Comic Jam with Cartoonist Adam Kane

Join cartoonist Adam Kane for a comic jam! Through a selection of individual and group drawing exercises, you will familiarize yourself with some of the core elements of comics construction, such as panel composition and sequencing. And of course, you'll get to make so......More

Join cartoonist Adam Kane for a comic jam! Through a selection of individual and group drawing exercises, you will familiarize yourself with some of the core elements of comics construction, such as panel composition and sequencing. And of course, you'll get to make some wild and humorous comics with your peers along the way. 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: bplfund.org Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, call 617.436.8214 or email codman@bpl.org. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

VITA Tax Preparation Program

Get tax assistance from a VITA volunteer with the Community Financial Management Program Inc. Taxpayers must show social security cards for all individuals in the tax return for income documents to be accepted. Taxpayers will leave income documents for tax prepa......More

Get tax assistance from a VITA volunteer with the Community Financial Management Program Inc. Taxpayers must show social security cards for all individuals in the tax return for income documents to be accepted. Taxpayers will leave income documents for tax preparation in person. All documents will be returned when the taxpayer comes back to pick up the completed tax forms on the following service day. No documents will be mailed. Household income limit is $70,000. Only the tax years 2022, 2023, and 2024 will be prepared. Tax returns for visa holders will not be prepared. Remote tax assistance is not available. 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.

Poetry Office Hours

Do you want to write poetry but have questions about how to get started? Are you already writing poetry? Ask Rishona Michael, an experienced instructor from GrubStreet, about your writing project, resources, opportunities, and tips. Just come by and sign up for a 2......More

Do you want to write poetry but have questions about how to get started? Are you already writing poetry? Ask Rishona Michael, an experienced instructor from GrubStreet, about your writing project, resources, opportunities, and tips. Just come by and sign up for a 20-minute max time block on a first-come, first-served basis. All levels of writing are welcome. 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. 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.

Job Help by Appointment

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 available.  Non-English speakers are w......More

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 available.  Non-English speakers are welcome. 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.

Pre School Storytime

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.

Storyteller Anna Adler

Join storyteller Anna Adler and move and groove to Storytelling! Clap your hands, stomp your feet, and feel the rhythm of the storytelling beat. Join us for an interactive storytelling session filled with rhythmic stories, songs, and movement to engage and delight par......More

Join storyteller Anna Adler and move and groove to Storytelling! Clap your hands, stomp your feet, and feel the rhythm of the storytelling beat. Join us for an interactive storytelling session filled with rhythmic stories, songs, and movement to engage and delight participants. For children ages four and up! 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, email fieldscorner@bpl.org. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

Library Drop-In Hours at Chill on Park

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 BPL card?  The Fields Corner Branch librarians can help! Please meet us at Chill on Park; located at......More

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 BPL card?  The Fields Corner Branch librarians can help! Please meet us at Chill on Park; located at 142 Park Street, Dorchester, MA 02122 (across from the Fields Corner Branch Library). Laptops and limited printing will be available.  A selection of Lucky Day books will be available for checkout, and we will also be able to create library cards and help with requesting books if needed.  Questions? Email us at fieldscorner@bpl.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.

Memory Café

A Memory Café is for those living with memory loss, their loved ones, and care partners. Connect with community and engage in a wide range of interesting activities every month! Free light refreshments from home.stead cafe & bakery. Presented by the Age Strong Com......More

A Memory Café is for those living with memory loss, their loved ones, and care partners. Connect with community and engage in a wide range of interesting activities every month! Free light refreshments from home.stead cafe & bakery. Presented by the Age Strong Commission of the City of Boston 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. 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 Help by Appointment / Ayuda técnica por cita

Need help online with the computer, with your phone, with online resources?  Would you like one-on-one help by appointment?  Make an appointment with Ana in person or by calling 617.436.8214 or email codman@bpl.org. ¿Necesitas ayuda en línea con tu computadora, tel......More

Need help online with the computer, with your phone, with online resources?  Would you like one-on-one help by appointment?  Make an appointment with Ana in person or by calling 617.436.8214 or email codman@bpl.org. ¿Necesitas ayuda en línea con tu computadora, teléfono, o recursos en línea?  ¿Te gustaría recibir ayuda individual por cita?  Agenda una cita con Ana en persona, por teléfono al 617.436.8214 o enviando un correo electrónico a codman@bpl.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.

Immigrant Advancement (MOIA) Community Office Hours

The Mayor’s Office for Immigrant Advancement (MOIA) staff is available to meet with you one on one and provide information, support, and connections to City services and local organizations to help with concerns related to: immigration (no immigration advice provided),......More

The Mayor’s Office for Immigrant Advancement (MOIA) staff is available to meet with you one on one and provide information, support, and connections to City services and local organizations to help with concerns related to: immigration (no immigration advice provided), food, housing, services for older adults, families, education. Interpretation available upon request. La Oficina de la Alcaldía para el Avance de los Inmigrantes (MOIA) está disponible para reunirse individualmente con usted, proveer información, apoyo, conexión con los recursos disponibles de la Ciudad y otras organizaciones locales y proporcionar ayuda con temas relacionados a: inmigración (no se ofrece consejería legal), alimentos, vivienda, servicios para adultos mayores, familias, educación. 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. Aviso de accesibilidad: Nos esforzamos por hacer que nuestros eventos sean accesibles. Para solicitar adaptaciones para discapacitados y/o servicios lingüísticos, por favor comuníquese al 617.436.8214 o codman@bpl.org. Por favor, permita al menos dos semanas para organizar el acomodo.

Poetry Office Hours

Do you want to write poetry but have questions about how to get started? Are you already writing poetry? Ask Rishona Michael, an experienced instructor from GrubStreet, about your writing project, resources, opportunities, and tips. Just come by and sign up for a 2......More

Do you want to write poetry but have questions about how to get started? Are you already writing poetry? Ask Rishona Michael, an experienced instructor from GrubStreet, about your writing project, resources, opportunities, and tips. Just come by and sign up for a 20-minute max time block on a first-come, first-served basis. All levels of writing are welcome. 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. 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.