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…

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…

The Roslindale Branch, in partnership with the Friends of the Roslindale Branch Library, are proud to host a collection of work by local artists: Wendi Gray and Richard Pepp. This exhibit is on view from Thursday, April 17 through…

Come view the Boston Camera Club exhibition at the Honan-Allston Boston Public Library from March 1 - April 25. The exhibition features 51 photographs from Boston Camera Club members displaying a wide range of styles and subjects including…

The Mattapan Branch Library is celebrating 16 years in its current location. 

Join us for a branch 'Sweet 16' party featuring the hilarious antics of Davy the Clown! 

We’ll sing happy birthday to the branch, enjoy yummy…

Come make some art at the library to kick off and wrap up your April Vacation Week! 

Join us for two Arts and Crafts Workshops, Saturday, April 19 at 12 pm and Saturday, April 26, led by local filmmaker and artist Olivia Huang. Through…

Boston Choral Ensemble returns to the Boston Public Library for a free-to-all pop-up concert in celebration of Revolutionary Art! Join us in Deferrari Hall (in the Boylston Street building) at 12:00 PM for a 30-minute, family-friendly…

Join us for the Parker Hill Friends of the Library Book Sale, a fantastic opportunity to find great reads while supporting your local library! 

Explore a diverse selection of gently used books, from bestsellers to timeless…

Join us for the Creating Textures in Color workshop with local artist Lygia Angel and Families Creating Together.

This is a two-part workshop with a workshop on consecutive Saturdays.  

In the first workshop is on Saturday,…

We will share stories and songs, followed by a craft based on the seasonal theme of the week. 

Upcoming themes include lions, Spring, sheep and bunnies. 

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

Join Child Advocacy Center staff and clinicians as we read Don't Hug Doug (He Doesn't Like It) by Carrie Finison and talk about Body Safety! 

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

Babies and toddlers will explore different self-guided activity stations around the room. Ages 0-5.

Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please…

*NO CLASS APRIL 21* 

All BPL locations will be closed for Patriot's Day on April 21.  

Heard a song you want to learn to dance to? Bring your suggestions with others who want to connect with others through dance! 

Dances…

Join us for an afternoon of building any creation you can imagine with friends at the library! A variety of building materials including wood and foam blocks, magnetic blocks, KAPLA planks, DUPLOs, and Bristle Blocks will be available for…

Interested in learning to play chess? Join us for weekly chess games and instructions at the North End Branch Library. 

No prior chess experience is necessary. This Chess Club is designed for kids to practice and learn.…

The Chinatown Branch is open late on Mondays so join us for an evening of LEGOs and foam blocks!

Explore your creativity while also building STEM skills.

Recommended for ages 3-12, but younger kids are welcome with a caregiver’s…

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…

Come to a wonderful bilingual Story Time in Haitian-Creole and English at the Codman Square library. This story time will be performed by Charlot Lucien. Charlot is Haitian born storyteller, visual artist, and lecturer on Haitian culture.…

In 1775, at the outbreak of the American Revolution, Sarah Winslow Deming escaped British-occupied Boston and took temporary refuge in Jamaica Plain bringing Lucinda, whom Deming enslaved, with her. Lucinda was one of well…