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In this Issue
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AnnouncementsThe Friends of the Somerville Library Winter Book Sale is back! The sale will be at the Central Library on the first weekend of December. Learn more here. Upcoming Closures: - Wednesday, December 24: Open 9am-1pm
- Thursday, December 25: Closed for Christmas holiday
- Wednesday, December 31: Open 9am-5pm
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A flawless novel. It had such an impact that I spent the following several months reading nonfiction and watching documentaries about the AIDS crisis. - Cathy, Reference Librarian
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Emily Wilson's translation of Homer's The Odyssey is digestible and makes reading the stories you've always heard about an thoroughly enjoyable ride. - Tim, Generalist Librarian
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A girl spends the summer with her uncle and cousin, meeting a community of tiny winged people, working together with her new neighbors, and finding her place in the world. - Alison, Children's Librarian
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An unflinching look at America’s ever-expanding immigrant detention system. A very timely read, when trying to make sense of current events. - Tim, Technology Librarian
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This queer modern gothic story was a delight from start to finish, and perfect for convincing yourself that your own holiday gatherings are bound to be better! - Brigid, Community Services Librarian
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A dazzling exploration of an ancient concept – to recognize rivers as living beings and grant them legal protections in the fight against environmental devastation. - Carrie, Reference Librarian
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