Council committee presses Boston Public Library on equitable access, language services and branch safety Library leaders told the Boston City Council Committee on Human Services that the system ran more than 10,000 branch programs in 2025 and is expanding ESOL, bilingual staffing and on-demand interpretation; leaders also highlighted pop-up services during two branch renovations and steps to increase social-work and security capacity as the city enters budget season.

Boston Public Library is transforming access to services and programs across its 25 branches, prioritizing language support, safety, and community involvement as budget discussions loom.

Click to read more!

#BostonCitySuffolkCounty #MA #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #BostonLibrary #EquitableAccess

#boston #bostonlibrary #libraries

City Council finalizes four-year contract for library staff pay increases City Council approves new contract addressing pay for librarians and library assistants.

The Boston City Council has just approved a groundbreaking four-year contract that promises to uplift library staff pay and enhance community services—an inspiring step for labor relations!

Click to read more!

#BostonCitySuffolkCounty #MA #BostonLibrary #CitizenPortal #CommunitySupport

Harvard and Boston Libraries Open Historical Collections to AI Researchers | AI News Brew <p>CAMBRIDGE, Mass. - In a significant move for artificial intelligence (AI) development, Harvard University and Boston's public library are opening their vast historical collections to AI researchers...

Harvard and Boston Libraries Open Historical Collections to AI Researchers
ainewsbrew.com/article/4510

#AIResearch #HistoricalData #HarvardLibrary #BostonLibrary #MachineLearning #DigitalHumanities #AIEthics #CulturalKnowledge #TechInnovation #LibrariesEvolved

Boston Public Library enhances services with bilingual instructors and expanded class offerings Boston Public Library reports increased attendance and success stories from bilingual literacy programs.

The Boston Public Library is revolutionizing community support with expanded bilingual programs and partnerships that empower residents facing challenges like homelessness and language barriers.

Learn more here!

#BostonCitySuffolkCounty #MA #CommunityInclusivity #DigitalResources #BostonLibrary

Library Officials Address Parent Concerns Over Children's Space Design Residents urge for separate, welcoming children's area in local library while supporting seniors.

Boston residents are rallying for a revamped library that creates a welcoming space for children while also accommodating seniors—will their voices lead to a new community hub?

Click to read more!

#BostonCitySuffolkCounty #MA #CommunityInnovation #BostonLibrary #LiteracyEngagement #CitizenPortal

South Boston community seeks library expansion with educational programs and courtyard renovation Residents advocate for library improvements and increased community involvement in planning.

Boston's South Boston library is on the brink of transformation, aiming to become a vibrant community hub with expanded services and educational programs that reflect the voices of its residents.

Learn more here

#BostonCitySuffolkCounty #MA #BostonLibrary #CitizenPortal #CommunityEngagement

Councilor Flynn plans South Boston library listening session for community input Councilor Flynn announces a public library listening session for South Boston residents in May.

Councilor Flynn is taking action to ensure Boston's libraries thrive by hosting a listening session for community input this May!

Learn more here

#BostonCitySuffolkCounty #MA #BostonLibrary #CitizenPortal #CommunityEngagement #LocalGovAI #LibraryFunding

Title Proclamation by the King of the Carnival Date issued 1936

#MardiGras #vintage #poster #BostonLibrary
Title Proclamation by the King of the Carnival Date issued 1936.

Boston Public Library, Print Department

#sunset #copelysquare #backbay #Boston
#Massachusetts
10.26.2024
#LifeisArt

Shot with a #Canonr6.
#streetphotography #cityscape #newengland #photography #teamcanon #canoncamera #canonusa
#streetphotographer #citylife @boston.gov @bostonglobe.com #bostonlibrary #mta

The library was the biggest highlight of my wild night on the town 🥹😁 Carved on the building: “The Commonwealth requires the education of the people as a safeguard of order and liberty.” #BostonLibrary #booksaremylovelanguage #art #murals #architecture #anerdssafeplace