These are trying times for many people in our community. The coronavirus has led to business closures and layoffs, and people are struggling. If you need help but don’t know where to start, take a look at Benefits.gov. It is the official benefits site for the US Government, with information on over 1,000 federal and…Read More
In honor of National Preservation Month, the Pollard Memorial Library will be hosting a weekly Virtual Scavenger Hunt. Every Friday (May 8, 15, 22, & 29), we'll be posting a scavenger hunt of 15 questions. All answers can be obtained online and all will be related in some way to Lowell history, buildings, people, and…Read More
May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month One of the disappointments of social distancing is the cancellation of sports. Officially, the first day of spring is around March 20 each year. However, baseball, from Little League parades to Opening Day at the Major League stadiums, lets us know that spring is here. We hear…Read More
April in the Merrimack Valley this year was typical: flowers and birds everywhere, but not a lot of warmth. Now that it's May, many of us are itching to finally get out in the garden. It’s the perfect way to enjoy being outdoors while social distancing. Even if you are limited to a balcony or…Read More
Doors Open Lowell is a favorite event of the Library staff. We are able to chat about the rich history of the building, our interesting and varied art collection, favorite facts about Jack Kerouac, and the amazing architecture designed by Frederick Stickney whose work is prevalent throughout Lowell, including another example of Romanesque which is…Read More
COVID-19 has changed our lives, and it can be stressful. One of the best ways to alleviate that stress is to do physical activity. Our sports are cancelled, but there are plenty of things we can do to stay active while social distancing. I have been running, walking, and biking in my neighborhood, making sure…Read More
Transforming books to screen is not a new phenomenon, but with so many networks and the proliferation of streaming services, more content is being developed than ever before. If you turn on Netflix now, you will find a wide variety of series and movies based on books. As long as books are made into movies…Read More
This is a small selection of Latino and African-American authors who write Speculative Fiction, which is just a fancy term for science fiction and fantasy. Doug learned about this while reading up on science fiction from the comfort of his home during Covid19. Please note that some of the links are for other partner libraries…Read More
For National Library Week, Library Assistant Falicia is highlighting some classic myths and stories given new life through dramatization and retelling. Please note that some of the links are for other partner libraries in the state of Massachusetts. Did you know that you can borrow from any consortium in the state of Massachusetts? You just need…Read More
In recognition of National Library Week and the announcement later today about the Most Challenged Books of 2019 by the American Library Association, our library assistant, Doug, has created a list of previously challenged or banned books that are available through Overdrive and the Libby app. Did you know that you can borrow from any…Read More
Non-Fiction Selection: Available in eBook -Â Find Your Path: Honor Your Body, Fuel Your Soul, and Get Strong with the Fit52 Life. I just finished Carrie Underwood's newest book. She talks about her life growing up on a farm, a life filled with singing and her experience on her rise from American Idol to country music…Read More
I just finished a wonderful book, which I highly recommend. It is Marmee and Louisa by Eve LaPlante, which is a story of the Alcotts, focusing on Louisa May Alcott and her mother Abigail. The book gives credence to the author's belief that it was her mother, much more than her father Bronson, who inspired Louisa's independence,…Read More
Adult Fiction by Arab American Authors The Prophet, & the Wanderer By Khalil Gibran Audiobook available on OverDrive Listen The Other Americans By Laila Lalami eBook available on Overdrive or Audiobook available on OverDrive Listen The Woman Upstairs By Claire Messud eBook available on Overdrive When the World Was Steady By Claire Messud eBook available on Overdrive A Good Country By Laleh Khadivi eBook available on…Read More
Our staff member, Alison,keep_calm_infographic_en_508 recently watched a webinar titled “Coronavirus Frauds and Scams: What You Need to Know.” The presenter works at the Federal Trade Commision (FTC), a federal agency charged with protecting consumers. The speaker shared scams to be aware of and gave tips to avoid falling victim to them. While the webinar addressed…Read More
Recommended Read : The Yellow Bird Sings by Jennifer Rosner. It is available to borrow on the Overdrive for digital download under the Boston Public Library Consortium. I just finished reading The Yellow Bird Sings by Jennifer Rosner. As someone who has a love for historical fiction, especially about WWII, this is a must read.…Read More