Exhibits & Galleries in Hadley

Current exhibits, galleries, and museum shows in Hadley. Art, history, science, and interactive exhibits.

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Art & Architecture Tour

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Central Library in Copley Square Branch · 700 Boylston Street, Boston, MA

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...

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Rhododendron Festival

In 2 weeks · Apr 25 – May 20 · Heritage Museums & Gardens · 67 Grove Street, Sandwich, MA

$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)

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The Emily Dickinson Museum

The Emily Dickinson Museum · 8161 280 Main Street, Amherst, MA

Experience The Emily Dickinson Museum, a museum in Amherst, MA. Exhibits and attractions include FAQS. Offers programs including K-12 Programs, Studio Sessions, Educator WorkshopDickinson’s Planetary PoemsWednesday, October 22, 6:30pm ET and 3 more. Hosts upcoming events.

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Hands on Nature: Seed Art & Mosaics

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 21, 2:30 PM–3:15 PM UTC · South Boston Branch · 646 East Broadway, South Boston, MA · 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..

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Raymond Jordan Senior Center Book Club

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Springfield City Library - Central · 220 State St, Springfield, MA

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

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Teen Gaming Club

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 21, 7:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Hyde Park Branch · 35 Harvard Ave, Hyde Park, MA · 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...

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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 · 300 North Harvard St, Allston, MA · 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...

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Puppet Making with Nicola Rose

In 2 weeks · Fri, Apr 24, 3:00 PM–4:00 PM UTC · West Roxbury Branch · 1961 Centre St, West Roxbury, MA · 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...

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Adult Board Game Night

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 9:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · East Forest Park Branch · 122 Island Pond Rd, Springfield, MA

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.

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Dungeons and Dragons Club

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

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.

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Bunny Scavenger Hunt

In 2 weeks · Wed, Apr 22, 4:00 AM UTC · Falmouth Museums on the Green · 65 Palmer Ave., Falmouth, MA 02540, Falmouth, MA

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

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Gentle Yoga with Marianne Zullas

In 3 weeks · Mon, Apr 27, 3:00 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Charlestown Branch · 179 Main St, Charlestown, MA

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...

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Board Games Club

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 20, 5:30 PM–7:30 PM UTC · West End Branch · 151 Cambridge St, Boston, MA

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.

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Explore and Play (Ages 0-2)

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 17, 1:30 PM–2:30 PM UTC · Roslindale Branch · 4246 Washington St, Roslindale, MA · Ages Up to 2

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...

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LEGO to the Library! LEGO Club

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 21, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Indian Orchard Branch · 44 Oak St, Springfield, MA

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.

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Bike Repair Workshop with Boston Bikes

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 21, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM UTC · East Boston Branch · 365 Bremen St, East Boston, MA

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...

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Story Time

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 3:30 PM–4:30 PM UTC · Shaw-Roxbury Branch · 149 Dudley Street, Roxbury, MA · Ages Up to 6

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.

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Vase Painting for Tweens & Teens

In 2 weeks · Fri, Apr 24, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Chinatown Branch · Chinatown Branch of the Boston Public Library 2 Boylston Street, Boston, MA · 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.

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Little Groove Music

In 2 weeks · Fri, Apr 24, 2:30 PM–3:30 PM UTC · Connolly Branch · 433 Centre St, Jamaica Plain, MA · 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.

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Playspace

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 17, 1:30 PM–2:30 PM UTC · Faneuil Branch · 419 Faneuil St, Brighton , MA

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.

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Meet Me at the Library!

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 7:00 PM–8:45 PM UTC · Sixteen Acres Branch · 1187 Parker St, Springfield, MA

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...

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Children's Chess Club

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 20, 10:00 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Lower Mills Branch · 27 Richmond St, Dorchester , MA

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...

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Toddler Story Time

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 20, 3:30 PM–4:15 PM UTC · West Roxbury Branch · 1961 Centre St, West Roxbury, MA · Ages Up to 5

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...

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Chair Yoga for Seniors and Friends

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 3:00 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Indian Orchard Branch · 44 Oak St, Springfield, MA

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+

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Gentle Chair Yoga

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 3:00 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Roslindale Branch · 4246 Washington St, Roslindale, MA

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...

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Boston Teachers Union: Homework Help

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Adams Street Branch · 690 Adams Street, Dorchester, MA

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...

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FAMILY BOARD GAME FUN

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 21, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM UTC · Hyde Park Branch · 35 Harvard Ave, Hyde Park, MA

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.

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Chinese Brush Painting Workshop

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Chinatown Branch · Chinatown Branch of the Boston Public Library 2 Boylston Street, Boston, MA

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...

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Celebrate National Library Week with Lilly

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 17, 4:00 PM–5:00 PM UTC · Springfield City Library - Central · 220 State St, Springfield, MA

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...

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Crochet Club

In 2 weeks · Sat, Apr 25, 3:00 PM–4:30 PM UTC · Lower Mills Branch · 27 Richmond St, Dorchester , MA · 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...

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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 · 646 East Broadway, South Boston, MA

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.

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Citizenship Preparation Class

In 1 week · Sat, Apr 18, 2:00 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Grove Hall Branch · 41 Geneva Ave, Dorchester, MA

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...

Crafternoon for All Ages

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 7:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Indian Orchard Branch · 44 Oak St, Springfield, MA

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..

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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 · 365 Bremen St, East Boston, MA · 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..

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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 · 220 State St, Springfield, MA

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,...

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Author Talk: Dr. Monica L. Wang and Dr. Patti Fletcher discuss "The Collective Cure: Upstream Solutions for Better Public Health"

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 10:00 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Central Library in Copley Square Branch · 700 Boylston Street, Boston, MA

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...

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Family Paint Workshop- Stencils

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 17, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · East Forest Park Branch · 122 Island Pond Rd, Springfield, MA

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,.

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After School Crafts

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 8:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Jamaica Plain Branch · 30 South Street, Jamaica Plain, MA

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.

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Teen Anime Club

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 7:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Hyde Park Branch · 35 Harvard Ave, Hyde Park, MA · Ages 10–17

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...

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Lego Freestyle Club

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 17, 5:00 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Sixteen Acres Branch · 1187 Parker St, Springfield, MA

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...

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Mattapan Book Club: By the Fire We Carry

In 2 weeks · Sat, Apr 25, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Mattapan Branch · 1350 Blue Hill Ave, Mattapan, MA

Join your fellow readers at the Mattapan Branch's book club for a discussion of Rebecca Nagle's By the Fire We Carry: The Generations-Long Fight for Justice on Native Land . Light snacks will be provided. Bring your book suggestions as we will also be choosing the group's read for June....

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Singalong, Ages 0-5

In 3 weeks · Mon, Apr 27, 2:30 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Faneuil Branch · 419 Faneuil St, Brighton , MA · Ages Up to 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...