English NOW! Conversation Group

Robbins Library Community Room 700 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA, United States

English NOW!, an Arlington-based group, offers English-language learners opportunities to practice their conversation skills, advance their knowledge of vocabulary and grammar, and make connections in the community.  Participants in these free conversation groups discuss varied subjects under the supervision of native speakers. Zoom conversation groups are also available. Email englishnowArlington@gmail.com for the Zoom links.  Zoom …

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ROBBINS: Family Game Night for Kids and their adults

Robbins Library 700 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA, United States

Grab a friend or your favorite adult and come play our board games or bring your own! Drop-in. For kids of all ages and their adults

Reel Queer: “Reel in the Closet”

Robbins Library 700 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA, United States

This month we will be watching the documentary "Reel in the Closet" followed by discussion. 7:00 p.m. - 8:45 p.m. Robbins Library Community Room This documentary features LGBT home movies, videos, and other archival footage from the 1930s to 1980s, and stresses the importance of finding and restoring these films and videos. After the movie …

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Guys Book Group

Fox Library 175 Massachusetts Avenue,, Arlington, MA, United States

This month we’re reading The Bees, a novel by Laline Paull. Copies can be picked up at Robbins or Fox Branch libraries, just ask for the Guys Book Group book. Unless otherwise indicated, we always meet on the second Thursday of the month at the same time and place. Newcomers identifying with any gender are …

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Fox Walking Club

Fox Library 175 Massachusetts Avenue,, Arlington, MA, United States

We will meet at the library and walk between 1.5-3 miles mostly along the Arlington Cultural District and Minuteman Bikeway. This is a great way to stay active and make some new friends in your community. Getting regular physical activity is one of the best things you can do for your health. Weather permitting.

Social Worker Drop-In Hours

Robbins Library Conference Room 700 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA, United States

Struggling to meet basic needs such as housing, food, or employment? A social worker is available to answer questions about social services in and around Arlington.

Speculative Fiction Book Group

Robbins Library Conference Room 700 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA, United States

Join us to discuss science fiction, fantasy, and alternate reality books! We meet every other month, so mark your calendars!

English NOW! Conversation Group

Robbins Library Community Room 700 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA, United States

English NOW!, an Arlington-based group, offers English-language learners opportunities to practice their conversation skills, advance their knowledge of vocabulary and grammar, and make connections in the community.  Participants in these free conversation groups discuss varied subjects under the supervision of native speakers. Zoom conversation groups are also available. Email englishnowArlington@gmail.com for the Zoom links.  Zoom …

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A Celebration of Massachusetts Libraries — A History of Libraries In The Bay State

Online Event - Via Zoom MA, United States

Online via Zoom, Register here: https://rb.gy/o883b From the early days of European settlement to the present, Boston and Massachusetts have been friendly to the printed word. Massachusetts author and historian Alan Earls will present a slideshow and discussion of some of the important milestones, architectural gems, and key figures in this story as well as …

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Introduction to Basket Making

Robbins Library Community Room 700 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA, United States

Registration required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/introduction-to-basket-making-with-kimberley-harding-tickets-640959797007 This small basket is a great introduction to the art of basket-making. It can be filled with candy or small items and hung on a tree or doorknob.  Students will have a choice of several reed and ribbon color combinations to create their unique basket. The workshop will last 1.5 hours and materials will be provided. Please …

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