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Monday, November 1All DayTeen Display CaseWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Alzheimer's Association in the Teen Display Case
Stop by anytime this month to see this display on brain health by the Alzheimer's Association.
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Tuesday, November 22:00—3:00 PMZoom
Beginner English Activities
Practice basic words and phrases. Learn library skills and how to use free online resources to study. Enjoy a supportive class. Contact Aaron for the Zoom link: adevine@minlib. net or 781-314-3442*Some lessons will be recorded and shared weekly on the Waltham Public Library YouTube channel.…Learn More
Tuesday, November 23:00—4:00 PMZoom
English Writing and Conversation
Improve communication skills in English through guided writing and conversation activities. Topics include art, music, and storytelling. Recommended for intermediate levels or higher, but all are welcome to participate as they can.
Mejore las habilidades de comunicación en inglés a través de actividades guiadas de escritura y conversación.…Learn More
Tuesday, November 27:00—7:30 PMZoom
Virtual Pajama Storytime
Jump in your jammies and get ready to read, sing, and dance with your favorite librarians on Zoom! This interactive storytime is great for kids of all ages.
To access the Zoom link, join WPL's Children's Room Activities group on Facebook or email us at WalthamLibKids@minlib.…Learn More
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Wednesday, November 310:30—11:00 AMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Toddler Time
Join Lisa and her puppet Kitty for books, rhymes, music, and dancing! This program is recommended for children ages 1-3 but all are welcome!
Wednesday, November 34:00—4:45 PMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Lego Club
Build with friends at the library! Get creative and become an engineer at our bimonthly Lego Club in WPL's MakerSpace! Best for ages 5+
Lego Club will occur on the first and third Wednesday of every month.
Wednesday, November 37:00—8:00 PMYoutube Channel
Zoom Pro
Writing Fiction with One City One Story Writer Chandreyee Lahiri
This year's Boston Book Festival One City One Story choice is 'Dumba Chora,' by Waltham resident Chandreyee Lahiri. We are thrilled to host Lahiri for an author talk during which time you can ask her about her story, her background, and writing in general.…Learn More4
Thursday, November 42:00—3:00 PMZoom
Beginner English Activities
Practice basic words and phrases. Learn library skills and how to use free online resources to study. Enjoy a supportive class. Contact Aaron for the Zoom link: adevine@minlib. net or 781-314-3442*Some lessons will be recorded and shared weekly on the Waltham Public Library YouTube channel.…Learn More
Thursday, November 43:00—4:00 PMZoom
English Writing and Conversation
Improve communication skills in English through guided writing and conversation activities. Topics include art, music, and storytelling. Recommended for intermediate levels or higher, but all are welcome to participate as they can.
Mejore las habilidades de comunicación en inglés a través de actividades guiadas de escritura y conversación.…Learn More
Thursday, November 47:00—8:00 PMLiteracy ClassroomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Introduction to the Literacy Classroom
(Lea en español a continuación)Visit our Literacy Classroom to find resources for learning English. Our Literacy Coordinator Aaron will be available to introduce visitors to the classroom space, as well as answer questions about English language learning options in Waltham.…Learn More
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Friday, November 510:00—11:30 AMRiverwalk, Charles River Walking PathCharles River Greenway/Moody Street Bridge, Waltham, MA, 02453
Walk and Talk: Conversation and Community ... on Foot!
(Lee en español abajo)Enjoy conversation and community with fellow English language learners from Waltham and Watertown. All levels and ages are welcome. We will walk along Charles River walking trails for 40-60 minutes and return to our starting point.…Learn More
Friday, November 510:00—10:30 AMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Baby Storytime
Join Seana for movement, songs, and stories for little ones. Best for little ones not yet walking.
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Saturday, November 610:00—10:00 AMZoom
Virtual Book Club Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston (Saturday Morning)
Come to our Virtual Book Club Meeting! Today, we'll be reading Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston. E-books and audiobooks are always available through the library's subscription to Hoopla. E-books and audiobooks are currently available without a wait through Overdrive/Libby.…Learn More
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Monday, November 81:00—3:00 PMZoom
Virtual Technology Help
During this virtual session, you can questions about computers, phones, tablets, & more.Monday, November 86:00—8:00 PMTeen RoomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Real Talk
Real Talk is a for-youth by-youth forum for discussing issues of importance to today’s teens, and is generously supported by a grant from the Library Initiative for Teens and Tweens.Monday, November 87:00—8:30 PMZoom
Virtual Book Club Tell Us What You're Reading!
Come to our Virtual Book Club Meeting! Tonight, come share titles that you're reading and gather some new suggestions for yourself!
Please e-mail Laura at lbernheim@minlib. net for more information.
https://waltham. lib. ma. us/book-clubs/
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.…Learn More
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Tuesday, November 92:00—3:00 PMZoom
Beginner English Activities
Practice basic words and phrases. Learn library skills and how to use free online resources to study. Enjoy a supportive class. Contact Aaron for the Zoom link: adevine@minlib. net or 781-314-3442*Some lessons will be recorded and shared weekly on the Waltham Public Library YouTube channel.…Learn More
Tuesday, November 93:00—4:00 PMZoom
English Writing and Conversation
Improve communication skills in English through guided writing and conversation activities. Topics include art, music, and storytelling. Recommended for intermediate levels or higher, but all are welcome to participate as they can.
Mejore las habilidades de comunicación en inglés a través de actividades guiadas de escritura y conversación.…Learn More
Tuesday, November 97:00—7:30 PMZoom
Virtual Pajama Storytime
Jump in your jammies and get ready to read, sing, and dance with your favorite librarians on Zoom! This interactive storytime is great for kids of all ages.
To access the Zoom link, join WPL's Children's Room Activities group on Facebook or email us at WalthamLibKids@minlib.…Learn More
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Wednesday, November 1010:30—11:00 AMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Toddler Time
Join Lisa and her puppet Kitty for books, rhymes, music, and dancing! This program is recommended for children ages 1-3 but all are welcome!
Wednesday, November 107:00—8:00 PMYoutube Channel
Zoom Pro
A Year of Black History: Black Veterans
African American soldiers have played a central role in United States history. Black veterans in particular have served on the frontlines of the struggle for freedom, civil rights and racial justice. In this talk, Brandeis University professor Chad Williams will explore the symbolic meanings of Black military service and how, from the American Revolution to the present, Black veterans have shaped African American history.…Learn More11
Thursday, November 11Closed
Waltham Public Library
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Friday, November 1210:00—11:30 AMRiverwalk, Charles River Walking PathCharles River Greenway/Moody Street Bridge, Waltham, MA, 02453
Walk and Talk: Conversation and Community ... on Foot!
(Lee en español abajo)Enjoy conversation and community with fellow English language learners from Waltham and Watertown. All levels and ages are welcome. We will walk along Charles River walking trails for 40-60 minutes and return to our starting point.…Learn More
Friday, November 1210:00—10:30 AMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Baby Storytime
Join Seana for movement, songs, and stories for little ones. Best for little ones not yet walking.
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Monday, November 157:00—8:00 PMZoom
Virtual Book Club Initiating Inspiration Create Dangerously by Edwidge Danticat
Come to our Initiating Inspiration Virtual Book Club Meeting! Tonight, we'll be reading Create Dangerously by Edwidge Danticat. Pick up a copy at the library! Pastor Thomas Saint Louise from the New Covenant Church will be here to help facilitate the discussion.…Learn More16
Tuesday, November 162:00—3:00 PMZoom
Beginner English Activities
Practice basic words and phrases. Learn library skills and how to use free online resources to study. Enjoy a supportive class. Contact Aaron for the Zoom link: adevine@minlib. net or 781-314-3442*Some lessons will be recorded and shared weekly on the Waltham Public Library YouTube channel.…Learn More
Tuesday, November 163:00—4:00 PMZoom
English Writing and Conversation
Improve communication skills in English through guided writing and conversation activities. Topics include art, music, and storytelling. Recommended for intermediate levels or higher, but all are welcome to participate as they can.
Mejore las habilidades de comunicación en inglés a través de actividades guiadas de escritura y conversación.…Learn More
Tuesday, November 167:00—7:30 PMZoom
Virtual Pajama Storytime
Jump in your jammies and get ready to read, sing, and dance with your favorite librarians on Zoom! This interactive storytime is great for kids of all ages.
To access the Zoom link, join WPL's Children's Room Activities group on Facebook or email us at WalthamLibKids@minlib.…Learn More
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Wednesday, November 1710:30—11:00 AMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Toddler Time
Join Lisa and her puppet Kitty for books, rhymes, music, and dancing! This program is recommended for children ages 1-3 but all are welcome!
Wednesday, November 174:00—4:45 PMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Lego Club
Build with friends at the library! Get creative and become an engineer at our bimonthly Lego Club in WPL's MakerSpace! Best for ages 5+
Lego Club will occur on the first and third Wednesday of every month.
Wednesday, November 177:00—8:00 PMZoom
Virtual Book Club Such a Fun Age by Kiley Reid (Wednesday Night)
Come to our Virtual Book Club Meeting! Tonight, we'll be reading Such a Fun Age by Kiley Reid. E-books and audiobooks are available without a wait from Overdrive/Libby. Copies of the book are also available at the library!Please e-mail Laura at lbernheim@minlib.…Learn More
Wednesday, November 177:00—8:00 PMYoutube Channel
Zoom Pro
These Are Extraordinary Times: A Comics Memoir Author Talk & Workshop
Over the last year and a half, Waltham-based cartoonist & memoirist Maria Photinakis documented in comic form how her young family lived with the tumultuous changes brought on by the pandemic. The second volume of her book collecting these comics, called 'Extraordinary Times,' came out in print in August 2021.…Learn More18
Thursday, November 1810:00 AM—2:00 PMTrustees RoomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
City of Waltham Human Resources Department
City of Waltham Human Resources Dept meetingThursday, November 182:00—3:00 PMZoom
Beginner English Activities
Practice basic words and phrases. Learn library skills and how to use free online resources to study. Enjoy a supportive class. Contact Aaron for the Zoom link: adevine@minlib. net or 781-314-3442*Some lessons will be recorded and shared weekly on the Waltham Public Library YouTube channel.…Learn More
Thursday, November 183:00—4:00 PMZoom
English Writing and Conversation
Improve communication skills in English through guided writing and conversation activities. Topics include art, music, and storytelling. Recommended for intermediate levels or higher, but all are welcome to participate as they can.
Mejore las habilidades de comunicación en inglés a través de actividades guiadas de escritura y conversación.…Learn More
Thursday, November 186:00—8:00 PMTrustees RoomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Real Talk
Thursday, November 187:00—8:00 PMLiteracy ClassroomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Introduction to the Literacy Classroom
(Lea en español a continuación)Visit our Literacy Classroom to find resources for learning English. Our Literacy Coordinator Aaron will be available to introduce visitors to the classroom space, as well as answer questions about English language learning options in Waltham.…Learn More
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Friday, November 1910:00—11:30 AMRiverwalk, Charles River Walking PathCharles River Greenway/Moody Street Bridge, Waltham, MA, 02453
Walk and Talk: Conversation and Community ... on Foot!
(Lee en español abajo)Enjoy conversation and community with fellow English language learners from Waltham and Watertown. All levels and ages are welcome. We will walk along Charles River walking trails for 40-60 minutes and return to our starting point.…Learn More
Friday, November 1910:00—10:30 AMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Baby Storytime
Join Seana for movement, songs, and stories for little ones. Best for little ones not yet walking.
Friday, November 191:00—1:45 PMZoom
Using the Libby App to Download eBooks, Audiobooks, & Magazines (Virtual Session)
During this virtual session, you will learn how to download library eBooks, AudioBooks, & Magazines to your phone or tablet using the Libby App.
Contact tstrauss@minlib. net to sign up.20
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Monday, November 221:00—3:00 PMZoom
Virtual Technology Help
During this virtual session, you can questions about computers, phones, tablets, & more.Monday, November 226:00—8:00 PMTeen RoomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Real Talk
Real Talk is a for-youth by-youth forum for discussing issues of importance to today’s teens, and is generously supported by a grant from the Library Initiative for Teens and Tweens.Monday, November 227:00—8:00 PMZoom
Virtual Book Club (Sci Fi/Fantasy) The Time Machine by H.G. Wells
Come to our Virtual Book Club Meeting! Tonight, we'll be reading The Time Machine by H. G. Wells . E-books and audiobooks are always available through the library's subscription to Hoopla. E-books and audiobooks are currently available without a wait on Overdrive/Libby.…Learn More
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Tuesday, November 232:00—3:00 PMZoom
Beginner English Activities
Practice basic words and phrases. Learn library skills and how to use free online resources to study. Enjoy a supportive class. Contact Aaron for the Zoom link: adevine@minlib. net or 781-314-3442*Some lessons will be recorded and shared weekly on the Waltham Public Library YouTube channel.…Learn More
Tuesday, November 233:00—4:00 PMZoom
English Writing and Conversation
Improve communication skills in English through guided writing and conversation activities. Topics include art, music, and storytelling. Recommended for intermediate levels or higher, but all are welcome to participate as they can.
Mejore las habilidades de comunicación en inglés a través de actividades guiadas de escritura y conversación.…Learn More
Tuesday, November 237:00—7:30 PMZoom
Virtual Pajama Storytime
Jump in your jammies and get ready to read, sing, and dance with your favorite librarians on Zoom! This interactive storytime is great for kids of all ages.
To access the Zoom link, join WPL's Children's Room Activities group on Facebook or email us at WalthamLibKids@minlib.…Learn More
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Wednesday, November 2410:30—11:00 AMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Toddler Time
Join Lisa and her puppet Kitty for books, rhymes, music, and dancing! This program is recommended for children ages 1-3 but all are welcome!
Wednesday, November 244:30—9:00 PMFacebook Live
Youtube Channel
Zoom
Zoom Pro
Children's RoomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Classroom AWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Lecture HallWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Library LawnWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Literacy ClassroomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
MakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Storytime RoomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Study Room 1Waltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Study Room 2Waltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Study Room 3Waltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Study Room 4Waltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Teen RoomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Trustees RoomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Waltham RoomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Library Closing at 4:30 pm TODAY
The library will close at 4:30 pm today, in accordance with the City of Waltham. Enjoy your Thanksgiving!
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Thursday, November 25Closed
Waltham Public Library
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Friday, November 2610:00—11:30 AMRiverwalk, Charles River Walking PathCharles River Greenway/Moody Street Bridge, Waltham, MA, 02453
Walk and Talk: Conversation and Community ... on Foot!
(Lee en español abajo)Enjoy conversation and community with fellow English language learners from Waltham and Watertown. All levels and ages are welcome. We will walk along Charles River walking trails for 40-60 minutes and return to our starting point.…Learn More
Friday, November 2610:00—10:30 AMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Baby Storytime
Join Seana for movement, songs, and stories for little ones. Best for little ones not yet walking.
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Monday, November 295:00—6:00 PMYoutube Channel
Youtube Live Show: "We'll Tell You What We're Reading"
Join us for our monthly Youtube show! Staff will share titles on the Waltham Public Library Youtube Channel. Participants are welcome to comment with their book titles! We're looking forward to what you share! Watch it now or anytime!
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Tuesday, November 309:00 AM—12:00 PMTrustees RoomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Friends of the Waltham Public Library meeting
FWPL meetingTuesday, November 302:00—3:00 PMZoom
Beginner English Activities
Practice basic words and phrases. Learn library skills and how to use free online resources to study. Enjoy a supportive class. Contact Aaron for the Zoom link: adevine@minlib. net or 781-314-3442*Some lessons will be recorded and shared weekly on the Waltham Public Library YouTube channel.…Learn More
Tuesday, November 303:00—4:00 PMZoom
English Writing and Conversation
Improve communication skills in English through guided writing and conversation activities. Topics include art, music, and storytelling. Recommended for intermediate levels or higher, but all are welcome to participate as they can.
Mejore las habilidades de comunicación en inglés a través de actividades guiadas de escritura y conversación.…Learn More
Tuesday, November 307:00—7:30 PMZoom
Virtual Pajama Storytime
Jump in your jammies and get ready to read, sing, and dance with your favorite librarians on Zoom! This interactive storytime is great for kids of all ages.
To access the Zoom link, join WPL's Children's Room Activities group on Facebook or email us at WalthamLibKids@minlib.…Learn More