Brooklyn Public Library

Filing Period

Jul 1, 2011 to Jun 30, 2012

Signed

Dec 15, 2012

Return Version

2011v1.3

Gross Receipts

$146,787,363

Mission

Major Activities

Activity 2

The Neighborhood Libraries provide free access to library services via 58 neighborhood locations throughout Brooklyn. There is a neighborhood library within a half-mile of nearly every Brooklyn resident. Library services include: use of Internet and PC software via 900+ public computers; browsing and borrowing privileges for 6 million+ books, DVD's videos and CD's covering topics for all ages and interests; programs covering literary, technology instruction and cultural topics; readers advisory and references services. Library users can also access Library information and resources via the Library's website, and search for, request and renew library books and materials via its online catalog. In FY 2012 the Neighborhood Libraries generated 16.2 million circulation and renewals of library materials, down 1.4 million from the previous year, and 4.2 million holdings. During this same period, staff attended to 2.7 million reference inquiries from patrons and delivered 33,886 programs to 660,804 participants.

Activity 3

Special programs functions provide programs and services dedicated to certain groups of library users including: seniors, children with special needs, toddlers, pre-school and school age children. Children's services include story hour, homework assistance and reading clubs. Free adult literacy, ESOL and Pre-GED educational services are available in locations throughout Brooklyn. A Business library providing services to small businesses, entrepreneurs and the corporate community is located in downtown Brooklyn. The Programs and Exhibitions Department provides inspiring, thought provoking, and entertaining cultural and educational programs and events throughout all Library locations. The free public programs and events include poetry readings, author visits, literary discussions, concerts, films series, art exhibitions, and cultural and historic celebrations. In FY 2012 the Special Programs generated 451,767 circulation and renewals of library materials and 76,000 holdings. During this same period, staff attended to 96,750 reference inquiries from patrons and delivered 4,732 programs to 83,043 participants.

Filer

EIN

11-1904261