Malden Public Library Enjoyed Coffee with City Council Members

City Council Offered Meet-and-Greet to Thank Municipal Workers, Celebrate 2025 Successes

The Malden Public Library’s staff recently enjoyed coffee with two city council members, Councilor Ari Taylor and Councilor Amanda Linehan. The council members brought coffee to the Library staff as a holiday treat to thank them for their hard work and commitment to the Malden community throughout the year. This was part of the council members’ bigger meet-and-greet efforts with Malden municipal offices, treating the staff at City Hall, the police station, and the fire station to celebratory coffees, as well.

“It was so lovely for the city council to express their gratitude and appreciation to Malden city workers with end-of-year coffee celebrations. The Library staff certainly appreciated this kind gesture, especially after a hectic month providing a variety of holiday-themed events for the community,” said Malden Public Library Director Dora St. Martin. “Malden is such a special place to live and work, with a supportive community that celebrates our collective successes. We were delighted to spend time with our esteemed city council members while sharing coffee and conversation.”

The Malden Public Library recently wrapped up a full calendar of holiday-themed events to celebrate the magic of the season with the local community. In addition to diverse programming, the Library offers free resources, items, and services for Malden residents, including computers, Wi-Fi, meeting spaces, job hunting support, English as a Second Language classes, Library of Things and much more. As a private, non-profit corporation, the Library was established with a trust fund from Elisha and Mary Diana Converse in 1885. The building’s maintenance, renovations, artwork and books are funded by the historic trust, with help from generous donations from individuals, families and private foundations. The Board of Trustees – nine Malden residents who volunteer their time – oversee the trust. Compared to other Massachusetts libraries, the Malden Public Library costs taxpayers less while providing the same essential services. The Library is located at 36 Salem Street in Malden.