The APL is excited to share that this year’s City of Attleboro’s Community Read title is Nothing to See Here by Kevin Wilson! This book has been enthusiastically received by local readers. “So many powerful messages packed into this quirky little story” according to one and “I loved this book! It made me reflect on how […]
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Massachusetts Center for the Book 2023 Reading Challenge: Your August Prompt
Have you chosen your book for the Massachusetts Center for the Book Reading Challenge August prompt? This month, our challenge is to read “a book in translation.” Luckily, if you’d like to read a book translated into English, I have some great options for you! My Brilliant Friend by Elena Ferrante. This is the first […]
Book Giveaway on August 5!
As an early celebration of National Book Lovers Day, the Friends of Attleboro Public Library are hosting a book giveaway for children and adults. Picture books, chapter books, and novels will be available for children and youth, while paperbacks will be available for all ages. Come by between 11AM-1PM to receive a free book to add to […]
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 […]