The Arlington Author Salon is a free quarterly reading series with a twist: each author’s presentation includes something special to tickle the senses: music, paintings, photographs, tasty treats, fabrics, even smells! At Kickstand Cafe.

594 Massachusetts Ave., Arlington, MA 02476

Arlington’s public libraries play a major role in the cultural life of the town. The Fox Branch Library is a much-loved community hub for East Arlington families. Together with Robbins Library, it offers an extensive collection of books and other media, supplemented by all libraries in the Minuteman Network, and host lectures, readings, special events, and programs for young readers.

175 Massachusetts Ave., Arlington, MA 02474

The Poet Laureate Committee selected Jean P. Flanagan as the fourth Poet Laureate of Arlington. She was appointed by the Select Board on January 23, 2023. Flanagan is one of the founders of the Arlington Center for the Arts, a linchpin of our cultural community. The Poet Laureate is a 3-year town appointed position funded by the Arlington Commission for Arts & Culture (ACAC).

700 Massachusetts Ave., Arlington, MA 02474

Built in 1892 by the architectural firm of Cabot, Everett and Mead, the original Robbins Library building was based on an Italian Renaissance design. Today Robbins Library in Arlington Center and the Fox Branch Library in East Arlington play a major role in the cultural life of the town. Both these public libraries offer an extensive collection of books and other media, supplemented by all libraries in the Minuteman Network, and host lectures, readings, special events, and programs for young readers. The Robbins Library Local History Room contains a collection documenting the historical, social, and cultural development of Arlington.

680 Massachusetts Ave., Arlington, MA 02474

Lots of bargains for book lovers: an inventory of 30,000 used books and new books at discounted prices. Don’t find what you’re looking for? They’ll special order.

13 Medford Street, Arlington, MA 02476