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Tuesday, February 212:00—1:00 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

American History Book Club

Please join our ongoing book discussion group focused on American history. 12/1: The Radium Girls by Kate Moore 1/5: Caste: The Origin of Our Discontents by Isabel Wilkerson 2/2: You’ll Never Forget Your First by Alexis CoeRegister here.

Tuesday, February 23:30—4:30 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Read to Luna

Boost reading skills and confidence. Read to Luna monthly, our certified pet therapy dog. She loves to listen to stories! After registering you will be emailed with your own individual reading session, which is 15 minutes long. Recommended for ages 5 and up.…Learn More

Tuesday, February 25:30—7:00 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Introduction to Coding: Python for Beginners

Introduction to the world of computer programming, using the Python programming language. You will learn about expressions, variables, logic, and control structures, and use them to write simple programs. Students are expected to have a valid email address, be able to download software to your computer and use an internet browser such as Chrome.…Learn More

Wednesday, February 310:00—11:00 AMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Family Storytime

Enjoy a virtual Family Storytime from home with stories, songs, and more! Ages 5 and under and their families. Register hereAfter registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining this event via Zoom. com.

Wednesday, February 34:00—5:00 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Teen & Tween Coding Club

Learn Javascript and experiment with filters, animations, memes, and more!

Wednesday, February 35:30—6:30 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

English Conversation Circle

Practice speaking English in a relaxed, comfortable place, and meet new friends as we learn by talking together. Register here.

Wednesday, February 35:30—6:30 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Citizenship Classes

Covers U. S. Citizenship test material. Participants must be 18 or older and be able to speak and understand English. Register HEREAfter registering, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions on how to join the meeting.

Thursday, February 410:00—10:45 AMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Bilingual Storytime

Bilingual Storytime is primarily in Spanish/en español and includes bilingual (Spanish/English) stories, nursery rhymes, and songs. Recommended for ages 2-5. Register here. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting via Zoom.…Learn More

Thursday, February 43:00—4:00 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Virtual Knitting Circle

Do you miss knitting with other people? Our Knitting Circle is going virtual this Fall! Knit along with us on a themed project, knit for charity, or feel free to knit something you are working on already! Knitters of all skill levels and other needlecraft enthusiasts are welcome to join us via Zoom.…Learn More

Thursday, February 43:00—4:00 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Rezarta Recommends

A Facebook biweekly Live chat about books for kids with a special guest each week. Discover new books, learn about librarian’s favorite titles and authors, and get book recommendations. Look for it every other Thursday on our Facebook page! Rezarta and her guest Youth Services Librarian, Cara Young will discuss and recommend books in celebration of Black History Month, including books written by black authors.…Learn More

Friday, February 59:30—10:30 AMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Learning to Zoom

Please join us in learning how to use the software platform Zoom! Zoom is a video conferencing app that allows you to set up audio conferencing as well as webinars, screen-sharing and lots more! We will be showing you how to create your zoom account as well as learn how to use it, so don’t miss out in gaining more information on this great way to connect with people virtually! Register here.…Learn More

Friday, February 511:00 AM—1:00 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Steps to Starting a Business

Offered by Center for Women & Enterprise. If you are considering starting a business or in the early stages of launching one, this workshop will outline everything you need to know. In this workshop, you will: Develop your business idea and planning Review the importance of a business plan Gain an understanding of the process and requirements for starting a business, including; Legal structures How to choose and register a business name and entity How to obtain an employer identification number, licenses, permits and insurance Determining your financing needs Understanding employer responsibilities Learn about available resources and training You will leave the session with an A-to-Z overview, and specific tools and tips that will help you get started quickly.…Learn More

Friday, February 53:30—4:15 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Animals of North America: Larger Animals-Part 2

Friday Field Trips with WPL continue with creatures big and small! Join us for this virtual animal presentation using the Zoom platform. Some of the larger animals presented might be the bobcat, owl, hawk, foxes, vultures, lynx, big gators, opossum, and more.…Learn More

Friday, February 54:30—5:15 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Teen & Tween Gaming Club: Among Us

Fridays @ 4:30pmJoin us for weekly games of the online game Among Us, a multiplayer whodunit set in space! Spaceship crewmates must discover the impostor saboteur among them as they prepare to launch into space. For 4-10 players ages 11-17. This program will meet through Zoom.…Learn More

Saturday, February 69:00—9:45 AMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Storytime Yoga

This weekly class combines children's books and yoga to offer a special experience for toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers! Each class will feature a different theme or author. Children will learn poses, sing songs, and play games while exploring new movements and social skills.…Learn More

Saturday, February 69:30—10:30 AMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Peace of Mind Meditation with Soni Sayana– Inner Resilience

Our current times require each one of us to deal with so much uncertainty on a daily basis. In order to roll with the new scenes of life, we each need to reinforce our inner resilience. Meditation is a tool that can be used to become more resilient to changes in life, and Raja Yoga knowledge shared through this meditation practice, allows us to understand and recognize our inner powers of resilience to survive and thrive.…Learn More

Saturday, February 610:00—10:30 AMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Book A Librarian

Register for a virtual one-on-one session with a librarian if you want to learn about any of the following topics - how to use WPL’s online resources, search the catalog, reserve materials or to download free e-books & audiobooks to your device.…Learn More

Saturday, February 611:00 AM—12:00 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Poetry Writing 101 with Susan Roney-O’Brien: In Form, Conform, Reform

Traditional or “received” forms give poets the opportunity to practice technique, to work within an established scaffolding. We tune our ears to meter and rhythmic patterns that, once set up, are expected. So many forms to explore! We’ll start simply, define and try, limericks, acrostics, abcderians, haikus, tankas and move on to read sonnets, sestinas and villanelles.…Learn More

Monday, February 89:30—10:30 AMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Introduction to Finding Grants

There are many considerations to be made when seeking funding to support your non-profit organization. This workshop will provide an overview of the grant seeking process as outlined by Candid (formerly known as the Foundation Center) and will provide a look at how to use the Foundation Directory online database.…Learn More

Tuesday, February 912:00—1:00 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Romance Readers Book Club

If you love to read about love, this is the book club for you! Ages 18 & up welcome. 12/8: Bringing Down the Duke by Evie Dunmore 1/12: Something to Talk About by Meryl Wilsner 2/9: Get a Life, Chloe Brown by Talia HibbertRegister here.

Tuesday, February 93:00—4:00 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

CANCELLED: Generating Sales Lists Using Reference Solutions

Learn how to generate sales lists for business to business (B2B) or business to consumer (B2C) target marketing for your small business using a library business database you can access from home or work with your WPL library card and PIN. Identify new businesses and new movers/residents and healthcare professionals to market your product or services to using this powerful suite of databases.…Learn More

Tuesday, February 95:30—7:00 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Introduction to Coding: Python for Beginners

Wednesday, February 1010:00—11:00 AMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Family Storytime

Wednesday, February 1012:00—1:00 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Film Discussion Club

Join fellow movie buffs as we discuss a diverse selection of critically-acclaimed films. All films are available on Kanopy. Adults ages 18 & up welcome. 12/9: Rashomon (1950) Run time: 89 minutes Rating: Not Rated 1/13: Moonlight (2016) Run time: 111 minutes Rating: R 2/10: Lady Bird (2017) Run time: 94 minutes Rating: R Register here.

Wednesday, February 104:00—5:00 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Teen & Tween Coding Club

Learn Javascript and experiment with filters, animations, memes, and more!

Wednesday, February 105:30—6:30 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

English Conversation Circle

Practice speaking English in a relaxed, comfortable place, and meet new friends as we learn by talking together. Register here.

Wednesday, February 105:30—6:30 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Citizenship Classes

Thursday, February 1110:00—10:45 AMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Bilingual Storytime

Thursday, February 113:00—4:00 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Virtual Knitting Circle

Friday, February 129:30—10:30 AMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

WordPress Basics

Learn how to start your own website with WordPress, the most popular content management system on the web. Create pages with the click of a button, then easily add, style, and arrange elements on the page to fashion a simple but stylish site. Basic computer skills required.…Learn More

Friday, February 124:30—5:15 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Teen & Tween Gaming Club: Among Us

Saturday, February 139:00—9:45 AMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Storytime Yoga

Saturday, February 1310:00—10:30 AMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Book A Librarian

Saturday, February 132:00—3:30 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Virtual Circolo Italiano

Parliamo italiano insieme! Una collaborazione fra il Circolo Italiano di West Boylston, Worcester Public Library e Holy Cross. Register here.

Saturday, February 132:30—3:30 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

The Case for Coffee: Nutrition Class with Judy Palken, Registered Dietitian

Come learn about one of the most widely-consumed beverages in the world. Coffee is complex - it is problematic for some, yet full of health benefits. Find out how to include this beverage in your life healthfully, including effects of caffeine, and what you add to your coffee.…Learn More

Tuesday, February 1612:00—1:00 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Science Fiction Book Club

Do you like reading about spaceships, parallel worlds, aliens, telepathy, time travel or droids? Join us to discuss great SF & Fantasy fiction. Ages 16 and up welcome. 12/15: Non-Stop by Brian Aldiss 1/19: Gun, With Occasional Music by Jonathan Lethem2/16: All Systems Red by Martha WellsRegister here.

Wednesday, February 1710:00—11:00 AMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Family Storytime

Wednesday, February 174:00—5:00 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Teen & Tween Coding Club

Learn Javascript and experiment with filters, animations, memes, and more!

Wednesday, February 175:30—6:30 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

English Conversation Circle

Practice speaking English in a relaxed, comfortable place, and meet new friends as we learn by talking together. Register here.

Wednesday, February 175:30—6:30 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Citizenship Classes

Thursday, February 182:30—3:30 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Type II Diabetes Series with Judy Palken, Registered Dietitian - Session III

Session 3 - Sugary TopicsCase Study - After-dinner sweets Please join us for three online classes that can help you if you have type 2 diabetes, or if you are at risk of developing diabetes. Everyone is welcome, come to any or all of these classes if you are interested in this very important topic.…Learn More

Thursday, February 183:00—4:00 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Virtual Knitting Circle

Thursday, February 183:00—4:00 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Rezarta Recommends

A Facebook biweekly Live chat about books for kids with a special guest each week. Discover new books, learn about librarian’s favorite titles and authors, and get book recommendations. Look for it every other Thursday on our Facebook page! With special guest Ryan Duffy, WPL Children's Librarian.…Learn More

Friday, February 199:30—10:30 AMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Introduction to CSS

Learn the basics of CSS, the language that styles the web. In this course you will learn how to change element colors, sizes, spacing, add borders, background images, and more. Basic knowledge of HTML required. Each class can be attended separately.…Learn More

Friday, February 194:30—5:15 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Teen & Tween Gaming Club: Among Us

Saturday, February 209:00—9:45 AMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Storytime Yoga

Saturday, February 2010:00—10:30 AMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Book A Librarian

Monday, February 229:30—10:30 AMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Personal Investing with Morningstar Investment Research Center

Research is key to making informed choices when it comes to investing, and Worcester Public Library has a subscription to the Morningstar Investment Research Center database that you can use to learn more about companies, ETF’s, and stock and bond mutual funds.…Learn More

Tuesday, February 2312:00—1:00 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Great American Read Book Club

Attendees will receive a free copy of the upcoming month’s selection. 12/22: The Outsiders by S. E. Hinton 1/26: Frankenstein by Mary Shelley 2/23: Beloved by Toni MorrisonRegister here.

Tuesday, February 233:00—4:00 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

MAKE IT! Weekly S.T.E.M. Activities

Engineering Ambassadors from Worcester Polytechnic Institute will take 15 minutes to present on the topic of Prosthetics for Animals. In this talk we will explore how engineers apply their knowledge to replace limbs by using technology and materials to provide people with independence, mobility and experiences.…Learn More

Wednesday, February 2410:00—11:00 AMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Family Storytime

Wednesday, February 2412:00—1:00 PMVirtual EventWorcester, MA, 01608

Murder by the Book Mystery Book Club

Whodunit? That's what we'll find out at our new Murder by the Book Mystery Book Club! From cozies to noir to everything in between, we'll discuss a different type of mystery every month. 12/23: The Widows of Malabar Hill by Sujata Massey 1/27: Faceless Killers by Henning Mankell 2/24: Déjà Dead by Kathy ReichsRegister here.