Board Games Club

Join us for our weekly Board Games Club.  Bring your friends and play your choice of classic games.  Our games include Chess, Clue, Scrabble, Monopoly, and more! Board Games Club meets every Monday from 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM.

Writing Your Memoir

Everyone has a story to tell. Step into the captivating field of memoir writing with this three-part workshop and acquire the skills and confidence to share your story with the world. Under the guidance of an expert writer, you will learn the art of crafting compelling......More

Everyone has a story to tell. Step into the captivating field of memoir writing with this three-part workshop and acquire the skills and confidence to share your story with the world. Under the guidance of an expert writer, you will learn the art of crafting compelling and authentic personal narratives! Participants will attend three sessions: Session 1: Monday, October 20, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Introducing memoir writing and developing a writing voice Session 2: Monday, October 27, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Sharing your written memoir and receiving positive feedback Session 3: Monday, November 3, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Concluding your memoir and reaching your desired audience 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 right. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

Tech Appointments at the West End

Need tech assistance? The West End Library is now offering support for basic technology and software troubleshooting. Book a 30-minute one-on-one appointment with a librarian for help with any of your technology or job search needs. We can help with questions about u......More

Need tech assistance? The West End Library is now offering support for basic technology and software troubleshooting. Book a 30-minute one-on-one appointment with a librarian for help with any of your technology or job search needs. We can help with questions about using your phone, email, computer basics, or job applications. Tuesdays, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM By Appointment Only For more information or to schedule an appointment, email Wesley Fiorentino at [email protected] or call 617-523-3957. 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 right. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Conversation Group

Practice speaking English with other adult learners in an informal and friendly group setting. The group is led by a volunteer teacher and will take place in-person at the West End Branch Library.  This class requires basic English-speaking skills. Beginner students s......More

Practice speaking English with other adult learners in an informal and friendly group setting. The group is led by a volunteer teacher and will take place in-person at the West End Branch Library.  This class requires basic English-speaking skills. Beginner students should contact the Literacy Services department for a list of beginner class options. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required. For more information, contact the West End Branch Library at 617-523-3957; Literacy Services at 617-859-2446 or [email protected]. 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 right. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation. Programming at the Boston Public Library is funded through private support. To learn more about supporting the Library, please visit the Boston Public Library Fund's website: https://bplfund.org/

Boston Teachers Union: Homework Help

Visit the library and receive homework assistance from a Boston Public Schools teacher. This is a drop-in program; no registration is required to attend. This program is made possible through our partnership with the Boston Teachers Union (BTU). Accessibility Notice......More

Visit the library and receive homework assistance from a Boston Public Schools teacher. This is a drop-in program; no registration is required to attend. This program is made possible through our partnership with the Boston Teachers Union (BTU). Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact [email protected] or call (617) 523-3957. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

Meet Ivy, Your Age Strong Advocate!

Meet Ivy, your neighborhood Age Strong advocate! Ivy can assist older adults with: Applying for city services & government benefits (including SNAP, Medicare, and Medicaid) Connecting to programs and resources Programming at the Boston Public Library is funded t......More

Meet Ivy, your neighborhood Age Strong advocate! Ivy can assist older adults with: Applying for city services & government benefits (including SNAP, Medicare, and Medicaid) Connecting to programs and resources Programming at the Boston Public Library is funded through private support. To learn more about supporting the Library, please visit the Boston Public Library Fund's website: https://bplfund.org/ 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 right. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

Board Games Club

Join us for our weekly Board Games Club.  Bring your friends and play your choice of classic games.  Our games include Chess, Clue, Scrabble, Monopoly, and more! Board Games Club meets every Monday from 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM.

Tech Appointments at the West End

Need tech assistance? The West End Library is now offering support for basic technology and software troubleshooting. Book a 30-minute one-on-one appointment with a librarian for help with any of your technology or job search needs. We can help with questions about u......More

Need tech assistance? The West End Library is now offering support for basic technology and software troubleshooting. Book a 30-minute one-on-one appointment with a librarian for help with any of your technology or job search needs. We can help with questions about using your phone, email, computer basics, or job applications. Tuesdays, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM By Appointment Only For more information or to schedule an appointment, email Wesley Fiorentino at [email protected] or call 617-523-3957. 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 right. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Conversation Group

Practice speaking English with other adult learners in an informal and friendly group setting. The group is led by a volunteer teacher and will take place in-person at the West End Branch Library.  This class requires basic English-speaking skills. Beginner students s......More

Practice speaking English with other adult learners in an informal and friendly group setting. The group is led by a volunteer teacher and will take place in-person at the West End Branch Library.  This class requires basic English-speaking skills. Beginner students should contact the Literacy Services department for a list of beginner class options. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required. For more information, contact the West End Branch Library at 617-523-3957; Literacy Services at 617-859-2446 or [email protected]. 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 right. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation. Programming at the Boston Public Library is funded through private support. To learn more about supporting the Library, please visit the Boston Public Library Fund's website: https://bplfund.org/

Boston Teachers Union: Homework Help

Visit the library and receive homework assistance from a Boston Public Schools teacher. This is a drop-in program; no registration is required to attend. This program is made possible through our partnership with the Boston Teachers Union (BTU). Accessibility Notice......More

Visit the library and receive homework assistance from a Boston Public Schools teacher. This is a drop-in program; no registration is required to attend. This program is made possible through our partnership with the Boston Teachers Union (BTU). Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact [email protected] or call (617) 523-3957. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

Fiore, Fabris, and More: Medieval and Renaissance Era Combat

Boston Armizare, a historical fencing club based in Allston, will be giving a presentation on the combat manuals that inform the study of modern longsword and rapier fencing.  We’ll introduce attendees to the world of Fiore, Fabris, and more as we break down just how ......More

Boston Armizare, a historical fencing club based in Allston, will be giving a presentation on the combat manuals that inform the study of modern longsword and rapier fencing.  We’ll introduce attendees to the world of Fiore, Fabris, and more as we break down just how we know what we know about medieval and renaissance era combat. We’ll also have a live demonstration of what fighting with swords might have looked like and allow attendees to handle some of our training weapons. Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact [email protected]. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation. Programming at the Boston Public Library is funded through private support. To learn more about supporting the Library, please visit the Boston Public Library Fund's website:https://bplfund.org/

Board Games Club

Join us for our weekly Board Games Club.  Bring your friends and play your choice of classic games.  Our games include Chess, Clue, Scrabble, Monopoly, and more! Board Games Club meets every Monday from 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM.

Tech Appointments at the West End

Need tech assistance? The West End Library is now offering support for basic technology and software troubleshooting. Book a 30-minute one-on-one appointment with a librarian for help with any of your technology or job search needs. We can help with questions about u......More

Need tech assistance? The West End Library is now offering support for basic technology and software troubleshooting. Book a 30-minute one-on-one appointment with a librarian for help with any of your technology or job search needs. We can help with questions about using your phone, email, computer basics, or job applications. Tuesdays, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM By Appointment Only For more information or to schedule an appointment, email Wesley Fiorentino at [email protected] or call 617-523-3957. 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 right. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

Practice Session: Tai Chi for Fall Prevention—Level 1

Tai Chi for Fall Prevention practice session for those who have completed Level 1: Movements 1-12.  Sessions do not include instruction.   Drop in. Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language ......More

Tai Chi for Fall Prevention practice session for those who have completed Level 1: Movements 1-12.  Sessions do not include instruction.   Drop in. 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 right. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

Practice Session: Tai Chi for Fall Prevention — Level 2

Tai Chi for Fall Prevention practice session for those who have completed Level 2: Movements 13-21. Sessions do not include instruction. Drop in. Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language......More

Tai Chi for Fall Prevention practice session for those who have completed Level 2: Movements 13-21. Sessions do not include instruction. Drop in. 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 right. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Conversation Group

Practice speaking English with other adult learners in an informal and friendly group setting. The group is led by a volunteer teacher and will take place in-person at the West End Branch Library.  This class requires basic English-speaking skills. Beginner students s......More

Practice speaking English with other adult learners in an informal and friendly group setting. The group is led by a volunteer teacher and will take place in-person at the West End Branch Library.  This class requires basic English-speaking skills. Beginner students should contact the Literacy Services department for a list of beginner class options. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required. For more information, contact the West End Branch Library at 617-523-3957; Literacy Services at 617-859-2446 or [email protected]. 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 right. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation. Programming at the Boston Public Library is funded through private support. To learn more about supporting the Library, please visit the Boston Public Library Fund's website: https://bplfund.org/

Boston Teachers Union: Homework Help

Visit the library and receive homework assistance from a Boston Public Schools teacher. This is a drop-in program; no registration is required to attend. This program is made possible through our partnership with the Boston Teachers Union (BTU). Accessibility Notice......More

Visit the library and receive homework assistance from a Boston Public Schools teacher. This is a drop-in program; no registration is required to attend. This program is made possible through our partnership with the Boston Teachers Union (BTU). Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact [email protected] or call (617) 523-3957. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.