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The Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch Library, organized in 1952, is the oldest Friends group in the Boston Public Library system. We are a group of people who love libraries and all the enrichment they bring to our community.  We especially love the Jamaica Plain Branch.

  • We plan and sponsor free educational and cultural programs for the JP community, including the management of the gallery space

  • We raise funds to purchase and lend free museum passes to library patrons

  • We raise funds to purchase library materials and supplies for the JP Branch

  • We advocate for enhancements to the library and its collections

  • We strongly supported a complete renovation and expansion of the JP Branch Library in order to better serve the needs of the JP community - that was completed in 2017

“Anyone who think this world is without magic hasn’t been to a library.”
— Amy Fellner Dominy
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Jennifer Pinck: Visual Research

JAMAICA PLAIN, MA — The Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in collaboration with The Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library and Uforge, is thrilled to unveil the latest edition of its annual rotating art program for 2024. The library is proud to feature Gloucester-resident, Jennifer Pinck, and her latest exhibit, "Visual Research,” highlighting Pinck's multifaceted experiences and her profound passion for painting.

"Visual Research" offers a glimpse into Jennifer Pinck's captivating journey as an artist. Nestled in her painting studio in the Annisquam Woods, she immerses herself in the interplay of light, color, and geometry. Through her vibrant canvases, Pinck invites viewers to explore the intricate connections between the natural and built environments. Her unique perspective, honed by decades of experience, transforms ordinary scenes into extraordinary works of art.

Jennifer Pinck: Visual Research is on view from May 2-June 26, 2024, with a reception to be held on Thursday, May 2, 2024, 5:30-7:30 PM. The library is open Monday-Wednesday 10-6, Thursday 12-8, and Friday and Saturday 9-5 (closed Sundays). The exhibition space is located on the lower level.

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Jane Keddy: Women's Work

JAMAICA PLAIN, MA — The Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in collaboration with The Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library and Uforge, is thrilled to unveil the latest edition of its annual rotating art program for 2024. The library is excited to showcase "Jane Keddy: Women’s Work".

Hailing from Gloucester, Jane Keddy is a versatile artist with expertise in printmaking and textile art, exploring various mediums such as ecoprinting, shibori, and textile collage. Commencing her artistic journey with batik, she expanded into silkscreen printing on paper and fabric.

Jane Keddy: Women’s Work is on view from February 29-May 1, 2024, with a reception to be held on Thursday, February 29, 2024, 5:30-7:30 PM. The library is open Monday-Wednesday 10-6, Thursday 12-8, and Friday and Saturday 9-5 (closed Sundays). The exhibition space is located on the lower level.

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Mia Schon: Painting with Paper

JAMAICA PLAIN, MA — The Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in collaboration with The Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library and Uforge, is delighted to announce the first installment of its annual rotating art program for 2024. In a celebration of abstract art, the library proudly presents "Mia Schon: Painting with Paper," featuring the work of Waltham-based artist Mia Schon.

Mia Schon: Paintng with Paper is on view from January 4 - February 28, 2024, with a reception to be held on Thursday, January 4, 2024, 5:30-7:30 PM. The library is open Monday-Wednesday 10-6, Thursday 12-8, and Friday and Saturday 9-5 (closed Sundays). The exhibition space is located on the lower level.

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