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Library Social Work

Drop-In Hours at Central
2026-12-08 14:00:00 2026-12-08 17:00:00 America/New_York Library Social Work The Library Social Work Program is here to provide patrons with resources, information, and referrals for local social services and supports. Central Library - Library Social Worker's Office

Tuesday, December 08
2:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-12-08 14:00:00 2026-12-08 17:00:00 America/New_York Library Social Work The Library Social Work Program is here to provide patrons with resources, information, and referrals for local social services and supports. Central Library - Library Social Worker's Office

Central Library

Library Social Worker's Office

The Library Social Work Program is here to provide patrons with resources, information, and referrals for local social services and supports.

For a more detailed description of services, please visit the Social Worker page on our website.

All appointments are confidential, and free for Somerville Public Library patrons! Visit this page to schedule an appointment online.

¡Ofrecemos nuestros servicios y consultas en español! Speak a language other than English or Spanish? Our social work team has access to interpreters.

Questions? Please email splsocialworker@somervillema.gov.

Note: the Library Social Worker does NOT provide therapy or long-term case management, but can help refer patrons for these services if necessary.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Social Work |

Central Library
Phone: (617) 623-5000
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Today's hours

Closed

We're closed Wednesday November 11 due to Veterans Day
Mon, Nov 09 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Nov 10 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Nov 11 Closed
(Veterans Day)
Thu, Nov 12 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Nov 13 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 14 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Nov 15 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the Library

Built in 1914, the Central Library is a historic Carnegie-funded library that includes our Auditorium, Study Rooms 206 and 207, and our Local History Room.

ADA Accessible

Upcoming Events

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Free Write Monday Night
Mon, Nov 09, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
East Branch
A creative writing group for adults that meets on the second Monday monthly.
Chair Yoga at East
Thu, Nov 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
East Branch
Chair Yoga meets every other Thursday morning, with the exception of holidays, from September through June.
Queer Book Club
Mon, Nov 16, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Central Library - Auditorium,Virtual on Zoom
Come join us to discuss queer books and meet new friends in the community!
Death Cafe at the East Branch
Mon, Nov 16, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
East Branch
A Death Cafe is a group directed discussion of death with no agenda, objectives or themes. It is a discussion group rather than a grief support or counselling session.
The Booking Test Group Quarterly Meeting - West Branch Community Room
Tue, Nov 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm
West Branch
This is not a library sponsored event. This event is free and open to the public.
Board Game Night for Teens
Tue, Nov 17, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Central Library - Teen Room
Join us in the Teen Room for a chill game night! Come play an old favorite game or try out a new one. We'll have a range of options, including board games, card games, and Jenga.
East Branch Book Group
Fri, Nov 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
East Branch
We meet on the fourth Friday of the month, excluding holidays, at the East Branch Library!
Introducton to Mah Jong
Mon, Nov 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
West Branch - West Branch Atrium
Learn to play Mah Jong at the West Branch.
Library Social Work - One-on-One Appointments at West
Tue, Dec 01, 9:30am - 12:00pm
West Branch - Study Room 005
The Library Social Worker is here to provide patrons with resources, information, and referrals for local social services and supports.
Library Social Work - Drop-In Hours at Central
Tue, Dec 01, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Library Social Worker's Office
The Library Social Work Program is here to provide patrons with resources, information, and referrals for local social services and supports.
Library Social Work - Drop-In Hours at East
Wed, Dec 02, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
East Branch - East Branch
The Library Social Work Program is here to provide patrons with resources, information, and referrals for local social services and supports.
CelebriTea Book Club
Wed, Dec 02, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
West Branch - Community Room
The Celebritea Book Club is a monthly book club inviting patrons to read a tell-all celebrity memoir and the drink tea while discussing it.
Library Social Work - One-on-One Appointments at Central
Thu, Dec 03, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Central Library
The Library Social Work Program is here to provide patrons with resources, information, and referrals for local social services and supports.
Dungeons & Dragons with Danger Wizard - for ages 8-12
Sat, Dec 05, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Central Library - Auditorium
Join Danger Wizard for an exciting DND one-shot full of fun and adventure!
Registration opens Saturday, November 21 2026 at 1:30pm
Library Social Work - Drop-In Hours at West
Mon, Dec 07, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
West Branch
The Library Social Work Program is here to provide patrons with resources, information, and referrals for local social services and supports.
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Library Social Work - Drop-In Hours at East
Mon, Dec 07, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
East Branch
The Library Social Work Program is here to provide patrons with resources, information, and referrals for local social services and supports.
Puzzle Swap at West
Mon, Dec 07, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
West Branch
It's time to refresh your puzzle supply!
Introducton to Mah Jong
Mon, Dec 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
West Branch - West Branch Atrium
Learn to play Mah Jong at the West Branch.
Library Social Work - One-on-One Appointments at West
Tue, Dec 08, 9:30am - 12:00pm
West Branch - Study Room 005
The Library Social Worker is here to provide patrons with resources, information, and referrals for local social services and supports.
Library Social Work - Drop-In Hours at Central
Tue, Dec 08, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Library Social Worker's Office
The Library Social Work Program is here to provide patrons with resources, information, and referrals for local social services and supports.
Midwinter Ghost Stories for Tweens
Tue, Dec 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Central Library - Auditorium
It's the darkest time of year. Let's tell some stories to match. Gather round for an evening of bone-chilling folktales perfect for the dead of winter.
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