Volunteer opportunities, meetups, and community events in Medway, MA. Get involved locally.
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Join librarian Wesley Fiorentino for a monthly book discussion at the West End Community Center . This month's selection is The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny by Kiran Desai. You may pick up a copy at the West End B ranch of the Boston Public Library . About the Book : When Sonia and Sunny first...
Come play board games and card games with friends and family at the library! This program is best for children ages 4 and up. Programming at the Boston Public Library is funded through private support. To learn more about supporting the Library, please visit the Boston Public Library Fund's...
Practice speaking English with other adult learners in an informal and friendly group setting. The group is led by a volunteer teacher and will take place in-person. This class requires basic English-speaking skills. Beginner students should contact the Literacy Services department for a list of...
Join us at the library for a fun-filled afternoon of games that include board games, card games, and oversized games of beloved classics. Whether your family prefers board games, card games, or anything in between, we’ve got something everyone will enjoy! Programming at the Boston Public Library is.
A Memory Café is for those living with memory loss, their loved ones, and care partners. Connect with community and engage in a wide range of interesting activities every month! Free light refreshments from home.stead cafe & bakery. Presented by the Age Strong Commission of the City of Boston...
Join us for this afternoon in-person talk in partnership with the Boston Village. Advances in medicine and public health have culminated in people rightly expecting to have a long life. And yet, we almost universally don't want to "get old." Here in the US, being "old" is associated with decline in.
Interested in learning to play chess? Looking for more opportunities to practice or improve your game? Join your neighbors for weekly chess games and instruction. No prior chess experience is necessary. The Chess Club is designed for adults and is facilitated by a volunteer instructor....
Kids of all ages are invited for an afternoon of play! Whether you love classic board games like chess and Chutes and Ladders , dazzling video games like Mario Kart , or a sporty game of ping-pong, we've got something for everyone to play. Bring your friends, or make some new ones! Accessibility...
Learn to play Chess with Kai, an experience Chess player who has competed in many Chess tournaments. Kai will teach moves, provide guidance, and share strategies that will lead to fun and perhaps checkmates! Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability...
Tuesday, September 15 is National Voter Registration Day ! In celebration of this day, stop by the Boylston Street Building Lobby at the Central Library in Copley Square and meet representatives of the City of Boston Election Department . Eligible voters will be able to register to vote, check...
Each month, we will be reading from one of Shakespeare’s plays. Familiarity with the plays will help but all are welcome. This Shakespeare discussion group is facilitated by John Galton. Register at roslindale@bpl.org or call 617-323-2343. John Galton is a retired English teacher with experience at.
Looking to practice your Mandarin Chinese? Come to the Chinatown Branch of the Boston Public Library for a relaxed, in-person conversation group. It's a great opportunity to improve your speaking skills and connect with fellow learners! Programming at the Boston Public Library is funded through...
Charles Cleary (known to Hyde Park generations as Charlie) is ready to play a game of checkers or chess with you, whether you're young or old, a beginner or an experienced player. Have a fun game, and maybe get a pointer or two. You were playing so well, then you made a blunder? Charlie will let...
Looking to practice your Mandarin Chinese? Come to the Peer-Led Mandarin Conversation Circle at the Chinatown Branch of the Boston Public Library for a relaxed, in-person conversation group. It's a great opportunity to improve your speaking skills and connect with fellow learners! Programming at...
NCAA Football: Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Boston College Eagles at Alumni Stadium (Chestnut Hill, MA)
MLB: Los Angeles Angels at Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park
Want to take control of your money but aren't sure where to start? Join us to learn how to build a budget, manage your spending, and save for the future. The Babson Financial Literacy Project (BFLP) is a not-for-profit initiative designed to help individuals acquire the necessary financial...
Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with La Pinata. Rosalba Solis will engage children ages 7-11 years old in fun and easy traditional Meso-American/Aztec music & dance, utilizing authentic percussion and wind instruments. Rosalba will instruct participants in basic movement and music skills.
Join other teens on Tuesday afternoons in our Teen Gaming Club. Play video games, make new friends, build community, and even get help with your homework! Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the...
MLB: Kansas City Royals at Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park
Join us in the Grove Hall Teen Space for a weekly arts program focusing on a new craft each week. Materials will be provided. Space and materials are first come, first served. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language...
Come to the West Roxbury Branch and get creative in the Community Room! Miss Annette will provide the materials and you only need to bring your awesome imagination. We will mainly be upcycling various items such as toilet paper rolls, plastic lids, straws, and more. Accessibility Notice : We strive.
Join us for a fun, interactive outdoor family yoga session, led by Erin Holland from The Family Yoga Project ! This 45-minute class is designed for parents and children ages 3-10 to stretch, move, and connect with one another through breathing exercises, yoga poses, and time for rest. Whether...
Join us in the Grove Hall Teen Space for an afternoon of gaming using our PS5 and/or Switch 2. Up to four players may use the systems at a time, with one hour of play time available per group. Slots will be assigned on a first come, first served basis. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our...
Looking for paper-folding fun? Drop-in for an hour of DIY origami. Choose from multiple projects as we fold together! For kids ages 7-12. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the department listed in..
Lap bounces, rhymes, and reading with infants who aren't yet walking. Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact the Children's Room at mlevine@bpl.org or call (617) 859-2476. Please allow at least...
Come down to the library and share your sewing projects with other seniors. The group meets every Monday and Thursday in the Community Meeting Room. No registration required. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language...
Join others for fun games like Rummikub and enjoy lively conversation, too. Bring your favorite game, if you have one! Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the department listed in the "Contact Info"..
September 12 is Mindfulness Day! Join us for a family-friendly event where we will color Zen-inspired coloring sheets, listen to relaxing music, and sit in comfy spaces for relaxation and reflection. For ages 3-12, and their families and caregivers. Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our...
Have you ever wanted to learn to sew and design your own clothes? Well now, you can! Learn how to measure for fit, upcycle old clothes, cut fabrics, and use a sewing machine for simple projects. Come create with us! Artist Nahdra Ra will lead the 60-minute program. An Ethiopian artist raised in...
Radical Reads is an online book club focusing on literature that critiques and challenges current feminist topics. Join us for a vibrant discussion of Ashley Audrain's The Whispers , in which four families' lives are changed when the unthinkable happens and what is lost when they give in to their...
Children and families are invited to sing, play, and dance along in a library jam session! Mr. Ritse will lead participants through classic nursery rhymes, upbeat jazz tunes, and their own requests (when possible). Children who play instruments of any kind are encouraged to bring them along and...
Join us for a fun, interactive outdoor family yoga session, led by Erin Holland from The Family Yoga Project ! This 45-minute class is designed for parents and children ages 3-10 to stretch, move, and connect with one another through breathing exercises, yoga poses, and time for rest. Whether...
Join us in the afternoons all year at the Hyde Park Branch to watch and talk about anime! Make new friends, build community, and even get help with your homework! Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact..
Join us in partnership with American Ancestors and the Museum of African American History for this online talk with linguist Valerie Fridland . What is the enduring power of people, families, and communities that sound different? Linguist Valerie Fridland will unlock many secrets in this fun and...
Join us for family craft night as we take on a different creative project each month! This program is best for kids ages 5-12, but all are welcome! Sign-up for one or all! Wednesday, September 16 - Perler Bead Keychains Wednesday, October 21 - Bugs On Wheels Wednesday, November 18 - Make Your Own...
Join us in partnership with American Ancestors and the Museum of African American History for this online talk with linguist Valerie Fridland . What is the enduring power of people, families, and communities that sound different? Linguist Valerie Fridland will unlock many secrets in this fun and...
Join us at the library for an exciting adventure in our Construction Club! Unleash your imagination and dive into a world of building possibilities with LEGO, Duplo, Wooden Blocks, and more! Whether you're a building master or just starting out, there's something for everyone in our fun-filled...
The Fields Corner Branch may be closed but the library is still here! Do you have questions about using your computer, cell phone, tablet, or eBooks? Would you like to take advantage of one of the many online resources available with a BPL card? Fields Corner Branch librarians can help! A selection.
Join fellow builders for an hour of afternoon creative fun. LEGO bricks and soft blocks are provided. All you need is your imagination! No registration required. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact...
Have extra craft pieces lying around at home, and you’re not sure what to do with them? Or maybe you’re itching to try something new, and you’re not sure what materials are right for you. Our craft swap is here to help! Bring in products you no longer need, or search for something new to you. All...
Celebrate the back-to-school season at the library! Use washi tape, stickers, sharpies, and other supplies to decorate your notebooks and binders, make beaded pins, and more. Ideal for school-age children and tweens.