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Sunday, December 1Closed
In Person at Woburn Public Library
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Monday, December 29:30—10:30 AMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
CANCELED DUE TO SNOW: Music Time with Miss Danielle, Ages 3 and under
TODAY’S MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE TO THE WEATHER. Ages 3 and under with parents/caregivers.
Space is limited; fill in a ticket at the Children's Desk upon arrival.
Come sing and dance! Music therapist Danielle Doherty joins us from Thom Mystic Valley Early Intervention to model ways caregivers can use song, movement, and instruments with their children in a lively sing along.…Learn More
Monday, December 211:00—11:45 AMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Storytime & Craft RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
CANCELED DUE TO SNOW: Math Mash, Ages 2-5
TODAY’S MATH MASH IS CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER. Let's put the M in STEAM! This weekly story time introduces math concepts to young learners. Come sing and play while exploring counting, patterns, relative size, measuring, estimation, and problem-solving.…Learn More
Monday, December 23:00—6:00 PMTeen RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Nintendo Switch! (Teen)
Join us in the Teen Room to play MarioKart, Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Fortnite, or Brawhalla on our Nintendo Switch. This program is intended for patrons who are in grades 6-12. Monday, December 23:30—4:30 PMStorytime & Craft RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Code Club, Grades 2-5
Come learn to code! Start with the basics and move at your own pace through lessons. Work together as you face challenges. No sign up required (we hope to see you often!), but we may need to share laptops depending on the number of attendees.
Monday, December 24:00—5:30 PMMaker SpaceIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Girls Who Code
In the Maker Space, we are partnering with Girls Who Code to bring free computer science opportunities to girls across our community. Join us this fall to learn coding and the impact you can have on the world with your creations! This program is intended for students grades 6-12.…Learn MoreMonday, December 24:00—5:00 PMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
CANCELED, TO BE RESCHEDULED - How To Boil Water: Pasta Dishes Teens Can Cook
Once you can boil water, you can make pasta, rice, and cook vegetables to create many recipes that you’ll love. Chef Liz will take the class step-by-step through 1 pasta dish and 1 rice dish everyone can make at home with confidence and success. This program is intended for Teens grades 9-12.…Learn MoreMonday, December 26:00—7:00 PMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
CANCELED, TO BE RESCHEDULED - Feasting with Your Air Fryer
The air fryer is the newest "must-have" appliance that you really should get! This countertop convection oven will change the way you cook and help you put healthy meals on the table fast! Join chef Liz Barbour for a cooking class that will help take the mystery out of this amazing, time-saving kitchen tool.…Learn MoreMonday, December 26:30—8:30 PMLarge Print RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
In Stitches!
Calling all knitters, crocheters, needlepointers, seamsters (it's a word now!) and seamstresses, weavers and---you get the picture! Everybody is welcome to come and create in their community!
Monday, December 27:00—8:30 PMMaker SpaceIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Paint Nite: Watercolor
Painting wintery scenes with watercolor. Recommended for older teens and adults.3
Tuesday, December 33:30—4:30 PMStorytime & Craft RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Craft Lab, Grades K-5
Join the children's librarian each week for a variety of activities, from science experiments to crafts to engineering challenges.
Drop in, while supplies last.
Ages: For Grades K-5
Tuesday, December 36:00—7:00 PMMaker SpaceIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Trustees' Meeting
Regular meeting of the Library Board of Trustees.
Tuesday, December 36:30—8:30 PMStorytime & Craft RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Kids' Maker Studio, Grader K-5.
Come MAKE with us in the Children's Story and Craft Room! Each week we'll interact with different materials, as well as equipment from our Makerspace (including the 3D Printers, Cricut Design Software, and T-shirt Heat Press) in an open studio format.…Learn More
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Wednesday, December 410:00—10:45 AMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Learn and Play, Ages 5 and under
All are welcome. Fill in a ticket at the Children's Desk when you arrive.
PLAYING IS LEARNING
Learn and Play Groups are FREE 45-minute drop-in playgroups for parents/caregivers and their toddler/preschool aged children. Activities include circle time, songs, interactive stories and STEAM based play supporting brain building and language/literacy development.…Learn More
Wednesday, December 45:30—6:15 PMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Storytime & Craft RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
PJ Story Time, Ages 7 and under
Stop by the library and get a jump start on bedtime. Join us for songs, stories, and a hands on activity.
Wednesday, December 45:30—7:00 PMTeen RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Dungeons & Dragons (Teen)
Join us in the Teen Room for student-run Dungeons & Dragons! Dungeons & Dragons is a tabletop fantasy role-playing game. Players create their own characters and are led on an adventure or campaign by a Dungeon Master. The Dungeon Master weaves a story for the player characters and guides them on their adventure.…Learn More
Wednesday, December 46:30—8:30 PMMaker SpaceIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Open Maker Studio, All Ages. (laser cutting class postponed)
Laser Cutting Leather JewelryThis class is postponed due to the venting system on the laser being out of order. As soon as it's fixed we will reschedule. The makerspace will still be open!
Open Maker Studio
Do you want to use the maker space for your own project? Come by while we're running our class, and we can help facilitate your creativity! Use our laptops to create designs for the 3D printers, try out the laser cutter or use our sewing machines, our cricut, and other machines and supplies in our ever growing collection.…Learn More
Wednesday, December 46:30—7:30 PMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Visit with Author, Ewa Erdman and Buffy the Three-Legged Pit Bull
“It wasn’t pity, but admiration that convinced me to adopt her,” said Ewa. Hear the story of how the two become a family, learn about the important volunteer work they do, and, best of all, meet Buffy and Ewa. A perfect program for dog-lovers and people considering adopting a rescue dog.…Learn MoreWednesday, December 46:30—8:30 PMMaker SpaceIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Tiny House Luminiaries
Whimsical fairy houses to hide all around the house. This may be the newer, cuter Elf-on-the-Shelf alternative. Located in the Makerspace.…Learn More
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Thursday, December 510:00—10:45 AMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Storytime & Craft RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Story Time, Ages 5 and under
Space is limited. Please fill in a ticket when you arrive at the Children's Desk.
Join the children's librarian for a get-up, get-moving story time. This drop-in program for ages 5 and under features stories, songs, rhymes, and a simple craft. Story Time, which runs about 30 minutes, will take place in the Program Room, followed by a 15 minute craft or other hands-on activity in the Story and Craft Room
After our wonderful collaboration with the Senior Center, we've discovered that we love having guest readers! If you are interested in participating, contact Dorrie by phone (781.…Learn More
Thursday, December 511:00—11:30 AMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Lapsit, Ages 3-12 months
Sing, play, and bounce with your baby to gentle rhymes and stories. After 15-20 minutes of guided time, you and your baby will have a chance to play and socialize with other babies and their grownups.
Please fill in a ticket at the Children's Desk when you arrive.
Thursday, December 53:00—5:00 PMTeen RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
PS4 VR (Teen)
Join us in the Teen Room to experience Virtual Reality! We will be using our PS4 to play VR games. This program is intended for patrons who are in grades 6-12. Thursday, December 53:30—4:30 PMStorytime & Craft RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Sit. Stay. Read. Grades K-2.
Build reading skills and confidence by sharing stories with a certified therapy dog! Sign up at the Children's Desk when you arrive.
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Friday, December 610:00—10:30 AMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Friday Flicks, Ages 5 and under
Drop in to watch half an hour of animated picture books and other films for the very young on the big screen. Siblings and friends are welcome to join.
Friday, December 610:00 AM—12:00 PMMaker SpaceIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Artist-In-Residence: Poetry Workshop with Ann Taylor
Welcome! Let's make poetry!These sessions on making poetry will involve reading poems together, followed by a discussion of the basics of writing poetry. Students will then have the opportunity to work on their own poems, either those previously written or new poems written during class time.…Learn More
Friday, December 611:00—11:45 AMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Toddler Time, Ages 1&2
Join us for a get-up, get-moving story time for the newly mobile! Drop in; please fill in a ticket upon arrival.
Friday, December 63:30—4:30 PMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
LEGO Club, Grades K-5
Come play with us! We'll try to solve different challenges with a bit of engineering, a touch of creativity, and a whole lot of LEGOs.
Grades K-5; younger children welcome at parents' discretion.
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Saturday, December 710:00 AM—12:00 PMMaker SpaceIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
3D Printing Workshop for Grownups
Join 3D Printing expert John Walsh for an introduction to 3D design and 3D Printing. Get an overview of the technology, it’s capabilities and potential. This class is intended for adults. No prior experience with 3D design or 3D printing required (though some computer experience will come in handy): just bring yourself and all your creativity.…Learn MoreSaturday, December 710:00 AM—1:00 PMFireplace South GalleryIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
The Human Library
December 7th | Frizzell Study Hall, by the FireplaceThe Woburn Public Library and SCI Woburn are teaming up to bring another unique opportunity to the community: The Human Library. …Wait. What?Well. It’s sort of an interesting thing. This event aims to create a safe space where one-on-one dialogue can lead to greater understanding, compassion and acceptance.…Learn MoreSaturday, December 711:00 AM—12:00 PMStorytime & Craft RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Mini Makers, Ages 3-5
Work in teams to design, build, and create! Led by Global Children School, participants use their imagination to explore engineering and robotics concepts, using age-appropriate materials such as building blocks, pipe cleaners, LEGOs, and more. Students will learn to create structures, control robots, and transform ideas into real world creations!
This class focuses on cognitive development, problem solving, logical thinking, concentration, and eye and hand coordination.…Learn More
Saturday, December 711:00 AM—12:30 PMMaker SpaceIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Tiny House Luminiaries
Whimsical fairy houses to hide all around the house. This may be the newer, cuter Elf-on-the-Shelf alternative. Located in the Makerspace.…Learn More
Saturday, December 71:00—5:00 PMLarge Print RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Woburn Memory Project, a Community Archiving Event
Woburn Memory Project Community Archiving Event! We’re all making history, every day. Your history? That’s Woburn’s history, and we’d love to help you preserve it. You’ll have the opportunity to preserve your photos digitally, tell your stories in your own voice and become part of the Oral History Archive, reminisce with other locals, and enjoy new photos from the Patrick Farino Collection! Located in the Large Type Room (by the Circulation Desk).…Learn MoreSaturday, December 71:30—2:30 PMStorytime & Craft RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Level Up, Grades K-5
Come play video games in the Children's Room! Beginners welcome. Join us weekly to try out our Nintendo Switch and a range of games (rated E or E10+).
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Sunday, December 8Closed
In Person at Woburn Public Library
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Monday, December 99:30—10:30 AMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Music Time with Miss Danielle, Ages 3 and under
Ages 3 and under with parents/caregivers.
Space is limited; fill in a ticket at the Children's Desk upon arrival.
Come sing and dance! Music therapist Danielle Doherty joins us from Thom Mystic Valley Early Intervention to model ways caregivers can use song, movement, and instruments with their children in a lively sing along.…Learn More
Monday, December 911:00—11:45 AMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Storytime & Craft RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Math Mash, Ages 2-5
Let's put the M in STEAM! This weekly story time introduces math concepts to young learners. Come sing and play while exploring counting, patterns, relative size, measuring, estimation, and problem-solving.
Monday, December 93:00—6:00 PMTeen RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Nintendo Switch! (Teen)
Join us in the Teen Room to play MarioKart, Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Fortnite, or Brawhalla on our Nintendo Switch. This program is intended for patrons who are in grades 6-12. Monday, December 93:30—4:30 PMStorytime & Craft RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Code Club, Grades 2-5
Come learn to code! Start with the basics and move at your own pace through lessons. Work together as you face challenges. No sign up required (we hope to see you often!), but we may need to share laptops depending on the number of attendees.
Monday, December 94:00—5:30 PMMaker SpaceIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Girls Who Code
In the Maker Space, we are partnering with Girls Who Code to bring free computer science opportunities to girls across our community. Join us this fall to learn coding and the impact you can have on the world with your creations! This program is intended for students grades 6-12.…Learn MoreMonday, December 96:30—8:30 PMMaker SpaceIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Felt Ornaments
Cut and sew-up felt for winter themed ornaments - great accent pieces for gifts, the tree, your car or just about anywhere. Located in the Makerspace.…Learn More
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Tuesday, December 102:00—3:00 PMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Daytime Novel Ideas:
Located at The Woburn Public Library, 45 Pleasant St. in the Program Room. No registration required. New members are always welcome!…Learn MoreTuesday, December 103:00—5:00 PMTeen RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Teen Crafternoon
Come and Craft with us! Join us at the Teen Room tables to create different things each week! Drop by to work on your own art or explore our weekly arts and craft! These programs are intended for Teens ages 11 to 19. Supplies are limited and available on a first-come-first-serve basis.…Learn More
Tuesday, December 103:30—4:30 PMStorytime & Craft RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Craft Lab, Grades K-5
Join the children's librarian each week for a variety of activities, from science experiments to crafts to engineering challenges.
Drop in, while supplies last.
Ages: For Grades K-5
Tuesday, December 104:30—6:00 PMMaker SpaceIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Tiny House Luminiaries
Whimsical fairy houses to hide all around the house. This may be the newer, cuter Elf-on-the-Shelf alternative. Located in the Makerspace.…Learn More
Tuesday, December 106:30—8:30 PMStorytime & Craft RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Kids' Maker Studio, Grader K-5.
Come MAKE with us in the Children's Story and Craft Room! Each week we'll interact with different materials, as well as equipment from our Makerspace (including the 3D Printers, Cricut Design Software, and T-shirt Heat Press) in an open studio format.…Learn More
Tuesday, December 106:30—8:30 PMMaker SpaceIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Needlefelt Animals: Gerbils
The last needlefelting class of the year, we will be poking wool into the shape of this long-tailed, hamster-like critter. Due to the sharp needles, this is recommended for older teens and adults. Located in the Makerspace.…Learn More
Tuesday, December 107:00—8:30 PMMaker SpaceIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Paint a Androidel/Paint an Ornament
Ages 6 and up.
Paint an Android dreidel or make and ornament. This program takes place in the Makerspace.…Learn More11
Wednesday, December 1110:00—10:45 AMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Music Together with River of Song
Rosa Elena of River of Song will have you singing and dancing in this program grounded the early childhood music curriculum of Music Together. Since 1987, Music Together has introduced millions of children, parents, and teachers around the world to the joys of family music-making and the powerful benefits of having music in their lives.…Learn More
Wednesday, December 114:30—6:00 PMMaker SpaceIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Tiny House Luminiaries
Whimsical fairy houses to hide all around the house. This may be the newer, cuter Elf-on-the-Shelf alternative. Located in the Makerspace.…Learn More
Wednesday, December 115:30—6:15 PMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Storytime & Craft RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
PJ Story Time, Ages 7 and under
Stop by the library and get a jump start on bedtime. Join us for songs, stories, and a hands on activity.
Wednesday, December 115:30—7:00 PMTeen RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Dungeons & Dragons (Teen)
Join us in the Teen Room for student-run Dungeons & Dragons! Dungeons & Dragons is a tabletop fantasy role-playing game. Players create their own characters and are led on an adventure or campaign by a Dungeon Master. The Dungeon Master weaves a story for the player characters and guides them on their adventure.…Learn More
Wednesday, December 116:30—8:30 PMMaker SpaceIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Light-up Cards, Bookpage Snowflakes and Open Maker Studio, All Ages.
Open Maker Studio Two special projects! Add some pizzazz to your holiday cards by adding some light. Make a Gingerbread House, Chanukkah Menorah and candles, a Kwanza Kinara and candles or Christmas Tree. Learn to create the circuits to make your cards bright.…Learn More
Wednesday, December 117:00—8:00 PMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Nighttime Novel Ideas:
Located at The Woburn Public Library, 45 Pleasant St. in the Program Room. No registration required. New members are always welcome!Wednesday, December 117:00—8:30 PMMaker SpaceIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Paint Nite: Watercolor
Painting wintery scenes with watercolor. Recommended for older teens and adults.12
Thursday, December 1210:00—10:45 AMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Storytime & Craft RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Story Time, Ages 5 and under
Space is limited. Please fill in a ticket when you arrive at the Children's Desk.
Join the children's librarian for a get-up, get-moving story time. This drop-in program for ages 5 and under features stories, songs, rhymes, and a simple craft. Story Time, which runs about 30 minutes, will take place in the Program Room, followed by a 15 minute craft or other hands-on activity in the Story and Craft Room
After our wonderful collaboration with the Senior Center, we've discovered that we love having guest readers! If you are interested in participating, contact Dorrie by phone (781.…Learn More
Thursday, December 1211:00—11:30 AMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Lapsit, Ages 3-12 months
Sing, play, and bounce with your baby to gentle rhymes and stories. After 15-20 minutes of guided time, you and your baby will have a chance to play and socialize with other babies and their grownups.
Please fill in a ticket at the Children's Desk when you arrive.
Thursday, December 122:00—3:30 PMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Memory Cafe
The monthly Brighter View Memory Café provides a welcoming environment for people with dementia and their caregivers to enjoy life-enriching activities, conversation, and friendship with others who are on similar journeys with memory loss. This program is free and open to the public.…Learn MoreThursday, December 123:00—5:00 PMTeen RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
PS4 VR (Teen)
Join us in the Teen Room to experience Virtual Reality! We will be using our PS4 to play VR games. This program is intended for patrons who are in grades 6-12. Thursday, December 123:30—4:30 PMStorytime & Craft RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Sewing Class, Grades K-5
Let's try out the sewing machines! Come learn some very basic sewing basics and make a first-timers' project.
Thursday, December 126:30—8:30 PMOFF-SITE LOCATIONOffsite Location> do not display from here down <, Woburn, MA, 01801
Cultural Connections Supper Club: Indian Cooking
LOCATION: James L. McKeown Boys and Girls Club of Woburn | Charles Gardner Lane, Woburn, MA 01801Learn about Indian cooking and culture by preparing a meal with Shabari Khaire. Over the course of the evening, you will have the chance to prepare a meal typical of an Indian home kitchen while at the same time learning about the culture in an intimate, comfortable setting.…Learn More
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Friday, December 1310:00—10:30 AMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Friday Flicks, Ages 5 and under
Drop in to watch half an hour of animated picture books and other films for the very young on the big screen. Siblings and friends are welcome to join.
Friday, December 1310:00 AM—12:00 PMMaker SpaceIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Artist-In-Residence: Poetry Workshop with Ann Taylor
Welcome! Let's make poetry!These sessions on making poetry will involve reading poems together, followed by a discussion of the basics of writing poetry. Students will then have the opportunity to work on their own poems, either those previously written or new poems written during class time.…Learn More
Friday, December 133:30—4:30 PMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
LEGO Club, Grades K-5
Come play with us! We'll try to solve different challenges with a bit of engineering, a touch of creativity, and a whole lot of LEGOs.
Grades K-5; younger children welcome at parents' discretion.
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Saturday, December 1410:00—10:45 AMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Music Time with Miss Kristine, Ages 5 and under
Start your Saturday right! Come by for half an hour of music and movement.
Saturday, December 1411:00 AM—12:30 PMMaker SpaceIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Felt Ornaments
Cut and sew-up felt for winter themed ornaments - great accent pieces for gifts, the tree, your car or just about anywhere. Located in the Makerspace.…Learn More
Saturday, December 141:30—2:30 PMStorytime & Craft RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Level Up, Grades K-5
Come play video games in the Children's Room! Beginners welcome. Join us weekly to try out our Nintendo Switch and a range of games (rated E or E10+).
Saturday, December 143:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Program RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Storytime & Craft RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
A Polar Express Extravaganza: A Family Event
Get in the holiday spirit with a viewing of the movie followed by hot cocoa and cookies. Help us prepare for a special guest! Starting the first week in December, we will have a special art project happening in the Children's Room. We invite everyone to add their marks!No registration required, and all are welcome to attend as space allows.
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Sunday, December 15Closed
In Person at Woburn Public Library
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Monday, December 169:30—10:30 AMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Music Time with Miss Danielle, Ages 3 and under
Ages 3 and under with parents/caregivers.
Space is limited; fill in a ticket at the Children's Desk upon arrival.
Come sing and dance! Music therapist Danielle Doherty joins us from Thom Mystic Valley Early Intervention to model ways caregivers can use song, movement, and instruments with their children in a lively sing along.…Learn More
Monday, December 1611:00—11:45 AMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Storytime & Craft RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Math Mash, Ages 2-5
Let's put the M in STEAM! This weekly story time introduces math concepts to young learners. Come sing and play while exploring counting, patterns, relative size, measuring, estimation, and problem-solving.
Monday, December 1611:00 AM—1:00 PMMaker SpaceIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Armchair Explorer’s Club: Somewhere Warm! Exploring Ruins of Ancient South America.
12/16. Monday 11:00AM. Armchair Explorer’s Club: Somewhere Warm! Exploring Ruins of Ancient South America.
No passport required! Use the library’s Virtual Reality goggles to escape the cold and travel across South America. We’ll visit Teotihuacan, climb to the Temple of the Sun, explore Aztec ruins and seek out ancient moss covered ziggurats.…Learn MoreMonday, December 163:00—6:00 PMTeen RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Nintendo Switch! (Teen)
Join us in the Teen Room to play MarioKart, Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Fortnite, or Brawhalla on our Nintendo Switch. This program is intended for patrons who are in grades 6-12. Monday, December 163:30—4:30 PMStorytime & Craft RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Code Club, Grades 2-5
Come learn to code! Start with the basics and move at your own pace through lessons. Work together as you face challenges. No sign up required (we hope to see you often!), but we may need to share laptops depending on the number of attendees.
Monday, December 164:00—5:30 PMMaker SpaceIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Girls Who Code
In the Maker Space, we are partnering with Girls Who Code to bring free computer science opportunities to girls across our community. Join us this fall to learn coding and the impact you can have on the world with your creations! This program is intended for students grades 6-12.…Learn MoreMonday, December 166:30—8:15 PMStudy Room M15 In Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Woburn Writers' Workshop
Polish your writing in this supportive workshop environment! Contact Morgan at woburnwritersworkshop@gmail. com for more info.
Monday, December 166:30—8:30 PMMaker SpaceIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Felt Ornaments
Cut and sew-up felt for winter themed ornaments - great accent pieces for gifts, the tree, your car or just about anywhere. Located in the Makerspace.…Learn More
Monday, December 167:00—8:30 PMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Wisdom of J.K. Rowling : A Harry Potter Book Club for Adults
December's book : Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban : The series takes a darker turn as Harry encounters powerful enemies and a new ally from his parent's past. We will seek the real magic that the kids miss. In the Wizarding World, tents are much larger on the inside than they appear from the Outside.…Learn More17
Tuesday, December 1711:30 AM—12:00 PMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Baby Songs with Mr. James, Ages 5 and under
Woburn Library favorite, Mr. James Lepler, will have your kids hopping, bopping, and rocking out!
Please fill in a ticket upon arrival.
Tuesday, December 171:00—4:00 PMFireplace South GalleryIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Meet Santa
Take a picture in front of the fireplace with Santa. Before Santa starts his annual world wide tour he'll be visiting the Woburn Library. Come take a picture with Santa in front of the library's historic fireplace. To sign up call the Children's Room…Learn More
Tuesday, December 173:00—5:00 PMTeen RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Teen Crafternoon - Knitting!
Come and Craft with us! Join us at the Teen Room tables to create different things each week! Drop by to work on your own art or explore our weekly arts and craft! These programs are intended for Teens ages 11 to 19. Supplies are limited and available on a first-come-first-serve basis.…Learn More
Tuesday, December 173:30—4:30 PMStorytime & Craft RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Craft Lab, Grades K-5
Join the children's librarian each week for a variety of activities, from science experiments to crafts to engineering challenges.
Drop in, while supplies last.
Ages: For Grades K-5
Tuesday, December 175:30—6:30 PMTeen RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Thingamajiggies Middle School Book Club
Join the Thingamajiggies Middle School Book Club for their next book discussion! December's Book will be chosen at the October meeting! Copies of this book can be picked up at the circulation desk. The Meeting will take place in the Teen Room. Refreshments will be served.…Learn MoreTuesday, December 176:00—6:30 PMMaker SpaceIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
VR Expedition with Santa’s Journey
No passport required! Use the library’s Virtual Reality goggles to see Santa's Journey. Expeditions departing every 20 minutes! Sit and explore time, space and the world! Requires traveler's to be able to sit in a chair and hold the VR goggles to their face and look around.…Learn MoreTuesday, December 176:15—7:30 PMArchivesIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Friends' Meeting
Meeting of the Executive Board of the Friends of the Woburn Public Library.
Tuesday, December 176:30—7:30 PMStorytime & Craft RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
BookEaters: A Book Club for 4th and 5th graders
4th and 5th graders, join us at the library to discuss this month's book over crafts and snacks. Copies of the book are available at the library. Registration is not required, but please sign up to receive reminders and to share any dietary restrictions.
Tuesday, December 176:30—8:00 PMFireplace South GalleryIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
A Victorian Christmas with Diane Taraz
Please join us by the fireplace in the Frizzell Study hall for this festive evening of song and story!Many of our holiday traditions and much of our Christmas music was revived or created during the Victorian era, in the mid-1800's. Diane presents these beloved carols, together with fascinating stories about their origins.…Learn MoreTuesday, December 176:30—7:00 PMMaker SpaceIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
VR Expedition with Santa’s Journey 2
No passport required! Use the library’s Virtual Reality goggles to see Santa's Journey. Expeditions departing every 20 minutes! Sit and explore time, space and the world! Requires traveler's to be able to sit in a chair and hold the VR goggles to their face and look around.…Learn MoreTuesday, December 177:00—7:30 PMMaker SpaceIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
VR Expedition with Santa’s Journey 3
No passport required! Use the library’s Virtual Reality goggles to see Santa's Journey. Expeditions departing every 20 minutes! Sit and explore time, space and the world! Requires traveler's to be able to sit in a chair and hold the VR goggles to their face and look around.…Learn MoreTuesday, December 177:00—8:30 PMMaker SpaceIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Tiny House Luminiaries
Whimsical fairy houses to hide all around the house. This may be the newer, cuter Elf-on-the-Shelf alternative. Located in the Makerspace.…Learn More
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Wednesday, December 1810:00—10:45 AMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Learn and Play, Ages 5 and under
All are welcome. Fill in a ticket at the Children's Desk when you arrive.
PLAYING IS LEARNING
Learn and Play Groups are FREE 45-minute drop-in playgroups for parents/caregivers and their toddler/preschool aged children. Activities include circle time, songs, interactive stories and STEAM based play supporting brain building and language/literacy development.…Learn More
Wednesday, December 185:30—6:15 PMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Storytime & Craft RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
PJ Story Time, Ages 7 and under
Stop by the library and get a jump start on bedtime. Join us for songs, stories, and a hands on activity.
Wednesday, December 185:30—7:00 PMTeen RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Dungeons & Dragons (Teen)
Join us in the Teen Room for student-run Dungeons & Dragons! Dungeons & Dragons is a tabletop fantasy role-playing game. Players create their own characters and are led on an adventure or campaign by a Dungeon Master. The Dungeon Master weaves a story for the player characters and guides them on their adventure.…Learn More
Wednesday, December 186:00—8:00 PMMaker SpaceIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Build LED Menorah/LED Holiday Cards
Use conductive tape and LED to make your own menorah!Wednesday, December 186:30—8:30 PMMaker SpaceIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Open Maker Studio, All Ages
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Do you want to use the maker space for your own project? Come by while we're running our class, and we can help facilitate your creativity! Use our laptops to create designs for the 3D printers, try out the laser cutter or use our sewing machines, our cricut, and other machines and supplies in our ever growing collection.…Learn More
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Thursday, December 1910:00—10:45 AMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Storytime & Craft RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Story Time, Ages 5 and under
Space is limited. Please fill in a ticket when you arrive at the Children's Desk.
Join the children's librarian for a get-up, get-moving story time. This drop-in program for ages 5 and under features stories, songs, rhymes, and a simple craft. Story Time, which runs about 30 minutes, will take place in the Program Room, followed by a 15 minute craft or other hands-on activity in the Story and Craft Room
After our wonderful collaboration with the Senior Center, we've discovered that we love having guest readers! If you are interested in participating, contact Dorrie by phone (781.…Learn More
Thursday, December 1911:00—11:30 AMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Lapsit, Ages 3-12 months
Sing, play, and bounce with your baby to gentle rhymes and stories. After 15-20 minutes of guided time, you and your baby will have a chance to play and socialize with other babies and their grownups.
Please fill in a ticket at the Children's Desk when you arrive.
Thursday, December 1911:00 AM—2:00 PMFireplace South GalleryIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Sensory Friendly Santa
Find meeting Santa elsewhere a little too overwhelming?Come take your picture with Sensory Friendly Santa!Hand deliver your letter. Book your own appointment with no waiting!To sign up call the Children's Room @ (781) 933-0148Thursday, December 193:00—5:00 PMTeen RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
PS4 VR (Teen)
Join us in the Teen Room to experience Virtual Reality! We will be using our PS4 to play VR games. This program is intended for patrons who are in grades 6-12. Thursday, December 193:30—5:00 PMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Gingerbread Construction, Ages 12 and under
Come build a gingerbread house! Materials will be provided, but bring any extra candy you'd like to add. We'll do our best to keep things nut-free, but be aware of possible allergens. Drop in while supplies last.
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Friday, December 2010:00—10:30 AMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Friday Flicks, Ages 5 and under
Drop in to watch half an hour of animated picture books and other films for the very young on the big screen. Siblings and friends are welcome to join.
Friday, December 2010:00 AM—12:00 PMMaker SpaceIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Artist-In-Residence: Poetry Workshop with Ann Taylor
Welcome! Let's make poetry!These sessions on making poetry will involve reading poems together, followed by a discussion of the basics of writing poetry. Students will then have the opportunity to work on their own poems, either those previously written or new poems written during class time.…Learn More
Friday, December 2011:00—11:45 AMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Toddler Time, Ages 1&2
Join us for a get-up, get-moving story time for the newly mobile! Drop in; please fill in a ticket upon arrival.
Friday, December 203:30—4:30 PMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
LEGO Club, Grades K-5
Come play with us! We'll try to solve different challenges with a bit of engineering, a touch of creativity, and a whole lot of LEGOs.
Grades K-5; younger children welcome at parents' discretion.
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Saturday, December 2111:00 AM—1:00 PMMaker SpaceIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
POSTPONED: String Art
POSTPONED: Date TBDWood blocks, nails, and embroidery string - these simple materials combined with the gentlest of instructions make for a pretty piece of decor. Located in the Makerspace.
Saturday, December 211:30—2:30 PMStorytime & Craft RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Level Up, Grades K-5
Come play video games in the Children's Room! Beginners welcome. Join us weekly to try out our Nintendo Switch and a range of games (rated E or E10+).
Saturday, December 212:00—5:00 PMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
William H. Dexter's Artist Reception
William's art has been on display throughout November. Here's your chance to meet the artist and check out his gorgeous compositions one more time. ..
Saturday, December 214:00—5:00 PMStorytime & Craft RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Family Craft: Solstice Snow Globes
Drop in each month to work together and create!September 21: WeavingOctober 19: Block Print Goodie BagsNovember 16: KaliedoscopesDecember 21: Solstice Snow Globes
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Sunday, December 22Closed
In Person at Woburn Public Library
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Monday, December 2310:00—10:45 AMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Storytime & Craft RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Seasonal Sing Along
Join us for a special, seasonal story time! We will have half an hour of songs and stories (mostly songs!), and we'll convene after for cookie decorating.
Monday, December 233:00—6:00 PMTeen RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Nintendo Switch! (Teen)
Join us in the Teen Room to play MarioKart, Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Fortnite, or Brawhalla on our Nintendo Switch. This program is intended for patrons who are in grades 6-12. Monday, December 233:30—4:30 PMStorytime & Craft RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Code Club, Grades 2-5
Come learn to code! Start with the basics and move at your own pace through lessons. Work together as you face challenges. No sign up required (we hope to see you often!), but we may need to share laptops depending on the number of attendees.
Monday, December 236:30—8:30 PMMaker SpaceIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
String Art
Wood blocks, nails, and embroidery string - these simple materials combined with the gentlest of instructions make for a pretty piece of decor. Located in the Makerspace.
Monday, December 237:00—8:30 PMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Holiday Sing Thing
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Do you love to sing? We sure do! Join us for a fun evening of singing holiday music - lots of old favorites and a couple new ones. Be part of our singing community to celebrate this magical season!…Learn More24
Tuesday, December 24Closed
In Person at Woburn Public Library
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Wednesday, December 25Closed
In Person at Woburn Public Library
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Thursday, December 2610:00—10:45 AMStorytime & Craft RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Drop in Crafting, Ages 5 and under
Get out of the house and join us for assorted crafts!
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Friday, December 2710:00—10:30 AMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Friday Flicks, Ages 5 and under
Drop in to watch half an hour of animated picture books and other films for the very young on the big screen. Siblings and friends are welcome to join.
Friday, December 2711:00—11:45 AMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Music Around The World with Little Ones, Ages 2 and under
Open a world of different cultures through music and movement with Global Children School! Parents and their little ones will be exposed to different songs, languages, movements, and traditional games. They will be working all the developmental domains especially motor, language and social areas.…Learn MoreFriday, December 273:30—4:30 PMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
LEGO Club, Grades K-5
Come play with us! We'll try to solve different challenges with a bit of engineering, a touch of creativity, and a whole lot of LEGOs.
Grades K-5; younger children welcome at parents' discretion.
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Saturday, December 281:30—2:30 PMStorytime & Craft RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Level Up, Grades K-5
Come play video games in the Children's Room! Beginners welcome. Join us weekly to try out our Nintendo Switch and a range of games (rated E or E10+).
Saturday, December 284:00—4:45 PMStorytime & Craft RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Virtual Expeditions, Ages 10-14
Come try out our Google Expedition VR -- stay in your chair, but travel the world! This month? We're traveling to London where the holidays are dazzlingly bright!Each session we'll visit an exciting new locale, including museums, historical sites, events from the past, and maybe even.…Learn More
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Sunday, December 29Closed
In Person at Woburn Public Library
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Monday, December 3010:00 AM—12:00 PMStorytime & Craft RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Hanukkah Crafts: Families with children 12 and under
Let's honor the last day of Hanukkah by creating menorahs and other such things. Drop in as space and supplies allow.
Monday, December 303:00—6:00 PMTeen RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Nintendo Switch! (Teen)
Join us in the Teen Room to play MarioKart, Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Fortnite, or Brawhalla on our Nintendo Switch. This program is intended for patrons who are in grades 6-12. Monday, December 304:30—6:00 PMMaker SpaceIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Tiny House Luminiaries
Whimsical fairy houses to hide all around the house. This may be the newer, cuter Elf-on-the-Shelf alternative. Located in the Makerspace.…Learn More
Monday, December 307:00—8:30 PMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Monophonic Symphony: a Ukulele Band for Beginner/Intermediate Players
The Monophonic Symphony: A Ukulele Band for Beginner/Intermediate Players. The search is on for newer musicians who want to get better and do it in a semi-public venue. Like to sing? This band will need singers! Led by Rebecca Meehan, who is also new to the ukulele (but not to other instruments), this band will focus on simple chords and strumming patterns.…Learn More31
Tuesday, December 3111:30 AM—12:15 PMProgram RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Storytime & Craft RoomIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Noon Year's Eve!
Let's celebrate New Year's Eve at a more bedtime friendly hour! Join us for crafts, sparkling cider, and a countdown.
Tuesday, December 315:30—9:00 PMThe LibraryIn Person at Woburn Public Library45 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA, 01801
Early Closing
The library will close at 5:30 on New Year's Eve.