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Spotlight: RPL’s Green Initiative Shines in Readings Magazine!

We’re excited to share that RPL’s “Rooted in Reading” grant has been recognized in a feature article in Readings Magazine! The beautifully crafted piece captures the full scope of our green transformation, from our growing seed library to our thoughtfully placed indoor plants and springtime hopes for the new sensory garden. The article, viewable online […]

Our Library Just Got Greener – Here’s Why That’s Awesome!

Have you spotted the new additions to our library? Between the bookshelves, you’ll now find some leafy new friends. They’re part of our “Rooted in Reading” program, and they’re here to make your library time even better. These plants do more than just look nice. Think of them as natural air filters. While you’re reading, […]

Fall leaves on the ground

Fall Cleanup Time?

This article and online presentation from Grow Native Massachusetts makes the case to leave the leaves for biodiversity in your garden.

Sample Sensory Garden

As part of our Rooted in Reading grant, RPL is installing an example sensory garden.  This small area highlights different ways to experience a garden. They can help people connect with nature and become more aware of their surroundings.

Stage 1: Beneath the Surface (Oct-Jan)

Rooted in Reading will take place in three phases. Kicking off this fall, all gardens required planning and preparation. There is a lot to do from design to digging, from selecting plants to sowing seeds. Things that are happening for “Beneath the Surface” of Rooted in Reading

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