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Briefly Perfectly Human: Making an Authentic Life by Getting Real About the End More Info Borrow
By Alua Arthur. From Mariner Books.
 (14 reviews)
For her clients and everyone who has been inspired by her humanity, Alua Arthur is a friend at the end of the world. As our country’s leading death doula, she’s spreading a transformative message: thinking about your death—whether imminent or not—will breathe wild, new potential into your life.
Warm, generous, and funny AF, Alua supports and helps manage end-of-life care on many levels. |
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Taylor Swift Listen Party Date: Tuesday, April 23
Time: 4:30 - 6:00 PM
The library is getting ready for our Tortured Poets Department era!
Come listen to the newly released Taylor Swift album The Tortured Poets Department and make friendship bracelets! Or maybe you already have a bunch of friendship bracelets and want to trade. It's a great opportunity to spend time with fellow Swifties and enjoy Taylor's new music!
All ages are invited, drop in or stay the full time. |
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Storytelling and Origami with Motoko Date: Saturday, April 27
Time: 1:30 PM
"Parents’ Choice Award winning storyteller Motoko regales families (ages 5 and up) with delightful folktales from her native Japan, combined with hands-on origami activities. Motoko’s step-by-step instructions make the ancient Japanese art fun and accessible. Children will learn focus, imagination, and precision while creating pieces of art.
This program is funded by the Friends of the Library and by a grant from the Acton-Boxborough Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency. " |
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Art Exhibit Watercolor artist Peter Shaw will have his artwork on display in the library meeting room for April through May.
Stop by to enjoy some of his wonderful paintings!
Visit his website at: https://www.pshaw.art/ |
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Upcoming Toddler/Pre-K Craft Time Date: Weekly on Thursdays
Time: 2:30 PM
For Ages 2-5
This weekly craft time is for the little ones! No registration is required, but there is a limit of 12 participants (first come first served). Note: Crafts are subject to change.
4/18 - Rainbow Windsocks
4/25 - Flower Painting
5/2 - Cancelled
5/9 - Cutout Hearts
5/16 - Colorful Turtles
5/23 - Wands
5/30 - Very Hungry Caterpillars
6/6 - Puppet Pals
6/13 - Bees |
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Upcoming Kids' Crafternoons Date: Weekly on Tuesday
Time: 4:30 PM
For kindergarten and up
This weekly craft time is for bigger kids! No registration is required, but there is a limit of 12 participants (first come first served). Note: Crafts are subject to change.
4/16 - Cancelled for April Vacation
4/23 - Folded Paper Umbrellas
4/30 - Chalk Butterflies
5/7 - Clay Bouquets
5/14 - Bird Kites
5/21 - Craft Stick Narwhals
5/28 - Spin Drums
6/4 - Paper Plate Frisbees
6/11 - Slime |
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The library is always open online! Don't forget that our online resources are always available:
Click here to go to our website
Click here to view our online catalog
Click here to look at our digital resources |
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Follow Us on Social Media Stay up to date with what's happening at the library by visiting and liking us on Facebook and following us on Instagram. |
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The 169-Story Treehouse More Info Borrow
By Andy Griffiths. From Feiwel & Friends.
(16 reviews)
Andy and Terry live in a 169-story treehouse. Or, at least they will live in a 169-story treehouse once they finish building all thirteen new levels!
The upgrades to the treehouse are still under construction and therefore super-duper top secret, but The 169-Story Treehouse is sure to be the zaniest adventure yet from New York Times bestselling dynamic duo Andy Griffiths and Terry Denton. |
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Butt or Face? Volume 2: Revenge of the Butts More Info Borrow
By Kari Lavelle. From Sourcebooks Explore.
(38 reviews)
Are you ready for round two of the hilarious guessing game picture book? Discover fascinating facts about animals while guessing if you're looking at a butt or a face!
Butt or Face? Volume 2 continues the delightfully cheeky challenge with a whole new set of animals from all over the world. Examine a close-up photo of an animal and then guess whether you're looking at the top or the…um…bottom. The answer is revealed on the next page with a compete photo of the animal! |
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I Survived the Attacks of September 11, 2001 (I Survived Graphic Novel #4) More Info Borrow
By Lauren Tarshis. From Graphix.
(153 reviews)
A gripping graphic novel adaptation of Lauren Tarshis's bestselling I Survived the Attacks of September 11, 2001, in time for the 20th anniversary of 9/11.
The only thing Lucas loves more than football is his Uncle Benny, his dad's best friend at the fire department where they both work. Benny taught Lucas everything about football. So when Lucas's parents decide the sport is too dangerous and he needs to quit, Lucas has to talk to his biggest fan. The next morning, Lucas takes the train to the city instead of the bus to school. |
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The Boy Who Said Wow More Info Borrow
By Todd Boss. From Beach Lane Books.
Inspired by the beautiful true story of a nonverbal boy moved to speech at his first Mozart concert, this picture book is a testament to the power of art and the boundless joy it can bring.
When Grandfather comes to take his grandson to a concert, Ronan is quiet as they leave the house, quiet in the car, and quiet at the concert hall. |
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The Evolution of Annabel Craig More Info Borrow
By Lisa Grunwald. From Random House.
 (98 reviews)
A young Southern woman sets out on a journey of self-discovery as the infamous 1925 Scopes Trial tests her faith and her marriage in this moving novel from the author of Time After Time and The Irresistible Henry House.
“Lisa Grunwald is a national treasure. . . . An essential American story from a master craftsman.”
—Adriana Trigiani, New York Times bestselling author of The Good Left Undone
I had never questioned a miracle, witnessed a gunfight, or seen a dead body. . . . I had thought I knew exactly what I wanted and what I didn't. |
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Blood City Rollers More Info Borrow
By V.P. Anderson. From Labyrinth Road.
 (40 reviews)
Skates on. Fangs out. Let’s roll. This perfectly paranormal graphic novel about a 13-year-old ice skater who embraces the dark side and finds her light when she joins a vampire roller derby team is to die for.
Ice-skater Mina is on a one-track path to Olympic gold and glory—that is, until she totally wipes out at her biggest competition, and is kinda-sorta-kidnapped by undead kids on roller skates. |
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Roar-Choo! More Info Borrow
By Charlotte Cheng. From Rocky Pond Books.
(23 reviews)
Patient, peaceful Phoenix tries to take care of rambunctious and cold-ridden Dragon, which leads to hilarious and sweet results (with vibrant illustrations by the Caldecott Medal-winning creator of Beekle).
Everyone knows that dragons are fierce, capable of taking on the world!
But this dragon can’t stop sneezing long enough to get a roar out. Even with friendly Phoenix insisting that Dragon get some rest, this powerful creature refuses to stop for any orange ginger tea or a drop of bone broth soup. |
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The Egg Incident More Info Borrow
By Ziggy Hanaor. From Cicada Books.
(7 reviews)
A joyous reversal of the traditional Humpty Dumpty tale of caution!Humphrey is an egg. An egg with very overprotective parents. "Remember Humphrey; never run, never jump and never ever EVER sit on a wall. You remember what happened to your uncle…".
Humphrey lives a very quiet and cautious life, until the day he bumps into Princess Jean (PJ) in the park. An adventurer through and through, PJ can’t understand why Humphrey doesn’t allow himself to have any fun. She tells him tales of all her antics and mishaps and they don’t notice the park is closing.
Oh no! |
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Massachusetts Driver’s Practice Tests: +360 Driving Test Questions to Help You Ace Your DMV Exam More Info Borrow
By Ged Benson. From Independently published. |
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Massachusetts Drivers Handbook More Info Borrow
By Jesse Print. From Independently published.
Massachusetts driver's handbook is specifically written to ensure a remarkable success of all the driving test-takers by providing identical or the most closely related exam questions, followed by concise and quality lessons that aim to deliver a thorough understanding of the logic behind traffic signs, road marking and driving rules.
Our ultimate objective is to prepare you for the exam, making sure you do not experience any difficulty during the test.
The driving exam features a variety of questions that will gauge your quick-thinking skills and require you to use common sense. |
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Brave Baby Hummingbird More Info Borrow
By Sy Montgomery. From Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books.
(8 reviews)
From the beloved New York Times bestselling author of the National Book Award finalist The Soul of an Octopus comes a charming gem of a picture book about the most exquisite and extraordinary of winged creatures—hummingbirds.
The lightest birds in the sky, hummingbirds are capable of incredible feats, such as flying backwards, diving at speeds of sixty-one miles per hour, and beating their wings more than sixty times a second. The miraculous creatures are also incredibly vulnerable when they first emerge from their eggs. |
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Pride and Prejudice More Info Borrow
By Jane Austen. From Sirius.
(115,122 reviews)
A comedy of manners centering on the slow-burning romance between the quick-witted Elizabeth Bennet and aristocratic, reserved Mr Darcy, this tale of an attraction of opposites has chimed with readers through the ages. |
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Cactus Queen: Minerva Hoyt Establishes Joshua Tree National Park More Info Borrow
By Lori Alexander. From Calkins Creek.
(16 reviews)
How did the Joshua Tree National Park in California come to be? Meet Minerva Hamilton Hoyt, an artist, activist, and environmentalist, whose determination saved the desert and helped to create the park, in this STEAM picture book.
Long before she became known as the Cactus Queen, Minerva Hamilton Hoyt found solace in the unexpected beauty of the Mojave Desert in California. She loved the jackrabbits and coyotes, the prickly cacti, and especially the weird, spiky Joshua trees.
However, in the 1920s, hardly anyone else felt the same way. The desert was being thoughtlessly destroyed by anyone and everyone. |
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Video Game Encyclopedia More Info Borrow
By Arnold Ringstad. From Abdo Reference.
This title introduces readers to some of the most popular and influential video games of all time. Readers will learn about iconic characters, renowned game developers, and how the world of video games has changed from the 1950s to today. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. |
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5-Minute Horse Stories More Info Borrow
From Disney Press.
(3 reviews)
Join the Disney Princesses and their noble companions on their greatest adventures yet!
Join Belle as she finds a friend for Philippe, go on a wild ride with Merida, compete in the Polo Games with Jasmine– and more! Each story is the ideal length to be read aloud in five minutes, perfect for bedtime, story time or anytime!
Complete your collection with best-selling, fan favorites! |
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The Superhero Encyclopedia More Info Borrow
By Christa Kelly. From Abdo Reference.
This title introduces readers to some of the most popular and influential superheroes in history. In addition to learning about characters' stories, readers will learn about their special powers, their archnemeses, and the various formats in which their stories have been told. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. |
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History of the Nashobah Praying Indians: Doings, Sufferings, Survival, and Triumph More Info Borrow
By Daniel V Boudillion. From Raven House.
Littleton, Massachusetts was originally the Praying Indian Plantation of Nashobah. Prior to 1654 it was the Native village of Nashope under Chief Tahattawan, a Massachusett Federation Sagamore.
For the first time ever, the history of the Nashobah Praying Indians is told here in full, from 1654 to 1736. It is a story of suffering and loss, of a people who kept both their faith and heritage in the face of encroachment, war, and disease. |
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Music Technology Essentials More Info Borrow
By Andrew Maz. From Focal Press.
Music Technology Essentials provides an overview of the vocabulary, techniques, concepts, and devices used in contemporary music production and guides readers through the essential fundamentals of music technology so that they can create their own music productions at home.
This highly accessible book covers sound fundamentals and theory, as well as practical topics like hardware, software, MIDI, digital audio, synthesis, computer notation, and audio-visual applications, to equip the reader with the principles they need to achieve professional-sounding results. |
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The Act More Info Borrow
From Allied Vaughn.
From writers Nick Antosca (Channel Zero) and Michelle Dean comes The Act, based on Dean's 2016 Buzzfeed article Dee Dee Wanted Her Daughter To Be Sick, Gypsy Wanted Her Mom To Be Murdered and explores the tragic relationship between young Gypsy Blanchard (Joey King) and her overprotective mother Dee Dee (Patricia Arquette, in her Primetime Emmy winning performance). As Gypsy strives to break free from her mom's controlling influence, she begins to uncover a host of secrets that propel her down a deadly path. |
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