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2021 Mock Newbery Bookshelf Fall Edition
Back by popular demand! In June we presented a virtual Mock Newbery Bookshelf highlighting 2021 Newbery-worthy titles published through the first half of... read more →
October 16, 2020
Marin City Live! Presents “The Spider King”
Marin City Live! Presents: The Spider King Virtual Author Event hosted by The Marin City Library The Marin... read more →
October 12, 2020
Marin City Live! Presents Author Events
Announcing Marin City Live! Presents: Virtual Author Events hosted by The Marin City Library Series starter is Aisha... read more →
October 10, 2020
Halloween Crafts
Decorate for Halloween with these simple but effective DIY ideas! Book Folding Do you have a hardback book you no... read more →
October 8, 2020
Author Spotlight: Jerry Craft
Jerry Craft, who was awarded the 2019 Newbery Medal for his graphic novel New Kid, has the distinctive ability to create... read more →
October 3, 2020
In Memory: author of “Guess How Much I Love You?”
Have you ever tucked your child in at bedtime with the words "I love you to the moon and back”?... read more →
September 25, 2020
STEAM at Home: Apple Time!
Check out the newest installment in our new STEAM at Home video series! See more STEAM at Home Videos -->... read more →
September 23, 2020
Introducing Book Bundles for Kids
Parents – are you eager to get more books for your kids who are learning to read, practicing reading, or... read more →
September 22, 2020
VOTE NOW! Children’s & Teen Choice Book Awards
Each year kids and teens across the country vote for book of the year in the competition Children's & Teen Choice Book... read more →
September 21, 2020
Back to Learning at Home: Library Resources for Students
The how, where, what of learning instruction this school year certainly spans a diverse landscape. Whether you are a... read more →
September 20, 2020
Back to Learning at Home: Reading Comprehension
To expand on Grow a Reader, an earlier article in this series, learning to read independently involves more than recognizing and sounding out... read more →
September 13, 2020
Vote for Your Favorite Teen Books!
Teens, if you're looking for your next great read, we have suggestions especially for you! YALSA (Young Adult Services Association) sponsors... read more →
September 8, 2020
Marin Comics Fest has gone virtual!
Please join us on Wednesday, September 23rd at 6PM for a very special event featuring Keith Knight! To register,... read more →
September 8, 2020
Makerspace Free Online Classes for Ages 10+
This fall, the Marin Makerspace is going virtual! We're offering monthly online classes with self-paced video tutorials via YouTube and... read more →
September 4, 2020
Back to Learning at Home: Early Brain Development
If you’re asking the question, “How should I prepare my toddler or preschooler for school?” here’s a tidbit of information... read more →
August 31, 2020
STEAM at Home Activities With Vanessa
Our Storytime at Home video series is still going strong on our YouTube channel, and we've just started a new... read more →
August 26, 2020
Back to Learning at Home: Grow a Reader
As summer is winding down and back-to-school ramps up, it’s time to begin the “Back to Learning at Home” series... read more →
August 24, 2020
Author Spotlight: Jewell Parker Rhodes
“a child + a book = soulful, positive change” To hear Jewell Parker Rhodes talk about her books is like... read more →
August 19, 2020
Kids Summer Challenge: Audio
Audiobooks for kids are judged unfairly at times. Visually reading a book compared with listening to a book is not a... read more →
July 31, 2020
Conscious Kids Book Kits
Thank you Marin Families. We are delighted by the positive feedback and overwhelming demand for the Marin County Free Library’s... read more →
July 30, 2020
Adults & Seniors
Mushroom Season is Coming Soon
With the turn toward cooler temperatures and the hope of rain, you might be asking, when is the best time... read more →
October 19, 2020
Neshama’s Choices for October 19th
This installment: two Black couples in London, in trouble (f); undocumented ills (nf); upper class, downward slide in Britain (f);... read more →
October 19, 2020
MacArthur Fellows of 2020
From left to right, three of this year's MacArthur Fellows: Jacqueline Woodson, N.K. Jemisin, and Tressie McMillan Cottom. Learn more... read more →
October 12, 2020
Neshamas’s Choices for October 12
This installment: albino, transgender--a complicated life (nf); an educational miracle (nf); teenagers and ghosts in Japan (f); post-WWII in a... read more →
October 12, 2020
Halloween Crafts
Decorate for Halloween with these simple but effective DIY ideas! Book Folding Do you have a hardback book you no... read more →
October 8, 2020
Neshama’s Choices for October 5
This installment: the world of temping carried to the nth degree (f); from Jamaica to post-war London (f); counter intuitive,... read more →
October 5, 2020
Getting Into the October Mood
As a fan of everything magical, spooky, witchy, and otherworldly, this is one of my favorite times of year. Mugs... read more →
October 2, 2020
Neshama’s Choices for September 28th
This installment: breaking free of Orthodoxy (nf); survival in Africa (f); inside dope about being Chinese in America (f); the... read more →
September 28, 2020
Banned Books Week, September 27 – October 3
While books have been and continue to be banned, part of the Banned Books Week celebration is the fact that,... read more →
September 26, 2020
Adults at Home: All Things Apple! Online Classes with Beryn Hammil
Our Popular All Things Apple! Class is Now Online Join Beryn Hammil on Zoom and learn how to get the... read more →
September 25, 2020
Adults at Home: National Punctuation Day Is Worthy of Your Attention—Period.
How will you spend this year’s national celebration of the lowly comma, correctly used quotation marks, and other proper uses... read more →
September 23, 2020
Voter Information & Election Resources – November 2020
Tuesday, November 3, 2020 - Presidential General Election General Election: A final election for... read more →
September 22, 2020
Neshama’s Choices for September 21st
This installment: an African-American lesbian love story in graphic novel form (f); a gay boy faces violence (f); the nightmare... read more →
September 21, 2020
Tired of Waiting on Holds? Try Hoopla!
If you are experiencing the "I’m Tired of Waiting for My Hold" blues.. here is a suggestion: Hoopla! You'll need... read more →
September 18, 2020
Neshama’s Choices for September 14th
This installment: a powerful tale of disaster on CD (f); a witty domestic drama (f); a hilarious, heartbreaking book (f);... read more →
September 14, 2020
Census 2020 –Update!
Don't Miss Out. Be Counted! The U.S. Census Bureau is sending additional paper questionnaires to over 16.2 million households that... read more →
September 12, 2020
September is Classical Music Month
In 1994, President Clinton proclaimed the month of September as Classical Music Month in honor of the "many talented composers, conductors,... read more →
September 11, 2020
Ancestry Library Edition Now Available from Home (extended through end of December)
UPDATE: Through end of December 2020, you can now freely access Ancestry.com from your personal device at home, using your... read more →
September 10, 2020
Marin Comics Fest has gone virtual!
Please join us on Wednesday, September 23rd at 6PM for a very special event featuring Keith Knight! To register,... read more →
September 8, 2020
Neshama’s Choices for September 7th
This installment: the aftermath of a tragedy in Poland (f); macabre short stories (f); surrealism and adventure--in Philadelphia (f); a... read more →
September 7, 2020
Resources and Materials for People Who are Blind, Visually Impaired, or Print Disabled
The following free resources and services are available to people who are blind, or have visual impairments or print disabilities.... read more →
September 4, 2020
En español
Muchas Voces, historias Únicas
Un documental que comparte las experiencias y viajes de inmigrantes de West Marin. Documental en ZOOM con Preguentas y respuestas... read more →
October 9, 2020
Información Para Votantes y Recursos Electorales – noviembre de 2020 – Actualización
Elección General Presidencial - Martes 3 de noviembre de 2020 Esta es una elección final para un cargo político con... read more →
September 25, 2020
Házte Contar en el Censo 2020 – Actualización
¡No Pierdas la Oportunidad de Ser Contado! La Oficina del Censo de EE. UU. está enviando cuestionarios impresos adicionales a... read more →
September 14, 2020
Pasatiempos Desde Casa – Llevar un Diario
Ya han pasado cinco meses desde que el brote del coronavirus cambió nuestras vidas y transformó a la sociedad. En... read more →
August 18, 2020
Kits de Libros Para Niños Conscientes
Gracias Familias de Marin. Estamos encantados con los comentarios positivos y la abrumadora demanda de los Kits de Libros Para... read more →
July 30, 2020
¿Necesitas ayuda financiera para la universidad o el posgrado? ¡Obtén ayuda para completar FAFSA®!
¡Hay tutores en línea listos para ayudarte! Completar el formulario de Solicitud Gratuita de Ayuda Federal para Estudiantes, o FAFSA®,... read more →
July 27, 2020
Pasatiempos Desde Casa – Posavasos
Hacer posavasos tú mismo es una manualidad sencilla pero bonita y, además, útil. Los puedes hacer de varios materiales y... read more →
July 24, 2020
Pasatiempos Desde Casa – Recrea una Obra de Arte Famosa
Durante este momento difícil de cuarentena, algunos museos han encontrado una manera de mantener a las personas comprometidas con su... read more →
July 17, 2020
Reseña – Monos
La película Monos, dirigida por Alejandro Landes, cuenta una historia diferente a muchas otras. Sigue a niños soldados que como... read more →
July 15, 2020
Peregrinaje Virtual al Camino de Santiago
El Camino de Santiago es la ruta de peregrinación más famosa del mundo, y con buena razón. Desde el siglo... read more →
July 13, 2020
Pasatiempos Desde Casa – Aprende a Tocar un Instrumento
A pesar de que las órdenes de quedarse en casa han sido relajadas en algunas comunidades, la realidad es que... read more →
July 10, 2020
Reseña – La Popular Serie de Jake Maddox
El favorito de los fanáticos, Jake Maddox, va por la victoria al combinar las historias deportivas emocionantes que conoces... read more →
July 8, 2020
Siguiendo al Coronavirus
Es difícil tener una buena idea de lo que está sucediendo con la pandemia, ya sea a nivel local, nacional... read more →
July 6, 2020
Homenaje a Carlos Ruiz Zafón
Ofrecemos un recordatorio al novelista español más leído de la historia después de Cervantes: Carlos Ruiz Zafón. Falleció la semana... read more →
June 24, 2020
De Cuentos a Senderos: Desafío de Lectura de Verano 15 de junio a 8 de agosto
¡Que comience la diversión del verano! Este año estamos haciendo las cosas un poco diferente y estamos ofreciendo nuestro Desafío... read more →
June 22, 2020
Reseña – Rachel Hollis
Nos complacemos en ofrecer las obras de Rachel Hollis en español y en todos los formatos. Sus dos títulos son... read more →
June 17, 2020
Mensaje de la Directora de la Biblioteca
Las protestas en todo el país y el mundo eclipsan todo para exigir que la violencia policial contra hombres,... read more →
June 16, 2020
Libby en Español
¡Buenas noticias! La aplicación de libros y audiolibros digitales Libby de OverDrive ahora está disponible en varios idiomas: Español Francés... read more →
June 15, 2020
Actualización Sobre el Servicio Desde la Acera: Devoluciones y Reservas Nuevas
Nos complace anunciar que la Biblioteca Gratuita del Condado de Marin ahora está ofreciendo: Servicio de Devoluciones Desde La... read more →
June 12, 2020
Reseña – Libros de la Frontera
Recientemente, se vió una gran controversia en el mundo literario centrada en American Dirt (Tierra Americana) de Jeanine Cummins, una... read more →
June 10, 2020
Acceso Gratis a los Informes del Consumidor en Línea
Consumer Reports (Informes del Consumidor en Línea) es una organización independiente sin fines de lucro que ha estado probando productos... read more →
June 8, 2020