Older Adults
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18 Books About the Boston Marathon, Running, and Endurance
Where are you going to be the third Monday of April? For us Bostonians, there's only 26.2 miles where we want to be!
14 Books on the Ups and Downs of Loving Media Passionately
These books explore both the joy and community that fans can find in their favorite fandoms, and the potential dark side of obsession.
15 Books with Librarian Main Characters
Check out these novels starring various different types of librarians!
18 Books About the Boston Marathon, Running, and Endurance
Where are you going to be the third Monday of April? For us Bostonians, there's only 26.2 miles where we want to be!
14 Books on the Ups and Downs of Loving Media Passionately
These books explore both the joy and community that fans can find in their favorite fandoms, and the potential dark side of obsession.
15 Books with Librarian Main Characters
Check out these novels starring various different types of librarians!
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Female Private Investigators: 11 Books Written by Women
Here are eleven women private investigators finding themselves neck-deep in danger and determined to find out the truth, no matter what.
Declarations: Printing a New Nation
April 11, 2026 - September 13, 2026
This exhibition features original copies of the Declaration of Independence, rare maps, and other materials from the Boston Public Library.
Using Newspapers to Research Your Ancestors
Apr 16th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Online Event
Did you know there are many things besides obituaries in newspapers that can help with your research?
Female Private Investigators: 11 Books Written by Women
Here are eleven women private investigators finding themselves neck-deep in danger and determined to find out the truth, no matter what.
Declarations: Printing a New Nation
April 11, 2026 - September 13, 2026
This exhibition features original copies of the Declaration of Independence, rare maps, and other materials from the Boston Public Library.
Using Newspapers to Research Your Ancestors
Apr 16th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Online Event
Did you know there are many things besides obituaries in newspapers that can help with your research?
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Patriots’ Day
Learn about the history of Patriots’ Day, now celebrated with battle reenactments, parades, patriotic decorations, and the Boston Marathon.
Call for Submissions: Writing Your Own Declaration
Our Writing Your Own Declaration workshops invite you to dive deep into self-exploration through public writing.
Writing Your Own Declaration Workshop: A Self-Paced Guide
Read, discuss, and draw inspiration from several pieces of declarative writing that emerged over the course of history.
Patriots’ Day
Learn about the history of Patriots’ Day, now celebrated with battle reenactments, parades, patriotic decorations, and the Boston Marathon.
Call for Submissions: Writing Your Own Declaration
Our Writing Your Own Declaration workshops invite you to dive deep into self-exploration through public writing.
Writing Your Own Declaration Workshop: A Self-Paced Guide
Read, discuss, and draw inspiration from several pieces of declarative writing that emerged over the course of history.