Library expands ESOL, social‑work and community programs as demand rises

May 7, 2025

Councilors and library staff described record ESOL participation, growth of a social‑work pilot, mobile digitization and other community programs serving seniors, immigrants and people experiencing homelessness.

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Boston Public Library staff told the City Council committee they are expanding services for multilingual learners and vulnerable patrons while demand for literacy, job support and digital access grows.

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