Worcester Public Library

Teens, are you looking for something to do over break? Drop by our Great Brook Valley branch to pick up a take & make craft kit to bring home (while supplies last)!

Delivers an innovative, community-based model of medical services and preventive dental care to uninsured children and their families living in Worcester County.

Is your little one ready for a fun time with books? You’re invited to participate in stories, music, and movement.

Free access to tools and technology in the Innovation Center. For experienced users who have completed an orientation only.

Let's focus on learning sounds to build early literacy using the SOUNS method.

Join the Worcester Talking Book Library for a fun, low-key, no-obligation monthly book discussion.

All needlecraft enthusiasts are welcome to join us at our weekly Knitting Circle!

Challenge your creative abilities with these monthly activities using the machines and supplies in our Innovation Center!

Come build a whimsical house for our Fairy friends!

Create a word collection using labels, stick the words on LEGO, then stack the blocks of words to make meaning. You can take your LEGO poem home!

Introduce your baby to reading with stories, action rhymes, fingerplays, songs, and lots of snuggling. You are invited to stay for play/social time after the program.

Help finding resources to learn English, referrals for immigration-related legal help, and more. Se habla español.

Calling all tiny dancers!

Teens can get crafty making their own diamond painting bookmark to take home with them while supplies last!

Come build a whimsical house for our Fairy friends!

We'll celebrate the beloved Pout-Pout fish character with crafts, snacks, and games.

Sign up for a one-on-one session to learn the basics of using a Brother Machine. Please arrive by 9:30 am. Note that if you arrive after this time, we may not be able to accommodate you.

Drop-in for open play. Play through all the sensory stations or focus on your favorite!

An English class for adult learners (18+) of all levels; no registration required.

Burn calories in this fun fitness class!

Join Tammy Donroe Inman, award-winning author as she shares her favorite regional recipes.

De-stress with therapy dogs from Tufts Paws for People!

Free access to tools and technology in the Innovation Center. For experienced users who have completed an orientation only.

*Registration is required. Attendance capped at 75. Attendees will receive one free ticket to a 2026/27 Worcester Railers game!

Learn about the proven health benefits of the Mediterranean way of eating.

Join us for crafts, snacks, and conversation for families that are part of the LGBTQIA+ community and their allies!

Learn about research resources at the library.

Learn English using real-life scenarios. No registration needed.

For families with children 5 and under.

Schedule a 1-1 appointment to learn academic research and writing skills!

Come roll the dice and play!

It’s slime time!

Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!

Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!

Schedule a 1-1 appointment to learn academic research and writing skills!

Prepares students for the U.S. citizenship or naturalization exam and interview. No registration needed.

FREE healthcare visits

Explore early literacy skills as we read, sing, and move!

One-on-one assistance finding the best local English class for you

Serves veterans and others in the community who are at risk or currently unhoused.

Help finding resources to learn English, referrals for immigration-related legal help, and more. Se habla español.

Inaugural conference event for small business owners.

Stamp unique art using paint and circular objects of different sizes.

Let's BEE CREATIVE! After author Megan Litwin reads her book "Dirt and Bugsy: Bug Catchers", we'll build our own bugs!

Practice speaking English in a relaxed, comfortable place, and meet new friends as we learn by talking together.

Gain an understanding of how life insurance plays a role in financial planning.

Create a simple hand-stitched book.

Join us in conversation with acclaimed author Brad Taylor on his latest work, Shadow Strike, book 20 (yes, you read that right!) of the bestselling Pike Logan series.

Learn English using real-life scenarios. No registration needed.

Play through all the sensory stations in the room or focus on your favorite!

FREE healthcare visits

Join us for a monthly audio-described* movie matinee!

Join us for weekly crafts in the Innovation center!

Drop in and play video games on our Nintendo Switch.

Come use iron-on patches to personalize your wardrobe!

Grab your favorite stuffed animal and come hear Dr. Rosie's story. She'll teach you how to love and take care of your pet- and all animals- just like a real animal helper!

Drop in for an afternoon of art! The only limit is your imagination!

Drop in for an afternoon of art! The only limit is your imagination!

Drop in for an afternoon of art! The only limit is your imagination!

Celebrate National Poetry Month with the Apricot Poetry Journal!

Join this fun, active 12-week class to grow your English language skills and your confidence!

Learn to preserve your family’s history with the use of our digitization and conversion equipment.

An English class for adult learners (18+) of all levels; no registration required.

Teens, get ready for a night of friendly competition!

Junte-se a nós para histórias e cantigas em português. Join us for stories and songs in Portuguese.

Join us to create fun spring recipes! We will be making a Himalayan mint and grapefruit salt scrub, and a sea-inspired fresh foaming hand soap!

Is your little one ready for a fun time with books? You’re invited to participate in stories, music, and movement.

Learn the basics of using a computer. No registration required.

Free access to tools and technology in the Innovation Center. For experienced users who have completed an orientation only.

Let's focus on learning sounds to build early literacy using the SOUNS method.

All needlecraft enthusiasts are welcome to join us at our weekly Knitting Circle!

Teens, have you ever wanted to play Dungeons & Dragons but didn't know how to start? Well it's time to roll the dice and join this campaign!

Challenge your creative abilities with these monthly activities using the machines and supplies in our Innovation Center!

Introduce your baby to reading with stories, action rhymes, fingerplays, songs, and lots of snuggling. You are invited to stay for play/social time after the program.

Help finding resources to learn English, referrals for immigration-related legal help, and more. Se habla español.

Calling all tiny dancers!

Part II in a series of health literacy: Body weight exercises, walking routes in Worcester, 10-minute stretch sequence, and a deck of cards workout!

Teens can get crafty making a framed piece of art with pressed flowers in a variety of colors and styles; while supplies last.

Everyone is welcome at chess club, no matter if you're a brand new or an experienced player! Join us to challenge a friend or someone new.

The BugMan Cometh!

An English class for adult learners (18+) of all levels; no registration required.

We're kickin' it back old school with a mix and match cereal bar, Saturday Morning cartoons, and more. Come in your coziest pjs and slippers and enjoy a chill day with us at the library.

Declutter your craft stash or pick up some new supplies at our Craft Swap!

Free access to tools and technology in the Innovation Center. For experienced users who have completed an orientation only.

Worcester History Deep-Dive: Mechanics Hall

Join yogi Mar’Kee to move, breathe, and play together. Take away tools for managing your feelings and balancing your own body!.  

Prepares students for the U.S. citizenship or naturalization exam and interview. No registration needed.

FREE healthcare visits

One-on-one assistance finding the best local English class for you

Oh no! Stuffie has a boo boo!

Serves veterans and others in the community who are at risk or currently unhoused.

Learn about safety, basic first aid, child development, nutrition, the business of babysitting, and more in this hands-on, interactive course. Gain skills to be the go-to sitter in your neighborhood! 

Help finding resources to learn English, referrals for immigration-related legal help, and more. Se habla español.

Do you like reading about spaceships, parallel worlds, aliens, telepathy, or time travel? Join us to discuss great SF & Fantasy fiction! Click on the program title for information on how to join....

You're invited to learn how to run a Dungeons and Dragons campaign as the Dungeon Master. Learn the role of the DM, campaign planning, how to make it fun for everyone, and more!

Using paper, popsicle sticks, paper bags, and other craft supplies, design a cast of characters from your imagination.

The Annual Meeting for the Friends of the Worcester Public Library

Practice speaking English in a relaxed, comfortable place, and meet new friends as we learn by talking together.

A Beginner Crochet Program

Come celebrate National Poetry month with us!