Events

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…

Join us every week for an enchanting adventure into the world of stories and music at our song and story time! We welcome all little explorers and their families to join in the fun as we embark on magical journeys through the pages of…

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:…

Join Miss Annette for a fun Story Time for babies 0-18 months. We'll have songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories!

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

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…

This evidence-based program is proven to reduce falls, improve fitness, and is designed for older adults who are interested in improving balance, flexibility, and strength.

Participants will learn:

Did you know that the BPL’s Archives Department holds multiple collections of architectural drawings and plans? These include plans for houses, buildings on college campuses, restaurants, ski lodges, and many other types of buildings and…

This evidence-based program is proven to reduce falls, improve fitness, and is designed for older adults who are interested in improving balance, flexibility, and strength.

Participants will learn:

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…

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…