New & Noteworthy

  • All Boston Public Library locations will be closed on Saturday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. All BPL locations will remain open on Friday, July 3.
  • The Central Library in Copley Square will be closed Sunday, July 12 - Tuesday, July 14, for electrical work related to the Central Library Renovation. During this time, please visit one of our 24 branch locations for library services, or access our electronic resources such as e-books, streaming media, and digital magazines.
  • Boston Public Library locations offer free summer programs for children and teens. This year’s children's theme is “Every Hero Has a Story,” and events include story times, crafts, and programs hosted by Historic New England, New England Aquarium, and the Museum of Science. Events for teens include interactive music and comic book workshops.

Events

July1MoS

Museum of Science: Science Magic

Wednesday, July 1, 3 p.m.
Egleston Square Branch

As part of Summer Reading, kids ages 6 and older investigate the science behind classic magic tricks. Click here for more Museum of Science summer programs for children.

July1Concert

Concert in the Courtyard

Wednesday, July 1, 6 p.m.
McKim Courtyard, Central Library in Copley Square

Felipe Abad is a Colombian artist inspired by tropical and Latin pop music, Brazilian rhythms, and folkloric cumbia styles.

July2

Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club

Thursday, July 2, 5 p.m.
East Boston Branch

Teens are invited to play sessions of Dungeons & Dragons. No previous experience of the game is necessary.

July3

Concert in the Courtyard

Friday, July 3, 12:30 p.m.
McKim Courtyard, Central Library in Copley Square

Celebrate Independence Day with the Rowe’s Lane Quartet. Made up of members of the Handel + Haydn Society, the ensemble plays string quartets composed during the Revolutionary War era.

July6

Author Talk with Rosana Wan

Monday, July 6, 6:30 p.m.
West Roxbury Branch

Rosana Wan discusses The Culinary Lives of John & Abigail Adams: A Cookbook. Click here to see more Revolutionary programs.
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