The Malden Public Library will be closed for the December holidays until Dec. 26. We will reopen on Thursday at 9 a.m.

Young Adults in the 6th through 12th grade are invited to a delish craft program. Decorate and adorn your personalized cookie for a sweet treat or as a gift, and help start this Winter season off right. Join us on Thursday, Dec. 12th from 3:00 – 4:00 in the Program Room of the library, and sign up to reserve your spot on our online calendar here:

https://maldenpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/young-adult-cookie-decoration-craft/

Young Adults in the 5th through 12th grade are invited to become Miniature Picasso’s at the library on Tuesday, Dec. 17th from 3:00-4:30. Everyone will have their own art supplies including a miniature easel to make a small painting of your own design. This makes for a great gift or just a fun artistic expression.

Space is limited so make sure to click the link here in order to secure your spot: https://maldenpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/young-adult-miniature-painting-craft/

The Library will be closed on Monday, November 11^th in honor of Veterans’ Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, November 12^th at 9 am.

December can be a chaotic month; with holidays, school breaks, winter weather. So we have some fun programs to help entertain your children and give you a little break to enjoy the season.

First up on Wednesday, December 11th at 6pm: we have the very family friendly movie “the Wild Robot”. This movie is still in theaters, but we are able to show it absolutely free. Come by and watch it on our new projection system. It looks great!

Next on Thursday, December 12th at 4pm: we are welcoming back “Teeth Time”. Help your little one feel good about cleaning their teeth. This program has an activity, and approaches the topic in a fun and engaging manner. No registration, just come and enjoy.

On Saturday, December 14th at 3pm: we are hosting performer Steve Blunt for a “Winter Sing-a-long”. Steve will lead us all in fun holiday and winter themed songs. This program is open to children of all ages.

Wednesday, December 18th at 2pm: we are opening the galleries for arts and some crafts. Come make ornaments while looking at the beautiful art the Converse building has on display. It is the perfect space to relax and be inspired. This is an all ages event. The whole community is welcome.

And while you are planning for your holidays please remember that the library takes a short break around Christmas. We strongly encourage everyone to pick up their holds before close on Saturday December 21st as we will be closed on Monday December 23rd-Wednesday December 25th. We will be back and ready to go for December 26th, so if you miss us please stop by then!

Happy Merry December everyone!

Young Adults in the 5th through 12th are invited to make their own Pocket Monster at the Malden Public Library.

Join us on Tuesday, November 5th from 3:00 – 4:30 in the Maccario Room for this fun and fast craft. Bandai Model Crafts require that you snap your creation together like a puzzle following simple instructions. Sign up is required so make sure to look at our online calendar and reserve your spot today:

https://maldenpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/young-adult-pokemon-model-crafting/

We’ll supply the LEGO bricks, and children can have fun using their imaginations and creating their own LEGO projects on Tuesday, November 5, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Recommended for grades K-5.

The Malden Public Library will be closed on Monday, October 14th in honor of Indigenous Peoples’ Day. The library will reopen on Tuesday, October 15th at 9 a.m.

Young Adults in the 6th – 12th Grade are invited to celebrate the spooky season with a party at the MPL. Join us on Thursday, October 31st from 3:00 – 4:30 for gaming, snacks, pizza and fun!

No sign up is required, but the trick is treats will go fast, so come after school for a ghoulish good time.