Join us the third Wednesday of each month at 2:00 PM to discuss the current selection as well as plan for the upcoming reads.

Boy at the Crossroads: From Teenage Runaway to Class President

by Mary Ford

Inspired by the true story of a courageous teen runaway

At only thirteen years old-arrested for being part of the Mercury Gang because the boys only stole Mercury sedans-Conley Ford, on a whim, decides to run out on probation, skip school, and put his thumb out instead.

The fifteenth of sixteen children, Conley discovered early on what it takes to survive. Having learned how to peddle products door-to-door-from tomatoes to soap to hot tamales and more- he'll take his ingenuity and survival-savvy on the road to find where he belongs away from his overbearing father and tumultuous household.

With only fifty cents in his pocket in the fall of 1955, Conley hitchhikes from his home in Halls Crossroads, Tennessee on a journey through Atlanta, Florida, Alabama, and Mississippi, only to end up in New Orleans selling hotdogs as a street vendor. 

But home isn't always where you make it. Soon, Conley satisfies his need to escape again--and again after that-in hopes that his best life will be waiting just around the corner.

When he finds his way back home, he attempts to settle into high school. But his adventures have given him different life experiences than his peers. To his surprise, they are in awe of his exploits and vote him class president.

Fictionalized by Conley's wife Mary, Boy at the Crossroads is an adventurous coming-of-age novel about making it on your own and overcoming a hardscrabble childhood. 

From: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/57113064-boy-at-the-crossroads

*No registration required. Please contact the library to recieve a copy of the latest selection.

Ask a Law Librarian: Weekly Zoom Sessions

Are you seeking legal information or assistance in navigating state, local and federal laws? Every Thursday at 1PM join the Head Law Librarian at Brockton Law Library, Alexandra Bernson, for a virtual Zoom Q&A session.

There are 15 Trial Court Law Libraries located across Massachusetts to serve the courts, attorneys and the public. Just like local public libraries, the law libraries are open to everyone. You can receive legal reference assistance, borrow books, and use print and electronic resources. This “Ask a Law Librarian” program is designed to provide the community with virtual access to many of these services. For more information about the Trial Court Law Libraries, visit their website at: https://www.mass.gov/orgs/trial-court-law-libraries.

This program is presented in partnership with the following area libraries: Whitman Public Library, Brockton Public Library; Turner Free Library; Avon Public Library; Scituate Town Library; Thomas Crane Public Library; and Brockton Law Library. For additional information, please contact the Holbrook Public Library at 781-767-3644, visit our website at www.holbrookpubliclibrary.org, or email us at hpl@holbrook.ocln.org.

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Ask a Law Librarian: Weekly Zoom Sessions

Are you seeking legal information or assistance in navigating state, local and federal laws? Every Thursday at 1PM join the Head Law Librarian at Brockton Law Library, Alexandra Bernson, for a virtual Zoom Q&A session.

There are 15 Trial Court Law Libraries located across Massachusetts to serve the courts, attorneys and the public. Just like local public libraries, the law libraries are open to everyone. You can receive legal reference assistance, borrow books, and use print and electronic resources. This “Ask a Law Librarian” program is designed to provide the community with virtual access to many of these services. For more information about the Trial Court Law Libraries, visit their website at: https://www.mass.gov/orgs/trial-court-law-libraries.

This program is presented in partnership with the following area libraries: Whitman Public Library, Brockton Public Library; Turner Free Library; Avon Public Library; Scituate Town Library; Thomas Crane Public Library; and Brockton Law Library. For additional information, please contact the Holbrook Public Library at 781-767-3644, visit our website at www.holbrookpubliclibrary.org, or email us at hpl@holbrook.ocln.org.

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Join Ms. B for fun stories and cool crafts. Please register by Thursday April 28th at 3pm to attend.

Best for ages 2-6, but all ages are welcome with a caregiver. 

 6th through 8th graders join Ms. B once a month for a fun and relaxed book club.

 Stop by the library's circulation desk for a copy of Amal Unbound by Aisha Saeed.

 Read the book before the 27th, take notes on what you'd like to discuss and passages that jump out at you,

 things that annoy, surprise or inspire!

Join our friend, Miss Hayley, the Wednesdays in June for fun and educational STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathmatics) activities! Please visit www.selfhelpcpc.org and go to the upcoming activities calendar to register. Make sure you click on the Holbrook event!!

Ask a Law Librarian: Weekly Zoom Sessions

Are you seeking legal information or assistance in navigating state, local and federal laws? Every Thursday at 1PM join the Head Law Librarian at Brockton Law Library, Alexandra Bernson, for a virtual Zoom Q&A session.

There are 15 Trial Court Law Libraries located across Massachusetts to serve the courts, attorneys and the public. Just like local public libraries, the law libraries are open to everyone. You can receive legal reference assistance, borrow books, and use print and electronic resources. This “Ask a Law Librarian” program is designed to provide the community with virtual access to many of these services. For more information about the Trial Court Law Libraries, visit their website at: https://www.mass.gov/orgs/trial-court-law-libraries.

This program is presented in partnership with the following area libraries: Whitman Public Library, Brockton Public Library; Turner Free Library; Avon Public Library; Scituate Town Library; Thomas Crane Public Library; and Brockton Law Library. For additional information, please contact the Holbrook Public Library at 781-767-3644, visit our website at www.holbrookpubliclibrary.org, or email us at hpl@holbrook.ocln.org.

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Are you curious about all the buzz with cryptocurrency? Are you looking to invest in the likes of Bitcoin, Ethereum, Tether, but are unsure how or where to start? Join us virtually for a Q&A discussion with local cryptocurrency enthusiast and tutor Daniel Thursday, June 2, 2022 from 6:30 - 7:30 PM. Registration is required to recieve a Zoom link.

According to NerdWallet, a cryptocurrency (or “crypto”) is a form of payment that can circulate without the need for a central monetary authority such as a government or bank. Instead, cryptocurrencies are created using cryptographic techniques that enable people to buy, sell or trade them securely. As of January 10, 2022, the total value of all cryptocurrencies was about $1.9 trillion.This event is an excellent opportunity for those looking to learn the basics to begin their first crypto-investing.

For additional information, please contact the Holbrook Public Library at 781-767-3644, visit our website at www.holbrookpubliclibrary.org, or email us at hpl@holbrook.ocln.org.

**Registrants have the option of attending in person or online. Our presenter will be joining us via Zoom. All registrants will recieve a Zoom link the day of the program**

Half day in Holbrook schools? Come to the library for laughs, learning and songs! Dave Maloof with sing some silly songs, teach us how and why we laugh and share with us how to write jokes and comedic songs. The registration is open to all ages. Please register each person seperately below!

Join our friend, Miss Hayley, the Wednesdays in June for fun and educational STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathmatics) activities! Please visit www.selfhelpcpc.org and go to the upcoming activities calendar to register. Make sure you click on the Holbrook event!!

Ask a Law Librarian: Weekly Zoom Sessions

Are you seeking legal information or assistance in navigating state, local and federal laws? Every Thursday at 1PM join the Head Law Librarian at Brockton Law Library, Alexandra Bernson, for a virtual Zoom Q&A session.

There are 15 Trial Court Law Libraries located across Massachusetts to serve the courts, attorneys and the public. Just like local public libraries, the law libraries are open to everyone. You can receive legal reference assistance, borrow books, and use print and electronic resources. This “Ask a Law Librarian” program is designed to provide the community with virtual access to many of these services. For more information about the Trial Court Law Libraries, visit their website at: https://www.mass.gov/orgs/trial-court-law-libraries.

This program is presented in partnership with the following area libraries: Whitman Public Library, Brockton Public Library; Turner Free Library; Avon Public Library; Scituate Town Library; Thomas Crane Public Library; and Brockton Law Library. For additional information, please contact the Holbrook Public Library at 781-767-3644, visit our website at www.holbrookpubliclibrary.org, or email us at hpl@holbrook.ocln.org.

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Join us the third Wednesday of each month at 2:00 PM to discuss the current selection as well as plan for the upcoming reads.

Do you want to learn about our digital library resources like Hoopla, Libby, or Overdrive? Do you need help getting into one of your library accounts on one of your devices? Or maybe, you need your account created. Well, come in for Drop-in for Tech Help from our Technology Librarian Tracy! They are happy to help you with your digital technology needs.

Availability is on a first-come, first-serve basis and is primarily focused on our electronic resources. If you prefer one on one tech help, sign up for a Digital Clinic. And you have questions before dropping in, shoot them an email at ttolf@holbrook.ocln.org. 

Join our friend, Miss Hayley, the Wednesdays in June for fun and educational STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathmatics) activities! Please visit www.selfhelpcpc.org and go to the upcoming activities calendar to register. Make sure you click on the Holbrook event!!

Ask a Law Librarian: Weekly Zoom Sessions

Are you seeking legal information or assistance in navigating state, local and federal laws? Every Thursday at 1PM join the Head Law Librarian at Brockton Law Library, Alexandra Bernson, for a virtual Zoom Q&A session.

There are 15 Trial Court Law Libraries located across Massachusetts to serve the courts, attorneys and the public. Just like local public libraries, the law libraries are open to everyone. You can receive legal reference assistance, borrow books, and use print and electronic resources. This “Ask a Law Librarian” program is designed to provide the community with virtual access to many of these services. For more information about the Trial Court Law Libraries, visit their website at: https://www.mass.gov/orgs/trial-court-law-libraries.

This program is presented in partnership with the following area libraries: Whitman Public Library, Brockton Public Library; Turner Free Library; Avon Public Library; Scituate Town Library; Thomas Crane Public Library; and Brockton Law Library. For additional information, please contact the Holbrook Public Library at 781-767-3644, visit our website at www.holbrookpubliclibrary.org, or email us at hpl@holbrook.ocln.org.

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Join Zoom Meeting

Passcode: 613281

Join our friend, Miss Hayley, the Wednesdays in June for fun and educational STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathmatics) activities! Please visit www.selfhelpcpc.org and go to the upcoming activities calendar to register. Make sure you click on the Holbrook event!!

Ask a Law Librarian: Weekly Zoom Sessions

Are you seeking legal information or assistance in navigating state, local and federal laws? Every Thursday at 1PM join the Head Law Librarian at Brockton Law Library, Alexandra Bernson, for a virtual Zoom Q&A session.

There are 15 Trial Court Law Libraries located across Massachusetts to serve the courts, attorneys and the public. Just like local public libraries, the law libraries are open to everyone. You can receive legal reference assistance, borrow books, and use print and electronic resources. This “Ask a Law Librarian” program is designed to provide the community with virtual access to many of these services. For more information about the Trial Court Law Libraries, visit their website at: https://www.mass.gov/orgs/trial-court-law-libraries.

This program is presented in partnership with the following area libraries: Whitman Public Library, Brockton Public Library; Turner Free Library; Avon Public Library; Scituate Town Library; Thomas Crane Public Library; and Brockton Law Library. For additional information, please contact the Holbrook Public Library at 781-767-3644, visit our website at www.holbrookpubliclibrary.org, or email us at hpl@holbrook.ocln.org.

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Join Zoom Meeting

Passcode: 613281

Join our friend, Miss Hayley, the Wednesdays in June for fun and educational STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathmatics) activities! Please visit www.selfhelpcpc.org and go to the upcoming activities calendar to register. Make sure you click on the Holbrook event!!

Ask a Law Librarian: Weekly Zoom Sessions

Are you seeking legal information or assistance in navigating state, local and federal laws? Every Thursday at 1PM join the Head Law Librarian at Brockton Law Library, Alexandra Bernson, for a virtual Zoom Q&A session.

There are 15 Trial Court Law Libraries located across Massachusetts to serve the courts, attorneys and the public. Just like local public libraries, the law libraries are open to everyone. You can receive legal reference assistance, borrow books, and use print and electronic resources. This “Ask a Law Librarian” program is designed to provide the community with virtual access to many of these services. For more information about the Trial Court Law Libraries, visit their website at: https://www.mass.gov/orgs/trial-court-law-libraries.

This program is presented in partnership with the following area libraries: Whitman Public Library, Brockton Public Library; Turner Free Library; Avon Public Library; Scituate Town Library; Thomas Crane Public Library; and Brockton Law Library. For additional information, please contact the Holbrook Public Library at 781-767-3644, visit our website at www.holbrookpubliclibrary.org, or email us at hpl@holbrook.ocln.org.

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Join Zoom Meeting

Passcode: 613281

Join us the third Wednesday of each month at 2:00 PM to discuss the current selection as well as plan for the upcoming reads.

Join us the third Wednesday of each month at 2:00 PM to discuss the current selection as well as plan for the upcoming reads.

Join us the third Wednesday of each month at 2:00 PM to discuss the current selection as well as plan for the upcoming reads.