New & Noteworthy

  • Free art & architecture tours of the Central Library in Copley Square are offered once a day. View the schedule.
  • Looking for health coverage via the Affordable Care Act? Visit our medical information quick reference page to link to the Massachusetts Health Connector.
  • The Central Library in Copley Square will be closed Sunday, October 13, and all BPL locations will be closed on Monday, October 14, in observation of Columbus Day.
  • The Uphams Corner Branch will reopen at 10 a.m. on Monday, October 21.
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Collections of Distinction

The Boston Public Library Collections of Distinction are an initial group of eighteen collections that represent the most outstanding, expansive, and renowned of our holdings. Learn more about these treasures and the talented curators who care for them. 

Events

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Book Sale

Saturday, October 5, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
McKim Conference Room B, Central Library in Copley Square

The City-Wide Friends of the Boston Public Library host a book sale, co-sponsored by the Friends of the Egleston Branch.

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Author Talk with Koren Zailckas

Saturday, October 5, 2 p.m.
Commonwealth Salon, Central Library in Copley Square

Koren Zailckas is the author of Mother, Mother, the shattering story of a mother’s love gone too far.

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Over the Rainbow: A Cabaret Show

Saturday, October 5, 2 p.m.
Brighton Branch

Join us for an afternoon of song as we enjoy the hits of Harold Arlen including “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” and “If I Only Had a Brain” from the Wizard of Oz.

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La Piñata: An Introduction to Latin American Culture

Monday, October 7, 5 p.m.
Adams Branch

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, La Piñata will provide children and teens (grades K-8) an introduction to Latin America through a variety of activities. Please register at 617.436.6900. View more La Piñata events here.

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Celebrate Mexico with Veronica Robles

Tuesday, October 8, 4 p.m.
West End Branch

Veronica Robles presents Mexican culture through dance, songs, and costumes to children. Please register at 617.523.3957. Click here to view more of her upcoming appearances.