An Empowered Approach to Diabetes Education and Your Health

This session of Navigating Diabetes Through Food and Community will be facilitated by Dr. Lucy Lomas, who will speak about the value of community and the power of knowledge when living with diabetes. Dr. Lomas will be joined by Nutritionist Christine Sinclair, MA, MS, ......More

This session of Navigating Diabetes Through Food and Community will be facilitated by Dr. Lucy Lomas, who will speak about the value of community and the power of knowledge when living with diabetes. Dr. Lomas will be joined by Nutritionist Christine Sinclair, MA, MS, RD, LDN. Patrons are invited to join one or more sessions where they will learn from professionals who value scientific research, and the important role community plays when treating diabetes. Sessions will cover a range of topics including community building, healthy cooking demonstrations, Qi Gong movement, and more. According to the CDC, 37.3 million Americans, 11.3% of the population, have diabetes, and 96 million Americans over the age of 18 are living with prediabetes. Whether patrons have been diagnosed with diabetes, prediabetes, or live with someone with these diagnoses, all are welcome. Registration is required for each session. Please note that this program will take place at in the community wellness space of the Grove Hall Stop & Shop located at 460 Blue Hill Avenue. Lucy Lomas MD is an OB GYN physician with over 10 years of clinical experience. She is a community leader and a health and wellness expert. Lucy serves as the director of community health and wellness for the New England Medical Association, a network of Black physicians. She is also leading a wellness initiative to bring a wellness center to Roxbury that prioritizes the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being of patients and healthcare workers. She graduated from the University of Southern California for Medicine (2009) and Biomedical engineering (2004). Lucy loves creating joyful experiences for her children, family and friends. Christine Sinclair, MA, MS, RD, LDN leads health and wellness programs and initiatives for Stop & Shop in the Grove Hall and Boston areas. As a registered dietitian nutritionist, she is an advocate for cultural integration and community nutrition and has a passion for addressing chronic conditions through a food as medicine approach. She enjoys offering cooking demonstrations, developing and delivering nutrition programs and partnering with customers on creating a plan for healthful eating for life all while encouraging them to reach other life goals through a healthy lifestyle lens. She loves entertaining friends, cooking with her family and finding more ways to share laughs and have more gratitude moments. This event series is presented in partnership with Stop & Shop Nutrition Partners and is funded by Point32Health Foundation. Programming like this is additionally enabled through the generosity of a variety of public and private funding. To learn more and support our programming, visit the Boston Public Library Fund website. This event is accessible to people with disabilities. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact Stephanie Chace at [email protected]. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

Age Strong Commission's Memory Café

The Memory Café is a free program for those living with memory loss, their loved ones, and care partners. Engage in social and artistic activities, while light refreshments are served.  For more info and to RSVP, contact Corinne White at [email protected] or by ......More

The Memory Café is a free program for those living with memory loss, their loved ones, and care partners. Engage in social and artistic activities, while light refreshments are served.  For more info and to RSVP, contact Corinne White at [email protected] or by calling 617-635-3745.

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Conversation Group

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 Jamaica Plain Branch Library.  Class requires basic English-speaking skills. Beginning students ......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 Jamaica Plain Branch Library.  Class requires basic English-speaking skills. Beginning students should contact the Literacy Services department for a list of beginner class options.  This is a drop-in program. No registration is required. For more information, contact the Jamaica Plain Branch Library at 617-524-2053 or Literacy Services at 617-859-2446 or [email protected].

Tech Help by Appointment

Have questions about your computer, cell phone, or using eBooks? Talk one-on-one with a librarian! Sign up for an informal session on Tuesdays by calling 617.524.2053 or email [email protected]. Laptops will be availa......More

Have questions about your computer, cell phone, or using eBooks? Talk one-on-one with a librarian! Sign up for an informal session on Tuesdays by calling 617.524.2053 or email [email protected]. Laptops will be available or bring your own device. ___________________ Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please use the contact info in the upper right hand pane. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

LEGO Club

Now's the time to think big and build that LEGO creation of your dreams! Children ages four and up are invited to join us in the Children's Room to build and play. We have the LEGOs, just bring your imagination!

Baby & Pre-School Storytime

Join us for a morning of stories, songs and games for all children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. If you are planning on bringing a group, please contact the branch at [email protected] before that date. Storytime Dates: Wednesdays, April 3, 17 and May 1, 15 and 22......More

Join us for a morning of stories, songs and games for all children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. If you are planning on bringing a group, please contact the branch at [email protected] before that date. Storytime Dates: Wednesdays, April 3, 17 and May 1, 15 and 22 at 10:30 AM: Led by Sherry Eskin Wednesdays, March 27, April 10, 24 and May 8 and 22 at 10:30 AM: Led by Ayelet Reiter Join us on April 24 for a special Gardening Storytime on the terrace! Rain date: May 8. 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.

Teen Game Hour

Drop in to the Makerspace for an hour of gaming with our Nintendo Switch or our collection of board games! Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the department listed in ......More

Drop in to the Makerspace for an hour of gaming with our Nintendo Switch or our collection of board games! 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.

JP Writers' Corner

A community space to work on any writing project you want -- fiction, non-fiction, journalism, zines, poetry... We'll sit and write for an hour and have some time at the end to talk about our writing. All levels of writers are welcome, whether new or experienced. ......More

A community space to work on any writing project you want -- fiction, non-fiction, journalism, zines, poetry... We'll sit and write for an hour and have some time at the end to talk about our writing. All levels of writers are welcome, whether new or experienced. We will not critique work but are set up to provide a community of writers. Email Larry at [email protected] or [email protected] to ask any questions.

Art Exhibit - Jennifer Pinck: Visual Research

The Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in collaboration with The Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library and Uforge, is thrilled to unveil the latest edition of its annual rotating art program for 2024. The library is proud to feature Gloucester-res......More

The Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in collaboration with The Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library and Uforge, is thrilled to unveil the latest edition of its annual rotating art program for 2024. The library is proud to feature Gloucester-resident, Jennifer Pinck, and her latest exhibit, "Visual Research,” highlighting Pinck's multifaceted experiences and her profound passion for painting. Drawing from a distinguished career that began with commercial painting, Jennifer Pinck is a pioneer in her field. As the first woman to obtain a full Boston Builder's License in 1986, she has left an indelible mark on New England's skyline. Her leadership roles on iconic projects such as the Deer Island Treatment Plant and the Big Dig demonstrate her exceptional expertise in construction management. Through her illustrious career, Pinck's artistic spirit has always burned brightly. A devoted supporter of the arts, she served as a Trustee of the Montserrat College of Art and currently chairs the Board of Directors at the Boston Center for the Arts. Together with her wife, Kelle, she indulges her passion for collecting art from galleries, studios, and even yard sales. "Visual Research" offers a glimpse into Jennifer Pinck's captivating journey as an artist. Nestled in her painting studio in the Annisquam Woods, she immerses herself in the interplay of light, color, and geometry. Through her vibrant canvases, Pinck invites viewers to explore the intricate connections between the natural and built environments. Her unique perspective, honed by decades of experience, transforms ordinary scenes into extraordinary works of art. Jennifer Pinck: Visual Research is on view from May 2-June 26, 2024, with a reception to be held on Thursday, May 2, 2024, 5:30-7:30 PM.  The exhibition space is located on the lower level. More information about Jennifer Pinck and her work can be found on her website. Additional information is also available on the Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch Library website. This exhibition is made possible through the generous support of The Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library, a non-profit organization committed to planning and sponsoring free educational and cultural programs for all patrons of the JP Library. Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact [email protected] or 617-524-2053. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

Sound and Silence: An Introduction to Sound Healing Meditation for Older Adults

A sound bath with singing bowls gently invites you into a meditative state with healing sound waves that calm your body and mind. This introduction to sound healing meditation is intended for older adults, age 60+. It is presented by the City of Boston Age Strong Com......More

A sound bath with singing bowls gently invites you into a meditative state with healing sound waves that calm your body and mind. This introduction to sound healing meditation is intended for older adults, age 60+. It is presented by the City of Boston Age Strong Commission along with The Mindful Neighbors Initiative, a program by Northeastern University's Center for Spirituality, Dialogue and Service.

Boston Teachers Union: Homework Help

Visit the Jamaica Plain Branch Library and get homework help from a Boston teacher.

Public Reception for Art Exhibit - Jennifer Pinck: Visual Research

Stop by the public reception for Jennifer Pinck: Visual Research and talk to the artist about their work while enjoying some light refreshments. More on the Exhibit: The Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in collaboration with The Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of......More

Stop by the public reception for Jennifer Pinck: Visual Research and talk to the artist about their work while enjoying some light refreshments. More on the Exhibit: The Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in collaboration with The Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library and Uforge, is thrilled to unveil the latest edition of its annual rotating art program for 2024. The library is proud to feature Gloucester-resident, Jennifer Pinck, and her latest exhibit, "Visual Research,” highlighting Pinck's multifaceted experiences and her profound passion for painting. Drawing from a distinguished career that began with commercial painting, Jennifer Pinck is a pioneer in her field. As the first woman to obtain a full Boston Builder's License in 1986, she has left an indelible mark on New England's skyline. Her leadership roles on iconic projects such as the Deer Island Treatment Plant and the Big Dig demonstrate her exceptional expertise in construction management. Through her illustrious career, Pinck's artistic spirit has always burned brightly. A devoted supporter of the arts, she served as a Trustee of the Montserrat College of Art and currently chairs the Board of Directors at the Boston Center for the Arts. Together with her wife, Kelle, she indulges her passion for collecting art from galleries, studios, and even yard sales. "Visual Research" offers a glimpse into Jennifer Pinck's captivating journey as an artist. Nestled in her painting studio in the Annisquam Woods, she immerses herself in the interplay of light, color, and geometry. Through her vibrant canvases, Pinck invites viewers to explore the intricate connections between the natural and built environments. Her unique perspective, honed by decades of experience, transforms ordinary scenes into extraordinary works of art. Jennifer Pinck: Visual Research is on view from May 2-June 26, 2024, with a reception to be held on Thursday, May 2, 2024, 5:30-7:30 PM.  The exhibition space is located on the lower level. More information about Jennifer Pinck and her work can be found on her website. Additional information is also available on the Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch Library website. This exhibition is made possible through the generous support of The Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library, a non-profit organization committed to planning and sponsoring free educational and cultural programs for all patrons of the JP Library. Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact [email protected] or 617-524-2053. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

Onehundredfour: A Goethe Institut Film Screening with Director Jonathan Schörnig Q&A Session

Join the Goethe Institut Boston and the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library for a free screening of Onehundredfour. Watch the ......More

Join the Goethe Institut Boston and the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library for a free screening of Onehundredfour. Watch the trailer here. About the film: The deadliest refugee route in the world claims thousands of lives every year. In the first half of 2023 alone, almost 2,000 people died in the Mediterranean because the European Union’s border policy systematically violates existing laws. Instead of helping shipwrecked persons, Frontex practices illegal pushbacks, finances the violent operations of the Libyan coast guard and takes massive action against private sea rescue missions that act where the EU fails. All this has been documented in the media and yet remains incomprehensible to all who were never forced to live through this situation themselves: How can one deny assistance to hundreds of people in peril of life, even threaten and criminalize the civilian helpers? Jonathan Schörnig was concerned with this dilemma of lack of perception and decided to bring a sea rescue to the screen as a real time documentary to show how agonizingly long it takes to rescue 104 persons from a sinking rubber boat. One by one, step by step, the film follows the action with several parallel cameras. When the Libyan coast guard turn up, the situation comes to a head. The rescued persons and the crew are stuck on the high seas for days because no Mediterranean country gives them permission to dock. It is only after a heavy storm that one port takes pity on them. What sounds like a bad script is actually – daily – reality. Documentary, Germany 2023, 93 min Directed by Jonathan Schörnig English, German with English subtitles Post-Screening Q&A with Director Jonathan Schörnig (virtual via zoom) Jonathan Schörnig was born in Leipzig in 1991. After graduating from high school in 2011, he completed several internships in television and film. In 2015, he completed his training as a media designer for image/sound and won the FineX trainee award. He then worked as a cameraman on various television formats and documentaries. In 2020, his short documentary "Never give up" was shown in several festivals. Jonathan Schörnig has been studying at the Bauhaus University in Weimar since 2021. One Hundred Four, Schörnig’s real-time documentation of a rescue at sea in the Mediterranean won the 2023 Goethe-Institut Documentary Film Prize at dok.Leipzig. 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.

Meditation Circle: Queer Folx, Trans Folx, and BIPOC

A place where our identities are welcome as we explore pausing and sitting together. This hour will include readings from a variety of sources, some from Buddhist and other traditions; along with sitting in silence, and a circle of sharing. Free and open to all. Co......More

A place where our identities are welcome as we explore pausing and sitting together. This hour will include readings from a variety of sources, some from Buddhist and other traditions; along with sitting in silence, and a circle of sharing. Free and open to all. Co-led by Tam Willey of Toadstool Walks and Tracy Rich of Welcoming Journey. Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact [email protected] or 617-524-2053. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Conversation Group

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 Jamaica Plain Branch Library.  Class requires basic English-speaking skills. Beginning students ......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 Jamaica Plain Branch Library.  Class requires basic English-speaking skills. Beginning students should contact the Literacy Services department for a list of beginner class options.  This is a drop-in program. No registration is required. For more information, contact the Jamaica Plain Branch Library at 617-524-2053 or Literacy Services at 617-859-2446 or [email protected].

Tech Help by Appointment

Have questions about your computer, cell phone, or using eBooks? Talk one-on-one with a librarian! Sign up for an informal session on Tuesdays by calling 617.524.2053 or email [email protected]. Laptops will be availa......More

Have questions about your computer, cell phone, or using eBooks? Talk one-on-one with a librarian! Sign up for an informal session on Tuesdays by calling 617.524.2053 or email [email protected]. Laptops will be available or bring your own device. ___________________ Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please use the contact info in the upper right hand pane. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

LEGO Club

Now's the time to think big and build that LEGO creation of your dreams! Children ages four and up are invited to join us in the Children's Room to build and play. We have the LEGOs, just bring your imagination!