Illustration with Youth Services text in the center, showing a woman reading to young children on the left and a group of teens studying together at a table on the right.

Welcome to Youth Services! Our goal is to serve as a community resource by promoting reading and literacy, supporting learning and development, and fostering a safe and welcoming space for all. We strive for a diverse collection and programming to meet the needs of our community and reflect the world in which we all live. Our services and programs engage youth and families,

Tracy Shaw

Head of Youth Services

Trish Horgan

Youth Services Assistant

Go to the Contact Us page for a complete list of staff contacts.

Do you have an interesting collection?

The Merrimac Public Library Children’s Room has a table display case in which we will showcase various children’s collections, one per month. Merrimac children, we would love to display your collections. There is typically a 6-12 month wait time to display so click here to register and get your name on the list!

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A glass display case with wooden legs showcases a large collection of trading cards arranged in rows on a dark surface, set on a carpeted floor.