Events

Note: This exhibition is held in the Leventhal Map and Education Gallery which is open Tuesday 11am-5pm, Wednesday 1pm-7pm, Thursday - Saturday 11am - 5pm, Sunday 1pm - 5pm. Please check their website for the most up to date hours and…

Note: This exhibition is held in the Leventhal Map and Education Gallery which is open Tuesday 11am-5pm, Wednesday 1pm-7pm, Thursday - Saturday 11am - 5pm, Sunday 1pm - 5pm. Please check their website for the most up to date hours and…

On-going display in the Special Collections LobbyMonday - Friday, 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Out of the Box: Unpacking the World of Archives opens up archives to visitors, demonstrating what archives are, what we can learn from them, and what…

Freedom Project Kolekcja is a response to crises and ongoing global conflicts humanity is facing today. Artists were invited to speak up on issues related to human rights, war, violence, and social and racial injustice. The mission of this…

This exhibition is a multidisciplinary cultural experience that highlights the humanity, artistic spirit, and natural beauty of Boston through the integration of arts, humanities, and sciences. It presents a curated collection of…

The Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in partnership with the Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library, is pleased to present Symbiosis, the next exhibition of its 2026 rotating art series, featuring work by…

Artist Statement

Traveling is popular in the US and when possible, abroad. I have been fortunate to visit many countries: Canada, England, France, Germany, Finland, Sweden, Denmark, Scotland, Norway, Russia, Australia, Italy, Greece,…

For over thirty years, Robert Richmond took black and white photographs of the residents of Boston’s North End neighborhood, as well as the city’s downtown area and the combat zone. In this exhibit focusing on women, each woman speaks with…

Due to a temporary shortage of staff, notaries at the Central Library in Copley Square will be on a reduced schedule during the summer. Notaries will be available at regular times each week to take walk-in appointments and will no longer be…

Join us outside in the courtyard, weather permitting, for chalk and water playtime for ages 1-4. Please come ready to get a little messy! 

No registration required.

Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events…

Join Carolyn Lewenberg for a six-part basketry course.

Learn to create baskets using round reed and natural materials from local green spaces, or make a wall hanging or pouch with yarn, rope and other upcycled fibers.

Please register online…

We will share stories and songs, followed by a craft based on the summer theme of the week. Themes include dinosaurs, worms, planting and harvesting, digging sandcastles, pirates buried treasure, rocks, and digging tunnels.

Programming at…

Join Librarian Angela on Mondays mornings for All-Ages Story Time Story Time. Young Children and their caregivers will enjoy 30 minutes rhymes, songs, puppets, and stories! At the end of story time, families are welcome…

Featuring music, singing, dancing, storytelling, and puppetry, this fun-filled, interactive show entertains children with original songs, uplifting themes, and Gospel, Pop, Funk, Hip Hop and Caribbean rhythms.

Ideal for children ages 2-6.

Camp…

Come enjoy songs, fingerplays, and action rhymes for young children and their families and caretakers.

Recommended for ages 2 - 5.

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

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

Best for children ages 0-5.

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

Story Time is back! 

Join Mr. Josh on Monday mornings for a story, songs and fun! 

Best for ages 2+, but all kids are welcome to join in the fun.

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

Are you thinking of Starting a Business? Do you need small business assistance? The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) can help!

Join Shelly Gillis, Outreach and Marketing Specialist with the SBA in the Massachusetts District Office…

Build your English skills and prepare for employment in the United States! This bilingual class, taught in English and Spanish, helps Spanish-speaking community members improve workplace English while learning the skills needed to find,…

Are you an adult English Language Learner looking for resources, support, and ways to practice?

Join members of our Literacy Services team for an informal information session on Zoom. Staff will provide an overview of our programs,…