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      <title><![CDATA[Information Session for Adult English Learners]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Are you an adult English Language Learner looking for resources, support, and ways to practice?

Join members of our Literacy Services team and ELL instructors for an informal information session! This is your chance to:

Ask questions about local resources and programs for adult English learners.

 — Boston Public Library - Mattapan, Mattapan]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Senior Sewing]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Event takes place in the Alice W. Yancey Community Meeting Room.. 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 access — Boston Public Library - Mattapan, Mattapan]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[LEGO Club]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 21:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Stop by our LEGO Club and build something cool with our collection of LEGO bricks!

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. Please allow at le — Boston Public Library - Mattapan, Mattapan]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Babysitting Class (Ages 11+)]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[School's out which means it's time to get a job!

Babysitting is a great first job, and this class will teach you the basics of taking care of kids so you can make some money!

For ages 11+.

The class is led by Maryellen McNally.

Please arrive before 11:00 AM so that we may begin on time.

Accessi — Boston Public Library - Mattapan, Mattapan]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Puzzles & Jazz]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Jigsaw puzzles and jazz music have a lot in common: They're both creative and fun, and they both get your brain waves engaged. So do your brain a favor: Join us for puzzles and jazz music!

Light snacks will be provided.

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      <title><![CDATA[Senior Sewing]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Event takes place in the Alice W. Yancey Community Meeting Room.. 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 access — Boston Public Library - Mattapan, Mattapan]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Green Thumb Gardening Club for Kids & Teens]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Help plant and care for the Mattapan Branch Library's garden. We will be getting ready to plant seeds and seedlings outside! Dress for the weather and to get dirty.

Best for ages 5+.

Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or languag — Boston Public Library - Mattapan, Mattapan]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Conversation Group]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Study Room 3. Practice speaking English with other adult learners in an informal and friendly group setting; led by a volunteer teacher.

Class requires basic English-speaking skills.

Beginning students should contact the Literacy Services department for a list of beginner class options.

This is a — Boston Public Library - Mattapan, Mattapan]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Drop-In Resume Help]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Need help creating or polishing your resume? Drop-in for resume help from a librarian every other Friday morning at the Mattapan Branch. Appointments will last approximately 20 minutes and are on a first-come first-served basis.

Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To requ — Boston Public Library - Mattapan, Mattapan]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Open Garden Hours at the Mattapan Branch]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Event takes place in the library's garden. Enter through the gate in the parking lot.. Stop by and help take care of the Mattapan Branch's garden! We'll be watering the garden, weeding the beds, and tending to our plants. No gardening experience necessary.

You can enter the library's back garden th — Boston Public Library - Mattapan, Mattapan]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Crafternoon: Art Based on a Book]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Cool off in the library and check off a Summer Reading Bingo square! "Make art based on a book" - you choose the book and we'll have plenty of art materials to help you get creative.

Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language — Boston Public Library - Mattapan, Mattapan]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Information Session for Adult English Learners]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Are you an adult English Language Learner looking for resources, support, and ways to practice?

Join members of our Literacy Services team and ELL instructors for an informal information session! This is your chance to:

Ask questions about local resources and programs for adult English learners.

 — Boston Public Library - Mattapan, Mattapan]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Senior Sewing]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Event takes place in the Alice W. Yancey Community Meeting Room.. 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 access — Boston Public Library - Mattapan, Mattapan]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Teen Gaming Tournament]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Test your video gaming skills in our monthly tournament. Enter to compete with peers for a chance to win a prize! 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 — Boston Public Library - Mattapan, Mattapan]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Summer Tech Series!]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 21:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Reference & Instruction Tech Room. This is an 8-week course is for beginners aiming to assist with comprehending and establish a starting point of skills. Students must be proficient with the mouse, keyboard, and computer navigation in order to fully benefit from this course. To use an existing Goog — Boston Public Library - Mattapan, Mattapan]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Manga Club for Adults]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 22:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Event takes place in Study Room 3. Join Mattapan's community-led Manga Book Club for adults. Meetings will include discussions, fun activities, video showings, and more! Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, con — Boston Public Library - Mattapan, Mattapan]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Sensory Playtime]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 21:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Autistic children and their caregivers are invited to enjoy the library and make new friends in a safe and welcoming space. Soft toys and board books will be available in our Meeting Room, where families can meet and get to know each other and Children’s Librarian Ms. Amy in a space where they can r — Boston Public Library - Mattapan, Mattapan]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Wingmasters]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Birds are not just related to dinosaurs; they are dinosaurs! Modern birds evolved from small, carnivorous dinosaurs in the Late Jurassic period. Wingmasters rehabilitate raptors that include eagles, hawks, falcons, and owls. This presentation will incorporate five live birds. Children aged 6-12 will — Boston Public Library - Mattapan, Mattapan]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Drop-In Resume Help]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Need help creating or polishing your resume? Drop-in for resume help from a librarian every other Friday morning at the Mattapan Branch. Appointments will last approximately 20 minutes and are on a first-come first-served basis.

Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To requ — Boston Public Library - Mattapan, Mattapan]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Sensory Playtime]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Autistic children and their caregivers are invited to enjoy the library and make new friends in a safe and welcoming space. Soft toys and board books will be available in our Meeting Room, where families can meet and get to know each other and Children’s Librarian Ms. Amy in a space where they can r — Boston Public Library - Mattapan, Mattapan]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Poetry Slam!]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 22:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Alice W. Yancey Community Meeting Room. Join us to showcase your poetic prowess and try for the first place prize, a $75 gift card!

If you are interested in participating in our program, please email our Generalist at tchery@bpl.org.

Please note that you may be required to send the poems you inten — Boston Public Library - Mattapan, Mattapan]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Green Thumb Gardening Club for Kids & Teens]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Help plant and care for the Mattapan Branch Library's garden. We will be getting ready to plant seeds and seedlings outside! Dress for the weather and to get dirty.

Best for ages 5+.

Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or languag — Boston Public Library - Mattapan, Mattapan]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Need help creating or polishing your resume? Drop-in for resume help from a librarian every other Friday morning at the Mattapan Branch. Appointments will last approximately 20 minutes and are on a first-come first-served basis.

Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To requ — Boston Public Library - Mattapan, Mattapan]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Dinoman]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Dinoman will talk about the age of the earth, how it is divided into eras, how fossils are formed, dinosaur behavior, and the newest finds. Children will follow Dinoman by finding several life-size dinosaurs. For children aged 5-11 years old.

Summer Reading at the BPL is generously supported by the — Boston Public Library - Mattapan, Mattapan]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Need help creating or polishing your resume? Drop-in for resume help from a librarian every other Friday morning at the Mattapan Branch. Appointments will last approximately 20 minutes and are on a first-come first-served basis.

Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To requ — Boston Public Library - Mattapan, Mattapan]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Baking Together: Mini Crumbles]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 21:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Alice. W. Yancey Community Room. Join us to learn how to make fruit crumbles and cross out a box in your Summer Reading Bingo!

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 — Boston Public Library - Mattapan, Mattapan]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Animal Rescue League of Boston]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2026 21:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Learn all about the work of the Animal Rescue League of Boston. The Animal Rescue League of Boston works hard to help animals who need a safe place to stay. Through fun programs like adoption, pet training, and community activities, they help animals stay healthy, happy, and loved.

Programming at t — Boston Public Library - Mattapan, Mattapan]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 17 Dec 2026 21:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Learn all about the work of the Animal Rescue League of Boston. The Animal Rescue League of Boston works hard to help animals who need a safe place to stay. Through fun programs like adoption, pet training, and community activities, they help animals stay healthy, happy, and loved.

Programming at t — Boston Public Library - Mattapan, Mattapan]]></description>
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