Storytimes near JAMAICA PLAIN BRANCH LIBRARY

Jamaica Plain, 30 South Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

The Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in partnership with the Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library, is pleased to present Symbiosis , the next exhibition of its 2026 rotating art series, featuring work by Brazilian-born artist Juliana Borgiani Geiger . Symbiosis explores the living relationship between unlike organisms and the ways in which plants, insects, and animals coexist and thrive together. The flower serves as the centerpiece—beautiful, resilient, and essential—using color, scent, and form to attract insects in a mutually beneficial relationship. Within Geiger’s work, these small yet ever-present creatures invite viewers to look closely and discover the hidden connections within each piece. Through this exploration of nature’s interconnected systems, Symbiosis reflects on the parallels between the natural world and human relationships. The exhibition encourages us to consider growth, resilience, and the importance of connection. As Zen Shibayama writes, “A flower does not think of competing with the flower next to it. It just blooms.” A native Brazilian artist who emigrated to the United States in 2000, Juliana has used painting as a source of strength and meaning while navigating significant health challenges since 2020. Like the flower and insect, she has found a symbiotic relationship with creativity—one that sustains, transforms, and helps her endure. Symbiosis invites viewers to ask: Is Juliana the flower, the insect, or perhaps both? Symbiosis is on view from July 9–September 9, 2026, with a public reception to be held on Thursday, July 9, 2026, 5:30-7:30 PM. The library is open Monday-Wednesday 10-6, Thursday 12-8, and Friday and Saturday 9-5 (closed Sundays). The exhibition space is located on the lower level. 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.

Jamaica Plain, 30 South Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Aquinnah Wampanoag marine scientist and artist  Elizabeth James-Perry  leads a creative coastal jewelry design workshop that incorporates traditional ecological knowledge. Participants will first learn about the history of coastal environment of Wampanoag lands and the Native relationship to place. Then, make your own unique jewelry to take home. Elizabeth will teach various knotting, braiding and weaving techniques. Choose from a variety of local, naturally beach-polished shells from the Atlantic Ocean, glass beads, and other materials from the artist’s collection.  All materials will be provided. This Community History program was generously supported by the Baxter Fund. About the Artist 2023 National Endowments for the Arts Heritage Awardee and Internationally known artist and educator Elizabeth James-Perry is enrolled with the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head -Aquinnah in Massachusetts. She creates heirloom quality adornment in wampum and textiles reflecting Algonquian diplomatic heritage. In cultivating many of the plants used in natural dyes at her home, her gardens serve to seed the suburbs with important Native species. The rest are wild harvested in a sustainable way. As a member of a Nation that has long lived on and harvested the sea, Elizabeth’s is a perspective that combines Algonquian traditional ecological knowledge, genealogy, art and science in her ways of relating to life on the North Atlantic.  Elizabeth's work has been commissioned by several museums including Massachusetts Maritime Center, Rhode Island School of Design, Peabody Essex Museum, Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Montclair Art Museum. The artist holds a degree in Marine Science from the University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth, and a certificate for Digital Tribal Stewardship from Washington State University. Learn more about the artist at  www.elizabethjamesperry.com . 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. Programming at the Boston Public Library is funded through private support. To learn more about supporting the Library, please  visit the Boston Public Library Fund's website .

Jamaica Plain, 30 South Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Practice speaking English with other adult learners in an informal and friendly group setting led by a volunteer teacher. 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 literacyservices@bpl.org.

Jamaica Plain, This program will happen downstairs in the community room, 30 South Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Are you searching for something to do with your preschoolers or babies around 5 pm?  Come to the Jamaica Plain branch on Monday evenings at 5 pm for our pajama story time! We will hear three stories, do a variety of fingerplays and songs, have fun with props, and then have parachute time!  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.

Jamaica Plain, This program happens downstairs in the community room, 30 South Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Every Tuesday come celebrate story time with Librarian Chris at 10:30 am! We hear three stories, do a variety of songs and finger plays, have fun with props, and have parachute time. Come have all the fun!  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.

Jamaica Plain, 30 South Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Come join us for LEGO club every Tuesday at 4 pm!   This is a passive program where we bring out a bunch of LEGOS and kids can built what they want and have fun!  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.

Jamaica Plain, 30 South Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Centering Queer, Trans, and BIPOC authors, this hour will include a circle of sharing, a reading, a 10-20 minute silent meditation, and a closing circle. All are welcome to this intersectional, intergenerational, multicultural, and expansive space. Free and open to all. Co-led by Tam Willey, Toadstool Walks and Tracy Rich, Welcoming Journey Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact jamaicaplain@bpl.org or 617-524-2053. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

Jamaica Plain, This program is held in the community room downstairs., 30 South Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Join us every Wednesday at 10:30 am for Pre-School Storytime.     We will hear three stories and many songs and fingerplays from librarian Chris.   Closing out story time will be prop play and parachute time!  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.

Jamaica Plain, This program happens in the children's room, 30 South Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Every Wednesday at 4 pm, come to the Jamaica Plain branch library and make a fun craft!  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.

Jamaica Plain, 30 South Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Starting on July 1, 2026, Notary Service Drop-In Hours will be held at the Jamaica Plain Branch Library every Wednesday from 4 pm to 5:30 pm. Check back here or at the branch events page for the most up-to-date information regarding cancellations. Come by any time during our open notary hours to get documents notarized for free, no appointment needed. Please note the following: All forms must be complete except for signatures to be notarized. Do not sign the form until you are in the presence of a notary. You and any other signers must have an up-to-date, government-issued photo ID with you, such as a passport, driver's license, or state ID. If your document(s) require witnesses, you must provide them yourself. If you need certified copies of documents notarized, please bring in the originals as well. We can only notarize documents in English. Notarization is not guaranteed. We reserve the right to deny notarization if any of the above are not met, or if the legality of the situation is in question. Additionally, we will not notarize outside of drop-in hours. During busy periods, we may limit notarizations to 5 stamps per person or group at one time. The notary cannot offer legal advice. If you are unsure about signing a document or have legal questions, we recommend speaking to a lawyer before getting the document(s) notarized. If you have any questions, you can email jamaicaplain@bpl.org or call the Branch at 617-524-2053 . Programming at the Boston Public Library is funded through private support. To learn more about supporting the Library, please visit the Boston Public Library Fund's website: https://bplfund.org/ 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.

Jamaica Plain, 30 South Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Practice speaking English with other adult learners in an informal and friendly group setting led by a volunteer teacher. 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 literacyservices@bpl.org.

Jamaica Plain, This program will happen downstairs in the community room, 30 South Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Are you searching for something to do with your preschoolers or babies around 5 pm?  Come to the Jamaica Plain branch on Monday evenings at 5 pm for our pajama story time! We will hear three stories, do a variety of fingerplays and songs, have fun with props, and then have parachute time!  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.

Jamaica Plain, This program happens downstairs in the community room, 30 South Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Every Tuesday come celebrate story time with Librarian Chris at 10:30 am! We hear three stories, do a variety of songs and finger plays, have fun with props, and have parachute time. Come have all the fun!  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.

Jamaica Plain, 30 South Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Come join us for LEGO club every Tuesday at 4 pm!   This is a passive program where we bring out a bunch of LEGOS and kids can built what they want and have fun!  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.

Jamaica Plain, 30 South Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Centering Queer, Trans, and BIPOC authors, this hour will include a circle of sharing, a reading, a 10-20 minute silent meditation, and a closing circle. All are welcome to this intersectional, intergenerational, multicultural, and expansive space. Free and open to all. Co-led by Tam Willey, Toadstool Walks and Tracy Rich, Welcoming Journey Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact jamaicaplain@bpl.org or 617-524-2053. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.