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Tuesday, February 1All DayTeen Display CaseWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
The History of Felix Cuff by Shaquan McDowell in the Teen Display Case
Stop by anytime this month to see this display about Felix Cuff, an enslaved man in Waltham who was freed during the American Revolution. The display is about Felix Cuff, his freedom, and other free people of color in the area like him.
Tuesday, February 1All DayChildren's Display CaseWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Vintage Little Golden and Wonder Books in the Children's Display Case
Stop by and see this display of vintage Little Golden and Wonder Books all month!
Tuesday, February 12:00—3:00 PMZoom
Beginner English Activities
Practice with 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. netPractica con palabras y frases básicas. Aprenda habilidades de biblioteca y cómo usar recursos gratuitos para estudiar inglés en línea.…Learn MoreTuesday, February 13:00—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. Contact Aaron for the Zoom link: adevine@minlib.…Learn MoreTuesday, February 17:00—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, February 210:30—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, February 24:00—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 5+Lego Club will occur on the first and third Wednesday of every month.
Wednesday, February 27:00—8:00 PMYoutube Channel
Zoom Pro
A Year of Black History: Surviving Southampton, African American Women and Resistance in Nat Turner
Surviving Southampton: African American Women and Resistance in Nat Turner's Community
Most people have heard the name Nat Turner before. His actions as an enslaved man who successfully led a rebellion in antebellum Virginia that lead to the death of nearly sixty white men, women and children, made him impossible to ignore in his own time.…Learn More
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Thursday, February 32:00—3:00 PMZoom
Beginner English Activities
Practice with 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. netPractica con palabras y frases básicas. Aprenda habilidades de biblioteca y cómo usar recursos gratuitos para estudiar inglés en línea.…Learn MoreThursday, February 33:00—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. Contact Aaron for the Zoom link: adevine@minlib.…Learn MoreThursday, February 34:00—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, February 410:00—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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Monday, February 76:00—8:00 PMTeen RoomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Real Talk: Black History Month Celebration
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, February 77:00—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/
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Tuesday, February 82:00—3:00 PMZoom
Beginner English Activities
Practice with 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. netPractica con palabras y frases básicas. Aprenda habilidades de biblioteca y cómo usar recursos gratuitos para estudiar inglés en línea.…Learn MoreTuesday, February 83:00—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. Contact Aaron for the Zoom link: adevine@minlib.…Learn MoreTuesday, February 87:00—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, February 910:30—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, February 97:00—8:00 PMYoutube Channel
Zoom Pro
Anita Hill Talks About Her Book, Believing: Our Thirty-Year Journey to End Gender Violence
One night only! This program will air on YouTube, but will not be available for future viewing. All questions for Professor Hill must be emailed in advance to dhoffman@minlib. net. Brandeis University professor Anita Hill will speak about her new book, Believing: Our Thirty Year Journey to End Gender Violence, and the decades-long fight she's waged to raise awareness of and end gender based violence.…Learn More10
Thursday, February 101:00—2:00 PMTrustees RoomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Trustees Meeting
Monthly meeting of the Waltham Public Library trusteesThursday, February 102:00—3:00 PMZoom
Beginner English Activities
Practice with 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. netPractica con palabras y frases básicas. Aprenda habilidades de biblioteca y cómo usar recursos gratuitos para estudiar inglés en línea.…Learn MoreThursday, February 103:00—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. Contact Aaron for the Zoom link: adevine@minlib.…Learn MoreThursday, February 103:00—5:00 PMTrustees RoomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
City of Waltham HR Dept
Thursday, February 104:00—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, February 1110:00—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, February 1210:00—11:30 AMZoom
Trustees RoomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Saturday Morning Book Club Blacktop Wasteland by S.A. Crosby
Come to our Book Club Meeting! We'll be meeting in person at the library. Can't make it in person? We'll be offering an online option too! Today, we'll be reading Blacktop Wasteland by S. A. Crosby. Audiobooks are currently available without a wait on Hoopla.…Learn More
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Sunday, February 133:00—4:30 PMTrustees RoomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Short film collaborator group
Group of people meeting to discuss film collaboration. 14
Monday, February 142:00—4:00 PMZoom
Virtual Technology Help
During this virtual session, you can questions about computers, phones, tablets, & more.
Monday, February 147:00—8:30 PMZoom
Virtual Book Club (Sci Fi/Fantasy): The Lesson by Cadwell Turnbull
Come to our Virtual Book Club Meeting! Tonight, we'll be reading The Lesson by Cadwell Turnbull . Audiobooks are currently available without a wait on Overdrive/Libby. E-books and audiobooks are available without a wait on Hoopla. Pick up a copy at the library at our book club display table on the first floor!
Please e-mail Laura at lbernheim@minlib.…Learn More
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Tuesday, February 152:00—3:00 PMZoom
Beginner English Activities
Practice with 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. netPractica con palabras y frases básicas. Aprenda habilidades de biblioteca y cómo usar recursos gratuitos para estudiar inglés en línea.…Learn MoreTuesday, February 153:00—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. Contact Aaron for the Zoom link: adevine@minlib.…Learn MoreTuesday, February 157:00—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, February 1610:30—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, February 164:00—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 5+Lego Club will occur on the first and third Wednesday of every month.
Wednesday, February 167:00—8:30 PMZoom
Virtual Book Club (Wednesday Night Book Club) The Mothers by Brit Bennett
Come to our Virtual Book Club Meeting! Tonight, we'll be reading The Mothers by Brit Bennett . 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 Laura at lbernheim@minlib.…Learn More
Wednesday, February 167:00—8:00 PMZoom
Author talk with Nicholas A. Basbanes
Author Nicholas A. Basbanes was recently recognized by the Massachusetts Center for the Book as one of Massachusetts's must-read authors of the year. Join Basbanes for a presentation on his critically acclaimed book, Cross of Snow: A Life of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, via Zoom.…Learn More17
Thursday, February 172:00—3:00 PMZoom
Beginner English Activities
Practice with 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. netPractica con palabras y frases básicas. Aprenda habilidades de biblioteca y cómo usar recursos gratuitos para estudiar inglés en línea.…Learn MoreThursday, February 173:00—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. Contact Aaron for the Zoom link: adevine@minlib.…Learn MoreThursday, February 174:00—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, February 176:00—7:00 PMYoutube Channel
Learn about U.S. Citizenship with The Right to Immigration Institute (TRII)
Learn about U. S. Citizenship with The Right to Immigration Institute (TRII) / Infórmese sobre la ciudadanía estadounidense con The Right to Immigration Institute (TRII). Click here to join / haga clic aquí para unirse. Am I eligible for citizenship? How do I prepare for and take the citizenship test? Are English and civics waivers available? What is TRII? / ¿Soy elegible para la ciudadanía? ¿Cómo me preparo y realizo el examen de ciudadanía? ¿Hay exenciones de inglés y educación cívica disponibles? ¿Qué es TRII?Presentation in English and Spanish with TRII staff / Presentación en inglés y español con personal de TRII: Judy Hogan (Access to Justice Fellow), Matthew Phelan (Americorps Immigration Attorney), and Alejandro Bracamontes (Executive Director).…Learn MoreThursday, February 177:00—7:45 PMZoom
Introduction to 3D Design using Tinkercad (Virtual Class)
During this virtual session, you will learn the basics of 3D design, using Tinkercad. Together, we will design a bookmark that will be printed on the library’s 3D printer. Contact tstrauss@minlib. net to signup.…Learn More
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Friday, February 1810:00—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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Monday, February 21Closed
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Tuesday, February 2212:45—3:45 PMTrustees RoomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Mindy Harris group
Mindy Harris groupTuesday, February 222:00—3:00 PMZoom
Beginner English Activities
Practice with 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. netPractica con palabras y frases básicas. Aprenda habilidades de biblioteca y cómo usar recursos gratuitos para estudiar inglés en línea.…Learn MoreTuesday, February 223:00—3:45 PMZoom
iPhone Photography (Virtual Class)
Smartphones are now built with great camera lenses and can take high quality photos. Get tips on navigating the camera app and learn basic editing techniques, all on your phone. This class will focus on iPhones, but android users will take away photography tips as well!Contact tstrauss@minlib.…Learn More
Tuesday, February 223:00—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. Contact Aaron for the Zoom link: adevine@minlib.…Learn MoreTuesday, February 226:00—7:00 PMZoom
Author talk with Larry Tye
Bestselling author Larry Tye was recently recognized by the Massachusetts Center for the Book as one of Massachusetts's must-read authors of the year. Join Tye for a presentation on his critically acclaimed book, Demagogue: The Life and Long Shadow of Senator Joe McCarthy, via Zoom.…Learn MoreTuesday, February 227:00—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, February 2310:30—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, February 237:00—8:00 PMYoutube Channel
Zoom Pro
Lung Cancer: Early Detection Matters
Lung cancer specialists from Mass General Hospital and Newton Wellesley Hospital will talk about the benefits of lung cancer screening, early detection of lung cancer, and the rise in lung cancer cases, even among non-smokers. Watch on YouTube: Lung Cancer: Early Detection Matters
Hugh Auchincloss, MD, MPH, received his medical degree from Harvard Medical School in 2008.…Learn More24
Thursday, February 241:00—2:30 PMTrustees RoomWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
Children's Meeting
Thursday, February 242:00—3:00 PMZoom
Beginner English Activities
Practice with 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. netPractica con palabras y frases básicas. Aprenda habilidades de biblioteca y cómo usar recursos gratuitos para estudiar inglés en línea.…Learn MoreThursday, February 243:00—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. Contact Aaron for the Zoom link: adevine@minlib.…Learn MoreThursday, February 244:00—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, February 2510:00—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, February 262:30—3:30 PMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451
POSTPONED: Wee the People Workshop for Families: What is Racism?
This program has been postponed; rescheduled date TBD.
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Monday, February 282:00—4:00 PMZoom
Virtual Technology Help
During this virtual session, you can questions about computers, phones, tablets, & more.
Monday, February 286:00—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, February 286:00—6:45 PMZoom
iPhone Photography (Virtual Class)
Smartphones are now built with great camera lenses and can take high quality photos. Get tips on navigating the camera app and learn basic editing techniques, all on your phone. This class will focus on iPhones, but android users will take away photography tips as well!Contact tstrauss@minlib.…Learn MoreMonday, February 287:00—8:00 PMZoom
How to Make a Slave and Other Essays with Professor Jerald Walker
Join us for an evening with Jerald Walker. He will read excerpts from and discuss his new book titled How to Make a Slave and Other Essays, which was a finalist for the 2020 National Book Award in nonfiction and winner of the 2020 Massachusetts Book Award in nonfiction.…Learn MoreMonday, February 287:00—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 More