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The Public Library of Brookline Newsletter
Monday, December 22nd 2025

Hello reader!

Read on for what's happening at the library.

Upcoming Events

Dance and Creative Movement with Little Beats

Coolidge Corner
Tuesday, December 23, 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Come move and groove in a session led by a high-energy instructor from Little Beats Dance Academy! Free tickets are available at the children’s desk starting at 10 AM.
For kids ages 0-5 and their grownups.
This program is generously funded by the Brookline Library Foundation.

English Club

Brookline Village
Tuesday, December 23, 10:30 AM to 12:00 AM
Welcome all English language learners, and practice English at the library! This conversation and reading group meets in Meeting Room A – on the first floor of the Brookline Village Library. Every week we propose a topic that participants discuss in small groups. This program is open to adult language learners of all levels. No need to register, join when you can. New members are always welcome!

Holiday Hours

Wednesday, Dec 24 (Christmas Eve): All three library locations will be open 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Thursday, Dec 25 (Christmas Day): All locations closed
Friday, Dec 26 (Day after Christmas): Brookline Village open 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Coolidge Corner: closed; Putterham open 9:30 - 5:00 PM
Sunday, Dec 28: Brookline Village open 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM; Coolidge Corner & Putterham closed
Wednesday, Dec 31 (New Year's Eve): All three locations open 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday, Jan 1, 2026 (New Year's Day): All locations closed

Coming in January

Magic Show Concert with Bonaparte the Magician

Coolidge Corner
Friday, January 2, 2:00 PM to 2:45 AM
Join professional magician Bonaparte for a concert/comedy/magic show that will keep you entertained and amazed – and might even feature the appearance of some animal companions! Capacity is limited - pick up your ticket at the children’s desk starting at 1:30 PM.
For children ages 3+ and their families.
This event is generously sponsored by the Brookline Library Foundation.

Morning Programs in Hunneman Hall

Brookline Village
Weekly morning programs for kids resume the week of January 5

Monday: Babytime at 10:30 AM
Tuesday: Brookline Community Playgroup at 10:30 AM
Wednesday: Family Storytime at 10:30 AM
Thursday (starts Jan. 15) : Music and Movement at 10:30 AM

Want more Library Programs?

Head to our events calendar to see our regular weekly and monthly programs,
including storytimes, social groups, and book clubs for kids and adults!

See programs by location: Brookline Village | Coolidge Corner | Putterham
See programs by audience: Adults | Children | Teens | Tweens

Starting in January: Don't Forget Your Card!

Beginning in January 2026, the library will be requiring that patrons present their library card or a photo ID to check out items. This is to protect your privacy and to ensure that only you--or those you give explicit permission to use your card--are checking out on your account. Have you gone fully digital? Download the Minuteman Mobile app (iOS or Android) to have a copy of your card on your phone at all times! Need a new card? We're happy to help at any library location.
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