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Character Chase Scavenger Hunt
Visit the TalkReadPlay Center to join in the Character Chase Scavenger Hunt all month long! Stop by the Children's Desk to get started and then find all of the favorite book characters hiding in the TalkReadPlay Center. Participants who find all of the characters will earn a prize!
Teen Time
Teen Time
Teen Time is a cool event series for teens and “tweens” that’s set to take place every Monday in the library's new Teen Space! We're starting on Valentine's Day with a catapult contest involving conversation hearts. Every week, drop in between 5-7pm to participate in a fun activity or try your hand at a craft […]
Hooks & Needles
Hooks & Needles
Every Monday knitters and crocheters of all skill levels are invited to work on current projects in a friendly atmosphere. Instruction will be provided if this is a new skill for you! Just bring your hooks or needles - yarn will be provided!
1 event,
Tiny Art Show – PICK UP
**As of Friday, 3/4 all kits have been claimed** You can be a part of our very first Tiny Art Show! Anyone ages 13 and up come to the library between March 1st through March 10th to pick up your Tiny Art kit from the reference desk while supplies last. Feel free to use any […]
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2 events,
Reading with Rover
Reading with Rover
Visit the TalkReadPlay Center to read with specially trained therapy dogs every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month! Stop in, pick a few books, and curl up with a furry friend to read.
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Teen CASH
Teen CASH
Teen CASH (or "Casual After School Hang") is an event series for teens and “tweens” that’s set to take place every Monday in the library’s new Teen Space! Every week starting, drop in between 3:30-5:30pm to participate in a fun activity or try your hand at a new kind of craft — there’ll be something new […]
Hooks & Needles
Hooks & Needles
Every Monday knitters and crocheters of all skill levels are invited to work on current projects in a friendly atmosphere. Instruction will be provided if this is a new skill for you! Just bring your hooks or needles - yarn will be provided!
2 events,
Writers Workshop
Writers Workshop
Writers Workshop will meet once a month for all ages wanting to improve writing and share their writing pieces. There will be a mix of short lessons, practice writings, and small group work, as well as sharing and critiquing individual pieces. In past years, we have put together a class book of our writing and […]
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Tiny Art Show – DROP OFF
If you picked up one of our Tiny Art Show kits, this is a friendly reminder to return your art to the library's reference desk between March 11th - 20th! We are very excited to see what you made! We cannot wait to display your artwork at the library. We hope that everyone who picked […]
2 events,
Read with a Firefighter
Read with a Firefighter
Stop in to the TalkReadPlay Center on Saturday, March 12 from 10am-11am to read with one of Watertown Fire Department's firefighters! This is a program for all ages. Enjoy this fun opportunity to meet and read with a local firefighter!
1 event,
5 events,
Bookworms Book Club
Bookworms Book Club
We're teaming up with the Watertown Senior Center to bring a new book club to town! Join the Bookworms Book Club the second Monday of each month at the Senior Center (514 S. 1st St.) at 1:00 pm. Coffee will be available. In March we will be discussing All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr.
Teen CASH
Teen CASH
Teen CASH (or "Casual After School Hang") is an event series for teens and “tweens” that’s set to take place every Monday in the library’s new Teen Space! Every week starting, drop in between 3:30-5:30pm to participate in a fun activity or try your hand at a new kind of craft — there’ll be something new […]
1 event,
2 events,
Computer Basics
Computer Basics
In this class you will learn to log into the library computers, pick a web browser, and enter addresses for websites. We will also open a word document. We may also have time for your questions also! Registration is required.
3 events,
Teen Library Council
Teen Library Council
And we’re back! The Teen Library Council (TLC) is set to meet on Thursday, March 17th at 5:30pm in the library’s *NEW* Teen Space! If you haven’t come to a meeting before, it’s always a good time to start. The TLC helps library staff plan fun events and choose which books get added to the YA […]
Reading with Rover
Reading with Rover
Visit the TalkReadPlay Center to read with specially trained therapy dogs every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month! Stop in, pick a few books, and curl up with a furry friend to read.
1 event,
1 event,
1 event,
2 events,
Teen CASH
Teen CASH
Teen CASH (or "Casual After School Hang") is an event series for teens and “tweens” that’s set to take place every Monday in the library’s new Teen Space! Every week starting, drop in between 3:30-5:30pm to participate in a fun activity or try your hand at a new kind of craft — there’ll be something new […]
Hooks & Needles
Hooks & Needles
Every Monday knitters and crocheters of all skill levels are invited to work on current projects in a friendly atmosphere. Instruction will be provided if this is a new skill for you! Just bring your hooks or needles - yarn will be provided!
0 events,
3 events,
Tiny Art Show – OPENING!
March 23rd is the first day our Tiny Art Show will be on display! You can find it on the second level of the library by our new fireplace. We are excited to be sharing local art from members of our very own community in our first ever Tiny Art Show!
Homeschool Wednesdays
Homeschool Wednesdays
We are excited to again offer a fun and educational program just for our Homeschool families! Registration is required for the program and these programs are geared toward families homeschooling in the preschool and elementary school ages. Monthly themes will be listed as available.
Teen Homeschool Wednesdays
Teen Homeschool Wednesdays
We are excited to again offer a fun and educational program just for our Homeschool families! Registration is required for the program and these programs are geared toward families homeschooling in the middle and high school ages. Monthly themes will be listed as available. March 23: Rubber Band Rubber Duck April 20: Seed Bombs May 18: […]
2 events,
Tackle Technology
Tackle Technology
Bring your tablet and smartphone questions. We will try to help you understand your devices better! Registration is required.
Teen Plot-Luck
Teen Plot-Luck
It's a plot-luck! Bring whatever you're reading (or whatever you once read) to share your thoughts with the group. Is it something we should add to our TBR, or is it something to avoid? Share! (Please note that this event is intended for those aged 11 to 18).
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Spring Break Scavenger Hunt
Stop in to the TalkReadPlay Center during Spring Break week to try your hand at our Spring Break Scavenger Hunt! When you come in, head to the Children's Desk to get started. Friends who complete the hunt will earn a prize! One prize per person please.
“Respect” Movie Matinee & Ice Cream
“Respect” Movie Matinee & Ice Cream
Calling all adults! Treat yourself to a day at the library! Come for a free showing of the movie "Respect" in our Community Room, and enjoy free ice cream and popcorn! Drinks will not be provided. The movie is rated PG-13 and has a running time of 145 minutes.
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6 events,
Spring Break…into PS4 Gaming!
*NOTE: At this time, participation is limited to those aged between 11 and 18!* Calling all teens and "tweens!" We've set up our PS4 for gaming, and we're inviting you to play in our Gaming Lounge! Visit the following site to sign up for any of the available one-hour appointments between March 28th and April […]
Spring Break Crafternoons
Spring Break Crafternoons
Starting March 28th through the 31st, teens and "tweens" are invited to stop by the library's Teen Space every weekday to try a new craft! Registration isn't required, and each day's craft will be available to make while supplies last. Here's a glimpse at what we'll be doing: 3/28 - Origami Spring Bookmarks ( . […]
Teen CASH
Teen CASH
Teen CASH (or "Casual After School Hang") is an event series for teens and “tweens” that’s set to take place every Monday in the library’s new Teen Space! Every week starting, drop in between 3:30-5:30pm to participate in a fun activity or try your hand at a new kind of craft — there’ll be something new […]
4 events,
Read with a Police Officer
Read with a Police Officer
Stop in to the TalkReadPlay Center on Tuesday, March 29 from 10am-11am to read with one of Watertown Police Department's police officers! This is a program for all ages. Enjoy this fun opportunity to meet and read with a local police officer!
Spring Break Crafternoons
Spring Break Crafternoons
Starting March 28th through the 31st, teens and "tweens" are invited to stop by the library's Teen Space every weekday to try a new craft! Registration isn't required, and each day's craft will be available to make while supplies last. Here's a glimpse at what we'll be doing: 3/28 - Origami Spring Bookmarks ( . […]
5 events,
Spring Break Crafternoons
Spring Break Crafternoons
Starting March 28th through the 31st, teens and "tweens" are invited to stop by the library's Teen Space every weekday to try a new craft! Registration isn't required, and each day's craft will be available to make while supplies last. Here's a glimpse at what we'll be doing: 3/28 - Origami Spring Bookmarks ( . […]
Teen (without) Homework! Help!
Teen (without) Homework! Help!
Calling all teens and "tweens!" If you're on Spring Break without anything to do, come to the library to beat the boredom! We'll be playing games all afternoon, from 2:30-6:30pm. Drop in and drop out as you please. No registration required!
Bookies Book Club
Bookies Book Club
The Bookies Book Club meets the last Wednesday of each month at 6:00 pm. All adults are welcome to join! In 2022 we will be discussing: January 26 - The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead February 23 - The Giver of Stars by Jojo Moyes March 30 - Speak, Okinawa by Elizabeth Miki Brina April 27 - Nothing to See Here by Kevin […]
5 events,
Creative Zone Kids Crafts
Stop in to the TalkReadPlay Center Creative Zone for a drop-in Kids Craft day anytime on Thursday, March 31st! Crafting fun for everyone!
Spring Break Crafternoons
Spring Break Crafternoons
Starting March 28th through the 31st, teens and "tweens" are invited to stop by the library's Teen Space every weekday to try a new craft! Registration isn't required, and each day's craft will be available to make while supplies last. Here's a glimpse at what we'll be doing: 3/28 - Origami Spring Bookmarks ( . […]
Dungeons & Dragons Interest Meet-Up
Dungeons & Dragons Interest Meet-Up
Interested in playing or learning how to play DnD? Join us in the Conference Room at 6PM on 3/31 to help decide how the library can jumpstart a regular group (or set of groups) for Dungeons & Dragons! This event is intended for teens and adults; however, all who are interested in playing are welcome. Registration […]
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Love Your Library Photo Contest
To celebrate National Library Week, we want to see photos of what YOU love about your new library! Do you have a favorite cozy spot? A favorite new chair? A favorite light fixture? We want to see it! Submit your entry (one per person, please) to askrefwt@watertownpubliclibrary.org. The photos will be posted on our website […]
Spring Break Family Movie: Sing 2
Spring Break Family Movie: Sing 2
Join us in the library Community Room for a brand new family movie... SING 2!! (PG 112 min) Bring blankets, pillows, drinks, and other snacks (if you want!) and we will provide freshly popped popcorn! Come enjoy this new release at the library to round out your Spring Break week.
Spring Break Manga/Book Swap
Spring Break Manga/Book Swap
Dust off your old manga and trade for something different. Bring any of your other gently-used YA books, too! Exchange rate: 1 for 1 -- or donate a part of your collection to the library! Manga swapping will be subject to availability. (Please note: Manga will not be available to purchase. Trades only!).
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