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The Friends of the Maynard Public Library is an all-volunteer 501c3, providing financial support to the library, as well as volunteers for library events. Join us by becoming a Friend today!
Coming to you soon: the Maynard Book Festival. From April 7 through 11, there will be 5 days of awesome events: Author talks, poetry readings, children’s programming, and special exhibitions at the Maynard Public Library and Felixology Bookshop. Learn more at maynardbookfestival.org.
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The Maynard Book Festival is coming soon. Five days of books, authors, readings, art, poetry and open mics, and more! Get all the info here! @maynardlibfriends.bsky.social
Library friends, help support school libraries in #Massachusetts... Send a quick email to your senator to ask them to advance S.2865.
The American Library Association strongly denounces new federal book banning legislation proposed in Congress. Call your Reps. Tell them to oppose H.R. 7661. Capitol switchboard: 202-224-3121 American Library Association, Show Up For Our Libraries
"Parents, not politicians, should guide their children’s reading. In our school, campus, and public libraries, materials are selected by trained literacy professionals who understand child development and community needs. Their work is grounded in one clear purpose: helping young people become lifelong readers. H.R. 7661 isn’t fundamentally about protecting kids. It’s about giving politicians broad authority to restrict whose stories are allowed on the shelves. That should concern anyone who believes in the freedom to read and the right of families to make decisions for themselves.” - ALA President Sam Helmick
"Rather than targeting librarians and teachers, Congress should invest in them. The Right to Read Act offers a better path, supporting well-staffed and well-resourced school libraries, strengthening evidence-based literacy instruction, and protecting the dedicated professionals who help young people discover books that open doors and expand horizons. When we trust families, support educators, and protect the freedom to read, our young people thrive.” - ALA President Sam Helmick.
NEW: ALA strongly denounces new federal book banning legislation introduced in Congress, HR 7661.
As ALA President Sam Helmick said, "Parents, not politicians, should guide their children's reading." Call your Rep and tell them to oppose this new bill.
More from ALA: www.ala.org/news/2026/02...
We are proud to partner with the Human Rights Campaign to celebrate National Day of Reading today alongside other organizations @penamerica.bsky.social @neatoday.bsky.social @aabbri.bsky.social @aaslala.bsky.social @hrc.org
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Do you like to problem-solve? Sign up to coach, train, learn or observe at an in-person repair event. First timers are always welcome: You learn too: floating among items and consulting with others is heartily encouraged; "fixing families" are especially welcome. bit.ly/inpersoncoac...
Next week is Library Lovers Week, which celebrates libraries as essential community spaces that foster lifelong reading, support access, and keep stories alive across generations. Hosted by EveryLibrary, each night there is a set of 3 free events to watch live! RSVP to be reminded.
Watch The Librarians, a new documentary about censorship, libraries, and the fight for the right to read, premiering next Monday, February 9 on Independent Lens on PBS via @everylibrary.bsky.social
In communities across the country, school and public libraries are under attack from another direction: book bans, criminalization of librarians, and efforts to erase entire groups and perspectives from public view.
Friends of the library zine cover featuring three people enclosing a library. The background is blue.
We made a resource zine on Friends of the Library groups over at @librariesftp.bsky.social: www.librariesforthepeople.org/resources#fo...
We would love to have your support before the end of the year! Consider becoming a Friend of the Maynard Library, or renewing your membership. #loveourlibrary
Would you like to be a friend of the library? Today's the day! Become a member and help us support the library's programs in 2026! Thank you!
We had a wonderful time participating in the 2025 Maynard Holiday Parade. We love Aly's Christmas Tree hat. Thanks to everyone who came out and happy holidays!
We're ready for the Beacon Santa Telethon! We donated two baskets full of books to the auction. You can bid on one for adults or one for kids. Parents, the one for kids has a coupon for a special VIP story time with Mr. Mark.
TODAY: Don't miss an afternoon of programs with our friends at Booklist, including a panel with @ashleyhopeperez.bsky.social @kellyyang.bsky.social @jarrettdapier.bsky.social 😍