Mapleton Library
The Mapleton Branch's first home was a small library on 10th Avenue that opened in 1934. A year later, it moved to a storefront on 18th Avenue, with books and staff transferred from the former Astral Branch. The collection grew rapidly, and in 1955, a new branch opened on the corner of 17th Avenue and 60th Street.
The 2005 renovation features an updated children's program area; new computers and wireless public Internet access; and overall enhancements including new heat and air systems, new windows and furniture, and improved building appearance and function.
| Branch Contact Person: | Anthony Loum |
Directions:
Subway 
D Train to 62nd St at New Utrecht Avenue
B8 to 60th Street & 18th Avenue The library is at the southeast corner of 60th St and 17th Ave. Both streets are two-way. Get directions from Google or HopStop. |
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Program & Events:
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| Technology Available: | 14 computers for teens and adults, 9 computers for children. Self-check-out machines and separate library catalog computers on each floor. |
| Internet & WiFi: | Yes - WiFi info |
| Building Facts: |
3 floors |
| Multilingual Materials: | Albanian, Arabic, Chinese, English, Hebrew, Hungarian, Italian, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Urdu, Yiddish |
| Meeting Rooms: |
Yes |
| Copy Machines: | Yes |
| Restrooms: | Yes |
| Car Service: |
Jay’s Car Service – 5909 18th Ave (between 59th and 60th Sts), (718) 236-5900 |
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