Stop by the library and pick up a blind date book! Who knows, maybe it will be a true love match. Such a cute library display idea for February- each book is wrapped in newspaper so you can't see the cover. Each one has a sticker with the genre and a few key details about … Continue reading Visit the Library and Have a Blind Date with a Book
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What Is the Dewey Decimal System and Why Do Libraries Use It?
The Dewey Decimal System is one of the most recognized book classification systems in the world. Developed to bring order to the growing number of books in libraries, this system has become a standard in organizing knowledge. But how exactly did it come to be, and is it still used today at our local libraries? … Continue reading What Is the Dewey Decimal System and Why Do Libraries Use It?
A Season of Savings: Spring Book Sale at the Beaches Library
Spring (and books!) is in the air, and it's time once again for the annual FOBBL Used Book Sale at the Beaches Branch Library! We could also use more volunteers to help out. More info on that at the bottom of the page. Come and get great deals on gently used books and media and … Continue reading A Season of Savings: Spring Book Sale at the Beaches Library
Meet Author and Illustrator Zoe Persico at the Junior Lit Chat Event!
Calling all young book lovers and aspiring artists! The Beaches Branch Library is hosting a Junior Lit Chat with Zoe Persico on Saturday, February 22, 2025 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM in the Community Room. Sponsored by the Friends of the Beaches Branch Library, this engaging event is a fantastic opportunity for kids to … Continue reading Meet Author and Illustrator Zoe Persico at the Junior Lit Chat Event!
The History of Libraries: A Journey Through Time
Libraries have long been a cornerstone of knowledge, culture, and education. The concept of a library, as a place where information is stored and shared, dates back thousands of years. From ancient civilizations to modern public institutions, libraries have evolved alongside human society, becoming symbols of learning, preservation, and community. Ancient Beginnings The first known … Continue reading The History of Libraries: A Journey Through Time
Friends of the Beaches Branch Library 