Events
Join us every Thursday morning this summer for stories, songs, and fun!
Older siblings are always welcome to join in as well.
Programming at the Boston Public Library is funded through private support. To learn more about supporting the…
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.
…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.
Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability…
Help plant and care for the library's garden!
Best for ages 5+.
Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the department listed in the…
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Beat the heat this July with our Hot Heists Film Series featuring both modern and classic heist movies!
No Sudden Move | Friday, July 11 | 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Three Kings | Saturday, July 19 | 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The Taking…
Explore a brand new STEAM idea each week with us!
Topics include drawing with code, robots, chemistry, and more.
Programming at the Boston Public Library is funded through private support. To learn more about supporting the Library,…
Join us for a different kind of craft every Friday this summer! We’ll paint, draw, and make our way to lots of different creations! No need to bring anything, all supplies will be provided!
Please note: due to limited supplies, some…
Stop by and check out the Mattapan Branch Library's garden space and lend a hand planting, tending, and harvesting!
No gardening experience necessary!
You can enter the library's back garden through the gate in the parking…
A story time just for babies and their families! Join us for stories, songs, and fun!
Programming at the Boston Public Library is funded through private support. To learn more about supporting the Library, please visit the…
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Ever wanted to write your own poetry? Or learn about all the different kinds of poems out there?
Join us for an extra special workshop featuring the City of Boston’s brand new Poet Laureate, Emmanuel Oppong-Yeboah!
Emmanuel…
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.
Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability…
Tech Goes Home is a nonprofit dedicated to addressing the digital inequities that pose a significant barrier to opportunity and success for thousands of students, workers, and families across Greater Boston.
The TGH program provides an…
Do you love computers? Ever wondered how they work? Have you ever played a game and thought about making your own? Join Mattapan’s brand-new coding club to learn more about computers and explore all kinds of uses for code. We'll make our…
Join us for stories, songs, and fun later in the day! Older siblings are always welcome to join in, too.
Programming at the Boston Public Library is funded through private support. To learn more about supporting the Library, please visit…
Join us each Wednesday this summer for a movie to enjoy with friends and family!
Programming at the Boston Public Library is funded through private support. To learn more about supporting the Library, please visit the Boston Public…
Join Boston Bikes for a FREE hands-on bike repair workshop!
They will do all basic bike repair including: patching flat tires, aligning brakes, and adjusting gears and shifters.
No registration required.
…Join us every Thursday morning this summer for stories, songs, and fun!
Older siblings are always welcome to join in as well.
Programming at the Boston Public Library is funded through private support. To learn more about supporting the…
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.
Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability…
Help plant and care for the library's garden!
Best for ages 5+.
Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the department listed in the…
Explore a brand new STEAM idea each week with us!
Topics include drawing with code, robots, chemistry, and more.
Programming at the Boston Public Library is funded through private support. To learn more about supporting the Library,…