Brockton News: Community
Brockton Public Library Book Club-Hungry Ghosts by Kevin Jared Hosein
Here is a short description from our NovelList database: "After a young man from the poorest part of Trinidad goes missing during the end of British colonialism, a farmhand is offered a generous stipend to become a watchman and determine what happened to the missing man." This event will take place both in person and…Read More
Council on Aging Book Club-The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald
Here is a short description from our Novelist database: "Newly rich Jay Gatsby tries to recapture the past and win back Daisy Buchanan, his former love, despite the fact she has married." Physical copies (regular print and large print) will be available at the circulation desk of Brockton Public Library's main branch. Must have a…Read More
Author Talk-Derek Fuller
Randolph resident, Derek Fuller, will discuss his first poetry collection, DNA of Phoenix Rising, as well as his life and influences. This event will take place both in-person, at Brockton Public Library's main branch, and online, through Zoom. Sign up for Zoom at the link provided. https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZElc--vrzksHNQT2skouQ8k-_2DTQ98Zzqi#/registrationRead More
COA Book Club-Skipping Christmas by John Grisham
Here is a short description from our Novelist database: "Luther and Nora Krank have decided to set sail on a Caribbean cruise on December 25th and skip Christmas. They are about to discover that their decision brings enormous consequences--and isn't half as easy as they imagined." Physical copies (regular print and large print) will be…Read More
Brockton Public Library Book Club-The Woman in the Library by Sulari Gentill
Here is a short description from our NovelList database: "The beautifully ornate reading room at the Boston Public Library is completely silent one weekday morning, until a woman's terrified scream echoes through the room. Security guards immediately appear and instruct everyone inside to stay put until they determine there is no threat. While they wait…Read More
Open House
Ladder Company 1 celebrates 150 years. Join us as we recognize Ladder Co. 1 for 150 years of service in the City of Champions. Open House Saturday, November 25, 2023 at 10:00 AM at 42 Pleasant St. Special presentation at 11:00 AM Light refreshments Class A event - Department Photo Holiday Parade to followRead More
Traffic Updates
Get up-to-the-minute traffic information, including road closures in Brockton, on the Waze app! The City of Brockton has partnered with Waze to bring you the latest traffic updates.Read More
Poetry Series
Please join the Brockton Public Library in welcoming musician Greg Fernades and poet Regie Gibson for an afternoon of inspiration, individuality, and collaboration. Saturday, October 21. 2:00 p.m..Do not miss this extraordinary event Please note that this event will take place in the Lingos Auditorium.Read More