The Boston Public Library Fund is pleased to welcome Julia Hilton to the team! đâ¨
As Director of Leadership Giving, Julia will work closely with members of the Patrons of the Courtyard, whose generosity helps advance the Libraryâs programs, services, and collections.
Before joining the Fund, Julia spent four years at Boston University in annual giving and major gifts, partnering with donors and university leaders across the Northeast.
Julia is also a proud BU alum, with a degree in history of art & architecture and French. Welcome, Julia! đ
Ready to learn and try new skills in the kitchen? đŠâđłâ¨ From exploring raw meals to learning the basics of kimchi preservation, the Nutrition Lab has it all.
Weâre especially excited to welcome back Glorya Fernandez, a former BPL Chef-in-Residenceâsuch a treat to learn from her again! đ
These programs are made possible thanks to the generous support of the Boston Public Library Fund đ
đą Grow your own garden with the BPL Seed Library!
Pick up free, easy-to-grow seedsâfrom veggies to flowers âand start your garden today . đź
đParticipating branches: Brighton ⢠Chinatown ⢠Codman Square ⢠Connolly ⢠East Boston ⢠Egleston Square ⢠Faneuil ⢠Fields Corner ⢠Hyde Park ⢠Jamaica Plain ⢠Mattapan ⢠Parker Hill ⢠Roslindale ⢠South Boston ⢠Uphams Corner ⢠West End ⢠West Roxbury
Supported by the Boston Public Library Fund through the Irene Haney Creative Enrichment Fund.đ
What a runâ¨
âRevolution! 250 Years of Art & Activismâ has officially closed after 26 unforgettable weeksâwelcoming 98,185 visitors into a powerful exploration of Bostonâs revolutionary history. Weâre deeply grateful to the Libraryâs curators and staff, who brought the BPLâs renowned Special Collections to life through more than 100 artworks and documentary materials.
âRevolution!â was supported by the Boston Public Library Fund as part of a major philanthropic investment to renovate and reimagine the Central Libraryâs historic McKim Building.
Together, we did it! đ
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our community, over 530 donors helped raise $103,250 in celebration of National Library Week to support the Boston Public Library.
Your support helps keep the Library a place where everyone can learn, explore, and connect. Thank you for celebrating the Boston Public Library with us! đ
Incredible afternoon to close out National Library Week! đ
We had a full house to view the PBS documentary âThe Librariansâ along with a panel discussion of local library leaders, moderated by @bplboston President David Leonard. Protecting the freedom to read is essential for a healthy democracy and the @bplfund was proud to support this screening to shine a light on book banning.
In these final hours of National Library Week, now is the time to show your support of libraries and make a gift at bplfund.org. Link in bio.
Celebrate National Library Week with us today! đ
Emerging Leaders and the Boston Public Library Fund will be tabling at the Central Library in Copley Square from 10 AMâ2 PM. Stop by to pick up bookmarks and other swagâand sign up for our eNewsletter for a chance to win an exclusive limited-edition mug!
We hope to see you there!
Yesterday, the @AmericanLibraryAssociation released the State of Americaâs Libraries report which underscores the importance of protecting the freedom to read. This National Library Week, the @BPLBoston proudly stands as a national leader in access, making sure every reader has the chance to explore, understand, and find their own path.
Read more at the link in our bio.
#NationalLibraryWeek #FindYourJoy #BostonPublicLibraryFund #BostonPublicLibrary #BPL #Freetoall
Sending a huge GO TEAM BPL! đ to our amazing runners hitting the course today!
From those early morning miles to your incredible fundraising efforts, we couldnât be prouder of everything youâve accomplishedâraising over $280,000 for the Boston Public Library! đđ
Nicole Boyea
Kelly Blavatt
Kerry Brodbeck
Stevie Carmody
Charlie Coughlin
Lucas Driscoll
Payden Falvey
Marguerite Flynn
Mike Garard
Tracy Haisley
Erin Hallisey
Megan Handa
Karli Kaye
Morgan Knauer
Annabel Lowe
Connie Nieva
Todd Plummer
Amelia Rudolph
Jaquelyn Shroyer
Kenneth Shea
Scott Stewart
David Wilson
Libby Wu
Keep an eye out for them and give them a big cheer! đââď¸đŁđââď¸
