Indigenous Peoples Day is coming up on October 11th and you can celebrate from where ever you may be with a great book! Check one out today! (Kid-Adult Booklist)** (YA specific titles) ** Many of these books come recommended from the American Indians in Children’s Literature blog edited by Debbie Reese (Nambé Pueblo). […]
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month from Sept. 15-Oct. 15! There are so many wonderful achievements and contributions of Hispanic American champions to read and learn about! If you would like to check out some video/audio clips, find some at the National Hispanic Heritage Month archive here. Or you can check out books from your own Medford […]
The American Library Association celebrates Banned Book Week every year to highlight the real problem of censorship in community libraries. This list highlights the top 10 banned books in the USA this year. Dare to read them for yourself! […]
Everyone should be able to find themselves reflected on the bookshelves at your library. Celebrate Bisexual Visibility Day (Sept. 23) by reading one of these awesome books! […]
These films from kanopy recognize importance of understanding the significance of the events occurring in real time in Afghanistan, as well as the historical chain of events that have preceded the Taliban takeover. To honor the experience of the Afghan people while providing insight into the tumultuous history of Afghanistan and the Taliban, kanopy has […]
Help is available for renters having trouble paying rent, utilities, or other housing costs–or for landlords trying to stay afloat with tenants in this situation. State and local programs are distributing billions of dollars in rental assistance to help renters stay housed during the pandemic. Visit the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s (CFPB) Rental Assistance Finder to learn […]
On Monday, June 28th, from 11am-12:30pm, the Boston Public Library will be hosting an online webinar with USCIS (United States Citizenship and Immigration Services) and the Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Advancement. The webinar will provide information on the naturalization virtual interview and current appointment guidelines at the USCIS office, as well as highlight resources available […]
Independence Day is a time to celebrate freedom and diversity in the United States today. Mango Languages can be a part of that celebration! Click here to learn more! […]
With Juneteenth around the corner, here is a curated collection of films from kanopy that commemorate the day, honoring and celebrating the emancipation of those who have been enslaved in the United States. We know that discussions around slavery in the United States are not easy ones, but are critical to have to ensure we […]
Kanopy is kicking off Pride Month with a curated collection of 20 films that celebrate the diversity and determination of the LGBTQI+ community. Included are documentaries like Stonewall Uprising and Political Animals that examine Pride’s early days and the lead-up to marriage equality. Feature films like Oscar-winning Moonlight, New York Times Critics’ Pick Saturday Church, and Maurice starring Hugh Grant, showcases the ongoing heart and humanity […]