Sewing Classes for Adults

Thu · Oct 22·10:30 AM – 12:30 PM·Honan-Allston, Allston · Boston

Learn how to sew in this 6-week series for adults. Our experienced instructor Miriam will teach you how to use a sewing machine and follow a simple pattern. You’ll leave with several projects to take home and use. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Honan-Allston Branch Library, Harvard University, and the…

Thu · Oct 8·10:30 AM – 12:30 PM·Codman Square, Dorchester · Boston

All are welcome to join a supportive group of senior quilters. Feel free to bring any textile arts projects you are working on, e.g., quilting, sewing, crocheting, knitting, etc., to get feedback or help from other group members. Snacks and good conversation are also on the agenda at this fun gathering! Accessibility N…

Thu · Oct 8·3 PM – 5 PM·Mattapan, Event takes place in the Alice W. Yancey Community Meeting Room., Mattapan · Boston

Come down to the library and share your sewing projects with other seniors. The group meets every Monday and Thursday in the Community Meeting Room. No registration required. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the depar…

Thu · Oct 8·6 PM – 8:30 PM·Institute of Contemporary Art Boston

Thu · Oct 8·Sam Adams Statue, outside Faneuil Hall, 1 Faneuil Hall Square, Boston, MA 02109

Join a National Park Service Ranger as they share Boston’s diverse history through unique guided tours. Pirate or Patriot? July 2 & October 8 Did you know that colonial Boston was a hub of activity for the most notorious pirates in the 1700s? During this “Golden Age of Piracy” pirates lived in Boston, were imprisoned h…

Thu · Oct 8·3 PM – 5 PM·Central Library in Copley Square, Teen Central, Makerspace Lab, Boston

Join us in the Makerspace Lab in Teen Central to design and sew your own ugly doll! Add a keychain clip to transform it into a backpack pendant charm. Never sewed before? Not a problem! This is a beginner project and will introduce several hand stictches that come in useful for garment repair, hemming, or replacing a b…

Thu · Oct 8·3:30 PM – 4:30 PM·North End, Boston

Join Ms. Ashley for a fun crafternoon. Materials will be provided for a special craft, but kids and caregivers are welcome to share their own ideas and projects with other participants! Recommended for children ages 5-12. All children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration is required . Accessibility Notice :…

Tue · Sep 29·1 PM – 2:30 PM·Faneuil, Brighton · Boston

Join others for fun games like Rummikub and enjoy lively conversation, too. Bring your favorite game, if you have one! 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. Pl…

Tue · Sep 29·1 PM – 2:30 PM·Central Library in Copley Square, MassEdCO, Lower Level, Kirstein Business Library and Innovation Center, Boston

Join us for a weekly short story reading class, designed for adult English learners. Intermediate to Advanced English level is required for this class. Registration is required , as space is limited. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language se…

Tue · Sep 29·1 PM – 5 PM·Boston Public Library (all 26 locations)

The Fields Corner Branch may be closed but the library is still here! Do you have questions about using your computer, cell phone, tablet, or eBooks? Would you like to take advantage of one of the many online resources available with a BPL card? Fields Corner Branch librarians can help! A selection of Lucky Day books w…