St. Petersburg librarians visit Scituate Nov 13, 2009
The Russian visitors toured several urban libraries, including the Boston Public Library and Boston University libraries, but were encouraged by Scituate Town Library trustee Kevin Carleton to visit a successful suburban version of the book-filled buildings. The verdict. (Scituate Mariner, MA)
Sarah Vowell reads from ‘The Wordy Shipmates’ at Boston Public Library Oct 27, 2009
Sarah Vowell reads from The Wordy Shipmates at Boston Public Library - The Boston Globe ... Boston Public Library, 700 Boylston St., Boston. (Boston Globe)
Armstrong at Literary Lights benefit Oct 22, 2009
Medfield resident Franny Armstrong, who is a teacher at Epiphany School in Dorchester, poses with one of her students Tiffany Smyth (of Dorchester) at the "Literary Lights for Children" benefit fundraiser held on Sunday, Sept. 27, at the Boston Public Library ... The Associates of the Boston Public Library (BPL) presented the eleventh annual Literary Lights for Children awards ceremony and tea party Sunday, Sept. 27 ... For more information, sponsorship opportunities, or to purchase tickets,... (Medfield Press, MA)
Click by click, libraries and readers wade into digital lending Oct 16, 2009
"People still think of libraries as old dusty books on shelves, and it's a perception we're always trying to fight," said Michael Colford, the director of information technology at the Boston Public Library ... "People still think of libraries as old dusty books on shelves, and it's a perception we're always trying to fight," said Michael Colford, the director of information technology at the Boston Public Library. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Libraries thriving again, thanks to digital lending Oct 16, 2009
People still think of libraries as old dusty books on shelves, and its a perception were always trying to fight, said Michael Colford, director of information technology at the Boston Public Library. About 5,400 public libraries now offer e-books, as well as digitally downloadable audio books. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
Libraries, readers wade into digital lending Oct 16, 2009
People still think of libraries as old dusty books on shelves, and its a perception were always trying to fight, said Michael Colford, director of information technology at the Boston Public Library. If we dont provide this material for them, they are just going to stop using the library altogether. (India Times)
‘Massachusetts Poetry in Hard Times,’ at Boston Public Library Oct 14, 2009
Massachusetts Poetry in Hard Times, at Boston Public Library - The Boston Globe ... Boston Public Library s Rabb Auditorium, 700 Boylston St., Boston. (Boston Globe)
Framingham kids participate in reading world record try Oct 10, 2009
The main event this year is happened at the Boston Public Library with around 300 children joining. Reach Preschool in Ashland also participated in the event. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Eligibility testing for Advanced Work Class program begins in Boston Oct 7, 2009
Registration materials are available at all private and parochial schools in Boston and at branches of the Boston Public Library, and there is no cost to take the exam. The deadline for registration is Friday, Oct. 9. (West Roxbury Transcript, MA)
House passes bill to create Adams family memorial Sep 25, 2009
A collection featuring more than 3,500 books from his personal library attracted more than 54,000 visitors during its 2006-2007 exhibition at the Boston Public Library (BPL). Started when the future Chief Executive was only 32, his assemblage of books was one of the greatest private libraries in early America. (Braintree Forum, MA)
Read Indepth Article Sep 14, 2009
Emergence of Self at Midlife : Exhibit by Louise and David Weinberg - Art Gallery at the Honan-Allston Branch of the Boston Public Library - absolutearts ... "Emergence of Self at Midlife" a joint exhibit by Louise and David Weinberg The Art Gallery at the Honan-Allston Branch of the Boston Public Library will present "The Emergence of Self in Midlife" by husband and wife artists Louise and David Weinberg from September 12 through October 17, 2009. (AbsoluteArts.com)
Exhibit at ISU will feature John Adams' books, notes Sep 1, 2009
Co-sponsored by the Boston Public Library and the American Library Association, it's funded by a National Endowment for the Humanities grant. "He was a fascinating person," said Tucker. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Robert Pinsky and pals at Boston Public Library Aug 27, 2009
Boston Public Library, 700 Boylston St., Boston. 617-536-5400. (Boston Globe)
Lev Grossman to speak at Borders Downtown Crossing and Boston Public Library Aug 11, 2009
Grossman will discuss his book and the fantasy world he created Thursday, first at 1 p.m. at Borders Downtown Crossing, and again at 6 p.m., at the Boston Public Library, Copley Square. At sea, forward into the past Historian Mary Malloy, who teaches at Harvard and at the Sea Education Association in Woods Hole, will discuss her historical mystery The Wandering Heart, which spirals back in time from the voyages of Captain Cook to the battles of the Crusades, Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Book Ends, 559... (Boston Globe)
Old West comes to Roslindale with yodeling lessons Jun 16, 2009
Kohout, who has been yodeling for 45 years, is currently working with the Boston Public Library system to spread the yodeling bug and works with both children and the elderly, whom she said are often healed by finding their voice through music. Susan Brady of Roslindale is a frequent visitor to the store. (Rsolindale Parkway Transcript, MA)
Column: City needs more cash from non-profits Apr 30, 2009
In order to gain feedback about the impact of tax-exempt properties, the PILOT Task Force recently held a public hearing at the Copley branch of the Boston Public Library. This hearing was informed by findings from a three-year long study commissioned by the city s Assessing Department to update and revise the assessments of properties owned by hospitals and universities in Boston. (West Roxbury Transcript, MA)
Obituary: Frank Schaller Apr 17, 2009
Memorial donations may be made to National Kidney Foundation, 85 Astor Ave., Suite 2, Norwood, MA 02062-5040; or to Trustees of BPL, Boston Public Library, 700 Boylston St., Boston, MA 02116. For online guest book, visit gfdoherty. (Needham Tab, MA)
How do you get to Carnegie Hall? Apr 14, 2009
Art Coelho and Maxine Olson, both Fresno County natives, are part of "Twice Removed," an exhibition featuring Portuguese-American artists that opened Thursday at the Boston Public Library. The artists belong to the Portuguese- American Artist Association. (Fresno Bee)
Wentworth submits major development plan Apr 13, 2009
- Boston Public Library. - NPR / Public Interactive. (Boston Business Journal, MA)
This Week in Print Apr 11, 2009
- Boston Public Library. Use of, or registration on, this site constitutes acceptance of our and. (Boston Business Journal, MA)
First Wind details Maine turbine project Apr 9, 2009
- Boston Public Library. - Investment Manager. (Boston Business Journal, MA)
Photo Release -- U Car Share -- the Alternative to Car Ownership -- Coming to Regis College Apr 7, 2009
Whether going to a lecture at the Boston Public Library or heading to Logan Airport to pick up a performer, U Car Share will provide our students with opportunities to expand their college experience. . (Primezone Releases)
> Globe shows red ink as Times faces cash crunch Apr 7, 2009
- Boston Public Library. - Social Media Agency. (Boston Business Journal, MA)
Bloomsouth Flooring files for bankruptcy Apr 6, 2009
- Boston Public Library. - Starr Psychiatric Center. (Boston Business Journal, MA)
Inverness slips after dividend, test news Apr 1, 2009
- Boston Public Library. - Marketing Firm. (Boston Business Journal, MA)
The suburban discount: Landlords get aggressive as fewer tenants eye open spaces Mar 22, 2009
- Boston Public Library. - Medical Technology Company. (Boston Business Journal, MA)
Harvard Business Review launches center Mar 18, 2009
- Boston Public Library. - Rapidly Growing Software Company. (Boston Business Journal, MA)
Human Capital: People on the move, Mar. 16 Mar 17, 2009
- Boston Public Library. - Amherst Skating Club. (Boston Business Journal, MA)
A leaner budget on the way for 2010 Mar 13, 2009
For example, the Boston Public Library will move the services of the Kirstein Business Branch to the central branch at Copley Square, strengthening resources for entrepreneurs and saving $250,000 annually. The city will also close its printing operations, resulting in a savings of over $400,000 next year and $1 million every year thereafter. (Rsolindale Parkway Transcript, MA)
Marblehead investment adviser charged Mar 12, 2009
- Boston Public Library. - LogMeIn, Inc.. (Boston Business Journal, MA)
Westwood Station project comes to halt Feb 16, 2009
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Celebrations Feb 8, 2009
The Boston Public Library Foundation presented the legendary Tony Bennett in a benefit concert November at Boston's newest luxury hotel, the Mandarin Oriental. Wed Jan 21, 2009, 01:09 PM EST. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
S.O.U.L.S wins annual service award Feb 8, 2009
S.O.U.L.S has information for different agencies that one can volunteer at around the city including the New England Aquarium, the Boston Public Library, and Habitat for Humanity. According to a press release, service learning, which puts community service onto the educational level, has been linked in correlation with positive academic outcomes for students who participate. (The Suffolk Journal, MA)
