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#TBT One of our patrons researches town historical facts to share on social media. Today he is looking at 1963. Thanks for sharing all your research Peter!

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‘Sesame Street’ welcomes Julia, a Muppet with autism

Sesame Street is adding a new character to its lineup with Julia, a muppet who has vibrant red hair and autism.

Julia is already a staple in Sesame Street digital and print books, and will appear in the 47th season of Sesame Street in April, the Associated Press reported.

Sesame Workshop, the non-profit educational organization behind Sesame Street, announced in 2015 that Julia would join Elmo and the gang in books and an app as part of the “Sesame Street and Autism: See Amazing in All Children” campaign. Julia, who “does things a little differently,” according to the workshop, is part of the campaign focused on reducing the stigma of autism. (Photo: Zach Hyman, AP)

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So many people visit the library for so many different reasons. ⠀ #libraries4everyone #libraries #lifelonglearning … https://t.co/RTefEfPkpS

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A number of organizations in #MA offer #FirstTimeHomeBuyer classes. Learn more about buying a home: http://ow.ly/Uh4j309I4dm

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Kwame Alexander believes that wonder lies between the lines of poems.

His new book Out of Wonder, is a collection of original poems for children written in the style of some of the world’s most famous poets — Rumi, Robert Frost, Pablo Neruda, Maya Angelou. The poems were written by Alexander, Chris Colderley and Marjory Wentworth and illustrated by Ekua Holmes.

There are three aims for the book — to encourage kids to read poetry, to introduce them to great poets, and to inspire them to write poems of their own.

“It’s a lofty goal, but I think that’s a metaphor for what poetry is,” Alexander says.

Find his conversation with NPR’s Rachel Martin here.

– Petra

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The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks: Official Trailer (HBO) - YouTube https://t.co/by36dl49fi #booksgonehollywood #frompagetoscreen

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So honored to welcome Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg to discuss her children's' book with author Debbie Levy. https://t.co/NWGpWbbnK4

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Philomel to publish ‘She Persisted,’ a picture book by Chelsea Clinton celebrating 13 inspirational women, due out in May

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Thank you 🙌🏼 to the many generous patrons who donated pajamas @nortonlibrary for this year's pj drive❤️ #bostonbrui… https://t.co/tH4lXf62OO

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We celebrated St. Patrick's Day early with a Celtic lore program with Irish tea and chocolate at the library ☘️☕️ #… https://t.co/E6JFAE0veq

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(via Norton Events Calendar for March 20, 2017 - Norton MA Patch)

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Last week marked the 20th anniversary of the debut of Buffy the Vampire Slayer As this 1999 cover of American Libraries says - while Buffy was slaying vampires, Giles was slaying stereotypes. (There is no Buffy emoji, so a vampire cat will have to do) 😸

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Poetry For Kids: Emily Dickinson http://bit.ly/2j4ZIZB via @Jumpintoabook1 #poetry https://t.co/jxidHjP4g7 #poetry #womenshistorymonth #emilydickinson

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Jeff Kinney goes behind the scenes of the new Wimpy Kid movie in ‘The Wimpy Kid Movie Diary’ #localauthor #wimpykid #jeffkinney #booksgonehollywood 😋📚🎥 https://t.co/JMsEvbqcdX

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Our Home Plate fundraiser has a new date! March 28th enjoy a delicious meal (eat-in or takeout!) and support the Friends!… https://t.co/twQBJzp2xs

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Teaching children about refugees, immigrants and slaves through picture books - Mass Literacy