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Tuesday, March 510:30—11:00 AMFirst Congregational Church 121 W Foster St, ROOM 1(Offsite Location) , Melrose, MA, 02176
Baby Steps (0-18 months)
Join the staff of the Children's Room 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 More6
Wednesday, March 61:30—2:00 PMFirst Congregational Church 121 W Foster St ROOM 7(Offsite Location) , Melrose, MA, 02176
Bubbles and Books (ages 0-5)
Join the staff of the Children's Room 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, March 67:00—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 More7
Thursday, March 710:30—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 the staff of the Children's Room 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 More8
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Tuesday, March 1210:30 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, March 1210:30—11:00 AMFirst Congregational Church 121 W Foster St, ROOM 1(Offsite Location) , Melrose, MA, 02176
Baby Steps (0-18 months)
Join the staff of the Children's Room 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, March 1211:00 AM—12:00 PMOnlineVIRTUAL , , , MA, 02176
VIRTUAL: Winter into Spring Yoga with Michelle
Please join Michelle Heron as she leads a 4-week online yoga series, where participants will explore the practice of yoga through the seasonal shift of winter into spring. From the comfort of one's own home, reawaken the body and mind with a gentle yoga flow, focused breathing, and longer held poses to shake off winter and move into the energy of spring.…Learn MoreTuesday, March 127:30—9:00 PMTemple Beth Shalom(Offsite Location) , Melrose, MA, 02176
POSTPONED - Board of Library Trustees Meeting
This meeting has been rescheduled for Tuesday, March 19th. Board of Library Trustees Meeting
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Wednesday, March 131:30—2:00 PMFirst Congregational Church 121 W Foster St ROOM 7(Offsite Location) , Melrose, MA, 02176
Bubbles and Books (ages 0-5)
Join the staff of the Children's Room 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, March 137:00—8:00 PMOnlineVIRTUAL , , , MA, 02176
VIRTUAL: Q&A with Author/Director/Screenwriter Stan Zimmerman on The Girls: From Golden to Gilmore
Please register for this event and you'll receive the link in the confirmation and reminder emails!This one is for all TV fans out there! We're thrilled to be a collaborator with the Ashland Public Library to welcome producer, director, screenwriter, and debut author, Stan Zimmerman, to virtually discuss his new book The Girls: From Golden to Gilmore.…Learn More14
Thursday, March 1410:30—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 the staff of the Children's Room 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, March 143:00—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 CANCELLEDDoes 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 More15
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Tuesday, March 1910:30—11:00 AMFirst Congregational Church 121 W Foster St, ROOM 1(Offsite Location) , Melrose, MA, 02176
Baby Steps (0-18 months)
Join the staff of the Children's Room 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, March 1911:00 AM—12:00 PMOnlineVIRTUAL , , , MA, 02176
VIRTUAL: Winter into Spring Yoga with Michelle
Please join Michelle Heron as she leads a 4-week online yoga series, where participants will explore the practice of yoga through the seasonal shift of winter into spring. From the comfort of one's own home, reawaken the body and mind with a gentle yoga flow, focused breathing, and longer held poses to shake off winter and move into the energy of spring.…Learn MoreTuesday, March 197:30—9:00 PMTemple Beth Shalom(Offsite Location) , Melrose, MA, 02176
Board of Library Trustees Meeting
Board of Library Trustees Meeting
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Wednesday, March 201:30—2:00 PMFirst Congregational Church 121 W Foster St ROOM 7(Offsite Location) , Melrose, MA, 02176
Bubbles and Books (ages 0-5)
Join the staff of the Children's Room 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, March 202:00—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 More21
Thursday, March 2110:30—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 the staff of the Children's Room 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, March 213:00—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, March 217:00—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. March Meeting:Join us for a discussion of The Pull of the Stars by Emma Donoghue.…Learn More22
Friday, March 221:00—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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Sunday, March 244:00—5:00 PMOnlineVIRTUAL , , , MA, 02176
VIRTUAL: Brendan Slocumb Discusses "Symphony of Secrets"
Please register online!From the celebrated author of The Violin Conspiracy, join us to learn more about Brendan Slocumb's newest book, Symphony of Secrets straight from the source!About the Book: A gripping page-turner about a professor who uncovers a shocking secret about the most famous American composer of all time—that his music was stolen from a young Black composer named Josephine Reed.…Learn More25
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Tuesday, March 2610:30—11:00 AMFirst Congregational Church 121 W Foster St, ROOM 1(Offsite Location) , Melrose, MA, 02176
Baby Steps (0-18 months)
Join the staff of the Children's Room 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, March 2611:00 AM—12:00 PMOnlineVIRTUAL , , , MA, 02176
VIRTUAL: Winter into Spring Yoga with Michelle
Please join Michelle Heron as she leads a 4-week online yoga series, where participants will explore the practice of yoga through the seasonal shift of winter into spring. From the comfort of one's own home, reawaken the body and mind with a gentle yoga flow, focused breathing, and longer held poses to shake off winter and move into the energy of spring.…Learn MoreTuesday, March 267:30—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.27
Wednesday, March 271:30—2:00 PMFirst Congregational Church 121 W Foster St ROOM 7(Offsite Location) , Melrose, MA, 02176
Bubbles and Books (ages 0-5)
Join the staff of the Children's Room 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, March 277:00—8:00 PMOnlineVIRTUAL , , , MA, 02176
VIRTUAL Fred Schoenfeld, Holocaust Survivor
In support of the Polymnia Choral Society and their performance of the Anne Frank choral arrangement, Annelies by James Whitbourn, the Melrose Public Library will be hosting a Holocaust survivor speaker. Alfred “Fred” Schoenfeld is a Holocaust Survivor who endured the Nazi regime as a young boy in Slovakia.…Learn More28
Thursday, March 2810:30—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 the staff of the Children's Room 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, March 283:00—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, March 287:00—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. March Meeting:Join us for a discussion of The Pull of the Stars by Emma Donoghue.…Learn More29
Friday, March 291:00—9:00 PMLibraryMelrose Public Library @ the Beebe263 W. Foster Street, Melrose, MA, 02176
LIBRARY CLOSING AT 1:00 PM
The Melrose Public Library will close at 1pm today.
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