Waltham Public Library
Upcoming Events
Baby Storytime Presents: Play and Learn Session with Sleep Consultant Bethany Barba
Come join Bethany Barba of The Dream Queen, a top-rated pediatric sleep consultant and local Waltham mom, for a baby sleep information session on how to improve your child's sleep for nights and naps in 7 days or less!
Waltham Room Open Hours
Our archivist will be available to help answer your local history and genealogy questions. Please keep in mind that some research may require advance notice. Email walthamroom@minlib. net with any questions about getting started. Please note that the Waltham Room will be open for local history/genealogy research only.
English At Large Conversation Group
English At Large Conversation Groups are for intermediate or advanced level English language learners to practice speaking and listening for 90 minutes once per week. Conversation groups are not classes, but rather focus on practicing English speaking and listening skills.…Learn More
Youth Connections
Youth Connections is an education, job, and training program for eligible young adults between the ages of 17-24. Our team will work one-on-one with clients to help them discover their career pathway, learn valuable on-the-job skills, and gain work experience.…Learn More
Book an Hour with our Laser Cutter
Registration to use the Laser Cutter is mandatory. In order to use the laser cutter during our Open Maker Sessions, you must have already taken the Laser Cutter 101 class. If you have taken the 101 class and would like to use laser cutter on a different day, please email Todd.…Learn More
🎨 Teen Crafternoon: Fuse Beads 🎨
🎨 April Crafternoons 🎨Join us at 4PM for some hands-on creative fun this month!Tuesday 4/7 – Shrinky PlasticMonday 4/13 – Fuse BeadsTuesday 4/21 – Clay ArtThursday 4/30 – CrochetAll supplies provided! Just show up ready to create! ✂️🖌️#WalthamMA #WalthamLibraryThese programs are generously supported by the Friends of the Waltham Public Library.…Learn More
Book an Hour with our Laser Cutter
Registration to use the Laser Cutter is mandatory. In order to use the laser cutter during our Open Maker Sessions, you must have already taken the Laser Cutter 101 class. If you have taken the 101 class and would like to use laser cutter on a different day, please email Todd.…Learn More
Intermediate ESOL Class
Group intermediate ESOL instruction with volunteer Ms. BP. Inquire in the literacy classroom about registration
Papercraft Flowers (Ages 8+)
**Registration is Required**This class is for ages 8+. Younger participants will be welcome if they are accompanied and assisted by a parent or guardian. A fun time to make some bouquets that won't wilt after a few days. If you register for an event and realize later that you are unable to attend, please make sure to cancel your registration or reach out to Todd at tstrauss@minlib.…Learn More
Youth Connections
Youth Connections is an education, job, and training program for eligible young adults between the ages of 17-24. Our team will work one-on-one with clients to help them discover their career pathway, learn valuable on-the-job skills, and gain work experience.…Learn More
Kids' Makers Club: Papermaking/Papel hecho a mano
Celebrate Earth Day by learning how paper is made--and making some to take home! Recommended for ages 5 and up. / Celebra el Día de la Tierra descubriendo cómo se hace el papel… ¡y crea el tuyo para llevar a casa! Recomendado para mayores de 5 años.
🌈 OUT Metrowest Waltham Satellite 🌈
OUT MetroWest welcomes LGBTQ+ youth (ages middle and high school) to join us for games and crafts at the Waltham Public Library in the Lecture Hall!Thursday, April 16th from 3-5PM
Intermediate ESOL Class
Group intermediate ESOL instruction with volunteer Ms. BP. Inquire in the literacy classroom about registration
Laser Cutter/Engraver 101: How to & Safety (For Ages 16+)
**Registration is Required**You must be 16 years or older to register for this event. This class is part of the required training to use the laser cutter independently during one of our future open sessions. In this training, you will learn laser cutter safety, how to set up a job, what materials can be used, and how to design a simple project.…Learn More
Fabric Painting with Stencils with Artist Matt Mello
Design unique clothing, accessories and more by painting and stenciling onto fabric. Bring your own shirt, tote bag or any fabric piece you’d love to customize. Local artist Matt Mello will be leading the group to help bring your artistic vision to life.…Learn More
Waltham Room Open Hours
Our archivist will be available to help answer your local history and genealogy questions. Please keep in mind that some research may require advance notice. Email walthamroom@minlib. net with any questions about getting started. Please note that the Waltham Room will be open for local history/genealogy research only.
English At Large Conversation Group
English At Large Conversation Groups are for intermediate or advanced level English language learners to practice speaking and listening for 90 minutes once per week. Conversation groups are not classes, but rather focus on practicing English speaking and listening skills.…Learn More
Youth Connections
Youth Connections is an education, job, and training program for eligible young adults between the ages of 17-24. Our team will work one-on-one with clients to help them discover their career pathway, learn valuable on-the-job skills, and gain work experience.…Learn More
Walk-In Technology Help
No appointment needed! Bring us your tech questions and stop by anytime between 1 & 2:30PM. We'll try our best to help during your 30 minute session. Ask us questions about computers, phones, tablets, & more. Please be aware that there might be a small wait.…Learn More
🎨 Teen Crafternoon: Polymer Clay 🎨
🎨 April Crafternoons 🎨Join us at 4PM for some hands-on creative fun this month!Tuesday 4/7 – Shrinky PlasticMonday 4/13 – Fuse BeadsTuesday 4/21 – Clay ArtThursday 4/30 – CrochetAll supplies provided! Just show up ready to create! ✂️🖌️#WalthamMA #WalthamLibraryThese programs are generously supported by the Friends of the Waltham Public Library.…Learn More
Intermediate ESOL Class
Group intermediate ESOL instruction with volunteer Ms. BP. Inquire in the literacy classroom about registration
Youth Connections
Youth Connections is an education, job, and training program for eligible young adults between the ages of 17-24. Our team will work one-on-one with clients to help them discover their career pathway, learn valuable on-the-job skills, and gain work experience.…Learn More
Kids' Makers Club: LEGO Creations
Come and build a stupendous structure with the Library's collection of LEGOs. Recommended for ages 5 and up. / Ven y construye una estupenda estructura con la colección de LEGO de la biblioteca. Recomendado para mayores de 5 años.
Eyes on Owls/Enfocados en los Búhos
Join us for a fun live animal show, presented in collaboration with the Waltham Boys & Girls Club, where you’ll get to see and learn all about owls!/¡Únase a nosotros para disfrutar de un divertido espectáculo de animales en vivo, presentado…Learn More
Intermediate ESOL Class
Group intermediate ESOL instruction with volunteer Ms. BP. Inquire in the literacy classroom about registration
Fiber Arts Night!
Join us for a fun night of community and crafting! Bring your fiber arts project(s), any project, from knitting to embroidery, crochet to cross-stitch, weaving and beyond!
Let's Make Upcycled Coasters (Ages 15+)
**Registration is Required**This class is for ages 15+In this session, we are going to create a coaster using an old map, book page, or magazine scraps. If you register for an event and realize later that you are unable to attend, please make sure to cancel your registration or reach out to Todd at tstrauss@minlib.…Learn More
Waltham Room Open Hours
Our archivist will be available to help answer your local history and genealogy questions. Please keep in mind that some research may require advance notice. Email walthamroom@minlib. net with any questions about getting started. Please note that the Waltham Room will be open for local history/genealogy research only.
English At Large Conversation Group
English At Large Conversation Groups are for intermediate or advanced level English language learners to practice speaking and listening for 90 minutes once per week. Conversation groups are not classes, but rather focus on practicing English speaking and listening skills.…Learn More
Youth Connections
Youth Connections is an education, job, and training program for eligible young adults between the ages of 17-24. Our team will work one-on-one with clients to help them discover their career pathway, learn valuable on-the-job skills, and gain work experience.…Learn More
Book an Hour with our Laser Cutter
Registration to use the Laser Cutter is mandatory. In order to use the laser cutter during our Open Maker Sessions, you must have already taken the Laser Cutter 101 class. If you have taken the 101 class and would like to use laser cutter on a different day, please email Todd.…Learn More
Book an Hour with our Laser Cutter
Registration to use the Laser Cutter is mandatory. In order to use the laser cutter during our Open Maker Sessions, you must have already taken the Laser Cutter 101 class. If you have taken the 101 class and would like to use laser cutter on a different day, please email Todd.…Learn More
Intermediate ESOL Class
Group intermediate ESOL instruction with volunteer Ms. BP. Inquire in the literacy classroom about registration
Let's Make Butterfly Dishes (Ages 8+)
**Registration is Required**This class is for ages 8+. Younger participants will be welcome if they are accompanied and assisted by a parent or guardian. Let's make some butterfly dishes for your garden! Our pollinators need a place to rest while they do their jobs, and this is a fun way to support them.…Learn More
Youth Connections
Youth Connections is an education, job, and training program for eligible young adults between the ages of 17-24. Our team will work one-on-one with clients to help them discover their career pathway, learn valuable on-the-job skills, and gain work experience.…Learn More
Kids' Makers Club: Weaving/Acaba con el aburrimiento
Banish boredom and learn how to weave using a cardboard loom! Recommended for ages 5 and up. / ¡Acaba con el aburrimiento y aprende a tejer usando un telar de cartón! Recomendado para mayores de 5 años.
🎨 Teen Crafternoon: Crochet 🎨
🎨 April Crafternoons 🎨Join us at 4PM for some hands-on creative fun this month!Tuesday 4/7 – Shrinky PlasticMonday 4/13 – Fuse BeadsTuesday 4/21 – Clay ArtThursday 4/30 – CrochetAll supplies provided! Just show up ready to create! ✂️🖌️#WalthamMA #WalthamLibraryThese programs are generously supported by the Friends of the Waltham Public Library.…Learn More
Intermediate ESOL Class
Group intermediate ESOL instruction with volunteer Ms. BP. Inquire in the literacy classroom about registration
Embroidery Machine Basics (For Ages 18+)
**Registration is Required**You must be 18 years or older to register for this event. Learn how to use InkStitch (a plug-in for Inkscape) to make a simple design that you will embroider using our Brother PE900 embroidery machine. All materials are free thanks to the Friends of the Waltham Public Library.…Learn More
The Waltham Land Trust presents Insects for Beginners
Insects are amazing animals! Want to know how to tell a butterfly from a moth? A bee from a fly? Or a katydid from a grasshopper? To learn more about these fascinating animals, essential to life on earth, join us for Insects for Beginners with the Waltham Land Trust! Led by Mass Audubon educator and insect enthusiast, Linda Graetz, this informative talk will focus on seven common insect groups.…Learn More
Watch City Steampunk Festival 2026 Exhibit
Come see the Watch City Steampunk Festival exhibit in the Teen's Display Case this month!
Watch City Steampunk Festival 2026 Exhibit
Come see the Watch City Steampunk Festival exhibit in the Teen's Display Case this month!
Waltham Room Open Hours
Our archivist will be available to help answer your local history and genealogy questions. Please keep in mind that some research may require advance notice. Email walthamroom@minlib. net with any questions about getting started. Please note that the Waltham Room will be open for local history/genealogy research only.
Bookmobile Launch Party / Fiesta de la biblioteca móvil
You are invited to celebrate the arrival of the Waltham Public Library Bookmobile--the newest way to visit your Library! Ribbon cutting, refreshments, tours, and family activities. / Les invitamos a celebrar la llegada de la biblioteca móvil de la Biblioteca Publica de Waltham! Este es la forma mas nueva de visitar su Biblioteca.…Learn More
Youth Connections
Youth Connections is an education, job, and training program for eligible young adults between the ages of 17-24. Our team will work one-on-one with clients to help them discover their career pathway, learn valuable on-the-job skills, and gain work experience.…Learn More
Get Ready for Kindergarten / Nos preparanos para el kinder
Join us for a monthly play and practice program, just for kids getting ready for kindergarten (and their grownups)! / ¡Únete a nosotros para un programa mensual para jugar y practicar! Este programa es sólo para niños que se preparan para el kinder (y sus adultos).
Murders, Monsters, & Mysteries: Bunny by Mona Awad
Fancy a good whodunit? Intrigued by a haunted house? Simply curious about the darker parts of history? This book group covers all that and more! Join us at the Mighty Squirrel for our new book group where we will delve into mysteries, true crime, and horror novels.…Learn More
Youth Connections
Youth Connections is an education, job, and training program for eligible young adults between the ages of 17-24. Our team will work one-on-one with clients to help them discover their career pathway, learn valuable on-the-job skills, and gain work experience.…Learn More
Kids' Makers Club: LEGO Creations
Come and build a stupendous structure with the Library's collection of LEGOs. Recommended for ages 5 and up. / Ven y construye una estupenda estructura con la colección de LEGO de la biblioteca. Recomendado para mayores de 5 años.
Waltham Room Open Hours
Our archivist will be available to help answer your local history and genealogy questions. Please keep in mind that some research may require advance notice. Email walthamroom@minlib. net with any questions about getting started. Please note that the Waltham Room will be open for local history/genealogy research only.
Youth Connections
Youth Connections is an education, job, and training program for eligible young adults between the ages of 17-24. Our team will work one-on-one with clients to help them discover their career pathway, learn valuable on-the-job skills, and gain work experience.…Learn More
Youth Connections
Youth Connections is an education, job, and training program for eligible young adults between the ages of 17-24. Our team will work one-on-one with clients to help them discover their career pathway, learn valuable on-the-job skills, and gain work experience.…Learn More
Kids' Makers Club: LEGO Creations
Come and build a stupendous structure with the Library's collection of LEGOs. Recommended for ages 5 and up. / Ven y construye una estupenda estructura con la colección de LEGO de la biblioteca. Recomendado para mayores de 5 años.
Waltham Room Open Hours
Our archivist will be available to help answer your local history and genealogy questions. Please keep in mind that some research may require advance notice. Email walthamroom@minlib. net with any questions about getting started. Please note that the Waltham Room will be open for local history/genealogy research only.
Youth Connections
Youth Connections is an education, job, and training program for eligible young adults between the ages of 17-24. Our team will work one-on-one with clients to help them discover their career pathway, learn valuable on-the-job skills, and gain work experience.…Learn More
Initiating Inspiration Book Group: The Serviceberry by Robin Wall Kimmerer
You are warmly invited to join us for a discussion of The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World by Robin Wall Kimmerer. Pick up a copy at the library from our book group display table on the first floor. The eBook and digital audio may also be available.…Learn More
Youth Connections
Youth Connections is an education, job, and training program for eligible young adults between the ages of 17-24. Our team will work one-on-one with clients to help them discover their career pathway, learn valuable on-the-job skills, and gain work experience.…Learn More
Kids' Makers Club: LEGO Creations
Come and build a stupendous structure with the Library's collection of LEGOs. Recommended for ages 5 and up. / Ven y construye una estupenda estructura con la colección de LEGO de la biblioteca. Recomendado para mayores de 5 años.
🌈 OUT Metrowest Waltham Satellite 🌈
OUT MetroWest welcomes LGBTQ+ youth (ages middle and high school) to join us for games and crafts at the Waltham Public Library in the Lecture Hall!Thursday, May 21st from 3-5PM
Waltham Room Open Hours
Our archivist will be available to help answer your local history and genealogy questions. Please keep in mind that some research may require advance notice. Email walthamroom@minlib. net with any questions about getting started. Please note that the Waltham Room will be open for local history/genealogy research only.
Agencia Alpha Clínica de Ciudadanía
Venga a la biblioteca para recibir ayuda con la solicitud de ciudadanía con Agencia Alpha
Youth Connections
Youth Connections is an education, job, and training program for eligible young adults between the ages of 17-24. Our team will work one-on-one with clients to help them discover their career pathway, learn valuable on-the-job skills, and gain work experience.…Learn More
Youth Connections
Youth Connections is an education, job, and training program for eligible young adults between the ages of 17-24. Our team will work one-on-one with clients to help them discover their career pathway, learn valuable on-the-job skills, and gain work experience.…Learn More
Kids' Makers Club: LEGO Creations
Come and build a stupendous structure with the Library's collection of LEGOs. Recommended for ages 5 and up. / Ven y construye una estupenda estructura con la colección de LEGO de la biblioteca. Recomendado para mayores de 5 años.
Pokémon Party/Fiesta de Pokémon
Gotta catch 'em all! Join us for all kinds of Pokémon games, snacks, crafts and fun! / ¡Tenemos que atraparlos a todos! ¡Únete a nosotros para disfrutar de todo tipo de juegos, bocadillos, manualidades y diversión de Pokémon!
Kevin Sherwin presents Exchanges | Bridges Unbounded: A Concert for Classical Guitar
Join us for a special concert Exchanges: Bridges Unbounded with classical guitarist Kevin Sherwin! In this concert, Sherwin will explore the rich emotional landscapes and cultural contexts of iconic works of the classical tradition, alongside new musical discoveries and original compositions, including descriptive insights that draw on literature, visual art, and the musical culture of the composer's time.…Learn More
Waltham Room Open Hours
Our archivist will be available to help answer your local history and genealogy questions. Please keep in mind that some research may require advance notice. Email walthamroom@minlib. net with any questions about getting started. Please note that the Waltham Room will be open for local history/genealogy research only.
Exhibit: The Art of Emily Shuman and Sarah Leon
Come see the art of ceramicist Emily Shuman and painter Sarah Leonin the Children's and Teen Display Cases all month!
Youth Connections
Youth Connections is an education, job, and training program for eligible young adults between the ages of 17-24. Our team will work one-on-one with clients to help them discover their career pathway, learn valuable on-the-job skills, and gain work experience.…Learn More
Get Ready for Kindergarten / Nos preparanos para el kinder
Join us for a monthly play and practice program, just for kids getting ready for kindergarten (and their grownups)! / ¡Únete a nosotros para un programa mensual para jugar y practicar! Este programa es sólo para niños que se preparan para el kinder (y sus adultos).
Murders, Monsters, & Mysteries: Black Mass by Dick Lehr
Fancy a good whodunit? Intrigued by a haunted house? Simply curious about the darker parts of history? This book group covers all that and more! Join us at the Mighty Squirrel for our new book group where we will delve into mysteries, true crime, and horror novels.…Learn More
Youth Connections
Youth Connections is an education, job, and training program for eligible young adults between the ages of 17-24. Our team will work one-on-one with clients to help them discover their career pathway, learn valuable on-the-job skills, and gain work experience.…Learn More
Kids' Makers Club: LEGO Creations
Come and build a stupendous structure with the Library's collection of LEGOs. Recommended for ages 5 and up. / Ven y construye una estupenda estructura con la colección de LEGO de la biblioteca. Recomendado para mayores de 5 años.
Waltham Room Open Hours
Our archivist will be available to help answer your local history and genealogy questions. Please keep in mind that some research may require advance notice. Email walthamroom@minlib. net with any questions about getting started. Please note that the Waltham Room will be open for local history/genealogy research only.
Youth Connections
Youth Connections is an education, job, and training program for eligible young adults between the ages of 17-24. Our team will work one-on-one with clients to help them discover their career pathway, learn valuable on-the-job skills, and gain work experience.…Learn More
Youth Connections
Youth Connections is an education, job, and training program for eligible young adults between the ages of 17-24. Our team will work one-on-one with clients to help them discover their career pathway, learn valuable on-the-job skills, and gain work experience.…Learn More
Kids' Makers Club: LEGO Creations
Come and build a stupendous structure with the Library's collection of LEGOs. Recommended for ages 5 and up. / Ven y construye una estupenda estructura con la colección de LEGO de la biblioteca. Recomendado para mayores de 5 años.
Waltham Room Open Hours
Our archivist will be available to help answer your local history and genealogy questions. Please keep in mind that some research may require advance notice. Email walthamroom@minlib. net with any questions about getting started. Please note that the Waltham Room will be open for local history/genealogy research only.
Youth Connections
Youth Connections is an education, job, and training program for eligible young adults between the ages of 17-24. Our team will work one-on-one with clients to help them discover their career pathway, learn valuable on-the-job skills, and gain work experience.…Learn More
Youth Connections
Youth Connections is an education, job, and training program for eligible young adults between the ages of 17-24. Our team will work one-on-one with clients to help them discover their career pathway, learn valuable on-the-job skills, and gain work experience.…Learn More
Kids' Markers Club: LEGO Creations
Come and build a stupendous structure with the Library's collection of LEGOs. Recommended for ages 5 and up. / Ven y construye una estupenda estructura con la colección de LEGO de la biblioteca. Recomendado para mayores de 5 años.
🌈 OUT Metrowest Waltham Satellite 🌈
OUT MetroWest welcomes LGBTQ+ youth (ages middle and high school) to join us for games and crafts at the Waltham Public Library in the Lecture Hall!Thursday, June 18th from 3-5PM
Waltham Room Open Hours
Our archivist will be available to help answer your local history and genealogy questions. Please keep in mind that some research may require advance notice. Email walthamroom@minlib. net with any questions about getting started. Please note that the Waltham Room will be open for local history/genealogy research only.
Youth Connections
Youth Connections is an education, job, and training program for eligible young adults between the ages of 17-24. Our team will work one-on-one with clients to help them discover their career pathway, learn valuable on-the-job skills, and gain work experience.…Learn More
Youth Connections
Youth Connections is an education, job, and training program for eligible young adults between the ages of 17-24. Our team will work one-on-one with clients to help them discover their career pathway, learn valuable on-the-job skills, and gain work experience.…Learn More
Kids' Markers Club: LEGO Creations
Come and build a stupendous structure with the Library's collection of LEGOs. Recommended for ages 5 and up. / Ven y construye una estupenda estructura con la colección de LEGO de la biblioteca. Recomendado para mayores de 5 años.
Waltham Room Open Hours
Our archivist will be available to help answer your local history and genealogy questions. Please keep in mind that some research may require advance notice. Email walthamroom@minlib. net with any questions about getting started. Please note that the Waltham Room will be open for local history/genealogy research only.
Youth Connections
Youth Connections is an education, job, and training program for eligible young adults between the ages of 17-24. Our team will work one-on-one with clients to help them discover their career pathway, learn valuable on-the-job skills, and gain work experience.…Learn More