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Firefighter Storytime: Thursday, October 19, 10:30 a.m.

Young children are invited to join us for this special drop-in storytime program on Thursday, October 19, at 10:30 a.m. Malden Firefighter Sara Finn will read aloud a picture book and talk about fire safety and what firefighters do. No registration required. Recommended for ages 3 and up. Preschool groups are welcome, but please call […]


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Preschool Storytime – Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.

Storytime for preschoolers (age 3 and older) will be offered weekly on a drop-in basis on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. beginning September 21. Each hour-long program will feature several picture books, songs and rhymes, and a simple craft. No need to register! Just come to the Children’s Room on Thursday and arrive by 10:30 a.m. […]


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Song & Rhyme Time, Tuesdays and alternating Saturdays

This early literacy program for young children (6 months to 4+ years) features songs, nursery rhymes, and a short picture book and takes place at 10 a.m. on Tuesdays (starting September 12) and alternating Saturdays (September 23,  October 7 & 21, etc.) The program lasts for about 45 minutes, and no registration is required. Just […]


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Chess for Kids, Wednesdays at 3:00pm

Children in grades K-5 who would like to learn how to play chess or improve their beginner game are invited to the Children’s Room at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesdays. For more details, please visit or call the Children’s Room (781-388-0803).


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Arabic Stories and Songs, Fridays at 11 a.m.

Young children and their caregivers are invited to join us in the Children’s Room every Friday, 11:00-11:30 a.m., for Arabic stories and songs. No registration necessary.


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Local Hikes & camping

There are many nearby parks where you can enjoy hiking in nature: Middlesex Fells, Breakheart Reservation, Lynn Woods, Harold Parker State Forest. The Harold Parker State Forest has more than 85 campsites at the Lorraine Park Campground. Get outdoors with the family and explore the beaten paths and beyond!  


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Youth

The Malden Public Library Children’s Department serves children from birth through fifth grade, along with their parents, caregivers and teachers. In addition to great books, we offer regular storytimes, special events, and a summer reading program. Class visits are available by appointment.  For more information, please call us at (781) 324-0218.

 

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