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Current hours: Monday-Thursday: 9AM-9PM, Friday & Saturday: 9AM-5PM, and Sunday: 1-5

Masks Required, regardless of vaccination status. WPL is following the city’s public health order that masks must be worn in City of Waltham buildings that are open to the public.

More information on current library services is available here.

A Year of Black History

Baby Storytime on the Lawn

Fridays @ 10AM

Baby storytime is back! Join Seana on the lawn for books, nursery rhymes, fingerplays, and music. In case of bad weather, the program will be held virtually on Facebook Live. For updates, join the library's Children's Room Activities Facebook Group or email us at walthamlibkids@minlib.net.

The Important Role & History of HBCUs

The Important Role & History of HBCUs (Historically Black Colleges & Universities)

Wed, Sept. 29 at 7PM

A Year of Black History begins this month! We hope you'll join us.

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WPL 2020 Impact Report

Waltham Public Library's 2020 Impact Report

Despite the many challenges COVID has created, we remain resilient and adaptive, and continue to find creative ways to strengthen and bring our community together. Check out our latest project, the 2020 Impact Report

Career Kits Are Here!

This collection gives children and caregivers a fun way to explore different careers together. Kits include three books, an outfit, and toys, all curated for a child to explore a particular career.

Storytime on the Lawn

Storytime on the Lawn!

Thursdays @ 4PM

Join your favorite librarians for stories on the library lawn (weather permitting). We will read books, sing songs, and dance outside together! This interactive storytime is recommended for all ages. In case of bad weather, the program will be held virtually on Zoom. For updates and access to the Zoom link, join the library's Children's Room Activities Facebook Group or email us at walthamlibkids@minlib.net.

Virtual Pajama Storytime with Emily

Tuesdays @ 7 PM

Jump in your jammies and get ready to read, sing, and dance with Emily! This interactive storytime is great for kids of all ages. Join the library's Children's Room Activities Facebook Group or email us at walthamlibkids@minlib.net for more info.

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