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2 events,
Read with B93.3
Read with B93.3
Join us in the TalkReadPlay Center programming room for a special storytime with a special guest... one of the radio jockey's from B93.3 will be reading to kids on the radio and in the library at 11:30am! Come enjoy the special reading as it's being broadcast and enter to win a prize basket when you […]
Pride & Ally Button Making Party
Pride & Ally Button Making Party
Join us June 1st in the maker space any time between 3PM and 5PM for a Pride button making party to celebrate the beginning of Pride Month! Members of the LGBTQIA+ community and Allies of all ages are welcome! At this program you can make up to 3 buttons. Choose from the 50 designs we […]
1 event,
Reading with Rover
Reading with Rover
Children can improve their reading skills and make a new, furry, four-legged friend by reading aloud to a licensed therapy dogs! No registration needed, just drop in for some one-on-one time with a canine friend.
3 events,
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!
Cinema Club
Cinema Club
We are excited to host the first official meeting of our new Cinema Club! Join us this month as we watch the 1927 silent film classic, Metropolis. Run time: approx. 2 hours, 25 minutes. Please stick around afterwards for a discussion time about the film.
1 event,
Little University Storytime
Little University Storytime
Little University Storytimes are geared towards children ages 2-5 (but all ages are welcome!). This program's focus is to incorporate stories, songs, rhymes, crafts, music and movement to promote pre-literacy skills, fine & gross motor skills, and foster a love of reading at an early age. Storytimes are the same theme both Tuesdays and Thursdays […]
2 events,
Teen Craft Kits
Get ready for a summer filled with fun crafts to try at home! We're making new Teen Craft Kits available for pickup every other Wednesday starting June 8th through the end of July! Featured crafts will include: Starting June 8th: Woodland Bead Pets Starting June 22nd: Solar System Bracelets Starting July 6th: Mickey Mouse Cookies Starting July […]
Camp Library
Camp Library
Calling all kids entering Kindergarten through 5th grades!! Camp Library is full of fun for everyone every Wednesday afternoon this summer! Each week is a different game, craft or activity just for our elementary school age friends. June 8: Tie Dyeing! (Please bring 1 item that is 100% cotton to dye!) June 15: Ocean Jars June […]
4 events,
Baby Bounce
Baby Bounce
Baby Bounce brings caregivers and babies together for 45 minutes of rhymes, songs, books, bubbles and play! Our focus is on pre-literacy skills, socialization, and fine & gross motor skills. Siblings are always welcome!
Little University Storytime
Little University Storytime
Little University Storytimes are geared towards children ages 2-5 (but all ages are welcome!). This program's focus is to incorporate stories, songs, rhymes, crafts, music and movement to promote pre-literacy skills, fine & gross motor skills, and foster a love of reading at an early age. Storytimes are the same theme both Tuesdays and Thursdays […]
Teen Time
Teen Time
Teen Time is a ridiculously fun event series that's set to take place every Thursday at 1PM in the Teen Space from June 9th to July 28th! Every week will feature a new activity, including: June 9th = Remote Control Car Racing June 16th = Minute to Win It June 23rd = Bottle Rockets June 30th = Infinity Gauntlets July […]
1 event,
Friday Family Flicks
Friday Family Flicks
Free movies will be shown in the Community Room on Friday afternoons all summer! Popcorn will be provided. Bring your own drinks, extra snacks, blankets or pillows to get cozy as well if you choose. June 10 - Space Jam: A New Legacy (PG 115 min) June 17 - Clifford the Big Red Dog (PG […]
3 events,
Nature’s Niche
Nature’s Niche
This engaging and informative program, titled "Rainforests and Oceans", will focus on the rainforest habitats that exist around oceans and the animals that live in those habitats. Plan on seeing up to 30 species of animals, including a 15 foot snake, a large land tortoise, tropical birds, lizards and more!
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. In June we will be discussing Take My Hand by Dolen Perkins-Valdez.
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!
4 events,
Little University Storytime
Little University Storytime
Little University Storytimes are geared towards children ages 2-5 (but all ages are welcome!). This program's focus is to incorporate stories, songs, rhymes, crafts, music and movement to promote pre-literacy skills, fine & gross motor skills, and foster a love of reading at an early age. Storytimes are the same theme both Tuesdays and Thursdays […]
Mess Hall Mystery Lunch
Mess Hall Mystery Lunch
Join us for a Camp Mess Hall lunch experience! From camp activities to campfires... all things camp will be celebrated during the Mystery Lunch. Registration is required and is limited. Ages 7-11. ** Please only sign up for one of the Mystery Lunches to give as many children as possible the chance to experience the […]
Teen Summer Flicks
Teen Summer Flicks
Every other Tuesday @ 1PM (starting June 14th through July 26th), we'll be showing young adult movies in the Teen Space! For each event, we'll give you a choice between two teen summer flicks, and the assembled "audience" will vote for their pick at showtime. Options will include: Tues, June 14th = Jungle Cruise (PG-13) or Jurassic […]
2 events,
Camp Library
Camp Library
Calling all kids entering Kindergarten through 5th grades!! Camp Library is full of fun for everyone every Wednesday afternoon this summer! Each week is a different game, craft or activity just for our elementary school age friends. June 8: Tie Dyeing! (Please bring 1 item that is 100% cotton to dye!) June 15: Ocean Jars June […]
Little Owl Wise Owl Kick Off
Little Owl Wise Owl Kick Off
Little Owl Wise Owl is a reading program that we pair Little Owl Readers (K-4th) with Wise Owl Readers (teen volunteers). Owl Buddies will meet at the Kick Off and schedule reading dates and times to meet in the library with their Owl Buddies. Owl Buddies will read together throughout the summer and create their […]
4 events,
Baby Bounce
Baby Bounce
Baby Bounce brings caregivers and babies together for 45 minutes of rhymes, songs, books, bubbles and play! Our focus is on pre-literacy skills, socialization, and fine & gross motor skills. Siblings are always welcome!
Little University Storytime
Little University Storytime
Little University Storytimes are geared towards children ages 2-5 (but all ages are welcome!). This program's focus is to incorporate stories, songs, rhymes, crafts, music and movement to promote pre-literacy skills, fine & gross motor skills, and foster a love of reading at an early age. Storytimes are the same theme both Tuesdays and Thursdays […]
Teen Time
Teen Time
Teen Time is a ridiculously fun event series that's set to take place every Thursday at 1PM in the Teen Space from June 9th to July 28th! Every week will feature a new activity, including: June 9th = Remote Control Car Racing June 16th = Minute to Win It June 23rd = Bottle Rockets June 30th = Infinity Gauntlets July […]
5 events,
Read, Rhyme, Rhythm
Read, Rhyme, Rhythm
Get ready to dance with summer sessions of Read, Rhyme, Rhythm storytimes with Beth Mueller, educator and dance instructor! Children will listen to stories and recreate the movements of book characters through movement and dance. Ages 3-5, no registration necessary.
Movie Matinee: “Rocketman”
Movie Matinee: “Rocketman”
Calling all adults! Treat yourself to a day at the library! Come for a free showing of the movie "Rocketman" in our Community Room, and enjoy free ice cream and popcorn! Drinks will not be provided. The movie is rated R and has a running time of 121 minutes.
Friday Family Flicks
Friday Family Flicks
Free movies will be shown in the Community Room on Friday afternoons all summer! Popcorn will be provided. Bring your own drinks, extra snacks, blankets or pillows to get cozy as well if you choose. June 10 - Space Jam: A New Legacy (PG 115 min) June 17 - Clifford the Big Red Dog (PG […]
3 events,
StoryCorps Interviews
This is an amazing opportunity to record your story with an interview partner of your choice for the StoryCorp program! Recordings will take place at the Watertown Public Library on Monday, June 20 all day. Interviews will be facilitated by Angela Meyers of the Bridges Library System. To reserve your time, visit www.tinyurl.com/WPLStoryCorps. For specific questions […]
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,
Little University Storytime
Little University Storytime
Little University Storytimes are geared towards children ages 2-5 (but all ages are welcome!). This program's focus is to incorporate stories, songs, rhymes, crafts, music and movement to promote pre-literacy skills, fine & gross motor skills, and foster a love of reading at an early age. Storytimes are the same theme both Tuesdays and Thursdays […]
Family Fun Night: Drive-In Movie
Family Fun Night: Drive-In Movie
Stop in to make a "car-dboard" box car to pull up for a drive in movie in the Library Community Room. Create your cars first, then snack on some popcorn and watch a fun short movie in your cars! All supplies and popcorn provided. Feel free to bring additional snacks and/or drinks.
3 events,
Teen Craft Kits
Get ready for a summer filled with fun crafts to try at home! We're making new Teen Craft Kits available for pickup every other Wednesday starting June 8th through the end of July! Featured crafts will include: Starting June 8th: Woodland Bead Pets Starting June 22nd: Solar System Bracelets Starting July 6th: Mickey Mouse Cookies Starting July […]
Camp Library
Camp Library
Calling all kids entering Kindergarten through 5th grades!! Camp Library is full of fun for everyone every Wednesday afternoon this summer! Each week is a different game, craft or activity just for our elementary school age friends. June 8: Tie Dyeing! (Please bring 1 item that is 100% cotton to dye!) June 15: Ocean Jars June […]
Love is Love Zine Workshop
Love is Love Zine Workshop
Teens meet in the Maker Space/Teen Gaming Room on June 22nd between 3pm and 5pm to create your own Zine! What is a Zine? A zine (/ziːn/ ZEEN; short for magazine or fanzine) is a small-circulation self-published work of original or appropriated texts and images, usually reproduced via a copy machine. The prompt for your […]
4 events,
Baby Bounce
Baby Bounce
Baby Bounce brings caregivers and babies together for 45 minutes of rhymes, songs, books, bubbles and play! Our focus is on pre-literacy skills, socialization, and fine & gross motor skills. Siblings are always welcome!
Little University Storytime
Little University Storytime
Little University Storytimes are geared towards children ages 2-5 (but all ages are welcome!). This program's focus is to incorporate stories, songs, rhymes, crafts, music and movement to promote pre-literacy skills, fine & gross motor skills, and foster a love of reading at an early age. Storytimes are the same theme both Tuesdays and Thursdays […]
Teen Time
Teen Time
Teen Time is a ridiculously fun event series that's set to take place every Thursday at 1PM in the Teen Space from June 9th to July 28th! Every week will feature a new activity, including: June 9th = Remote Control Car Racing June 16th = Minute to Win It June 23rd = Bottle Rockets June 30th = Infinity Gauntlets July […]
3 events,
Project Sunshine: Send a Smile
"Project Sunshine" is a run of all-day programs in the Teen Space aimed at spreading joy throughout the summer season! On Friday, June 24th, visit the Teen Space to craft a card with us, and we'll give you a stamp to send it on to someone special! (Participation is limited to those aged 11-18; supplies […]
Read, Rhyme, Rhythm
Read, Rhyme, Rhythm
Get ready to dance with summer sessions of Read, Rhyme, Rhythm storytimes with Beth Mueller, educator and dance instructor! Children will listen to stories and recreate the movements of book characters through movement and dance. Ages 3-5, no registration necessary.
Friday Family Flicks
Friday Family Flicks
Free movies will be shown in the Community Room on Friday afternoons all summer! Popcorn will be provided. Bring your own drinks, extra snacks, blankets or pillows to get cozy as well if you choose. June 10 - Space Jam: A New Legacy (PG 115 min) June 17 - Clifford the Big Red Dog (PG […]
1 event,
Grand Opening Celebration
Grand Opening Celebration
Join us for our Grand Opening Celebration! A ribbon cutting ceremony will take place at 9:00 am, followed by activities throughout the day! We will have balloon twisters, glitter tattoos, face painting, hot dogs and more! Come check out the new library and celebrate with us!
3 events,
Love is Love Zine Gallery
Zines made at the Love is Love Zine Workshop on June 22 will be on display for viewing in a collaborative Gallery during the last week of June from the 27th to the 30th. The gallery will be set up on the lower level of the library with a "Grand Opening" event taking place on […]
Magician Matthew Teague
Magician Matthew Teague
Magician Matthew Teague's "What If?" show is a magic show about following your dreams and the power of imagination. This is a must for all ages!
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!
4 events,
Little University Storytime
Little University Storytime
Little University Storytimes are geared towards children ages 2-5 (but all ages are welcome!). This program's focus is to incorporate stories, songs, rhymes, crafts, music and movement to promote pre-literacy skills, fine & gross motor skills, and foster a love of reading at an early age. Storytimes are the same theme both Tuesdays and Thursdays […]
Teen Summer Flicks
Teen Summer Flicks
Every other Tuesday @ 1PM (starting June 14th through July 26th), we'll be showing young adult movies in the Teen Space! For each event, we'll give you a choice between two teen summer flicks, and the assembled "audience" will vote for their pick at showtime. Options will include: Tues, June 14th = Jungle Cruise (PG-13) or Jurassic […]
Tackle Technology
Tackle Technology
Bring your technology questions and we will try to help with your smartphone and tablet questions! Registration is required.
4 events,
Camp Library
Camp Library
Calling all kids entering Kindergarten through 5th grades!! Camp Library is full of fun for everyone every Wednesday afternoon this summer! Each week is a different game, craft or activity just for our elementary school age friends. June 8: Tie Dyeing! (Please bring 1 item that is 100% cotton to dye!) June 15: Ocean Jars June […]
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 […]
Teen Book Club
Teen Book Club
Bring whatever you've been reading to the Teen Space to discuss; we'll bring food! You might wonder: what counts? Novels? YES! Graphics? YES! Manga? YES! (See a trend?).
4 events,
Baby Bounce
Baby Bounce
Baby Bounce brings caregivers and babies together for 45 minutes of rhymes, songs, books, bubbles and play! Our focus is on pre-literacy skills, socialization, and fine & gross motor skills. Siblings are always welcome!
Little University Storytime
Little University Storytime
Little University Storytimes are geared towards children ages 2-5 (but all ages are welcome!). This program's focus is to incorporate stories, songs, rhymes, crafts, music and movement to promote pre-literacy skills, fine & gross motor skills, and foster a love of reading at an early age. Storytimes are the same theme both Tuesdays and Thursdays […]
Teen Time
Teen Time
Teen Time is a ridiculously fun event series that's set to take place every Thursday at 1PM in the Teen Space from June 9th to July 28th! Every week will feature a new activity, including: June 9th = Remote Control Car Racing June 16th = Minute to Win It June 23rd = Bottle Rockets June 30th = Infinity Gauntlets July […]
2 events,
Read, Rhyme, Rhythm
Read, Rhyme, Rhythm
Get ready to dance with summer sessions of Read, Rhyme, Rhythm storytimes with Beth Mueller, educator and dance instructor! Children will listen to stories and recreate the movements of book characters through movement and dance. Ages 3-5, no registration necessary.
Friday Family Flicks
Friday Family Flicks
Free movies will be shown in the Community Room on Friday afternoons all summer! Popcorn will be provided. Bring your own drinks, extra snacks, blankets or pillows to get cozy as well if you choose. June 10 - Space Jam: A New Legacy (PG 115 min) June 17 - Clifford the Big Red Dog (PG […]
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