Library News

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On View in the Gallery: Selected Portraits from the Special Collections’ Art Collection

Sat, December 17, 2022

In December 2022 on view in the Gallery are selected portraits from the Library Special Collections' art collection. The Concord Free Public Library is home to a unique art collection that emphasizes Concord, Massachusetts's history, people, and culture. From its founding in 1873, art has had a special place within the Library. The Library immediately began taking in the art upon opening the doors with art pieces like David Scott's Ralph Waldo Emerson, Daniel Chester French's bust of Simon Brown, and William James Stillman's The Philosophers' Camp in the Adirondacks. [Read More]  

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Gingerbread House 2022 Is On Display

Fri, December 09, 2022

Dr. Andrea Resciniti's giant gingerbread house 2022 is on display in the Main Library Lobby through Sunday, January 15. This is the 28th gingerbread house Dr. Resciniti, a surgeon at Emerson Hospital, has crafted and donated to the Concord Free Public Library since 1993. The freshly baked gingerbread house contains 34 batches of gingerbread and weighs over 100 pounds. We thank Dr. Resciniti for her time and generosity.

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2022 Holiday Book Sale Preview

Fri, November 25, 2022

From the Friends - As a thank you gift to our members, the Friends of the Library are hosting a Holiday Book Sale Preview Party on Thursday, December 1, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. in the Goodwin Forum, Main Library. Stop by, shop early and enjoy some snacks and refreshments. Not a member of the Friends? No worries, you can join now or at the Preview Party. RSVP appreciated, but not required. Email: friends@concordlibrary.org

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2022 Holiday Book Sale

Tue, November 08, 2022

Holiday Book Sale returns -  The Friends of the Concord Free Public Library are hosting their popular Holiday Book Sale on December 2, 3 & 4 in the Goodwin Forum of the Main Library. The sale will feature nearly-new or gently used books, movies, and music for adults and children. Come for your holiday shopping and have a fun time! The Friends are looking for volunteers to help with the Book Sale. [Click Here to Sign Up to Volunteer] [View Book Sale Hours]

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The Library’s Writer-In-Residence Program

Fri, October 28, 2022

Concord’s literary heritage is an important part of the town’s history, including the work of Emerson, Thoreau, and the Alcotts as well as many distinguished contemporary writers. The Concord Free Public Library's newly-established Writer-In-Residence (W-R-I) Program is intended to continue this tradition, offering new ways to celebrate diverse voices and share stories through literary arts programming. The W-I-R Program will provide private office space to write in the Library’s newly-renovated historic wing as well as opportunities to connect with our devoted Concord Free Public Library community. [Read More]

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Writing as an Act of Humanity with Yung Pueblo

Fri, October 21, 2022

Be Well Be Here and the Friends of the Concord Free Public Library present Writing as an Act of Humanity with Yung Pueblo on Sunday, October 23, 2022 at 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. in the Goodwin Forum, Main Library. Be Present with author, poet, philosopher and mindful educator Diego Perez, known by 2.3 million Instagram followers as Yung Pueblo will discuss his brand new book, Lighter, as well as share mindful wisdom that inspires us all to seek ease, engage in Radical Honesty, cultivate caring relationships and show up for one another for the benefit of us all. This event is full. But we will livestream the event via Zoom.  Please click here to find the Zoom link. In addition, to see Yung Pueblo in person, please consider registering for the Concord Young Writers Award ceremony at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 23rd. Please register here.  

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Leslie Riedel Memorial Lecture for Young People: Rajani LaRocca

Wed, October 12, 2022

The annual Leslie Riedel Memorial Lecture for Young People will present Concord author Rajani LaRocca on Saturday, October 29, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. in the Goodwin Forum, Main Library. The lecture series was created in memory of Leslie Riedel by her family and friends so that young people could meet some of their favorite authors. Past speakers of the series include children's authors/illustrators David Macaulay, Chris Van Allsburg, Jerry Pinkney, Lois Lowry, Tomie dePaola, Grace Lin, Katherine Paterson, Kate DiCamillo and Robert Sabuda. This hybrid event is free and open to all. [Click here to find the Zoom link]