‘Judy Blume: A Life’ traces the rise of the children’s author from housewife to household name
Under the Radar speaks with author Mark Oppenheimer about his new biography detailing the life of the wildly successful children's book author, Judy Blume.
Music & Culture Events
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In PersonOutspoken Saturdays (May 2026)
The GBH BPL studio will host Outspoken Saturdays, a spoken word poetry event for emerging artists. Every first Saturday of the month, the series will be created in collaboration with spoken word artist Amanda Shea.
If you are interested in performing, feel free to submit your work for review hereJoin us!
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GBH Jazz Night with Sam Spear (Boston Public Library)
Presented by GBH Music and JazzBoston, this GBH Jazz Night features woodwind player and composer Sam Spear performing a collection of songs inspired by her formative years emerging in Boston’s music scene.
GBH Jazz Nights showcase the incredible range of jazz talent in the Greater Boston area. The series is co-hosted by JazzBoston and GBH Music, taking place on the second Thursday of every month from September through May. Tickets are free, but registration is encouraged. Seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis, so arrive early! By registering, you agree to receive email communications from GBH Music.
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In Person
Bookmarked LIVE! At Molly’s Bookstore featuring Tara Menon
Join Callie Crossley at the NEW Molly's Bookstore in Allston as she interviews Tara Menon, assistant professor of English at Harvard, about her buzzy debut novel, "Under Water." Get a behind-the-scenes look at the creation and inspiration behind the book, and hear excerpts from the novel read by the author. There will also be time for questions from the audience. Join us for this FREE special event!
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Culture in the News
Exploring the world of sound beyond human hearing
Amherst College art professor and sound artist Dr. Brian House joins GBH’s All Things Considered to explore how his work reveals unheard soundscapes by studying the rhythms of human and nonhuman systems.
More Culture Programs
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When You Hear the Pipe and Drum (Patapan)
Richard Elliott turns “Patapan” into a lively jazz number in 'Hope of the Season. ' -
Alleluia, from Psalm 150
The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra delivers Ginastera’s dynamic Psalm 150 in 'Hope of the Season.' -
Hallelujah, from Messiah
Watch The Tabernacle Choir’s powerful “Hallelujah” from Handel’s Messiah in 'Hope of the Season.' -
The Christmas Story: Luke 2
Scripture and music unite as Dennis Haysbert narrates Luke 2 in 'Hope of the Season.'
