Afterschool Activities

Mass Capoeira's performance will uplift the spirit and expose audiences to the magic of Afro-Brazilian art and culture.

Our Middle Grade Mystery Writing group is for kids aged 10-14.

On the first and second Mondays we're opening up the Curious George Room on the third floor for ages 10 –12 to snack, relax, and play video games.

Read with a cuddly friend!

It's a weekly block party!

Come to the Library for games and a different activity each week! Kids of all ages can hang out and do crafts or STEAM activities. No registration required. 

Challenge your family or meet new friends over board games in the Community Room at Valente.

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

Read to Dante, our local cuddly therapy dog!

What's a zine?

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.

Our Middle Grade Mystery Writing group is for kids aged 10-14.

Come join us at the Boudreau branch for a chess challenge.

Interested in technology and art?

Join us as we take a walk to enjoy the natural wonders of spring and learn about clouds.

Join us for a relaxing walk of Fresh Pond with Park Ranger Tim Puopolo!

Learn to fix your broken household items, such as electronics, appliances, clothing, and toys etc.

Join us for a game of chess at the O'Neill Branch Library!

Join us as award-winning storyteller Motoko tells delightful folktales and leads hands-on origami activities.

Join us as award-winning storyteller Motoko tells delightful folktales and leads hands-on origami activities.

Meet a swimming, quacking friend at a duck-themed story time, learn about duck behavior and anatomy, and do a themed activity!

Join us for a morning walk at one of the most renowned birdwatching spots in Cambridge, Mount Auburn Cemetery!

Meet Godmother Glitter as she protects the Enchanted Castle from the dragon.

Join us for a 60-minute puppet-making workshop following the performance of, Enchanted Castle, by Rosalita's Puppets.

Build a crankie storytelling machine. Explore stop-motion animation with cut paper. This program is designed for school-age children and their grown-ups. 

Join us for a special matinée screening of Lilo & Stitch as part of the MA Space Week 2025 Space Film Festival!

Join local artist, musician and educator Ben Cunningham for a transformative storytelling performance.