Medical Fiction
In an alternate universe – the one where I don’t have the best job (librarian) – I’m a doctor. In this fantasyland I work in…
Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
May is Asian Pacific American Heritage month. Did you know that the month of May was chosen to commemorate the immigration of the first Japanese…
May is Short Story Month
Our economy is reopening. The traffic is building to pre-pandemic levels and our schedules are filling up. Do you feel like you don’t have time…
Take a Hike!
Springtime is in full swing, and it’s the perfect time for hiking! Perhaps you’ve been hiking your way through this pandemic as a safe way…
New England Culture and History
Ah, New England History; Puritans and the Revolution. But something must have happened since then, right? Let us offer a selection for a slightly more…
Patriots’ Day
Four major events normally take place on Patriots’ Day (April 19th) in the Boston area: the Boston Marathon, a Red Sox home game, the reenactment…
New YA Books for April
This month we have almost anything you could want – queer romance, deep and brooding mysteries, witty coming-of-age stories, and complex fantasy. Personally, I’m most…
COVID-19 Resources
The past year has been one that none of us ever expected. We have all been in this together and we have learned a lot…
Fairy Door Family Activity
Are you thinking about making a fairy house this spring or summer? Why not include a door? This fun craft idea comes from Low-mess Crafts…
The Sounds of Poetry
It’s National Poetry Month and we are sharing the joy and love of poetry with you. The items below are digital audiobooks and books on…