A scheduled system maintenance will be completed on Friday, September 25th, beginning at 12:00 a.m. The maintenance is expected to last approximately 5 hours. Patrons will not be able to access the library's catalog, the MVLC app, update or register for a library card, or checkout new items or place holds in Overdrive/Libby until the maintenance is completed. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Please be advised that the Second Floor Reference Room will be unavailable to patrons starting at 1:00 pm on Saturday, September 26. Assistance will be available for patrons needing help printing, etc. on Floor 1 at the Information Desk. We apologize for any inconvenience.
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 - 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
I recently read and enjoyed The Kinship of Secrets by Eugenia Kim. The book tells the story of Miran and Inja, sisters who were raised on opposite sides of the globe. When Calvin and Najin Cho move to America for Calvin’s job, they bring their older daughter, Miran, with them and leave their younger daughter,…Read More
Album: Clockwork Angels by Rush Book: Clockwork Angels by Kevin J Anderson based on story by Neil Peart In light of the recent death of Neil Peart, I thought it might be a good idea to revisit my favorite piece in Rush’s discography: Clockwork Angels. Clockwork Angels is a matched book and album set, grand…Read More
The first-ever Federal census took place in 1790. With 10 states and 3 commonwealths to survey, but without the modern transportation and technological methods of today, it was a very different operation. Though the form and application of the Census has definitely changed over time, every 10 years since that long-ago first August, census-counters (or…Read More
During this time of social distancing, books, ebooks, and audiobooks are able to inspire us in many ways, distract us from being safe at home, and engage our brains in ways expanding beyond the walls of our homes. If you have your library card, please visit our Electronic Resources page to gain access to Libby/Overdrive…Read More
While we are all social distancing, Doug Cooper was happy to share some things that he's enjoyed that patrons might find as a way to appreciate the chance to slow down a bit. Recommended Blogs British Soldiers, American Revolution: This blog’s author, Don N. Hagist, does not update frequently. But, when he does, the stories…Read More
We all know that rainy days at home can be complicated, and even more so with social distancing. For those of you who have enjoyed escape rooms in the past, this is a digital twist. For those of you totally unfamiliar with escape rooms, they are typically physical rooms that require you to finish a…Read More
