Halloween is rapidly approaching, and the APL is ready for its annual “Trick or Reading” book giveaway on Tuesday, October 31, from 8:30am-4:30pm! As with all events at the Library, our goal is to share the love of books, and Trick or Reading is a fun way to encourage kids to read on the spookiest […]
Solar Eclipse activities at APL!
This Saturday (October 14), there will be a partial solar eclipse from 12:17pm – 2:34pm. To celebrate this atmospheric event, all week long leading up to the eclipse, APL has a variety of passive activities for families to enjoy! Stop by the Children’s Room to explore a storywalk, take a “solar eclipse selfie,” pick up […]
Neighbors in Dialogue is Back!
NiD continues its mission to “facilitate hard conversations to build an even better community.” This in-person session is designed to help participants move from passive bystander to active upstander when caught off guard hearing an offensive remark, where or when it isn’t expected. In this workshop style meeting of Neighbors in Dialogue, participants will learn new ways to respond to […]
Library closed on Indigenous Peoples’ Day
The Attleboro Public Library will be closed on Monday, October 9, in observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Visit us today and Saturday (8:30AM-4:30PM) to stock up on books, films, video games, and music to make your weekend more entertaining. Make sure to visit our eLibrary to access streaming services like Kanopy, or online databases like […]
Celebrate Banned Books Week October 1-7!
Started in1982, Banned Books Week is an annual response to the number of book challenges in libraries, bookstores, and schools. It highlights the value of free and open access to information and supports the freedom to seek and to express ideas. It is traditionally celebrated nationwide by libraries, educators, and readers, who believe in the […]