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GBH offers a wide variety of in-person and virtual events. From live music recordings, lectures and screenings to our virtual Book Club, tasting events and more, stay connected to our community. Whatever you’re interested in—news, history, the arts or music, we’ve got you covered. Fill your calendar with this rich diversity of events and be inspired, informed and entertained.
If you have questions about any of our events please reach out to Audience Member Services by phone 617-300-3300 or email info@wgbh.org
Featured Events
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EventValentine's Day Soirée
Join GBH for our annual Valentine’s Day Soirée featuring craft cocktails, local treats, and LIVE storytelling on the set of Stories from the Stage. -
In Person
Beyond the Page with Kate Quinn
Celebrate Kate Quinn’s spellbinding new novel, The Astral Library, on its release day at this special in-person Beyond the Page event.
More GBH Events
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VirtualSkating on Thin Ice: The Geopolitics of Greenland and the Arctic
The same forces driving tensions in South America - rich mineral resources, strategic one-upmanship, and shifting trade and military alliances - are now flaring in the far north. Cambridge Forum brings together Arctic geopolitical specialists to explore the key issues at stake in this rapidly changing territory.Partner:Cambridge Forum -
In Person
JazzNOW with Godwin Louis
Grammy-nominated saxophonist and composer Godwin Louis kicks off the 2026 JazzNOW series from GBH Music and JazzBoston with an uplifting performance featuring works from his latest album, “Psalms and Proverbs”. A Boston-based artist and Berklee College of Music professor, Louis’ music seamlessly fuses his Haitian heritage with jazz, gospel, and Afro-Caribbean rhythms. He has performed worldwide alongside legends like Herbie Hancock and Madonna and is known for his humanitarian work through Experience Ayiti, an organization he founded to support arts education in Haiti. For this show, Louis is joined by some of his closest musical collaborators, including Billy Buss (trumpet), Johnny Mercier (organ), Dabin Ryu (piano), Or Bareket (bass), and Julian Miltenberger (drums). The concert takes place at 8pm in Fraser Performance Studio with a pre-concert reception at 7:15pm. Paris Alston, of GBH News Rooted, will host the performance, which will be filmed for broadcast on GBH2.
This event is made possible by the Goldstein Family Fund.
7:15-7:50pm Pre-reception
7:50pm Guest are seated in Fraser Performance Studio (general admission)
8:00-9:00pm Live performance in Fraser Performance Studio -
In Person
GBH Amplifies - Jimmy Hills 02/05
GBH Amplifies is a community conversation series focused on expanding the reach of local voices from Greater Boston and beyond. The series features community leaders hosting public conversations in the GBH Studio at the Boston Public Library in Copley Square, providing a platform for inclusive perspectives on the issues that matter most to New England communities. GBH Amplifies happens weekly on Thursdays from 12:30-1:30pm at the GBH BPL Studio. This event is free and open to the public.
The monthly schedule is:
First Thursday of the Month: James ‘Jimmy’ Hills, Host of Java with Jimmy
Second Thursday of the Month: Ron Mitchell, Publisher and Editor of The Bay State Banner
Third Thursday of the Month: Alberto Vasallo III, President and CEO of El Mundo Boston
GBH Amplifies is also being supported by the Barr Foundation. -
In Person
Outspoken Saturdays (February 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. Join us!
Registration is encouraged for this free event. -
In Person
GBH Amplifies - 02/12 Ron Mitchell
GBH Amplifies is a community conversation series focused on expanding the reach of local voices from Greater Boston and beyond. The series features community leaders hosting public conversations in the GBH Studio at the Boston Public Library in Copley Square, providing a platform for inclusive perspectives on the issues that matter most to New England communities. GBH Amplifies happens weekly on Thursdays from 12:30-1:30pm at the GBH BPL Studio. This event is free and open to the public.
The monthly schedule is:
First Thursday of the Month: James ‘Jimmy’ Hills, Host of Java with Jimmy
Second Thursday of the Month: Ron Mitchell, Publisher and Editor of The Bay State Banner
Third Thursday of the Month: Alberto Vasallo III, President and CEO of El Mundo Boston
GBH Amplifies is also being supported by the Barr Foundation.
Registration is encouraged for this free event.
Limited seating is available on a first come, first serve basis. If you require a seat, we encourage you to arrive before the start time of this event. -
In Person
GBH Jazz Night with Devon Gates (Boston Public Library)
GBH Jazz Nights welcomes Tree Greetings, the acoustic duo of bassist/vocalist Devon Gates and guitarist Ria Modak. Blending jazz, Hindustani, folk, and other traditions, their ruminative compositions strike a balance between melancholy and romance. Their debut single, Shisha (April 2025), is streaming now. They’ve performed across Boston, New York, and most recently toured Mumbai, India. A debut album arrives in 2026. Named one of The New York City Jazz Record’s “Up and Comers of the Year” in 2024, Devon Gates is an Atlanta-born bassist, vocalist, and award-winning composer now based in Brooklyn. Gates is a graduate of Harvard and Berklee. Ria Modak, a guitarist, composer, and historian from New York, is pursuing a PhD at Brown on music and nationalism in India, after completing the Harvard/NEC dual degree program.
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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Noah Feldman: To Be a Jew Today
What it means to be a Jew today feels more urgent than ever. For some, Jewish identity has become a source of connection and belonging; for others, it prompts searching questions about who we are and how we show up in the world. In this timely and thought-provoking conversation, Harvard Law Professor Noah Feldman sits down with Rabbi Charlie Schwartz, Director of Lehrhaus, to explore this enduring and pressing question. Drawing on a lifetime of deep engagement with Judaism, Feldman offers a wide-ranging and nuanced reflection on Jewish identity, examining how Jews navigate their relationships to God, to Israel, and to one another in an era of profound change and challenge.Partner:JCC Greater Boston -
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Valentine's Day Soirée
Back by Popular Demand — Two Nights Only!
After selling out the last two years, we're back. This time for two unforgettable nights.
Join GBH for our annual Valentine’s Day Soirée featuring craft cocktails, local treats, and LIVE storytelling on the set of Stories from the Stage. Whether you come with a date, a group of friends, or on your own, this is a night designed to celebrate love in all its forms: tender, complicated, funny, and unforgettable.
Choose the night that fits your vibe—or make it a full weekend V-Day celebration.
🩷 INCLUDED WITH YOUR EVENING...- Complimentary artisan cocktails.
- Sweet and savory treats from local vendors.
- A seat on the set of Stories from the Stage.
- LIVE, intimate storytelling in GBH’s Calderwood Studio.
- Complimentary parking (with validated parking ticket).
🩷 FROM FIRST SIP TO FINAL STORY...
Event schedule (both nights):- 6:15 PM – Doors open to GBH’s Atrium for a complimentary reception.
- 7 PM – Seating begins in GBH’s Calderwood Studio.
- 7–9:15 PM – Studio production of Stories from the Stage.
🩷 BRING YOUR VALENTINE...OR DON'T
This soirée is for everyone (21+ years of age):- A date night with your partner
- A Galentine’s night out with friends
- A fun evening with your favorite people
- Singles who love a great story
- Anyone who’s ever loved (or tried)
We ♥︎ Our Vendors
* Programming subject to change based on production’s needs and requirements. Each night will feature a select variety of our vendors above. Love may be ageless, but this soirée isn’t—guests must be 21+ with valid ID.
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In Person
Beyond the Page with Kate Quinn
Celebrate Kate Quinn’s spellbinding new novel, The Astral Library, on its release day at this special in-person Beyond the Page event.
In this fantastical tale, Alix Watson, takes nightly refuge at Boston Public Library, escaping into her favorite fantasy novels. She discovers a hidden library that lets readers live inside beloved stories, sparking a thrilling chase through literary worlds as a shadowy enemy closes in.
Enjoy an engaging conversation with the New York Times bestselling author, hear what inspired her leap into magical realism, and be among the first to step into the imaginative world she’s created.
Each ticket includes:- Admission to the live program in-person at GBH Studios
- A SIGNED copy of The Astral Library
- A photo opportunity with Kate Quinn
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In Person
GBH Amplifies - 02/19 Alberto Vasallo lll
GBH Amplifies is a community conversation series focused on expanding the reach of local voices from Greater Boston and beyond. The series features community leaders hosting public conversations in the GBH Studio at the Boston Public Library in Copley Square, providing a platform for inclusive perspectives on the issues that matter most to New England communities. GBH Amplifies happens weekly on Thursdays from 12:30-1:30pm at the GBH BPL Studio. This event is free and open to the public.
The monthly schedule is:
First Thursday of the Month: James ‘Jimmy’ Hills, Host of Java with Jimmy
Second Thursday of the Month: Ron Mitchell, Publisher and Editor of The Bay State Banner
Third Thursday of the Month: Alberto Vasallo III, President and CEO of El Mundo Boston
GBH Amplifies is also being supported by the Barr Foundation. -
In Person
80s Mixtape, with the Rasa String Quartet at the BPL
GBH Music welcomes the Rasa String Quartet to the Boston Public Library for a free show, hosted by CRB Classical 99.5 midday host Edyn-Mae Stevenson. Enjoy a “mixtape” of the greatest hits from the 1980s… and the 1780s! The Rasa String Quartet plays the music of Whitney Houston, Prince, and Hayao Miyazaki alongside that of Mozart and Haydn in an evening of classical rock and soul.
Formed in 2019, the Rasa String Quartet brings together violinists Emma Powell and Maura Shawn Scanlin, violist Kiyoshi Hayashi, and cellist Mina Kim. The Rasa String Quartet is dedicated to exploring the musical space where classical and folk traditions intersect and influence one another. In Sanskrit, the term ‘rasa’ refers to the indescribable power of art to move, inspire, and connect us—a quality Rasa String Quartet strives to embody in every performance. The Rasa String Quartet will perform four free concerts at the BPL throughout the 2025-2026 GBH Music Season. -
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Can Dogs Talk? A NOVA Screening & Conversation
What if your dog could actually tell you what they’re thinking?
Join NOVA for a one-night-only event inspired by the upcoming documentary Can Dogs Talk? a fascinating (and fun!) exploration into the science of canine communication. This special evening brings dog lovers, pet parents, and curious humans together to dive into the viral world of “talking dogs,” those pups using word buttons to seemingly express wants, feelings, and ideas.
We’ll share extended clips from the film, then dig deeper with the people closest to the research. Expect surprising insights, delightful dog moments, and plenty of “wait… my dog does that!” reactions.
Whether your pup is already pushing buttons — or you’re just obsessed with dogs and science — this is a playful, thought-provoking night you won’t want to miss.
Tail-Wagging Highlights- Exclusive extended clips from Can Dogs Talk?
- Live panel discussion with:
-Julia Cort, Co-Executive Producer, NOVA
-Chris Schmidt, Co-Executive Producer, NOVA
-Dr. Federico Rossano, Associate Professor of Cognitive Science, UC San Diego and scientific lead of the world’s largest button-pressing pet study - Audience Q&A
Before You Fetch Your Tickets
This event is designed for humans only — but your dog will definitely want the recap when you get home. Send us a photo of your dog to be featured at the event! Email events@wgbh.org with your photo.
Tickets are limited. Fetch yours now ($10 each) and join us for a night of science, storytelling, and seriously smart dogs (on screen). With the loss of federal funding, and the future of science and public media under threat, philanthropic support is more important than ever to sustain GBH. Your ticket purchase supports GBH, helping shape a future where facts matter, stories unite us, and everyone has access to quality media.
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