Events

Maps trace out the complicated history of places, and we can use them to document geography in much the same way that we can use diaries and letters to document biography. 

In the eight cases of this exhibition, we follow the changing…

In the Leventhal Map & Education Center’s exhibition Terrains of Independence, maps will offer an entry point to a reconsideration of the Revolutionary War through the lens of locality and place.

In 1775, a collision of word-historical…

As part of their Havana in Hyde Park Revisited series, Artists-at-Large & ArtsAmica present Still Lifes: A Solo Exhibit by Humberto Aguiar Gil. Fourteen untitled oil paintings by Cuban artist Aguiar Gil are on view in the Circulation Room,…

Photographer Rob MacIntosh showcases Encounters, an art exhibition that brings together images collected over time and distance, offering viewers a chance to share in the wonder and connection found in life's fleeting…

About the Exhibition:

The Roslindale Branch, in partnership with the Friends of the Roslindale Branch Library, are proud to host an exhibit of work by artist Renée DeKona featuring the team at the City of Boston Animal Care and Control…

The Kiss of the Ink, an exhibit of silkscreen prints by Boston artist Maria Termini, will feature original, limited-edition silkscreen fine art prints created by the artist from 1968 to 1983. During this time, she immersed herself fully in…

Marking 250 years since the Revolutionary War and the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the exhibition Revolution! 250 Years of Art & Activism in Boston reflects on the nation’s founding ideals, asking: To whom were these promises…

Do you need help developing your resume, improving your job search skills, preparing for an interview, or planning your career goals? 

Make an appointment with Career Counselor Lauren Butler. 

In-person and virtual appointments…

Do you have questions about using your computer, cell phone, tablet, or eBooks? Would you like to take advantage of one of the many online resources available with a BPL card? 

The Fields Corner Branch librarians can help!

Please…

Drop by the teen room for some classic board games. We’ve got UNO, Jenga, Monopoly, and more.

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Please note: This event was previously scheduled on 12/9, but we are re-scheduling due to unforeseen circumstances.

The branch may be closed, but that doesn't mean we can't still have fun! Join librarian Josh for a fun…

Please join us for Knit Group! The group meets on the first and third Tuesdays of each month from 2:30-5:00 p.m.

Bring your own project or work on a group project.  All are welcome!

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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!

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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…

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.

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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…

Come to our Chess Café to play chess, enjoy snacks and drinks, and meet fellow chess players! 

Boards, pieces, and chess clocks are provided. All experience levels are welcome, whether you're a first-time player or a chess…

Build LEGO structures related to a theme. Build alone, or work in teams.

Unleash your imagination and dive into a world of building possibilities!

For youth ages 4 and up.

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Now's the time to think big and build that LEGO creation of your dreams! Children ages four and up are invited to join us in the Children's Room to build and play. We have the LEGOs, just bring your imagination!

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…