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The Library hosts series of programs for Banned Books Week, October 1–7

SAN FRANCISCO, September 8, 2023 - Banned Books Week is October 1–7, and San Francisco Public Library is stepping into the national debate with a series of public programs and displays designed to raise awareness about the ongoing challenges to intellectual freedom. 

The $34 million renovation preserves the historic charm of the 1916 landmarked building while bringing the facility into the 21st century 

San Francisco, CA – Today, Mayor London N. Breed, Supervisor Hillary Ronen, San Francisco Public Library (SFPL) and Public Works (DPW) announced the start of construction on the $34 million Mission Branch Library renovation.  

SAN FRANCISCO, November 3, 2022 – This fall and winter, San Francisco Public Library (SFPL) hosts a wide array of exhibits in its public spaces. Always free, the exhibits feature the work of several San Francisco-based artists, including the City’s 7th Poet Laureate Kim Shuck in collaboration with visual artist LisaRuth Elliot. There is also a fun exhibition featuring artwork created by SFPL workers, showcasing their many hidden talents. Descriptions of each show follows. More information can be found at sfpl.org.

The temporary branch library, located at 1234 Valencia Street, will provide 7-day, in-person service while the historic Mission Branch Library undergoes a $24.7 million renovation 

MEDIA PREVIEW & TOUR: Friday, June 17 at 10 a.m. RSVP to Kate.Patterson@SFPL.org