Here are some of the new titles we have added to the collection at the Belden Noble Memorial Library. Fiction Edge of Eternity by Ken Follett The Escape by David Baldacci [large print] The Heavenly Casino by Carl Filbrich Leaving Time by Jodi Picoult Somewhere Safe with … [Read more...] about New Titles at Essex Library
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Essex Library Silent Auction Has Begun
The Belden Noble Memorial Library's 3rd annual silent auction fundraiser kicked off yesterday with an impressive selection! There is something for everyone. Request your bidding number at the desk, bid often, and bid high! Bidding will close at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, … [Read more...] about Essex Library Silent Auction Has Begun
A Short History of the Belden Noble Memorial Library
The Belden H. Noble Memorial Library came into existence as the Essex Free Library in 1899 when it was granted a "provisional" charter by the University of the State of New York. It opened to the public December 1 of that year and received an "absolute" charter in 1906. The … [Read more...] about A Short History of the Belden Noble Memorial Library
New Essex Library Assistant and Other News
If you come into the Belden Noble Library on Thursday, Friday, or Saturday you will find our new library assistant Stephanie Beneng at the desk. Stephanie is a graduate of Allegheny College and lives in Essex with her husband and two young sons. She has wonderful ideas for our … [Read more...] about New Essex Library Assistant and Other News
I AM MALALA is Common Text at Vermont Commons School
"Six months ago, the Nigerian schoolgirls were kidnapped. We were rocked by that horrible story and knew then that, as a community, we needed to learn more about the plight of girls in much of the world. Unfortunately, this topic is increasingly salient with the girls still … [Read more...] about I AM MALALA is Common Text at Vermont Commons School