South Boston Branch of the Boston Public Library

05/15/2026

Starting in 2 weeks!

Free Ukulele classes for adults.
Thursdays, 12:30-1:15.
Sign up: https://bpl.bibliocommons.com/events/69fe01c8f56bd86e00ae5ad6

05/14/2026

Not to be dramatic, but your art could end up on our next library card 🤭

The BPL is inviting artists of all ages to take part in a Library Card Design contest in celebration of Library Card Sign-Up Month this September!

🎨 How does it work?
One adult (18+), one teen (13-17), and one youth (0-12) winner will have their original artwork featured on official BPL cards in circulation during 2026-2027.

👥 Who can enter?
The contest is open to all BPL cardholders, with one entry permitted per person.

🖌️ What do you submit?
An original design that reflects what the library means to you and your community — perhaps an interpretation of our motto “Free to All”?

The contest will run from May 15 through June 15, 2026. Good luck!

Learn more: https://www.bpl.org/boston-public-library-card-design-contest/

05/14/2026

Join the Friends of the South Boston Branch Library Book Sale this Sat 9:30-3:00pm!!

Our next book sale is this Saturday, May 16, from 9:30-3. All proceeds benefit the South Boston branch library

05/05/2026

Who doesn't love fresh tomatoes? As part of our seed library, we will be giving away seedlings this week, while supplies last!

Stick them in some dirt in a pot on a porch, keep it watered, and watch your garden grow! Don't forget to share photos of your garden with us.

This program is made possible by the Irene Haney Creative Enrichment Fund through the Boston Public Library Fund.

05/05/2026

Gund Kwok Lion Dance Performance
Saturday, May 9, 2026
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

A special dragon dance performance by Gund Kwok in celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. The performance will include an interactive story of the origins and significance of the dance.

Gund Kwok, the first Asian Women's Lion & Dragon Dance Troupe in the United States, was established in February 1998 to give Asian and Asian American women an opportunity to express their creativity, power, and strength through performing lion and dragon dances.

No registration is required. All are welcome!

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." Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

04/18/2026

Just a reminder that we are closed Monday, April 20th for Patriots' Day!

We look forward to seeing you again on Tuesday 10-6PM

All BPL locations will be closed on Sunday, April 19 and Monday, April 20, in observance of Boston Marathon Prep and Patriot's Day, respectively.

04/17/2026

Book Sale tomorrow with a performance by Breathe with Bach at 1:30pm!

Book sale tomorrow, Saturday, April 18, from 9:30-3, at the South Boston branch library. All proceeds benefit the South Boston branch library 😊

04/09/2026

Join us next week for Creating Your Own Herb Garden with Jenny Hauf of Muddy River Herbals.

Our seed library is also in full swing! Stop by to pick up a few varieties of herbs, veggies, and flowers or come to the program for an herb selection!
This program is made possible by the Irene Haney Creative Enrichment Fund through the Boston Public Library Fund.

Register for reminders here! https://bpl.bibliocommons.com/events/69c583f2deee9abd8ee5efa2