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American Master Prints 1900-1960

2011-10-14T04:00:00Z

Wiggin Gallery
Central Library in Copley Square
700 Boylston Street
Boston MA 02116
Ongoing through Thursday, March 15, 2012

By 1900 printmaking as a fine art was firmly established in the United States. Often working as illustrators for newspapers, periodicals, and books, this generation of artists focused on recording the life around them. Included in the exhibition are John Sloan’s etchings depicting scenes of daily life in the neighborhoods of New York City and the contrasts he observed between the wealthy and the working class; and George Bellows’ images of the campaigns of the evangelist Billy Sunday, the rise of boxing, and the atrocities of World War I. The period between 1900 and 1960 was a time when a number of women artists gained prominence as printmaker, and works by Isabel Bishop, Kyra Markham, and Mabel Dwight illustrate the American experience as they saw it. The current exhibition represents only a fraction of the Library’s rich holdings in the area of American master prints of the first half of the 20th century.

Library: Central Library
Neighborhood: Back Bay
Type of Event: Exhibit
Cost: Free
Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Adults, Seniors, Families, Businesses, Visitors

From Pen to Print: the Handwriting Behind the Book

2011-11-21T05:00:00Z

Rare Books Lobby
Central Library in Copley Square
700 Boylston Street
Boston MA 02116
Ongoing through Friday, March 30, 2012

“From Pen to Print: The Handwriting Behind the Book” is an exhibition that features handwritten letters, notes, postcards, and other manuscripts that reveal personal, private, and otherwise veiled aspects of the production of books. Putting authors’ manuscript materials on display alongside their print books, the exhibition reveals the passions, obsessions, lofty dreams, and gritty realizations triggered by the writing and publishing process. These materials capture the relationships between19th- and 20th-century American authors, editors, and readers, including Nathaniel Hawthorne, Edgar Allan Poe, Alice Cary, Rufus Griswold, Walt Whitman, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Anne Warren Weston, Sarah Grimke, Angelina Grimke, Charles Folsom, and Robert Frost. These writers’ correspondence and notes, paired with rare, early editions of the books discussed therein, bring many fascinating facets of composition and publishing to light, notably the working relationships between authors and their editors and the interactions between authors and their readers. The exhibit also offers such curiosities as digitally enlarged signatures and passages from autographs, cross-hatched letters, and a selection of author portraits.

This exhibition is the result of an innovative, ongoing partnership between UMass-Boston's English M.A. Program and the Boston Public Library. UMass-Boston students take a semester-long course in the Rare Books and Manuscripts Room, engaging in hands-on research that generates a student-curated exhibit. This exhibition presents the results of a seminar that focused on the scholarly transcription and annotating of handwritten texts. Previous years’ topics have included books from colonial Boston, Shakespeare, public poetry, and the origins of the British novel.

The exhibition is free and open to the general public. It is located in the Rare Books Exhibition Room on the third floor of the Boston Public Library’s McKim Building, and is open M, T, W, F - 9am - 5pm; Th - 11am - 7pm. The exhibition runs through March 30, 2012.

Library: Central Library
Neighborhood: Back Bay
Type of Event: Exhibit
Cost: Free
Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Adults, Seniors, Families, Businesses, Visitors

Treasures: 1482 to the Digital Age

2011-11-28T05:00:00Z

Norman B. Leventhal Map Center
Central Library in Copley Square
700 Boylston Street
Boston MA 02116
Ongoing through Monday, March 12, 2012

The Leventhal Map Center’s cartographic collections, with 200,000 maps and 5,000 atlases, date from the 1480s to the present. They provide worldwide geographic coverage and illustrate many historical themes. The collection’s strengths focus on four key topics – the history and settlement of Boston and New England, the American Revolutionary War, maritime trade and nautical charts, and the growth and mapping of urban communities.
The exhibition is enriched by many individual treasures including the 1482 atlas, Geographia by Ptolemy, which is displayed next to a monitor that shows every digitized page of the book. World maps, atlases, and globes from the 15th – 17th centuries, as well as a wide range of historic maps of Boston and New England are on view. While a “treasure” is often defined by the beholder, some of these items are exhibited because of their rarity, while others were selected for their beauty, unique format or historic importance.

Library: Central Library
Neighborhood: Back Bay
Type of Event: Exhibit
Cost: Free
Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Adults, Seniors
More info: maps.bpl.org

Unconventional Maps: Exploring the Stories of Cartographic Curiosities

2011-11-28T05:00:00Z

Norman B. Leventhal Map Center
Central Library in Copley Square
700 Boylston Street
Boston MA 02116
Ongoing through Monday, March 12, 2012

Unconventional Maps: Exploring the Stories of Cartographic Curiosities
When reading maps, we expect map makers to use standard conventions, especially in regard to projection, orientation, scale, and symbols. When a map maker does not use generally-accepted practices, we ask why? What is the story the map maker is trying to tell?

This exhibition of 25 maps and atlases highlights a variety of unconventional maps spanning the history of the printed map. For each, we demonstrate how it defies convention, and how that particular cartographic design heightens its story.

The earliest maps, dated from the mid-1500s portray an upside-down Africa and a world divided into three continents, reflecting medieval geographical concepts. Also represented are elaborately decorated world maps from the 17th and 18th centuries, classic 19th century bird’s eye views, as well as more contemporary educational, cartoon, propaganda, pictorial and journalistic maps. Exhibition supported by a grant from the Gladys Krieble Delmas Foundation.

Library: Central Library
Neighborhood: Back Bay
Type of Event: Exhibit
Cost: Free
Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Adults, Seniors, Families, Businesses, Visitors
More info: maps.bpl.org

Cuban Moments: 50 Years After the Revolution

2012-01-03T05:00:00Z

Connolly Branch
of the Boston Public Library
433 Centre Street
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Ongoing through Wednesday, February 29, 2012

A photographic exhibition by Jamaica Plain artist, Kerri Schmidt. This exhibition has been extended through the month of February 2012.

Artist statement: "Our similarities are much greater than our differences. I hope this exhibit encourages others to learn more about Cuba and its people."

Library: Connolly
Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain
Type of Event: Exhibit
Cost: Free
Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Adults, Seniors, Families, Businesses, Visitors

Paintings by Eric Mauro

2012-01-13T05:00:00Z

Faneuil Branch of the Boston Public Library
419 Faneuil Street
Brighton, MA
Ongoing through Wednesday, February 29, 2012

Eric Mauro is a painter living in Brighton. He has been painting for almost ten years. He works primarily from life, but sources can include mythological and historic material. His studio is in Jamaica Plain.

Library: Faneuil
Neighborhood: Brighton
Type of Event: Arts (Visual), Exhibit
Cost: Free
Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Adults, Seniors, Families, Businesses, Visitors
More info: ericmauro.com

Steven Spencer Paintings Exhibit

2012-01-27T05:00:00Z

Parker Hill Branch
Boston Public Library
1497 Tremont Street
Roxbury 02120
Ongoing through Thursday, March 15, 2012

Library: Parker Hill
Neighborhood: Mission Hill
Type of Event: Arts (Visual), Exhibit
Cost: Free
Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Adults, Seniors, Visitors

Stamps from Around the Globe

2012-01-31T05:00:00Z

Brighton Branch of the Boston Public Library
40 Academy Hill Road
Brighton, MA. 02135
Ongoing through Monday, April 23, 2012

Come see a dazzling exhibition of stamps from around the globe from the collection of Mary B. Crimlisk.

Library: Brighton
Neighborhood: Brighton
Type of Event: Exhibit
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), Adults, Seniors, Families

Expressions of Flora and Fauna

2012-02-01T05:00:00Z

Honan-Allston Branch of the Boston Public Library
300 North Harvard Street
Allston, MA 02134
Ongoing through Wednesday, February 29, 2012

Exhibit featuring Corey Banda, photography, Jerry Hooten, photography, and Markus Spartikus, mixed media. Reception is February 4, 2012 from 1:00 to 4:00.

Library: Honan-Allston
Neighborhood: Allston
Type of Event: Concerts / Live Music, Exhibit
Cost: Free
Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Adults, Seniors, Families, Businesses, Visitors

Rogerson House Communities

2012-02-01T05:00:00Z

Roslindale Branch Library
4246 Washington Street
Roslindale MA 02131
Ongoing through Thursday, March 1, 2012

The services of the Rogerson House Communities are highlighted in two bold displays. The Lobby and Street Gallery exhibits will be on display through the month of February.

Library: Roslindale
Neighborhood: Roslindale
Type of Event: Exhibit
Cost: Free

Original Modern Watercolors by Warren Barber

2012-02-01T05:00:00Z

South End Branch Library
685 Tremont Street
Boston, MA 02118
Ongoing through Monday, February 27, 2012

Original modern watercolors by Boston artist Warren Barber will be on display during February.

Library: South End
Neighborhood: South End
Type of Event: Arts (Visual), Exhibit
Cost: Free
Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34), College Students, Adults, Seniors, Visitors
More info: warrenbarberart@yahoo.com

Art of Jacques Martret

2012-02-01T05:00:00Z

West End Branch
Boston Public Library
151 Cambridge Street
Boston, MA 02114
Ongoing through Wednesday, February 29, 2012

Oil and Mixed Media Paintings by artist Jacques Martet . An Opening Reception will be held on Thursday, February 2 at 6:30 pm.

Library: West End
Neighborhood: West End
Type of Event: Exhibit
Cost: Free
Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Adults, Seniors, Families, Businesses, Visitors

Portraits in Pencil by Brendon Perez

2012-02-01T05:00:00Z

West Roxbury Branch of the Boston Public Library
1961 Centre Street
West Roxbury MA, 02132
Ongoing through Monday, February 27, 2012

Brendon Perez is a twenty year old native of Boston who currently lives in Jamaica Plain. At 12 years of age, Brendon was invited to take special classes at the Massachusetts College of Art. During his high-school years he attended Boston Arts Academy, majoring in Visual Fine Arts. Brendon has exhibited his work at Boston City Hall as well as Massachusetts College of Art. His current exhibit at the West Roxbury Branch Library showcases some of his pencil and charcoal drawings. "I enjoy their simplicity. With pencil I can focus on the lines of the drawing." Brendon loves to sketch and is intrigued by the human face. "Every face is different and every drawing of the same face can be different too."

Library: West Roxbury
Neighborhood: West Roxbury
Type of Event: Exhibit
Cost: Free
Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Adults, Seniors, Families, Businesses, Visitors

Water Color Paintings by Vanessa Kelly-Loud

2012-02-04T05:00:00Z

Grove Hall Branch of the Boston Public Library
41 Geneva Avenue
Dorchester, MA
Ongoing through Friday, March 2, 2012

A native of Roxbury, Vanessa Kelly-Loud brings to life through her work the rich cultural traditions of Black women. February is Black History Month.

Library: Grove Hall
Neighborhood: Dorchester
Type of Event: Arts (Visual), Exhibit
Cost: Free
Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Adults, Seniors

Free Income Tax Assistance for Low-Income Filers

2012-02-07T05:00:00Z

South End Branch of the Boston Public Library
685 Tremont Street
Boston
Ongoing through Monday, April 9, 2012

AARP volunteers will help in the electronic filing of simple 2011 federal and Massachusetts tax returns. Please call 617-536-8241 to schedule an appointment.

Library: South End
Neighborhood: South End
Type of Event: Workshops & Classes
Cost: Free
Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34), College Students, Adults, Seniors
More info: www.friendsofsouthendlibrary.org

Homework Help

2012-02-12T18:00:00Z

Rey Children's Room
Central Library
700 Boylston Street
Boston MA 02116
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 1 – 5pm

Trained mentors offer free homework help when Boston Public Schools are in full session. Homework help is available during the school year in all subject areas to students in grades K – 8.

Library: Central Library
Neighborhood: Back Bay
Type of Event: Workshops & Classes
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 6-12)
More info: www.bpl.org…

Coyotes in the City

2012-02-12T19:00:00Z

Mass Audubon's Boston Nature Center
500 Walk Hill St
Mattapan, MA 02126
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 2 – 3:30pm

Coyotes now live in every state in the U.S. except for Hawaii, and some are even living in large cities like Boston. Join us to learn about the behaviors and life history of these playful creatures and to look for signs and tracks of resident coyotes. Adults and children will learn helpful hints on how to coexist with these new city neighbors safely and peacefully.

Phone: 617-983-8500
Cost: Mass Audubon members $5.00, Nonmembers $7.00. Family rate: $10.00, $14.00.
Audience: Families
Neighborhood: Mattapan
MBTA: Orange line to Forest Hills. 21 or 31 bus to Harvard St. stop.
Type of Event: Workshops & Classes
More info: www.massaudubon.org…

Art and Architecture Tours

2012-02-12T19:00:00Z

Central Library
in Copley Square
McKim Building entrance
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 2 – 3pm

The Boston Public Library offers free tours highlighting the architecture of Charles Follen McKim and Philip Johnson, as well as the many works of famed sculptors and painters. The tours last about an hour. They are led by volunteers and begin at the Dartmouth Street entrance of the Central Library in Copley Square. No appointment is necessary.

The full schedule of Art & Architecture tours is Mondays at 2:30 p.m., Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m., Wednesdays at 11 a.m.; Thursdays at 6:00 p.m.; Fridays at 11:00 a.m., and Saturdays at 11:00 a.m. and Sundays at 2:00 p.m.

Library: Central Library
Neighborhood: Back Bay
Type of Event: Tours / City Exploration
Cost: Free
Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34), College Students, Adults, Seniors

Year of the Dragon, Chinese Year 4710

2012-02-12T19:30:00Z

Rabb Lecture Hall
Central Library
Boston Public Library
Copley Square
700 Boylston Street
Boston, MA 02116
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 2:30 – 4:15pm

This concert is designed to introduce traditional Chinese music through different instruments and dance. Boston Chinese Chamber Music Group was founded in 2001 and has performed at various venues throughout the Boston area.

Library: Central Library
Neighborhood: Back Bay
Type of Event: Arts (Performing)
Cost: Free
Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), Families

ESL Intermediate 2 English Class

2012-02-13T15:00:00Z

Dudley Literacy Center
of the Boston Public Library
65 Warren Street
Roxbury, MA 02119
Monday, February 13, 2012, 10am – 1pm

This is an ESL Intermediate 2 English class for people with high-beginning to intermediate English comprehension. Class size is limited. Registration is required. To register and for more information, please visit us, or call 617-859-2446, or email mmurray@bpl.org.

Library: Dudley Literacy Center
Neighborhood: Roxbury
Type of Event: ESOL / Literacy, Workshops & Classes
Cost: Free
Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Adults

Preschool Story Craft Hour

2012-02-13T15:30:00Z

Faneuil Branch of the Boston Public Library
419 Faneuil Street
Brighton, MA
Monday, February 13, 2012, 10:30 – 11:10am

Stories and a craft for children Ages 2-5

Library: Faneuil
Neighborhood: Brighton
Type of Event: Arts & Crafts, Story Time
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5)

Films for Preschool Children

2012-02-13T15:30:00Z

Roslindale Branch Boston Public Library
4246 Washington Street
Roslindale MA 02131
Monday, February 13, 2012, 10:30 – 11:30am

Preschool films are for children ages 3 to 5. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please call in advance to verify that this event has not been rescheduled or cancelled.

Library: Roslindale
Neighborhood: Roslindale
Type of Event: Film
Cost: free
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5)

A Fascinating Rhythm with Cornell "Sugarfoot" Coley

2012-02-13T16:00:00Z

Egleston Square Branch of the Boston Public Library
2044 Columbus Avenue
Roxbury, MA 02119
Monday, February 13, 2012, 11am – 12pm

Interactive Drumming and World Beats for Children and Families with Cornell "Sugarfoot" Coley. Groups must pre-register with Ann in the Children's Room. February is Black History Month.

Library: Egleston Square
Neighborhood: Roxbury
Type of Event: Arts (Performing)
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), Families

Films for Children

2012-02-13T16:00:00Z

25 Parmenter Street
Monday, February 13, 2012, 11am – 12pm

On Mondays, come and watch children films at the North End library. Please call in advance to verify that this event has not been rescheduled or canceled.

Library: North End
Neighborhood: North End
Type of Event: Film
Cost: free
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12)

Toddler Story Time

2012-02-13T16:00:00Z

South End Branch of the Boston Public Library
685 Tremont Street
Boston
Monday, February 13, 2012, 11 – 11:45am

Songs, rhymes, short tales, and a craft suitable for toddlers and caretakers together.

Library: South End
Neighborhood: South End
Type of Event: Story Time
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5)

Mac: the Basics

2012-02-13T16:30:00Z

Boston Public Library
Central Library in Copley Square
Training Lab
700 Boylston Street
Monday, February 13, 2012, 11:30am – 12:30pm

Come and learn to navigate the Mac operating system. Prerequisite: none

Library: Central Library
Neighborhood: Back Bay
Type of Event: Workshops & Classes
Cost: Free
Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34), College Students, Adults, Seniors

Conversations with Friends

2012-02-13T18:00:00Z

Hyde Park Branch of the Boston Public Library
35 Harvard Avenue
02136
Monday, February 13, 2012, 1 – 2:30pm

Practice spoken English language skills in an informal friendly setting with interesting conversations with other language learners. No preregistration is needed.

Library: Hyde Park
Neighborhood: Hyde Park
Type of Event: ESOL / Literacy
Cost: Free
Audience: Adults

Screening of the Documentary "Young @ Heart" with Discussion

2012-02-13T18:00:00Z

Roslindale Branch of the Boston Public Library
4246 Washington Street
Roslindale MA 02131
Monday, February 13, 2012, 1 – 4pm

Screening of the documentary "Young @ Heart" with a guided discussion to follow. In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2012.

Presented by the Commission on Affairs of the Elderly, Boston RSVP, and Senior Companion Program.

Library: Roslindale
Neighborhood: Roslindale
Type of Event: Film, Talks & Lectures
Cost: Free
Audience: Seniors
More info: www.cityofboston.gov…

ESL Conversation Group

2012-02-13T18:30:00Z

Grove Hall Branch of the Boston Public Library
41 Geneva Avenue
Dorchester, MA
Monday, February 13, 2012, 1:30 – 3:30pm

Improve your English language skills at the Grove Hall Branch Library's ESL Conversation Group. The ESL Conversation Group meets every Monday from 1:30PM-3PM.

Library: Grove Hall
Neighborhood: Dorchester
Type of Event: ESOL / Literacy
Cost: Free
Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34), College Students, Adults, Seniors, Visitors

Teen Gaming

2012-02-13T19:00:00Z

Hyde Park Branch of the Boston Public Library
35 Harvard Avenue Hyde Park, MA 02136
Monday, February 13, 2012, 2 – 4pm

Teen gaming events for the Wii and PC. Card and board games are also welcome. Current favorites include Guitar Hero series, Mario Brothers, and Wii Sports. Games for PC to include Age of Empires series and MS Combat flight Simulator 3. Event may be cancelled for holidays and staff availability. Please call ahead.

Library: Hyde Park
Neighborhood: Hyde Park
Cost: Free
Audience: Teens (Ages 13-18)

Monday Matinees

2012-02-13T19:00:00Z

Adams Street Branch Boston Public Library
690 Adams Street
Dorchester, MA 02122
Monday, February 13, 2012, 2 – 4pm

Monday February 6, 2012 The Mistress fo spices (2005, 92 min.) with Aishwarya Rai & Dylan McDermott.

A beautiful young Indian woman with the gift to “see” into people’s desires, is sent to San Francisco to run a shop whose magical spices work wonders for her customers.

Monday February 13, 2012 Mississippi Masala (1991, 118 min.) with Sarita Choudhury & Denzel Washington

An Indian family is expelled from Uganda when Idi Amin takes power. They move to Mississippi and time passes. The Indian daughter falls in love with a black man, and the respective families have to come to terms with it.

Monday February 27, 2012 A Passage to India (1984, 164 min.) with Judy Davis, Peggy Ashcroft, James Fox & Alec Guinnes

A lush film based on E.M. Forster’s classic novel is an emotional and deeply personal story of love and class struggle in 1928 India.

Library: Adams
Neighborhood: Dorchester
Type of Event: Film
Cost: Free
Audience: College Students, Adults, Seniors

Art and Architecture Tour

2012-02-13T19:30:00Z

Boston Public Library
Central Library in Copley Square
700 Boylston Street
Monday, February 13, 2012, 2:30 – 3:30pm

The Boston Public Library offers free tours highlighting the architecture of Charles Follen McKim and Philip Johnson, as well as the many works of famed sculptors and painters. The tours last about an hour. They are led by volunteers and begin at the Dartmouth Street entrance of the Central Library in Copley Square. No appointment is necessary.

The full schedule of Art & Architecture tours is Mondays at 2:30 p.m., Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m., Wednesdays at 11 a.m.; Thursdays at 6:00 p.m.; Fridays at 11:00 a.m., and Saturdays at 11:00 a.m. and Sundays at 2:00 p.m.

Library: Central Library
Neighborhood: Back Bay
Type of Event: Tours / City Exploration
Cost: free
Audience: College Students, Adults, Seniors, Visitors

Figuring Out My New Gadget

2012-02-13T19:30:00Z

Boston Public Library
Central Library in Copley Square
Training Lab
700 Boylston Street
Monday, February 13, 2012, 2:30 – 3:30pm

You've just gotten a new electronic gadget, and you have no idea how to start using it. Or, you've got it turned on, but aren't sure what to do next. Bring your fully-charged gadget, the box it came in and all the manuals to this class and the instructor will try to get you going and answer your questions. Note: Some gadgets require being connected to a personal computer and may not be able to be made fully operational during class. Limit: 16

Library: Central Library
Neighborhood: Back Bay
Type of Event: Workshops & Classes
Cost: Free
Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Adults, Seniors

Homework Assistance Program (HAP)

2012-02-13T20:00:00Z

Washington Village Branch
Boston Public Library
Monday, February 13, 2012, 3 – 4pm

Trained mentors offer homework help when Boston Public Schools are in full session.

Library: Washington Village
Neighborhood: South Boston
Type of Event: Workshops & Classes
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 6-12)
More info: www.bpl.org…

English Conversation group

2012-02-13T20:15:00Z

65 Warren Street
Roxbury
Monday, February 13, 2012, 3:15 – 4:45pm

A native English speaker leads ESL students and new English speakers in practicing English in an informal group setting. No registration is required.

Library: Dudley Literacy Center
Neighborhood: Dorchester, Roxbury
Type of Event: ESOL / Literacy, Social Networking
Cost: Free
Audience: Adults

Homework Assistance Program (HAP)

2012-02-13T20:30:00Z

All locations
of the Boston Public Library
Monday, February 13, 2012, 3:30 – 5:30pm

Trained mentors offer homework help when Boston Public Schools are in full session.

Library: Adams, Brighton, Charlestown, Codman Square, Connolly, East Boston, Egleston Square, Faneuil, Fields Corner, Grove Hall, Honan-Allston, Hyde Park, Jamaica Plain, Lower Mills, Mattapan, North End, Orient Heights, Parker Hill, Roslindale, South Boston, South End, Uphams Corner, West Roxbury
Neighborhood: Mattapan
Type of Event: Workshops & Classes
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 6-12)
More info: www.bpl.org…

Hot Chocolate and a Movie

2012-02-13T20:30:00Z

Central Library
700 Boylston Street 02116
Rabb Lecture Hall
Monday, February 13, 2012, 3:30pm

Enjoy a steaming cup of hot chocolate and watch the movie Honey.

Library: Central Library
Neighborhood: Back Bay
Type of Event: Film
Cost: Free
Audience: Teens (Ages 13-18)
More info: www.bplteenblog.wordpress.com

Drop-In Craft for Valentine's Day

2012-02-13T20:30:00Z

Fields Corner Branch of the Boston Public Library
1520 Dorchester Avenue, Dorchester, 02122
Monday, February 13, 2012, 3:30 – 4:30pm

Stop by the library after school to make a Valentine's Day card for someone special.

Library: Fields Corner
Neighborhood: Dorchester
Type of Event: Arts & Crafts
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 6-12)

Hearts and Crafts: a Drop-in craft party

2012-02-13T20:30:00Z

Lower Mills Branch
Boston Public Library
27 Richmond Street
Dorchester, MA 02124
Monday, February 13, 2012, 3:30 – 5:30pm

Drop by the Lower Mills branch library for some treats and make a Valentine craft.

Library: Lower Mills
Neighborhood: Dorchester
Type of Event: Arts & Crafts, Holiday
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18)

Chocolate Valentine's Hearts

2012-02-13T20:30:00Z

Uphams Corner Branch of the Boston Public Library
500 Columbia Rd
Dorchester, MA 02125
Monday, February 13, 2012, 3:30 – 4:30pm

We'll make and decorate delicious chocolate hearts to share with your valentine - or to enjoy yourself. Groups please call ahead.

Library: Uphams Corner
Neighborhood: Dorchester
Type of Event: Arts & Crafts, Holiday
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), Families

Ted D'Amato Chess Club with Charlie the Chess Master

2012-02-13T20:30:00Z

West Roxbury Branch of the Boston Public Library
1961 Centre Street
West Roxbury MA, 02132
Monday, February 13, 2012, 3:30 – 5:30pm

For youth ages 6-18. Moderator: Chessmaster Charlie Cleary

Library: West Roxbury
Neighborhood: West Roxbury
Type of Event: Workshops & Classes
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students

Creative Drama Class

2012-02-13T21:00:00Z

Honan-Allston Branch of the Boston Public Library
300 North Harvard Street
Allston, MA 02134
Monday, February 13, 2012, 4 – 5pm

Come have fun with improvisation, role-playing and storytelling in this weekly drama workshop. Read books and create ideas and activities from the reading with Ann Adams. For kids ages 8 to 11.

Library: Honan-Allston
Neighborhood: Allston
Type of Event: Workshops & Classes
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 6-12)

Practice Speaking English

2012-02-13T21:00:00Z

South End Branch of the Boston Public Library
685 Tremont Street
Boston
Monday, February 13, 2012, 4 – 5:30pm

Practice speaking English in a friendly and informal setting with native
English speakers. All levels are welcome.

Library: South End
Neighborhood: South End
Type of Event: ESOL / Literacy
Cost: Free
Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34), College Students, Adults, Seniors, Visitors

MBTA Public Meeting

2012-02-13T23:00:00Z

Rabb Lecture Hall
Central Library in Copley Square
700 Boylston Street
Boston MA 02116
Monday, February 13, 2012, 6 – 8:30pm

The public is invited to attend a public workshop to share comments and discuss suggestions with MBTA officials regarding decisions that will be made in the next few months resulting in significant impacts on fares and service. The public hearings will be an opportunity to offer recorded comments (a court reporter will be present at the public hearings to record comments). Comments at all meetings will be considered by MBTA staff members and the board of directors for further action.

Library: Central Library
Neighborhood: Back Bay
Type of Event: Community / Civic Meeting
Cost: Free
Audience: Adults, Seniors
More info: mbta.com…

Monday Night Film Series: Black and Beautiful: Celebrating African American Actresses

2012-02-13T23:00:00Z

Central Library in Copley Square
Boston Room
700 Boylston Street
Boston, MA 02116
Monday, February 13, 2012, 6pm

What’s Love Got To Do With It (1993, 118 minutes) Please note room change to Boston Room for this date only.
Directed by Brian Gibson.
A film about the singer Tina Turner, how she rose to stardom and broke free from her abusive husband. Starring Angela Bassett. This film series is part of the Boston Public Library celebration of Black History Month.

Library: Central Library
Neighborhood: Back Bay
Type of Event: Film
Cost: Free
Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34), College Students, Adults, Seniors, Businesses, Visitors

ESL Conversation Group

2012-02-13T23:00:00Z

Brighton Library
40 Academy Hill Road
Brighton, MA. 02135
Monday, February 13, 2012, 6 – 7pm

An ESL group meets every Monday and Thursday at 6 p.m.

Library: Brighton
Neighborhood: Brighton
Type of Event: ESOL / Literacy
Cost: Free
Audience: Adults

Book Discussion

2012-02-13T23:15:00Z

Honan-Allston Branch of the Boston Public Library
300 North Harvard Street
Allston, MA 02134
Monday, February 13, 2012, 6:15 – 7:30pm

Wide Sargasso Sea by Jean Rhys is the book for February's discussions

Library: Honan-Allston
Neighborhood: Allston
Type of Event: Book Group
Cost: Free
Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34), College Students, Adults, Seniors

Conversation with Friends

2012-02-13T23:30:00Z

276 Meridian Street
Monday, February 13, 2012, 6:30 – 7:30pm

Practice speaking English in an informal setting.

Library: East Boston
Neighborhood: East Boston
Type of Event: ESOL / Literacy, Workshops & Classes
Audience: Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Adults, Seniors, Families, Businesses, Visitors

ESL Intermediate 1 English Class

2012-02-14T15:00:00Z

Dudley Literacy Center
of the Boston Public Library
65 Warren Street
Roxbury, MA 02119
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 10am – 1pm

This is an ESL Intermediate 1 English class for people with high-beginning to intermediate English comprehension. Class size is limited. Registration is required. To register and for more information, please visit us, or call 617-859-2446, or email mmurray@bpl.org.

Library: Dudley Literacy Center
Neighborhood: Roxbury
Type of Event: ESOL / Literacy, Workshops & Classes
Cost: Free
Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Adults

Reading Readiness Winter Story Time

2012-02-14T15:30:00Z

Connolly Branch
of the Boston Public Library
433 Centre Street
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 10:30 – 11:30am

For children ages 2 - 4 with an adult. In this weekly story time, we will explore concepts needed before a chld learns to read. We will share stories, songs and movement and play with educational games. Please register in advance.

Library: Connolly
Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain
Type of Event: Story Time
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5)
More info: www.bpl.org

Preschool Films

2012-02-14T15:30:00Z

65 Warren Street
Roxbury
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 10:30 – 11:30am

On Tuesdays at 10:30 am, bring your child to the Dudley library for a preschool film. Be sure to call in advance to verify that this event has not been rescheduled or canceled.

Library: Dudley
Neighborhood: Roxbury
Type of Event: Film
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5)

Preschool Story Time

2012-02-14T15:30:00Z

Egleston Square Branch of the Boston Public Library
2044 Columbus Avenue
Roxbury, MA 02119
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 10:30 – 11:15am

Books, songs and stories to encourage literacy for children 3 to 5.

Library: Egleston Square
Neighborhood: Roxbury
Type of Event: Story Time
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5)
More info: www.bpl.org…

Preschool Valentine's Day Story time and Craft

2012-02-14T15:30:00Z

Grove Hall Branch of the Boston Public Library
41 Geneva Avenue
Dorchester, MA
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 10:30 – 11:15am

Preschoolers are welcome to come celebrate a day of fun and friendship at the library. Space is limited, registration is required.

Library: Grove Hall
Neighborhood: Dorchester
Type of Event: Arts & Crafts, Story Time
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5)

Preschool Story Time

2012-02-14T15:30:00Z

Hyde Park Branch of the Boston Public Library
35 Harvard Avenue
02136
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 10:30 – 11:15am

Children, ages 2-5, and a caregiver are welcome to join us for stories and a simple paper craft. Free and open to the public. No registration required.

Library: Hyde Park
Neighborhood: Hyde Park
Type of Event: Story Time
Cost: Free

Toddler/Preschool Story Time: Hugs and Kisses

2012-02-14T15:30:00Z

Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library
12 Sedgwick Street
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 10:30 – 11:15am

Happy Valentine's Day. We'll read Hug and other cuddly tales followed by some Valentine crafting. For children ages 18 months-5 years.

Library: Jamaica Plain
Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain
Type of Event: Arts & Crafts, Story Time
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5)

Preschool Circle Time

2012-02-14T15:30:00Z

Lower Mills Branch
Boston Public Library
27 Richmond Street
Dorchester, MA 02124
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 10:30 – 11:30am

Join us for preschool stories and songs.

Library: Lower Mills
Neighborhood: Dorchester
Type of Event: Story Time
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5)

Toddler Story Time

2012-02-14T15:30:00Z

North End Branch
of the Boston Public Library
25 Parmenter Street
Boston, MA 02113
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 10:30 – 11am

30 minutes of rhymes, stories, and movement for those ages 1 - 3 years accompanied by a caregiver. No sign-up necessary.

Library: North End
Neighborhood: North End
Type of Event: Story Time
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5)

Toddler Playgroup

2012-02-14T15:30:00Z

Orient Heights Branch of the Boston Public Library
18 Barnes Avenue, East Boston, MA 02128
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 10:30am

An opportunity for toddlers to practice motor and social skills in a safe environment. For ages 12-36 months and their caregivers.

Library: Orient Heights
Neighborhood: East Boston
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5)

Valentine's Day Story Time

2012-02-14T15:30:00Z

South Boston Branch of the Boston Public Library
646 East Broadway
South Boston, MA 02127
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 10:30am

Join us on Valentine's Day to read stories and learn all about the holiday.

Library: South Boston
Neighborhood: South Boston
Type of Event: Story Time
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12)

Family Story Time

2012-02-14T15:30:00Z

Uphams Corner Branch of the Boston Public Library
500 Columbia Rd
Dorchester, MA 02125
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 10:30 – 11:30am

Pre-reading children and their parents or caregivers are invited to join us on Tuesday mornings at 10:30. Together we will read stories, sing songs, do rhymes and fingerplays, and have fun. Story time lasts about 20 to 30 minutes and is followed by a craft and an open playtime.

Library: Uphams Corner
Neighborhood: Dorchester
Type of Event: Arts & Crafts, Story Time
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Families

Preschool Storyhour

2012-02-14T15:30:00Z

151 Cambridge Street
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 10:30 – 11:30am

for children ages 3 to 5 accompanied by an adult.

Library: West End
Neighborhood: Downtown, West End
Type of Event: Arts (Performing)
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5)

Toddler Story Time -- Winter Session

2012-02-14T15:30:00Z

Adams Street Branch Boston Public Library
690 Adams Street
Dorchester, MA 02122
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 10:30 – 11:15am

Stories, songs, games & crafts especially chosen for children ages 2 to 4. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Library: Adams
Neighborhood: Dorchester
Type of Event: Story Time
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5)

Mixed Age Story Hour

2012-02-14T15:30:00Z

Charlestown Branch of the Boston Public Library
179 Main Street
Charlestown
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 10:30am

Story time for all ages. We'll be reading books singing songs and doing fingerplays to explore the world of books.

Library: Charlestown
Neighborhood: Charlestown
Type of Event: Story Time
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5)

Baby Story Time

2012-02-14T16:00:00Z

North End Branch
of the Boston Public Library
25 Parmenter Street
Boston, MA 02113
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 11 – 11:25am

25 minutes of bounces, wiggles, and songs for those birth to 1 year accompanied by a caregiver. No sign-up required.

Library: North End
Neighborhood: North End
Type of Event: Story Time
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5)

Preschool Story Time

2012-02-14T16:00:00Z

Codman Square Branch of the Boston Public Library
690 Washington Street
Dorchester, MA 02124
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 11am – 12pm

If your child is between the ages of 3 and 5, bring them to the Codman Square branch library for story time. Be sure to call in advance to verify that this event has not been reschedule or canceled.

Library: Codman Square
Neighborhood: Dorchester
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5)

Think Pink! Adult Film Series

2012-02-14T18:00:00Z

South Boston Branch of the Boston Public Library
646 East Broadway
South Boston, MA 02127
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 1pm

The Think Pink! Adult Film Series Features Peter Sellers starring as the inept French police officer, Inspector Clouseau.

February 7: The Pink Panther
February 14: A Shot in the Dark
February 21: The Return of the Pink Panther
February 28: The Pink Panther Strikes Again

Library: South Boston
Neighborhood: South Boston
Type of Event: Film
Cost: Free
Audience: Adults, Seniors

Volunteering: Making It Work For You

2012-02-14T18:30:00Z

Dudley Branch Boston Public Library
65 Warren Street
Roxbury, MA 02119
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 1:30 – 3pm

This is a free workshop for adults interested in learning about the benefits of strategic volunteering and how it can eventually lead to paid employment. Workshop leader and A.B.L.E. Volunteers Acting Program Manager, Donna Scarlett will share strategies she uses when matching adults to skills-based strategic volunteer positions in the Greater Boston area and the resulting success stories. This workshop is sponsored by Operation A.B.L.E. (Ability Based on Long Experience) of Greater Boston, Inc.

Library: Dudley
Neighborhood: Roxbury
Type of Event: Workshops & Classes
Cost: Free
Audience: Adults

ESL Conversation Group

2012-02-14T18:30:00Z

Honan-Allston Branch of the Boston Public Library
300 North Harvard Street
Allston, MA 02134
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 1:30 – 3pm

Library: Honan-Allston
Neighborhood: Allston
Type of Event: ESOL / Literacy, Social Networking
Cost: Free
Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34), College Students, Adults, Seniors

Chess and Checkers with Charlie

2012-02-14T19:00:00Z

Hyde Park Branch of the Boston Public Library
35 Harvard Avenue
02136
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 2 – 5:30pm

Learn chess and checkers with experienced instructor Charlie Cleary. All skill levels are invited to participate. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hyde Park Branch Library.

Library: Hyde Park
Neighborhood: Hyde Park
Type of Event: Workshops & Classes
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 6-12)

Valentine's Day Craft

2012-02-14T19:00:00Z

Mattapan Branch of the Boston Public Library
1350 Blue Hill Avenue
Mattapan 02126
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 2 – 4pm

Join Miss Meghan in the Children's Room where she'll help you make some of the sweetest Valentine's you've ever seen.

Library: Mattapan
Neighborhood: Mattapan
Type of Event: Arts & Crafts, Holiday
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12)

Valentine's Day Teen Craft

2012-02-14T19:00:00Z

Mattapan Branch of the Boston Public Library
1350 Blue Hill Avenue
Mattapan 02126
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 2 – 4pm

Join us on Valentine's Day as we learn how to make Friendship Bracelets or Friendship Necklaces. Give your finished product to someone special or keep it for yourself.

Library: Mattapan
Neighborhood: Mattapan
Type of Event: Arts & Crafts
Cost: Free
Audience: Teens (Ages 13-18)

Using your Gmail Account: the Basics

2012-02-14T19:30:00Z

Boston Public Library
Central Library in Copley Square
Training Lab
700 Boylston Street
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 2:30 – 3:30pm

Learn to use your Gmail account. By the end of the workshop you will be able to read, send and add attachments to your emails.
Prerequisite: A Gmail account

Library: Central Library
Neighborhood: Back Bay
Type of Event: Workshops & Classes
Cost: Free
Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34), College Students, Adults, Seniors

Creative Drama

2012-02-14T19:45:00Z

Parker Hill Branch
Boston Public Library
1497 Tremont Street
Roxbury 02120
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 2:45 – 3:45pm

Come have fun with improvisation, role-playing, and storytelling in this drop-in workshop led by Ann Adams of Library Creative Drama, Inc. We'll read books and create fun activities from the stories. For children ages 8-12. Groups cannot be accommodated.

Library: Parker Hill
Neighborhood: Mission Hill
Type of Event: Book Group, Story Time, Workshops & Classes
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 6-12)

Creative Drama at the Library

2012-02-14T20:00:00Z

Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library
12 Sedgwick Street
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 3 – 4pm

Children, ages 7-12, are invited to join Creative Drama at the Library on Tuesdays from 3-4 p.m. Zohar Fuller of Library Creative Drama, Inc will be directing the program which will include improv drama, storytelling theater, and lots of imagination. No previous theater necessary.

Library: Jamaica Plain
Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain
Type of Event: Arts (Performing), Theatre
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 6-12)

Homework Assistance Program (HAP)

2012-02-14T20:00:00Z

Washington Village Branch
Boston Public Library
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 3 – 4pm

Trained mentors offer homework help when Boston Public Schools are in full session.

Library: Washington Village
Neighborhood: South Boston
Type of Event: Workshops & Classes
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 6-12)
More info: www.bpl.org…

Homework Assistance Program (HAP)

2012-02-14T20:30:00Z

All locations
of the Boston Public Library
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 3:30 – 5:30pm

Trained mentors offer homework help when Boston Public Schools are in full session.

Library: Adams, Brighton, Charlestown, Codman Square, Connolly, East Boston, Egleston Square, Faneuil, Fields Corner, Grove Hall, Honan-Allston, Hyde Park, Jamaica Plain, Lower Mills, Mattapan, North End, Orient Heights, Parker Hill, Roslindale, South Boston, South End, Uphams Corner, West Roxbury
Neighborhood: Mattapan
Type of Event: Workshops & Classes
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 6-12)
More info: www.bpl.org…

Valentine's Day Story Craft Hour

2012-02-14T21:00:00Z

Faneuil Branch of the Boston Public Library
419 Faneuil Street
Brighton, MA
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 4 – 4:45pm

Come listen to some friendship stories and create your own sparkly Valentine.

Library: Faneuil
Neighborhood: Brighton
Type of Event: Arts & Crafts, Story Time
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12)

ESL Conversation Group

2012-02-14T21:00:00Z

Honan-Allston Branch of the Boston Public Library
300 North Harvard Street
Allston, MA 02134
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 4 – 5:30pm

Library: Honan-Allston
Neighborhood: Allston
Type of Event: ESOL / Literacy, Social Networking
Cost: Free
Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34), College Students, Adults, Seniors

Valentine's Bingo

2012-02-14T21:30:00Z

North End Branch
of the Boston Public Library
25 Parmenter Street
Boston, MA 02113
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 4:30 – 5:15pm

Play Valentine's Bingo for a sweet treat. Ages 5 and up. No sign-up required.

Library: North End
Neighborhood: North End
Type of Event: Holiday
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12)

Family Movie Night

2012-02-14T22:30:00Z

Mattapan Branch of the Boston Public Library
1350 Blue Hill Avenue
Mattapan 02126
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 5:30 – 7:30pm

Join us in the Children's Room and celebrate Black History Month as we watch "The Princess & the Frog."

Library: Mattapan
Neighborhood: Mattapan
Type of Event: Film
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 6-12), Families

Art and Architecture Tour

2012-02-14T23:00:00Z

Boston Public Library
Central Library in Copley Square
700 Boylston Street
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 6 – 7pm

The Boston Public Library offers free tours highlighting the architecture of Charles Follen McKim and Philip Johnson, as well as the many works of famed sculptors and painters. The tours last about an hour. They are led by volunteers and begin at the Dartmouth Street entrance of the Central Library in Copley Square. No appointment is necessary.

The full schedule of Art & Architecture tours is Mondays at 2:30 p.m., Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m., Wednesdays at 11 a.m.; Thursdays at 6:00 p.m.; Fridays at 11:00 a.m., and Saturdays at 11:00 a.m. and Sundays at 2:00 p.m.

Library: Central Library
Neighborhood: Back Bay
Type of Event: Tours / City Exploration
Cost: free
Audience: College Students, Adults, Seniors, Visitors

Opera Night: The Barber of Seville

2012-02-14T23:00:00Z

Rabb Lecture Hall
Central Library in Copley Square
700 Boylston Street
Boston MA 02116
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 6 – 7pm

Rossini composed one of the greatest comic operas of all time, but did its disastrous premiere predict his retreat from music? Playwright Beaumarchais was proud of Figaro—but was Rossini secretly ashamed of being a musical “factotum”? Opera Night at the BPL returns with audience favorite Thomas Connolly of Suffolk University exploring these questions and a mini-performance by a member of the cast of Boston Lyric Opera’s The Barber of Seville.

Library: Central Library
Neighborhood: Back Bay
Type of Event: Concerts / Live Music, Talks & Lectures
Cost: Free
Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34), College Students, Adults, Seniors

Hatha Yoga

2012-02-14T23:30:00Z

Fields Corner Branch of the Boston Public Library
1520 Dorchester Avenue, Dorchester, 02122
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 6:30 – 7:30pm

Free Hatha Yoga class taught by integral yoga instructor Alicia Zipp. Please note that there will be no class on February 7th and March 13th.

Library: Fields Corner
Neighborhood: Dorchester
Type of Event: Health, Workshops & Classes
Cost: Free
Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34), College Students, Adults, Seniors

College Nights at the Frog Pond

2012-02-15T00:00:00Z

Boston Common‎ Frog Pond
148 Tremont Street
Boston, MA 02108
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 7 – 9pm

Students from all Boston colleges are invited to come down for ice skating at a special price of only $2 (rental skates available on-site).

Contact: 617-635-2121
Cost: $2
Audience: Businesses
Neighborhood: Downtown
MBTA: Green or Red line to Park Street
Type of Event: Holiday
More info: www.bostonfrogpond.com…

Basic Computer Workshops

2012-02-15T15:00:00Z

65 Warren Street
Roxbury
Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10am – 12pm

Workshops for those who have never used a computer or have little experience. A series of four classes begin at the start of each month. Please register by phone or in person.

Library: Dudley Literacy Center
Neighborhood: Roxbury
Type of Event: Workshops & Classes
Cost: Free
Audience: Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Adults, Seniors, Families, Visitors

ESL Intermediate 2 English Class

2012-02-15T15:00:00Z

Dudley Literacy Center
of the Boston Public Library
65 Warren Street
Roxbury, MA 02119
Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10am – 1pm

This is an ESL Intermediate 2 English class for people with high-beginning to intermediate English comprehension. Class size is limited. Registration is required. To register and for more information, please visit us, or call 617-859-2446, or email mmurray@bpl.org.

Library: Dudley Literacy Center
Neighborhood: Roxbury
Type of Event: ESOL / Literacy, Workshops & Classes
Cost: Free
Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Adults

Playful Paws Playgroups

2012-02-15T15:15:00Z

Meeting Barn at Franklin Park Zoo
Franklin Park Zoo
1 Columbia Road Entrance
Boston, MA 02121
Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10:15 – 11am

Get out of the house and bring your little one (18 months – 3 years) to the Zoo for some open play and animal exploration at the Playful Paws playgroups! Each class may include storytimes, animal encounters, biofacts, simple crafts and more!. Classes are offered at Franklin Park Zoo and Stone Zoo.

One of these Animals is not like the Other: meets every Wednesday in February, except February 22, from 10:15 – 11:00 a.m. in the Meeting Barn at Franklin Park Zoo

Cost: $8 for members/$10 for non-members (per adult/child pair) and pre-registration is required
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5)
MBTA: Buses 14, 22, 28, 29, 45

Fun with Books

2012-02-15T15:25:00Z

Mattapan Branch of the Boston Public Library
1350 Blue Hill Avenue
Mattapan 02126
Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10:25 – 11:25am

Kids up to age 3 with parents and caregivers join Kate and Nicole for storythemed songs, finger plays and a simple craft. Partnership with Mattapan Branch Libraryand Early Intervention. Open to all.

Library: Mattapan
Neighborhood: Mattapan
Type of Event: Story Time
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5)

Children's Films

2012-02-15T15:30:00Z

Connolly Branch Boston Public Library
433 Centre Street
Jamaica Plain,
Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10:30 – 11:15am

Short, fun films for young children. Groups Welcome.

Library: Connolly
Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain
Type of Event: Film
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5)

Story Time

2012-02-15T15:30:00Z

Dudley Branch Boston Public Library
65 Warren Street
Roxbury, MA 02119
Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10:30 – 11:30am

Bring your child to the Dudley library for story time. Pre-registration is required. Be sure to call in advance to verify that this event has not been rescheduled or canceled.

Library: Dudley
Neighborhood: Roxbury
Type of Event: Story Time
Cost: free
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12)

Preschool Story Time

2012-02-15T15:30:00Z

East Boston Branch Library
276 Meridian Street
East Boston, MA 02128
Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10:30 – 11:30am

Stories, songs and fingerplays for young children and their adults.

Library: East Boston
Neighborhood: East Boston
Type of Event: Story Time
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5)

Lapsit Story Time

2012-02-15T15:30:00Z

Faneuil Branch of the Boston Public Library
419 Faneuil Street
Brighton, MA
Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10:30 – 11am

Stories, songs, and finger rhymes for children ages 0-2.

Library: Faneuil
Neighborhood: Brighton
Type of Event: Story Time
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5)

Preschool Films and Fun

2012-02-15T15:30:00Z

1520 Dorchester Avenue
Dorchester
Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10:30 – 11:30am

Preschool fun for kids ages 2 and up.

Library: Fields Corner
Neighborhood: Dorchester
Type of Event: Film
Cost: free
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5)

Preschool Story Time

2012-02-15T15:30:00Z

Hyde Park Branch of the Boston Public Library
35 Harvard Avenue
02136
Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10:30 – 11:15am

Children, ages 2-5, and a caregiver are welcome to join us for stories and a simple paper craft. Free and open to the public. No registration required.

Library: Hyde Park
Neighborhood: Hyde Park
Type of Event: Story Time
Cost: Free

Babies and Books @ the Library

2012-02-15T15:30:00Z

Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Library
12 Sedgwick Street
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10:30 – 10:55am

Babies, ages 6-18 months and their caregivers, are invited to join us for stories, rhymes, and lots of songs!

Library: Jamaica Plain
Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain
Type of Event: Story Time
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5)

Drum & Folktales Presented by Brother Rumas

2012-02-15T15:30:00Z

Lower Mills Branch
Boston Public Library
27 Richmond Street
Dorchester, MA 02124
Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10:30 – 11:30am

Join us for a morning of drums and folktales presented by Brother Rumas of Life Symphony, Inc. February is Black History Month.

Library: Lower Mills
Neighborhood: Dorchester
Type of Event: Concerts / Live Music, Story Time
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12)
More info: www.lifesymphonyinc.com…

Preschool Story Time

2012-02-15T15:30:00Z

Orient Heights Branch of the Boston Public Library
18 Barnes Avenue, East Boston, MA 02128
Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10:30am

Stories, songs, and crafts for ages 2.5-5 and their caregivers.

Library: Orient Heights
Neighborhood: East Boston
Type of Event: Story Time
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5)

Children's Films

2012-02-15T15:30:00Z

South Boston Branch of the Boston Public Library
646 East Broadway
South Boston, MA 02127
Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10:30am

Come enjoy an entertaining film every other Wednesday at 10:30am and again at 12pm. Groups are welcome.

Library: South Boston
Neighborhood: South Boston
Type of Event: Film
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12)

Preschool Story Time

2012-02-15T15:30:00Z

South End Branch of the Boston Public Library
685 Tremont Street
Boston
Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10:30 – 11:15am

Stories and a craft suitable for preschoolers.
Themes vary with season. Reading readiness activities are included.

Library: South End
Neighborhood: South End
Type of Event: Story Time
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5)

Preschool Story Time

2012-02-15T15:30:00Z

Brighton Branch of the Boston Public Library
40 Academy Hill Road
Brighton, MA 02135
Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10:30am

Stories and a simple craft for children ages 3-5 with a caregiver.

Library: Brighton
Neighborhood: Brighton
Type of Event: Story Time
Cost: Free
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5)