Music Hour

Children and families are invited to join Mr. Ritse for an interactive library jam session featuring singing, movement, play, classic nursery rhymes, upbeat jazz, and participant song requests when possible. Children who play any type of instrument are encouraged to bring it and join the musical group.

When: Thursday, November 12, 2026

Showtimes: 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Venue: Lower Mills, 27 Richmond St., Dorchester, MA 02124

Ages: Children from birth through age 5 and their families

Program: Participants can sing, play instruments, dance, enjoy nursery rhymes and jazz tunes, and suggest songs. Mr. Ritse, Opetoritse “Ritse” Adefolalu, leads the session.

Location details: The event will take place in the library’s community room or, weather permitting, outside on the front plaza.

Tickets: Price not available

Accessibility: Disability accommodations and language services are available by request. Contact the department listed in the event’s contact information at least two weeks in advance to allow time for arrangements.

Contact: Opetoritse “Ritse” Adefolalu, oadefolalu@bpl.org, 617-298-7841, extension 1456

Library note: Boston Public Library programming is funded through private support.