Write 1000 words or less about ROOT. Open to teens entering GRADES 6-12. Submissions are due on or before Wednesday, September 30. Prizes for 1st place winner and runner up. 1,000 words or less. All formats and interpretations of ROOT are welcome and encouraged! All essays must be composed by you, AI-generated work will be disqualified. Submit your entry to: libraryteendepartment@watertown-ma.gov. Please include your name and age.
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Make a lawn sign that shares what is important to you as a teen! These signs will be installed on the Library’s front lawn in October to inform decision makers and others about your experience(s) and your vision of the future. For teens in GRADES 6-12. The Watertown Free Public Library does not discriminate and does no…
All the Art! Gr. K–2 Try something new in this experiential class! Explore art making with a variety of different materials including clay, collage, paint, oil pastels, and recycled materials. Learn about color mixing, play with textures, build 3D sculptures, and discover your creative self! Returning participants are…
Join us for Danger Club! This month's dangerous activity is making an egg drop parachute. For kids ages 8-11. Registration is required and begins on September 16. The Watertown Free Public Library does not discriminate and does not share your information with anyone. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodati…
Boston Dance Theater (BDT) brings its signature blend of artistry, accessibility, and wellness to the Mosesian Center for the Arts. Led by professional company members, these classes welcome movers of all backgrounds—from curious beginners to advanced dancers seeking a professional environment. 2026 Session Dates Fall…
Acrylic Painting Gr. 8-12 This is a beginning level acrylic painting course to explore fundamental painting concepts such as color, composition, form and value. Participants will learn to draw and paint from still lifes and figure poses, with emphasis on individual expression. Tuesdays, 6:30-7:45 pm September 29-Novemb…
Join us for some cozy pre-bedtime stories and wind-down songs in this story time for ages 0-5. No registration. The Watertown Free Public Library does not discriminate and does not share your information with anyone. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to enable you to participate in our events. Cont…
Big blue blocks are an innovative, loose parts building system that transforms any space into a fun experiment! For kids ages 2-11. No registration. The Watertown Free Public Library does not discriminate and does not share your information with anyone. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to enable y…
This class is not taking new students without registration. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma.org if you are interested in joining English classes. The Watertown Free Public Library does not discriminate and does not share your…
This class is not taking new students without registration. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma.org if you are interested in joining English classes. The Watertown Free Public Library does not discriminate and does not share your…
This class is not taking new students without registration. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma.gov if you are interested in joining English classes. The Watertown Free Public Library does not discriminate and does not share your…
Drawing and Cartooning Gr. 6-8 Do you love drawing? Do you like making comics and cartoons? Then you will love this class! Participants will experiment with a variety of drawing mediums, charcoal, pencil, pen & ink and more to create awesome illustrations. We will draw cartoons and comics and explore character developm…
Join a Children's Librarian for stories and songs! For walkers up through age 2. No registration. The Watertown Free Public Library does not discriminate and does not share your information with anyone. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to enable you to participate in our events. Contact the librar…
