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University Branch Project Reaches Major Milestone
In our October 2025 University Branch update, we highlighted the significant progress made on the seismic retrofit of the branch, including the installation of reinforced shear walls at critical support points, which extend from the ceiling through the basement. Seismic Retrofit Complete! In this update, we are excited to announce that the seismic retrofit of… Continue reading
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U.S. Rep. Pramila Jayapal Gets an Inside Look at University Branch Renovations
In our blog post last May, we announced that construction had begun at The Seattle Public Library’s University Branch, which is undergoing major renovations to improve the safety, accessibility and usability of the branch while reducing our carbon footprint. On August 11, U.S. Rep. Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) joined Chief Librarian Tom Fay; The Seattle Public… Continue reading
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University Branch To Close On January 29, 2025, For Major Renovations
The Seattle Public Library’s historically landmarked University Branch (5009 Roosevelt Way N.E.) will temporarily close from Wednesday, January 29, until late 2026 for major renovations, including a seismic retrofit to make the building safer in the event of an earthquake. When the branch reopens in late 2026, patrons will be able to enjoy several significant… Continue reading
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The Seattle Public Library Zine Collections
A zine is a self-published work of original or appropriated and remixed materials, including photographs, drawings, poetry, and prose. Typically limited in print number, zines are most often stapled-together paper reproduced on a photocopier, and distributed locally. While zines are closely associated with music scenes such as punk or riot grrrl, they have existed in… Continue reading
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Movie Mondays: Hitchcock through the Decades at the University Branch!
Few artists have had such long and successful careers as the supreme stylist of suspense, Alfred Hitchcock. The University Branch is celebrating Hitchcock’s remarkable longevity with a film series showcasing one film from each of the six decades he worked in, from the silent era of the 1920s all the way to the grimy Technicolor… Continue reading
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Movie Mondays: Hollywood Classics at the University Branch
All month long the University Branch is highlighting classic Hollywood genres with free screenings every Saturday afternoon! Join us at 2:00 PM for these upcoming features. Did I mention FREE POPCORN? Continue reading