Welcome to The Holmes Public Library

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...

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!

You Are the Medicine: 13 Moons of Indigenous Wisdom, Ancestral Connection, and Animal Spirit Guidance

Tuesday, November 3rd, 2026, at 2:00 PM EDT

Join us for a transformative virtual conversation with Indigenous Medicine Woman Asha Frost as she explores her groundbreaking book, You Are the Medicine: 13 Moons of Indigenous Wisdom, Ancestral Connection, and Animal Spirit Guidance

Register today!

How Money Became God: Rethinking Wealth and Greed in Modern Society with Paul Vigna

Wednesday, November 11th, 2026, at 2:00 PM EDT

Join us for an eye-opening conversation with veteran journalist Paul Vigna as we examine his provocative book, The Almightier: How Money Became God, Greed Became Virtue, and Debt Became Sin, in which he explores the question: how did money go from a tool of commerce into the dominant faith of modern society? 

Register today!

Epic Worlds and Celestial Prophecies: Exploring the Between Earth and Sky Trilogy with Rebecca Roanhorse

Thursday, November 19th, 2026, at 7:00 PM EDT

Step into a sprawling world of celestial magic, political intrigue, and ancient prophecies with New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Roanhorse as we dive deep into her acclaimed Between Earth and Sky trilogy. Black Sun, Fevered Star, and Mirrored Heavens are inspired by the rich and diverse cultures of the pre-Columbian Americas, reshaping modern speculative fiction with unmissable worldbuilding.

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uPCOMING EVENTS

KIDS aCTIVITIES

TEEN ACTIVITIES

MONTHLY BOOK CLUBS

MONTHLY GROUPS

Writer's Club Mondays 1:30PM
Knitting Group Tuesdays 10am
Zentangle Group
Scattergories Winter 2026
Basic Water Color Winter 26

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GOOD THINGS TO KNOW

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