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.
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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!
Your Ticket to the Best State Fair Crafts with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig
A Library Speakers Consortium and Smithsonian Institution Collaboration
Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026 at 2:00 PM EDT
Join us for a fascinating discussion with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig on the history and significance of craft at state fairs—from blue-ribbon quilts to sculpted butter cows, and so much more!
Register today!
Apocalyptic Mayhem, Lava-Spitting Llamas, and One Very Sassy Cat: Surviving the Universe’s Most Twisted RPG with Matt Dinniman
Thursday, June 11th, 2026 at 7:00 PM EDT
Hold onto your heart-patterned boxers! Matt Dinniman, New York Times bestselling author of the wildly popular (and just plain wild) Dungeon Crawler Carl series, joins us to chat about his latest book, A Parade of Horribles.
Register today!
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Kanopy includes acclaimed movies and documentaries on-demand from award-winning filmmakers.
Hoopla offers streaming tv shows and movies.
