Events

Come practice your Spanish language skills with us. 

Best for intermediate level speakers, but advanced speakers are welcome, too. Please note these are not classes. 

No registration is required. 

Ven a practicar tus…

Join us in the Lower Mills Community Room for Crochet Club! 

Crocheters of all skill levels are welcome to work on your own projects or learn the first stitches in a crafty community! Basic supplies are available for…

Practice speaking English with other adult ESOL (English as a Second Language) learners in a relaxed and friendly group. This group is led by a volunteer instructor.To get the most out of this group and feel comfortable participating, a…

Practice speaking English with other adult learners in an informal and friendly group setting. The group is led by a volunteer instructor and will take place online. 

Class requires basic English speaking skills (for beginner students,…

Practica el inglés con otros estudiantes adultos de ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) en un grupo relajado y amistoso dirigido por un instructor voluntario.

Si eres principiante aprendiendo inglés y hablas español, este grupo…

Practice speaking English with other adult learners in an informal and friendly group setting led by a volunteer teacher.

Class requires basic English-speaking skills. Beginning students should contact the Literacy Services department…

Pratiquez l'anglais avec d'autres adultes apprenant l'ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) dans un groupe en ligne détendu et amical via Zoom. Ce groupe est dirigé par un instructeur bénévole.

Si vous êtes un débutant complet…

Practice speaking English with other adult ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) learners in a relaxed and friendly online group via Zoom. This group is led by a volunteer instructor.

To get the most out of this group and feel…

Do you need help developing your resume, improving your job search skills, preparing for an interview, or planning your career goals? 

Make an appointment with Career Counselor Lauren Butler. 

In-person and virtual appointments…

Practice speaking English with other adult learners in an informal and friendly group setting.

No registration or sign-up is required.

Programming at the Boston Public Library is funded through private support. To learn more about supporting…

Story Time introduces your child to books, rhymes, rhythm, music, song, puppets, flannel board stories, taking turns, paying attention, and being in a group. Each session is typically 25 to 30 minutes in length to accommodate attention span…

Toddlers and their caregivers join Miss Celeste for lap bounces, stories, rhymes, baby signs, and songs. 

This program is best for toddlers age 12-36 months.

This program is not intended for large groups. Preschools and daycares,…

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, an…

Join librarian Chris every Tuesday at 11 for three stories, fingerplays, songs, and occasionally crafts or parachute activities. 

Children up to age 6 and their caregivers are welcomed.

Practice speaking English with other adult ESOL learners and new English speakers in an informal and friendly group setting. 

Groups are led by a native English speaker. 

Space is limited. Please register.

Accessibility Notice:…

Babies from birth to 12 months and their caregivers join Miss Celeste for bouncing rhymes, finger plays, baby sign language, and a short book.

After the Story Time, stick around to play and chat with other caretakers of young babies.

Let's explore Boston Public Library's services and online resources together. 

This program is available both online and in-person at Chinatown Branch from 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm. 

For participants who registered for the online…

Practice speaking English with other adult learners in an informal and friendly group setting led a volunteer teacher.

Class requires basic English-speaking skills. Beginner students should contact the Literacy Services department for a…

Now's the time to think big and build that LEGO creation of your dreams! Children ages four and up are invited to join us in the Children's Room to build and play. We have the LEGOs, just bring your imagination!

This is a place where our identities are welcome as we explore pausing and sitting together. This hour will include readings from a variety of sources, some from Buddhist and other traditions; along with sitting in silence, and a circle of…