System of a Down Listening Lounge

Celebrate Serj Tankian's birthday by joining this listening lounge! This listening experience invites you to slow down and truly engage with selected tracks from System of a Down's catalog—focusing on sound, lyrics, cultural context, and creative intention.&nbsp; Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering his work for the first time, this listening lounge offers a welcoming space to appreciate System of a Down's impact on political music, and to reflect on how music can tell stories, build community, and spark conversation.

Parker Hill Branch of the Boston Public Library

Summer Reading Pizza Party

Finished your Summer Reading Bingo? Need to get just a few more squares? Then look no further! Join the Parker Hill Branch Library for a Summer Reading Pizza Party. We'll have pizza, books, crafts, and some good tunes. You'll be able to put up what you've done on our community bingo board and chat about your favorite books, too!

BYOC: Bring-Your-Own-Craft

Join our monthly crafting group and unleash your creativity in a fun and supportive environment! Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just getting started, our group offers a space to learn new techniques, work on projects, and connect with fellow craft enthusiasts. Bring your project, friends, ideas, and conversations.  Please note that this is not a class.

Friday Films: GOAT

A film screening of GOAT (2026); 1 hr. 40 m; Rated PG; closed captioning available. A small goat with big dreams gets a once-in-a-lifetime shot to join the pros and play roarball, a high-intensity, co-ed, full-contact sport dominated by the fastest, fiercest animals in the world. "The lush laidback dystopia of “GOAT” is bracing because it feels so novel, and inviting because it feels like home. And that’s part of what makes the movie, directed by Tyree Dillihay (with Adam Rosette as co-director), a go-for-your-dream fairy tale that we haven’t seen before. ... The different roarball stadiums are like fantasy landscapes (in one the game floor is built over bubbling magma, in another it’s made of ice), and though Will’s teammates may sound like the usual menagerie of animated critters, Tyree Dillihay, directing his first feature, gives each of them little curlicues of insanity that pop, whether it’s Olivia, the ostrich, burying her head in the earth to express her despair, or the way that Modo (Nick Kroll), the team’s anarchic Komodo dragon, with his pierced nose and tongue and Cookie Monster-on-fire personality, has jaws drenched in saliva." - Owen Gleiberman, Varsity

What's On Your Plate?

Life has a way of filling our plates—work, family, caregiving, relationships, responsibilities, expectations, and everything in between. Sometimes we're so busy carrying it all that we rarely stop to ask ourselves, "How am I really doing?" Join us for What's On Your Plate?, a welcoming and reflective creative wellness workshop where we'll slow down, check in with ourselves, and explore what we're carrying—and what we'd like to make more room for. Through guided conversation, self-reflection, and a hands-on mixed-media canvas collage, participants will create a personalized piece of art representing the life you want to intentionally nurture. Together, we'll reflect on what nourishes us, what weighs us down, and how we can make more space for joy, rest, connection, and the things that matter most. No artistic experience is necessary—just come as you are. You'll leave with a personalized canvas, practical insights, and hopefully a little more clarity, compassion, and room to breathe. All materials provided | No artistic experience required *Please register at link provided*

Parker Hill Branch Library

Friday Films: You, Me & Tuscany

A film screening of You, Me &amp; Tuscany (2026); 1 hr. 45 m; Rated PG-13; closed captioning available. Anna has abandoned her dreams of becoming a chef and is now drifting through her twenties with a series of bad choices. When Anna loses her house-sitting job (and housing) in one fell swoop, a chance encounter with Matteo—a handsome Italian who happens to have a villa sitting empty in Tuscany—will inspire her to jet off for Italy, against the advice of her always-honest bestie, Claire. But Anna’s plan to crash at Matteo’s villa, without permission, just for one night, falls apart when Matteo’s mother, Gabriella shows up at the house unexpectedly. In a panic, Anna allows Gabriella to believe that she is Matteo’s fiancée. That little lie becomes a big problem, though, when Matteo’s cousin, Michael shows up, and Anna discovers that the heat between them may ignite a fire that will transform her life. "Bailey and Page have convincing chemistry as Anna and Michael, delivering witty banter and lighthearted conversation with the natural ease expected of lovers-to-be. The film displays clear attraction and tension between the two without being too explicit, capturing the cuteness integral to a rom-com couple." - Kat Coiro, The Crimson

Zine Making: What Does the Declaration Mean 250 Years Later?

This year marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Through an art-making opportunity, reflect on what the document means 250 years later and how the American Revolution relates to other protest movements and revolutions that have occurred in the United States. We will have supplies available to use and staff will be present to assist as needed. No registration is required to attend; drop-ins encouraged. Stay for as little or as long as you'd like during the event.

Drop-in Zine Making

Grab your scissors, glue, and a whole lotta attitude as we dive into the world of zine culture. Whether you’re a seasoned zinester or a newbie eager to get your hands dirty, this is your chance to share your stories, art, and opinions in true punk fashion. We’ll provide the materials, inspiration, and some rad tunes—bring your creativity and let’s make zines that scream, rant, and provoke. From political manifestos to personal manifestos, every voice counts in this DIY revolution. Note: Safety pins, photocopiers, and irreverent humor encouraged. Let’s make zines that rock the establishment and inspire the next generation of punk DIYers!

Puzzle Palooza

Relax, unwind, and connect with fellow puzzle lovers at our Puzzle Palooza!&nbsp;Join us for an enjoyable evening as we work together to complete a 1,000-piece jigsaw puzzle.&nbsp; Whether you're a seasoned puzzler or just looking for a fun, low-pressure activity, this is a great way to de-stress, socialize, and challenge your brain while we listen to some fun tunes!

S22: conversations

Wondering what to do in Boston? Places to eat? Free activities? Good for a group? Date night spot? Girls night out? The best things to do? Ask Joyraft!

Best places to go in Boston? Things to do? Places to eat?

Questions & answers about things to do in Boston

Recs 💬

Community recs 💬

S4: top picks

The most fun, cool and unique things to do in Boston. Can’t miss events, shows and experiences. Concerts, restaurants, bars, free things in Boston and beyond.

The most fun and cool events happening around Boston

Hot and new things to do in Boston

Hot & new

Hot & new 🔥

S11: happening this weekend

What to do in Boston this weekend? From festivals, concerts, performances, free events, screenings and more, Joyraft has the best things to do in Boston.

25+ things to do in Boston/Cambridge/Somerville this weekend

Things to do in Boston this weekend

This wknd

This weekend for you

S21: roundups

Our top picks: outdoor dining, free events, spring festivals, best bars, upcoming concerts, museum parties - the latest in and around Boston.  Slug: joyraft-top-picks-best-things-to-do-boston-ma

Top picks of the best things to do in and around Boston

Joyraft picks: Boston’s best things to do

Roundups ⭐️

Curated by Joyraft ⭐️

S28: calendar experiences

This week in Boston

This week in Boston 📆

This week 📆

S20: c+d experiences

Discover new, unique events and experiences happening in and around Boston. Perfect for date night, good for a group or with a friend. Be the first to know.

The newest events happening in and around Boston

The newest events on Joyraft

Just added

Just added to Joyraft

S16: editor picks

The most unique and can’t miss things coming up in Boston / Cambridge / Somerville and beyond. Festivals, food, drinks, fairs, concerts, art and free activities.

Unique and Can’t Miss Things to Do in Boston

Can’t-miss things to do in Boston 🚨

Can't-miss things to do 🚨

S2 (A): top experiences

The most popular things to do on Joyraft. Concerts, restaurants, bars, events, parties, openings, kid friendly, date ideas, free things in Boston and beyond.

Top 20 things to do in Boston

Top 20: Joyraft’s most popular

Top 20

Top 20 on Joyraft

S3 (A): trending experiences

Discover can’t miss events and things to do in Boston. The most fun, unique and cool events coming to the Boston area this spring and summer.

The hottest events happening in Boston

Trending events on Joyraft

Trending 📈

S19: interest based

Kid-friendly events in Boston

S18: interest based

Where to eat and drink in Boston? Joyraft has Boston’s newest bars, restaurants and specials. Drinks and pre fixe dinner menus. Cambridge & Somerville too.

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Experiences