Playdate & Politics: Fighting for Universal Pre-K

Jamaica Plain Branch Library 30 South Street, Jamaica Plain, MA, United States

It’s time for universal pre-kindergarten to be a reality in Massachusetts. Join us for a discussion with State Senator Sonia Chang-Diaz about how we can make this happen. KIDS ARE WELCOME. Coffee will be served. This discussion is being organized by a group of local JP parents and friends. Co-sponsored by Boing! JP's Toy Shop.

Free

Clutter Control Workshop

Jamaica Plain Branch Library 30 South Street, Jamaica Plain, MA, United States

Did you make a new year's resolution to clean out some of your clutter? Dave Downs will present a fun-filled humorous program loaded with personal examples of his own love/hate relationship with STUFF! He wants to address these questions: Why do Americans have too many possessions? How can we begin to resolve this problem? After […]

Free

FREE qigong workshop 6/23

JP Branch Library 12 Sedgwick Street, Jamaica Plain, MA, United States

See what qigong is all about in this one-hour "taster" workshop. Take an hour to take care of yourself. Qigong (“chee-gung”) is the practice of cultivating mental and physical balance by coordinating breath, movement and awareness. Medical qigong is said to help the body heal and stay strong through the use of exercises designed to […]

Free

Open House: Friends of Jamaica Plain Branch Library

Jamaica Plain Branch Library 30 South Street, Jamaica Plain, MA, United States

Come learn more about the Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch Library and how we support the Branch. Maybe we can convince you to join as a member and take part in our efforts? We can always use more volunteers and supporters! Refreshments will be served.

Free

Ice Cream Social and Book Sale

Jamaica Plain Branch Library 20 Sedgwick Street, Jamaica Plain, MA, United States

The Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch Library will be hosting their annual Ice Cream Social on Saturday, August 17, from 1:00 - 3:00 on the lower level of the library. This year, we will also be offering a selection of books for sale. Join us!

Free

Friends of the JP Branch Library Annual Meeting

Jamaica Plain Branch Library 30 South Street, Jamaica Plain, MA, United States

Every year, the Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch Library gather to give an update on what we've been up to and what's in store for the future. This is a great opportunity to stay up to date on your local library. Following our updates we'll all share desserts, live music, and good company! Join us on the […]

Free

Tropical Fiesta at the Library!

Jamaica Plain Branch Library 30 South Street, Jamaica Plain, MA, United States

Join the Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch Library in shaking off the end-of-winter blues at our annual Tropical Fiesta! We will cast off Winter and welcome the coming of Spring with delicious food (Coco Verde Vegan) combined with some delicious live music (Jefferey Clayton from the Pan Neubean Steel Band).

Free

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