Food insecurity happens all year long for some people–not just during the winter. As such, ...
Thank you to the many businesses and individuals who generously donated for the Friends of Attleboro Public Library’s largest fundraiser of the year, Library Giving Day, April 3. We surpassed our goal of $10,000! These funds will be used to update equipment used by library patrons, including audio visual equipment for meeting rooms, laptops for […]
APL will be closed on Monday, April 15, in observance of Patriots’ Day. We will resume our regular operating hours on Tuesday, April 16. What is Patriots’ Day, you might ask? It’s a special Massachusetts State holiday commemorating the opening battle of the American Revolutionary War (April 19, 1775). Read this article discussing Patriots’ Day in more […]
“Libraries work because we do” is a popular saying in the library world on National Library Workers Day. As the director of this library, I’m amending the statement to “The Attleboro Public Library works so well because the APL staff make magic happen!” While much of the public thinks staff sit and read all day, […]
How can you support the Library as well as a generous local business? By participating in the Pleasant Street Papa Gino’s/D’Angelo fundraiser for the Friends of Attleboro Public Library on Tuesday, April 9. Between 4-9pm, twenty percent (20%) of all sales will be donated if you mention the Friends. This applies to dine-in, carry out, online, or delivery […]
National Library Week (April 7-13) is an annual celebration of what libraries mean to their communities. This year’s national theme of “Ready, Set, Library!” promotes the idea that in an increasingly online world, libraries give the green light to something truly special: a place to connect with others, focusing on what matters most to you. For each day of Library […]
To celebrate the full eclipse on Monday afternoon, join APL, Attleboro Public Schools, and the Attleboro/Norton YMCA from 2:15-4:30pm for a fun, family-friendly viewing party in Balfour Riverwalk Park. Attendees can enjoy space-themed games, crafts, and activities. The pathway of the eclipse still looks great–and safe–for viewing. Make sure you have your eclipse glasses or pinhole […]
