Category: Library Blog

During the months of September and October, the Lynnfield Public Library will be hosting a personal care item drive for Citizens Inn. Help local families get back on their feet by donating new or unused and unopened items, including diapers, menstrual products, sunscreen, toiletries,...

By Samantha Totman In addition to the databases and online resources available with your Lynnfield Library card, as a Massachusetts resident, you also have access to all of the Boston Public Library’s online resources through their eCard program. (eCards do not allow you to...

Thank you all so much for your support during the Override vote. The Library was facing very scary consequences if the vote failed, so it is a joy and a relief to be able to continue to provide the Lynnfield community with the excellent...

By Alison Quill, Senior Circulation Librarian Come check out our newest collection at the Lynnfield Library: The Lynnfield Local Collection. Located under the quilt in the main room of the library (where the paperbacks used to be) is our most recent addition- showcasing books...

The Lynnfield Public Library has made a commitment to sustainability by joining the Sustainable Libraries Initiative’s award-winning Sustainable Library Certification Program (SLCP)!  The Sustainable Libraries Initiative (SLI) is a not-for-profit organization with a mission to empower library leaders in advancing environmentally sound, socially equitable,...

By Katherine Decker  –  Head of Circulation As we head into Spring, we wanted to share some of our reading, listening and viewing suggestions. Consider stopping by the Library and checking one out today. Love and Other Conspiracies by Mallory Marlowe – This book...

By Alex Lambright, Head of Youth Services To celebrate Love Your Library Month this February, we asked you to tell us what you love about the library. We’re overwhelmed with the lovely feedback we got! Below is a small sampling of what the community...

During January and February, the Lynnfield Public Library is excited to exhibit paintings by local artist Frank Gelott. In Frank’s own words, ” I am inspired by my experiences with nature. I place no restrictions on myself, and when I start a painting, I...

We are kicking of 2025 with some great reading and viewing suggestions. Consider checking out one today. Igraine the Brave by Cornelia Funke: A very fun and cute kids chapter book. Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen: This was the best cozy winter read....

By Alison Quill, Senior Circulation Librarian Move over Spotify Wrapped, now it’s time for Lynnfield Public Library’s top books of 2024. The following list is the top 10 books that were circulated within our library. Which ones have you read? 1. The Women by...