Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners
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Latest activities and updates from the MBLCMay 26, 2026 - Municipal Cuts to Libraries Threaten State Certification
When municipalities struggle to fund their public libraries, their library's certification in the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners' (MBLC) State Aid to Public Libraries Program is threatened. "Certification in the program is vital to the statewide network of sharing that makes the Massa ... READ MORE
May 07, 2026 - Public Libraries to participate in Boston Pops July 4th Celebration
Four public libraries from across the state have been selected to have some hands-on fun to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States Declaration of Independence: The Berkshire Athenaeum in Pittsfield Nevins Memorial Library in Methuen New Bedford Free Public Library Worcester Public Li ... READ MORE
May 06, 2026 - Boston Bruins Support Summer Literacy in Libraries
The Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners (MBLC) is pleased to announce that Boston Bruins mascot Blades will travel across Commonwealth as part of "When You Read, You Score!" a partnership with the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners (MBLC) to support summer literacy programs in pu ... READ MORE