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Learn About Downloadable Books at Our OverDrive Clinics

By Kimberly Morin

Have you checked out our OverDrive collection recently?  We’ve been busy adding downloadable ebooks and audiobooks – including current bestsellers Go Set A Watchman by Harper Lee, The Widow by Fiona Barton, Smarter Faster Better by Charles Duhigg and perennial favorites by authors like J.R.R.

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Database of the Month: Business Insights: Essentials

By Kimberly Morin

Business Insights: Essentials provides in-depth information on U.S. and international businesses (both public and private) and industries. Included are company profiles, industry profiles, financial data, investment reports and articles from business periodicals. The strength of this database comes from its underlying sources.

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Readers and Writers: A Display of Books (& Films!) about Books

By Jaimie Fritz

On display at the Bentley Library from April 5th – May 16th is a collection of titles about reading and writing. If you have a love for literature, be sure to take a look! We’ve divided the display into a few categories so you can find a book or movie that suits your interests the most. See the attached PDF Category List for the full list of titles in each category – although some fit more than one!

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New Bestsellers, Books, DVDs & Audiobooks Added in March

By Lisa Curtin
More than 400 new books, DVDs, audiobooks and OverDrive digital books were added to the library's collection in March. Visit the New Books & DVDs page to browse all of the new titles. ...

We Are Here to Help! Visit, Call, Email, Text or IM a Librarian.

By Lisa Curtin

Reference librarians are available 7 days a week to answer your questions and provide research assistance. It's easy to connect with a librarian in person, on the phone, via email and by IM/chat!

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Art Gallery Exhibit: Welcome to the Crowd | Miranda Updike

By Lisa Curtin

Opening in the RSM Art Gallery on April 2nd, Welcome to the Crowd is an installation of paintings by artist Miranda Updike.  All are invited to attend an opening reception for the artist on Wednesday, April 6, from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Miranda Updike Welcome to the Crowd
April 2 – 29, 2016

Opening Reception
Wednesday, April 6, 2016 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

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What We're Reading and Watching

By Lisa Curtin

Inquiring minds want to know - what are library staff reading and watching?   I asked my colleagues to share what they have been reading and watching recently.  Here are a few of their responses.... 

Dominque, Reference Department

I have been reading My Brilliant Friend by Elena Ferrante. Very good! --Dom

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Database of the Month: Mediamark University Internet Reporter

By Stephen Tracey

Mediamark University Internet Reporter is a profiling system used to define targets in order to gain insights and better understand markets and/or the media used to reach those markets.  First time Mediamark users must register and create an account before they can us the database.  Users should contact the Bentley University Library at 781.891.2300 or refdesk@bentley.edu to receive a registration code to be entered when creating a Mediamark account.  Mediamark is available to current Bentley University students, faculty and staff.

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Easter Sunday Holiday Hours: Library Opens at 1:00pm

By Lisa Curtin

Easter Holiday Hours

Sunday, March 27, 2016 1:00 p.m.– 2:00 a.m.

The Deloitte Café will be open from 1:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. and the Help Desk will be open 1:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. For more information view the full online calendar.

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Spring Break Hours: Saturday, March 12 - Sunday, March 20

By Lisa Curtin

Wow, after yesterday's abnormally warm temperatures it definitely feels like it's time for Spring Break! Those of you not headed out of town might be wondering if the library is open during break. Yes, we are, with some modifications to our normal hours:

Saturday, March 12 & Sunday, March 13: CLOSED

Monday, March 14 - Thursday, March 17: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

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