Storytime for 2 - 3's

Children from ages 2 - 3 and caregivers, please join Miss Caroline for fun read-alouds, movement, and songs! Each week, we will focus on developing different skills that you can take home to get your child ready to read. This program is not intended for large grou......More

Children from ages 2 - 3 and caregivers, please join Miss Caroline for fun read-alouds, movement, and songs! Each week, we will focus on developing different skills that you can take home to get your child ready to read. This program is not intended for large groups. Preschools and daycares, please contact Miss Caroline to arrange a visit and a storytime just for your class. Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact [email protected] 617-787-6313. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

English Conversation Group for Speakers of Other Languages

Practice speaking English with other adult learners in an informal and friendly group setting. The group is led by a volunteer teacher and will take place in person at the Honan-Allston Branch. Basic English speaking skills are recommended for this class. No registr......More

Practice speaking English with other adult learners in an informal and friendly group setting. The group is led by a volunteer teacher and will take place in person at the Honan-Allston Branch. Basic English speaking skills are recommended for this class. No registration required. For more information, contact the Literacy Services Department at [email protected] or 617-859-2446.

Boston Teachers Union: Homework Help

Visit the Honan-Allston Branch Library and get homework help from a Boston teacher.

Baby Lapsit

Babies from birth to 24 months and their caregivers are invited to join Miss Caroline for bouncing rhymes, finger plays, songs, and some short books! This program is not intended for large groups. Preschools and daycares, please contact Miss Caroline to arrange a visi......More

Babies from birth to 24 months and their caregivers are invited to join Miss Caroline for bouncing rhymes, finger plays, songs, and some short books! This program is not intended for large groups. Preschools and daycares, please contact Miss Caroline to arrange a visit and a storytime just for your class.  Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact [email protected] or 617-787-6313. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

Beginner English Class: Level 1 *Registration Required*

This is an English class for beginners who need to learn the basics. The class works on spelling and survival vocabulary. You will learn to communicate personal information, use present tense, and talk about personal details. Registration required. Please contact the ......More

This is an English class for beginners who need to learn the basics. The class works on spelling and survival vocabulary. You will learn to communicate personal information, use present tense, and talk about personal details. Registration required. Please contact the Literacy Department at [email protected] or call 617-859-2446 to register.

Book Club Café

Discover new books to add to your reading list at our Book Club Café! Whether you’re stuck in a reading rut, looking for something new to read, or just want to connect with other bookish people, this book club is for you. We'll provide Dunkin' Donuts coffee and Munchkin......More

Discover new books to add to your reading list at our Book Club Café! Whether you’re stuck in a reading rut, looking for something new to read, or just want to connect with other bookish people, this book club is for you. We'll provide Dunkin' Donuts coffee and Munchkins to enjoy while we talk about books, share recommendations, and chat with other book lovers in a relaxed and friendly environment. Email [email protected] if you'd like a reminder for this event 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" pane on the right. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

Storytime for 2 - 3's

Children from ages 2 - 3 and caregivers, please join Miss Caroline for fun read-alouds, movement, and songs! Each week, we will focus on developing different skills that you can take home to get your child ready to read. This program is not intended for large grou......More

Children from ages 2 - 3 and caregivers, please join Miss Caroline for fun read-alouds, movement, and songs! Each week, we will focus on developing different skills that you can take home to get your child ready to read. This program is not intended for large groups. Preschools and daycares, please contact Miss Caroline to arrange a visit and a storytime just for your class. Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact [email protected] 617-787-6313. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

English Conversation Group for Speakers of Other Languages

Practice speaking English with other adult learners in an informal and friendly group setting. The group is led by a volunteer teacher and will take place in person at the Honan-Allston Branch. Basic English speaking skills are recommended for this class. No registr......More

Practice speaking English with other adult learners in an informal and friendly group setting. The group is led by a volunteer teacher and will take place in person at the Honan-Allston Branch. Basic English speaking skills are recommended for this class. No registration required. For more information, contact the Literacy Services Department at [email protected] or 617-859-2446.

Baby Lapsit

Babies from birth to 24 months and their caregivers are invited to join Miss Caroline for bouncing rhymes, finger plays, songs, and some short books! This program is not intended for large groups. Preschools and daycares, please contact Miss Caroline to arrange a visi......More

Babies from birth to 24 months and their caregivers are invited to join Miss Caroline for bouncing rhymes, finger plays, songs, and some short books! This program is not intended for large groups. Preschools and daycares, please contact Miss Caroline to arrange a visit and a storytime just for your class.  Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact [email protected] or 617-787-6313. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

Beginner English Class: Level 1 *Registration Required*

This is an English class for beginners who need to learn the basics. The class works on spelling and survival vocabulary. You will learn to communicate personal information, use present tense, and talk about personal details. Registration required. Please contact the ......More

This is an English class for beginners who need to learn the basics. The class works on spelling and survival vocabulary. You will learn to communicate personal information, use present tense, and talk about personal details. Registration required. Please contact the Literacy Department at [email protected] or call 617-859-2446 to register.

LEGO Club

Join fellow builders for a morning of creative fun! LEGO and Duplo bricks are provided. All you need is your imagination! Challenge yourself to make bigger and better creations! Your creations will be displayed in our display case by the front desk. No registration ......More

Join fellow builders for a morning of creative fun! LEGO and Duplo bricks are provided. All you need is your imagination! Challenge yourself to make bigger and better creations! Your creations will be displayed in our display case by the front desk. No registration required. 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" pane on the right. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

Summer Chefs: Breakfast Cookies (Ages 7-12)

Kids ages 7-12 are invited to join us and learn how to make healthy breakfast cookies. Spots are limited, so email [email protected] to sign up. We'll be making a different food at each session, so attendees must register for each date individually. All supplies a......More

Kids ages 7-12 are invited to join us and learn how to make healthy breakfast cookies. Spots are limited, so email [email protected] to sign up. We'll be making a different food at each session, so attendees must register for each date individually. All supplies are included, just wear clothes that can get messy!

Storytime for 2 - 3's

Children from ages 2 - 3 and caregivers, please join Miss Caroline for fun read-alouds, movement, and songs! Each week, we will focus on developing different skills that you can take home to get your child ready to read. This program is not intended for large grou......More

Children from ages 2 - 3 and caregivers, please join Miss Caroline for fun read-alouds, movement, and songs! Each week, we will focus on developing different skills that you can take home to get your child ready to read. This program is not intended for large groups. Preschools and daycares, please contact Miss Caroline to arrange a visit and a storytime just for your class. Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact [email protected] 617-787-6313. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

Children's Concert: Songs with Seth

Join us under the sky for an interactive family sing-along jam-session with local children’s musician Mr. Seth. Everyone will have a chance to dance, sing, and play along with Mr. Seth's instruments. We will meet in the Children's Courtyard, accessed through the Chil......More

Join us under the sky for an interactive family sing-along jam-session with local children’s musician Mr. Seth. Everyone will have a chance to dance, sing, and play along with Mr. Seth's instruments. We will meet in the Children's Courtyard, accessed through the Children's Room, so please bring blankets, bug spray, and sunscreen. In case of inclement weather, we will meet in the community room.  Recommended ages 1-5 and families.

Baby Lapsit

Babies from birth to 24 months and their caregivers are invited to join Miss Caroline for bouncing rhymes, finger plays, songs, and some short books! This program is not intended for large groups. Preschools and daycares, please contact Miss Caroline to arrange a visi......More

Babies from birth to 24 months and their caregivers are invited to join Miss Caroline for bouncing rhymes, finger plays, songs, and some short books! This program is not intended for large groups. Preschools and daycares, please contact Miss Caroline to arrange a visit and a storytime just for your class.  Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact [email protected] or 617-787-6313. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

Beginner English Class: Level 1 *Registration Required*

This is an English class for beginners who need to learn the basics. The class works on spelling and survival vocabulary. You will learn to communicate personal information, use present tense, and talk about personal details. Registration required. Please contact the ......More

This is an English class for beginners who need to learn the basics. The class works on spelling and survival vocabulary. You will learn to communicate personal information, use present tense, and talk about personal details. Registration required. Please contact the Literacy Department at [email protected] or call 617-859-2446 to register.