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Plastic water bottle with stickers and drawing on it.

Whimsical Workshop: Summer Water Bottles

Ages 6-11
2026-06-02 15:30:00 2026-06-02 17:00:00 America/New_York Whimsical Workshop: Summer Water Bottles Personalize a plastic reusable water bottle with stickers and paint pens. Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch

Tuesday, June 02
3:30pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-06-02 15:30:00 2026-06-02 17:00:00 America/New_York Whimsical Workshop: Summer Water Bottles Personalize a plastic reusable water bottle with stickers and paint pens. Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch

Great Brook Valley Branch

Great Brook Valley Branch

Personalize a plastic reusable water bottle with stickers and paint pens.

Drop in on Tuesday afternoons between 3:30 and 5:00 p.m. to make a craftastic creation that you can take home! Follow our examples or create your own art from the materials on offer. Crafting helps kids develop fine motor skills, fosters creativity, and encourages critical thinking. Recommended for children ages 6-11. While supplies last.

AGE GROUP: | Tweens 8-12 | Children 5-7 |

EVENT TYPE: | Arts, Crafts & Making |

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Great Brook Valley Branch
Phone: 508-799-1729
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We're open 9:00AM to 5:30PM

Mon, Jun 22 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Tue, Jun 23 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Wed, Jun 24 9:00PM to 5:30PM
Thu, Jun 25 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Fri, Jun 26 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Jun 27 Closed
Sun, Jun 28 Closed
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About the branch

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

Upcoming Events

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Little Free Art Gallery: Kit Pass Out - All Ages
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
Toddler Time - Families with children ages 18 months-3 years.
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.
Drop-In with WPL's Social Services Specialist
Thu, Jun 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
First come, first served
Open Maker Hours
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.
Musical Minds: Keyboard Classes for Kids - Ages 5-8
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!
Musical Minds: Keyboard Classes for Kids - Ages 5-8
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
Teen Maker Club - Ages 12-18
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! 
Play-Doh Stamps - Ages 6-12
Thu, Jun 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Burncoat Branch - Burncoat Branch
Learn a new DIY skill!
Yoga for Tweens - Ages 8-12
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!.
Little Free Art Gallery: Kit Pass Out - All Ages
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
Test Tara
Fri, Jun 26, 9:00am - 10:00am
Main Library - Computer Lab
Test Tara
Office Hours with the New Americans Librarian
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.
Baby Bounce - Ages 0 to 18 months with an adult.
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.
Playful Steps Movement Time - Children 0-5 with an adult
Fri, Jun 26, 10:30am - 11:15am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Calling all tiny dancers!
Henna with Wicked Good Henna! - Open to all ages
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!
Summer Party - 3-18
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.
Bleach Painting - Ages 12-18
Fri, Jun 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Use bleach to paint a design on clothing!
DIY Candy Sushi - Ages 8-12
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!
Zumba - Ages 18 & up
Sat, Jun 27, 10:00am - 10:45am
Main Library - Banx Room
Burn calories in this fun fitness class!
This event is full
4-H Babysitter Training - Ages 11-13
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! 
Open Maker Hours
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.
Worcester History Deep-Dive: The Worcester Catacombs
Sat, Jun 27, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Saxe Room
Worcester History Deep-Dive: The Worcester Catacombs
This event is full
Festa Junina: Dançando Quadrilha - Para familias com crianças de até 12 anos
Sat, Jun 27, 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.
Little Free Art Gallery: Kit Pass Out - All Ages
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
Everyday English Class
Mon, Jun 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Learn English using real-life scenarios. No registration needed.
Stories and Songs - Ages 0-5
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.
Drop-In Hours with WPL's Social Services Specialist
Mon, Jun 29, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
First come, first served.
Learn to Sew Workshop: Clothes - Ages 12-18
Mon, Jun 29, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Learn to sew simple pieces of clothing using our Innovation Center sewing machines!
Clay Day - Ages 5-12
Mon, Jun 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Come make your own clay masterpiece!
Friends of the Worcester Public Library Book Sale - All Ages
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
Switch it Up - Ages 6-12
Mon, Jun 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
Little Free Art Gallery: Kit Pass Out - All Ages
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
Citizenship Class
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.
UMass Road to Care Van
Tue, Jun 30, 9:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - YWCA Way
FREE healthcare visits
Early Readers Class - Ages 0-4
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.
Family Storytime - Ages 0-5 with an adult
Tue, Jun 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Explore early literacy skills as we read, sing, and move!
Find an English Class with ESOL Navigator
Tue, Jun 30, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Main Library
One-on-one assistance finding the best local English class for you
Chess Club - Ages 8-12
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!
Office Hours with the New Americans Librarian
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.
Whimsical Workshop: Imagination Station - Ages 6-11
Tue, Jun 30, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Our supplies and your imagination are the only limits!
Dungeons and Dragons Party! - Ages 6-12
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!
English Conversation Circle
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.
New Adult Craft Night : DIY Birthday Cake Pinata - Ages 16-25
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!
In the Whale - Film Screening and Q&A - With Boston-based, award-winning filmmaker David Abel
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
Little Free Art Gallery: Kit Pass Out - All Ages
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
Everyday English Class
Wed, Jul 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Learn English using real-life scenarios. No registration needed.
UMass Road To Care Mobile Medical Clinic
Wed, Jul 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - YWCA Way
FREE healthcare visits
Drop-In with WPL's Social Services Specialist
Wed, Jul 01, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
First come, first served
Notary Public
Wed, Jul 01, 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.
DIY Crafts for Adults
Wed, Jul 01, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Join us for weekly crafts in the Innovation center!
Art and Science Craft Afternoons - Ages 6 to 10 years old with an adult
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!
Kite Decorating - Ages 5-11
Wed, Jul 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Let your imagination soar as you decorate a kite.
Iron-On Patches - Ages 12-18
Wed, Jul 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Come use iron-on patches to personalize your wardrobe!
D&D for Teens - Ages 12-18
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
Artventure - Ages 6-12
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!
Digitizing Family Photos, Slides, or Converting VHS Tapes
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.
This event is full
Collaborative Diamond Art Project - Ages 8-12
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!
Drop-In Switch Gaming - Ages 12-18
Wed, Jul 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Teen Space
Teens, get ready for a night of friendly competition!
Snacks and Suspects: True Crime Book Club - Carrie Carolyn Coco by Sarah Gerard
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.
Little Free Art Gallery: Kit Pass Out - All Ages
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
Drop-In with WPL's Social Services Specialist
Thu, Jul 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
First come, first served
Toddler Time - Families with children ages 18 months-3 years
Thu, Jul 02, 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.
Open Maker Hours
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.
Camp Half Blood - Ages 8-12
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!
Little Free Art Gallery: Kit Pass Out - All Ages
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
Introduction to Finding Grants for Nonprofits
Mon, Jul 06, 9:30am - 10:30am
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn how to use the Foundation Directory Database.
Everyday English Class
Mon, Jul 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Learn English using real-life scenarios. No registration needed.
Stories and Songs - Ages 0-5
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.
Happy Homeschoolers: Summer Sweets Bonanza - Families with children ages 5-11.
Mon, Jul 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Homeschool families meet monthly for fun projects!
Drop-In Hours with WPL's Social Services Specialist
Mon, Jul 06, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
First come, first served.
Hot Dog! - Ages 6-12
Mon, Jul 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Hot diggity dog!
Bollywood Dance Workshop - Families with children ages 7-11
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.
Little Free Art Gallery: Kit Pass Out - All Ages
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
Citizenship Class
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.
UMass Road to Care Van
Tue, Jul 07, 9:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - YWCA Way
FREE healthcare visits
Early Readers Class - Ages 0-4
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.
Family Storytime - Ages 0-5 with an adult
Tue, Jul 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Explore early literacy skills as we read, sing, and move!
Chess Club - Ages 8-12
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!
Office Hours with the New Americans Librarian
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.
Whimsical Workshop: Inspired by Marc Chagall - Ages 6-11
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.
Camp Crafts - Ages 5-12
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.
English Conversation Circle
Tue, Jul 07, 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.
New Adult Craft Night:Spooky Themed Felt Tapestries - Ages 16-25
Tue, Jul 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Celebrate Summerween by making spooky felt wall hanging tapestries!
Game Night
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.
Intro to SQL
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.
Little Free Art Gallery: Kit Pass Out - All Ages
Wed, Jul 08, All day
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Welcome Area
Drop in to get your Little Art Kit for our Little Free Art Gallery
Everyday English Class
Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Learn English using real-life scenarios. No registration needed.
WPL @ Out to Lunch
Wed, Jul 08, 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!
UMass Road To Care Mobile Medical Clinic
Wed, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - YWCA Way
FREE healthcare visits
Drop-In with WPL's Social Services Specialist
Wed, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
First come, first served
Level Up: Switch Gaming - Ages 6-11
Wed, Jul 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Drop in and play video games on our Nintendo Switch.
DIY Crafts for Adults
Wed, Jul 08, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Join us for weekly crafts in the Innovation center!
Free Immigration Legal Help Clinic
Wed, Jul 08, 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.
I Love the 80s - Ages 5-12.
Wed, Jul 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Join us for 80s themed crafts and activities!
Teen Volunteers - Ages 12-18
Wed, Jul 08, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Banx Room
Come learn about the library as a teen volunteer!
Rescheduled
Hot Dog! - Ages 6-12
Wed, Jul 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
New date Friday, July 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Great Brook Valley Branch
Hot diggity dog!
Artventure - Ages 6-12
Wed, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tatnuck Magnet Branch - Tatnuck Magnet Branch
Drop in for an afternoon of art! The only limit is your imagination!
Digitizing Family Photos, Slides, or Converting VHS Tapes
Wed, Jul 08, 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
D&D Club: Session A - Ages 6-12
Wed, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Let's get rolling! All players are welcome to experience the fun of roleplay and collaborative storytelling during a monthly Dungeons and Dragons game.
Teen Movie Night - Ages 12-18
Wed, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Teen Space
Teens are invited to a night at the movies at the library! Come hang out in the Teen Space to watch Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (snacks will be provided).
Sandhya's Kitchen
Wed, Jul 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Saxe Room
Learn about Indian cuisine with chef Sandhya!
Little Free Art Gallery: Kit Pass Out - All Ages
Thu, Jul 09, All day
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Welcome Area
Drop in to get your Little Art Kit for our Little Free Art Gallery
Drop-In with WPL's Social Services Specialist
Thu, Jul 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
First come, first served
Toddler Time - Families with children ages 18 months-3 years
Thu, Jul 09, 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.
Open Maker Hours
Thu, Jul 09, 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.
Senior Connection Care Express Bus
Thu, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - YWCA Way
Free Vision Exams on Care Express
Teen Maker Club - Ages 12-18
Thu, Jul 09, 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! 
Gameplay Thursdays - Happy Little Dinosaurs - Ages 12-18
Thu, Jul 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Assemble your team. Betray your friends. Dodge disasters. Will you be the one to survive?
Hot Dog! - Ages 6-12
Thu, Jul 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tatnuck Magnet Branch - Tatnuck Magnet Branch
Hot diggity dog!
Let’s Float a Boat: Summer Sculpture Workshop Series - Ages 8-12
Thu, Jul 09, 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.
Teen Take & Make Craft Kits - Ages 12-18
Fri, Jul 10, All day
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Welcome Area
Teens, are you looking for something to do? Drop by the Circulation Desk at the Frances Perkins branch to pick up a take & make craft kit to bring home (while supplies last)!
Little Free Art Gallery: Kit Pass Out - All Ages
Fri, Jul 10, All day
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Youth Area
Drop in to get your Little Art Kit for our Little Free Art Gallery
Office Hours with the New Americans Librarian
Fri, Jul 10, 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.
Baby Bounce - Ages 0 to 18 months with an adult.
Fri, Jul 10, 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.
Playful Steps Movement Time - Children 0-5 with an adult
Fri, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:15am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Calling all tiny dancers!
Computer & Internet for Beginners
Fri, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn the basics of using a computer. No registration required.
Minecraft: Greek Mythology - 12-18
Fri, Jul 10, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Banx Room
Join Arrayscape Gaming for a Minecraft adventure program!
Kawaii Crafts: Paper Squishies - Ages 6-12
Fri, Jul 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Make a cute paper squishy during this relaxing craft.
Hot Dog! - Ages 6-12
Fri, Jul 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Great Brook Valley Branch
Hot diggity dog!
Personal Investing Using Morningstar
Sat, Jul 11, 9:30am - 10:30am
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn how to use the Morningstar Investment Research Center database.
Zumba - Ages 18 & up
Sat, Jul 11, 10:00am - 10:45am
Main Library - Banx Room
Burn calories in this fun fitness class!
Registration opens Saturday, June 27 2026 at 10:00am
Dig Down Deep: A Cave Adventure, with CactusHead Puppets - Ages 5 to 10 years old with an adult.
Sat, Jul 11, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Main Library - Children's Ellipse
With big and small puppets, a cool cave set piece, shadow puppet bats, real science facts, and a dash of humor, CactusHead Puppets weaves a fun tale full of imagination.
We All Scream for Ice Cream! - Ages 8-12
Sat, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Banx Room
Visit our ice cream sundae bar to make a delicious treat, then engage in friendly conversation with other tweens! Dairy-free options and nut-free toppings will be available at the sundae bar.
Open Maker Hours
Sat, Jul 11, 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.
Little Free Art Gallery: Kit Pass Out - All Ages
Mon, Jul 13, All day
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Welcome Area
Drop in to get your Little Art Kit for our Little Free Art Gallery
Office Hours with the Business Resources Librarian
Mon, Jul 13, 9:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn about research resources at the library.
Everyday English Class
Mon, Jul 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Learn English using real-life scenarios. No registration needed.
Stories and Songs - Ages 0-5
Mon, Jul 13, 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.
Drop-In Hours with WPL's Social Services Specialist
Mon, Jul 13, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
First come, first served.
Learn to Sew Workshop: Clothes - Ages 12-18
Mon, Jul 13, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Learn to sew simple pieces of clothing using our Innovation Center sewing machines!
Revolutionary War Reenactor Thomas Quirk - Ages 5-11
Mon, Jul 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Celebrate America's 250th with Revolutionary War Reenactor Thomas Quirk.
Switch it Up - Ages 6-12
Mon, Jul 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
Bollywood Dance Workshop - Families with children ages 7-11
Mon, Jul 13, 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.
Citizenship Class
Tue, Jul 14, 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.
UMass Road to Care Van
Tue, Jul 14, 9:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - YWCA Way
FREE healthcare visits
Early Readers Class - Ages 0-4
Tue, Jul 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Let's focus on learning sounds to build early literacy using the SOUNS method.
Family Storytime - Ages 0-5 with an adult
Tue, Jul 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Explore early literacy skills as we read, sing, and move!
Chess Club - Ages 8-12
Tue, Jul 14, 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!
Office Hours with the New Americans Librarian
Tue, Jul 14, 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.
Rescheduled
Money Matters: How to Spot a Scam
Tue, Jul 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
New date Tuesday, October 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library
Learn tips on how to protect yourself from the latest scams from the experts at the Better Business Bureau.
Read to a Dog - Ages 5-11
Tue, Jul 14, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Come read to a therapy dog in training.
Whimsical Workshop: Sand Bottle Art - Ages 6-11
Tue, Jul 14, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Fill a bottle with sand in different colors to make a summery decoration to take home. Follow our examples or create your own art from the materials on offer.
Crochet Club - Ages 6-12
Tue, Jul 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Learn the basics of crocheting and start making your own project!
English Conversation Circle
Tue, Jul 14, 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.
Craftastic Cricut Creations - Solar Mason Jars
Tue, Jul 14, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Create a beautiful, glowing solar lantern for your yard, porch or deck.
This event is full
Intro to SQL
Tue, Jul 14, 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.
Literary Monsters: Shadow, Sound, Spectacle - Registration is required as space is limited
Tue, Jul 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Saxe Room
Part concert. Part puppet show. Part ghost story. All Spectacle! All are welcome. Recommended for adults and teens. Doors open at 6:30.
Everyday English Class
Wed, Jul 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Learn English using real-life scenarios. No registration needed.
Arabic Storytime - Ages 3-7 and their families.
Wed, Jul 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Program Room
وقت القصة بالعربية انضموا إلينا في جلسة ممتعة لتعلم اللغة العربية من خلال القصص والأغاني والتفاعل! الفئة العمرية: من 0 إلى 6 سنوات أنشطة تشمل: قراءة قصص، أغاني، وتعلم كلمات عربية بسيطة
America the Beautiful in Song with David Polansky copy
Wed, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Worcester Senior Center
Musician David Polansky will perform his program "America The Beautiful in Song".
UMass Road To Care Mobile Medical Clinic
Wed, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - YWCA Way
FREE healthcare visits
Drop-In with WPL's Social Services Specialist
Wed, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
First come, first served
TBL Movie Matinee - Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale
Wed, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Banx Room
Join us for a monthly audio-described* movie matinee!
DIY Crafts for Adults
Wed, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Join us for weekly crafts in the Innovation center!
Taste Test: Summer Fruits - Ages 12-18
Wed, Jul 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tatnuck Magnet Branch
Come taste test summer fruits!
Art and Science Craft Afternoons - Ages 6 to 10 years old with an adult
Wed, Jul 15, 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!
Boba Slime Making - Ages 5-11
Wed, Jul 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Make a boba themed slime to take home
D&D for Teens - Ages 12-18
Wed, Jul 15, 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 9 2026 at 4:00pm
Artventure - Ages 6-12
Wed, Jul 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tatnuck Magnet Branch - Tatnuck Magnet Branch
Drop in for an afternoon of art! The only limit is your imagination!
Digitizing Family Photos, Slides, or Converting VHS Tapes
Wed, Jul 15, 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
Hora das Histórias em Português - Portuguese Storytime - Para crianças de até 5 anos - Ages 0-5
Wed, Jul 15, 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.
Drop-In Switch Gaming - Ages 12-18
Wed, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Teen Space
Teens, get ready for a night of friendly competition!
Teen Take & Make Craft Kits - Ages 12-18
Thu, Jul 16, 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)!
Toddler Time - Families with children ages 18 months-3 years.
Thu, Jul 16, 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.
Drop-In with WPL's Social Services Specialist
Thu, Jul 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
First come, first served
Open Maker Hours
Thu, Jul 16, 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.
Learn to Play D&D: Player Characters - Ages 6-12
Thu, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Join us as experienced Dungeon Masters teach the basics of how to participate in a D&D game as a player character!
Teen Maker Club - Ages 12-18
Thu, Jul 16, 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! 
Tween TV Trivia Show! - Ages 8-12
Thu, Jul 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Team up to conquer the trivia board...and screen! Our interactive game merges tabletop play with digital media and feels like a TV show. Bring your friends for fun facts and friendly competition.
Wildlife on Wheels - Ages 6-12
Thu, Jul 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tatnuck Magnet Branch - Tatnuck Magnet Branch
Meet some wild new friends!
Baby Bounce - Ages 0 to 18 months with an adult.
Fri, Jul 17, 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.
Playful Steps Movement Time - Children 0-5 with an adult
Fri, Jul 17, 10:30am - 11:15am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Calling all tiny dancers!
Summer Movie Matinee: Jaws
Fri, Jul 17, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
Who says Halloween only comes once a year? Celebrate Summerween at the library with monster shark mayhem in the classic film "Jaws."
Teen Take & Make Craft Kits - Ages 12-18
Sat, Jul 18, 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)!
Sewing Machine Instruction for Adults - Brother Sewing Machine Basics
Sat, Jul 18, 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 4 2026 at 9:00am
Zumba - Ages 18 & up
Sat, Jul 18, 10:00am - 10:45am
Main Library - Banx Room
Burn calories in this fun fitness class!
Registration opens Saturday, July 4 2026 at 10:00am
Music at the Blissful: Kid's Concert - Ages 0-7
Sat, Jul 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Children's Ellipse
Evan is Music at the Blissful, a multi-award winning, national touring children's musician. His music has been described as "the sound of Mr. Rogers sharing a burrito with Koo Koo Kanga Roo."
Open Maker Hours
Sat, Jul 18, 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.
Food and Mood - Nutrition Classes with Judy Palken, Registered Dietitian
Sat, Jul 18, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
Join us to learn more about the effect of your food choices on your mood.   
Ukulele Sing-A-Long - For Adults
Sat, Jul 18, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Banx Room
Celebrate the summer season with some music! Beth will provide ukulele accompaniment for a selection of familiar folk, pop, and Americana
Aromatherapy 101 - with Kim Larkin
Sat, Jul 18, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Saxe Room
This presentation, led by Kim Larkin of Klassic Kreations, highlights the history and health benefits of essential oils and healing botanicals including a fun interactive trivia quiz.
D&D Club: Session B - Ages 6-12
Sat, Jul 18, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Let's get rolling! All players are welcome to experience the fun of roleplay and collaborative storytelling during a monthly Dungeons and Dragons game.
Stories and Songs - Ages 0-5
Mon, Jul 20, 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.
Drop-In Hours with WPL's Social Services Specialist
Mon, Jul 20, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
First come, first served.
Teen Volunteers - Ages 12-18
Mon, Jul 20, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Teen Space
Come learn about the library as a teen volunteer!
Dungeons and Dragons Club - Ages 8-11
Mon, Jul 20, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Come roll the dice and play!
Wildlife on Wheels - Ages 6-12
Mon, Jul 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Meet some wild new friends!
Bollywood Dance Workshop - Families with children ages 7-11
Mon, Jul 20, 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.
Science Fiction Book Club - Scorpion by Christian Cantrell - Virtual
Tue, Jul 21, 1:00am - 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.
UMass Road to Care Van
Tue, Jul 21, 9:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - YWCA Way
FREE healthcare visits
Early Readers Class - Ages 0-4
Tue, Jul 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Let's focus on learning sounds to build early literacy using the SOUNS method.
Family Storytime - Ages 0-5 with an adult
Tue, Jul 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Explore early literacy skills as we read, sing, and move!
Chess Club - Ages 8-12
Tue, Jul 21, 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!
Office Hours with the New Americans Librarian
Tue, Jul 21, 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.
Whimsical Workshop: Bubble Wrap Painting - Ages 6-11
Tue, Jul 21, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Using bubble wrap and paint, create unique prints to take home. Follow our examples or create your own art from the materials on offer.
Video Game Rivals - Ages 6-12
Tue, Jul 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Choose a side! Join us in celebrating some of our favorite video game rivalries with crafts and snacks. Don't forget to wear your themed gear and vote for your favorite side!
English Conversation Circle
Tue, Jul 21, 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.
Taste Test: Summer Fruits - Ages 12-18
Tue, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Come taste test summer fruits!
Intro to Robotics
Tue, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
Have fun learning how to control a small robot from BirdBrain Technologies using the Python programming language. Some programming experience recommended.
Monsters and Mocktails: Frankenstein (1931) - Ages 18 & older
Tue, Jul 21, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Banx Room
Who says Halloween only comes once a year? Celebrate Summerween at the library with a ghoulish mocktail and monster movie!
WPL @ Out to Lunch
Wed, Jul 22, 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!
UMass Road To Care Mobile Medical Clinic
Wed, Jul 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - YWCA Way
FREE healthcare visits
Drop-In with WPL's Social Services Specialist
Wed, Jul 22, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
First come, first served
Minecraft: Dinosaur Safari - Ages 6-12
Wed, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Join Arrayscape Gaming for a dinosaur safari! Explore and find dinosaur fossils, watch dinosaurs in their natural habitats, and then build your own to give your dinosaur friends a place to live!
DIY Crafts for Adults
Wed, Jul 22, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Join us for weekly crafts in the Innovation center!
D&D for Teens - Ages 12-18
Wed, Jul 22, 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 16 2026 at 4:00pm
Artventure - Ages 6-12
Wed, Jul 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tatnuck Magnet Branch - Tatnuck Magnet Branch
Drop in for an afternoon of art! The only limit is your imagination!
Digitizing Family Photos, Slides, or Converting VHS Tapes
Wed, Jul 22, 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 1 2026 at 5:30pm
Drop-In Switch Gaming - Ages 12-18
Wed, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Teen Space
Teens, get ready for a night of friendly competition!
Open Maker Hours
Wed, Jul 22, 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.
Family Pizza Night - Families with children ages 0-17.
Wed, Jul 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Saxe Room
You are the guests at our monthly family dinner and advisory group.
Toddler Time - Families with children ages 18 months-3 years.
Thu, Jul 23, 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.
Drop-In with WPL's Social Services Specialist
Thu, Jul 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
First come, first served
Open Maker Hours
Thu, Jul 23, 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.
Musical Minds: Keyboard Classes for Kids - Ages 5-8
Thu, Jul 23, 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
Musical Minds: Keyboard Classes for Kids - Ages 5-8
Thu, Jul 23, 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
Teen Maker Club - Ages 12-18
Thu, Jul 23, 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! 
Summerween Scrape Paintings - Ages 12-18
Thu, Jul 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Create a colorful painting to celebrate Halloween in the summer with a fun scrape painted background. While supplies last.
Be the Master: Dungeon Master Bootcamp - Ages 6-12
Thu, Jul 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
For those who have joined the Learn to Play D&D: How to be a Dungeon Master program, here's a chance to put those skills to practice!
This event is full
Little Art Gallery Opening - All Ages
Thu, Jul 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Adult Area,FPB Welcome Area
The day is finally here! Come see the finest art created by you and your fellow Frances Perkins patrons.
Office Hours with the New Americans Librarian
Fri, Jul 24, 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.
Baby Bounce - Ages 0 to 18 months with an adult.
Fri, Jul 24, 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.
Playful Steps Movement Time - Children 0-5 with an adult
Fri, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:15am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Calling all tiny dancers!
Summerween Scrape Paintings - Ages 12-18
Fri, Jul 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Create a colorful painting to celebrate Halloween in the summer with a fun scrape painted background. While supplies last.
Robotics Club for Tweens - Ages 8-12
Fri, Jul 24, 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.
Zumba - Ages 18 & up
Sat, Jul 25, 10:00am - 10:45am
Main Library - Banx Room
Burn calories in this fun fitness class!
Registration opens Saturday, July 11 2026 at 10:00am
Vamos Fazer Brigadeiro - Para familias com crianças de até 12 anos
Sat, Jul 25, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Vamos fazer e comer brigadeiro! Este é um programa bilíngue em português e inglês. Let's make and eat brigadeiro! This is a bilingual program in both Portuguese and English.
Open Maker Hours
Sat, Jul 25, 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.
Worcester History Deep-Dive: The Loyalists of Worcester
Sat, Jul 25, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Saxe Room
Worcester History Deep-Dive: The Loyalists of Worcester
Registration opens Saturday, June 27 2026 at 9:00am
Rainbow Family Fun - Families with Children 12 and Under
Sat, Jul 25, 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!
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