Events

Note: This exhibition is held in the Leventhal Map and Education Gallery which is open Tuesday 11am-5pm, Wednesday 1pm-7pm, Thursday - Saturday 11am - 5pm, Sunday 1pm - 5pm. Please check their website for the most up to date hours and…

Note: This exhibition is held in the Leventhal Map and Education Gallery which is open Tuesday 11am-5pm, Wednesday 1pm-7pm, Thursday - Saturday 11am - 5pm, Sunday 1pm - 5pm. Please check their website for the most up to date hours and…

On-going display in the Special Collections LobbyMonday - Friday, 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Out of the Box: Unpacking the World of Archives opens up archives to visitors, demonstrating what archives are, what we can learn from them, and what…

Freedom Project Kolekcja is a response to crises and ongoing global conflicts humanity is facing today. Artists were invited to speak up on issues related to human rights, war, violence, and social and racial injustice. The mission of this…

This exhibition is a multidisciplinary cultural experience that highlights the humanity, artistic spirit, and natural beauty of Boston through the integration of arts, humanities, and sciences. It presents a curated collection of…

The Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in partnership with the Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library, is pleased to present Symbiosis, the next exhibition of its 2026 rotating art series, featuring work by…

Artist Statement

Traveling is popular in the US and when possible, abroad. I have been fortunate to visit many countries: Canada, England, France, Germany, Finland, Sweden, Denmark, Scotland, Norway, Russia, Australia, Italy, Greece,…

For over thirty years, Robert Richmond took black and white photographs of the residents of Boston’s North End neighborhood, as well as the city’s downtown area and the combat zone. In this exhibit focusing on women, each woman speaks with…

Join Carolyn Lewenberg for a six-part basketry course.

Learn to create baskets using round reed and natural materials from local green spaces, or make a wall hanging or pouch with yarn, rope and other upcycled fibers.

Please register online…

Story Time is back! 

Join Mr. Josh on Monday mornings for a story, songs and fun! 

Best for ages 2+, but all kids are welcome to join in the fun.

Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a…

Are you thinking of Starting a Business? Do you need small business assistance? The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) can help!

Join Shelly Gillis, Outreach and Marketing Specialist with the SBA in the Massachusetts District Office…

Build your English skills and prepare for employment in the United States! This bilingual class, taught in English and Spanish, helps Spanish-speaking community members improve workplace English while learning the skills needed to find,…

Are you an adult English Language Learner looking for resources, support, and ways to practice?

Join members of our Literacy Services team for an informal information session on Zoom. Staff will provide an overview of our programs,…

Cool off this summer while enjoying the classic film: The Land Before Time! We'll be showing the movie in our community room and will provide light refreshments. 

Movie Description: Littlefoot, a young plant-eating dinosaur, is…

Sit back, put on your imagination, and join storyteller Rona Leventhal with her back pocket full of multi-cultural stories! She’ll have you dancing, swaying in your seats, making funny noises, singing, and laughing!

What could be better…

Are you an adult English Language Learner looking for resources, support, and ways to practice?

Join members of our Literacy Services team and ELL instructors for an informal information session! This is your chance to:

What’s even more fun than reading a good book? Reading one with friends!

Emerging readers (about 5-8 years old) are invited to keep their literacy skills sharp over the summer by practicing phonics, learning sight words, and taking…

Interested in learning to play chess? Looking for more opportunities to practice or improve your game?

Join your neighbors for weekly chess games and instruction.

No prior chess experience is necessary. 

The Chess Club is designed for…

This introductory class is for anyone who wants to learn the basics of Google Docs. You'll learn how to:

Come down to the library and share your sewing projects with other seniors.

The group meets every Monday and Thursday in the Community Meeting Room. No registration required.

Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible.…