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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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Phone: 508-799-1655
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| Thu, Jun 11 | 9:00AM to 5:30PM |
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| Sat, Jun 13 | 9:00AM to 5:30PM |
| Sun, Jun 14 | Closed |
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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, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
First come, first served.
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
Tatnuck Magnet Branch - Tatnuck Magnet Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
Mon, Jun 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Roosevelt 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, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
First come, first served
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
Goddard Branch - Goddard 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, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Roosevelt 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 world soccer with snacks, crafts, and a scavenger hunt!
Wed, Jun 10, 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 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, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
First come, first served
Thu, Jun 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn the basics of using a computer. No registration required.
Thu, Jun 11, 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 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, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Ellipse,Newspapers & Magazines
Whether you have a green thumb or are planting your very first seed, there's something here for everyone! Come grow with us!
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, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Ellipse
Help build a giant American flag out of LEGO® for America's 250th birthday!
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!
This event is full
Sat, Jun 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Saxe Room
Create a sensory container garden to delight the senses.
This event is full
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, 2:00pm - 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 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, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
First come, first served.
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
Tatnuck Magnet Branch - Tatnuck Magnet Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
Mon, Jun 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Roosevelt 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 +.
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, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
First come, first served
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
Tatnuck Magnet Branch - Tatnuck Magnet Branch
Drop in for an afternoon of art! The only limit is your imagination!
Wed, Jun 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Roosevelt 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.
This event is full
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!
Cancelled
Fri, Jun 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Help finding resources to learn English, referrals for immigration-related legal help, and more. Se habla español.
Cancelled
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, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
First come, first served.
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, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
First come, first served
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
Goddard Branch - Goddard 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, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Roosevelt 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.
This event is full
Wed, Jun 24, 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 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, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
First come, first served
Thu, Jun 25, 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 25, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Let's learn the basics of music and playing the keyboard piano!
This event is full
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!
This event is full
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!.
Fri, Jun 26, All day
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Welcome Area
Drop in to get your Little Art Kit for our Little Free Art Gallery
Fri, Jun 26, 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 26, 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 26, 10:30am - 11:15am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Calling all tiny dancers!
Fri, Jun 26, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Just in time for summer break, stop into the Frances Perkins branch to learn about the history of henna and leave with your very own henna art!
Fri, Jun 26, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Outdoor Space
Celebrate summer with a party on the branch lawn featuring henna, yard games, and more.
Fri, Jun 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Use bleach to paint a design on clothing!
Fri, Jun 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Banx Room
You are a sushi chef and your ingredients are marshmallows, Rice Krispy Treats, Fruit Roll-Ups, gummy worms, and more. Use your creativity to create your own candy sushi and sushi rolls!
Sat, Jun 27, 10:00am - 10:45am
Main Library - Banx Room
Burn calories in this fun fitness class!
Registration opens Saturday, June 13 2026 at 10:00am
Sat, Jun 27, 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 27, 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 27, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Saxe Room
Worcester History Deep-Dive: The Worcester Catacombs
Mon, Jun 29, All day
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Welcome Area
Drop in to get your Little Art Kit for our Little Free Art Gallery
Mon, Jun 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Learn English using real-life scenarios. No registration needed.
Mon, Jun 29, 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 29, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
First come, first served.
Mon, Jun 29, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Learn to sew simple pieces of clothing using our Innovation Center sewing machines!
Mon, Jun 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Come make your own clay masterpiece!
Mon, Jun 29, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Come buy books and more! Proceeds go to the Friends of the Library to help fund programming at the Worcester Public Library
Mon, Jun 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
Tue, Jun 30, All day
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Welcome Area
Drop in to get your Little Art Kit for our Little Free Art Gallery
Tue, Jun 30, 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 30, 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 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Explore early literacy skills as we read, sing, and move!
Tue, Jun 30, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Main Library
One-on-one assistance finding the best local English class for you
Tue, Jun 30, 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! We'll meet weekly on Tuesdays throughout the summer. Join us to challenge a friend or someone new!
Tue, Jun 30, 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 30, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Our supplies and your imagination are the only limits!
Tue, Jun 30, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Join fellow adventurers in celebrating your love of D&D! Create D&D themed crafts to use in your games, enjoy music perfect for a cozy night at the tavern, and dress in your favorite themed outfits!
Tue, Jun 30, 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 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Create a simple and easy-to-make cake pinata and fill it with candy!
Tue, Jun 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Banx Room
Film screening and Q&A with filmmaker David Abel about survival story, In the Whale
Wed, Jul 01, All day
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Welcome Area
Drop in to get your Little Art Kit for our Little Free Art Gallery
Wed, Jul 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Learn English using real-life scenarios. No registration needed.
Wed, Jul 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - YWCA Way
FREE healthcare visits
Wed, Jul 01, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
First come, first served
Wed, Jul 01, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Join us for weekly crafts in the Innovation center!
Wed, Jul 01, 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, Jul 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Let your imagination soar as you decorate a kite.
Wed, Jul 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Come use iron-on patches to personalize your wardrobe!
Wed, Jul 01, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Teen Space
Join our DM to play a short campaign using D&D 5e mechanics.
Registration opens Thursday, June 25 2026 at 4:00pm
Wed, Jul 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tatnuck Magnet Branch - Tatnuck Magnet Branch
Drop in for an afternoon of art! The only limit is your imagination!
Wed, Jul 01, 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 10 2026 at 5:30pm
Wed, Jul 01, 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, Jul 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Teen Space
Teens, get ready for a night of friendly competition!
Wed, Jul 01, 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, Jul 02, All day
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Welcome Area
Drop in to get your Little Art Kit for our Little Free Art Gallery
Thu, Jul 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
First come, first served
Thu, Jul 02, 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 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Let's go to Camp Half Blood! We will make Camp Half Blood necklaces, learn how to write our names in Ancient Greek, make Greek Gods trading cards, and more!
Cancelled
Fri, Jul 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Help finding resources to learn English, referrals for immigration-related legal help, and more. Se habla español.
Mon, Jul 06, All day
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Welcome Area
Drop in to get your Little Art Kit for our Little Free Art Gallery
Mon, Jul 06, 9:30am - 10:30am
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn how to use the Foundation Directory Database.
Mon, Jul 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Learn English using real-life scenarios. No registration needed.
Mon, Jul 06, 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, Jul 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Homeschool families meet monthly for fun projects!
Mon, Jul 06, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
First come, first served.
Mon, Jul 06, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Join us for high-energy Bollywood Dance sessions to dive into the fun and vibrant world of Indian pop music.
Tue, Jul 07, All day
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Welcome Area
Drop in to get your Little Art Kit for our Little Free Art Gallery
Tue, Jul 07, 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, Jul 07, 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, Jul 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Explore early literacy skills as we read, sing, and move!
Tue, Jul 07, 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! We'll meet weekly on Tuesdays throughout the summer. Join us to challenge a friend or someone new!
Tue, Jul 07, 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 07, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
View images of Marc Chagall’s works, and then try your hand at his style.
Follow our examples or create your own art from the materials on offer.
Tue, Jul 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Let's make some crafts we often see at summer camps! We will be making key chains, friendship bracelets, and paper fortune tellers.
Tue, Jul 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Celebrate Summerween by making spooky felt wall hanging tapestries!
Tue, Jul 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Banx Room
Come hang out and play games! We have a variety of games, including an ongoing jigsaw puzzle, or bring your own game to play. Light refreshments provided.
Tue, Jul 07, 6:30pm - 8:15pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn the basics of SQL (Sequential Query Language), a computer programming language used to access relational databases.