Older Adults
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While You Wait For... The Deal
Try one of these romance novels where true love comes with skates, sticks and pucks. They're similar to The Deal, but come without the wait!
Great Light Novels for Adults to Deep-Dive Into
Check out these detailed, character-driven, and beautifully illustrated novels to escape or find yourself in this or another world today!
Mel Brooks Centennial
Film director and professional funny man Mel Brooks turned 100 on June 28, 2026. Spend some time with some of his films and biographies.
While You Wait For... The Deal
Try one of these romance novels where true love comes with skates, sticks and pucks. They're similar to The Deal, but come without the wait!
Great Light Novels for Adults to Deep-Dive Into
Check out these detailed, character-driven, and beautifully illustrated novels to escape or find yourself in this or another world today!
Mel Brooks Centennial
Film director and professional funny man Mel Brooks turned 100 on June 28, 2026. Spend some time with some of his films and biographies.
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Intro to Disability History (Online and In-Person Options)
In this interactive workshop, participants will learn about ten key moments in disability history, ranging from the 1800s to the present.
Celebrate Juneteenth with the Boston Public Library
Join us for special programming at the Library including workshops, lectures, film screenings, and more.
American Sign Language (ASL) at the Library: Signing Rocks!
Join us for a popular “Anything Goes” event that will get you excited about learning American Sign Language (ASL).
Intro to Disability History (Online and In-Person Options)
In this interactive workshop, participants will learn about ten key moments in disability history, ranging from the 1800s to the present.
Celebrate Juneteenth with the Boston Public Library
Join us for special programming at the Library including workshops, lectures, film screenings, and more.
American Sign Language (ASL) at the Library: Signing Rocks!
Join us for a popular “Anything Goes” event that will get you excited about learning American Sign Language (ASL).
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Queer Lit Review: July 2026
This month: a lesbian Paris romance, a 35-year-old on a hike for queer women, a baseball player upset his rival has joined the team.
The Cushmans of Mount Auburn
Let us look at the residents of Lot 4236 on Palm Avenue, starting with Ms. Cushman herself.
Queer Lit Review: June 2026
This month: hockey rivals find love, a gender queer prince finds a friend in his dressmaker, and a wolf is in need of rescue from his king
Queer Lit Review: July 2026
This month: a lesbian Paris romance, a 35-year-old on a hike for queer women, a baseball player upset his rival has joined the team.
The Cushmans of Mount Auburn
Let us look at the residents of Lot 4236 on Palm Avenue, starting with Ms. Cushman herself.
Queer Lit Review: June 2026
This month: hockey rivals find love, a gender queer prince finds a friend in his dressmaker, and a wolf is in need of rescue from his king