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Friday, April 1All DayTeen Display CaseWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Artwork by Donna Laswell in the Teen Display Case
Stop by anytime this month and see the artwork of Donna Laswell in the display case outside our Teen Room.
Friday, April 1All DayChildren's Display CaseWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Steampunk in the Children's Display Case
Stop by anytime this month and get ready for Steampunk on May 7!
Friday, April 110:00—10:30 AMLecture HallWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Baby Storytime
Join Seana for movement, songs, and stories for babies and caregivers! This storytime is best for little ones who are not yet walking.
Friday, April 16:00—7:00 PMZoom
ELL Movie Night (online) with LEAP Brandeis
Watch and discuss short films and TV shows online with other learners. Facilitated by Brandeis student volunteers. Virtual conversation for multi-level English practice. Click here to register. Contact wg-leap@brandeis. edu for more information. Mire y discuta cortometrajes y programas de televisión en línea con otros estudiantes.…Learn More2
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Monday, April 411:00 AM—3:00 PMTrustees RoomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Staff Luncheon
Monday, April 42:00—4:00 PMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Walk-In Technology Help
No appointment needed! Bring us your tech questions and we'll try to help during this 30 minute session. Ask us questions about computers, phones, tablets, & more. If you would like an appointment and are not available during this time, please fill out this form.
Monday, April 47:00—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!
https://us02web. zoom. us/j/89873285690?pwd=d2ZsTTRuMElZbHErMkpYMTh2MFFhQT09Meeting ID: 898 7328 5690; Passcode: k52nmiPlease e-mail Laura at lbernheim@minlib.…Learn More
Monday, April 47:00—8:30 PMBrandeis University415 South Street, Waltham, MA, 02453
Beginner English at Brandeis
Evening classes for beginners, taught by student volunteers. All classes are in-person at Brandeis University, located in the Shiffman building, room 122. Masks are required. Click here to register. Clases nocturnas para principiantes, impartidas por estudiantes voluntarios.…Learn More5
Tuesday, April 56:00—7:00 PMZoom
Conversation Hour (online) with LEAP Brandeis
Virtual conversation hour for multi-level English practice. Have some fun in conversation! Led by student volunteers from Brandeis University LEAP. Click here to register or contact wg-leap@brandeis. edu for more information. Hora de conversación virtual para la práctica de inglés multinivel.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 57:00—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, April 610:30—11:00 AMLecture HallWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Toddler Time
Join your favorite Children's librarians for stories, rhymes, music, and dancing! This program is recommended for children ages 1-3 but all are welcome!
Wednesday, April 64:00—5:00 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 4+
Lego Club will occur on the first and third Wednesday of every month.
Wednesday, April 67:00—8:00 PMYoutube Channel
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Waltham Acts on Climate Change
Join us for a panel of climate activists in Waltham. Find out what's happening at the local level to respond to the need to transition to a carbon free economy. We'll be joined by representatives from WECAN (Waltham Energy and Climate Action Now), Mothers Out Front Waltham, and the Sierra Club.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 67:00—8:30 PMBrandeis University415 South Street, Waltham, MA, 02453
Beginner English at Brandeis
Evening classes for beginners, taught by student volunteers. All classes are in-person at Brandeis University, located in the Shiffman building, room 122. Masks are required. Click here to register. Clases nocturnas para principiantes, impartidas por estudiantes voluntarios.…Learn More7
Thursday, April 74:00—4:30 PMLibrary LawnWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Outdoor Storytime
Warm up with WPL! Bundle up & join us on the #LibraryLawn for an active storytime, featuring stories & songs to get us moving!
Thursday, April 77:00—8:30 PMBrandeis University415 South Street, Waltham, MA, 02453
Career Building at Brandeis
Career skills for English language learners. Practice interviews, develop resumes, and build other workforce tools. Led by student volunteers in Brandeis University's LEAP. Click here to register. Thursdays 7-8:30PM in-person at Brandeis University, Shiffman building, room 122.…Learn More8
Friday, April 810:00—10:30 AMLecture HallWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Baby Storytime
Join Seana for movement, songs, and stories for babies and caregivers! This storytime is best for little ones who are not yet walking.
Friday, April 86:00—7:00 PMZoom
ELL Movie Night (online) with LEAP Brandeis
Watch and discuss short films and TV shows online with other learners. Facilitated by Brandeis student volunteers. Virtual conversation for multi-level English practice. Click here to register. Contact wg-leap@brandeis. edu for more information. Mire y discuta cortometrajes y programas de televisión en línea con otros estudiantes.…Learn More9
Saturday, April 910:00—11:30 AMTrustees RoomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Saturday Morning Book Club With or Without You by Domenica Ruta
Come to our Book Club Meeting! We'll be meeting in person at the library. Tonight, we'll be reading With or Without You by Domenica Ruta. E-books are currently available without a wait on Overdrive/Libby. Pick up a copy at the library at our book club display table on the first floor!
Please e-mail Amber at aharvey@minlib.…Learn More
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Monday, April 116:00—8:00 PMTeen RoomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Real Talk: Juvenile Justice
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, April 117:00—8:30 PMTrustees RoomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Science Fiction/Fantasy Book Club Uprooted by Naomi Novik
Come to our Book Club Meeting! We'll be meeting in person at the library. Tonight, we'll be reading Uprooted by Naomi Novik. E-books and audiobooks are currently available without a wait on Overdrive/Libby. Pick up a copy at the library at our book club display table on the first floor!
Please e-mail Greg at gcarter@minlib.…Learn More
Monday, April 117:00—8:30 PMBrandeis University415 South Street, Waltham, MA, 02453
Beginner English at Brandeis
Evening classes for beginners, taught by student volunteers. All classes are in-person at Brandeis University, located in the Shiffman building, room 122. Masks are required. Click here to register. Clases nocturnas para principiantes, impartidas por estudiantes voluntarios.…Learn More12
Tuesday, April 126:00—7:00 PMZoom
Conversation Hour (online) with LEAP Brandeis
Virtual conversation hour for multi-level English practice. Have some fun in conversation! Led by student volunteers from Brandeis University LEAP. Click here to register or contact wg-leap@brandeis. edu for more information. Hora de conversación virtual para la práctica de inglés multinivel.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 127:00—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, April 1310:30—11:00 AMLecture HallWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Toddler Time
Join your favorite Children's librarians for stories, rhymes, music, and dancing! This program is recommended for children ages 1-3 but all are welcome!
Wednesday, April 137:00—8:00 PMYoutube Channel
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Can I Ever Retire?
Hear from a financial expert at PNC Bank about what you need to retire comfortably. In this workshop, you'll learn about the factors to consider when planning for retirement; how to estimate your retirement expenses; identify the saving and planning strategies that allow you to maximize your savings at any age; compare the types of retirement plans available to you; and set goals for your own retirement savings.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 137:00—8:30 PMBrandeis University415 South Street, Waltham, MA, 02453
Beginner English at Brandeis
Evening classes for beginners, taught by student volunteers. All classes are in-person at Brandeis University, located in the Shiffman building, room 122. Masks are required. Click here to register. Clases nocturnas para principiantes, impartidas por estudiantes voluntarios.…Learn More14
Thursday, April 141:00—2:00 PMTrustees RoomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Trustees Meeting
Monthly meeting of the Waltham Public Library trusteesThursday, April 144:00—4:30 PMLibrary LawnWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Outdoor Storytime
Warm up with WPL! Bundle up & join us on the #LibraryLawn for an active storytime, featuring stories & songs to get us moving!
Thursday, April 147:00—8:30 PMBrandeis University415 South Street, Waltham, MA, 02453
Career Building at Brandeis
Career skills for English language learners. Practice interviews, develop resumes, and build other workforce tools. Led by student volunteers in Brandeis University's LEAP. Click here to register. Thursdays 7-8:30PM in-person at Brandeis University, Shiffman building, room 122.…Learn More15
Friday, April 1510:00—10:30 AMLecture HallWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Baby Storytime
Join Seana for movement, songs, and stories for babies and caregivers! This storytime is best for little ones who are not yet walking.
Friday, April 152:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Literacy ClassroomWaltham 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
Library Closing at 2PM Today
The Library will close at 2PM today for Good Friday.
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Monday, April 18Closed
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Tuesday, April 197:00—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, April 2010:00—11:00 AMLiteracy ClassroomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Beginner English Activities
Practice with basic words and phrases. Learn library skills and how to use free resources to study. Enjoy a supportive class. No registration required. Come to the Literacy Classroom, 1st floor of Waltham Public Library next to the public computers. (Click here for a brief video tour of the Literacy Classroom.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 2010:30—11:00 AMLecture HallWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Toddler Time
Join your favorite Children's librarians for stories, rhymes, music, and dancing! This program is recommended for children ages 1-3 but all are welcome!
Wednesday, April 2011:00 AM—12:00 PMLiteracy ClassroomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
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. No registration required.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 204:00—5:00 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 4+
Lego Club will occur on the first and third Wednesday of every month.
Wednesday, April 207:00—8:00 PMYoutube Channel
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Identity Protection and Safeguarding Yourself
What is identity theft and why should you worry about it? Find out what identity theft is, why it's a growing issue, and how it can affect your life and finances. Learn about the ways your identity can be compromised, how to protect yourself, and what to do if your identity is compromised.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 207:00—8:00 PMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Maker Time: 3D Design Using Tinkercad
During this class, you will learn the basics of 3D design using Tinkercad. You will create a design using one of our tutorials or you can make up your own design. Your creation will be printed on the library's 3D Printer. If you have your own laptop, please bring it.…Learn More
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Thursday, April 214:00—4:30 PMLibrary LawnWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Outdoor Storytime
Warm up with WPL! Bundle up & join us on the #LibraryLawn for an active storytime, featuring stories & songs to get us moving!
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Friday, April 2210:00—10:30 AMLecture HallWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Baby Storytime
Join Seana for movement, songs, and stories for babies and caregivers! This storytime is best for little ones who are not yet walking.
Friday, April 222:00—3:00 PMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Intro to Libby: Learn how to download ebooks and audiobooks on a phone, tablet, & computer
Libby by Overdrive lets you access hundreds of thousands of digital materials from the library through your phone, tablet, or e-reader. We'll go over the basics of how to navigate the Libby App, check out items, and set accessibility options. Please bring your device with you (phone, tablet, e-reader).
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Monday, April 2510:00—11:00 AMLiteracy ClassroomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Beginner English Activities
Practice with basic words and phrases. Learn library skills and how to use free resources to study. Enjoy a supportive class. No registration required. Come to the Literacy Classroom, 1st floor of Waltham Public Library next to the public computers. (Click here for a brief video tour of the Literacy Classroom.…Learn MoreMonday, April 2511:00 AM—12:00 PMLiteracy ClassroomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
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. No registration required.…Learn MoreMonday, April 252:00—4:00 PMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Walk-In Technology Help
No appointment needed! Bring us your tech questions and we'll try to help during this 30 minute session. Ask us questions about computers, phones, tablets, & more. If you would like an appointment and are not available during this time, please fill out this form.
Monday, April 253:45—5:00 PMStudy Room 3Waltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Perez
Monday, April 256:00—8:00 PMTeen RoomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Real Talk: Storytelling Workshop
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, April 257:00—8:00 PMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Maker Time: Card Making with the Cricut
Learn how to create custom pop-up cards with our Cricut Maker. Welcome Spring with a floral seasonal card or craft a pop-up for an upcoming birthday. Please bring a laptop if you have one; we'll have some available, too.
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Tuesday, April 267:00—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, April 2710:00—11:00 AMLiteracy ClassroomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Beginner English Activities
Practice with basic words and phrases. Learn library skills and how to use free resources to study. Enjoy a supportive class. No registration required. Come to the Literacy Classroom, 1st floor of Waltham Public Library next to the public computers. (Click here for a brief video tour of the Literacy Classroom.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 2710:30—11:00 AMLecture HallWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Toddler Time
Join your favorite Children's librarians for stories, rhymes, music, and dancing! This program is recommended for children ages 1-3 but all are welcome!
Wednesday, April 2711:00 AM—12:00 PMLiteracy ClassroomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
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. No registration required.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 277:00—8:30 PMZoom
Wednesday Night Book Club The Midnight Library by Matt Haig (Virtual)
Come to our Book Club Meeting! Tonight, we'll be reading The Midnight Library by Matt Haig. E-books and audiobooks are currently available without a wait on Overdrive/Libby. Pick up a copy at the library at our book club display table on the first floor!
https://zoom.…Learn More
Wednesday, April 277:00—8:00 PMYoutube Channel
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A Year of Black History: Coming of Age in Jim Crow D.C.
What was it like growing up as a working-class Black girl or boy in Washington, D. C. during the Jim Crow era? Dr. Paula Austin of Boston University will talk about that reality and her book, Coming of Age in Jim Crow DC. The book offers a complex narrative of the everyday lives of Black young people in a racially, spatially, economically, and politically restricted Washington, DC, during the 1930s.…Learn More28
Thursday, April 282:45—4:00 PMTrustees RoomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Staff Recognition
Thursday, April 284:00—4:30 PMLibrary LawnWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Outdoor Storytime (Indoor Due to Weather)
*Today's program will be held indoors, in the MakerSpace!* Spring is in the air! Join us on the #LibraryLawn for an active storytime, featuring stories & songs to get us moving. Fun for kids and families of all ages!
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Friday, April 2910:00—10:30 AMLecture HallWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Baby Storytime
Join Seana for movement, songs, and stories for babies and caregivers! This storytime is best for little ones who are not yet walking.
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Saturday, April 301:00—3:00 PMTrustees RoomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Indian Cultural School student group rehearsal
Indian Cultural School student group rehearsal