Category Archives: Arlington Reads Together

Representation Matters and WONDER

Posted on March 5, 2018 by

Did you watch the Oscars last night? A common refrain heard from the winners was that representation matters. People who have been historically marginalized in Hollywood want to see people who look like them telling stories. Wonder, received one nomination … Continue reading →

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Arlington Reads Together 2018 events round-up

Posted on January 29, 2018 by

We are excited to share a full list of events celebrating Wonder by R.J. Palacio, your 2018 community read! Arlington Reads Together events take place in March and there’s something for everyone, so keep scrolling (or download a printable ART2018 program)–and … Continue reading →

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Wonder is the 2018 Arlington Reads Together Pick

Posted on October 30, 2017 by

Have you ever preferred your Halloween costume over your natural appearance? If so, then probably not for the same reason as Auggie Pullman of Wonder. Auggie is a middle schooler growing up with a severe facial deformity, and he likes … Continue reading →

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Arlington Reads Together 2018: the short list

Posted on July 20, 2017 by

Earlier this month, the Arlington Reads Together committee met and selected 6 books for the the Arlington Reads Together 2018 short list. Committee members will read these titles over the summer and early fall, and one will be selected as … Continue reading →

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How to pick the next Arlington Reads Together Title!

Posted on June 27, 2017 by

Can you believe it’s already time to start planning the 2018 Community Read? It seems like just last month Nicole and Wayne Maines were at Town Hall! We need your help selecting a book. Have you read a book that … Continue reading →

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Transgender Youth

Posted on March 28, 2017 by

As March is coming to a close, we wanted to highlight some articles and resources about the issues transgender youth face using some of the Robbins Library electronic resources. This blog post is in support of the 2017 Arlington Reads … Continue reading →

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Transgender Women of Color

Posted on March 23, 2017 by

This month, we are exploring transgender issues and themes in support of the 2017 Arlington Reads Together selection, “Becoming Nicole: The Transformation of an American Family.” Recent news stories have explored the lives of transgender women of color. Using library … Continue reading →

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Gender Spectrum Panel: an Arlington Reads Together event on 3/28

Posted on March 21, 2017 by

We can hardly believe that March is coming to a close, and with it, Arlington Reads Together. We’ve had an incredible month thus far and are excited about the culminating program. Join us for a Gender Spectrum panel on Tuesday … Continue reading →

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True Story Theater: “Becoming Nicole” stories on Wed 3/15

Posted on March 14, 2017 by

We are pleased to partner with True Story Theater for an Arlington Reads Together event. You are invited to an exploration that honors the experience of people who have often been stigmatized for simply claiming their own true identities. True Story … Continue reading →

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Nicole Maines – what an event!

Posted on March 6, 2017 by

Did you see Nicole and Wayne on Saturday March 4 at Arlington Town Hall? It was truly an inspiring and moving event. Thank you to everyone who came out on a cold Saturday afternoon to listen to Wayne and Nicole. … Continue reading →

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