Special Library Hours
Special Library Hours
The library will be closed
Sunday, October 13 and Monday, October 14, 2019
for the holiday weekend.
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Fall Preschool Schedule
The Melrose Public Library Children’s Room is proud to present
the 2019 Fall Preschool Schedule!
Registration is required for all Preschool programs.
You may register your child the morning of each class beginning at 8AM
on the Library Event Calendar.
Felting for Adults: Autumn Garland
REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS FULL!
Felting for Adults: Autumn Garland
Wednesday, October 23, 2019
7:00 – 8:30 PM
Join us for a fun evening of needle felting lead by Zwitsa of Meraki Handwoven. Participants will learn how to manipulate wool and create definition and texture through needle felting. By the end of the class 
everyone will have created beautiful autumn leaves to take home that can be connected with yarn to make a garland or used individually as seasonal decor in a bowl or on a tabletop. Once the technique of needle felting is learned, the possibilities for creativity are limitless!
Please be aware, participants will be handling sharp needles and wool. Due to the nature of the materials, this program is open to adults only.
This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Melrose Public Library.
Calling All Artists!
Midwinter Dream Art Show
“The color of springtime is in the flowers, the color of winter is in the imagination” — Terri Guillemets
The library is seeking Winter-themed 2D artwork for display in our upcoming winter exhibit, Midwinter Dream. The exhibit will run from December to mid-March. Open to artists 18 years and older. Preference will be given first to Melrose residents and then to artists with a Melrose connection.
Stop by the library for an application or download and print:
Applications are due Wednesday, October 30, 2019.
Any questions, please contact the Reference department at 781-665-2313.
MORE Community Read
MORE Community Read: Immigration
Wednesday, November 13, 2019
7:00 PM – Meeting Room
The library is partnering with Melrose Organizes For Real Equality (MORE) for a community read!A book discussion of Dear America: Notes of an Undocumented Citizen by Jose Antonio Vargas will follow the speaker.
Seating is limited; please sign up online or call the library to reserve your seat (781-665-2313).
MPL ’19 Reading Challenge
Challenge yourself in 2019 to see if you can complete
12 books in 12 months
using our Reading Challenge List!
Print one here, MPL 2019 Reading Challenge List
or stop by the Main Desk to pick up your List today!
Stay tuned throughout the coming year for fun incentives as you log your books!