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Delayed Opening: Library Opens at 4pm on Mon. 2/13

By Lisa Curtin
Hours Update: The library will open at 4:00 p.m. today. We will close at our normal closing time at 2:00 a.m. For official updates about the status of the university, check the Bentley University website or call the Bentley University Storm Emergency line at 781.891.2020. We also encourage you to follow the library's updates on Twitter and Facebook. ...

Library Closed Mon. 2/13; Decision About Evening Hours is Pending

By Lisa Curtin

Due to the snow, Bentley University has canceled all day classes and closed administrative offices on Monday, February 13th. Evening classes will be held. The Bentley Library will remain closed during the day today. A decision about opening the library for evening hours will be made by 10:00 a.m.

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Storm Closing: Library Closing Early at 9:00pm on Sunday, Feb. 12th

By Lisa Curtin

Due to the inclement weather, the Bentley Library will close at 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 12th. For official updates about the status of classes, please check the Bentley University website or call the Bentley University Storm Emergency line at 781.891.2020.

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Storm Closing: Library Closed Thursday, Feb. 9th

By Lisa Curtin

Due to the snowstorm, Bentley University has closed campus and canceled all day and evening classes on Thursday, February 9th. The Bentley Library will remain closed during the snow emergency. Weather permitting, the library will reopen on Friday, February 10th at 7:30 a.m..

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Join the Transcribe-a-thon for Black History Month, Tues. 2/14, 12-4pm

By Jaimie Fritz
Volunteer to help bring history into the 21st century! Colored Conventions Project Transcribe-a-thon for Black History Month Tuesday, February 14, 2017 Drop-in hours 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. live stream from University of Delaware's event, 12:00 p.m. -2:00 p.m. ...

New Popular Reading, Movies, TV Shows & More!

By Lisa Curtin

Check out the new books, movies, TV shows, audiobooks and eBooks that were added to the library’s collection in January! Go to the New Books & DVDs page to browse the new book, DVD and audiobook arrivals by subject or format . When you see something you want, click the “Request” button to place a hold on it. Interested in downloading or streaming ebooks and digital audiobooks?

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Improve Your Writing Skills With Help From the ESOL Center & Writing Center

By Lisa Curtin
The Writing Center and the ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) Center are now accepting appointments for the spring semester.  The tutors at both centers have the desire and expertise to help you improve your skills and to feel more confident. Don't wait until the last minute - start the semester off right by utilizing these valuable resources! Both centers are located on the lower level of the library. ...

Database Downtime Alert! ProQuest & RefWorks Offline at 10pm Sat. 1/28

By Lisa Curtin
All ProQuest databases, RefWorks and Ancestry Library will be offline for product upgrades from 10:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 28 until 7:00 a.m. Sunday, January 29 (EST). Please contact the Reference Desk at 781.891.2300 or refdesk@bentley.edu if you have questions or need assistance. ...

Database of the Month: IMDB.com

By Katie Leahy

Awards season is just around the corner when Hollywood bestows various honors related to film and television. Whether you are a cinephile or a casual viewer, the Internet Movie Database, or IMDb, can be a wonderful resource to help you navigate the ins and outs of the industry.

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You're Invited! Reception for Centennial Exhibit, Wed. 1/18 at 12:30pm

By Lisa Curtin

Please join us at the opening reception for the second Bentley centennial exhibit - The Bentley Campus: From Boston to Waltham - on Wednesday, January 18, at 12:30 p.m. Trustee emeritus and Centennial Committee chairman, George Fantini ‘64, will offer brief remarks.  Light refreshments will be served. We hope to see you there! 

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