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The library hosts a variety of weekly and special events — all are welcome!
For Everyone
The library offers free WiFi, plus Internet-connected computers, scanning, faxing, printing, and copying for public use.
For Kids
The Island Free Library features tons of events and resources for kids.
For Teens
Teens have their own space and events at the library.
Last Best Book You Read: Librarian’s Edition
Who’s Reading: Susana, Cataloging and Archivist Librarian Last Best Book Susana Read: Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller Why Susana Liked It: From the voice of Patroclus, an exiled prince—Homer is reimagined in this retelling. The close relationship of the dark young...
Last Best Book You Read: Librarian’s Edition
Who’s Reading: Kristin, Library Director Last Best Book Kristin Read: Once There Were Wolves by Charlotte McConaghy Why Kristin Liked It: I was happy I kept with this book because it really got good. The murder remains a mystery until the end, the romance is honest,...
Last Best Book You Read: Librarian’s Edition
Who’s Reading: Bethany, Circulation Supervisor Last Best Book Bethany Read: Black Faces, White Spaces by Carolyn Finney Why Bethany Liked It: This book is a collection of tightly-researched and compellingly-argued essays that explore why Black environmentalists are...
Last Best Book You Read: Librarian’s Edition
Who’s Reading: Irene, Circulation Clerk Last Best Book Irene Read: Chronicle of a Death Foretold by Gabriel García Márquez Why Irene Liked It: It is a quick read, more novella than book, so perfect for the beach or a windy rainy afternoon. The story takes place in a...
Last Best Book You Read – Librarian’s Edition
Who’s Reading: Judy, Adult Services Librarian Last Best Book Judy Read: The Woman They Could Not Silence: One Woman, Her Incredible Fight for Freedom, and the Men who Tried to Make Her Disappear by Kate Moore Why Judy Liked It: This book takes place in the 1800’s when...
Last Best Book You Read – Librarian’s Edition
Who's Reading: Morgan, IFL Youth Services Librarian Last Best Book Morgan Read: Firekeeper’s Daughter by Angeline Boulley Why Morgan Liked It: I found the character of Daunis Fontaine fascinating. Daunis is 18 years old, biracial, and searching for answers on where...
For Kids
The Island Free Library features tons of events and resources for kids.
For Teens
Teens have their own space and events at the library.
Events
The library hosts a variety of weekly and special events — all are welcome!
For Everyone
The library offers free WiFi, plus Internet-connected computers, scanning, faxing, printing, and copying for public use.
For Kids
The Island Free Library features tons of events and resources for kids.
For Teens
Teens have their own space and events at the library.
Events
The library hosts a variety of weekly and special events — all are welcome!
For Everyone
The library offers free WiFi, plus Internet-connected computers, scanning, faxing, printing, and copying for public use.
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