With more than 150,000 Little Free Libraries in 120 countries, the Little Free Library program enables the exchange of millions of books each year and increases access to literature for readers of all ages and backgrounds. The Marblehead Little Free Library was founded in 2009 by Todd Bol, who made a sharing box in honor of his late mother. Fifteen years later, the town has … [Read more...] about They’re little. They’re free. And they’re eveywhere.
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Task Force Against Discrimination chairs defend teacher
Task Force Against Discrimination Chairs Helaine Hazlett and Diane Gora sent a letter to school officials in support of Candice Sliney, one of the employees of the school district who is under investigation for discrimination. Sliney, who has taught Spanish at Marblehead High School since 2005, is a former member of the task force, which she resigned from last year. At a … [Read more...] about Task Force Against Discrimination chairs defend teacher
Setting sail with Stramski
Director of Recreation Jaime Bloch said that for the past five years, the Recreation Department has been rebuilding the Stramski Sailing Program, which is for students from any community entering grades three through seven, and wants it to be fun and inclusive for all. Bloch said that the program's price point makes it "affordable and accessible." The program costs $135 to … [Read more...] about Setting sail with Stramski
Splashy debut at JCCNS
The Jewish Community Center of the North Shore celebrated the official opening and ribbon-cutting of the Jonathan Derr Splash Pad – a new, inclusive water feature located at the JCCNS outdoor pool. Family, friends, and supporters gathered on a sunny summer morning to honor Jonathan and commemorate his trailblazing impact on the JCCNS. The grand opening of the splash pad … [Read more...] about Splashy debut at JCCNS
Abbot Library’s next chapter begins
Abbot Public Library reopened Wednesday after its renovation project, which began in January 2023, was completed. The original reopening was scheduled for June 20, but it was delayed due to a compliance issue with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The library received its certificate of occupancy, allowing full access to the building for public use and the use of the … [Read more...] about Abbot Library’s next chapter begins