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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...
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.
Learn to play Chess with Kai, an experience Chess player who has competed in many Chess tournaments. Kai will teach moves, provide guidance, and share strategies that will lead to fun and perhaps checkmates! Programming at the Boston Public Library is funded through private support. To learn more...
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.
Adults are welcome to play chess freely at the library. Chess sets will be provided. All levels are welcome to play! We will be meeting at the tables in the Children's area. Programming at the Boston Public Library is funded through private support. To learn more about supporting the Library,...
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...
Practice speaking English with other adult learners in an informal and friendly group setting led by a volunteer teacher. Class requires basic English-speaking skills. Beginning students should contact the Literacy Services department for a list of beginner class options. This is a drop-in program..
Practice speaking English with other adult learners in an informal and friendly group setting. No registration or sign-up is required. Programming at the Boston Public Library is funded through private support. To learn more about supporting the Library, please visit the Boston Public Library...
Drop by the teen room for some classic board games. We’ve got UNO, Jenga, Monopoly, and more. 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.
Practice speaking English with other adult learners in an informal and friendly group setting. The group is led every Thursday by a volunteer teacher and will take place in-person. Class requires basic English-speaking skills. Beginner students should contact the Literacy Services department for a..
MLS: Columbus Crew at New England Revolution at Gillette Stadium
Practice speaking English with other adult learners in an informal and friendly group setting. The group is led by a volunteer teacher and will take place in-person. This class requires basic English-speaking skills. Beginner students should contact the Literacy Services department for a list of...
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
MLB: New York Yankees at Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park
MiLB Triple-A: Syracuse Mets at Worcester Red Sox at Polar Park
Come to the West Roxbury Branch and get creative in the Community Room! Miss Annette will provide the materials and you only need to bring your awesome imagination. We will mainly be upcycling various items such as toilet paper rolls, plastic lids, straws, and more. Accessibility Notice : We strive.
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.
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...
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...
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.
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.
Join us for LEGO Club in the Children's room, where kids can explore their creativity and build amazing creations with LEGOs!
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+
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...
MLB: Detroit Tigers at Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park
Storytime includes reading, rhymes, and songs. Come and develop a love for reading while making new friends!
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..
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Get crafty! Let's make something together. Join Meg as we do a different craft every week on Wednesday afternoons. Tissue Paper Painting, Watercolor painting, finger painting, and floral book marks are some of the crafts we will be exploring. Every Wednesday from 3-5, If you can't make it we will..
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.
Each month, we will be reading from one of Shakespeare’s plays. Familiarity with the plays will help but all are welcome. This Shakespeare discussion group is facilitated by John Galton. Register at roslindale@bpl.org or call 617-323-2343. John Galton is a retired English teacher with experience at.
Experience the Community Music School of Springfield at the library! This class is designed for children with disabilities, including autism, and their caregivers. Join us for joyful musical experiences for bonding and developing a range of skills including self regulation, impulse control,...
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...
We will be creating animals, critters and other things from pipe cleaners. For school aged children.
Join Miss Annette for a fun Story Time for babies 0-18 months. We'll have songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories! 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.
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.
Meditating in a group gives a sense of community and camaraderie connected to sharing the practice and benefits of meditation. Being in a group of meditators is a motivating way to find time and develop a practice of meditating daily your way, what works for you. Ages 18+
Do you want your creativity sparked through drawing and art? Are you up for a Challenge of the Month? Who’s ready for fun art challenges? Every month, I will offer up a brand new watercolor and drawing art challenge where I create a theme and a set of daily prompts. Let's create together. We...
Come listen to your new favorite stories in English and Spanish followed by free play with new pals! ¡Ven a escuchar tus nuevos cuentos favoritos en inglés y español, seguidos por juego libre con tus nuevas/os amigas/os!
Ven a crear arte para el Wake Up the Earth Festival que se llevará a cabo el 2 de mayo. Artistas de Spontaneous Celebrations asistirán a les participantes en sus creaciones. Todos los materiales serán provistos. Create art to carry at the Wake Up the Earth Festival on May 2. Teaching artists from...
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...
Parents, grandparents, and other guardians can team up with their children to add new characters or images to a landscape picture. We provide supplies; and you provide the imagination. Use our stencils to make easy images or experiment with your own design. Dress for a mess! Designed for children,.
Babies and toddlers will be able to explore different stations around the room with rattles, bells, mirrors, play dough, and other toys. This program is best for ages 0-2 and their caregivers. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation...
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.