Melrose Public Library

After years of careful planning and preparation, the construction phase of the Melrose Public Library renovation project is finally here.  For the duration of the construction phase of the project… […]

Our interest groups offer a space for kids to get together, make friends, and discuss books and other literary-related topics. Kids will have a chance to explore various activities to […]

Keep This, Toss That for a Clutter-Free New Year Tuesday, January 7, 2025 7:00 – 8:00 PM via Zoom Register Online! If you can’t open your drawers, if clutter topples […]

Author Hour in Massachusetts – David Ellis Thursday, January 9, 2025 7:00 – 8:00 PM via Zoom Register online! Bestselling author (and judge!) David Ellis will discuss his new thrillers, […]

January Fun on Creativebug! Start the New Year with a fresh perspective through mindful and cozy crafting. Explore the newest Creativebug classes designed to inspire you! Using your library card […]

Virtual – Historical Fiction Book Recs with Bestselling Author, Jane Healey Tuesday, January 14, 2025 6:30-7:00 PM via Zoom Register Online! Love Historical Fiction but not sure what to read […]

How it Works: January: A book published or about the year you were born February: A book with the name of a city in the title March: A book about someone with a marginalized identity April: A book about books, bookstores, or […]

Author Hour in Massachusetts – Adam Haslett Wednesday, January 15, 2025 7:00 – 8:00 PM via Zoom Register Online! Two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist and National Book Award finalist Adam Haslett […]

Virtual – Women’s Fiction Book Recs with Bestselling Author, Kristan Higgins Thursday, January 16, 2025 6:30 – 7:00 PM via Zoom Register Online! Love Women’s Fiction but not sure what […]

Author Hour in Massachusetts – Scott Turow & Alafair Burke Thursday, January 23, 2025 7:00 – 8:00 PM via Zoom Register Online! Bestselling authors Scott Turow (Presumed Guilty) and Alafair […]

Author Hour in Massachusetts – Fiona Davis Monday, January 27, 2025 7:00 – 8:00 PM via Zoom Register Online! Author Fiona Davis will discuss her new historical fiction novel, The […]

Cultural Perspectives in Chocolate with Cocoa Beantown Tuesday, January 28, 2025 7:00—8:00 PM via Zoom Register online! Why do the Swiss love their chocolate so much? Why are the Japanese […]

Catch up on the news of the day! What was Melrose like over a hundred years ago?! Find out by visiting Melrose Public Library Digital Archive to read local historical […]

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Mission Melrose Public Library’s staff, building and collections provide a portal for all to explore, imagine and engage. The library is where literacy, local history and community connect!   Vision […]