New & Noteworthy:

  • Summer reading is coming for kids and teens. Have a look at our special summer reading page at www.bpl.org/summer. Details on the annual Read Your Way to Fenway essay contest are available, too.
  • Free art & architecture tours of the Central Library in Copley Square are offered once a day, Monday through Saturday. View the schedule.
  • Visit the library's social media page to find many neighborhood branches and Central Library departments on Facebook, Twitter, and more.

Events

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Black Music Month Celebration

Wednesday, June 19, 6 p.m.
Egleston Square Branch

Celebrate Black Music Month with Skippy White and performances by local singers and dancers. Come and see our new bookdrop.

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Concert in the Courtyard: Wambura Mitaru Synergy

Friday, June 21, 12:30 p.m.
Courtyard, Central Library in Copley Square

A concert led by Kenyan vocalist Wambura Mitaru with South African guitarist Sebastian Reunert and Egyptian percussionist Moez Dawad.

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Your New Device

Monday, June 24, 2:30 p.m.
Training Lab, Central Library in Copley Square

Bring to this class your fully-charged device, the box it came in, and all the manuals. The instructor will try to get you started and answer your questions.

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BPL Board of Trustees Meeting

Tuesday, June 25, 8:30 a.m.
Orientation Room, Central Library in Copley Square

The trustees of the Boston Public Library meet.

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Eric Carle Birthday Party

Tuesday, June 25, 11 a.m.
Charlestown Branch

It’s a birthday party for one of the best authors and illustrators for children. Join in for a story, short movie, and fun.