Little Uprisings
South End Branch will host Little Uprisings in the South End Library Park!. June 2, 11:00AM - 12:00PM
On Monday, June 2 from 11:00am to 12:00pm, the South End Branch will host Little Uprisings in the South End Library Park!
Children will learn about Opal Lee, the grandmother of Juneteenth in the program “Opal Lee Leaves a Legacy” in this interactive workshop. With music provided by Tony Leva and facilitation by Tanya Nixon-Silberg, we will walk through history, detailing her journey to make Juneteenth a nationally recognized holiday. Experience music, storytelling, a teach-in about Black History and the fight for freedom, and a craft-making activity to imagine how they can leave a legacy of justice for others.
Suitable for ages 6-12 years old.
Address:
South End Library Park
685 Tremont Street
Boston, MA 02118 begins at your Library
Summer Pop-Up Event
Summer pop-up event in the South End Library Park Tuesday, June 17 from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm!
The South End Branch staff is excited to announce there will be a summer pop-up event in the South End Library Park on Tuesday, June 17 from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm! Stop by and grab free books (for all ages), enjoy a children's concert with Matt Heaton starting at 2:00 pm, meet and great our special guests, Big Brothers Big Sisters and Community Music Center of Boston, and participate in a craft with the Librarian Margaret.
If you're looking for a way to kick-off BPL's annual Summer Reading challenge, make sure to stop by the table and pick up your bingo card. We'll see you there!
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
Summer Solstice
Summer Solstice with Little Groove in the South End Library Park Friday, June 20th at 10:30am
Little Groove will be performing in the South End Library Park to celebrate the Summer Solstice! Friday, June 20th at 10:30am,
Let’s party together with lots of singing and dancing as we commemorate the abundance of summer and the warmth of the sun in the South End Library Park! Preschoolers, caretakers, and classes are all welcome!
Little Groove is the top voted music class for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers in Boston. The classes are tailor-made to help your little ones learn and interact through sound, sight, and touch in an immersive and engaging live music setting. Children use real instruments such as drums, shakers, and tambourines, giving them a hands-on experience and fostering a love for music.
Address:
South End Library Park
685 Tremont Street
Boston, MA 02118