These books are brat. What does that mean, you may ask? According to pop star Charli XCX, "You’re just like that girl who is a little messy and likes to party and maybe says some dumb things sometimes. Who feels herself but maybe also has a breakdown. But kind of like, parties through it, is very honest, very blunt. A little bit volatile. Like, does dumb things. But it’s brat. You’re brat. That’s brat." (And if you want to experience the music of Brat yourself, the album is available to stream on Hoopla.)
2024 Hugo Awards
Earlier this month, the 2024 Hugo Awards for excellence in science fiction and fantasy were announced. You can get some of these great works here at MHL, and you can see the full list of winners (which includes some categories we can't stock at MHL like Best Editor and Best Fan Writer) on the Hugo Awards website here.
Goodbye Summer, Hello Fall–programs that is!
Children's Fall Program Brochures are available in The Children's Room. Programs begin the week of September 16th. Program listings are being added to our online calendar for September through December. Call or email with any questions! 978-623-8440 or cr@mhl.org.
August 2024 Mid-Month Sudoku
Dear Sudoku fans. We present this month's puzzle with another number-related joke: How do you make seven even? Take away the S!
The Dog Days of Summer
Did you know that the "dog days of summer" are named for when Sirius, the Dog Star, rises at dawn? These days in July and August are typically also some of the hottest days of the year in the Northern hemisphere. Right now we're astrologically past the dog days of summer, but it's still a great time to check out these true stories about man's best friend.
Gold Medal Memoirs
Do you love the Olympics? Here are some memoirs written by summer Olympians of years past. Take home the gold...in reading!
August 2024 Puzzle: Literary Lefties
The title of this month's crossword reminds us of a joke: Did you hear about the guy who lost his left side? He's all right now.
August 2024 Book of the Month
The Golden Spoon by Jessa Maxwell is our pick for August's Book of the Month! A dash of Agatha Christie mixed with a generous serving of The Great British Bake Off, this book is sure to delight!
Music with Peter Sheridan!
Music with Peter Drop in and enjoy Peter Sheridans fun music program for preschoolers and their caregivers registration is not required Every third Friday of the month at 1030am Sponsored by The Friends of Memorial Hall Library…
Books for Fans of It Ends With Us
If you're a longtime fan of Colleen Hoover (aka CoHo) or a new reader intrigued by the upcoming movie adaptation of It Ends With Us, here are some books to check out. Whether you're drawn to the childhood friends-to-lovers, the tense portrayal of domestic violence, the swoony second chance romance, the quirky side characters, or some other aspect of It Ends With Us, these books should help you pass the time until you can get your hands on another CoHo title.