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Sunday, September 1Closed
Melrose Public Library @ the Beebe
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Monday, September 2Closed
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Wednesday, September 43:30—4:30 PMMelrose City Hall - Cassidy Conference Room, 2nd Floor(Offsite Location) , Melrose, MA, 02176
Teen and Tween Advisory Group (ages 11-18)
Join Teen Services Librarian, Amanda, on the first Wednesday of the month to share your thoughts about teen and tween events, books, displays, and more at the Melrose Public Library Teen and Tween Advisory Group!Snacks will be served!Note: Please do not register using a Melrose Public Schools email address.…Learn MoreWednesday, September 47:00—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 nonfiction 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 More5
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Sunday, September 811:00 AM—2:00 PMLibraryMelrose Public Library @ the Beebe263 W. Foster Street, Melrose, MA, 02176
BOOK SALE! Friends's of the Melrose Public Library
Friends of the Melrose Public LibraryBOOK SALESunday, September 8, 202411am - 2pmBeebe School lawn- 263 West Foster Street, Melrose
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Monday, September 910:30—11:00 AMBeebe Playground Greenspace (behind fenced lot)Melrose Public Library @ the Beebe263 W. Foster Street, 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 More10
Tuesday, September 1010:30 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, September 1010:30—11:00 AMBeebe Playground Greenspace (behind fenced lot)Melrose Public Library @ the Beebe263 W. Foster Street, 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, September 103:00—4:00 PMMilano Center, 201 W. Foster Street(Offsite Location) , Melrose, MA, 02176
Grandparents Celebration
Please note: this program is hosted by the Milano Center in collaboration with Melrose Public LibrarySeptember is Grandparents Appreciation Month! We want to celebrate all the amazing grandparents in Melrose and the kiddos that made them what they are! Join us for a free celebration in collaboration with the Melrose Public Library, open to all generations.…Learn More
Tuesday, September 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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Wednesday, September 111:30—2:00 PMBeebe Playground Greenspace (behind fenced lot)Melrose Public Library @ the Beebe263 W. Foster Street, Melrose, MA, 02176
Bubbles and Books (ages 0-5)
Join the staff of the Children's Room for a 25 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, September 117:00—8:00 PMOnlineVIRTUAL , , , MA, 02176
VIRTUAL: Great American Unsung Heroes Who Changed the Course of History: Dr. Benjamin Rush
Register online!Learn about one of America's forgotten founding fathers -- Dr. Benjamin Rush. Rush was a renowned writer, reformer and medical pioneer who touched virtually every page in the story of our nation’s founding. He was Franklin’s protegee, the editor of Common Sense, and Washington’s Surgeon General.…Learn More12
Thursday, September 125:00—6:30 PMBeebe PlaygroundMelrose Public Library @ the Beebe263 W. Foster Street, Melrose, MA, 02176
Bad Art Night (ages 11-18)
Test your creativity by making the worst piece of art. Snacks and miscellaneous art supplies will be provided. Let your imagination go wild! Prizes will be awarded to the best worst art. Note: Please do not register using a Melrose Public Schools email address.…Learn More13
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Monday, September 1610:30—11:00 AMBeebe Playground Greenspace (behind fenced lot)Melrose Public Library @ the Beebe263 W. Foster Street, 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 More17
Tuesday, September 175:00—5:45 PMBeebe PlaygroundMelrose Public Library @ the Beebe263 W. Foster Street, Melrose, MA, 02176
Family Dance Party (ages 5-10)
Join the staff of the Children's Department for a night of music and dance. Families will have a chance to show off their moves and learn some new songs and dances while having some fun!This program is recommended for kids ages 5-10 and their family groups.…Learn More18
Wednesday, September 181:30—2:00 PMBeebe Playground Greenspace (behind fenced lot)Melrose Public Library @ the Beebe263 W. Foster Street, Melrose, MA, 02176
Bubbles and Books (ages 0-5)
Join the staff of the Children's Room for a 25 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, September 182:00—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 More
Wednesday, September 187:00—8:00 PMOnlineVIRTUAL , , , MA, 02176
VIRTUAL: America's Spies -- Why Do People Betray Their Country?
Register Online!Have you ever wondered about the mind of a spy? Retired Army Intelligence and CIA clandestine officer Tom Hofer will delve into the history of espionage in the US, from George Washington’s Culper spy ring to modern times. Explore the career of notable American spies like Benedict Arnold, and the atomic spies and modern U.…Learn More19
Thursday, September 1910:30—11:00 AMBeebe Playground Greenspace (behind fenced lot)Melrose Public Library @ the Beebe263 W. Foster Street, 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, September 197:00—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. Click HERE for the most up-to-date information on the meeting and book being discussed.…Learn More
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Tuesday, September 2410:30—11:00 AMBeebe Playground Greenspace (behind fenced lot)Melrose Public Library @ the Beebe263 W. Foster Street, 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, September 247:30—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.25
Wednesday, September 251:30—2:00 PMBeebe Playground Greenspace (behind fenced lot)Melrose Public Library @ the Beebe263 W. Foster Street, Melrose, MA, 02176
Bubbles and Books (ages 0-5)
Join the staff of the Children's Room for a 25 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 More26
Thursday, September 2610:30—11:00 AMBeebe Playground Greenspace (behind fenced lot)Melrose Public Library @ the Beebe263 W. Foster Street, 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, September 2610:30—11:30 AMOnlineVIRTUAL , , , MA, 02176
VIRTUAL: The Places of the Muses - A Brief History of Museums
Register Online!It would seem as though museums have always been around, but in truth, they’re a fairly recent phenomenon. Beginning with the early proto-museums of the Renaissance, this compact yet comprehensive discussion traces the development of public art institutions, from the “wonder rooms” of the Age of Exploration up through modern times -- including the discovery of the ancient world’s only known museum in 6th-century BC Mesopotamia.…Learn MoreThursday, September 267:00—8:30 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. Click HERE for the most up-to-date information on the meeting and book being discussed.…Learn More
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Friday, September 271:00—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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