Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated every year from September 15 – October 15. During this period, the cultures, histories, and contributions of Spanish-speaking Americans are celebrated. This group includes people whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central & South America. Hispanic Heritage Week was first observed in 1968, when President Lyndon Johnson […]
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It’s Disability Pride Month!
July is the anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Originally signed just 33 years ago in 1990, the ADA is a federal civil rights law that “prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in everyday activities.” This yearly anniversary is a great time to celebrate and recognize the accomplishments, legacy, and […]
Relay for Life of Greater Attleboro luminaries on display at APL
Have you seen the beautiful luminaries in the display cases on the first and second floors of APL? They were created by more than a dozen artists during the living art exhibit “Creating Awareness: Artists Work to Illuminate and Support” that was held at the Attleboro Arts Museum during this past February’s Winter Night Festival. All […]
Library Open House Celebration
We are thrilled to announce that after so many months of being draped in construction sheeting and being partially open due to COVID, the library is finally, fully OPEN! Please join our celebration on Saturday, June 25 from 2-4pm for music, food and fun! At 2pm in the Marble Lobby we will hear from the […]