Fairy Houses
Ages 6-11
Friday, March 21
4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Fairy Houses
Come build a whimsical house for our Fairy friends!
Tatnuck Branch - Tatnuck Branch
Tatnuck Branch
Tatnuck BranchCome build a whimsical house for our Fairy friends!
Let your imagination and creativity sparkle as we build fairy houses. Together we will use different materials to create a beautiful home for our mischievous and flighty friends. We will also make a DIY fairy doll from clothes pins. While supplies last.
AGE GROUP: | Tweens 8-12 | Children 5-7 |
EVENT TYPE: | Arts, Crafts & Making |
TAGS: | Arts & Crafts |
Tatnuck Magnet Branch
Phone: 508-799-8329
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We're open 9:00AM to 5:30PM
| Mon, Jul 06 | 9:00AM to 5:30PM |
| Tue, Jul 07 | 11:00AM to 7:00PM |
| Wed, Jul 08 | 9:00AM to 5:30PM |
| Thu, Jul 09 | 9:00AM to 5:30PM |
| Fri, Jul 10 | 9:00AM to 5:30PM |
| Sat, Jul 11 | Closed |
| Sun, Jul 12 | Closed |
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| Tue, Jul 07 | 11:00AM to 7:00PM |
| Wed, Jul 08 | 9:00AM to 5:30PM |
| Thu, Jul 09 | 9:00AM to 5:30PM |
| Fri, Jul 10 | 9:00AM to 5:30PM |
| Sat, Jul 11 | Closed |
| Sun, Jul 12 | Closed |
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The Tatnuck Magnet Branch is a public library located inside the Tatnuck Magnet School, and is part of the One City, One Library initiative. It was made possible thanks to the generous support of the Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Foundation and UMass Chan Medical School.
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In the Children's Center, visit the Ellipse for two displays to celebrate Disability Pride
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Thu, Jul 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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Thu, Jul 23, 11:00am - 1:00pm
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Thu, Jul 23, 2:45pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
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This event is full
Thu, Jul 23, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
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Thu, Jul 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Thu, Jul 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
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Main Library - Children's Program Room
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Fri, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:15am
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Sat, Jul 25, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
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Sat, Jul 25, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
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Main Library - Children's Ellipse,Fiction Area
On the first floor, check out our Disability Pride Display throughout the month with resources and giveaways.
In the Children's Center, visit the Ellipse for two displays to celebrate Disability Pride
Tue, Jul 28, 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 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Explore early literacy skills as we read, sing, and move!
Tue, Jul 28, 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 28, 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 28, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Come read to a therapy dog in training.
Tue, Jul 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
Join us in virtual conversation with bestselling author Dr. Marisa Franco, one of the world’s leading experts in human connection.
Tue, Jul 28, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Our supplies and your imagination are the only limits!
Tue, Jul 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Stop in and play some fun games on our Nintendo Switch 2!
Tue, Jul 28, 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, Jul 28, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Ellipse
Practice speaking English in a relaxed, comfortable place, and meet new friends as we learn by talking together.
Tue, Jul 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Banx Room
A Beginner Crochet Program
This event is full
Wed, Jul 29, All day
Main Library - Children's Ellipse,Fiction Area
On the first floor, check out our Disability Pride Display throughout the month with resources and giveaways.
In the Children's Center, visit the Ellipse for two displays to celebrate Disability Pride
Wed, Jul 29, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - YWCA Way
FREE healthcare visits
Wed, Jul 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn the steps to start a small business.
Wed, Jul 29, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
First come, first served
Wed, Jul 29, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Saxe Room
Join Playful Engineers for their exciting Chain Reaction Program that's perfect for families!
Wed, Jul 29, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Join us for weekly crafts in the Innovation center!
Wed, Jul 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tatnuck Magnet Branch
Come use iron-on patches to personalize your wardrobe!
Wed, Jul 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Learn basic tie dye techniques then make a piece of tie dye art.
Wed, Jul 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Teen Space
Join our DM to play a short campaign using D&D 5e mechanics.
Registration opens Thursday, July 23 2026 at 4:00pm
Wed, Jul 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Have you been interested in playing Dungeons and Dragons but don't know where to start with making a character? Drop in and create your own with help from a Dungeon Master.
Wed, Jul 29, 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 29, 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, Jul 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Teen Space
Teens, get ready for a night of friendly competition!
Wed, Jul 29, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Join us to create some fun summery foot soak recipes! We will be making a rose petal Epsom salt soak and a lavender Epsom salt soak.
Wed, Jul 29, 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, Jul 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Is your little one ready for a fun time with books? You’re invited to participate in stories, music, and movement.
Thu, Jul 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
First come, first served
Thu, Jul 30, 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 30, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Main Library - Saxe Room
For property owners and tenants address health and safety hazards in their homes
Thu, Jul 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Put on a face mask and relax, make your own sugar scrub, and take a lip balm or bath bomb to try at home!
Thu, Jul 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Learn about worms and make a worm farm to take home!
Fri, Jul 31, 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, Jul 31, 10:30am - 11:15am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Calling all tiny dancers!
Sat, Aug 01, 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, July 18 2026 at 9:00am
Sat, Aug 01, 9:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Banx Room
Join Lego Master Christine to help civilians survive NY from the villains! Rebuild a city to retrieve those captive during this STEM challenge.
Sat, Aug 01, 10:00am - 10:45am
Main Library - Saxe Room
Burn calories in this fun fitness class!
Registration opens Saturday, July 18 2026 at 10:00am
Sat, Aug 01, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Follow the Smurfs on an exciting mission in this family friendly movie! Rated PG.
Sat, Aug 01, 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, Aug 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Saxe Room
Get ready to take the first step towards a successful gardening journey with our Seed Starting Success class.
Mon, Aug 03, 9:30am - 10:30am
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn how to use the Foundation Directory Database.
Mon, Aug 03, 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, Aug 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Homeschool families meet monthly for fun projects!
Cancelled
Mon, Aug 03, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
First come, first served.
Mon, Aug 03, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Our programs get everyone involved through singing, movement, lyrics-on-the-spot, puppets and more!
Mon, Aug 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Time to make some music!
Tue, Aug 04, 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, Aug 04, 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, Aug 04, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Enjoy a storytime featuring a furry bunny friend and feathery duck friend presented by Land's Sake Farm!
Tue, Aug 04, 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, Aug 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
Join us for a conversation that’s sure to warm your heart, as we delve into the legacy of cooking icon Julia Child with Smithsonian curator and public historian Paula J. Johnson.
Tue, Aug 04, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Using tissue paper and contact paper, make a suncatcher to hang in your window.
Follow our examples or create your own art from the materials on offer.
Tue, Aug 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Learn the basics of crocheting and start making your own project!
Tue, Aug 04, 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, Aug 04, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Learn the basics of creating a beautiful mini bouquet to brighten up your room or give to a friend to brighten up their day!
Tue, Aug 04, 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.
Wed, Aug 05, 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, Aug 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - YWCA Way
FREE healthcare visits
Wed, Aug 05, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
First come, first served
Wed, Aug 05, 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, Aug 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Drop in and play video games on our Nintendo Switch.
Wed, Aug 05, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Join us for weekly crafts in the Innovation center!
Wed, Aug 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Join us for watermelon themed crafts and fresh watermelon as we celebrate this summer-time staple.
Wed, Aug 05, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Teen Space
Join our DM to play a short campaign using D&D 5e mechanics.
Registration opens Thursday, July 30 2026 at 4:00pm
Wed, Aug 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tatnuck Magnet Branch - Tatnuck Magnet Branch
Drop in for an afternoon of art! The only limit is your imagination!
Wed, Aug 05, 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, July 15 2026 at 5:30pm
Wed, Aug 05, 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, Aug 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Teen Space
Teens, get ready for a night of friendly competition!
Wed, Aug 05, 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, Aug 06, 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, Aug 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
First come, first served
Thu, Aug 06, 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, Aug 06, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - YWCA Way
Free Vision Exams on Care Express
Thu, Aug 06, 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!
Rescheduled
Thu, Aug 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
New date Friday, August 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Great Brook Valley Branch
Time to make some music!
Thu, Aug 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Teens can get crafty decorating a pencil case to take home with them while supplies last!
Thu, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Stop in and play some fun games on our Nintendo Switch 2!
Fri, Aug 07, 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, Aug 07, 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, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:15am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Calling all tiny dancers!
Fri, Aug 07, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Banx Room
Join Arrayscape Gaming for a Minecraft adventure program!
Fri, Aug 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Great Brook Valley Branch
Time to make some music!
Fri, Aug 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room,FPB Outdoor Space
Celebrate the last few weeks of summer break getting creative with tie-dye! While supplies last.
Fri, Aug 07, 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, Aug 08, 9:30am - 10:30am
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn how to use the Morningstar Investment Research Center database.
Sat, Aug 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Using sparkling gems and air-dry clay, make your own mystical, magical dragon egg to take home!
Sat, Aug 08, 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, Aug 08, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
We will take a look at our history with alcohol and how to enjoy responsibly.