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Fall 2026 Citizenship Preparation Class

Saturday, September 26 · 10 AM – 12 PM · Auditorium, Central Library, 79 Highland Ave, Somerville, MA, 02143

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The Somerville Public Library in partnership with St. Mark Community Education Program is offering a free, 12 week U.S. Citizenship Preparation class. The class will prepare students for the citizenship interview including the 128 civics questions, the reading & writing sections, and interview questions based on the filed N-400 application. Important: For this class cycle, we will be teaching the new set of civics questions (128 questions). **If you filed your N-400 application before October 20, 2025, please let us know. You will take the 2008 version of the civics test (100 questions).** Requirements: Intermediate level of English (reading, writing, speaking and understanding) and 5 years as a U.S. permanent resident (green card holder) or 3 years, if married to a US citizen. Attendance: By registering, you are registering for all 12 weeks and are expected to come to a majority of the classes. If you cannot attend all 12 weeks or can no longer attend, please let us know. Space is limited in our classes. For questions or help with registration, please contact: Brigid Pigott, Literacy/Volunteer Coordinator Email: bpigott@somervillema.gov WhatsApp: +1 617.366.7684 Office: 617.623.5000 x.2935

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