Indian Orchard Branch Library

Opened March 18, 1909, the Indian Orchard Library was built with a grant from the Andrew Carnegie Foundation. This Classical Revival Style building was designed by local architect John Donahue and built by local craftsmen. The Indian Orchard Branch was the first fully staffed suburban branch library in the city. This library has always played an important role as a community center and has traditionally been a place new immigrants could come to learn to become American citizens.

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

FOR CHILDREN:

• Drop-In Crafts, Wednesdays, 2-4 pm
• Children's programming
• School Vacation Week activities
• Summer reading program
• Homework Center, including assistance from homework coaches Mondays from 2:30 to 5 pm and Wednesdays from 2:30 to 5:30 pm during the school year

For Branch Advisory Committee information, contact:
Jean Mathisen
1150 Worcester St
Indian Orchard MA 01150
413-543-3551
jeamathis@aol.com
Next Meeting: TBA

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