The Central Library and West Branch locations will be closed on Monday, January 19, in recognition of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The East Branch will be open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Regular hours will resume on Tuesday, January 20.

Hours of Operation

Central Library ( Open )

Monday - Thursday9:00 AM — 9:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM — 6:00 PM
Saturday9:00 AM — 5:00 PM
Sunday1:00 PM — 5:00 PM

East Branch ( Open )

Monday9:00 AM — 9:00 PM
Tuesday - Wednesday9:00 AM — 6:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM — 9:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM — 6:00 PM
Saturday9:00 AM — 1:00 PM
SundayClosed

West Branch ( Open )

Monday9:00 AM — 9:00 PM
Tuesday9:00 AM — 6:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM — 9:00 PM
Thursday - Friday9:00 AM — 6:00 PM
Saturday9:00 AM — 1:00 PM
SundayClosed

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  • Transcript: scratch and sip for adults.
    Thursday, January 15

    Scratch and Sip (for Adults)

    Take an evening to chill out with your friends at the SPL and enjoy some scratch art!
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  • Chill Craft Night for Teens
    Thursday, January 15

    Chill Craft Night for Teens

    Teens and tweens in grades 7-12 are invited to join us for a chill craft night in the teen room. There will be a variety of craft supplies to choose from, plus warm drinks, soft music, and good company!
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  • Cookie decorating for adults and teens. Somerville Public Library
    Saturday, January 17

    Cookie Decorating for Adults and Teens

    Join us to decorate some delicious cookies with frosting, sprinkles and more! 
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  • Listening to Classica Music with Professional Violinist Joshua Peckins. Somerville Public Library.
    Sunday, January 18

    Listening to Classical Music with Professional Violinist Joshua Peckins

    Join violinist Joshua Peckins for a communal experience of listening to Classical Music, ranging from ancient music to present day!
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  • Transcript: Thrive in motion. a dance and wellness series.
    Wednesdays, January 21 & 28

    Thrive in Motion: Dance and Wellness Series

    This series blends energizing dance fitness with conversations about stress relief, wellness, and resilience in a welcoming environment.
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  • Mindful Movement Yoga for Kids at West. Somerville Public Library
    Wednesday, January 21

    Mindful Movement: Kids Yoga at West

    Join local yoga teacher Rachel Estes for mindful movement and fun!
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  • Declutter Your Year. How to get and stay organized in 2026. Somerville Public Library.
    Thursday, January 22

    Declutter Your Year: How to Get (and Stay) Organized in 2026

    Stop procrastinating and get a fresh start for the new year!
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  • Craft Night at the East Branch for Ages 9 - 99. 3-D Paper Snowflakes. Somerville Public Library
    Thursday, January 22

    Craft Night at East, for ages 9-99: 3-D PAPER SNOWFLAKES

    We’ll create our own wintry wonderland (without the cold!) as we craft 2 styles of 3-D paper snowflakes!
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  • Lego Derby. Somerville Public Library
    Saturday, January 24

    Lego Derby

    Kids are invited to build and race LEGO vehicles to see which goes the fastest, which goes the farthest, and which has the most unique design.
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  • Creating a Modern Homestead with homesteader and blogger, Victoria Pruett
    Monday, January 26

    Creating a Modern Homestead with Homesteader and Blogger, Victoria Pruett

    We’re excited to be chatting with modern day homesteader, blogger, and author Victoria Pruett about her book Creating a Modern Homestead: Traditional Skills for Real, Everyday Life!
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