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DISTINCTIVE
ASPECTS OF THE COLLECTION
The Faneuil Branch Library has the latest best-sellers, fiction
for every reader, mysteries & romances, current & classic
non-fiction, reference materials, magazines, videos and much more!
A special collection of Allston-Brighton historical documents is
a distinctive part of the library's reference materials. Other special
collections include a travel section, college reference, literacy,
materials in Russian, Spanish, Chinese and French, a research collection
of local Allston / Brighton newspapers, and young adult books and
materials. The children's room houses a variety of books and media
for all ages: picture books, first readers, mysteries, fiction,
non-fiction & reference, audio- and video- cassettes, and a
special science projects area.
RECURRING
PROGRAMMING OFFERED
Toddler and preschool story times and an after school activity program
for school age children are offered weekly. Internet workshops are
held for adults and an adult book discussion group meets each month.
English as a Second Language Conversation Groups are offered Tuesday
evenings during the summer.
SPECIAL
PROGRAMMING OFFERED
The library hosts a summer reading club as well as special performances
and events for all ages. The Friends of the Faneuil Branch Library
group sponsors seasonal open house programs, an annual fund-raising
auction, and other celebrations. Look for Cabaret nights on selected
Tuesday evenings featuring local Boston area talent.
HISTORY
Built in 1931 to replace a temporary location on Brooks Street,
the Faneuil Branch is one of the few buildings in Brighton designed
in the Art Deco style. This style was popular in the 1930s and is
best known for its frequent use in skyscrapers. The branch is an
excellent example of the style; the geometry used on the building
facade shows the main trait of the Art Deco style. The most unique
thing about the building, though, is its interior; it remains almost
exactly as it was in 1931 with most Art Deco details and decorations
intact.
RECENT
EVENTS
Sue Eaton Program
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Storytelling
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Carmen - Boston
Lyric Opera |
Making Scrapbooks |
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