Art Exhibit - Deborah Ellington: Bookish Art

The Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in partnership with the Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library, is thrilled to announce the next exhibit in its 2025 rotating art program: Bookish Art, a solo exhibition by Roslindale-based artist Deborah Elli......More

The Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in partnership with the Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library, is thrilled to announce the next exhibit in its 2025 rotating art program: Bookish Art, a solo exhibition by Roslindale-based artist Deborah Ellington In Bookish Art, Ellington transforms painted book pages and poetry into vivid hand-cut collages. Layering text, color, and shape, she builds unique compositions where typography becomes texture, shadow, and pattern. Each piece is carefully crafted—cut and assembled by hand—reflecting her deep appreciation for storytelling and visual form. With a background in technical theatre, painting, graphic design and advertising, Ellington draws on years of study at the Art Students League in New York and the Art Institute of Boston. Her discovery of collage as a medium allowed her to integrate skills in painting, design, and typography into a single expressive form. Inspired by the beauty and power of nature, Ellington’s work explores both two- and three-dimensional space. Her art captures the movement, essence, and complexity of the natural world, inviting viewers to experience its wonder through color, line, and form. Bookish Art is on view from May 1 – June 25, 2025, with a public reception to be held on Thursday, May 1, 2025, 5:30-7:30 pm.  The exhibition space is located on the lower level. This exhibition is made possible through the generous support of The City-Wide Friends of the Boston Public Library, a volunteer, community-based organization that seeks to enhance public awareness, recognition, status and financial support of the library system through advocacy and education. Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact [email protected] or 617-524-2053. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

Crochet 101: A Two-Part Series

Gain all the skills you need to pick up a fun new craft! Over two sessions, you'll learn all the key stitches you need to be able to crochet confidently.  As space is limited, please only register if you can commit to attending both sessions.  Once you've got the bas......More

Gain all the skills you need to pick up a fun new craft! Over two sessions, you'll learn all the key stitches you need to be able to crochet confidently.  As space is limited, please only register if you can commit to attending both sessions.  Once you've got the basics down, join us for any of these workshops in our Crochet Beyond the Basics Series: June 12 - Granny Squares July 10 - Amigurumi July 24 - Tunisian Crochet 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.

Little Uprisings: Word Play

"Word Play" uses clowning and puppetry to take audiences on an adventure through the alphabet. Words come to life in the hands of two skilled performers, who clown around with sounds and letters to create dozens of interactive characters and imaginative scenes. Audienc......More

"Word Play" uses clowning and puppetry to take audiences on an adventure through the alphabet. Words come to life in the hands of two skilled performers, who clown around with sounds and letters to create dozens of interactive characters and imaginative scenes. Audiences can make friends with vowels, teach tricks to a “C-A-T” and “D-O-G,” and visit a whole ZOO full of surprises. It’s the perfect blend of education and entertainment—a play on words, literally!  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.

Art Exhibit - Deborah Ellington: Bookish Art

The Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in partnership with the Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library, is thrilled to announce the next exhibit in its 2025 rotating art program: Bookish Art, a solo exhibition by Roslindale-based artist Deborah Elli......More

The Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in partnership with the Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library, is thrilled to announce the next exhibit in its 2025 rotating art program: Bookish Art, a solo exhibition by Roslindale-based artist Deborah Ellington In Bookish Art, Ellington transforms painted book pages and poetry into vivid hand-cut collages. Layering text, color, and shape, she builds unique compositions where typography becomes texture, shadow, and pattern. Each piece is carefully crafted—cut and assembled by hand—reflecting her deep appreciation for storytelling and visual form. With a background in technical theatre, painting, graphic design and advertising, Ellington draws on years of study at the Art Students League in New York and the Art Institute of Boston. Her discovery of collage as a medium allowed her to integrate skills in painting, design, and typography into a single expressive form. Inspired by the beauty and power of nature, Ellington’s work explores both two- and three-dimensional space. Her art captures the movement, essence, and complexity of the natural world, inviting viewers to experience its wonder through color, line, and form. Bookish Art is on view from May 1 – June 25, 2025, with a public reception to be held on Thursday, May 1, 2025, 5:30-7:30 pm.  The exhibition space is located on the lower level. This exhibition is made possible through the generous support of The City-Wide Friends of the Boston Public Library, a volunteer, community-based organization that seeks to enhance public awareness, recognition, status and financial support of the library system through advocacy and education. Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact [email protected] or 617-524-2053. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

Art Exhibit - Deborah Ellington: Bookish Art

The Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in partnership with the Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library, is thrilled to announce the next exhibit in its 2025 rotating art program: Bookish Art, a solo exhibition by Roslindale-based artist Deborah Elli......More

The Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in partnership with the Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library, is thrilled to announce the next exhibit in its 2025 rotating art program: Bookish Art, a solo exhibition by Roslindale-based artist Deborah Ellington In Bookish Art, Ellington transforms painted book pages and poetry into vivid hand-cut collages. Layering text, color, and shape, she builds unique compositions where typography becomes texture, shadow, and pattern. Each piece is carefully crafted—cut and assembled by hand—reflecting her deep appreciation for storytelling and visual form. With a background in technical theatre, painting, graphic design and advertising, Ellington draws on years of study at the Art Students League in New York and the Art Institute of Boston. Her discovery of collage as a medium allowed her to integrate skills in painting, design, and typography into a single expressive form. Inspired by the beauty and power of nature, Ellington’s work explores both two- and three-dimensional space. Her art captures the movement, essence, and complexity of the natural world, inviting viewers to experience its wonder through color, line, and form. Bookish Art is on view from May 1 – June 25, 2025, with a public reception to be held on Thursday, May 1, 2025, 5:30-7:30 pm.  The exhibition space is located on the lower level. This exhibition is made possible through the generous support of The City-Wide Friends of the Boston Public Library, a volunteer, community-based organization that seeks to enhance public awareness, recognition, status and financial support of the library system through advocacy and education. Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact [email protected] or 617-524-2053. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

JP Fiber Arts Club

Join us for friends and fiber arts!  Bring your knitting, crocheting, embroidery, felting, or any other fiber art project or get inspired by our materials and tools! Come to the library for some cozy fun.  All ages and experience levels are welcome. Accessibility N......More

Join us for friends and fiber arts!  Bring your knitting, crocheting, embroidery, felting, or any other fiber art project or get inspired by our materials and tools! Come to the library for some cozy fun.  All ages and experience levels 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.

Arboretum Walk for ESOL Learners

Are you an adult ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) learner? We invite you to join us for a special tour of the beautiful Arnold Arboretum! If you'd like to explore this amazing place with us, please register by visiting the "Registration Required" box on ......More

Are you an adult ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) learner? We invite you to join us for a special tour of the beautiful Arnold Arboretum! If you'd like to explore this amazing place with us, please register by visiting the "Registration Required" box on this calendar entry. Event Details: Date: Saturday, May 31 Time: 10:00 AM sharp (The tour will end around 12:00 PM) (Please arrive by 9:30 AM) Weather note: We will contact you if we need to cancel the tour due to bad weather. For any questions, please email the Literacy Services department at [email protected] or call us at 617-859-2446 and leave a message. Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact 617-859-2446 or [email protected]. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

Art Exhibit - Deborah Ellington: Bookish Art

The Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in partnership with the Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library, is thrilled to announce the next exhibit in its 2025 rotating art program: Bookish Art, a solo exhibition by Roslindale-based artist Deborah Elli......More

The Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in partnership with the Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library, is thrilled to announce the next exhibit in its 2025 rotating art program: Bookish Art, a solo exhibition by Roslindale-based artist Deborah Ellington In Bookish Art, Ellington transforms painted book pages and poetry into vivid hand-cut collages. Layering text, color, and shape, she builds unique compositions where typography becomes texture, shadow, and pattern. Each piece is carefully crafted—cut and assembled by hand—reflecting her deep appreciation for storytelling and visual form. With a background in technical theatre, painting, graphic design and advertising, Ellington draws on years of study at the Art Students League in New York and the Art Institute of Boston. Her discovery of collage as a medium allowed her to integrate skills in painting, design, and typography into a single expressive form. Inspired by the beauty and power of nature, Ellington’s work explores both two- and three-dimensional space. Her art captures the movement, essence, and complexity of the natural world, inviting viewers to experience its wonder through color, line, and form. Bookish Art is on view from May 1 – June 25, 2025, with a public reception to be held on Thursday, May 1, 2025, 5:30-7:30 pm.  The exhibition space is located on the lower level. This exhibition is made possible through the generous support of The City-Wide Friends of the Boston Public Library, a volunteer, community-based organization that seeks to enhance public awareness, recognition, status and financial support of the library system through advocacy and education. Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact [email protected] or 617-524-2053. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

Celebrate Juneteenth with Little Uprisings

Children will learn about Opal Lee, the grandmother of Juneteenth in the program “Opal Lee Leaves a Legacy” in this interactive workshop. With music provided by Tony Leva and facilitation by Tanya Nixon-Silberg, we will walk through history, detailing her journey to ma......More

Children will learn about Opal Lee, the grandmother of Juneteenth in the program “Opal Lee Leaves a Legacy” in this interactive workshop. With music provided by Tony Leva and facilitation by Tanya Nixon-Silberg, we will walk through history, detailing her journey to make Juneteenth a nationally recognized holiday. Experience music, storytelling, a teach-in about Black History and the fight for freedom, and a craft-making activity to imagine how they can leave a legacy of justice for others. Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact [email protected] or 617-655-2441. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

Emmanuel Music: Breathe with Bach

Breathe with Bach is not a performance. This is a moment just for you. Take a seat, and let the musician set the tone while you take a break from your day and recharge. Let your mind wander, breathe with intention, do some simple stretches, whatever you need to de-st......More

Breathe with Bach is not a performance. This is a moment just for you. Take a seat, and let the musician set the tone while you take a break from your day and recharge. Let your mind wander, breathe with intention, do some simple stretches, whatever you need to de-stress.  Drop in for a few minutes or settle in for longer. About Emmanuel Music: Through its performing, teaching, mentoring, and scholarly activities, Emmanuel Music occupies a unique niche: a living laboratory for the music of J. S. Bach. Emmanuel Music finds new and creative ways for audiences and musicians to engage with the artistic, spiritual, and humanistic aspects of the music of J. S. Bach, the cornerstone of our musical output for our first fifty years. Visit www.emmanuelmusic.org for more information. Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact [email protected] or 617-524-2053. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

Art Exhibit - Deborah Ellington: Bookish Art

The Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in partnership with the Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library, is thrilled to announce the next exhibit in its 2025 rotating art program: Bookish Art, a solo exhibition by Roslindale-based artist Deborah Elli......More

The Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in partnership with the Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library, is thrilled to announce the next exhibit in its 2025 rotating art program: Bookish Art, a solo exhibition by Roslindale-based artist Deborah Ellington In Bookish Art, Ellington transforms painted book pages and poetry into vivid hand-cut collages. Layering text, color, and shape, she builds unique compositions where typography becomes texture, shadow, and pattern. Each piece is carefully crafted—cut and assembled by hand—reflecting her deep appreciation for storytelling and visual form. With a background in technical theatre, painting, graphic design and advertising, Ellington draws on years of study at the Art Students League in New York and the Art Institute of Boston. Her discovery of collage as a medium allowed her to integrate skills in painting, design, and typography into a single expressive form. Inspired by the beauty and power of nature, Ellington’s work explores both two- and three-dimensional space. Her art captures the movement, essence, and complexity of the natural world, inviting viewers to experience its wonder through color, line, and form. Bookish Art is on view from May 1 – June 25, 2025, with a public reception to be held on Thursday, May 1, 2025, 5:30-7:30 pm.  The exhibition space is located on the lower level. This exhibition is made possible through the generous support of The City-Wide Friends of the Boston Public Library, a volunteer, community-based organization that seeks to enhance public awareness, recognition, status and financial support of the library system through advocacy and education. Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact [email protected] or 617-524-2053. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

Pre School Story Time

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 and developmental levels, an......More

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 and developmental levels, and some Story Times may also include a craft or other learning activity. All Story Times are different, and the pre schoolers will generally spend most of the time singing, dancing, and bouncing.  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.

After School Crafts Club

Come to the Jamaica Plain Branch on Wednesday afternoons and join the After School Crafts Club!  Each week, Children's Librarian Chris will read a story and lead a related craft activity. Drop in and have fun! 

Drop-In Notary Service Hours

Come by any time during our open notary hours to get documents notarized. Please note the following: All forms must be complete except for signatures to be notarized. Do not sign the form until you are in the presence of a notary. You and any other signers must have......More

Come by any time during our open notary hours to get documents notarized. Please note the following: All forms must be complete except for signatures to be notarized. Do not sign the form until you are in the presence of a notary. You and any other signers must have an up-to-date, government issued photo ID with you, such as a passport, driver's license, or state ID. If your document(s) require witnesses, you must provide them yourself. If you need certified copies of documents notarized, please bring in the originals as well. We can only notarize documents in English. If you have any questions, you can email [email protected] or call the branch at 617-524-2053.

Art Exhibit - Deborah Ellington: Bookish Art

The Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in partnership with the Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library, is thrilled to announce the next exhibit in its 2025 rotating art program: Bookish Art, a solo exhibition by Roslindale-based artist Deborah Elli......More

The Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in partnership with the Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library, is thrilled to announce the next exhibit in its 2025 rotating art program: Bookish Art, a solo exhibition by Roslindale-based artist Deborah Ellington In Bookish Art, Ellington transforms painted book pages and poetry into vivid hand-cut collages. Layering text, color, and shape, she builds unique compositions where typography becomes texture, shadow, and pattern. Each piece is carefully crafted—cut and assembled by hand—reflecting her deep appreciation for storytelling and visual form. With a background in technical theatre, painting, graphic design and advertising, Ellington draws on years of study at the Art Students League in New York and the Art Institute of Boston. Her discovery of collage as a medium allowed her to integrate skills in painting, design, and typography into a single expressive form. Inspired by the beauty and power of nature, Ellington’s work explores both two- and three-dimensional space. Her art captures the movement, essence, and complexity of the natural world, inviting viewers to experience its wonder through color, line, and form. Bookish Art is on view from May 1 – June 25, 2025, with a public reception to be held on Thursday, May 1, 2025, 5:30-7:30 pm.  The exhibition space is located on the lower level. This exhibition is made possible through the generous support of The City-Wide Friends of the Boston Public Library, a volunteer, community-based organization that seeks to enhance public awareness, recognition, status and financial support of the library system through advocacy and education. Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact [email protected] or 617-524-2053. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

JP Fiber Arts Club

Join us for friends and fiber arts!  Bring your knitting, crocheting, embroidery, felting, or any other fiber art project or get inspired by our materials and tools! Come to the library for some cozy fun.  All ages and experience levels are welcome. Accessibility N......More

Join us for friends and fiber arts!  Bring your knitting, crocheting, embroidery, felting, or any other fiber art project or get inspired by our materials and tools! Come to the library for some cozy fun.  All ages and experience levels 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.

Little Uprisings: Everywhere and Nowhere: Stories of Migration

Immigrant and indigenous stories of migration, home, displacement and belonging accompanied by live music and an activity.  Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the depa......More

Immigrant and indigenous stories of migration, home, displacement and belonging accompanied by live music and an activity.  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.

Art Exhibit - Deborah Ellington: Bookish Art

The Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in partnership with the Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library, is thrilled to announce the next exhibit in its 2025 rotating art program: Bookish Art, a solo exhibition by Roslindale-based artist Deborah Elli......More

The Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in partnership with the Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library, is thrilled to announce the next exhibit in its 2025 rotating art program: Bookish Art, a solo exhibition by Roslindale-based artist Deborah Ellington In Bookish Art, Ellington transforms painted book pages and poetry into vivid hand-cut collages. Layering text, color, and shape, she builds unique compositions where typography becomes texture, shadow, and pattern. Each piece is carefully crafted—cut and assembled by hand—reflecting her deep appreciation for storytelling and visual form. With a background in technical theatre, painting, graphic design and advertising, Ellington draws on years of study at the Art Students League in New York and the Art Institute of Boston. Her discovery of collage as a medium allowed her to integrate skills in painting, design, and typography into a single expressive form. Inspired by the beauty and power of nature, Ellington’s work explores both two- and three-dimensional space. Her art captures the movement, essence, and complexity of the natural world, inviting viewers to experience its wonder through color, line, and form. Bookish Art is on view from May 1 – June 25, 2025, with a public reception to be held on Thursday, May 1, 2025, 5:30-7:30 pm.  The exhibition space is located on the lower level. This exhibition is made possible through the generous support of The City-Wide Friends of the Boston Public Library, a volunteer, community-based organization that seeks to enhance public awareness, recognition, status and financial support of the library system through advocacy and education. Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact [email protected] or 617-524-2053. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

Art Exhibit - Deborah Ellington: Bookish Art

The Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in partnership with the Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library, is thrilled to announce the next exhibit in its 2025 rotating art program: Bookish Art, a solo exhibition by Roslindale-based artist Deborah Elli......More

The Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in partnership with the Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library, is thrilled to announce the next exhibit in its 2025 rotating art program: Bookish Art, a solo exhibition by Roslindale-based artist Deborah Ellington In Bookish Art, Ellington transforms painted book pages and poetry into vivid hand-cut collages. Layering text, color, and shape, she builds unique compositions where typography becomes texture, shadow, and pattern. Each piece is carefully crafted—cut and assembled by hand—reflecting her deep appreciation for storytelling and visual form. With a background in technical theatre, painting, graphic design and advertising, Ellington draws on years of study at the Art Students League in New York and the Art Institute of Boston. Her discovery of collage as a medium allowed her to integrate skills in painting, design, and typography into a single expressive form. Inspired by the beauty and power of nature, Ellington’s work explores both two- and three-dimensional space. Her art captures the movement, essence, and complexity of the natural world, inviting viewers to experience its wonder through color, line, and form. Bookish Art is on view from May 1 – June 25, 2025, with a public reception to be held on Thursday, May 1, 2025, 5:30-7:30 pm.  The exhibition space is located on the lower level. This exhibition is made possible through the generous support of The City-Wide Friends of the Boston Public Library, a volunteer, community-based organization that seeks to enhance public awareness, recognition, status and financial support of the library system through advocacy and education. Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact [email protected] or 617-524-2053. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.