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Q & A with Emma Donoghue
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Ask John Green - January 23, 2013
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Join us on Wednesday, January 23, 2013 for a special discussion with award winning author John Green. John will be discussing his work, including his ...more
Mass. Library System Mock Awards
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MLS Mock Awards - open to all interested library staff in Massachusetts. We'll cover Newbery and Caldecott and perhaps in the future other awards.
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