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Below is a list of past programs at The Mary Baker Eddy Library. For some, video recordings of the programs, in part or in their entirety, are available. For the list of these programs, please visit our streaming video archive.
Information is also available about our Annual Meeting Events this June.
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"One World"
This summer program introduces culture and arts to the children of Boston. Activities include arts and crafts, book giveaways, live multicultural performances, a trivia activity, and free admission to the world-famous Mapparium. Tuesdays, July 6 - August 10, 10 a.m. to noon |
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"Nursing the Modern World"
Barbara Dossey, joined by Giulia A. Nesi expanded on last year's program on the spiritual foundations of nursing. This discussion branched out into exploring caring, healing and transformation in mental and emotional health, social work, and related areas. Thursday, May 6, at 7 p.m. |
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"In Word and Deed: Public Service and the Press"
In this panel discussion, two enterprising women described the public service ventures they founded and how the media has helped advance their respective missions. The Christian Science Monitor’s international editor addressed his paper’s role in effecting positive social change. Thursday, April 29, at 7 p.m. |
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"Make A Difference"
Learn about the many ways there are to make a difference in your community. During April school vacation week, The Mary Baker Eddy Library will open its doors with a free program and free admission to the exhibits for visitors under 17. Tuesday, April 20 - Friday, April 23 |
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"Live Web Forum"
Library staff and presenters from recent programs fielded live questions and comments about the Library's centenary series in a forum entitled "Your Thoughts?—Engaging with Mary Baker Eddy 100 Years Later." Thursday, April 8, at 2 p.m. |
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"Author Talk"
Author Gillian Gill introduced We Two, her biography on Queen Victoria and Prince Albert and shared insights from her other acclaimed biographies on Mary Baker Eddy, Florence Nightingale, and Agatha Christie. Thursday, March 11. |  |
"Brown Bag Book Club"
Patrons prepared for Gillian Gill's upcoming author talk by discussing We Two with the staff of Lending and Reference Services. Participants either brought their lunches, books and ideas to the Library to join the conversation or, for those further away, participated by conference phone. Tuesdays, March 2 and 9. |
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"The Art of Reading"
Free admission for children 5-17 during February school vacation week, including Mapparium® tours, hourly story time, and a poster competition. February 16-19. |
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"Writer/Performer/Producer Talk"
Val Kilmer discussed the development of his film project about the life of Mary Baker Eddy on Thursday, February 11. Watch the video here. |
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"Writer/Director Talk"
Christine Buxton described her vision and passion for bringing an extraordinary episode in the life of Mary Baker Eddy to the stage on Thursday, January 21. |
