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Johnson Building Improvement Project: Articles

Posted on June 28th, 2013 by Gina Perille in Johnson Building Study, Library Services, Major Projects
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There’s no shortage of news about the libraries of today and the libraries of the future. Here are just a few of the articles that members of the Boston Public Library staff have been reading and sharing lately.

From Library Journal
Growing Room: St. Louis Public Library’s Grand Central Renovation

From The Atlantic Cities
Designing Libraries That Encourage Teens to Loiter

A report from the Pew Internet & American Life Project, an initiative of the Pew Research Center
Younger Americans’ Library Habits and Expectations

Please feel free to suggest more for the team to read by leaving a comment and link below. As always, thank you.

East Boston Branch – more photos

Posted on June 27th, 2013 by Gina Perille in Library Services, Major Projects
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We have more photos of the in-progress East Boston Branch, which is located at the end of Bremen Street Park, near Prescott Street. The branch is scheduled to open in the fall of 2013. Download the project fact sheet (PDF) to learn more.

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East Boston Branch of the Boston Public Library – Construction Update

Posted on June 19th, 2013 by Christine Schonhart in Library Services, Major Projects
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Construction on the new East Boston branch is about 65% complete. Windows, roofing, and electrical work are all progressing. In the coming months, you’ll see a lot of activity on the grounds as the team works to install interior finishes and furniture. We are all looking forward to an opening in the Fall of 2013.

A message from Boston Public Library President Amy E. Ryan

Posted on April 24th, 2013 by Gina Perille in Library Services
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Dear Friend of the Library,

On April 15, the Boston Marathon and the Commonwealth’s celebration of Patriots’ Day were suddenly and sadly overtaken by tragic events. In the days that followed, the people of Boston and beyond have responded with enormous courage, support, and resilience. These individuals make us proud to have “Boston” in our name and are an inspiration as our community begins to recover and heal.

Boston Public Library is a community gathering place, a place for lifelong learning, a place to seek knowledge, solace, and renewal. This is true during good times and challenging times, and has been so since our founding in 1848 and the day our doors opened in Copley Square in 1895. Each day, whether in Copley Square or in one of our twenty-five branches across the city, we welcome residents and visitors from around the world.

All of us at the Boston Public Library have been waiting for the opportunity to welcome you back to Copley Square. With this message, I can now tell you our Central Library doors are open. Please know that we’d like to see you, whether your visit is today, tomorrow, or in the weeks that follow.

Sincerely,

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Amy E. Ryan
President
Boston Public Library

 

Uphams Corner Building Improvements

Posted on April 12th, 2013 by Christine Schonhart in Library Services, Major Projects
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2013uphams_smallThe municipal building at 500 Columbia Road, which houses the Uphams Corner Branch of the Boston Public Library, will undergo building improvements beginning at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 25. The building improvements necessitate a temporary closure of the branch while work takes place. Construction will begin on Tuesday, May 28, and is expected to be completed in early September 2013. Improvements planned for the building include replacing the roof, including insulation and flashing; removing, replacing, and painting selected downspouts; repairing and replacement of the exterior gutters; repointing the masonry; installation of new windows; rebuilding the exterior and interior stairs; and installing a new heating system.

The BPL will post information about the project on the Uphams Corner profile page on the BPL website along with any necessary program rescheduling information. Current Uphams Corner Branch users will be invited to use the Dudley and Grove Hall branches during the temporary closure period.