Worcester Public Library

The Main Library opening for today, October 28 has been delayed one hour. We will be open from 2 - 8:30 p.m. We are currently without water, but expect it to be back up and running soon. Early voting is still open in the lobby area from 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.

The Main Library will have reduced hours: Tuesday, October 28. The library will be open 1 - 8:30 p.m. Early voting will still be available.

Celebrate 75 years of Peanuts at @Worcester_PL on Oct. 4. Free family fun — meet Snoopy, see a 200-lb Great Pumpkin, explore the Charles M. Schulz Museum exhibit, join the Linus blanket drive for shelter pets and more. theworcesterguardian.org/f/snoopy-comes…

It's National Book Lovers Day! Before taking off, grab a book from @Worcester_PL and level up your travel game one page at a time. Where will your next chapter take you?

The Worcester Public Library @Worcester_PL holds its 5th Annual Block Party on Saturday, Aug. 9, including free activities for all ages and performances. thisweekinworcester.com/worcester-publ…

Please note: The phone system is currently experiencing some technical difficulties. We appreciate your patience as we try to address the issue.

Due to forecasted high temperatures Monday, July 28 and Tuesday, July 29, the City of Worcester is activating cooling centers for residents. Learn more: worcesterma.gov/announcements/…

Congratulations to the @Worcester_PL for receiving the American Library Association’s John Cotton Dana Library Public Relations Award! 🎉 Read about it here ⬇️

With the 2026 Fiscal Year (FY) approaching we're taking a look back at some of the municipality's key accomplishments in FY2025. Up next: how we got more people reading both in @Worcester_PL branches and our @worcesterpublic schools.

An extreme heat warning is in effect. The @Worcester_PL and Worcester Senior Center will serve as cooling centers Monday and Tuesday. The @Worcester311 Customer Service Center will serve as a cooling center on Tuesday. Here are some tips on how you can stay safe and cool.

The City of Worcester announced Friday that the @Worcester_PL Frances Perkins Branch will reopen June 10. Learn more: worcesterma.gov/announcements/…

WPL is looking for models of all ages to pose for photos to use on our new website. A professional photographer will be at the Main Library: Thursday, June 5 from 1 - 5 p.m. Ages 17 and under must have written permission from a legal guardian to participate. Email comms@mywpl.org

See what's new this week at WPL here: wowbrary.org/nu.aspx?p=3339…

See what's new this week at WPL here: wowbrary.org/nu.aspx?p=3339…

See what's new this week at WPL here: wowbrary.org/nu.aspx?p=3339…

Time out for fun: Things to do in Central Mass. during school vacation telegram.com/story/entertai… @EcoTarium @Worcester_PL @DavisFarmland @oldsturbridge @WHMuseum

See what's new this week at WPL here: wowbrary.org/nu.aspx?p=3339…

Looking for something new to read during National Library Week? Here’s a selection of new fic and nonfic recently made available at WPL, including some travel books!

See what's new at WPL this week: wowbrary.org/nu.aspx?p=3339…

Libby the bookmobile will be making a stop at the Frances Perkins Branch today from 2-4:30 p.m. You can still pick up your holds from the Main Library, but stop by for some browsing and to say hi!