The Public Library of Brookline Newsletter
Monday, October 6th 2025

Hello reader!

Read on for what's happening at the library.

Upcoming Library Closings: All three library locations will be closed on Monday, October 13 in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day, and on Wednesday, October 15 for a Staff In-Service Day.

Upcoming Events

Dear Banned Author

Brookline Village - Banned Books Week 2025
Monday - Thursday, October 6-9, 2:00 - 5:00 PM
Come to the Children's, Tween, or Teen Rooms (all ages) and write a postcard to the author of a banned book!

Girls Who Code - Grades 6-12

Brookline Village
Monday, October 6, 6:30 PM to 7:45 PM
Join us for twice-monthly Girls Who Code club meetings! This Girls Who Code club is for members age 12 to 18 (in grades 6-12) only.

Banned Buttons

Brookline Village - Banned Books Week 2025
Tuesday, October 7, 3:00 PM to 7:45 PM
Make a button showcasing your favorite banned or challenged book!

Mahjong Night

Brookline Village
Tuesday, October 7, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
This is a new, twice-monthly group for experienced Mahjong players. Space is limited and registration is required.

Sports and Stats Workshop

Putterham
Tuesday, October 7, 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM
Join our workshop for grades 5-8 to play sports, collect data, and analyze real-world statistics!
Registration encouraged but not required - walk-ins are welcome!

Crochet Club

Brookline Village
Tuesday, October 7, 4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Kids (8+), tweens, and teens, come join our new crochet club every other Tuesday! Each time we meet we'll review crochet basics and learn something new. Supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your own project from home!

Freedom Lawn Signs

Brookline Village - Banned Books Week 2025
Wednesday, October 8, 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
An afternoon of sign-making in the Teen Room in celebration of Banned Books Week! For 8th - 12th graders only.
Generously sponsored by the Brookline Library Foundations and For Freedoms.

Building Creativity Through Stories

Brookline Village
Wednesday, October 8, 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
This family event led by local author Tanya Montás Paris celebrates the power of stories to spark creativity - in both English and Spanish! Registration encouraged but walk-ins are welcome!

Japanese Storytime – 日本語おはなし会

Putterham
Thursday, October 9, 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Join us for fun stories and songs in Japanese!
For children ages 0-5.

Baby Time

Coolidge Corner
Thursday, October 9, 1:15 PM to 1:45 PM
Caregivers and little ones are invited to join us for a session filled with songs, bounces, tickles, stories, and new friends!
For babies ages 0-2 who aren't yet walking.

Inspiring Vitality: The Timeless Beauty of the Silk Road Art

Brookline Village
Thursday, October 9, 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Join Hudson and Qi Chen as they offer the local community a catalyst for multicultural collaboration and development through a series of captivating presentations and experiential activities. Registration is required.

Mandarin Program for Kids

Brookline Village
Friday, October 10, 3:00 PM to 3:45 PM
Discover exciting stories, learn new words, and have fun interacting—all in Mandarin!
For kids ages 5-9.

Music of Four Centuries with Classical Guitarist Peter Fletcher

Brookline Village
Saturday, October 11, 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Critically-acclaimed American classical guitarist Peter Fletcher presents an audience-friendly, solo recital including repertoire that runs the gamut from the Renaissance Period through the 20th Century.
Generously sponsored by the Brookline Library Foundation.

Make a Halloween Garland with Alex Makes Art

Brookline Village
Thursday, October 16, 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Transform cardboard die-cuts into festive garlands and create a one-of-a-kind decoration to take home.
This event is generously sponsored by the Brookline Library Foundation.

Making Autobiographical Comics with Jonathan Todd

Putterham
Friday, October 17, 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Learn how to make your own graphic memoir with Jonathan Todd, author/illustrator and graphic novelist!
Best suited for kids ages 8 and up. This program is generously sponsored by the Brookline Library Foundation.

¡I Love Flamenco!: Flamenco for Everybody

Brookline Village
Saturday, October 18, 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Absorb the dramatic postures and colorful flavor of flamenco with Eve Costarelli of Always Be Dancing.
Tickets available at the Children's Desk at 1:30 PM.
For all ages and abilities. This program is generously sponsored by the Brookline Library Foundation.

Want more Library Programs?

Head to our events calendar to see our regular weekly and monthly programs, including storytimes, social groups, and book clubs for kids and adults!
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