South End Story Time
Story time Librarian Margaret welcomes babies to preschoolers and their caregivers Please note that story time will be cancelled on Thursday, July 3rd.
Thursday story time in the South End Library Park is back and starts at 10:30am! Story time with Librarian Margaret welcomes babies to preschoolers and their caregivers to join us for stories, songs, dance, and play time. This is designed to draw children to love books and to encourage interactive play with each other.
Before heading out for story time, remember to check bpl.org/events for weather-related cancellation announcements.
Please note that story time will be cancelled on Thursday, July 3rd.
Address:
South End Library Park
685 Tremont Street
Boston, MA 02118
Summer Pop-Up Event
What a fantastic day we had last week at our pop-up event! It was truly a fun-filled community day in the South End
Summer Pop-Up Event Recap
What a fantastic day we had last week at our pop-up event! It was truly a fun-filled community day in the South End, and we're still buzzing from the energy and excitement.
The afternoon was a highlight, with a lively children's concert led by the wonderful Matt Heaton that had everyone tapping their feet. Throughout the day, kids (and some adults!) got creative at our children's craft station. We were also thrilled to have Big Brothers Big Sisters and the Community Music Center of Boston join us, sharing their amazing work with the community.
The turnout was incredible, with a total of 253 individuals engaging with us. Everyone enjoyed picking out free books to keep, grabbing some tasty snacks, and taking home all sorts of fun swag. By the end of the day, the sentiment was clear: people were calling it the "South End community day"! One attendee even left us with this heartwarming feedback: "This was a pleasant surprise! This was the highlight of my day. I can't wait for the next one."
We're so grateful to everyone who came out and made the day such a memorable success. We can't wait to do it again! Keep an eye out for details on our next pop-up event this September.
This program was supported through the generosity of donors to the BPL Fund and its Branching-Out Creative Catalyst Mini-Grant Program. For more information, visit bplfund.org
Scoop: Book Club
Happy Pride Month! This month, we will read and discuss Mrs. S by K. Patrick FoMu Ice Cream | 6/13/2025 | 2:00pm
Christina has started a book club called The Scoop. It meets monthly on Tuesdays at FOMU Ice Cream at 655 Tremont St. from 2:00pm to 3:00pm.
FoMu Ice Cream | 7/8/2025 | 2:00pm
In July, we will be reading and discussing As You Like It by William Shakespeare!
After her father’s kingdom is seized by his power-hungry brother, Rosalind and her cousin Celia flee in disguise, seeking refuge in the Forest of Arden. There, they find new freedom and wisdom about love, family, community, and acceptance. Shakespeare’s lush romantic comedy As You Like It celebrates the joys and follies of human nature and the beauty of creating one’s own sanctuary, even in the face of great tyranny.
Physical copies can be requested for pickup. If you have any questions, please email southend@bpl.org
We will meet in-person at FoMu Ice Cream at 2:00 pm for an hour-long book discussion. Purchases are encouraged but not required.
To register, please email southend@bpl.org
Address:
FoMu Ice Cream
655 Tremont Street
Boston, MA 02118