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Impact Report 2025https://issuu.com/bplfund/docs/bplf-impact_report-20210824

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This Banned Books Week, we recognize the importance of protecting the freedom to read and ensuring access to books, stories, and ideas.

Since October 2023, with funding from the Boston Public Library Fund, the @bplboston has participated in the national Books Unbanned initiative, which provides young people across the country with free access to the BPL’s digital collection, including often-challenged and LGBTQ+ inclusive books.

Swipe to hear directly from Books Unbanned cardholders about why access matters to them.

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Oct 6

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This Banned Books Week, we recognize the importance of protecting the freedom to read and ensuring access to books, stories, and ideas.

Since October 2023, with funding from the Boston Public Library Fund, the @bplboston has participated in the national Books Unbanned initiative, which provides young people across the country with free access to the BPL’s digital collection, including often-challenged and LGBTQ+ inclusive books.

Swipe to hear directly from Books Unbanned cardholders about why access matters to them.

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Leave it to the professionals (not BPLF staff)😉 to bring scenes from Shakespeare’s works to life throughout the McKim Building at the Central Library in Copley Square!

In collaboration with the @commshakes, on October 6th, 8th, 13th, and 14th, immerse yourself in pop-up scenes staged in four of the Library’s historic spaces. Hour-long performances will begin at 3pm and 6pm each day. Stay for individual moments or follow the performers throughout the building for an immersive journey.

No tickets needed. Shakespeare at the Library: Worlds of Imagination is free to all—simply show up and enjoy the performance.

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Leave it to the professionals (not BPLF staff)😉 to bring scenes from Shakespeare’s works to life throughout the McKim Building at the Central Library in Copley Square!

In collaboration with the @commshakes, on October 6th, 8th, 13th, and 14th, immerse yourself in pop-up scenes staged in four of the Library’s historic spaces. Hour-long performances will begin at 3pm and 6pm each day. Stay for individual moments or follow the performers throughout the building for an immersive journey.

No tickets needed. Shakespeare at the Library: Worlds of Imagination is free to all—simply show up and enjoy the performance.

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We’re just a few short weeks away from Night in the Stacks! 🎪✨

As we prepare to welcome 1,000 guests to the historic McKim Building for an unforgettable Midnight Circus, we want to take a moment to thank the incredible sponsors helping bring this year’s event to life whose generous support makes Night in the Stacks possible.

We are so grateful to each of our sponsors for believing in the Library, supporting the Emerging Leaders, and helping us make our fifth annual Night in the Stacks our biggest yet.

@peakeventservices @thecateredaffair @statestreetim_us @architecturalteam @saulewingllp @elkusmanfredi @accentureus @goldmansachs @ropesgray @meetbostonusa @ccsfundraising @wolfandcompanypc @allieduniversal @daedalus_art_conservation @oudenselloarchitecture @easternbank

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Sep 30

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We’re just a few short weeks away from Night in the Stacks! 🎪✨

As we prepare to welcome 1,000 guests to the historic McKim Building for an unforgettable Midnight Circus, we want to take a moment to thank the incredible sponsors helping bring this year’s event to life whose generous support makes Night in the Stacks possible.

We are so grateful to each of our sponsors for believing in the Library, supporting the Emerging Leaders, and helping us make our fifth annual Night in the Stacks our biggest yet.

@peakeventservices @thecateredaffair @statestreetim_us @architecturalteam @saulewingllp @elkusmanfredi @accentureus @goldmansachs @ropesgray @meetbostonusa @ccsfundraising @wolfandcompanypc @allieduniversal @daedalus_art_conservation @oudenselloarchitecture @easternbank

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You don’t want to miss this! 📚✨

Join us Thursday, October 1 for our next Library People conversation exploring what’s next for the historic McKim Building.

Beth Prindle, BPL’s Director of Research & Special Collections, and Paula Sakey, Executive Director of the Boston Public Library Fund, will share more about the comprehensive planning underway to shape the future of McKim’s spaces, services, and collections.

Thursday, October 1
12:00–12:30 p.m.
Zoom Webinar

Register today and join the conversation!

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You don’t want to miss this! 📚✨

Join us Thursday, October 1 for our next Library People conversation exploring what’s next for the historic McKim Building.

Beth Prindle, BPL’s Director of Research & Special Collections, and Paula Sakey, Executive Director of the Boston Public Library Fund, will share more about the comprehensive planning underway to shape the future of McKim’s spaces, services, and collections.

Thursday, October 1
12:00–12:30 p.m.
Zoom Webinar

Register today and join the conversation!

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September = Library Card Sign-Up Month! 📚✨

Consider this your sign to stop by your local BPL branch and get your very own library card. 💙

And while supplies last, you can choose from brand-new library card designs featuring artwork created by BPL patrons! 🎨

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Across the Boston Public Library, staff are dreaming up fresh ways for patrons to learn, create, and connect. Through initiatives like the Branching-Out Creative Catalyst Mini-Grant Program, those ideas can grow into meaningful programs shaped by the communities they serve.

This fall, help us raise $100,000 for programs at all 25 neighborhood branches.

Make your gift today: http://bplfund.org/give

#BranchByBranch #BostonPublicLibrary #FreeToAll

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Across the Boston Public Library, staff are dreaming up fresh ways for patrons to learn, create, and connect. Through initiatives like the Branching-Out Creative Catalyst Mini-Grant Program, those ideas can grow into meaningful programs shaped by the communities they serve.

This fall, help us raise $100,000 for programs at all 25 neighborhood branches.

Make your gift today: http://bplfund.org/give

#BranchByBranch #BostonPublicLibrary #FreeToAll

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We`re excited to share that the Boston Public Library Fund has been named an Official Charity Partner of the 2027 Boston Marathon® presented by Bank of America. 👟💛💙

Applications to join Team BPL for the 131st Boston Marathon are now open. By running with us, you will help power the Library`s mission to remain free and open to all. 📖

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We're excited to share that the Boston Public Library Fund has been named an Official Charity Partner of the 2027 Boston Marathon® presented by Bank of America. 👟💛💙

Applications to join Team BPL for the 131st Boston Marathon are now open. By running with us, you will help power the Library's mission to remain free and open to all. 📖

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Our 2026 Impact Report is here! 📖✨

From bringing revolutionary ideas to life, expanding access to programs and collections, to investing in the future of librarianship, your support of the Boston Public Library Fund helps turn the BPL’s vision into reality.

This year’s Impact Report celebrates the programs, people, and possibilities made possible by our incredible community of donors—and the many ways your generosity helps the Library remain a place of learning, connection, and opportunity for all.

Thank you for being part of another impactful year. 💙

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Our 2026 Impact Report is here! 📖✨

From bringing revolutionary ideas to life, expanding access to programs and collections, to investing in the future of librarianship, your support of the Boston Public Library Fund helps turn the BPL’s vision into reality.

This year’s Impact Report celebrates the programs, people, and possibilities made possible by our incredible community of donors—and the many ways your generosity helps the Library remain a place of learning, connection, and opportunity for all.

Thank you for being part of another impactful year. 💙

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