Events
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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…
Terrains of Independence
In ProgressAll day,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…
Exhibition: The Denim Project
In ProgressAll day,Established in 2010, The Boston Modern Quilt Guild is an inclusive group of artists from the Boston Metro Area focused on building a supportive community. Together we create individual pieces as well as collaborative works with a modernist…
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The Connolly Branch is proud to feature work by visual artist Michael Lewy on display from April 15 - June 15, 2025.
ABOUT THE EXHIBIT:
My work has always been shaped through technology, using machines, a camera, or a computer as…
Havana in Hyde Park Revisited
In ProgressAll day,Presented by ArtsAmica and Artists-at-Large, Havana in Hyde Park Revisited will be on display from April 5 through June 30, 2025.The imagery of the island comes alive in these prints from Cuba in the second of four installments of Havana in…
Art Exhibit - Deborah Ellington: Bookish Art
In ProgressThe Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in partnership with the Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library, is thrilled to announce the next exhibit in its 2025 rotating art program: Bookish Art, a solo exhibition by…
The Mayor’s Office for Immigrant Advancement (MOIA) staff is available to meet with you one on one and provide information, support, and connections to City services and local organizations to help with concerns related to: immigration (no…
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Join a supportive group of senior quilters. Feel free to bring any textile arts projects you are working on, for example, quilting, sewing, etc. All adults are welcome.
Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To…
Tech Help (By Appointment)
CanceledDo you have questions about using your cell phone, computer, or email? Book a 30-minute one-on-one appointment with a librarian for help with technology.
Call the Egleston Square Branch at 617-445-4340 to make an appointment.
Laptops and…
Ready to feel more confident using computers? This friendly series is designed for anyone with little to no recent experience or those looking to solidify their foundational skills. We'll guide you through the essentials, from mastering the…
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This online class is designed for adult English language learners with basic English skills (Level 2 or higher).
Each week, we will read aloud a news article or short story, review new vocabulary from the reading, and discuss the…
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JP Centre/South Main Streets presents its next LuMeNet lunch for mentoring and networking.
Small business owners, entrepreneurs, and anyone interested in running their own business can join us for mentoring and networking.
RSVP for…
Jigsaw puzzles and jazz music have a lot in common: They're both creative and fun, and they both get your brain waves engaged. So do your brain a favor: Join us for puzzles and jazz music!
Light snacks will be provided.
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Need in-person help with the court system in Massachusetts? Visit the Mattapan Branch to meet Court Service Center staff in person! Court Service Center staff can answer questions, help with court forms in certain types of cases, connect…
Need help with using our online Business Electronic Resources?
Meet with a Kirstein Business Library staff member and get help at our online drop-in on the second Thursday of every month from 2:00pm to 3:00 pm. Can't…
Are you ready to take the next step in your career?
Meet with a Career Navigator from Goodwill Boston Career Center.
Join Marvin for a one-on-one session and get the personalized guidance and support you need to confidently move…
Need basic computer help? Have questions about using your laptop or cell phone?
Get one-on-one-technology assistance with a librarian. Sign up for a 1-hour appointment with Nic by calling 617-522-1960.
Accessibility Notice: We strive to…
Practice speaking English with other adult ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) learners in a relaxed and friendly group led by a volunteer instructor.
To get the most out of this group and feel comfortable participating, a basic…
Have questions about your computer, cell phone, or eBooks? Or would you like to take advantage of one of the many online resources available with a BPL library card?
Sign up for an informal session with a librarian on Tuesdays…
Learn the basics of creating and formatting an effective resume along with tips and tricks to make yours stand out to employers.
Registration required.
Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request…