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Martin’s Park glows with 1,500 ft of blue‑white tube lights, Santa arrives by boat, Berklee artists perform classics, beverages flow, rangers and fire crew offer crafts, for ages 3–13.
Stories, singing, fingerplays, and bonding activities for babies and toddlers at Codman Square, Dorchester, ages 36 months and under.
Stories, rhymes, and songs fill the Rey Room at the Central Library, all ages 0–7.
Jungle Jim delivers a high‑energy balloon magic show with storytelling, exercises, magic tricks and interactive play at High Street Place, for ages 3–9.
Build, play, and stretch creativity with LEGO and DUPLO blocks in the Rey Room, Central Library, Boston, for ages 3–12.
Build with LEGO bricks, baseplates, Duplo, Lincoln Logs, magnetic tiles, and soft blocks in the Charlestown BPL second‑floor program room, for ages 6–12.
Guided one-hour tour of Central Library in Copley Square explores Boston Public Library’s history, art, and architecture, ages 18 and up.
Homework assistance from a Boston Public Schools teacher at Lower Mills library, drop‑in, no registration required, ages 6–18.
Dip apple slices in chocolate and decorate with sprinkles, caramel, and more at the Newton Free Library Teen Area, for ages 9–18.
Two‑day chess camp covers piece movement, castling, promotion, puzzles, then full games, led by library staff and local high school volunteers, for ages 7–10.
Drop‑in crafting session with supplies provided or bring your own, open to all ages.
Mini-looms crafted from recycled cardboard while learning weaving basics in the Adams Street Community Room, Dorchester, ages 6–18.
