Marlborough Public Library Awarded

The Marlborough Public Library was recognized for its newsletter recently.

Editor's Note: The following information was provided by the Marlborough Public Library. The Marlborough Public Library’s newsletter was recently awarded an Honorable Mention in the 21st Public Relations Awards given out by the Massachusetts Library Association. Awards were presented on April 25 at their annual conference in Cambridge, MA. Library Director, Margaret Cardello, accepted the award on behalf of the library but credits the staff with the newsletter’s success. “The staff came up with the idea just about a year ago to create a newsletter to keep residents up to date on everything that is happening at the Library,” said Cardello. She also credits, Jessica Bacon, the library’s Teen Librarian and newsletter editor for the success …

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Author Andre Dubus Talks Writing in Marlborough

Massachusetts Author Andre Dubus III spoke about the life that lead him to write the memoir Townie during a recent visit to the Marlborough Public Library.

From a rough-and-tumble life to the author of a book that was turned into an award-nominated movie, Massachusetts Author Andre Dubus III talked Wednesday about his life and what it takes to write in the modern world. "Writing saved me. Writing got me off the path," said Dubus to a group of 40 that came out to hear the author of the "House of Sand and Fog" speak at the Marlborough Public Library. That path was one of a violent youth who had taken to fighting those who picked on others after a traumatic incident involving a younger brother. The memoir in which he captured this time in his life, titled "Townie," has turned into a book for a generation in his home town of Haverhill who grew up in similar circumstances, said Dubus. He …

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Library Hosts Word Wars for Teens

The Marlborough Public Library is playing host to a teen writing program Thursday.

The Marlborough Public Library will host "Word Wars: Teen Writing Event" tomorrow from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The program allows teens to register and compete in mini writing challenges against their peers. These challenges include like Write or Die (Speed Writing), Cake vs Pie (persuade your peers that your topic is superior) and Character Palooza (write a story based on a set list of characters, revealed at special times). More information on the program can be obtained by emailing Teen Librarian Jess Bacon at jbacon@cwmars.org.

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Muggle Support Group

The Marlborough Public Library continues with a program using Harry Potter to get children engaged in reading.

Children that love to read fantasy and their parents have a group at the Marlborough Library aimed at their tastes. Stop by the Children's Room to find out what book the group be discussing this month on Monday., Nov. 5 from 7 to 8 p.m. and to pick up your copy. Registration is required and is limited to 15 children. This program is recommended for ages 10 and up. Register by calling the Children's Room at 508-624-6900 or by stopping by.

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Author Julie Berry Comes to Marlborough

Children's author Julie Berry will be in Marlborough on Monday Sept. 24.

Next Monday, the Marlborough Public Library will be hosting Julie Berry, author of the Splurch Academy series and The Amaranth Enchantment. Berry will be discussing her published works and forthcoming titles from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Bigelow Auditorium. She will answer questions about her writing process and her writing life. Berry will also engage the audience with her own questions. Books will be available for purchase and signing. Registration for this event is required and began Monday. Registration is limited to 70 people. To register, or if you would like additional information, please call the Children’s Room at: 508-624-6902, or just stop by.

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5 Things You Need to Know Today: June 19

Summer solstice, summer reading, a chance to star in a summer play and more.

  Our weekday morning column, 5 Things You  Need to Know, provides you with information that can help you plan your day and give you some fodder for water cooler conversations. 1. Congratulations to Assabet Valley Vocational Technical High School metal fabrication and welding teacher Neil Mansfield, who was a semi-finalist for the 2013 Massachusetts Teacher of the Year, an honor that went to Sharon High School French teacher Kathleen Turner. As a semi-finalist, Mansfield also earned a $1,000 grant for his work.  2. Looking for some new books to add to your summer reading list? The Marlborough Public Library is ready to help you out, hosting a Book Lover’s Book Swap that will feature some of the library staff’s favorite books. The event …

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5 Things You Need to Know Today: May 9

The story with the Marlborough Public Schools continues to develop, and today's column has a list of the five most-requested items at the library this week.

1. Do you think that Superintendent Anthony Pope will be cleared of the charges that have been laid against him, or do you think the district has some changes in its future. As Mayor Vigeant presents his report to the school committee, the teachers union has filed an official complaint. More to come on this developing story. 2. The Mother's Day forecast is looking great. See the details in this story.  3. State senate candidate Dean Cavaretta recently presented his platform in a local television interview. If you are interested in this Republican challenger to Jamie Eldridge, you can watch the video here.  4. Here are the five most-requested items at the Marlborough Public Library this week: 1. Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins; 2. Fifty …

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'American Gods' by Gaiman Holds Top Spot in Requests

Here is a list of the most requested items this week at the Marlborough Public Library.

These were the most requested items at the Marlborough Public Library over the last week. To get your copies, call or visit the library, or go online and reserve the item. 1. American Gods by Neil Gaiman 2. Bad Teacher (DVD) 3. Bridesmaids (DVD) 4. The Change Up (DVD) 5. Cowboys and Aliens (DVD) Provided by the staff of the Marlborough Public Library. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter to keep up to date on the latest Marlborough news, or simply hit the "like" button at the top of this page.

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Josh Gray

2:16 pm on Thursday, December 29, 2011

I'm starting "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo" today. I hear it is pretty riveting!   more ›

Top 10 Children's Books for Holiday Gifts

Do you need a last minute gift for a child in your life? Here's some help.

1. Alvin Ho Book 4: Allergic to Dead Bodies, Funerals, and Other Fatal Circumstances by Lenore Look (appropriate for grades 2 through 4) 2. Gossie and Gertie by Olivier Dunrea (appropriate for preschool through kindergarten) 3. The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place Book II: The Hidden Gallery by Maryrose Wood and Jon Klassen (appropriate for grades 3 and up) 4. Glow by Amy Kathleen Ryan (appropriate for preteens and teens) 5. Splat the Cat by Rob Scotton (appropriate for preschool and up) 6. Jumpy Jack & Googily by Meg Rosoff (appropriate for preschool and up) 7. Vordak the Incomprehensible: How to Grow Up and Rule the World by Scott Seegert (grade 4, age 9 and up) 8. The Fourth Stall by Chris Rylander (appropriate for grade 3, age 8 …

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Josh Gray

12:45 pm on Wednesday, December 21, 2011

I've added age and grade recommendations. That should help. Thanks for the suggestion.   more ›

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"American Gods" by Gaiman Tops Library Requests

Here is a list of the most requested items this week at the Marlborough Public Library.

These were the most requested items at the Marlborough Public Library over the last week. To get your copies, call or visit the library, or go online and reserve the item. 1. American Gods by Neil Gaiman 2. Bad Teacher (DVD) 3. Bridesmaids (DVD) 4. The Change Up (DVD) 5. Cowboys and Aliens (DVD) Provided by the staff of the Marlborough Public Library. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter to keep up to date on the latest Marlborough news, or simply hit the "like" button at the top of this page.

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