May 2024

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Thursday, May 26:00—8:45 PMFogelberg ABurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
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Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Tabletop Board Game Group for Adults (A, B, MCI)

Tabletop Board Game Group for Adults (A, B, MCI)Drop-in for an evening of strategic tabletop fun at the Burlington Public Library Board Game Group. Whether you're a seasoned gamer or a curious newcomer, we welcome those age 16+ to get hooked on the amazing hobby of tabletop board games.
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Friday, May 312:00—1:00 PMFogelberg ABurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Cookbook Book Club

Cookbook Book ClubStop by the Library before to checkout the cookbook of the month which will be at the Circulation Desk! (Copies will be in stock by 1/10 for the first session). Everyone is encouraged to choose something from the cookbook to bring along to sample - and it's okay if more than one person makes the same thing!  Please ensure you list every ingredient you include.…Learn More
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Sunday, May 51:30—4:00 PMFogelberg ABurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Sunday Cinema - The Color Purple

Sunday Cinema -  The Color PurpleFrom Page to Screen Series:A free screening of the film THE COLOR PURPLE.   Rated PG-13. No registration required.   Free popcorn provided while supplies last. Musical adaptation of Alice Walker's novel about the life-long struggles of an African American woman living in the south during the early 1900s.
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Monday, May 67:00—8:30 PMFogelberg ABurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

BPL Chess Club (A)

BPL Chess Club (A)Come join us in person and test your skills in a friendly night of chess. No registration needed, just drop in and see who is up for a game. Chess boards will be provided. All ages are welcome.  Questions? Email Justin at jacosta@burlingtonpl. org
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Tuesday, May 76:30—8:30 PMFogelberg ABurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Basic English Course Week 9

Basic English Course starts March 12This class is currently full. We're so pleased to offer our free Basic English course. The course meets for 12 weeks on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 - 8:30 pm at Burlington Public Library. Our teacher is Sue MacDonald, who has been an English as a Second Language teacher for many years.…Learn More
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Saturday, May 1111:00 AM—12:00 PMFogelberg ABurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Family Saxophone Concert

Family Saxophone Concert All Ages WelcomeThe Boston Saxophone Quartet will be performing their show "Seniors and Young People - Linking Generations Through Music" . This special concert is meant for everyone in the whole family to enjoy together.  Registration Opens April 27This program is funded in part by a grant from the Burlington Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.
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Sunday, May 122:30—4:30 PMFogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Family Maker Meetup: Birdhouses

Family Maker Meetup: BirdhousesNormally our Maker Meetup series is for adults only, but today we're hosting a special family crafting afternoon!  The project: BIRDHOUSES!  Register as a group (not an individual), and your table will get one wooden birdhouse to decorate with provided materials and guided instruction.…Learn More
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Monday, May 13All DayZoom

Friends Board Meeting on ZOOM

Friends of the Burlington Public Library monthly Board meeting on Zoom.
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Tuesday, May 146:30—8:30 PMFogelberg ABurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Basic English Course Week 10

Basic English Course starts March 12We're so pleased to offer our free Basic English course. The course meets for 12 weeks on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 - 8:30 pm at Burlington Public Library. Our teacher is Sue MacDonald, who has been an English as a Second Language teacher for many years.…Learn More

Tuesday, May 147:00—8:30 PMZoom

Lecture: "He Now Belongs to the Ages" - The Lincoln Assassination

Lecture: "He Now Belongs to the Ages" - The Lincoln AssassinationDigital online event!Zoom Link: Register HereFor this webinar, we will be joined by author/historian Christopher Daley who will present the acclaimed lecture "He Now Belongs to the Ages".   What you think you know about the Lincoln assassination is just the beginning.…Learn More
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Wednesday, May 157:00—8:00 PMPeriodicals RoomBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Fables & Fantasy Book Club - GodKiller

Fables & Fantasy Book Club - GodKillerJoin Daphne and discuss a fantasy book every third Wednesday! The book for May is Godkiller by Hannah Kaner. Summary: "Gods are forbidden in the kingdom of Middren. Formed by human desires and fed by their worship, there are countless gods in the world--but after a great war, the new king outlawed them and now pays "godkillers" to destroy any who try to rise from the shadows.…Learn More
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Thursday, May 163:00—4:30 PMFogelberg ABurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Maker Meetup for Adults - Afternoon Session

Maker Meetup for Adults - Afternoon SessionMaker Meetup for Adults!Project TBD. For patrons 18+ only.   Registration opens two weeks before the event.   Two identical sessions held on the same day.   Please just register for one.   All supplies provided thanks to the Friends of the Burlington Public Library.

Thursday, May 166:30—8:30 PMFogelberg ABurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Maker Meetup for Adults - Evening Session

Maker Meetup for Adults - Evening SessionMaker Meetup for Adults!Project TBD. For patrons 18+ only.   Registration opens two weeks before the event.   Two identical sessions held on the same day.   Please just register for one.   All supplies provided thanks to the Friends of the Burlington Public Library.
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Sunday, May 192:00—3:30 PMFogelberg ABurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
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Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Jim Coogan Presents "When Women Went to Sea"

Jim Coogan Presents "When Women Went to Sea"When Women Went to Sea During the great age of sail in the 19th century, hundreds of women sailed with their seafaring husbands on voyages that took them around the globe. In their journeys they faced storms, pirates, shipwrecks, sea sicknesses, and loneliness far from home, family, and friends.…Learn More
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Monday, May 207:00—8:15 PMZoom

Virtual Trivia Night - Zoom

Virtual Trivia Night - ZoomJoin us on Zoom for a fun friendly night of trivia! Play solo, or with a team. Trivia questions will be read aloud and displayed in a slide show presentation in Zoom. No webcams or microphones necessary. Please note: While all ages are welcome, trivia questions are geared toward adults in content and challenge rating.…Learn More
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Tuesday, May 216:30—8:30 PMFogelberg ABurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Basic English Course Week 11

Basic English Course starts March 12We're so pleased to offer our free Basic English course. The course meets for 12 weeks on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 - 8:30 pm at Burlington Public Library. Our teacher is Sue MacDonald, who has been an English as a Second Language teacher for many years.…Learn More

Tuesday, May 216:30—7:30 PMFogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Meet the Chef from Burlington Mall - Legal Sea Foods

Meet the Chef from Burlington Mall - Legal Sea FoodsA new series! MEET THE CHEF from BURLINGTON MALL Join us for a wonderful all ages event where you can watch a chef from Burlington Mall showcase their skills right in front of your eyes! There will also be a Q&A period so start prepping your questions!  Just drop in!Tonight we are joined by LEGAL SEA FOODSChef – Shane Queiros Legal Sea Foods Executive Chef, Shane Queiros is a self-motivated Chef who leads by example.…Learn More
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Wednesday, May 221:30—3:00 PMFogelberg ABurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Book Bingo and Browse

Book Bingo and BrowseBook Bingo and Browse is a tailored Outreach event series designed for residents of assisted living and retirement facilities! We will provide older individuals 65+ a chance to gather at the Library, engage in lively rounds of Book Bingo, and peruse the collection. Our dedicated staff will be present to provide personalized reader's advisory and ensure a delightful afternoon Library experience! While this event is geared towards outside groups shuttling here, we welcome drop-ins!
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Saturday, May 25Library Closed

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Sunday, May 26Library Closed

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Monday, May 27Library Closed

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Tuesday, May 286:30—8:30 PMFogelberg ABurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Basic English Course Week 12

Basic English Course starts March 12We're so pleased to offer our free Basic English course. The course meets for 12 weeks on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 - 8:30 pm at Burlington Public Library. Our teacher is Sue MacDonald, who has been an English as a Second Language teacher for many years.…Learn More
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Thursday, May 307:00—8:00 PMFogelberg ABurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Burlington Night Owls Book Club/Last Thursday Book Group

Burlington Night Owls Book Club/Last Thursday Book GroupThe Last Thursday Book is now the Burlington Night Owls Book Club! Join us for lively conversation around the featured title. No registration required - just drop in!
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