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Storm Closing: Library Closing Early at 9:00pm on Sunday, Feb. 12th

By Lisa Curtin

Due to the inclement weather, the Bentley Library will close at 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 12th. For official updates about the status of classes, please check the Bentley University website or call the Bentley University Storm Emergency line at 781.891.2020.

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Storm Closing: Library Closed Thursday, Feb. 9th

By Lisa Curtin

Due to the snowstorm, Bentley University has closed campus and canceled all day and evening classes on Thursday, February 9th. The Bentley Library will remain closed during the snow emergency. Weather permitting, the library will reopen on Friday, February 10th at 7:30 a.m..

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Join the Transcribe-a-thon for Black History Month, Tues. 2/14, 12-4pm

By Jaimie Fritz
Volunteer to help bring history into the 21st century! Colored Conventions Project Transcribe-a-thon for Black History Month Tuesday, February 14, 2017 Drop-in hours 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. live stream from University of Delaware's event, 12:00 p.m. -2:00 p.m. ...

New Popular Reading, Movies, TV Shows & More!

By Lisa Curtin
Check out the new books, movies, TV shows, audiobooks and eBooks that were added to the library’s collection in January! Go to the New Books & DVDs page to browse the new book, DVD and audiobook arrivals by subject or format . ...

Improve Your Writing Skills With Help From the ESOL Center & Writing Center

By Lisa Curtin
The Writing Center and the ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) Center are now accepting appointments for the spring semester.  The tutors at both centers have the desire and expertise to help you improve your skills and to feel more confident. Don't wait until the last minute - start the semester off right by utilizing these valuable resources! Both centers are located on the lower level of the library. ...

Database Downtime Alert! ProQuest & RefWorks Offline at 10pm Sat. 1/28

By Lisa Curtin
All ProQuest databases, RefWorks and Ancestry Library will be offline for product upgrades from 10:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 28 until 7:00 a.m. Sunday, January 29 (EST). Please contact the Reference Desk at 781.891.2300 or refdesk@bentley.edu if you have questions or need assistance. ...

Database of the Month: IMDB.com

By Katie Leahy

Awards season is just around the corner when Hollywood bestows various honors related to film and television. Whether you are a cinephile or a casual viewer, the Internet Movie Database, or IMDb, can be a wonderful resource to help you navigate the ins and outs of the industry.

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You're Invited! Reception for Centennial Exhibit, Wed. 1/18 at 12:30pm

By Lisa Curtin

Please join us at the opening reception for the second Bentley centennial exhibit - The Bentley Campus: From Boston to Waltham - on Wednesday, January 18, at 12:30 p.m. Trustee emeritus and Centennial Committee chairman, George Fantini ‘64, will offer brief remarks.  Light refreshments will be served. We hope to see you there! 

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On Display: Best Books of 2016

By Lisa Curtin

Happy New Year! In keeping with tradition, we have spent the last couple of months combing through some of our favorite reviewer's year-end best books lists* to bring you our 8th annual Best Books display. Stop by the library's lobby to browse 2016's best fiction and nonfiction titles. With over 160 books to choose from, we are certain you will find something to capture your interest.

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Now Showing: 'The Bentley Campus: From Boston to Waltham'

By Jaimie Fritz

The Bentley Campus: From Boston to Waltham
Bentley University Centennial Exhibit
January 17 – March 5,  March 2, 2017 [Note new closing date]

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