Connolly Library Spanish Book Discussion Group of ‘La Catedral Del Mar’

Connolly Branch Library 433 Centre St., Jamaica Plain, MA, United States

The Connolly Public Library Spanish Book Discussion Group will discuss La Catedral Del Mar by Ildefonso Falcones. A limited number of copies are available at the branch. The discussion will be in Spanish.  

Jamaica Plain & Ralph Waldo Emerson’s Wish

Connolly Branch Library 433 Centre St., Jamaica Plain, MA, United States

While completing his latest book, Alex Krieger realized that his own neighborhood of Jamaica Plain is emblematic of a number of American ideals. Not least of which is the yearning to achieve what observers of American culture have called the “ middle landscape,” or “middle state,” or more philosophically as the “ethic of the middle […]

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Free Gentle Yoga Class with Henri Garrison-Desany at Connolly Library

Connolly Branch Library 433 Centre St., Jamaica Plain, MA, United States

The Connolly Public Library is hosting Gentle Yoga for adults with JP Centre Yoga's Henri Garrison-Desany, for new and experienced practitioners alike on Thursdays, Jan. 11 and 18 from 11 am to noon. Please bring your own yoga mat. To register, please email Nic at connolly@bpl.org or call 617-522-1960.    

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Free Gentle Yoga Class with Henri Garrison-Desany at Connolly Library

Connolly Branch Library 433 Centre St., Jamaica Plain, MA, United States

The Connolly Public Library is hosting Gentle Yoga for adults with JP Centre Yoga's Henri Garrison-Desany, for new and experienced practitioners alike on Thursdays, Jan. 11 and 18 from 11 am to noon. Please bring your own yoga mat. To register, please email Nic at connolly@bpl.org or call 617-522-1960.    

Bilingual Three Kings Children’s Concert with Mariana Iranzi

Connolly Branch Library 433 Centre St., Jamaica Plain, MA, United States

Mariana brings a multicultural, bilingual, and interactive music experience full of original songs and some classics that will make you sing and move to the varied styles. For children ages 0-5 at the Connolly Library. Mariana trae una experiencia musical bilingue e interactiva donde cantarás, bailarás y te divertirás al ritmo de los variados estilos […]

Margarita Barresi in Conversation with José Massó

Connolly Branch Library 433 Centre St., Jamaica Plain, MA, United States

At the Connolly Branch Library, José C. Massó III and debut author Margarita Barresi will discuss her book A Delicate Marriage, which is loosely based on her grandparents lives in mid-1900s Puerto Rico. They will also discuss how becoming a U.S. colony impacted the island, its people, and its politics during the time period of […]

Cookie Swap at Connolly Library

Connolly Branch Library 433 Centre St., Jamaica Plain, MA, United States

Have a favorite cookie recipe? Or maybe you've been wanting to try a new one? Bring in some to share, and you'll leave with more cookies and recipes from others. Coffee, tea, and hot chocolate will be served. Everyone is welcome; non-bakers are invited to attend and sample the treats. If you want to bring […]

Connolly Branch Library 433 Centre St., Jamaica Plain, MA, United States

Join us for a screening of the film "Boston's Latino Pioneers" followed by a panel discussion featuring director Blanca Bonilla with some of the "Pioneers". | Habrá una proyección de filme "Los Pioneros Latinos de Boston" seguida de un panel de discusión que presentará a Blanca Bonilla con los "Pioneros". Latino Pioneers in Boston is a […]

The Arts & Crafts Houses of Massachusetts

Connolly Branch Library 433 Centre St., Jamaica Plain, MA, United States

Join the Jamaica Plain Historical Society for a book talk. Author Heli Meltsner will talk about her new book The Arts & Crafts Houses of Massachusetts: A Style Rediscovered. At the opening of the 20th century, Massachusetts architects struggled to create an authentic new look that would reflect their clients’ increasingly informal way of life. […]

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Community Meeting and Reception

Connolly Branch Library 433 Centre St., Jamaica Plain, MA, United States

Please join us for a Community Meeting and Reception. Meet and Greet the new staff members Support our local community library Learn how you can get involved in the Connolly Friends Group Light Refreshments. Sponsored by the Friends of the Connolly Branch Library

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