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Sargent Memorial Library We provide resources to encourage learning, idea exchange, community growth, and health and well-being in an open and safe space for all people.

Today is National Stop Bullying Day!To combat this, know that we are waiting to welcome everyone!
10/14/2026

Today is National Stop Bullying Day!

To combat this, know that we are waiting to welcome everyone!

For our next Family Craft Night on Wednesday, October 28th at 4 PM, make this spooky spell book! We have spots availabl...
10/13/2026

For our next Family Craft Night on Wednesday, October 28th at 4 PM, make this spooky spell book!

We have spots available and would love to see you cast your creative magic!

Register on our website through our calendar.

The library will be closed Monday, October 12th for Indigenous Peoples' Day.
10/12/2026

The library will be closed Monday, October 12th for Indigenous Peoples' Day.

For our next installment of the Meet the Staff series, we have one of our team of fabulous Senior Library Assistants, Sh...
10/10/2026

For our next installment of the Meet the Staff series, we have one of our team of fabulous Senior Library Assistants, Shijesta!

You can’t miss Shijesta at the front desk! Her wit and kindness are always on display. AND she is an avid knitter! Most of the tops she wears are ones that she’s made herself, with patterns she designs on her own. They are one of a kind, just like her! If she’s not working, you can find her quilting, weaving or at the Knitting Club (which we host on Wednesdays).

Shijesta is also our resident AI expert and computer whiz, helping us make our website more accessible.

Let's end Banned Books Week with some fun!We'll see you tomorrow for our Freedom to Read Celebration Storytime at 1 PM! ...
10/09/2026

Let's end Banned Books Week with some fun!

We'll see you tomorrow for our Freedom to Read Celebration Storytime at 1 PM!

While this author is currently facing many controversies, the story began with a hit book series that faced challenges a...
10/08/2026

While this author is currently facing many controversies, the story began with a hit book series that faced challenges and bans since the late 90’s.

The focus on magic was only one reason for it to end up challenged or banned, particularly from school districts across the US. The American Library Association listed it as part of the 10 most challenged books from 2000-2005.

Can you name the series?

You guessed it! It’s the Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling.

Earlier this year, the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners said that 86 libraries reported 309 informal challen...
10/07/2026

Earlier this year, the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners said that 86 libraries reported 309 informal challenges to materials, services and programs.

Laurie Halse Anderson’s Speak has been challenged multiple times since it was published in 1999.

PEN America listed Speak as #2 on the Most Banned Books of the 2025-2026 School Year, with 23 bans.

Our newest Spooky Booooooook Club is inviting you to come and check out the October Scavenger Hunts throughout the libra...
10/06/2026

Our newest Spooky Booooooook Club is inviting you to come and check out the October Scavenger Hunts throughout the library!

We’ve got 3 levels of difficulty for our youngest to the most seasoned of library-goers.

Try to catch the bats, ghosts and pumpkins before they catch you!

Did you know that between 2020-2025, there were 229 challenges to titles found in libraries throughout Massachusetts? T...
10/05/2026

Did you know that between 2020-2025, there were 229 challenges to titles found in libraries throughout Massachusetts?

To combat challenges and bans, we are taking part in Banned Books Week 2026! Join us in our Read-In this Thursday, October 8th at 6:30 PM!

Want to talk about a book that had an impact on you? Need a recommendation? Our staff is ready!

We'll also be posting some of our picks!

Here’s one published in 1973 that has been challenged and banned over decades: Our Bodies, Ourselves.

Address

427 Massachusetts Avenue
Boxborough, MA
01719

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Monday 10am - 8pm
Tuesday 10am - 8pm
Wednesday 10am - 8pm
Thursday 10am - 8pm
Saturday 10am - 3pm

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+19782634680

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