New & Noteworthy

  • Summer Programs at the BPL
    Now through August, experience "Summer in the City" with the BPL with programs systemwide for children and teens, the Read Your Way to Fenway summer reading contest and "Passport" program for youth, and a "Bingo" contest for adults.
  • Arts Department Move
    BPL’s Arts Department at the Central Library in Copley Square is closed through Friday, June 23 while the department is relocated to another part of the building. During this move arts materials, including city blueprints and special collections, will be unavailable. We anticipate reopening the Arts Department in its new location in the Washington Room on the second floor of the McKim building on Saturday, June 24 at 9 a.m.
  • Parker Hill Branch Temporary Closure for Improvements
    The Parker Hill Branch of the Boston Public Library will close on Saturday, July 1, with the last day of service June 30, for approximately one year for needed exterior and interior building repairs and improvements. Learn more about these improvements here.

Events

June23

Concert in the Courtyard: Francisco Roldán

Friday, June 23, 12:30 p.m.
McKim Courtyard, Central Library in Copley Square

Colombian-born guitarist Francisco Roldán presents a concert of lyrical, rhythmic, and sensual music by Central and South American composers on the classical guitar.

June26

DIY Galaxy Dough

Monday, June 26, 3:30 p.m.
Uphams Corner Branch

Children ages 6 and older make galaxy dough using household materials and glitter.

June27

South End Writes Presents Katherine Nichols

Tuesday, June 27, 6:30 p.m.
South End Branch

Katherine Nichols reads from her new book Deep Water, a nonfiction narrative. Sponsored by the Friends of the South End Library.

June28

Concert in the Courtyard: Aliya Cycon Project

Wednesday, June 28, 6 p.m.
McKim Courtyard, Central Library in Copley Square

Led by the first female ‘oud player to graduate Berklee College of Music, Aliya Cycon Project (ACP) blends Aliya Cycon’s soulful compositions with characteristics of traditional Arabic music.

June29

Museum of Science: Science Magic!

Thursday, June 29, 2 p.m.
Faneuil Branch

As part of our Summer Programs, kids explore the science behind magic tricks. Please call 617.782.6705 to register. Click here for more Museum of Science programs.