The Malden Public Library will be closed on Tuesday, December 24 and Wednesday, December 25 for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. We will reopen at 9 a.m. on Friday, December 26.
Special Holiday Hours at the Library
The Malden Public Library will be closed on Tuesday, December 24 and Wednesday, December 25 for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. We will reopen at 9 a.m. on Friday, December 26.
Carlos is a professional photographer from Mexico with over 15 years’ experience documenting urban life, both locally and
internationally. His fine art photographs capture the world through a realist’s lens – showcase the grit of humanity with
political undertones. Mr. Arzaga’s exhibit offers a glimpse to urban landscapes and its people around the globe, from the
streets of La Paz, Bolivia to the markets of Jerusalem. This series of photos are an invitation to explore everyday activities in
different settings across the countries.
Mr. Arzaga’s exhibit will be on display through the month of December.
Exciting news! The Malden Public Library has received a grant from American Library Association to prepare for the 2020 Census. We are proud to be working to support a complete count of everyone in our community. The ALA received over 500 applicants from all over the country and awarded 59 grants.
“The 2020 Census will determine how political representation and critical resources are distributed for the next ten years, and libraries are essential partners in making sure the data collected as part of the Census is complete and accurate,” said ALA President Wanda Brown. “The efforts of these 59 libraries will shine a light on all the library workers across the country who are shouldering efforts to reach and inform their communities—especially vulnerable and hard-to-count populations—about the importance of a full and inclusive count.”
The U.S. Constitution requires a census of all residents every ten years. In the 2020 Census, residents will have the choice to respond online, by phone, or by mail. The U.S. Census Bureau will send mailings to households prior to Census Day, which is April 1, 2020.
To learn more, visit ala.org/census.
The Children’s Room will close at 5PM today, Wednesday December 11th. We apologize for any inconvenience. The Library is open until 9PM.
Give a deserving family a helping hand this Thanksgiving. Maldonians can help neighbors in need by contributing to the Malden Public Library’s food drive to benefit the local Salvation Army food pantry on Main St. Join the Library’s annual tradition of making this time of year special for those who might otherwise not be able to celebrate. We are aiming to collect a total of 150 individual items for the holiday. Our Annual Food Drive will be held from November 4, 2019 until December 31, 2019.
Canned goods and other non-perishables are needed. These will be gladly accepted:
stuffing
dry gravy
mashed potatoes
canned tuna, chicken or other canned meats
apple sauce
cranberry sauce
peanut butter
International foods are welcomed; staples, such as rice or beans, are always good additions to the pantry. The collection container will be out on the main floor opposite the circulation desk.
If you haven’t been to the Library before, this is a chance to come by and see what the Library has to offer. We are always happy to introduce newcomers to audio and ebooks, exhibits, film programs, writing and book discussion groups, the world languages collection, and much more. Check out our website at www.maldenpubliclibrary.org to see upcoming events for all ages.
Young Adults in the 6th through 12th grade are invited to prepare for the holiday season (and break) by relaxing at the Malden Public Library. Join us on Thursday, December 19th, from 3:00-4:30 as we play games, enjoy snacks and hang out in the Maccario Room.
Join the Malden Public Library for the 22nd Annual Triple Threat Trivia event on Thursday, January 23, 2020 at Anthony’s of Malden. The evening includes a dinner (begins at 5:45 pm) and trivia questions begin at 6:30 pm.
Tables are still available ($360 for a table of ten players), and if you sign up before Dec. 13th, you will receive a bonus point toward your final score.
Call 781-324-0218 or email jslavkovsky@maldenpubliclibrary.org for more information.
Malden Reads invites you to join their 10th anniversary year celebration and fundraising event at their one-day “Holiday Pop-up Bookstore & More” in the lobby of the new J Malden Center apartment community at 190 Pleasant Street. The event will take place on Saturday, December 7th from 11am – 7 pm. For details check out maldenreads.org.
The City of Malden will kick off the Holiday Season with the 16th Annual Parade of Holiday Traditions on Saturday, November 30th at 2 PM. The Parade will lift off at the Salemwood School on Waite Street Extension, will bear left onto Maplewood Street, and will then travel west on Salem Street. The Parade will conclude at the reviewing stand which will be located at the corner of Ferry, Salem and Main Streets. All children should bring their letters to Santa so that his helpers from the Post Office can collect and send them to the North Pole!
At the conclusion of the Parade, everyone is invited to the City Christmas Tree Lighting on the lawn of the Malden Public Library.
Join the Malden Historical Society and the Friends of the Malden Public Library on Sunday, December 1st from 2-4 p.m. for their Annual Holiday Concert. The show will kick off the holiday season with a musical performance by two groups from Malden High School’s Choral Arts program. Light refreshments will be served.