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SNAP-Ed Presents: Food Play: Cooking Fun with Kids
Ages 4-7
Here you CAN play with your food!
Our youngest chefs are welcome to explore, awaken their amazing senses, and fall in love with the magic of food.
Registration is required as space is limited; sign-up at mywpl.org.
Ages 4-7
Once a month on Mondays at 4pm:
March 31
April 28
May 12
AGE GROUP: | Children 5-7 | Children 0-5 |
EVENT TYPE: | Interactive & Educational Play | Health & Wellness | Education & Learning Programs | Arts, Crafts & Making |
TAGS: | Sensory-Friendly | Play | Nutrition | Education & Learning | Cooking | Arts & Crafts |
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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.
Registration is now closed
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!
Registration is now closed
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
Registration is now closed
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, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
Join us for a fascinating discussion with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig on the history and significance of craft at state fairs—from blue-ribbon quilts to sculpted butter cows, and so much more!
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.
This event is full
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.
This event is full
Sat, Jun 06, 10:00am - 10:45am
Main Library - Banx Room
Burn calories in this fun fitness class!
This event is full
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.
This event is full
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.
Thu, Jun 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library
Hold onto your heart-patterned boxers! Matt Dinniman, New York Times bestselling author of the popular Dungeon Crawler Carl series, joins us to chat about his latest book, A Parade of Horribles.
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, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
Join us in virtual conversation with storyteller and popular blogger Ted Page as we chat about his book Good Grandpa: Stories from the Heart of Grandfatherhood.
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.
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Sat, Jun 20, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library
Mell Allen, executive editor of Yankee Magazine from 2006-2025 speaks on his book,
"Here in New England: Unforgettable stories of people, places, and memories that connect us all."
Mon, Jun 22, All day
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Welcome Area
Drop in to get your Little Art Kit for our Little Free Art Gallery
Mon, Jun 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Learn English using real-life scenarios. No registration needed.
Mon, Jun 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn the steps to start a small business.
Mon, Jun 22, 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 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Teen Space
Make a star jar for Pride!
Mon, Jun 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
Mon, Jun 22, 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 23, All day
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Welcome Area
Drop in to get your Little Art Kit for our Little Free Art Gallery
Tue, Jun 23, 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 23, 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 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Explore early literacy skills as we read, sing, and move!
Tue, Jun 23, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Main Library
One-on-one assistance finding the best local English class for you
Tue, Jun 23, 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 23, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Come read to a therapy dog in training.
Tue, Jun 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
Join us as we chat with Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy about The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook.
Tue, Jun 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Join us in making Pride pins and flags to celebrate and express your own personal identity!
Tue, Jun 23, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
View images of Georgia O’Keeffe’s works, and then try your hand at her style.
Follow our examples or create your own art from the materials on offer.
Tue, Jun 23, 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, Jun 23, 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 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Learn to make your own block print stamps to decorate a tote bag or T-Shirt!
Wed, Jun 24, All day
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Welcome Area
Drop in to get your Little Art Kit for our Little Free Art Gallery
Wed, Jun 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Learn English using real-life scenarios. No registration needed.
Wed, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Worcester Senior Center
Join Stephen Minichiello, an Emmy Award winning producer, writer, and director, for a presentation on the Beatles pivotal breakout year of 1964.
Wed, Jun 24, 11:00am - 3:00pm
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 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - YWCA Way
FREE healthcare visits
Wed, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Join us for weekly crafts in the Innovation center!
Wed, Jun 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Burncoat Branch
Use bleach to paint a design on clothing!
Wed, Jun 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tatnuck Magnet Branch
Learn a new DIY skill!
Wed, Jun 24, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Arrayscape Gaming presents a workshop to help support safe play and protection, teaching children essential “street smarts” while giving parents practical tools to support safe online gaming.
Wed, Jun 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Burncoat Branch - Burncoat Branch
Drop in for an afternoon of art! The only limit is your imagination!
Wed, Jun 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Drop in for an afternoon of art! The only limit is your imagination!
Wed, Jun 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Roosevelt Branch - Roosevelt Branch
Drop in for an afternoon of art! The only limit is your imagination!
Wed, Jun 24, 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 24, 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 3 2026 at 5:30pm
Wed, Jun 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Saxe Room
You are the guests at our monthly family dinner and advisory group.
Wed, Jun 24, 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, Jun 25, All day
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Welcome Area
Drop in to get your Little Art Kit for our Little Free Art Gallery
Thu, Jun 25, 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 25, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Let's learn the basics of music and playing the keyboard piano!
Thu, Jun 25, 2:45pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Let's learn the basics of music and playing the keyboard piano!
Thu, Jun 25, 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 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Burncoat Branch - Burncoat Branch
Learn a new DIY skill!
Thu, Jun 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Join yogi Mar’Kee to move, breathe, and play together. Take away tools for managing your feelings and balancing your own body!.