Teens

Safe Place at the Boston Public Library

Safe Place quickly connects youth ages 12-17 to needed help of safety and shelter through our partnership with Bridge Over Troubled Waters.

BPL Teen Galahad Creative Writing Contest

This contest is open to teens ages 12-17, grades 6th to 12th grade. The deadline is Monday, January 20, 2025.

Yssis Cano-Santiago in the Central Library

The Associates of the Boston Public Library recently announced that Yssis Cano-Santiago has been awarded the 2024-25 Writer-in-Residence.

National Origami Day

Whether you are a pro, just getting started, or simply want to learn, check out these books and documentaries on the art of paper folding.

Queer Lit Review: March 2025

This month: a queer Arthurian retelling, shepherdesses saving women amid animal attacks, and a pop culture essay collection

Black History Month, Its Founder, & Civil Rights Roots in MA

During February, the US takes a moment to explore, learn, appreciate, and acknowledge the culture and history of the African diaspora.

Resources for People Facing Detention or Deportation

While the library cannot provide legal advice, we can point you toward resources to help you in this difficult time.
A photo of a young boy taken from above him. He is practicing the letter forms of the Arabic letter kāf. He is writing on white paper with a red marker. The table he works on is bright yellow.

Learning Arabic: Free Resources at the Boston Public Library

In honor of Muslim American Heritage Month this January, this blog post reviews some of the BPL's resources that can help you learn Arabic.
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