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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
Watch the Cascada de Flores Performance Online
We celebrated the end of summer with a special program by Cascada de Flores, generously sponsored by Friends of the... read more →
September 1, 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
Need Financial Aid for College or Graduate School? Get Help Filling Out the FAFSA®!
Online Tutors Can Help! Filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid form, or FAFSA®, can be a complex,... read more →
July 24, 2020
Kids Summer Challenge: Activities
Can you relate? A ”Stress in the Time of Covid-19” Harris Poll (May 21 – June 3, sponsored by the... read more →
July 23, 2020
Kids Summer Challenge: Parent Burnout
This has been a summer like no other. Back in March, seemingly overnight parents were saddled with an abrupt change... read more →
July 15, 2020
Kids Summer Challenge: Graphic Novels Bookshelf
Now is a marvelous time to indulge children’s reading enjoyment for graphic novels. If you've ever felt the delight of... read more →
July 3, 2020
Storytime with Lexi: Cuentos y Canciones
Cuentos y canciones exclusivamente en español con Lexi. Para todos, pero especialmente para los niños de 3-5 años. Stories and... read more →
June 23, 2020
Kids Summer Challenge: Diversity & Kindness Bookshelf
As parents, creating a statement of the values we want to teach our children can be very powerful. Even with... read more →
June 23, 2020
Kids Summer Challenge: Mock Newbery Bookshelf
If you’re wondering how to fill your children’s downtime this summer, check out the new Summer Challenge series on KidsBlog. ... read more →
June 19, 2020
Storytime With Vanessa: Whole Wide World
While everyone’s sheltering at home, our staff have been busy bees making storytime videos for you! We hope that the... read more →
June 16, 2020
Adults & Seniors
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
Voter Information & Election Resources – November 2020
Tuesday, November 3, 2020 - Presidential General Election General Election: A final election for... read more →
September 11, 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
Neshama’s Choices for August 31st
This installment: the Civil War and music (f); a journey exploring faith (nf); the true story of those famous quints... read more →
August 31, 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 →
August 27, 2020
Neshama’s Choices for August 24th
This installment: a fractured family (f); skullduggery in India (f-CD); a haunting film (DVD); hope for dark times (nf); and... read more →
August 24, 2020
Adults at Home: Anti-Racism Resources
The Marin County Free Library’s Mission is to provide welcoming, equitable and inclusive opportunities for all to connect, learn and explore.... read more →
August 20, 2020
Neshama’s Choices for August 17th
This installment: the best book about poetry I've ever read (nf); hanky-panky in the neighborhood (f); fun in dysfunction, family-style... read more →
August 17, 2020
Adults at Home: Write it Down–Journaling During the Coronavirus
It’s been five months since the coronavirus crisis changed our lives and reshaped society. In a year, or even a... read more →
August 14, 2020
Neshama’s Choices for August 10th
This installment: Tyler's latest (f); the toll of passing (f); teacher seduces student (f); a quiet Japanese apocalypse (f); and... read more →
August 10, 2020
Adults At Home: You Have to Laugh
Did you know that laughter is good for you? Numerous studies document the social and health benefits of laughter that... read more →
August 9, 2020
Neshama’s Choices for August 3
This installment: inside dope about tech (f); Orthodox Jewish women in England (f); the challenges of creativity and love in... read more →
August 3, 2020
Adults at Home: Binge-Learning on Kanopy with The Great Courses
The Great Courses, produced and distributed by The Teaching Company, is an acclaimed collection of video lectures featuring professors and... read more →
July 30, 2020
Neshama’s Choices for July 27th
This installment: a Gothic tale set in 19th century New England (f); an excellent Scandinavian mystery (f); from Synanon to... read more →
July 27, 2020
Need Financial Aid for College or Graduate School? Get Help Filling Out the FAFSA®!
Online Tutors Can Help! Filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid form, or FAFSA®, can be a complex,... read more →
July 24, 2020
En español
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
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 →
August 31, 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
Pasatiempos Desde Casa – Exprésate con Manualidades
El tiempo en casa para muchos ha sido una oportunidad para explorar pasatiempos y distracciones. Las manualidades son otra excelente... read more →
June 5, 2020