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Dr. Garrett A. Weston

Dr. Garrett A. Weston

Every day at work, Dr. Weston helps children. He has noticed a lot of them reading the Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling while they sit in the waiting room. Dr. Weston really likes the concepts of magic and witchcraft and was upset to find out that his patients’ favorite books are often banned for having these fantastical elements! He encourages children to keep reading Harry Potter!Read More Read More

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Banned Books Week – 2023

Banned Books Week – 2023

Every Fall, libraries across the nation observe Banned Books Week. This is an opportunity to celebrate our freedom to read by highlighting books that some people think you shouldn’t be allowed to read. 2023 has seen an unprecedented surge in book challenges particularly in public libraries. Last Spring, in anticipation of this week, our interns from Mamaroneck High School interviewed members of the community about book banning. Each day this week we will highlight one of those interviews in a separate post. First up is MHS Principal Lina Carolini-Cannavò, followed by: Read More Read More

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MHS Principal Lina Carolini-Cannavò

MHS Principal Lina Carolini-Cannavò

Ms Cannavò’s favorite thing to do when she isn’t working is read and her favorite book is The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison, a frequently banned book. Ms Cannavò was surprised to hear that her other favorites, The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald and The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood have also been challenged! Ms Cannavò believes that “when you ban books, you ban knowledge” and hopes her students will continue to read freely!Read More Read More

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Try crochet!

Try crochet!

Tuesday, November 7
2:00 – 4:00pm
Grades 6 – 12
Main Floor Conference Room
Interested in crochet but don’t know where to start?  Drop in for some basic instruction and give it a try!  Materials provided.Read More Read More

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…in The Loft

…in The Loft

We order new YA books all the time. Come look for them in The Loft!
Here are some of our newest titles.Read More Read More

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Dungeons & Dragons

Dungeons & Dragons

Sundays, October 1, 15, 29
12:30 – 4:30pm
Grades 6 – 12
Michael P. Coords Activity Room
Join us for an ongoing D&D campaign. Please register so our DM can start planning!Read More Read More

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Gender identity, STDs, eating disorders, and more

Gender identity, STDs, eating disorders, and more

Sensitive topics like these make digital materials an amazing resource. The privacy that eBooks offer allow you to find answers without worrying about awkward interactions with parents, teachers, or librarians.  Here’s a list of books immediately available on the Hoopla app. Search within the app for additional resources you may need.Read More Read More

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Prepping for the SAT or ACT?

Prepping for the SAT or ACT?

20 full length practice exams
instant scoring
one-on-one live tutoring
FREE from the library and tutor.com
It’s easy to use…all you need is your library card number!  Start hereRead More Read More

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