Need book suggestions for what to read nest? Check out these suggested sites or get your personal recommendations from a librarian by filling out our form. Nouvo Arive Want to stay up-to-date on all new releases? Subscribe to our book newsletters! Select any and all genres you're interested in to receive monthly updates on what's new and novel. Register Reading & Resource Lists ALSC Recommendations Lists of books recommended by the Association for Library Service to Children Award Winners for Kids Book and media award winners, including the recipients of the Caldecott, Carnegie, and Newbery Medals Haitian Heritage Month Books for adults, kids, and teens in English and Haitian Creole New Release Newsletters Want to stay up-to-date on all new releases? Subscribe to our book newsletters! Select any and all genres you're interested in to receive monthly updates on what's new and novel. Quick Reads (Hi-Lo) High-interest, low-readability (Hi-Lo) books for teens and adults Women's History Books and films relating to the Women's Suffrage Centennial and the ongoing struggle for equal rights APIA Heritage Books and films celebrating Asian and Pacific Islander American heritage Black Lives, Black History Books, films, websites, and more celebrating the history and contributions of Black Americans Health Literacy & Equity Books, ebooks, and websites providing evidence-based health information NoveList K-8 Plus Read-alikes, grade level, and reading level suggestions for kids in kindergarten through eighth grade School Required Reading Books assigned for summer reading by local schools Addiction and Recovery Local resources and books about addiction and recovery Caribbean-American Heritage Books and films celebrating Caribbean-American heritage Job Seekers Books and websites for job seekers NoveList Plus Read-alikes and suggestions for teens and adults TFL Recommendations Personalized recommendations from Turner Free Library's librarians Anti-Racism Books, films, and websites for anyone interested in taking a stand against racial prejudice and intolerance Grief and Loss Books and online resources for those who are experiencing a loss or grieving NPR's Books We Love Yearly guide to NPR's favorite reads Pride Month LGBTQIA+ books and movies for Pride Month Teen Book Finder Award winning books, audiobooks, and films for teens 12-18

The Turner Free Library, Randolph's public library was established in 1874. It offers programming for all ages as well as a diverse collection of materials. Featured Events Help shape the future of your library! As we plan for the next five years, we're asking our community what matters most. Please take a few minutes to complete a brief survey and help shape the future of the library. Every response helps! More Featured Services Bookmobile Online Library Discounted Museum Passes Outdoor Holds Lockers Get a Library Card Room Reservations Library of Things TFL's Monthly Newsletter More eNewsletter Signup Stay up-to-date with library events! Email* Subscribe

Prete Teknoloji, Gadgets, Jwèt, & Plis Bibliyotèk Turner gratis gen teknoloji, gadjèt, jwèt tablo, ak plis ankò ke ou ka prete epi sèvi ak nan kay la! Moun ki gen kat Turner Free Library sèlman. Proper Use and Liability: In consideration of being permitted to borrow tools and equipment, the borrower agree to release and indemnify and hold harmless the Turner Free Library and the Town of Randolph, its officers, agents, and employees from any and all liability, loss, claims, and demands, actions or causes of action for the death or injury to any persons and/or for any property damage of any nature suffered or incurred by any person which arises or may arise or be occasioned in any way from the use of tools and equipment borrowed from the Turner Free Library. As with all Library materials, the borrower is responsible for the item and will be billed for reasonable replacement costs associated with damage, or loss of items. Neither the Turner Free Library or the Town of Randolph are not responsible for any costs incurred or damage to personal equipment while borrowers use items from the Library. Filter by category Games Make & Mend Outdoor Technology Tools Blood Pressure Monitor Coming soon! Check availability Cricut Joy Coming soon! Check availability Fountain Tarot Kit A deck of Fountain tarot cards Check availability Kill-A-Watt Electricity Usage Monitor An electricity monitor that can assess how efficient your appliances are. Check availability Mobile Document Scanner The CUTEST little mobile document scanner for on the go scanning! Able to scan Scans color and black and white documents at up to 16 pages per minute. Brother scanning software installation required for use. Check availability Pickleball Kit Coming soon! Check availability TI-84 Plus Graphing Calculator Graphing calculators for all of your math needs! Check availability Board Games A range of games including Scrabble, Ticket to Ride, and many more! Check availability Cricut Mini Heat Press Coming soon! Check availability Gardening Tool Set Ready, set, grow! This gardening tool sets includes a large trowel, small trowel, cultivator, hand rake, weeder, pruning shears and a cloth tote. Check availability Light Therapy Lamp A light therapy box intended to improve mood, focus, energy and sleep. Check availability Mobile Hotspot Connect to the internet on the go with a mobile hotspot, which connects your devices to the internet via the cellular network. Check availability Portable DVD player with screen A portable DVD player and screen with a rechargeable battery Check availability White Noise Machine An ambient noise machine intended to mask disruptive environmental noises so you can relax or sleep more easily. Check availability Chromebook Laptop A lightweight, simple laptop running the Chrome operating system. Check availability Energy Oracle Cards Kit A deck of Energy Oracle cards Check availability Ghost Meter A handheld tool that measures AC electromagnetic fields, which are usually emitted from man-made sources such as electrical wiring Check availability Litter Cleanup Kit Help keep Randolph beautiful! Check availability Paper Shredder A portable desktop shredder for securely disposing of paper and credit cards. Check availability Soil Tester Test your soil before planting! This 4-in-1 meter measures soil pH, moisture, temperature, and light to help you plan your garden layout. Check availability WorldPen Coming soon! Check availability

Get a Turner Free Library library card in 2 easy steps! Jwenn yon Kat Bibliyotèk Ready to get a library card? We can't wait to have you visit! Getting a library card is always free, but you'll need a photo ID and proof of your current address to register. You can also create a temporary e-card online to get immediate access to some of the Library's digital services, but you will need to visit the library with a picture ID and proof of your current address to finish setting up your library account. Jwenn yon Tanporè e-Kat (asire w ke ou gen ladan enfòmasyon kontak ou!)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) We love questions, it's part of our job as librarians! We've put together some of the most common questions and answers we get here at the Turner Free Library but we're always happy to help you find out more information if your question isn't answered here! Computers & Internet Library Access & Borrowing Facilities & Services Programs & Passes Getting Involved Does the Library have public computers? Can I print, photocopy, or scan at the library? Is my public computer use tracked?

Dial-A-Story Reflecting the community's vibrant linguistical and cultural diversity, the Turner Free Library's World Languages Room features books in Chinese, French, Haitian Creole, Spanish, and Vietnamese, among other languages. The World Languages Room also includes an “English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESoL) and Citizenship Corner,” which offers books, DVDs, and audiobooks for English-language learners and anyone interested in applying for U.S. citizenship. From classics to best sellers, there's something for every reader to enjoy! Ki reflete divèsite lengwistik ak kiltirèl pwosede ki genyen nan kominote a, Sal Mondyal Lang Bibliyotèk Turner Free a genyen liv an Chinwa, Fransè, Kreyòl ayisyen, Panyòl, ak Vyetnamyen, pami lòt lang. The World Languages Room gen ladan tou yon “English for speakers of Other Languages (ESoL) and Citizenship Corner,” ki ofri liv, DVD, ak liv odyo pou elèv k ap aprann lang angle ak nenpòt moun ki enterese aplike pou sitwayènte ameriken. Soti nan klasik nan pi bon vandè, gen yon bagay pou chak lektè jwi! Como reflejo de la vibrante diversidad lingüística y cultural de la comunidad, la Sala de Idiomas Mundiales de la Biblioteca Turner presenta libros en chino, francés, criollo haitiano, español y vietnamita, entre otros idiomas. La Sala de Idiomas Mundiales también incluye un “Rincón de Ciudadanía y Inglés para Hablantes de Otros Idiomas (ESoL)”, que ofrece libros, DVD y audiolibros para estudiantes de inglés y cualquier persona interesada en solicitar la ciudadanía estadounidense. Desde clásicos hasta los más vendidos, ¡hay algo para que disfrute cada lector! Phản ánh sự đa dạng về ngôn ngữ và văn hóa sôi động của cộng đồng, Phòng Ngôn ngữ Thế giới của Thư viện Miễn phí Turner có sách bằng tiếng Trung, tiếng Pháp, tiếng Haiti Creole, tiếng Tây Ban Nha và tiếng Việt, cùng với các ngôn ngữ khác. Phòng Ngôn ngữ Thế giới cũng có “Góc Tiếng Anh dành cho Người nói các Ngôn ngữ Khác (ESoL) và Góc Công dân”, nơi cung cấp sách, DVD và sách nói cho người học tiếng Anh và bất kỳ ai quan tâm đến việc đăng ký quốc tịch Hoa Kỳ. Từ tác phẩm kinh điển đến tác phẩm bán chạy nhất, luôn có thứ gì đó dành cho mọi người đọc! Art in the Room The art in the World Languages Room reflects both Randolph's past and its present. Hanging in the room are portraits of several members of the Turner family, whose generous donation founded the Turner Free Library. In conversation with these historic paintings is the mural See Yourself in a Story (2024) by Randolph artist Jamaal Eversley. The mural incorporates reference photos taken at Library events and sent in by members of the Randolph community as well as depicting some of the historic paintings in the World Languages Room. The See Yourself in a Story mural - which was funded by the Cultural Council of Randolph, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency - celebrates diversity, inclusivity, history, and the power of storytelling to connect us all. Atizay la nan World Languages Room reflete tou de pase Randolph ak prezan li. Pann nan chanm nan gen pòtrè plizyè manm nan fanmi Turner, ki gen don jenere te fonde Bibliyotèk Turner. Nan konvèsasyon ak penti istorik sa yo se miral See Yourself in a Story (2024) pa atis Randolph Jamaal Eversley. Miral la enkòpore foto referans yo te pran nan evènman Bibliyotèk yo epi manm kominote Randolph yo voye yo epi li montre kèk nan penti istorik ki nan Sal World Languages. Mural See Yourself in a Story - ki te finanse pa Konsèy Kiltirèl Randolph, yon ajans lokal ki sipòte pa Konsèy Kiltirèl Massachusetts, yon ajans leta - selebre divèsite, enklizivite, istwa, ak pouvwa rakonte istwa pou konekte nou tout. El arte en la Sala de Idiomas del Mundo refleja tanto el pasado como el presente de Randolph. En la sala cuelgan retratos de varios miembros de la familia Turner, cuya generosa donación fundó la Biblioteca Turner. En conversación con estas pinturas históricas está el mural Mírate en una historia (2024) del artista de Randolph Jamaal Eversley. El mural incorpora fotografías de referencia tomadas en eventos de la Biblioteca y enviadas por miembros de la comunidad de Randolph, además de representar algunas de las pinturas históricas en la Sala de Idiomas del Mundo. El mural Mírate en una historia, financiado por el Consejo Cultural de Randolph, una agencia local que cuenta con el apoyo del Consejo Cultural de Massachusetts, una agencia estatal, celebra la diversidad, la inclusión, la historia y el poder de la narración para conectarnos a todos. Nghệ thuật trong Phòng Ngôn ngữ Thế giới phản ánh cả quá khứ và hiện tại của Randolph. Treo trong phòng là những bức chân dung của một số thành viên trong gia đình Turner, những người đã quyên góp hào phóng để thành lập Thư viện Turner. Đối thoại với những bức tranh lịch sử này là bức tranh tường Hãy nhìn thấy chính mình trong một câu chuyện (2024) của nghệ sĩ Randolph Jamaal Eversley. Bức tranh tường kết hợp các bức ảnh tham khảo được chụp tại các sự kiện của Thư viện và được các thành viên của cộng đồng Randolph gửi đến cũng như mô tả một số bức tranh lịch sử trong Phòng Ngôn ngữ Thế giới. Bức tranh tường Hãy nhìn thấy chính mình trong một câu chuyện - được tài trợ bởi Hội đồng văn hóa Randolph, một cơ quan địa phương được Hội đồng văn hóa Massachusetts, một cơ quan tiểu bang hỗ trợ - tôn vinh sự đa dạng, tính hòa nhập, lịch sử và sức mạnh của việc kể chuyện để kết nối tất cả chúng ta . All translations are completed by dedicated library volunteers and language experts, if you would like to volunteer your translation services to the library please contact the director at admin@randolph.ocln.org .

Accessibility Statement The Turner Free Library includes accessibility features on its website as part of its mission "to serve the informational, educational, cultural, and recreational needs of all the members of the diverse Randolph community." Over 60% of adults in the US have a disability of some kind, many of which can make websites like the Turner Free Library's difficult to use. This in turn limits their access to library services and resources. In order to make the Library's website as inclusive as possible, it includes the Recite Me web accessibility and language toolbar. The Turner Free Library is also a KultureCity Certified Sensory Inclusive Venue , with TFL staff completing yearly training on providing sensory inclusive services. The Library offers Sensory Bags at both TFL Help Desks, which contain headphones and sensory fidgets available for anyone to use while at the TFL. Measures to support accessibility To ensure the accessibility of its website, the Turner Free Library takes the following measures: Include accessibility as part of the Library's mission statement Provide continual accessibility training for Library staff Add the Recite Me web accessibility and language toolbar to the Library's website Recite Me Web Accessibility and Language Toolbar The Recite Me toolbar allows visitor's to the Turner Free Library's website to access the library services and resources they're looking for. The comprehensive Recite Me toolbar works across all devices and offers a unique range of functions ensuring that our work is accessible to all. You can use it to: Read website text aloud (including PDFs) Download the text as an MP3 file to play it where and when it suits you Change font sizes and colors Customize background-color Translate text into more than 100 different languages Access a fully integrated dictionary and thesaurus How to Access the Recite Me Toolbar The Recite Me toolbar allows visitor's to the Turner Free Library's website to access the library services and resources they're looking for. The compreh Web Content Accessibility Conformance Status The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) defines requirements for designers and developers to improve accessibility for people with disabilities. It defines three levels of conformance: Level A, Level AA, and Level AAA. The Turner Free Library's website is partially conformant with WCAG 2.1 level AA. Partially conformant means that some parts of the content do not fully conform to the accessibility standard.

Dial-A-Story Library Director Sharon Parrington Wright 781-961-0932 ext. 5 spwright@ocln.org Head of Children's Services Samantha Boucher 781-961-0932 ext. 6 sboucher@randolph.ocln.org Young Adult Engagement Manager Joanne E. Batson 781-961-0932 ext. 7 jbatson@randolph.ocln.org Outreach Manager Avian Deane 781-961-0932 ext. 8 adeane@randolph.ocln.org Circulation Manager May Seeto 781-961-0932 mseeto@randolph.ocl n.org Turner Free Library Archives library@randolph.ocln.org Director of Community Programs Joseph Pitti 781-961-0930 jpitti@randolph-ma.gov

The Studio offers free access to state of the art music, video, and design software as well as instruments and learning resources. Dial-A-Story Turner gratis estidyo a se yon estidyo medya dijital ouvè a tout rezidan Randolph. Objektif li se kiltive yon apwòch kominote ki santre sou kreyasyon dijital, bay yon espas pou edikasyon teknoloji avanse, ak ankouraje kolaborasyon ant kantite abondan nan atis ak jèn adilt nan Randolph. Studio a ofri aksè gratis nan eta de mizik atizay la, videyo, ak lojisyèl konsepsyon kòm byen ke enstriman mizik ak resous aprantisaj. Studio Itilize Règleman Ekipman Lojisyèl / Leson patikilye Resous Kreyasyon gratis Liv gratis Studio Tan

Dial-A-Story Printing Register to print Public computers WiFi Printing Please note that the library is only able to accept cash for printing. The charge for printing is $0.15/page in black and white and $0.50/page in color. Printing from Library Computers Send your document to the printer using the printing option in your program or by using the keyboard shortcut “crtl + p." By default, the destination will be "save as PDF." Click the destination menu and select "see more." A Papercut printing window will open, prompting you to log in. Your printing account is set up under your library card number and the password "OCLN" by default. If you do not have a library card or are unsure what your printing account user name is, please see library staff for a guest printing account or register your own online . Select the black and white or color printer as needed and click the "print" button. Go to the print release station near the library's help desk and log in with your library card, username, or guest pass number. Deposit change or bills into the coin-op machine. Select individual documents to print, or click the “print all documents” button. Click “log out” once you are finished. If you have change, you can choose to have it returned to you or saved to your printing account. Printing from Your Own Devices Your printing account is set up under your library card number and the password "OCLN" by default. If you do not have a library card or are unsure what your printing account user name is, please see library staff for a guest printing account or register your own online . Go online to bit.ly/tflprinter and follow the instructions for your device type. Send your document to the printer, selecting the black and white or color printer as needed. Double-check the print preview on your device. Library staff cannot offer refunds. When prompted, log in. There is no confirmation screen; instead go to the print release station and log in with your account information. Deposit change or bills into the coin-op machine. Select individual documents to print or click the “print all documents” button. Click “logout” once you are finished. If you have change, you can choose to have it returned to you or saved to your printing account. Creating a Printing Account Connect your device to the “Turner Guest” Wi-Fi network. Go online to bit.ly/register2print Register using your library card number (recommended) or creating a unique username. Please save your username and password for printing. Computers Library computers are available for use based on the terms and conditions detailed in the Internet Safety and Computer Use Policy . These conditions include, but are not limited to: A library card is not required to use a computer. All computers are available on a first come, first served basis. Users are responsible for ensuring that their work is saved prior to logging off the computers, such as on a USB or via cloud storage. To protect users’ privacy, library computers erase all browsing history, files, etc; library staff are not responsible for lost content and cannot recover this information. Printing/copying is available at a cost of $0.15/page in black and white and $0.50/page in color. Headphones must be used to listen to audio content. All computers will automatically shut down 30 minutes before the Turner Free Library's closing time. Available Apps LibreOffice - Free Microsoft Office alternative SimplePDF - Free PDF editor to add text and signatures JS Paint App - Draw on a blank canvas or upload photos to edit If you need more productivity tools, you can create a free Microsoft account online at Office.com to access the online versions of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint or create a free Google account to use Google's alternative productivity apps. Downloads Files that are locally downloaded will save to the computer's Downloads folder or can be saved directly to an external storage device. All downloaded files are erased at the end of the computer session. Logging Out/Inactivity To log out, users should click the red “Exit Session” button in the bottom taskbar. This will end the computer session and wipe all local user and browsing data. The inactivity timer will automatically log users out after 10 minutes of inactivity. A warning dialog box will appear after 9 minutes of inactivity. WiFi Free wireless internet access is available throughout the Turner Free Library. Go to your device’s WiFi settings, and click Turner Guest. Please see the Internet Safety & Computer Use Policy for complete details about privacy and security.

Welcome to TFL Kids! From babies to tweens, the Turner Free Library offers a variety of materials, resources, and programs for kids! Upcoming Kids' Programs Britannica School Find information for homework and school projects by reading level, grade and age. Also includes a Lesson Plan Builder for teachers with nonfiction content aligned to the Common Core and State Standards. Hoopla TV shows, music, movies and more all free with your library card PebbleGo An award-winning PreK–3rd-grade database for reading and research. Databases are simple to navigate and offer key reading supports such as read-along audio and word-by-word highlighting. Community & Crisis Help Food, fuel, housing assistance and much more, this list includes a wide range of local organizations ready to offer help! Kanopy Like Netflix for libraries! Thousands of free movies and tv shows TFL Kids From babies to tweens, the Turner Free Library offers a variety of materials, resources, and programs for kids! Discounted Museum Passes Save on admission costs to great local museums and other organizations! Libby Free digital books, audiobooks, and magazines TFL's Monthly Newsletter View the latest edition of our monthly newsletter, the Turner Talk, for the latest information about library programs and services. HelpNow Need homework help? Get live online tutoring for free here! New Release Newsletters Want to stay up-to-date on all new releases? Subscribe to our book newsletters! Select any and all genres you're interested in to receive monthly updates on what's new and novel. What to Read Next Looking for inspiration? TFL librarians have some suggestions!

Upcoming Teen Programs Scholarship America Browse scholarships by availability and location! MEFA College Affordability-make a plan and save for college! Finaid Finaid’s custom calculators can help you figure out how much school will cost, how much you need to save and how much aid you’ll need. Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc The CBC seeks to advance the global Black community by developing leaders, informing policy, and educating the public. FAFSA Use the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form to apply for financial aid for college or graduate school. CollegeNavigator Find institutional data on programs offered, retention and graduation rates, prices, aid available, degrees awarded, campus safety, student loan defaults and accreditation from thousands of US universities and colleges. National Society of High School Scholars Foundation NSHSS Foundation scholarships have been created to help reduce financial barriers for high school students as they prepare for upcoming careers in STEM majors (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), business, economics, public policy, and environmental science and sustainability. The Foundation seeks to engage these future leaders in order to help fuel the global economy, stimulate innovation and creativity, and yield a strong ethical foundation for decision-making. We seek to support higher education to enable our future leaders to achieve their dreams. Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans The Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans program honors the contributions of immigrants and children of immigrants to the United States. Each Fellow receives up to $90,000 in financial support over two years, and they join a lifelong community of New American Fellows. UNCF They award scholarships and provide financial support to 37 HBCUs. VolunteerMatch Find your match for volunteer opportunities! VolunteerMatch matches inspired people with inspiring causes. HelpNow Need homework help? Get live online tutoring for free here! Mango Languages Start the conversation in your choice of over 70 world languages and dialects. Universal Class What could be better than a free online class? What about more than 500! From accounting to web development, find free classes on every subject. Massachusetts Driver's Manual Ace your learner's permit exam by studying the Massachusetts Driver's Manual. JobNow Looking for a job? Get free resume review and career coaching support online here. Jobs For Teens HQ Getting a job is tough, but getting a job when you have little or no experience makes it even tougher. This website can help! Work Papers Application The Massachusetts employment permit application for 14-17 year olds. MassHire Greater Brockton YouthWorks Career support, classes, and more! Turner Free Library's Teen Department offers an inclusive & welcoming space for grades 7-12. We provide materials, resources, programs, and services to help teens develop their interests and skills and help them prepare for the future. Looking for info or have questions/suggestions? Contact our Young Adult Engagement Manager, Miss Jo at 781-961-0932 ext. 7 or send her an e-mail at jbatson@randolph.ocln.org Dial-A-Story Resources for Teens