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Special Hours for Patriots' Day Weekend

By Lisa Curtin
The library has modified hours during the Patriots' Day holiday weekend. On Sunday, April 17, we will open late at 1:00 p.m. and close early at 9:00 p.m. On Monday, April 18, we will open late at 10:00 a.m. The Deloitte Cafe/Einsteins also has adjusted hours on Sunday and Monday.

Saturday, April 16: (no changes) library: 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. cafe: 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Sunday, April 17: library: 1:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. cafe: 1:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

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24-Hour Library Access for Final Exams: Wed. May 4 to Thurs. May 12

By Lisa Curtin
24-Hour Library Access for Exams Period The library's 24-hour access for final exams begins at 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 4 and ends at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 12 (last day of exams). *Please note the weekend exception: The library will close at 9:00 p.m. Saturday night and reopen at 10:00 a.m. ...

Take a Paws With Therapy Dogs - Thursday, May 5th, 4-6pm

By Lisa Curtin
"Take a Paws" Stress Relief Session at the Library

We are excited to welcome therapy dogs Kodiak and Athena back to the Bentley Library for another "Take a Paws" stress-relief session! Thanks to the Center for Health and Wellness, you can enjoy some Bernese Mountain Dog love in the art gallery on Thursday, May 5, from 4:00 p.m.

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Learn About Downloadable Books at Our OverDrive Clinics

By Kimberly Morin

Have you checked out our OverDrive collection recently?  We’ve been busy adding downloadable ebooks and audiobooks – including current bestsellers Go Set A Watchman by Harper Lee, The Widow by Fiona

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Database of the Month: Business Insights: Essentials

By Kimberly Morin

Business Insights: Essentials provides in-depth information on U.S. and international businesses (both public and private) and industries. Included are company profiles, industry profiles, financial data, investment reports and articles from business periodicals. The strength of this database comes from its underlying sources.

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Readers and Writers: A Display of Books (& Films!) about Books

By Jaimie Fritz

On display at the Bentley Library from April 5th – May 16th is a collection of titles about reading and writing. If you have a love for literature, be sure to take a look! We’ve divided the display into a few categories so you can find a book or movie that suits your interests the most. See the attached PDF Category List for the full list of titles in each category – although some fit more than one!

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New Bestsellers, Books, DVDs & Audiobooks Added in March

By Lisa Curtin
More than 400 new books, DVDs, audiobooks and OverDrive digital books were added to the library's collection in March. Visit the New Books & DVDs page to browse all of the new titles. ...

We Are Here to Help! Visit, Call, Email, Text or IM a Librarian.

By Lisa Curtin
Reference librarians are available 7 days a week to answer your questions and provide research assistance. ...

Art Gallery Exhibit: Welcome to the Crowd | Miranda Updike

By Lisa Curtin

Opening in the RSM Art Gallery on April 2nd, Welcome to the Crowd is an installation of paintings by artist Miranda Updike.  All are invited to attend an opening reception for the artist on Wednesday, April 6, from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Miranda Updike Welcome to the Crowd
April 2 – 29, 2016

Opening Reception
Wednesday, April 6, 2016 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

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What We're Reading and Watching

By Lisa Curtin

Inquiring minds want to know - what are library staff reading and watching?   I asked my colleagues to share what they have been reading and watching recently.  Here are a few of their responses....

Dominque, Reference Department

I have been reading My Brilliant Friend by Elena Ferrante. Very good! --Dom

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