Chess Hour (O'Neill)
Join us for a game of chess at the O'Neill Branch! Players of all skill levels and all ages are welcome to participate.
Chess sets will be provided, but feel free to bring your own. This is a space for individuals to play and test their skills against other members of the community. This is not an instructional class.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at 617-349-4023 or via email: ipachoncaballero@cambridgema.gov
Kids' Zine Collective (Collins)
This event will take place at the Collins Branch during the O'Neill Branch closure. Please contact sjoycefarley@cambridgema.gov with any questions.
What's a zine? And how do I make one? Come find out!
Kids are invited to explore making, copying, sharing, and swapping zines. Making zines will include activities like writing, drawing, and using a photocopier.
For kids ages 7 and up.
Snacks are provided!
Kids' Zine Collective (Collins)
This event will take place at the Collins Branch during the O'Neill Branch closure. Please contact sjoycefarley@cambridgema.gov with any questions.
What's a zine? And how do I make one? Come find out!
Kids are invited to explore making, copying, sharing, and swapping zines. Making zines will include activities like writing, drawing, and using a photocopier.
For kids ages 7 and up.
Snacks are provided!
Craft & Art Supply Swap (Main)
Exchange your surplus paint, fabric, fiber, and other supplies with fellow crafters and artists in the community!
Donations accepted at the Main Library Q&A desk starting January 5, 2026.
Make & Mend Somerville has generously offered to accept leftover supplies, so please make sure your donations follow their guidelines: https://makeandmendshop.com/pages/donate.
Queer Zine Making (Valente)
In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn what exactly a zine is and what it has to do with queer and trans liberation. Then, you will learn how to make your very own, very queer zine!
To get some context, we will take a brief look at the history of queer and trans zines, as well as the present-day zine scene. Then you will learn how to fold one sheet of paper into an eight page zine that is easy to make copies of for distribution. We'll also explore and brainstorm various ways that you can get your zine to the people in the world who are interested in reading, viewing, studying, and/or adoring it (these people exist!).
Registration required.
Tai Chi Under the Tree (Main)
Explore Qigong warm-ups and the elements of Tai Chi with instructor Ellen DeGenova. This class offers highly adaptable and accessible ways of moving for everyone. No experience necessary. A seated option will be available. Registration is preferred but not required. In case of inclement weather, this event will take place in the Community Room
Kindergarten Party (O'Connell)
Party like you just got your first library card! All Kindergartners, along with their families and friends, are welcome to attend. We will have activities, crafts and snacks.
Kindergarten Party (Boudreau)
Party like you just got your first library card! All Kindergartners, along with their families and friends, are welcome to attend. We will have activities, crafts and snacks.