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Colin Wilkins

I am a Reference and Emerging Technologies Librarian at The Public Library of Brookline.
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A new look for Brookline Reads in 2013

As part of Climate Week 2013, The Public Library of Brookline is partnering with Climate Action Brookline to produce Brookline Reads.

Explore the National Geographic Archive

The Public Library of Brookline now offers online access to the National Geographic magazine archive from 1888-1994.

What does the library mean to you?

During National Library Week last month, we asked the community to respond to the question, "What does the library mean to you?" We received a number of powerful responses.

National Library Week at The Public Library of Brookline

National Library Week is a time to celebrate the contributions of our nation’s libraries and librarians and to promote library use.

Pinterest, Copyright and the Library

Pinterest is a hot new social networking site, but you need to use it carefully.

Wondering why Wikipedia isn't working today?

Wikipedia and other prominent websites are participating in a blackout on January 18 to protest the SOPA/PIPA online piracy legislation.

A new resource for the job seeker

We are excited to announce the availability of Career Cruising, a "career guidance and planning system" for use by Brookline library patrons.

What does the library of the future look like?

We want to know: what collections, services, programs, technology and spaces does your ideal library have?

Connect with the Library outside our walls

Brookline residents have access to a wealth of information available electronically through the library; all you need is a library card.

Kindle and your privacy

Kindle users should be aware of possible threats to their privacy inherent in the new library ebook lending service.