Arts and Culture

Join us in the Children's Room for a fun craft and related stories. For more information, call 617-349-4010. This program is recommended for ages 5-10.

December Selection: In the midst of winter by Isabel Allende

The climate is changing, and we're all here on the planet together.

Our monthly "Graphics Are Great!" book group is for kids aged 8-12.

This month's book: 

This week's selection: The Bible, Numbers

Join the Collins Branch Library in collaboration with the Cambridge Climate Leaders Initiative for a monthly discussion of a climate-related topic.

November selection: Erasure by Percival Everett

Join us for stories and a craft to celebrate the shortest day of the year. Come read, sing, craft and welcome back the light! 

 

Family Friendly event Celebrating the Winter Solstice with Crafts and Cocoa.

Back by popular demand!

Celebrate the shortest day of the year and the beginning of the winter season! Join us for a seasonal story, a winter nature craft and a cozy treat.

Join the Central Square Book Group!

This Month's Read: Blackheart Man by Nalo Hopkinson

December Selection: The River We Remember by William Kent Krueger.

Join us to watch a movie on Central Square Library's big screen and eat free popcorn! Past screenings have included popular action and comedy movies. No registration required.

Come to the Library to create something special!

Join us for a cozy craft at the O'Connell Branch!

Join us over winter vacation for a family movie at the Library!

We will be screening Dog Man - PG  (Dreamworks, 2025). Snacks will be provided.

 

 

Celebrate the start of 2026 without staying awake until midnight! Play games and create crafts with friends, family and neighbors. For children of all ages and their caregivers.

Come to the Library for games and a different activity each week!

Join us for a community building party at Valente as we build structures with LEGOS, wooden sticks, cards, and any other materials we can get our hands on!

Did you know you can vote for a winner in the Massachusetts Children's Book Award each year?