The world we live in is diverse, filled with people from many cultures and backgrounds, and the Attleboro Public Library’s collections and displays seek to reflect and celebrate that variety. Throughout the year, the APL strives to highlight collections including the variety of patrons in the Attleboro area, and the world. From Black History Month […]
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Stress Less, Read More
It’s December already! While many people are out shopping and decorating, APL staff are busy helping patrons make the most of the season. Whether you want holiday movies (on the third floor), festive music (on the first floor), or games to play with your friends and family (second floor), we hope to have just what […]
It’s National Picture Book Month!
November is National Picture Book Month, and the APL’s Head of Children’s Services Mrs. Brown wants to remind everyone that picture books are for all ages. Picture Book Month is an international initiative to encourage everyone to celebrate literacy during November. With real-time topics of homelessness to civil rights and family structure, to more funny topics […]
Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month!
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 […]
