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Monday, January 1Closed
Melrose Public Library @ the Beebe
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Wednesday, January 32:30—3:30 PMMelrose City Hall - Cassidy Conference Room, 2nd Floor(Offsite Location) , Melrose, MA, 02176
Teen and Tween Advisory Group (ages 11-18)
Do you enjoy using the library? Would you like to have a say in what events the library hosts for teens? Have you been dying to recommend some books for the collection? Are you looking for volunteer hours? If you answered yes to any or all of these, then the Melrose Public Library Teen and Tween Advisory Group may be the place for you!Note: Please do not register using a Melrose Public Schools email address.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 37:00—8:45 PMMilano Center, 201 W. Foster Street(Offsite Location) , Melrose, MA, 02176
History Book Group (Adults)
Join a lively discussion group focused on history! Members are asked to read a book or article on the monthly topic and be prepared to tell the group about it, or just listen and learn. New members are welcome to join and experience history from many points of view on one topic.…Learn More4
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Sunday, January 7Closed
Melrose Public Library @ the Beebe
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Tuesday, January 910:30 AM—12:00 PMMilano Center, 201 W. Foster Street(Offsite Location) , Melrose, MA, 02176
Tuesday AM Book Group (Adults)
The Tuesday Morning Book Group meets the second Tuesday of each month in-person at 10:30 AM. Book selections range in genres but the discussion is always lively!The Milano Center has generously offered us a room for our meeting while the main library is under renovation.…Learn MoreTuesday, January 910:30—11:00 AMFirst Congregational Church 121 W Foster St, ROOM 1(Offsite Location) , Melrose, MA, 02176
Baby Steps (0-18 months)
Join Ms. Mary Claire for a 20 minute nursery rhyme program for babies and caregivers that focuses on early literacy skills through rhymes, songs, and movements. Recommended for non-walkers, ages 0-18 months. Socialize and play together after the program.…Learn More10
Wednesday, January 101:30—2:00 PMFirst Congregational Church 121 W Foster St ROOM 7(Offsite Location) , Melrose, MA, 02176
Bubbles and Books (ages 0-5)
Join Ms. Renée for a 30 minute story time program of songs and stories to suit all ages. Kids and their caregivers will meet new friends, learn new songs, and discover new books. Recommended for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers with their caregivers.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 107:30—9:00 PMTemple Beth Shalom(Offsite Location) , Melrose, MA, 02176
Board of Library Trustees Meeting
Board of Library Trustees Meeting
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Thursday, January 1110:30—11:00 AMFirst Congregational Church 121 W Foster St ROOM 7(Offsite Location) , Melrose, MA, 02176
Toddler/Preschool Story Time (ages 1.5-4)
Join Ms. Ginny for a 30 minute story time program for little ones and their caregivers. This program will feature songs and movements that will get little ones wiggling, bouncing, and grooving to the beat. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers with their caregivers.…Learn MoreThursday, January 113:00—3:45 PMMilano Center, 201 W. Foster Street(Offsite Location) , Melrose, MA, 02176
CANCELED - Just the Facts (grades K-1)
Today's meeting has been cancelled. Does your young student love to learn new things? Join a nonfiction topic-based book group for kids in kindergarten through 1st grade with the Melrose Public Library Children's Room. Come enjoy some new found facts and bring some of your own to share.…Learn More12
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Sunday, January 14Closed
Melrose Public Library @ the Beebe
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Monday, January 15Closed
Melrose Public Library @ the Beebe
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Tuesday, January 1610:30—11:00 AMFirst Congregational Church 121 W Foster St, ROOM 1(Offsite Location) , Melrose, MA, 02176
Baby Steps (0-18 months)
Join Ms. Mary Claire for a 20 minute nursery rhyme program for babies and caregivers that focuses on early literacy skills through rhymes, songs, and movements. Recommended for non-walkers, ages 0-18 months. Socialize and play together after the program.…Learn MoreTuesday, January 165:00—9:00 PMLibraryMelrose Public Library @ the Beebe263 W. Foster Street, Melrose, MA, 02176
LIBRARY CLOSING AT 5PM
The Library will be closing at 5pm today due to inclement weather.
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Wednesday, January 171:30—2:00 PMFirst Congregational Church 121 W Foster St ROOM 7(Offsite Location) , Melrose, MA, 02176
Bubbles and Books (ages 0-5)
Join Ms. Renée for a 30 minute story time program of songs and stories to suit all ages. Kids and their caregivers will meet new friends, learn new songs, and discover new books. Recommended for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers with their caregivers.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 172:00—3:30 PMMilano Center, 201 W. Foster Street(Offsite Location) , Melrose, MA, 02176
Significant Short Fiction Discussion Group (Adults)
This group currently meets on the third Wednesday of every month to discuss short stories. The Milano Center has generously offered us a room for our meeting while the main library is under renovation. Please check in at the front door. Click HERE for the most up-to-date information on the meeting and stories being discussed.…Learn More18
Thursday, January 1810:30—11:00 AMFirst Congregational Church 121 W Foster St ROOM 7(Offsite Location) , Melrose, MA, 02176
Toddler/Preschool Story Time (ages 1.5-4)
Join Ms. Ginny for a 30 minute story time program for little ones and their caregivers. This program will feature songs and movements that will get little ones wiggling, bouncing, and grooving to the beat. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers with their caregivers.…Learn MoreThursday, January 183:00—3:45 PMMilano Center, 201 W. Foster Street(Offsite Location) , Melrose, MA, 02176
Book Worms (grades 2-3)
Calling all kids in second and third grade who are looking for a group of friends to talk about books and reading! Join a book group with the Melrose Public Library Children's Room that explores all different types of books. Kids will all check out the same book (announced the month before the program), then gather to discuss, read, and explore the book further.…Learn MoreThursday, January 187:00—8:30 PMMilano Center, 201 W. Foster Street(Offsite Location) , Melrose, MA, 02176
MPL Book Group (Adults) in person at the Milano Center
The Melrose Public Library Book Group meets on the third Thursday of the month September through June and is moderated by our Assistant Director, Diane Wall. January Meeting:Join us for a discussion of The Rules of Civility by Amor Towles. Physical copies of the book are available for pick up at the Melrose Public Library.…Learn More19
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Tuesday, January 2310:30—11:00 AMFirst Congregational Church 121 W Foster St, ROOM 1(Offsite Location) , Melrose, MA, 02176
Baby Steps (0-18 months)
Join Ms. Mary Claire for a 20 minute nursery rhyme program for babies and caregivers that focuses on early literacy skills through rhymes, songs, and movements. Recommended for non-walkers, ages 0-18 months. Socialize and play together after the program.…Learn More24
Wednesday, January 241:00—2:00 PMOnlineVIRTUAL , , , MA, 02176
VIRTUAL Another Look Inside the Hammond Castle Museum
Register online!John Leysath, curator at Hammond Castle Museum will be digging deep into the life and inventions of the original owner, creator of the castle, and noted scientist John Hays Hammond Jr. Mr. Hammond was one of the most prolific inventors in U.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 241:30—2:00 PMFirst Congregational Church 121 W Foster St ROOM 7(Offsite Location) , Melrose, MA, 02176
Bubbles and Books (ages 0-5)
Join Ms. Renée for a 30 minute story time program of songs and stories to suit all ages. Kids and their caregivers will meet new friends, learn new songs, and discover new books. Recommended for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers with their caregivers.…Learn More25
Thursday, January 2510:30—11:00 AMFirst Congregational Church 121 W Foster St ROOM 7(Offsite Location) , Melrose, MA, 02176
Toddler/Preschool Story Time (ages 1.5-4)
Join Ms. Ginny for a 30 minute story time program for little ones and their caregivers. This program will feature songs and movements that will get little ones wiggling, bouncing, and grooving to the beat. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers with their caregivers.…Learn MoreThursday, January 253:00—3:45 PMMilano Center, 201 W. Foster Street(Offsite Location) , Melrose, MA, 02176
Stitches and Stories (grades 4-5)
Do you love arts, crafts, and books? If you are a 4th or 5th grader and those interest you, join a crafty book group with the Melrose Public Library Children's Room. Kids will all check out the same book (announced the month before the program), then gather to discuss it, learn a crafting skill, and work on an ongoing project - we'll start with cross stitch.…Learn MoreThursday, January 257:00—8:00 PMOnlineVIRTUAL , , , MA, 02176
VIRTUAL MPL Book Group (Adults via Zoom)
The Melrose Public Library Book Group meets on the fourth Thursday of the month September through June and is moderated by our Assistant Director, Diane Wall. January Meeting:Join us for a discussion of The Rules of Civility by Amor Towles. Physical copies of the book are available for pick up at the Melrose Public Library.…Learn More26
Friday, January 261:00—2:30 PMMilano Center, 201 W. Foster Street(Offsite Location) , Melrose, MA, 02176
R.S.B.C. Meeting (Milano Ctr)
R. S. B. C. MeetingThe Milano Center has generously offered us a room for our meeting while the main library is under renovation. Please check in at the front door.
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Tuesday, January 3010:30—11:00 AMFirst Congregational Church 121 W Foster St, ROOM 1(Offsite Location) , Melrose, MA, 02176
Baby Steps (0-18 months)
Join Ms. Mary Claire for a 20 minute nursery rhyme program for babies and caregivers that focuses on early literacy skills through rhymes, songs, and movements. Recommended for non-walkers, ages 0-18 months. Socialize and play together after the program.…Learn MoreTuesday, January 307:30—8:45 PMOnlineVIRTUAL , , , MA, 02176
VIRTUAL Tasty Books for Hungry Readers (Adults)
Tasty Books for Hungry Readers– Last Tuesday of the month, 7:30pmJoin friends old and new for a lively discussion of this month's title! Click HERE for the most up-to-date information on the meeting and book being discussed. Register below to reserve your seat.31
Wednesday, January 311:30—2:00 PMFirst Congregational Church 121 W Foster St ROOM 7(Offsite Location) , Melrose, MA, 02176
Bubbles and Books (ages 0-5)
Join Ms. Renée for a 30 minute story time program of songs and stories to suit all ages. Kids and their caregivers will meet new friends, learn new songs, and discover new books. Recommended for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers with their caregivers.…Learn More