Events

How do Bostonians get from here to there in a city full of trains, trolleys, ferries, and more? Whether in the familiar colored lines of today’s MBTA map or the complicated timetables of long-vanished omnibus routes, maps have long been an…

Stop by the branch to check out our first Tiny Art Show! 

Local artists of all ages using a variety of mediums have submitted their work for this community art installation. This installation will remain up through Saturday,…

Presented by Artists-at-Large, Painterly Considerations: works by marypaz will be on display from October 1-December 31, 2023.

Artist's Statement:

When I first began exploring abstract painting as a discipline, I was in college. Although…

Are you between the ages of 14-26? Do you need support with finding a job or career path?

You’re in luck! BPL's Youth Career Counselor Santos will be offering one-on-one counseling for resumes, cover letters, job searching, as well…

Come read, play, and sing with other teen parents and your children at a monthly playgroup just for you!

This playgroup is specifically for parenting teens (and young parents who had their first child while a teenager) and their…

The landmark Central Library in Copley Square features notable architecture and design components spanning three centuries, as well as significant art and decorative installations. A summary of key points of interest can be found on…

Visit the Lower Mills Branch Library and get homework help from a Boston teacher.

Visit the South Boston Branch Library and get homework help from a Boston teacher.

Come and join Uphams Corner Community Members of all ages as we sew, knit, crochet, weave or engage in other fiber arts. Those with any amount of experience are welcome. The library will provide supplies including  yarn, a…

Are you looking for help on the SAT test? Participate in a five-week class that will cover all aspects of the SAT, including three practice tests. We will use test prep materials from The Princeton Review. 

Classes are free and are…

Music club meets the first two Mondays of the month. We are sharing favorite songs and music genres while discussing music, and pop culture’s effect on teens. We practice using the BPL Mobile Studio and practice making songs. This is a…

Visit the Central Library in Copley Square on Monday to Thursday each week from 4:00pm - 6:00pm and get homework help from a Boston teacher.

Visit the Charlestown Branch Library and get homework help from a Boston teacher.

Visit the West Roxbury Branch Library and get homework help from a Boston teacher.

Visit the Connolly Branch Library and get homework help from a Boston teacher.

Visit the Roxbury Branch Library and get homework help from a Boston teacher.

Visit the Codman Square Branch Library and get homework help from a Boston teacher.

Visit the Chinatown Branch Library and get homework help from a Boston teacher.

Watch anime, talk about anime and manga, and try your hand at manga drawing.

Ages 9-14. 

Join the Connolly Branch for an evening celebration of Latin American music, community, food, and fun!

Melcocha Trío—Featuring Manolo Mairena from Costa Rica, Wilson Vera from Puerto Rico, and Anita Quinto from Venezuela, Melcocha Trio’s…