Of late, journalists have been under attack, their professional ethics and morals impugned. Here are several novels and a memoir that regard the demanding, frequently lonely lives of women journalists.
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A spotlight on the books written and edited by our 2020 Ideas Festival speakers, for your reading pleasure.
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The Maplewood Memorial Library’s mission is to connect people to information, ideas, culture—and each other. We aim to provide excellent library service while keeping our community safe by following the guidelines set forth by the CDC, the Maplewood Public Health Division, the Office of the Governor and the New Jersey State Library.
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Our newsfeeds and news sources are full of images and reports of violence and anger. Here are a few titles to help us maintain some equilibrium.
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From foodie memoirs to foodie fiction, this collection of books is sure to whet your appetite.
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THRILLERS: It’s the dog days of summer, and these thrilling reads may be just the ticket to add some excitement into the slow, hot days ahead.
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Join Design Studio for Social Intervention (DS4SI) and University of Orange (UoO) in their upcoming book group! Using the Ideas–Arrangements–Effects framework from DS4SI’s new book, we will dig into techniques and examples for sensing arrangements, intervening in unjust ones, and imagining new, more sustainable and joyful ones.
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As of this writing, many borders are closed to US travelers. That shouldn’t stop anyone from thinking about and planning for when the world opens back up. This is also an opportunity to explore within the US itself. Bon voyage!
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Maplewood Library welcomed the public back into our buildings on Monday, July 20. Things will look a bit different, and new guidelines will be in place, with the safety of patrons and staff being our first priority. The Main Library and Hilton Branch will operate with modified hours and at reduced capacity,…
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Maplewood Library introduces meeScan, a mobile library technology that allows you to borrow books directly from the shelf. You may download a free app that essentially turns your smartphone into a self-check machine.
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Humor comes in many different shapes and forms. From unconventional police procedurals to historical biographies, memoirs, apocalyptic fiction, and romantic comedies, this list offers something to suit various palates.
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You may now place holds on Maplewood materials either through the catalog, by phone at 973-762-1622 (Main Library) or 973-762-1688 (Hilton Branch), or via email at library@maplewoodlibrary.org.
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This month the Maplewood Township Committee issued a proclamation declaring June 2020 Caribbean Heritage Month. Since 2006, June has been designated as Caribbean American Heritage Month by Presidential Proclamation. This month-long observance promotes the rich culture and heritage of the Caribbean American people and their contributions to the United States.
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