Melrose Public Library

The library will be closed Monday, February 16th in observance of Presidents Day.

MELROSE PUBLIC LIBRARY The Little Reader and Library Staff welcome you back to the library! 69 West Emerson St

Melrose Public Library is seeking local, published authors to participate in an upcoming Melrose Author Meet & Greet on Saturday, March 28, 2026.  Readers will be afforded the opportunity to […]

Friday, February 13th 12:30 – 2:00pm Spend the afternoon at the Library eating pizza and playing board games! For teens ages 11-18. Registration required, sign up online.

The 2026 Winter Olympics, officially the XXV Winter Olympic Games, take place in Italy this winter! Opening ceremonies take place on February 6 and the games last until February 22, […]

Virtual – Historical Fiction Book Recs with Jane Healey Tuesday, February 10, 2026 6:30-7:00 PM via Zoom Register Online! Love Historical Fiction but not sure what to read next? Join […]

February is Black History Month. 2026 marks a century of national commemorations of Black history. Celebrate this month with great books from the Children’s Room focusing not only on Black […]

Galentine’s Mini Swap Day – Jewelry and Accessories Tuesday, February 10, 2026 Melrose Public Library, Lower Level Meeting Room Drop-off only: 5:00-6:00 PM Swap hours: 6:00-8:00 PM Drop-off end: 7:30 […]

Peanut Butter Valentines: February 1-28, 2026 The Melrose Public Library, Melrose Kind, and The Food Drive are teaming up for Peanut Butter Valentines! All are invited to give a special […]

Joe Leary – Singers & Songwriters of the 60’s & 70’s Wednesday, February 11, 2026 7:00-8:00 PM – Lower Level Meeting Room Register online or with a Library staff member […]

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 […]

Join us virtually for a variety of art history webinars during the month of February! The Faces Of The American Revolution — John Singleton Copley’s Famous Portraits Thursday, February 5, […]

Thursday, February 19th 3:00-4:30pm Learn how to make your own bath bombs and sugar scrub at this relaxing DIY Spa Day for teens ages 11-18! Perfect for beginners, you will […]

February Fun on Creativebug! February’s classes offer something special for makers who love to learn, stitch, and savor the moment! Using your library card and PIN, create your own account for […]

Wednesday, February 18th 4:00-5:00pm Join us in making cool collaborative art in this Canvas Swap Challenge! You’ll paint a canvas for 10 minutes and then swap with a neighbor. Then […]

Volunteer at the library and earn community service hours! From 4:00-5:00pm on Tuesday, February 24th, teen volunteers (ages 11-18) will help the library by cutting bookmarks, folding brochures, and assembling […]

12 Months 12 Books How the challenge works:

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 […]