Events in Boston, MA

West Roxbury Book Discussion

West Roxbury · In the community room

The West Roxbury Book Discussion Group reads a variety of literary fiction and nonfiction. If you are interested in joining, please register at the front circulation desk or by calling 617-325-3147. The Friday Discussion opens at 10:30 AM for socializing. Light refreshments provided by The Friends of the West Roxbury Library .

Age Strong Hours at the Faneuil Branch

Faneuil

Come meet Daisy, the Age Strong advocate for Brighton! Daisy will assist seniors in applying for city services and government benefits including SNAP, fuel assistance, Medicare/Medicaid, tax exemptions, and other programs and resources. For ages 60+. Please make an appointment in advance if applying for services by calling 617-635-6120 or emailing daisy.grijalva@boston.gov Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language ser...

ASL Essentials: Master 100 Everyday Signs (5-Week Series)

Brighton · Community Room

A 5-Week Journey into American Sign Language: Unlock a new way to connect! Whether you are a total beginner, looking to sharpen your skills, or just need a refresher, this vocabulary-building course is designed to help you communicate with confidence. Over 5 weeks, you’ll move beyond single signs and start building simple ASL sentences in a supportive, interactive environment. Expert Instruction: 5 weekly live sessions led by an experienced ASL instructor. Practice Anywhere: Includes tools to...

Drop-In Resume Help

Mattapan

Need help creating or polishing your resume? Drop-in for resume help from a librarian every other Friday morning at the Mattapan Branch. Appointments will last approximately 20 minutes and are on a first-come first-served basis. 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 at least two weeks to arrange accommodation. Programming...

ESOL Conversation Group (Advanced Beginner and Higher) — No Sign-Up Needed

Central Library in Copley Square · Exchange Room of the Kirstein Business Library & Innovation Center, Lower Level, Boylston Street Building

Practice speaking English with other adult ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) learners in a relaxed and friendly group led by a volunteer instructor. To get the most out of this group and feel comfortable participating, a basic level of English speaking (Level 2+) is recommended. Registration is not needed. Please come to the location at the time listed. For any questions, please email the Literacy Services department at literacyservices@bpl.org or call us at 617-859-2446 and leav...

Scrabble Club

Roslindale

Join the Scrabble Club. All Adults. No registration required. Scrabble Club meets the 2nd Thursday and 2nd Saturday of the month. Players of all levels are welcome. If you have a board to bring along, that would be great (but it is not requirement.) If you have any questions, feel free to contact Doug Sondak at doug.sondak@gmail.com. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, call 617.323.2343 or email roslin...

Drop-In Resume Help

Mattapan

Need help creating or polishing your resume? Drop-in for resume help from a librarian every other Friday morning at the Mattapan Branch. Appointments will last approximately 20 minutes and are on a first-come first-served basis. 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 at least two weeks to arrange accommodation. Programming...

Copley Book Talkers: A Book Conversation Group

Central Library in Copley Square · Mezzanine Conference Room 3

Do you want to find your next favorite book? Have you just finished a new favorite that you want to share with friends? Join us on the 3rd Saturday of every month to talk all things book! REGISTRATION: Please fill out this form to subscribe to the email list at least one week prior to the discussion date. If you have any questions, please email Erika at eknox@bpl.org . Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language service...

ESOL Conversation Group (Advanced Beginner and Higher) — No Sign-Up Needed

Central Library in Copley Square · Exchange Room of the Kirstein Business Library & Innovation Center, Lower Level, Boylston Street Building

Practice speaking English with other adult ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) learners in a relaxed and friendly group led by a volunteer instructor. To get the most out of this group and feel comfortable participating, a basic level of English speaking (Level 2+) is recommended. Registration is not needed. Please come to the location at the time listed. For any questions, please email the Literacy Services department at literacyservices@bpl.org or call us at 617-859-2446 and leav...

Saint Anthony's Feast in the North End

Now in its 107th year, this North End Italian street feast fills the narrow streets with food vendors, religious processions, and music over a long August weekend. It bills itself as the Feast of All Feasts and it is free to wander.

Drop-In Resume Help

Mattapan

Need help creating or polishing your resume? Drop-in for resume help from a librarian every other Friday morning at the Mattapan Branch. Appointments will last approximately 20 minutes and are on a first-come first-served basis. 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 at least two weeks to arrange accommodation. Programming...

ESOL Conversation Group (Advanced Beginner and Higher) — No Sign-Up Needed

Central Library in Copley Square · Exchange Room of the Kirstein Business Library & Innovation Center, Lower Level, Boylston Street Building

Practice speaking English with other adult ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) learners in a relaxed and friendly group led by a volunteer instructor. To get the most out of this group and feel comfortable participating, a basic level of English speaking (Level 2+) is recommended. Registration is not needed. Please come to the location at the time listed. For any questions, please email the Literacy Services department at literacyservices@bpl.org or call us at 617-859-2446 and leav...

Scrabble Club

Roslindale

Join the Scrabble Club. All Adults. No registration required. Scrabble Club meets the 2nd Thursday and 2nd Saturday of the month. Players of all levels are welcome. If you have a board to bring along, that would be great (but it is not requirement.) If you have any questions, feel free to contact Doug Sondak at doug.sondak@gmail.com. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, call 617.323.2343 or email roslin...

National Voter Registration Day with the City of Boston Election Department

Central Library in Copley Square · Boylston Building Lobby

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 voter registration status, and learn important information about voting in Boston.

Copley Book Talkers: A Book Conversation Group

Central Library in Copley Square · Mezzanine Conference Room 3

Do you want to find your next favorite book? Have you just finished a new favorite that you want to share with friends? Join us on the 3rd Saturday of every month to talk all things book! REGISTRATION: Please fill out this form to subscribe to the email list at least one week prior to the discussion date. If you have any questions, please email Erika at eknox@bpl.org . Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language service...

Head of the Charles Regatta

The world's largest two-day rowing regatta draws crews from around the world to the Charles River between Boston and Cambridge, timed to peak fall foliage. You can watch for free from the riverbanks and bridges.

Boston Pride For the People Parade & Festival

Downtown Boston

You can join the citywide Pride parade, festival, and block party with a ribbon-cutting ceremony in downtown Boston.

Boston Marathon on Patriots' Day

The 130th Boston Marathon brings tens of thousands of runners through the city and finishes in Copley Square. Even if you are not running, lining the route to cheer is a Boston rite of spring.

Trivia in the Taproom at Sam Adams Boston Brewery

Samuel Adams Brewery, Jamaica Plain

You can join weekly taproom trivia at the Sam Adams brewery with no reservation needed.

Taproom Trivia at Mighty Squirrel Brewing Co.

Mighty Squirrel Brewing Co., Boston

You can test your knowledge at weekly taproom trivia night at Mighty Squirrel.

First Night Boston on New Year's Eve

Running since 1976, this free citywide New Year's Eve celebration includes a parade down Boylston Street, ice sculptures, performances, and fireworks over Boston Harbor. It is family-friendly and mostly outdoors.

Back Bay Block Party for Pride

St. James Ave, Back Bay

You can join a big outdoor block party with DJs, a beer garden, and food trucks on St. James Ave.

Boston Pride For The People

Boston's Pride celebration returns with a parade, a festival, and a block party in the heart of the city. It is an all-day, all-ages street event downtown.

Access Boston Festival at Faneuil Hall Marketplace

Faneuil Hall Marketplace

You can take in Native American music and dance and a tribute concert to local Black history at this free marketplace festival.

Ice skating on the Frog Pond

Each winter the Frog Pond on Boston Common becomes an outdoor ice rink, voted among the best in the country, open from about mid-November to mid-March. There is a cafe on site and skate rentals.