A small but growing number of public libraries across Massachusetts are reaching residents by bringing books directly to readers in a truck. These mobile libraries — known as bookmobiles — are attempting to bridge accessibility needs for library patrons who can't easily go to a branch.

Mark Peterson, historian of early America, and the Edmund S. Morgan Professor of History at Yale University, will join Boston College to discuss his recent work, "The Making and Breaking of the American Constitution: A Thousand-Year History".

Under the Radar speaks with professor and author Murray Forman about his latest book.

Retired Boston Globe photographer Bill Brett published his eighth book, "Boston Veterans Appreciation," dedicated to honoring those who served the country during the nation's 250th anniversary celebration.

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.

GBH Jazz Nights are made possible by the Goldstein Family Fund.

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.

The Joe Hunt Quartet delivers swinging, modern interpretations of classic repertory, from Johnny Mandel to Thelonious Monk. Led by veteran drummer Joe Hunt—whose storied career includes collaborations with Stan Getz, Bill Evans, Chet Baker, Dizzy Gillespie, and Charles Mingus—the group brings together Jerry Vejmola on tenor sax, Yuka Hamano Hunt on piano, and Bob Nieske on bass.

GBH Jazz Nights are made possible by the Goldstein Family Fund.

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.

HYE Fusion is a trio of classically trained musicians who blend Western jazz with the rhythms and melodies of their Middle Eastern backgrounds. Mal Barsamian is a multi-talented instrumentalist equally skilled on classical and rhythm guitars, clarinet, saxophone, and the traditional Middle Eastern oud. Harry Bedrossian is a classically trained concert pianist who has embraced the Jazz tradition through the work of Oscar Petersen and Bill Evans. He is also an accomplished oud player. Charles Dermenjian is a talented percussionist who has shared the stage with a number of jazz greats and performed extensively both nationally and internationally. He plays the doumbek, a traditional percussion instrument common throughout Middle Eastern cultures.

GBH Jazz Nights are made possible by the Goldstein Family Fund.

Violinist Rob Flax and guitarist Slava Tolstoy kick off GBH Jazz Nights at the Boston Public Library. The dynamic musical duo has toured together internationally and with acclaimed groups like the International String Trio, Fedor Chistyakov, and the Boom Chick Trio. As virtuoso instrumentalists, singers, and songwriters, they blend jazz, hot swing, pop, and global folk traditions, including bluegrass, Celtic fiddle, Eastern European, and klezmer, into an upbeat, original sound filled with humor and joy.

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.

Virginia Eubanks comes to Cambridge for a discussion of her new memoir, "A Guide to Open Water Lifesaving: Lessons on Love, Care, and Survival," a moving story of her own efforts to survive caregiving, trauma, love, and the systems seemingly set up to fail us.

Welcome to our brand new podcast! This is “BPR Talks” – where we feature the call-in segments of the day. If you’re looking for the full two hours with guests, you can find the full episode right here in the same feed.Today on the show: We ask listeners what their thoughts are on the Democratic party and its stance on Gaza. Then, we end the show by asking listeners what they prefer, audiobooks or physical books?Listen in to find out!