The Library will be closed on Monday, October 12 in honor of Columbus Day.
Library Closed Monday, October 12
The Library will be closed on Monday, October 12 in honor of Columbus Day.
Young Adults in the 6th through 12th grade join us for an afternoon of Video, Board and Card Games on Thursday, November 19th from 3:00 – 5:00 PM in the Maccario Room. We will have WiiU games like Mario Kart and Smash Brothers, as well as Dance Dance Revolution, and lots for Board Games. Snacks and drinks will be provided for those who want to relax and have some fun playing games. 
Teens in the 6th-12th grade come by and enjoy our Fall Programming Party on WEDNESDAY October 7th from 3:00-5:00 PM. We will have games, crafts, and plenty to eat and drink. Come relax and find out about the upcoming programs at the library this Fall.
Want to play Nintendo wiiU with the new Super Smash Brothers ? How about make a cool craft with your friends? Or do you just want to relax and play ‘Uno’ or ‘Checkers’? Come relax in the Maccario Room on the first floor of the Library and tell your friends.
We are pleased to offer Consumer Reports for both in-library and home use. Simply enter your library card number, and when you get to the search box, type in Consumer Reports. The current issue, plus back issues from 1991 on, are available.
If you’d like to search the Consumer Reports Index for a specific item, in the search box type Consumer Reports Index. An 8 year back issue index will allow you to search for articles.
The Converse LEGO Club for Young Adults in the 4th through 12th grade is starting back up Thursday, December 3rd from 3:00 to 5:00 PM in the Program room. We will have a challenge build for the month, but you can also come and free-build anything you can imagine with the Library’s expanding LEGO collection.
Take a look at some of the books that we recently added to the Young Adult collection. We’ve added over a hundred new books in the last month, so there are plenty to choose from. If you need help finding them ask a Librarian and we can help you get a copy for yourself.
1. “Sensation Comics Featuring Wonder Woman”
From many of the top names at DC Comics comes a collection of tales about the Pride of Themyscira herself, the indomitable Wonder Woman. Here we see her in stand alone adventures that take her from Gotham to the edges of time and space. Important Malden trivia here: William Moulton Marston, the creator of Wonder Woman went to Malden High School, he might have dreamed up the idea for her while reading a book in our library.
2. “Another Day” by David Levithan
In this companion book to the author’s bestselling book “Every Day” we get to read the story from the point of view of Rhiannon. This book is for fans of the author’s previous work and who were left wanting more from the award-winning story about identity, relationships, and love.
3. “Rebel Mechanics” by Shanna Swendson
Discover an alternate version of New York in 1888 where the British still rule the ‘colonies’ with the might of magic. This is where sixteen-year-old Verity Newton finds herself, in a world where rebellious Engineers and Mechanics hope to escape from under British rule by creating giant steam constructs. For those looking for historical Steampunk-light novels this is a must read.
4. “Deadpool: Dead Presidents” by Brian Posehn
Join Deadpool in his new series of adventures as he teams up with Thor, Dr. Strange and S.H.I.E.L.D. to take down giant rampaging monsters, an evil elephant and resurrected U.S. Presidents. Veteran comedian Brian Posehn takes us through the dark, twisted and hilarious world that surrounds the ‘Merc with a Mouth’ in the start of a string of new “Marvel Now!” adventures.
The Malden Public Library will be closed Friday, September 4 through Monday, September 7. We will reopen Tuesday, September 8.
We wish everyone a safe and happy Labor Day weekend!
Malden Public Library will begin Saturday hours on September 12 from 9 am to 6 pm.
Take a look at the many creations put together by the Converse LEGO club members so far this year. We have created everything from Pixel to planes, race cars to tiny Libraries. The Converse LEGO Club will return this Fall, so keep your eyes open on the Teen page for more announcements of when and where.
