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“UNTIL HELP ARRIVES With Somerville Emergency Management,” with the Emergency Management Somerville and Somerville Public Library logos, and a red medical kit icon.

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Until Help Arrives with Somerville Emergency Management
2026-12-09 17:30:00 2026-12-09 20:30:00 America/New_York Until Help Arrives with Somerville Emergency Management As part of Somerville's Year of the Neighbor initiative, neighbors are invited to learn about responding to everyday emergencies with Somerville Emergency Management. Central Library - Auditorium

Wednesday, December 09
5:30pm - 8:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-12-09 17:30:00 2026-12-09 20:30:00 America/New_York Until Help Arrives with Somerville Emergency Management As part of Somerville's Year of the Neighbor initiative, neighbors are invited to learn about responding to everyday emergencies with Somerville Emergency Management. Central Library - Auditorium

Central Library

Auditorium

As part of Somerville's Year of the Neighbor initiative, neighbors are invited to learn about responding to everyday emergencies with Somerville Emergency Management.

Until Help Arrives is a FEMA-supported initiative designed to empower everyday people to take lifesaving action in the critical minutes before professional responders arrive. It teaches essential skills that can save lives during emergencies.

What You’ll Learn 

  • How to call 9-1-1 effectively 
  • How to stay safe in dangerous situations 
  • How to stop life-threatening bleeding 
  • How to provide comfort and support
  • How to safely position an injured person

Register below to receive event reminders, but registration is not required.

Questions? Please contact Lauren Mahoney at lmahoney@somervillema.gov or Jake Savage at jsavage@somervillema.gov

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Health & Wellness |

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

We're open 1:00PM to 5:00PM

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.

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Upcoming Events

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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.
DIY Hand Warmers - for Teens and Tweens!
Tue, Dec 01, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Auditorium
Keep your hands warm this winter! Join us to make a reusable hand warmer with just some rice and fabric.
Library Social Work - Drop-In Hours at East
Wed, Dec 02, 9:00am - 11:00am
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.
Half-Day Wednesday: BINGO - West
Wed, Dec 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
West Branch - West Branch Children's Room
B.I.N.G.O.!!
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.
The Booking Test Group Quarterly Meeting - West Branch Community Room
Thu, Dec 03, 11:00am - 12:30pm
West Branch
This is not a library sponsored event. This event is free and open to the public.
Creative Patching with Jessamy Shay
Thu, Dec 03, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
East Branch
Suitable for beginners with little or no sewing experience.
Registration opens Thursday, November 19 2026 at 9:00am
LGBTeen+ Club
Fri, Dec 04, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Teen Room
The LGBTeen+ Club is an opportunity for queer teens and their allies to connect, chat, make friends, and build community!
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.
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.
Library Social Work - Drop-In Hours at East
Wed, Dec 09, 9:00am - 11:00am
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.
Until Help Arrives with Somerville Emergency Management
Wed, Dec 09, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Central Library - Auditorium
As part of Somerville's Year of the Neighbor initiative, neighbors are invited to learn about responding to everyday emergencies with Somerville Emergency Management.
Somerville Stitch Club
Wed, Dec 09, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
West Branch - Community Room
Fiber craft in the West Branch Makerspace!
Registration opens Wednesday, November 25 2026 at 6:30pm
Library Social Work - One-on-One Appointments at Central
Thu, Dec 10, 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.
Chair Yoga at East
Thu, Dec 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
East Branch
Chair Yoga meets every other Thursday morning, with the exception of holidays, from September through June.
Library Social Work - Drop-In Hours at West
Mon, Dec 14, 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.
Boston Leather Guild
Mon, Dec 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
West Branch - Community Room
Boston Leather Guild is a creative community where artisans and makers share their love of leathercraft.
Somerville Ciné-Club
Mon, Dec 14, 6:30pm - 8:15pm
Central Library - Auditorium
Join us in building community and sharing our appreciation for film!
Free Write Monday Night
Mon, Dec 14, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
East Branch
A creative writing group for adults that meets on the second Monday monthly.
Library Social Work - One-on-One Appointments at West
Tue, Dec 15, 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.
STEAM Team - West
Tue, Dec 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Branch - West Branch Children's Room
Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Mathematics!
Library Social Work - Drop-In Hours at Central
Tue, Dec 15, 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.
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