New York Yankees at Boston Red Sox
MLB: New York Yankees at Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park
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Art & Architecture Tour
Join us for a public tour of the Central Library in Copley Square. This guided tour is a one-hour introduction to the history of the Boston Public Library—the first large free municipal library of the United States—and the art and architecture of its historic Central Library. Tours are limited to...
Dungeons and Dragons Club
For 8 weeks, starting on April 16, the Jamaica Plain Branch will host a Dungeons & Dragons game with instructor Jade Arrowood. The library will provide all the materials needed to play the game. No prior experience is necessary. Please register by emailing cstrunk@bpl.org or calling the library and.
Make Your Ukulele Sing: An Eight-Week Series with Anne Ku
Learn how to produce beautiful music using only your ukulele! We all know that the ukulele is a wonderful instrument to accompany songs while we sing. Did you know that you can play full songs with just a ukulele too? In this eight-week course, you will learn everything you need to play songs...
Hands on Nature: Seed Art & Mosaics
Join us for a simple discussion on the life cycle of a plant, then make some seed art to take home! We will begin with a short lesson on the life cycle of a plant, including the importance of seeds, then make a mosaic or any other art form you would like with beautiful seeds! Be creative while you..
Playspace
Join us on Friday mornings for playtime! Babies and toddlers (and their caregivers) can enjoy free play with toys that inspire imagination, help develop fine motor skills, and more. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language.
Board Games Club
Join us for our weekly Board Games Club. Bring your friends and play your choice of classic games. Our games include Chess, Clue, Scrabble, Monopoly, and more! Board Games Club meets every Monday from 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM.
Columbus Crew at New England Revolution
MLS: Columbus Crew at New England Revolution at Gillette Stadium
Gentle Yoga with Marianne Zullas
This gentle yoga flow is designed to bring students to the present moment by connecting with the union of breath and movement. Appropriate for all levels, participants will practice breathing techniques, a range of standing, seated and supine postures, and a healing guided meditation. This is a...
Puppet Making with Nicola Rose
Join puppeteer Nicola Rose for a fun puppet arts-and-crafts workshop at the library. With materials provided by the program presenter, we’ll make our very own finger puppets. Age range is flexible but recommended for 4 and up. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To...
Story Time
Join us at the library for a fun time while enhancing your reading skills through stories, songs and playtime. For ages 0 to 6 with a caregiver. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org.
Detroit Tigers at Boston Red Sox
MLB: Detroit Tigers at Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park
Bunny Scavenger Hunt
Bunny Scavenger Hunt Wednesday, April 22nd, 10:30am to 11:30am – School Vacation Week activity! A Falmouth Museum on the Green spring favorite, The Bunny Scavenger Hunt, returns! Eleanor and Reg
Harvard Ed Portal: Homework Help
Students ages 6-18, drop by the library to get FREE homework help from a Harvard Undergraduate Mentor! Meets every Thursday excluding vacation weeks. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the...
Vase Painting for Tweens & Teens
Celebrate springtime by decorating a small vase that’s perfect for flowers! Due to limited supplies, registration is required. This event is ONLY for particpants ages 8-18.
Little Groove Music
Little Groove Music classes are designed to enhance babies' and preschoolers' music learning experiences through sound, sight, and touch within a dynamic live music setting. For ages 0 to 5. Clases diseñadas para enaltecer las experiencias musicales de bebés y preescolares a través de sonido, vista.
Raymond Jordan Senior Center Book Club
Love to read? If so, come meet us at the Raymond Jordan Senior Center for our monthly Book Club! We read mostly historical fiction but at times delve into non-fiction, contemporary fiction, and mysteries. If you have questions, please call 413-263-6828 ext. 213 or email mkeane@springfieldlibrary.org
Teen Gaming Club
Join other teens on Tuesday afternoons in our Teen Gaming Club. Play video games, make new friends, build community, and even get help with your homework! Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the...
Pre-School Storytime
Storytime includes reading, rhymes, and songs. Come and develop a love for reading while making new friends!
Bike Repair Workshop with Boston Bikes
Join us for a hands-on bike repair workshop led by Boston Bikes. We do all basic bike repair including: patching flat tires, aligning brakes, and adjusting gears and shifters. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language...
Rhododendron Festival
$26 Adult / $16 Youth (3-17), Members and children 2 and under FREE Thousands of world-famous rhododendrons in over 100 varieties offer spectacular blooms to enjoy throughout Heritage. 11:30 am-3 pm – (Recurring: 7 sessions, 2026-04-25 to 2026-05-20)
Drop-In Gaming Time
Do you have what it takes to beat your friends or family at board games? Whether you’re looking for competition or just wanting to have fun, you’ll have plenty of games to choose from at our weekly gaming time. Drop by any time between 12:30 pm and 4:30 pm every Friday and start your weekend with...
Gentle Chair Yoga
Gentle chair yoga is designed for seniors and any individuals seeking to improve strength, focus, flexibility, balance and overall health. During this mostly seated class, led by Lynne Cohen, students will practice breathwork and gentle movements as they learn basic yoga postures, including some...
Adult Board Game Night
Come join us at the East Forest Park library for adult board game night! We’ll provide the games and instruction – bring a friend, meet a neighbor, and learn a new game with us! All levels welcome. Ages 18+ please.
Citizenship Preparation Class
This 11-week program, in partnership with St. Mark Community Education Program, prepares students for all parts of the U.S. Citizenship interview. Requirements: Intermediate-level English, Legal Permanent Resident for 4 years and 9 months (2 years and 9 months if married to a U.S. Citizen). To...
Puppet Story Time with Through Me to You Puppetry
Through Me To You Puppetry invites you to join Newton and the gang for Puppet Story Time! Newton and his puppet friends take turns reading stories and singing songs with the kids. At the end of the 30-minute show, the kids are invited to say hi to Newton and give him a high-five. They can even stay.
Syracuse Mets at Worcester Red Sox
MiLB Triple-A: Syracuse Mets at Worcester Red Sox at Polar Park
Children's Chess Club
Come enjoy the royal game of chess at your library. The Children's Chess Club is an informal group welcoming everyone from novice players to junior chess masters. In addition to open play on our chessboards, we will also provide access to free lessons, activities, and study materials designed for...
LEGO to the Library! LEGO Club
LEGO to the Library! Do you enjoy building with Legos? Join us at the library every Tuesday afternoon between 3:30-4:30 for LEGO club and build to your heart's content. This is a drop-in program for kids of all ages.
After School Crafts
Every Wednesday at 4 pm, come to the Jamaica Plain branch library and make a fun craft! Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the department listed in the "Contact Info" pane on the right. Please allow.
Explore and Play (Ages 0-5)
Babies and toddlers will explore different self-guided activity stations around the room. Best for children ages 0-5. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact the Children's Room at lkoenig@bpl.org.
Toddler Story Time
Occurrence: Mondays, weekly (unless otherwise noted) Time: 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM Ages: 2-3 Description: Stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers! Additional Info: Free! Location: Kids Corner Ticket Info*: Limit: 65 Children's Ticket Details Ticket distribution begins 30 minutes prior to any...
Chinese Brush Painting Workshop
Join us at the Chinatown Branch for a Chinese Brush Painting Workshop with artist Olivia Huang. This workshop will include hands-on sessions where participants will learn brush techniques, color mixing, and composition. Each session will be guided by the instructor who will provide both practical...
Meet Me at the Library!
It's an afterschool playdate at the library! Stop by between 3:00 - 4:45 for plenty of family friendly fun. Come with your friends or make some new ones at our weekly neighborhood drop-ins featuring a small snack, educational toys, crafts and a scavenger hunt. Interested families are also...
FAMILY BOARD GAME FUN
Join us at the library for a fun-filled afternoon of games that include board games, card games, and oversized games of beloved classics. Whether your family prefers board games, card games, or anything in between, we’ve got something everyone will enjoy! Programming at the Boston Public Library is.
ESOL Conversation Group
Practice speaking English with other new learners at this drop-in group. Meet new friends and have fun while polishing up your English skills. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the department...
Crochet Club
Join us in the Lower Mills Community Room for Crochet Club. Crocheters of all skill levels are welcome to work on your own projects or learn the first stitches in a crafty community. Basic supplies are available for beginners, and shared tools available for use in the Branch. We also welcome...
Baby Lapsit & Story Time
Join Brighton Branch Children’s Librarian Ms. Allie for stories, songs, rhymes, and other early literacy activities! Best for ages 3 months to 2 years, though siblings are always welcome. This program is designed for caregivers and children to participate in together! This program is not intended...
Celebrate National Library Week with Lilly
National Library Week is April 19-25, 2026. This year's theme, “Find Your Joy,” is an invitation for people of all backgrounds to explore and discover what sparks joy in them at the library. Join us for a storytime, a craft, and more surprises. The library will receive a visit from Lilly, from...
Kids Bead Therapy Workshop
Children ages 8-12 are invited to come make beaded jewelry with Bead Therapy! Bead Therapy is an expressive arts workshop that teaches participants the basics of beaded jewelry making and the difference between semi-precious stones and precious stones. The materials used are semi-precious stones...
Author Talk: Dr. Monica L. Wang and Dr. Patti Fletcher discuss "The Collective Cure: Upstream Solutions for Better Public Health"
Join us for this in-person conversation about the new book, The Collective Cure: Upstream Solutions for Better Public Health . Dr. Monica L. Wang will be joined by best selling author, international speaker, and award-winning business strategist Dr. Patti Fletcher in conversation. After the main...
Singalong, Ages 0-5
Come enjoy songs, fingerplays, and action rhymes for young children and their families and caretakers. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the department listed in the "Contact Info" pane on the...
Flow State Sketchbook Sessions
Join us twice a month for a drop-in program for artists ages 14+ to draw in their sketchbooks, exchange art ideas, and network with other local creatives. These sessions are designed to encourage consistency in art-making, foster creative community, and provide a welcoming space for focused,...
Pipe Cleaner Crafts
We will be creating animals, critters and other things from pipe cleaners. For school aged children.
Nonfiction Night: Night Magic
In a glorious celebration of the dark, nature writer Leigh Ann Henion invites us to leave our well-lit homes and step outside to embrace the biodiversity that surrounds us. Join our nonfiction book club in April to discuss Night Magic: Adventures Among Glowworms, Moon Gardens, and Other Marvels of..
Chair Yoga for Seniors and Friends
Join us for adaptable chair yoga! Using gentle stretching while seated, chair yoga allows adults of all abilities to improve flexibility and balance. The instructor is Cindy Senk, a certified accessible yoga teacher, will lead the class. Ages 18+
Teen Anime Club
Join us in the the Alma Thomas Teen Space on Wednesdays from 3pm-5pm to play anime trivia games, watch anime, and have discussions about popular anime shows/characters. Participate in the trivia game to win prizes like Japanese snacks or anime character trading cards. This program is for teen...
Boston Teachers Union: Homework Help
Visit the library and receive homework assistance from a Boston Public Schools teacher. This is a drop-in program; no registration is required to attend. This program is made possible through our partnership with the Boston Teachers Union (BTU). Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events...
Pajama Story Time
Put on your pajamas and bring your favorite stuffed animal to this story time for fun stories, songs and rhymes. For kids 0 to 5 with their caregivers. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email...
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