Events

Today, the maps that show up most often in our everyday lives—from walking directions on your phone to hourly weather maps—are made by computers. Even the simplest of these rely on vast databases of geographic information and complex…

This class is designed to get you comfortable using the basics of Microsoft PowerPoint. 

We’ll cover a basic understanding of how to create and edit a slideshow and show you where you can learn more advanced Microsoft skills.

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Stories, fingerplays, and more! 

Recommended for children ages 3-5.

Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact the Children's Room at…

Join us at the Kirstein Business Library for a personal budgeting workshop presented by the City of Boston Credit Union. In this program we will cover some of the basics of personal finance including:

The English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Chorus provides students with an opportunity to make vocal music, improve their English language skills, and develop friendships with fellow community members — singers from Back Bay…

Children and their caregivers are invited to a calming series of activities designed to support mindfulness and body awareness. Please note: Doors for this program close five minutes after program begins, to minimize disruption. 

Tuesday, September 17 is National Voter Registration Day!

In celebration of this day, stop by the Boylston Street Building Lobby at the Central Library in Copley Square and meet representatives of the City of Boston Election Department.

Eligible…

The landmark Central Library on 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…

Join us for this monthly program specifically for homeschooled children! We will do different science, technology, engineering, arts, and math projects every month. This program is for homeschooled children ages 6-12 and their families and…

Members will explore the fascinating history of comic books, tracing their evolution from early comic strips to graphic novels. We will explore various genres, including superhero tales and manga, while examining different artistic styles…

Children ages 4-10 can join us on Tuesday afternoons at 4:00 pm in the Children’s Library’s Rey Room for stories and art projects.

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

Registration required and class is currently full. Interested students can join our waitlist. Please contact staff at literacyservices@bpl.org or leave a message at 617-859-2446.

Practice speaking English with other adult ESOL (English as a…

Drop in for an evening storytime for the whole family! Ages 0-7 are invited along with their caregivers. Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services,…

Practice speaking English with other adult ESOL learners in an informal and friendly group setting. The group is led by a volunteer instructor and will take place in person at the Central Library in Copley Square.

Class requires basic…

This story time is developed for one-year-olds (12-24 months), and has songs, rhymes, and more.

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

This Story Time for all ages will features stories, scarves, and more!

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

We are a book group for adults that reads a wide variety of fiction and nonfiction. We meet the 3rd Wednesday of every month at 2:30 pm at the Central Library in Copley Square and over Zoom.

Our choice for September is Jack by Marilynne…

Join an all-ages Story Time for a mid-week afternoon of fun! Ages 0-7. 

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

Join an all-ages story time for a mid-week afternoon of fun! Ages 0-7.

Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact the Children's Room at…

DROP OFF TAX ASSISTANCE OPTION

•Taxpayers must show social security cards for all individuals in the tax return. VITA does not prepare taxes for visa holders, and state only tax forms. VITA will prepare only the tax years 2020, 2021, 2022,…