Featured Programs

An Evening with Nelson DeMille and Alex DeMille

Thursday, October 12 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Main Library, DiMattia Building

Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium

Meet New York Times bestselling authors Nelson DeMille and Alex DeMille, who will discuss their latest book, Blood Lines. It features the return of special agents Brodie and Taylor who are on the hunt for the murderer of a fellow agent. The conversation will be moderated by author Greg Wands. Book sale and signing by Elm Street Books. Registration required.

An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe

Friday, October 13 from 5 to 6 p.m.

Harry Bennett Branch

Historic re-enactor Campbell Harmon brings the master of the macabre, Edgar Allan Poe, back to life for an evening of mystery and horror. Hear tales about the author's life, legacy and death as well as his poetry and writings. Teens and adults. Registration required.

National Hispanic Heritage Month Programs

Marinera Dance by Taller Portal Norteño

Saturday, October 7 from 3 to 4 p.m.

Main Library, DiMattia Building

Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium

Dancers from the Taller Portal Norteño Academy will perform the Peruvian marinera, a partner dance that reenacts courtship through stylized movement and colorful costumes. All ages. Registration appreciated.

Presented in partnership with the Mayor's Multicultural Council.

Latin American Film Festival

Wednesday, October 11 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Main Library, DiMattia Building

Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium

Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown

In this 1988 madcap comedy by filmmaker Pedro Almodóvar, Pepa resolves to kill herself with sleeping pill-laced gazpacho after her lover leaves her. Fortunately, she is interrupted by a chaotic series of events. Starring Carmen Maura, Antonio Banderas and Julieta Serrano. Rated R.

An Evening with Juan David Corrales

Friday, October 13 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

South End Branch

Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month during a performance by pianist and soloist Juan David Corrales.

Mental Health & Wellness Series

The following programs are presented in partnership with the Network of the National Library of Medicine.

Happening Today!

Zumba Dance Party

Saturday, October 7 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Main Library, DiMattia Building

Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium

Dance your way to fitness with instructor Pamela Arenas. No excuses! Registration required.

Also on: Saturday, October 14 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Same location: Registration required.

Community Mindfulness Project: Meditation

Tuesday, October 10 from 12 to 1 p.m.

Main Library, DiMattia Building

Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium

A brief discussion about meditation practice followed by a guided meditation with a chance to share and reflect. Please arrive five minutes early.

Lunchtime Yoga

Wednesday, October 11 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.

Main Library, DiMattia Building

Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium

Yoga instructor Ngan Nguyen will lead a class in the Hatha style. Please bring a mat and water. Registration required.

Other Programs

Harry Bennett Branch Book Discussion

Monday, October 9 from 6 to 7 p.m. via Zoom

The Age of Innocence by Edith Wharton

In this classic Gilded Age novel, an aristocratic lawyer is torn between duty to his dull fiancée and love for her scandalous cousin.

Join the discussion here.

English Language Learners

Let's Talk: Conversation Groups

Conversation groups for English language learners. Registration not required. New students welcome.

Fall Sessions via Zoom

Tuesday, October 10

New students: from 12 to 12:30 p.m.

High beginner: from 12:30 to 1:45 p.m.

Low intermediate: from 2:30 to 4 p.m.

Advanced: from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m.

Wednesday, October 11

High intermediate: from 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Beginner: from 3 to 4:30 p.m.

Evening Sessions: In Person

Practice your communication skills in a group setting at the Main Library and Harry Bennett Branch.

Tuesday, October 10 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Main Library, DiMattia Building

Lower Level Community Area

Harry Bennett Branch

Thursday, October 12 from 6 to 7:00 p.m.

Game Night: Werewolf

Tuesday, October 10 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Main Library, DiMattia Building

First Floor New Materials Room

Play a game from the library's collection, bring your own, or learn how to play this month's featured game, Werewolf. Teens and adults. Registration required.

Read with Libby

Wednesday, October 11 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Harry Bennett Branch

Learn how to use Libby, a free app available for Android and iOS (iPhone/iPad) devices that allows you to borrow e-books, audiobooks and magazines from the library.

Bring your smartphone or tablet, and your library card.

Public Library Tour

Wednesday, October 11 from 10 to 10:30 a.m.

Main Library, DiMattia Building

First Floor Lobby

Join a library staff member on a tour of the library to learn about all the valuable resources available to you and where to find them. Teens and adults. Registration required.

Canasta Club

Wednesday, October 11 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Harry Bennett Branch

Come play this fun mix of bridge and rummy. All levels welcome.

Origami Hour: Halloween

Wednesday, October 11 from 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Harry Bennett Branch

Learn the ancient Japanese art of paper folding, including techniques and designs that celebrate Halloween. Registration required.

Mah-Jongg Club

Thursday, October 12 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Harry Bennett Branch

Experienced players are invited to play the popular tile-based game of mah-jongg.

Beginners are welcome from 1 to 3 p.m.

Spanish Book Discussion

Thursday, October 12 from 5 to 6 p.m.

Main Library, DiMattia Building

Ann M. Sexton Board Room

Las Madres by Esmeralda Santiago

From the award-winning, bestselling author of When I Was Puerto Rican, a powerful novel of family, race, faith, sex and disaster that moves between Puerto Rico and the Bronx, revealing the lives and loves of five women and the secret that binds them together. 

Dungeons & Dragons

Thursday, October 12 from 6 to 7:45 p.m.

Main Library, DiMattia Building

Lower Level Community Area

Join a band of fantastical heroes who brave dangerous situations with swords, spells and wits. New players are always welcome. Ages 18 and older. Registration required.

Classic Movie Matinee

Friday, October 13 from 2 to 4 p.m.

Harry Bennett Branch

The Mummy

Boris Karloff plays a dual role in this thriller about a prince who is brought back to life after nearly 3,700 years and wreaks havoc upon the members of the British field exposition who disturbed his tomb. Also starring Zita Johann and David Manners.

Not rated.