craft!
Sat, Jun 13, 9:30am - 10:30am
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn how to use the Morningstar Investment Research Center database.
Sat, Jun 13, 10:00am - 10:45am
Main Library - Banx Room
Burn calories in this fun fitness class!
Registration opens Saturday, May 30 2026 at 10:00am
Sat, Jun 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Saxe Room
Create a sensory container garden to delight the senses.
Sat, Jun 13, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Banx Room
Learn about safety, basic first aid, child development, nutrition, the business of babysitting, and more in this hands-on, interactive course. Gain skills to be the go-to sitter in your neighborhood!
Sat, Jun 13, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
Join us and learn about diet and lifestyle changes you can make to control diabetes.
Sat, Jun 13, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
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.
Mon, Jun 15, All day
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Welcome Area
Drop in to get your Little Art Kit for our Little Free Art Gallery
Mon, Jun 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Learn English using real-life scenarios. No registration needed.
Mon, Jun 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Children and families are welcome to our weekly stories, sing-alongs, and fun activities. A great way for children to gain early literacy, math, and social skills.
Mon, Jun 15, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Learn to sew simple pieces of clothing using our Innovation Center sewing machines!
Mon, Jun 15, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
We're having a monster truck party! Join us for monster truck crafts and activities.
Mon, Jun 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Join us to make Shrinky Dink gifts to share with family and friends!
Mon, Jun 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
Mon, Jun 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Roosevelt Branch - Roosevelt Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
Mon, Jun 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tatnuck Magnet Branch - Tatnuck Magnet Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
Tue, Jun 16, All day
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Welcome Area
Drop in to get your Little Art Kit for our Little Free Art Gallery
Tue, Jun 16, 9:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Prepares students for the U.S. citizenship or naturalization exam and interview. No registration needed.
Tue, Jun 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Let's focus on learning sounds to build early literacy using the SOUNS method.
Tue, Jun 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Explore early literacy skills as we read, sing, and move!
Tue, Jun 16, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Main Library
One-on-one assistance finding the best local English class for you
Tue, Jun 16, 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 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library
Do you like reading about spaceships, parallel worlds, aliens, telepathy, or time travel? Join us to discuss great SF & Fantasy fiction! Click on the program title for information on how to join.
Tue, Jun 16, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Make a circular photo holder from a wreath form and clothespins to hold special memories.
Follow our examples or create your own art from the materials on offer.
Tue, Jun 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Learn the basics of crocheting and start making your own project!
Tue, Jun 16, 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, Jun 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Banx Room
A Beginner Crochet Program
This event is full
Tue, Jun 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
Please join us as we welcome local Henna artist, Ashwini Allada, to get your own unique piece of Henna body art. Ages 18 +.
Registration opens Tuesday, June 2 2026 at 9:00am
Wed, Jun 17, All day
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Welcome Area
Drop in to get your Little Art Kit for our Little Free Art Gallery
Wed, Jun 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Learn English using real-life scenarios. No registration needed.
Wed, Jun 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Worcester Senior Center
Learn about New England's birds of prey with Wingmasters!
Wed, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - YWCA Way
FREE healthcare visits
Wed, Jun 17, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Join us for weekly crafts in the Innovation center!
Wed, Jun 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Come celebrate Festa Junina at the library!
Wed, Jun 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Celebrate Pride Month by creating your own pair of rainbow wings.
Wed, Jun 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Is it possible to combine art and science into fun crafts? Let's explore and create together!
Wed, Jun 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Burncoat Branch - Burncoat Branch
Drop in for an afternoon of art! The only limit is your imagination!
Wed, Jun 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Roosevelt Branch - Roosevelt Branch
Drop in for an afternoon of art! The only limit is your imagination!
Wed, Jun 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tatnuck Magnet Branch - Tatnuck Magnet Branch
Drop in for an afternoon of art! The only limit is your imagination!
Wed, Jun 17, 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, May 27 2026 at 5:30pm
Wed, Jun 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Express yourself and connect with others as we work together to complete a beautiful piece of diamond art!
Wed, Jun 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Teen Space
Teens, get ready for a night of friendly competition!
Thu, Jun 18, All day
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Teens, are you looking for something to do? Drop by the Great Brook Valley branch to pick up a take & make craft kit to bring home (while supplies last)!
Thu, Jun 18, All day
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Welcome Area
Drop in to get your Little Art Kit for our Little Free Art Gallery
Thu, Jun 18, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Challenge your creative abilities with these monthly activities using the machines and supplies in our Innovation Center!
Thu, Jun 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tatnuck Magnet Branch - Tatnuck Magnet Branch
Come celebrate Festa Junina at the library!
Thu, Jun 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Express yourself and all that you love in this fun, creative craft!
Fri, Jun 19, 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.