Events

Maps trace out the complicated history of places, and we can use them to document geography in much the same way that we can use diaries and letters to document biography. 

In the eight cases of this exhibition, we follow the changing…

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…

The Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in partnership with the Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library, is pleased to present 10 the Hard Way, the next exhibition of its 2026 rotating art series, featuring work by…

Join us for an afternoon of building any creation you can imagine with friends at the library! A variety of building materials including wood and foam blocks, magnetic blocks, KAPLA planks, DUPLOs, and Bristle Blocks will be available for…

Interested in learning to play chess? Join us for weekly chess games and instructions at the North End Branch Library. 

No prior chess experience is necessary. This Chess Club is designed for kids to practice and learn. 

Recommended…

Each Monday afternoon kids are invited to make a craft, create a piece of art, or do a fun STEM-focused activity. This is a one-hour long drop in program for children and their caregivers. All materials will be provided while…

Chinatown Branch is open late on Mondays so join us for an evening of LEGOs and foam blocks!

Explore your creativity while also building STEM skills.

Recommended for ages 3-12, but younger kids are welcome with a caregiver’s supervision.

Come on down to the Shaw-Roxbury Branch to sign up for Summer Reading!

We'll have snacks, games, crafts, and plenty of Bingo sheets for all ages! 

Come enjoy the royal game of chess at your library.

The Children's Chess Club is an informal group welcoming everyone from novice players to junior chess masters. In addition to open play on our chessboards, we will also…

In honor of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, visitors are invited to handwrite the Declaration and the US Constitution in the Courtyard of the Central Library in Copley Square. This program aims to…

Join Ms. Sherry for Baby & Me Story Time! 

Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the department listed in the "Contact Info" pane on the…

Dress up your kid in fancy dress OR their favorite outfit! We’ll dance the morn away! Ages 0-5.

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

Kat Fajardo (she/they) is a Honduran Colombian award-winning cartoonist and illustrator from the lively and magical place of Loisaida, New York City. She's the creator of Miss Quinces, which was a National Indie Bestseller, received a Pura…

The Fields Corner Branch may be closed but the library is still here!

Do you have questions about using your computer, cell phone, tablet, or eBooks? Would you like to take advantage of one of the many online resources available with a…

Join us at the library for a fun-filled afternoon of games that include board games, card games, and oversized games of beloved classics.

Whether your family prefers board games, card games, or anything in between, we’ve got something…

Love gaming? Join our board game club! 

We'll have a variety of games to choose from, including old favorites and new games. 

Recommended for children ages 6-12.

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

Join us in watching three family-friendly movies:

The G.O.A.T | June 2

The Good Dinosaur | June 16

Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs | June 30

Light snacks and beverages will be provided.

For more information, please contact Librarian…

Join us in the children’s area on Wednesday mornings for an interactive story time full of stories, songs, movements, and more. 

This program is best suited for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. 

All children must be…

Join Ms. Alessandra for stories, songs, and movement for children ages 0-5.

The door to the ramp behind the bus stop on Columbia Road is open for stroller access during story time.

Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events…