Robbins: Open Now | Fox: Open Now
700 Massachusetts Avenue
Arlington, MA 02476
P: 781-316-3200
| Monday - Wednesday | 9 AM - 9 PM |
| Thursday | 1 PM - 9 PM |
| Friday - Saturday | 9 AM - 5 PM |
| Sunday | 2 PM - 5 PM |
Fun monthly book club for kids that fall under the LGBTQ+ rainbow umbrella. We'll read graphic novels with a LGBTQ+ character and then meet to chat and craft. December's read is Goldie Vance by Hope Larson. Books are available for check out in the Children's Room. For grades 3-5. Meeting date is December 14 at …
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This December we'll be discussing Unicorn and Yeti: Sparkly New Friends by Heather Ayris Burnell. We'll do a craft too! Meeting date is December 12 at 3:30pm. Caregivers must attend. Sign up at: K1bookclubdec.eventbrite.com .
Songs, stories, and rhymes galore! For ages 1-2. Pick up tickets 1/2 hr. prior. Please choose one story time to attend.
December's read is Aquicorn Cove by K. O'Neill. We'll talk about the book and do a fun activity. Pick up book at desk in the Children's Room. Meeting date is December 7 at 3:30pm. Sign up at: dec23secondthird.eventbrite.com .
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.
Songs, stories, and rhymes galore! For ages 1-2. Pick up tickets 1/2 hr. prior. Please choose one story time to attend.
Songs, stories, and rhymes galore! For ages 1-2. Pick up tickets 1/2 hr. prior. Please choose one story time to attend.
Singing and dancing with local musicians! For ages 0-5. Pick up ticket 1/2 hr. prior.
Register Here: http://www.englishatlarge.org/conversation-groups/ English At Large conversation groups are 10-14 intermediate to advanced English learners who meet weekly to practice their English speaking skills. The groups provide an opportunity for learners to improve their speaking confidence and meet other adults who are learning English. Topics covered in conversation groups include American culture and holidays, idioms, …
Join us for a gentle yoga and meditation class hosted by our local studio Lotus Yoga. This is a beginner-friendly class focusing on stretching, breathing, and mindfulness. Bring your yoga mat or use one of our chairs. Sponsored by the Friends of the Robbins Library
Sit on a carpet square for books, songs, and silliness! For ages 3-5. Pick up free ticket 1/2 hr. prior.
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 …
CANCELLED! Want to build a structure that defies gravity? Come build with us. For ages 9-13. Pick up ticket 1/2 hr. prior.
Singing and dancing with local musicians! For ages 0-5. Pick up ticket 1/2 hr. prior.
Stop by and ask a librarian your technology-related questions. If we can't help with a specific issue you are having, we will do our best to point you to resources that can! Email arlington@minlib.net with any questions.
Bring your current project and enjoy the company of your fellow crafters. Drop-in every fourth Thursday of the month to work on your project, get inspired, and socialize. (This month, the program will be on the fifth Thursday due to Thanksgiving.) All crafts and adults are welcome!
Stories, rhymes, and fun! For ages 1-5. Alternating Fridays and Saturdays. Pick up free ticket 1/2 hr. prior.
Move, wiggle, dance and explore with your little one. For children ages 1-3. Please pick up a ticket at the Children’s Desk 1/2 hour prior.
Come hear the bilingual story "La Noche Buena" and learn about Christmas Eve traditions in Latin American countries. After the story we will go over some Spanish vocabulary, play games, and make a craft. Recommended for ages 5+. Pick up a ticket 1/2 hr. prior
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.
Songs, stories, and rhymes galore! For ages 1-2. Pick up tickets 1/2 hr. prior. Please choose one story time to attend.
Songs, stories, and rhymes galore! For ages 1-2. Pick up tickets 1/2 hr. prior. Please choose one story time to attend.
Singing and dancing with local musicians! For ages 0-5. Pick up ticket 1/2 hr. prior.
Register Here: http://www.englishatlarge.org/conversation-groups/ English At Large conversation groups are 10-14 intermediate to advanced English learners who meet weekly to practice their English speaking skills. The groups provide an opportunity for learners to improve their speaking confidence and meet other adults who are learning English. Topics covered in conversation groups include American culture and holidays, idioms, …
Join us for a gentle yoga and meditation class hosted by our local studio Lotus Yoga. This is a beginner-friendly class focusing on stretching, breathing, and mindfulness. Bring your yoga mat or use one of our chairs. Sponsored by the Friends of the Robbins Library
Sit on a carpet square for books, songs, and silliness! For ages 3-5. Pick up free ticket 1/2 hr. prior.
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 …
Come create and make some messy art! Wear clothes that you can get messy! Drop-in. For ages 6-12.
Singing and dancing with local musicians! For ages 0-5. Pick up ticket 1/2 hr. prior.
Are you working on a poem you’d like to share but don’t feel it’s ready for your poetry group? Did you just start writing poetry and you’re not sure of what you have on the page? Come share and work on your poetry with the Arlington Poet Laureate, Jean Flanagan.
If you’re registered for the 2nd/3rd Grade Book Club join us to discuss Aquicorn Cove. Check in at desk.
Join Stephanie in the Children' Room for stories and an activity. Kids of all ages. Drop in.
Calling all builders in training. We provide the LEGOs and You bring the creativity. For ages 3+. Drop in.
Interactive music experience for the whole family! For all ages. Pick up ticket 1/2 hr. prior.
Come support local youth! Browse a wide variety of items made by kids ages 8 to 18. Handcrafted soaps, jewelry, recycled paper crafts, bookmarks, crocheted items, candles, and more!
Join our ongoing Teen-Led role-playing game group for a Dungeons and Dragons adventure! Dice and character sheets are provided, new players are welcome, and teens who are RPG veterans can reach out to the Teen Librarian and help out with the program to get volunteer hours.
We celebrate the culmination of the Fall Teen Writers' Workshop, led by local author Lynette Benton.
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.
Songs, stories, and rhymes galore! For ages 1-2. Pick up tickets 1/2 hr. prior. Please choose one story time to attend.
Songs, stories, and rhymes galore! For ages 1-2. Pick up tickets 1/2 hr. prior. Please choose one story time to attend.
Singing and dancing with local musicians! For ages 0-5. Pick up ticket 1/2 hr. prior.
Register Here: http://www.englishatlarge.org/conversation-groups/ English At Large conversation groups are 10-14 intermediate to advanced English learners who meet weekly to practice their English speaking skills. The groups provide an opportunity for learners to improve their speaking confidence and meet other adults who are learning English. Topics covered in conversation groups include American culture and holidays, idioms, …
Stop by and ask a librarian your technology-related questions. If we can't help with a specific issue you are having, we will do our best to point you to resources that can! Email arlington@minlib.net with any questions.
Sit on a carpet square for books, songs, and silliness! For ages 3-5. Pick up free ticket 1/2 hr. prior.
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 …
When school gets out early, teens can come to the Robbins to play games and do casual crafts! The Nintendo Switch and Button-maker will be set up, alongside other games and crafts requested by teens.
Singing and dancing with local musicians! For ages 0-5. Pick up ticket 1/2 hr. prior.
If you’re registered for Rainbow Readers Dec. Book Club join us to discuss Goldie Vance. Check in at desk.
Grab a friend or your favorite adult and come play our board games-or bring your own! Puzzles too! Drop in. For all ages.
Stories, rhymes, and fun! For ages 1-5. Alternating Fridays and Saturdays. Pick up free ticket 1/2 hr. prior.
Learn how to use your super powers of Breath, Kindness, Creativity, and Imagination, through Yoga, Songs, Story, and Positive Affirmations! Kimberly plays guitar, drum, singing bowl, Koshi chime and wireless microphone. For ages 3-9. Pick up a ticket 1/2 hr prior.
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.
Songs, stories, and rhymes galore! For ages 1-2. Pick up tickets 1/2 hr. prior. Please choose one story time to attend.
Songs, stories, and rhymes galore! For ages 1-2. Pick up tickets 1/2 hr. prior. Please choose one story time to attend.
Singing and dancing with local musicians! For ages 0-5. Pick up ticket 1/2 hr. prior.
Register Here: http://www.englishatlarge.org/conversation-groups/ English At Large conversation groups are 10-14 intermediate to advanced English learners who meet weekly to practice their English speaking skills. The groups provide an opportunity for learners to improve their speaking confidence and meet other adults who are learning English. Topics covered in conversation groups include American culture and holidays, idioms, …
Join us for a gentle yoga and meditation class hosted by our local studio Lotus Yoga. This is a beginner-friendly class focusing on stretching, breathing, and mindfulness. Bring your yoga mat or use one of our chairs. Sponsored by the Friends of the Robbins Library
Sit on a carpet square for books, songs, and silliness! For ages 3-5. Pick up free ticket 1/2 hr. prior.
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 …
From Artemis to Mars missions, have fun (games, activities, experiments!) learning about space missions. For ages 7-10. Pick up ticket 1/2 hr. prior.
Singing and dancing with local musicians! For ages 0-5. Pick up ticket 1/2 hr. prior.
Grab a friend or your favorite adult and come play our board games-or bring your own! Puzzles too! Drop in. For all ages.
Hear a story and sing and move to the beat! For ages 2-4. Pick up ticket 1/2 hr. prior.
CANCELLED! Stories, rhymes, and fun! For ages 1-5. Alternating Fridays and Saturdays. Pick up free ticket 1/2 hr. prior.
Register Here: http://www.englishatlarge.org/conversation-groups/ English At Large conversation groups are 10-14 intermediate to advanced English learners who meet weekly to practice their English speaking skills. The groups provide an opportunity for learners to improve their speaking confidence and meet other adults who are learning English. Topics covered in conversation groups include American culture and holidays, idioms, …
Join us for a gentle yoga and meditation class hosted by our local studio Lotus Yoga. This is a beginner-friendly class focusing on stretching, breathing, and mindfulness. Bring your yoga mat or use one of our chairs. Sponsored by the Friends of the Robbins Library
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 …
Bring your current project and enjoy the company of your fellow crafters. Drop-in every fourth Thursday of the month to work on your project, get inspired, and socialize. All crafts and adults are welcome!
Grab a friend or your favorite adult and come play our board games-or bring your own! Puzzles too! Drop in. For all ages.
Stories, rhymes, and fun! For ages 1-5. Alternating Fridays and Saturdays. Pick up free ticket 1/2 hr. prior.
Register Here: http://www.englishatlarge.org/conversation-groups/ English At Large conversation groups are 10-14 intermediate to advanced English learners who meet weekly to practice their English speaking skills. The groups provide an opportunity for learners to improve their speaking confidence and meet other adults who are learning English. Topics covered in conversation groups include American culture and holidays, idioms, …
Join us for a gentle yoga and meditation class hosted by our local studio Lotus Yoga. This is a beginner-friendly class focusing on stretching, breathing, and mindfulness. Bring your yoga mat or use one of our chairs. Sponsored by the Friends of the Robbins Library
When school gets out early, teens can come to the Robbins to play games and do casual crafts! The Nintendo Switch and Button-maker will be set up, alongside other games and crafts suggested by the Teen Advisory Board!
Reel Queer: Documentary & Discussion Taint nobody’s business: Queer blues divas of the 1920s (28 mins) T'Ain't Nobody's Bizness excavates the hidden sexualities of Black female entertainers who reigned over the nascent blues recording industry of the 1920s. Unlike the male-dominated jazz scene, early blues provided a space for women to take the lead and …
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