National Libraries Week – State of the Pollard Memorial Library
In honor of the American Libraries Association's National Libraries Week, we wanted to share with our patrons a little more about the library and our highlights for 2018. ALA shares the trends in the country's libraries and more information about these as well as the top 11 banned books of 2018 can be found on…Read More
Be Curious! February’s Topic is Identity Theft!
Be Curious and Never Stop Learning. Want to learn about something new or share your experiences with others who want to learn from you? Each month, a new topic will be selected by the group who attends. We'll be exploring technology, life experiences, online resources, community assets, and more while having a combination of presentation…Read More
Special Bow Wow for Books Storytime to Kick Off Kids’ Week!
For children, ages 4-8Â Join us for a special winter storytime featuring our therapy dog Prince and his handler Joyce! We will be reading winter and dog themed stories, singing songs, playing instruments, and making a craft. Make sure to stay after storytime for a special meet and greet with Prince! *Prince and Joyce are…Read More
Spring Citizenship Class is now enrolling!
Join others on the path to citizenship by participating in the Pollard Memorial Library's citizenship class program Enroll in our 10 week class, running Wednesdays, starting March 6th through May 8th from 6:00 - 8:00 pm in our meeting room. For more information on our Citizenship program and other opportunities, please visit our Citizenship Corner…Read More
Special Needs Play Group
Special Needs children of all abilities and their families are invited to this Saturday's Special Needs Play Group. Join us for music, movement, and more! The fun starts at 10 AM.Read More
Library is Celebrating the Lowell Quarter Launch!
In honor of next week's quarter launch, the Pollard Memorial Library has created a collection of books for check out focused on the history of money, some of the greatest coins (and errors) in history, as well as the state and now National parks quarters. We encourage you to visit our display on the First…Read More
City of Lowell Warming Center Announced
Lowell City Manager Eileen Donoghue has directed Lowell Emergency Management to active the Local Warming Center, which will be held at the Lowell Senior Center, 276 Broadway Street, Lowell from Wednesday, January 30th at 8:00 pm and will remain open until Friday, February 1st at 8:00 am. The Local Warming Shelter will be managed by…Read More
Be Curious & Never Stop Learning Series – Procrastination – January 17 at 6:30 pm
Be Curious & Never Stop Learning - Topic: Procrastination THURSDAY, JANUARY 17th 6:30—7:30 PM Ground Floor Community / Meeting Room Be Curious and Never Stop Learning. Want to learn about something new or share your experiences with others who want to learn from you? Each month, a new topic will be selected by the group who…Read More
Bow WOW for Books Reading Experience has a new time on January 15th!
Hey, kids! Need to practice your reading? If so, the library's "Bow WOW for Books" is just the thing for you. Our dog friend, Prince, and his handler Joyce, love a good story! Prince and Joyce will be here on Tuesday, January 15th from 3:30—4:30 pm. Readers can sign up for 15 minute slots. Reserve…Read More
Resolution of Working Out – We Can Help!
Are you looking to stick with your New Year's resolution of being healthier and working out more? Then the library can help! Besides having a collection of workout books and videos in the library, our OverDrive service as access to 25 workout videos from Gaiam, Inc. These videos teach fitness skills such as yoga, pilates, and…Read More
Author Sharon Healy-Yang to visit Library this Thursday!
You are invited to join author Sharon Healy-Yang for a reading and book signing this Thursday, December 20th at 7:00 pm. Sharon is the author of the Jessica Minton Mystery series: Bait and Switch and Letter from a Dead Man. To register for the event, please visit https://pollardml.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/sharon-yang/ For more information about this author, please visit https://sharonhealyyang.com/Read More
Solar 101 for Solarize Plus Lowell – Ground Floor Meeting Room – Tuesday, November 27 – 6-7PM
Come join Solarize Volunteers and ReVision Energy as we talk about how you can harness Solar Energy and Heat Pumps to power your home. Solarize Lowell - active now! - reduces costs for clean energy upgrades by offering a group discount for everyone who signs up during the program. RSVP on solarizelowell.com or just visit to learn…Read More
Halloween Fun for Kids! Don’t miss it!
October Crafternoon! Join us for our Halloween Crafternoon this Saturday, October 27th from 1 - 2 P.M.! We will be decorating Halloween masks and a small Trick-or-Treat bag. For grades K - 4. Sign up on our online events calendar or by calling the Children's Desk (978) 674-1529. We still have some openings left! Children’s…Read More
Learn your Roots! Intro to Genealogy classes Friday & Saturday this week!
Intro to Genealogy Friday, October 26th 2:00 - 3:30 pm Saturday, October 27th 9:30 - 11:00 am Want to start looking into your family history but don't know where to start? Get helpful hints on how to organize your research, what tools to consider, free resources both in the library and online, and much more.…Read More
