Main Library Events
359 Broadway
Jungle Encounters: Jungle on Wheels!
Monday, June 23, at 3:30 P.M. Join us for a wild kickoff—you can see and touch
real wild animals—and sign up for summer reading! All ages.
Happy Birthday, E.B. White!
Friday, July 11, at 2:30 P.M. We’re having a birthday party! Join Wilbur and
Stuart Little and celebrate one of our favorite authors. Age 4 and up.
Wolf Talk!
Monday, July 14, at 2:00 P.M. Think you learned all about wolves from the
three pigs? Think again! Stop by to learn more and meet a real one, too! All
ages.
Pet Parade
Saturday, July 26, at 11:00 A.M. Pet parade! Bring your favorite animal friend
to show off! We’ll meet on the basketball courts to the left of the library
entrance. Animals must be in containers or on leashes! All ages.
Barn Babies Petting Zoo
Thursday, July 31, 1:00 P.M. Baby goats, bunnies, puppies and kittens in the
library! All ages.
Pig Out on Reading!
Saturday, August 16, at 11:00 A.M. Farmer Minor will tell stories and read
to Daisy…the world’s most famous pig. Pet her, too! Age 3 and up.
Chess for Children and Teens
Mondays, at 5:00 P.M. Come learn the basics or some new master moves! Age
5 and up. Children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult.
Crazy Wild Animal Crafts
Wednesdays, at 3:30 P.M. Join us for crazy crafts and stories! Age 5 and up.
Please register by calling 617-349-4038.
R U Game?
Wednesdays, at 5:00 P.M. Strategy! Skill! Luck! Play new and classic games
at the library! Children (age 6 and up) and teens.
End of Summer Ice Cream Extravaganza!
Friday, August 22, at 2:00 P.M. Frozen treats, stories and fun! All ages.
For all programs, we ask that groups
of ten or more please register in advance by calling 617-340-4038, TTY 617-349-4421.
Boudreau Branch Library Events
245 Concord Avenue
Go Wild, Read! Open House
Tuesday, June 24, from 3:00 to 4:30 P.M. Sign up for our Summer Reading Program!
Jungle Encounters
Thursday, July 10, at 3:00 P.M. Meet live wild cats and other jungle animals
at the library! Age 3 and older. Please register by calling 617-349-4017.
Bookmaking
Wednesday, July 23, at 3:00 P.M. Create and decorate a journal for your summer
memories. Age 5 and older. Please register by calling 617-349-4017.
Mountain Mushers
Tuesday, July 29, at 3:00 P.M. Harry and Lela Schlitz from Montana will introduce
their Alaskan sled dogs Pixie, Sorrel and Su. Hear their real life adventures,
see their equipment and pet them! Please register by calling 617-349-4017.
Wild Rumpus
Tuesday, August 5, at 3:00 P.M. Listen to stories and create your own wild
animal. Ages 4 to 6. Please register by calling 617-349-4017.
Wrap-Up Celebration with Magician Jim
Rainho
Wednesday, August 13, at 3:00 P.M. For all Go Wild, Read! participants. Please
register by calling 617-349-4017.
Central Square Branch Library Events
45 Pearl Street
Go Wild, Read! Kick-off Party
Monday, June 23, at 2:30 P.M. Join us for a wild start to our summer with
stories, art, games and snacks! All ages.
Jungle Encounters!
Wednesday, July 9, at 2:00 P.M. If you have a pet cat, you’ve seen it act
wild—now meet the real thing! Wild cats and more are coming to the library!
All ages.
The Museum of Science Presents: Reptiles!
Tuesday, July 15, at 2:00 P.M. What do you know about reptiles? Meet some
live reptiles and learn more about their lives! For age 7 and up.
Barn Babies!
Wednesday, July 30, at 11:00 A.M. Too cute! Meet a host of baby animals! Hug
a pig, pat a goat, and more! All ages.
Wild Grand Finale!
Friday, August 22, at 2:30 P.M. Make your own ice cream (some patience required)!
Stories! A perfect ending to a fun summer! All ages.
And every week:
Groups of ten or more, please register
in advance for our special programs or arrange a special library visit for
your group by calling 617-349-4012.
Collins Branch Library Events
64 Aberdeen Avenue
Go Wild with David Polansky!
Monday, June 23, at 4:00 P.M. Laugh and sing along with David Polansky’s songs
of animal antics. Sign up for a summer of fun at the library! Treats to eat,
too! All ages.
The Museum of Science Presents: Animal
Invaders
Tuesday, July 1, at 4:00 P.M. The Museum will bring some of its animal friends
to give us a look at some animal behaviors and adaptations. Age 5 and up.
Jungle Encounters
Monday, July 7, at 4:00 P.M. Wild, small cats visit the library! Age 5 and
up.
Mountain Mushers
Monday, July 28, at 4:00 P.M. Harry and Lela Schlitz from Montana will introduce
their Alaskan sled dogs Pixie, Sorrel and Su. Hear about their real life adventures,
see their equipment and pet them! All ages.
Barn Babies
Wednesday, August 6, at 4:00 P.M. We’ll be introduced to a variety of baby
farm animals—and you’ll be able to touch some, too! All ages.
We will also be having special animal
story times, a program of animal songs and stories, and craft programs, too—stop
by or call for details! (617-349-4021).
For all programs, we ask that groups
of ten or more please register in advance by calling 617-349-4021, TTY 617-349-4421.
O’Connell Branch Library Events
48 Sixth Street
Summer Reading Kick-Off Party with Curious
Creatures!
Thursday, June 26, at 3:30 P.M. How would you like to hold a lizard on your
lap? A hedgehog in your hand? Or a frog on your shoulder? If you are looking
for a fun-filled program, look no further than our kick-off party! All ages.
The Museum of Science Presents: Animal
Invaders
Thursday, July 3, at 3:30 P.M. How do some animals walk on the ceiling while
others can fit through holes smaller than their bodies? Who needs to eat ten
percent of their body weight on a daily basis? Find answers to these questions
and more! A museum educator will explain how some animals have adapted to
live successfully among humans. Live animal invaders! For age 7 and up.
Jungle Encounters
Thursday, July 31, at 3:30 P.M. Are you curious about wild animals? Meet some
live wild cats and other jungle animals. Learn how wild cats survive in the
wild, what they prey on, their conservation issues and current projects to
help protect them in the wild.
Reading Marathon
Thursday, August 7. Bring a pillow and your favorite books to read in the
library from 10:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. After a full morning of reading, we’ll
treat ourselves to the perfect pick-me-up: pizza! All readers welcome. All
ages.
Summer Reading Final Party with Jim
St. Clair!
Thursday, August 21, at 3:30 P.M. End the summer with music! Shake out your
summer sluggishness with the sensational music of Jim St. Clair! He will lead
us through a round of songs and treat us to a story. Please come and say hello
to Jim. Don’t miss out on the fun! All ages.
Please look at our monthly calendar…more
programs are coming.
For all programs, we ask that groups
of ten or more please register in advance by calling 617-349-4019, TTY 617-349-4421.
O’Neill Branch Library Events
70 Rindge Avenue
Animal Songs with David Polansky
Monday, June 23, at 6:30 P.M. David Polansky, singer, musician and songwriter
extraordinaire, performs his famous Animal Concert to kick off Go Wild, Read!
Snacks and drinks will be provided. All ages.
Jungle Encounters
Monday, July 7, at 2:00 P.M. Meet real, live wild cats and other jungle animals
at the library. Age 3 and up.
Go Wild Safari!
Tuesday, July 22, at 4:00 P.M. Read animal stories, make an animal mask and
then take a safari adventure through the library jungle to discover a tasty
prize! Snacks and drinks will be provided. Age 5 and up. Please register by
calling 617-349-4023.
STUFF Program- Pizza and Books!
Wednesday, July 30, at 6:00 P.M. STUFF participants are invited to meet and
discuss Click and other books on this year’s STUFF Reading List. Pizza and
drinks will be served. Copies of Click will be available at the O’Neill Branch.
Please register by calling 617-349-4023.
Barn Babies
Wednesday, August 6, at 2:00 P.M. Meet and pet a variety of baby farm animals.
Chicks, puppies, piglets, bunnies and a goat are some of the animals that
will be available for viewing and touching! All ages.
The Museum of Science Presents: Reptiles
Friday, August 22, at 1:00 P.M. Experts from Boston’s Museum of Science explain
interesting facts about reptiles. Real, live reptiles will be featured! Age
6 and up.
Go Wild, Read! and STUFF Ending Party
Monday, August 25, at 1:00 P.M. Celebrate a successful summer of reading and
fun! Join us for crafts, snacks and raffles. All Go Wild, Read! and STUFF
participants are welcome to attend. All ages.
For all programs, we ask that groups
of ten or more please register in advance by calling 617-349-4023, TTY 617-349-4421.
Valente Branch Library Events
826 Cambridge Street
The Gerwick Puppets Present: Aesop’s
Fables
Monday, June 30, at 3:00 P.M. Our Summer Reading kickoff event! Several of
Aesop’s fables come to life in this puppet theater performance. Kids and families
of all ages welcome!
Wild Animal Prints Craft
Tuesday, July 8, at 3:30 P.M. Kids of all ages… join us to make wild looking
creations using animal print stamps and etchings!
Jungle Encounters
Tuesday, July 15, at 3:00 P.M. Meet live wild cats and other jungle animals!
Find out about how they live in the wild and what threatens their survival.
All ages.
Barn Babies
Thursday, July 31, at 3:00 P.M. Bunnies, puppies, kittens, a pig and a goat!
A petting zoo of baby animals comes to you! All ages.
Animal Mask Making!
Thursday, August 7, at 3:00 P.M. Thursday, August 14, at 3:00 P.M. Make your
own wild animal mask! In two sessions we’ll create and decorate wild papier-mâché
masks! Age 7 and up. Please register by calling 617-349-4015.
The Museum of Science Presents: Science
Magic
Tuesday, August 12, at 3:00 P.M. Is it science or magic…or a little bit of
both? The Museum of Science drops by to try to answer these questions through
exciting demonstrations. Age 7 and up.
End of Summer Celebration!
Friday, August 22, at 4:00 P.M. Have some pizza, see some friends and talk
about the best books of the summer! All summer reading participants welcome!
For all programs, we ask that groups
of ten or more please register in advance by calling 617-349-4015, TTY 617-349-4421.
