Weekly Story Time (Every Sunday, 11 AM)
Join us for a weekly story time under The Great Oak Tree.
Sundays at 11 AM. No RSVP required.
Introduction to Mahjong
Join us for a two-lesson mahjong course with instructor Chilton Ames. Mahjong tiles and racks will be provided.
$115 course fee for two lessons, which includes a notebook, pen, and National Mahjong League card.
Book Bedazzling
Join us for book bedazzling! A perfect chance to add some sparkle to the cover of one of your favorite reads and get your artistic creativity flowing.
Hummingbird April Book Club: 'Theo of Golden' by Allen Levi
Join us for our April Book Club—we’ll be reading 'Theo of Golden' by Allen Levi.
In Partnership with Boston Children’s Hospital: An Evening of Conversation with Aymann Ismail
In partnership with Boston Children’s Hospital, join us for a conversation with Aymann Ismail. She will be discussing her book, Becoming Baba: Fatherhood, Faith, and Finding Meaning in America.
Admission: Free and open to the public. No RSVP required.
Hummingbird April Cover Every Genre Book Club: ‘The Presidents Hat’ by Anotoine Laurain
Discover something new each month with our Cover Every Genre Book Club. This month we will explore Fables and read ‘The President’s Hat’ by Antoine Laurain.
Rabbi Laura Geller in Conversation with Judith Rosenbaum
Join us for an evening with Rabbi Laura Geller, moderated by Judith Rosenbaum, as we explore perspectives on life’s later chapters—transforming them into opportunities for personal growth, meaning, and renewal.
Discovering Calm and Confidence In the Independent School Admissions Journey
Join us for an information session on navigating the independent school application process—a transformative journey for families—and learn how getting informed early can help you prepare thoughtfully for the work that begins in summer before fall deadlines.
Book Launch with Tom French
Join us for the launch of The Gap Years: Climbing, Skiing, and the Journey Back by Tom French—an inspiring story of adventure, endurance, and self-discovery. Through climbs, cross-country ski outings, and hard-won reflection, French explores what it means to reconnect with the passions of youth and find your way back to what matters most.
An Evening of Conversation with Virginia Evans
This event is SOLD OUT. This event was rescheduled from January 26th. To join the waitlist, please email info@hummingbirdbooks.com.
Spend an evening with New York Times bestselling author Virginia Evans as we celebrate her book, The Correspondent.
Hummingbird May Cover Every Genre Book Club: 'The Art Thief' by Michael Finkel
Discover something new each month with our Cover Every Genre Book Club. This month we will explore History and read ‘The Art Thief’ by Michael Finkel.
An Evening of Conversation with Ann Patchett
Spend an unforgettable evening with bestselling author Ann Patchett as she discusses her newest book, Whistler, along with her remarkable life in writing.
Middle Reader Panel with James Bird, Jennifer Blecher & Lisa Stringfellow (moderated by Jean Stehle)
Join us for an evening with three middle reader authors! Moderated by Newton Public School librarian Jean Stehle, come learn about the books by James Bird, Jenniferr Blecher and Lisa Stringfellow. The evening will consist of a moderated conversation, Q+A, and book signing.
New York Times Bestselling Author Allegra Goodman in Conversation with Tova Mirvis
We invite you to the launch of Allegra Goodman’s newest book This Is Not About Us, moderated by author Tova Mirvis. The two will discuss Goodman’s highly anticipated, buzzed-about book, the craft of storytelling, and the ways Jewish identity, tradition, faith, and cultural inheritance shape their work.
In Partnership with Boston Children’s Hospital: An Evening of Conversation with Maya Dusenbery
In partnership with Boston Children’s Hospital, join us for a conversation with Maya Dusenbery. She will be discussing her book, Doing Harm: The Truth About How Bad Medicine and Lazy Science Leave Women Dismissed, Misdiagnosed, and Sick.
Admission: Free and open to the public. No RSVP required.
Hummingbird March Cover Every Genre Book Club: 'Skylark' by Paula McLain
Discover something new each month with our Cover Every Genre Book Club. This month we will explore Historical Fiction and read ‘Skylark’ by Paula McLain.
An Evening of Conversation with Karen Winn
Join us for an evening with Karen Winn, who will be sharing her book, The Society.
Hummingbird March Book Club: 'Just Kids' by Patti Smith
Join us for our March Book Club—we’ll be reading ‘Just Kids’ by Patti Smith.