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Thursday May 1 - Reading Day Relief & Crafternoon! Snacks, Bubbles, Bracelets, Buttons, Board Games with BABT & more.

By Lisa Curtin

Check out these Reading Day Relief and final exams period stress reducers at t

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Extended Hours for Final Exams: Wednesday, April 30 - Thursday, May 8

By Lisa Curtin

Throughout final exams period the library modifies our hours on most days to open earlier and close later than normal. This semester extended study hours will begin on Wednesday, April 30.

The library will open early at 7:00 a.m. on all weekdays and stay open until 2:00 a.m. with the exception of Friday and Saturday when we will close at 9:00 p.m.

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Hours Alert! Library Closed Saturday, April 26 for Spring Day

By Lisa Curtin

The library will be closed on Saturday, April 26, to accommodate the Spring Day concert being held on the Library Quad. No access to the building will be permitted and library services will not be available. The IT Help Desk will be providing remote support from 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. on Saturday – visit their website for contact information.  

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Books and Wellbeing: Little Free Library Lands at the WellNest Lounge

By Lisa Curtin, Donna Bacchiocchi

Bentley Library is thrilled to announce the arrival of a new addition to our campus—the Little Free Library (LFL) at the WellNest in Copley North! This charming little library is designed to resemble the Bentley Library, complete with its recognizable clock tower, bringing a touch of our library's beauty to this new student space.

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Celebrate Earth Day & National Poetry Month with Nature Poetry!

By Kimberly Morin

April is National Poetry Month, and with Earth Day approaching on April 22nd, our library is excited to celebrate both events with a special pop-up display featuring a collection of nature poems.

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Special Holiday Hours: Sunday April 20 & Monday April 21

By Lisa Curtin

The library will be open throughout the long holiday weekend with some minor modifications to our normal hours of operation on Sunday and Monday. 

Saturday, April 19:
10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. 

Sunday, April  20:
12:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. 

Monday, April 21:
(no classes)
10:00 a.m.–12:00 a.m. 

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Introducing a new HUSH Pod to Bentley Library!

By Anne Jorgensen

We are excited to announce the arrival of a HUSH Pod to Bentley Library. This pod will be available for students and staff to use, explore, and test out. It is a single occupancy soundproof space that will allow you to take a hybrid class, conduct a zoom interview or appointment, or even just step away from the din of the building. 

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On View in the RSM Art Gallery: Vōtīvus by Sheila Gallagher

By Lisa Curtin

How can art be a part of healing? This question is at the core of Sheila Gallagher’s exhibition, Vōtīvus. All are invited to the RSM Art Gallery for an opening reception for the exhibit on Thursday, April 10, 5:00-7:00pm. We hope to see you there!

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Sexual Assault Awareness Month Readings from the Bentley Library and the Bentley Health Center

By Guest Author

Honoring Sexual Assault Awareness Through Literature

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Bentley Library by the Numbers - 2024 Infographic

By Lisa Curtin

The Bentley Library is excited to present the newest edition of Bentley Library by the Numbers! This infographic highlights some of the most fascinating insights into library usage, including study room reservations, peak times at the Reference Desk, and the number of visitors to the library.

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