Holmes Public Library – 470 Plymouth St., Halifax, MA 02338 (781) 293-2271

Welcome to Holmes Public Library in Halifax, MA.

We offer books, digital resources, and engaging programs for all ages in a warm and welcoming space. Our library thrives because of our patrons, and your visits and participation truly make the difference in keeping our community strong and connected.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

EVENTS AT A GLANCE...

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Non-Fiction Book Club Flyer July 26 (1080 x 1080 px)

COA Book Club Flyer July 26 (1080 x 1080 px)

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SPEAKER SERIES: AUTHOR TALKS

Thanks to the Friends of the Holmes Public Library and the Library Speaker Consortium, we now offer a Speaker Series that has two Virtual Author Talks each month! You can view upcoming talks and register to join live. Registered patrons can submit 2 questions for the author. You can also browse and watch past talks anytime! It’s a great way to Grow with Us!

The Legacy of Julia Child’s Kitchen with Smithsonian Curator Paula J. Johnson

Tuesday, August 4th, 2026 at 2:00 PM EDT

Join us for a conversation that’s sure to warm your heart (and make your stomach rumble), as we delve into the legacy of cooking icon Julia Child with Smithsonian curator and public historian Paula J. Johnson, author of Julia Child’s Kitchen: The Design, Tools, Stories, and Legacy of an Iconic Space on Tuesday, August 4th at 2 PM ET / via digital live-stream!

Register today!

High Altitudes and High Stakes: A Miss Marple Mystery with Lucy Foley

Thursday, August 27th, 2026 at 2:00 PM EDT

Join us for a thrilling conversation with acclaimed author Lucy Foley as we delve into her brand-new Miss Marple mystery, Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel on Thursday, August 27th at 2 PM ET via digital live-stream!

Register today!