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A social media spat over the removal of a Christmas tree from a Massachusetts public library has led to what officials called “threats and bullying” and an LGBT activist stepping down from her position in a human rights group after sending profanity-laden messages attacking Christians.

Dedham Public Library officials refused to put up their annual Christmas tree because it made people too uncomfortable to look at.

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Programs with the Dedham Library, week of May 20-27 COURTESY OF THE DEDHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY Pop-Up Library The library is now holding a pop-up library at the front of the Main Library. Patrons will be able to safely browse new releases, best sellers and children’s books. The pop-up library will run Wednesdays, 1:30-4:30 p.m., Thursdays 10 a.m.-1 p.m., and Fridays 10 a.m.-1 p.m. (weather permitting). During this time, all holds will continue to be picked up at the pick-up window. Masks are requ...

Programs with the Dedham Library, week of May 6-13 COURTESY OF THE DEDHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY Pop-Up Library The library is now holding a pop-up library at the front of the Main Library. Patrons will be able to safely browse new releases, best sellers and children’s books. The pop-up library will run Wednesdays, 1:30-4:30 p.m., Thursdays 10 a.m.-1 p.m., and Fridays 10 a.m.-1 p.m. (weather permitting). During this time, all holds will continue to be picked up at the pick-up window. Masks are requi...

Programs with the Dedham Library: week of April 15-22 Dedham Public Library Program Survey Through the pandemic, the Dedham Public Library has offered a variety of virtual programs including storytimes, singalongs, gardening programs, watercolor classes and more. As we prepare to offer in-person programs we thought it best to understand the needs of the community regarding program schedules as well as the types of programs that are desired. Please take a moment to complete the program survey by...

Ariane Komyati, Correspondent DEDHAM -- Now that spring is here and the warmer weather has arrived, the Dedham Public Library on Church Street is taking its books outside. The library began its “Pop-Up Library” on April 7 on the front steps of the main library. Patrons are able to safely browse new releases, best sellers, children’s books, young adult books and large print books. Weather permitting, the Pop-Up Library is currently running Wednesdays from 1:30-4:30 p.m., Thursdays from 10 ...

Programs with the Dedham Library: Pop-Up Library begins this week Wicked Local Dedham Public Library Program Survey Through the pandemic, the Dedham Public Library has offered a variety of virtual programs including storytimes, singalongs, gardening programs, watercolor classes and more. As we prepare to offer in-person programs we thought it best to understand the needs of the community regarding program schedules as well as the types of programs that are desired. Please take a moment to compl...

Programs with the Dedham Library: Book donations welcome Common Content Dedham Public Library Program Survey Through the pandemic, the Dedham Public Library has offered a variety of virtual programs including storytimes, singalongs, gardening programs, watercolor classes and more. As we prepare to offer in-person programs we thought it best to understand the needs of the community regarding program schedules as well as the types of programs that are desired. Please take a moment to complete the...

Common Content A few reminders: Place holds through your Minuteman account (find.minlib.net); staff will reach out when your hold is ready to be picked up. The book drop at the Main Library is open for ALL returns; the book drop at the Endicott Branch Library will remain closed for the foreseeable future. Visit https://dedhamlibrary.com/ for updates and information regarding the curbside pick-up program (is has resumed). Staff are available via email (dedhamissue@minlib.net) Monday through Frid...