Learn something new in Plainfield, MA. Art classes, cooking workshops, fitness programs, and educational events.
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Join us for a simple discussion on the life cycle of a plant, then make some seed art to take home! We will begin with a short lesson on the life cycle of a plant, including the importance of seeds, then make a mosaic or any other art form you would like with beautiful seeds! Be creative while you..
Join puppeteer Nicola Rose for a fun puppet arts-and-crafts workshop at the library. With materials provided by the program presenter, we’ll make our very own finger puppets. Age range is flexible but recommended for 4 and up. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To...
In April, The Food Group will discuss and share recipes from Nadiya Bakes by winner of The Great British Baking Show , Nadiya Hussain. Prepare a recipe from this cookbook and bring it in to share with your Brighton friends and neighbors — or just bring your appetite! Making a dish is not required...
Join us for a hands-on bike repair workshop led by Boston Bikes. We do all basic bike repair including: patching flat tires, aligning brakes, and adjusting gears and shifters. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language...
Celebrate springtime by decorating a small vase that’s perfect for flowers! Due to limited supplies, registration is required. This event is ONLY for particpants ages 8-18.
Join your fellow readers at the Mattapan Branch's book club for a discussion of Rebecca Nagle's By the Fire We Carry: The Generations-Long Fight for Justice on Native Land . Light snacks will be provided. Bring your book suggestions as we will also be choosing the group's read for June....
Every Wednesday at 4 pm, come to the Jamaica Plain branch library and make a fun craft! 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" pane on the right. Please allow.
Children ages 8-12 are invited to come make beaded jewelry with Bead Therapy! Bead Therapy is an expressive arts workshop that teaches participants the basics of beaded jewelry making and the difference between semi-precious stones and precious stones. The materials used are semi-precious stones...
Join us for a public tour of the Central Library in Copley Square. This guided tour is a one-hour introduction to the history of the Boston Public Library—the first large free municipal library of the United States—and the art and architecture of its historic Central Library. Tours are limited to...
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 in the Lower Mills Community Room for Crochet Club. Crocheters of all skill levels are welcome to work on your own projects or learn the first stitches in a crafty community. Basic supplies are available for beginners, and shared tools available for use in the Branch. We also welcome...
Kids, get creative with this colorful project! This Earth Day craft is a lovely way to add a little beauty to our planet. Drop by the children’s room to decorate and plant seeds in a small flowerpot to celebrate Earth Day. Programming at the Boston Public Library is funded through private support...
Join the Connolly Book Discussion Group to discuss Better Living Through Birding by Christian Cooper. Copies are available to borrow from the front circulation desk while supplies last. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or...
This 11-week program, in partnership with St. Mark Community Education Program, prepares students for all parts of the U.S. Citizenship interview. Requirements: Intermediate-level English, Legal Permanent Resident for 4 years and 9 months (2 years and 9 months if married to a U.S. Citizen). To...
You're invited to join our knitters and crafters in conversation and fun! This is not a formal class, just a community-building and skill-sharing afternoon! Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the...
Music and Movement for Little Learners featuring Little Groove! Enjoy a one-of-a-kind live music enrichment session for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers! Little Groove is the top voted music class for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers in Boston! In this fun and interactive 40-minute concert,...
Join BPL’s cybersecurity analyst and instruction librarians for a five-week series that will focus on different cybersecurity topics with the aim of helping patrons stay safe while surfing online and savvy against scams. This class will focus on protecting your privacy and information while using...
Bring your projects and enjoy the company of other crafters. Crafters of all levels welcome. Come for all or part of the time. Please note this group is not a teaching class. No registration is required. Programming at the Boston Public Library is funded through private support. To learn more about.
Practice speaking English with other adult learners in an informal and friendly group setting. No registration or sign-up is required. Programming at the Boston Public Library is funded through private support. To learn more about supporting the Library, please visit the Boston Public Library...
Join BPL’s cybersecurity analyst and instruction librarians for a five-week series that will focus on different cybersecurity topics with the aim of helping patrons stay safe while surfing online and savvy against scams. This class will focus on protecting your privacy and information while using...
Join us twice a month for a drop-in program for artists ages 14+ to draw in their sketchbooks, exchange art ideas, and network with other local creatives. These sessions are designed to encourage consistency in art-making, foster creative community, and provide a welcoming space for focused,...
Practice speaking English with other new learners at this drop-in group. Meet new friends and have fun while polishing up your English skills. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the department...
Bring your creativity to the teen room and select from a variety of craft supplies to make junk journals, paper flowers, watercolor paintings, and beyond. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the...
Don't let World Book Day pass you by without a little celebration! Stop by and take home free books, have some fun with the library staff, and feel free to dress up as your favorite literary character. There will also be great music and treats! Stop by, say hello to staff, and have fun as we...
Bunny Scavenger Hunt Wednesday, April 22nd, 10:30am to 11:30am – School Vacation Week activity! A Falmouth Museum on the Green spring favorite, The Bunny Scavenger Hunt, returns! Eleanor and Reg
MLB: New York Yankees at Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park
MiLB Triple-A: Syracuse Mets at Worcester Red Sox at Polar Park
National Library Week is April 19-25, 2026. This year's theme, “Find Your Joy,” is an invitation for people of all backgrounds to explore and discover what sparks joy in them at the library. Join us for a storytime, a craft, and more surprises. The library will receive a visit from Lilly, from...
LEGO to the Library! Do you enjoy building with Legos? Join us at the library every Tuesday afternoon between 3:30-4:30 for LEGO club and build to your heart's content. This is a drop-in program for kids of all ages.
$26 Adult / $16 Youth (3-17), Members and children 2 and under FREE Thousands of world-famous rhododendrons in over 100 varieties offer spectacular blooms to enjoy throughout Heritage. 11:30 am-3 pm – (Recurring: 7 sessions, 2026-04-25 to 2026-05-20)
Parents, grandparents, and other guardians can team up with their children to add new characters or images to a landscape picture. We provide supplies, you provide the imagination. Use our stencils to make easy images or experiment with your own design. Dress for a mess! Designed for children 7-10.
Using games with balloons, toys, songs and other visual material, the audience learns vocabulary while having fun. Come to play, jump, sing, and dance. For children ages 0 to 5. Utilizando globos, juguetes, canciones y otros materiales audiovisuales, participantes expandirán su vocabulario de...
MLB: Detroit Tigers at Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park
Learn how to produce beautiful music using only your ukulele! We all know that the ukulele is a wonderful instrument to accompany songs while we sing. Did you know that you can play full songs with just a ukulele too? In this eight-week course, you will learn everything you need to play songs...
Join us for a fun, hands-on cooking adventure where kids become chefs for the day! This class is designed to build confidence in the kitchen through an interactive demonstration and cooking experience. Participants will work together to create delicious and healthy recipes, learning essential...
Join us for our weekly Board Games Club. Bring your friends and play your choice of classic games. Our games include Chess, Clue, Scrabble, Monopoly, and more! Board Games Club meets every Monday from 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM.
MLB: Houston Astros at Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park
This gentle yoga flow is designed to bring students to the present moment by connecting with the union of breath and movement. Appropriate for all levels, participants will practice breathing techniques, a range of standing, seated and supine postures, and a healing guided meditation. This is a...
Experience the Community Music School of Springfield at the library! Bomba introduces children to the exciting world of Puerto Rican folklore, music, and dance. In this fun and interactive class, children learn the rhythms of traditional Bomba drums, like the barriles, and explore the lively dance..
Explore our collection of LEGOs, foam blocks, and wood planks to get creative, make new friends, and develop early STEAM skills! Ages 3-12. No registration required.
Little Groove Music classes are designed to enhance babies' and preschoolers' music learning experiences through sound, sight, and touch within a dynamic live music setting. For ages 0 to 5. Clases diseñadas para enaltecer las experiencias musicales de bebés y preescolares a través de sonido, vista.
Gentle chair yoga is designed for seniors and any individuals seeking to improve strength, focus, flexibility, balance and overall health. During this mostly seated class, led by Lynne Cohen, students will practice breathwork and gentle movements as they learn basic yoga postures, including some...
Meditating in a group gives a sense of community and camaraderie connected to sharing the practice and benefits of meditation. Being in a group of meditators is a motivating way to find time and develop a practice of meditating daily your way, what works for you. Ages 18+
Come enjoy the royal game of chess at your library. The Children's Chess Club is an informal group welcoming everyone from novice players to junior chess masters. In addition to open play on our chessboards, we will also provide access to free lessons, activities, and study materials designed for...