Boardwalk Branch

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Waitangi Day

New Zealand inspires me—but not for the reason you think. Sure, I’m struck by its natural beauty and adventurous spirit (hello, birthplace of bungee jumping), but more than that, I’m inspired by the New Zealand ability to get along.

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Oh, My Aching Nose!

Oh my gosh! I am struggling so much with my allergies. Are you? You know, those pesky allergies that usually go away during the winter after we’ve experienced a long, hard freeze. This winter we love the higher temperatures, but for allergy sufferers, our noses are either clogged or dripping.  I am at a total loss as to what to take and have been on one antibiotic after another only to find out that it’s just my allergies. Just my allergies! Just! For the sufferer, that’s a pain in the nose, head, and neck.

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Hugs and Kisses at Baby Time

Love is in the air, and it’s February. Wait a minute—where did January go? Can you believe it’s February? I can’t! February is the month to celebrate love! This month in Baby Time, we’ll be singing songs and reading books about hugs and kisses. I can hear it now to the tune of Wheels on the Bus, "Oh, I just love your hugs and kisses, hugs and kisses, hugs and kisses. Oh, I just love your hugs and kisses, come and give me some!"

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The Boardwalk Branch

The Boardwalk Branch

The Boardwalk Branch opened in1994. Located near I-29 and Barry Road, this branch is in one of the fastest growing parts of the metro area. Last year, 244,391 patrons visited the library.

The Boardwalk Branch Staff

The Boardwalk Branch Staff

Are you looking for an item? An answer? A suggestion? This group is here to help. If your branch staff doesn't know the answer to your question, they likely know where to help you look. All you have to do is ask.

Interior of the Boardwalk Branch.

What Will You Read?

If you can't find something here, check the catalog to see if another MCPL branch has it. If so, it'll be delivered to your branch in a couple of days. The Boardwalk Branch has a collection of over 116,000 items.

Kids at an outdoor event.

Events for Kids

There are many types of events at the library. You never know who you might meet or what you might learn! Check out the events list on this page to find a program for you.