The APL is always expanding its Library of Things (LOT) collection. What is a “library of things,” you might ask? It’s a collection of unusual items you may not think a library would have, but can provide enjoyment, recreation, and/or education. Attleboro’s LOT consists of several kinds of kits, including MOBYpacks, which are nature-themed backpacks […]
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Sitting Pretty in April!
NEA Big Read: Attleboro has a quartet of events for you to enjoy this month–in Attleboro and beyond! On Thursday, April 13, from 1-2pm, join us at Bridgewater State University’s main campus for #BeSeen, a social-justice-focused exploration of Rebekah Taussig’s Sitting Pretty. Next, we will be outdoors at Attleboro Springs on Saturday, April 15, from […]
Hotspots available with your library card
Wi-Fi connectivity is crucial for studying, working, and even entertainment, so the APL has you covered with hotspots available for borrowing! Each hotspot connects up to 10 Wi-Fi devices, including laptops, tablets, and smartphones. We have almost 20 hotspots available to be borrowed by adults (18 and over) on a first-come, first-served basis for up […]
APL Receives $1,000 Teen Tech Grant!
The APL was one of 10 libraries selected to receive the Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) 2019 Digital Equipment Grant. Sponsored by The Dollar General Literacy Foundation, the grant has enabled the APL to purchase new technology to support our monthly High Tech Club for youth in grades 5-12 and provide enhanced outreach to […]