Things to Do This Weekend in Fall River

Columbus Crew at New England Revolution

In 1 week · Sat, Apr 18, 11:30 PM UTC · Gillette Stadium

MLS: Columbus Crew at New England Revolution at Gillette Stadium

Art & Architecture Tour

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Central Library in Copley Square Branch

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...

Raymond Jordan Senior Center Book Club

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Springfield City Library - Central

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

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 7:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Hyde Park Branch · Ages 10–17

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...

Rhododendron Festival

In 2 weeks · Apr 25 – May 20 · Heritage Museums & Gardens

$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)

New York Yankees at Boston Red Sox

In 2 weeks · Tue, Apr 21, 10:45 PM UTC · Fenway Park

MLB: New York Yankees at Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park

Hands on Nature: Seed Art & Mosaics

In 2 weeks · Tue, Apr 21, 2:30 PM–3:15 PM UTC · South Boston Branch · Ages 4+

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..

Make Your Ukulele Sing: An Eight-Week Series with Anne Ku

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 10:00 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Honan-Allston Branch · 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...

Devils vs. Boston Bruins

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 11:00 PM UTC · TD Garden

NHL: Devils vs. Boston Bruins at TD Garden

Dungeons and Dragons Club

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 8:00 PM–9:30 PM UTC · Jamaica Plain Branch

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.

Toddler Story Time

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 3:00 PM–3:30 PM UTC · West Roxbury Branch · Ages 18–36

Designed especially for children ages 18-36 months and their grown-ups to enjoy together, these 20-30 minute interactive programs are full of books, songs, and fun activities that promote language and motor skill development. If you would like to visit with a school, childcare, or camp group,...

Board Games Club

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 20, 5:30 PM–7:30 PM UTC · West End Branch

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.

Members' Trip 2026: Travel to Madeira, Portugal with special guest Maria Lawton

In 3 days · Sat, Apr 11, 4:00 AM UTC · New Bedford Whaling Museum

Embark on a very special trip to Madeira with fellow Museum Member and special guest travel host Maria Lawton! Experience the island's vibrant culture, unforgettable cuisine, and breathtaking landscap

Adult Board Game Night

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 9:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · East Forest Park Branch

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.

Gentle Chair Yoga

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 3:00 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Roslindale Branch

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...

Bunny Scavenger Hunt

In 2 weeks · Wed, Apr 22, 4:00 AM UTC · Falmouth Museums on the Green

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

Syracuse Mets at Worcester Red Sox

In 2 weeks · Tue, Apr 21, 10:05 PM UTC · Polar Park

MiLB Triple-A: Syracuse Mets at Worcester Red Sox at Polar Park

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Conversation Group

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · East Boston Branch · Ages 18+

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..

Vase Painting for Tweens & Teens

In 2 weeks · Fri, Apr 24, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Chinatown Branch · Ages 8–18

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.

LEGO to the Library! LEGO Club

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Indian Orchard Branch

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.

Playspace

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 17, 1:30 PM–2:30 PM UTC · Faneuil Branch

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.

Little Groove Music

In 2 weeks · Fri, Apr 24, 2:30 PM–3:30 PM UTC · Connolly Branch · Ages Up to 5

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.

Story Time (Ages 0-5)

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 3:00 PM–3:30 PM UTC · Charlestown Branch · Ages Up to 5

Bring your babies, toddlers, and young children for a Story Time featuring songs, rhymes, and picture books. We’ll use props for movement breaks. Hope to see you all there! Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language...

Detroit Tigers at Boston Red Sox

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 17, 11:15 PM UTC · Fenway Park

MLB: Detroit Tigers at Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park

Boston Teachers Union: Homework Help

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 7:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Mattapan Branch

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...

Members’ Trip 2026: Madeira April 12, 2026 - April 20, 2026

In 3 days · Sat, Apr 11, 4:00 AM UTC · New Bedford Whaling Museum

Meet Me at the Library!

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 7:00 PM–8:45 PM UTC · Sixteen Acres Branch

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...

Children's Chess Club

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 20, 10:00 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Lower Mills Branch

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...

Pre-School Storytime

In 2 weeks · Wed, Apr 22, 2:30 PM–3:30 PM UTC · Jamaica Plain Branch

Storytime includes reading, rhymes, and songs. Come and develop a love for reading while making new friends!

Puppet Making with Nicola Rose

In 2 weeks · Fri, Apr 24, 3:00 PM–4:00 PM UTC · West Roxbury Branch · Ages 4+

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...

Knitting & Crafts Circle

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 6:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Adams Street Branch

You're invited to join our knitters and crafters in conversation and fun! This is not a formal class, just a community-building and skill-sharing afternoon! Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the...

Celebrate National Library Week with Lilly

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 17, 4:00 PM–5:00 PM UTC · Springfield City Library - Central

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...

FAMILY BOARD GAME FUN

In 2 weeks · Tue, Apr 21, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM UTC · Hyde Park Branch

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.

Crochet Club

In 3 weeks · Sat, Apr 25, 3:00 PM–4:30 PM UTC · Lower Mills Branch · Ages 18+

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...

April 12 through 20, 2026

In 3 days · Sat, Apr 11, 4:00 AM UTC · New Bedford Whaling Museum

Kids Bead Therapy Workshop

In 2 weeks · Fri, Apr 24, 5:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Roslindale Branch · Ages 8–12

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...

Pipe Cleaner Crafts

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · East Forest Park Branch

We will be creating animals, critters and other things from pipe cleaners. For school aged children.

The Scoop: Book Club - Cue the Sun!

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · South End Branch

In April, we will read and discuss Cue the Sun by Emily Nussbaum! About Cue the Sun Who here likes reality television? Cue the Sun is a rollicking, deeply reported story about how the early reality TV business metastasized into an industry that now dominates entertainment in the United States....

Chair Yoga for Seniors and Friends

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 3:00 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Indian Orchard Branch

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+

Puppet Story Time with Through Me to You Puppetry

In 3 weeks · Mon, Apr 27, 2:30 PM–3:15 PM UTC · South Boston Branch

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.

Teen Tuesday

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Sixteen Acres Branch

Hang out, have fun, make friends, and eat snacks.

Chinese Brush Painting Workshop

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Chinatown Branch

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...

Flow State Sketchbook Sessions

In 2 weeks · Thu, Apr 23, 9:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · East Boston Branch · Ages 14+

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,...

Adaptive Music Pop Up Class For Disabled and Neurodivergent Children and Their Caregivers

In 1 week · Sat, Apr 18, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Springfield City Library - Central

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,...

Family Paint Workshop- Stencils

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 17, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · East Forest Park Branch

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,.

After School Crafts

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 8:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Jamaica Plain Branch

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.

Baby Lapsit & Story Time

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 17, 2:30 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Brighton Branch · Ages Up to 5

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...

Crafternoon for All Ages

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 7:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Indian Orchard Branch

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..

ESOL Conversation Group

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 17, 3:00 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Faneuil Branch

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...

Lego Freestyle Club

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 17, 5:00 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Sixteen Acres Branch

Attention LEGO enthusiasts! All are invited to drop in for our freestyle Lego Building Club. Make new friends and browse our library's many LEGO-themed books. Have the freedom to build using your imagination. Anyone interested is invited to create their own unique LEGO masterpieces. Name your...