Big Joe the Storyteller has stories that will delight and amaze his audience. Some stories are classics that are very familiar, some stories have never been heard, and some were written by Big Joe himself. No matter what type of stories Big Joe tells, they all have one thing in common; they are fun and exciting. Recommended for ages 3 and up.
Author Lecture:
Join biologist Nathan H. Lents on Thursday, June 16th at 6 p.m. for a discussion of his book, Not So Different: Finding Human Nature in Animals. Through a mix of colorful reporting and rigorous scientific research, Lents describes the exciting strides scientists have made in decoding animal behavior. Whether Lents is discussing love, grief, greed or envy, he provides ample evidence that animals have a rich inner life. Following the lecture, Prof. Lents will sign books. A limited number are available for purchase on-site.
Facebook Workshop:
Join us for Intro to Facebook on Friday, June 17th at 10:00 am. We will go over all of the ins & outs of how to get the most out of your experience on the world's most popular social network. For more information, call (617)569-0271.
Irish Music Concert:
Join us on Saturday, June 18th at 3 p.m. for an hour of Irish folk music performed by Boston’s Erin Og. The band’s repertoire includes songs of Ireland’s 800 years of oppression as well as a wide range of Irish folk music.
The Student Immigrant Movement is presenting Indivisible: Love Knows No Borders at the East Boston Branch Library on Monday, June 20th at 6 p.m. This documentary is about the fight to reunite families separated by deportation.
Teen Book Discussion and Movie: The Hobbit
Join us as we discuss J.R.R. Tolkien's classic fantasy novel on Tuesday, June 21 @ 2:30 pm. We will view the film on the next day, June 22nd, @ 2:30 pm. Refreshments will be served with the film on the 22nd. Copies of the book are available for checkout now at the library.
Matt Heaton Concert:
Matt Heaton joins us for a rollicking children’s concert on Wednesday, June 22nd at 10:30 a.m. . Mr. Heaton’s music mixes surf, Amerian roots and Irish traditional. It is delivered with a sense of humor, and is fun for both kids and adults. For ages 2-5, accompanied by an adult.
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USCIS Immigration Information Session:
Saturday, June 25th from 9-1.
A U.S. Citizenship and Immigration officer will be at the branch to answer questions on immigration issues including eligibility requirements; filing procedures; finding knowledgeable, low-cost and safe legal advice and how to avoid scams. This is a cooperative effort of USCIS, BPL and the Mayor's Office for Immigrant Advancement.
