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Lowell Lecture — John Jacobs

Presented by Boston Public Library at Boston Public Library: Copley Square Branch, Boston MA

May 02 2022
Lowell Lecture — John Jacobs

Life Is Good Co-Founder John Jacobs in conversation with Boston Public Library President David Leonard will instruct on the power of optimism, sharing how a Boston-based family business grew into a $150 million-dollar lifestyle brand.

When John and his brother Bert started the now $150 million company in 1994, they had $78 in their pockets, lived out of their van, and sold t-shirts on the streets of Boston. Was this their way of avoiding the “real world”? You betcha. Did it turn into something much bigger? Absolutely. It has been over 25 years since they sold their first t-shirt, but John and Bert champion the same mission: to spread the power of optimism. On their journey, they’ve been inspired by a vibrant community ... view more »

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Free admission - registration is recommended.

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Boston Public Library: Copley Square Branch

700 Boylston Street, Copley Square, Boston, MA 02116

COVID-19 Phased Reopening Details

Face Masks Required: No
Social Distancing: No
Limited Capacity: Yes
Reservations Required: No
Proof of Vaccination Required: No

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