| Liberty |
773 Liberty Street
Manager: Haydee Hodis |
The Liberty Branch Library was built in 1930 to serve the new Liberty Heights suburb of Irish and French Canadian immigrants who were settling this part of the city as the Street Car lines were extended out Carew Street. Skilled workers and their families immediately made this library a popular and much appreciated part of the community. 1800 books were checked out the first day the Library was opened. Designed by architect Max Westoff in the Colonial Revival style with a Southern Flair in the use of the double chimneys on either end, this truly is an Architectural gem. W. W. Davis Construction built the Library for $35,000. They also constructed the Glenwood and Liberty schools.
COLLECTIONS include:
- Children's and adult books
- Fiction and non-fiction materials
- Feature films, children's videos, and documentaries
- CD-ROMS and cassette/book kits
- CDS and cassettes
SERVICES include:
- Reference: assists patrons in finding answers and/or materials
- Reader's Advisory: helps patrons of all ages find the right book
- PACS to access local and regional library catalogs
- Interlibrary and intralibrary loan service
- Access to databases with general, health and business information for adults and children
- Computer access: sign up at reference desk
- Word processing: 30 minute slots
- Internet: 30 minute slots
- Staff-assisted photocopying
FOR CHILDREN:
- Drop-In Crafts: Tuesdays, 3 - 4:30 pm
- Children's programming
- Storytimes for young children
- School Vacation Week activities
- Summer reading program
For Branch Advisory Committee information, contact:
Heather McLaughlin
123 Lancashire Rd.
Springfield MA 01104
(413) 781-8051
The Liberty Branch Advisory Committee meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month from 10:00-11:30. Bring your voice and your ideas on how to make Liberty work best for our neighborhood. All are welcome!
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