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Saturday, Feb
. 10, 10:00 a.m.
The Garden of Wisdom:
Earth Tales from the Middle East
Join us at ArtisTree in Pomfret to celebrate the publication of a new book by Upper Valley author Michael J. Caduto--
The Garden of Wisdom: Earth Tales from the Middle East--hosted by ArtisTree Community Arts Center and NWPL.
During this free family program Michael will present storytelling, music (sing-along) and a brief visual feast of photos showing the animals, plants and landscapes of the Middle East. More than 10 years in the making, this book grew from a peaceful collaboration of some 20 organizations and 50 individuals from Egypt, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon and Palestine--all working in partnership to create this unique children's book of indigenous nature stories that focus on animals, plants, friendship, Earth stewardship and wisdom.
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Monday, Feb
. 12, 10:30 a.m.
Baby & Toddler Story Time welcomes Marybeth Lang The Singing Rooster
The Singing Rooster is coming to Woodstock, Vermont! A rhyming book suitable for young children and early readers, this beautifully illustrated book teaches in a very fun way how a Rooster is important to the farm.
Marybeth Lang is an author, singer/songwriter, and pediatric nurse. /
Baby & Toddler Story Time features short stories, interspersed with songs and finger plays and runs for about 20 minutes. It is geared for children ages 0-3 years. (more)
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Tuesday, Feb
. 13, 6:30 p.m.
Solo Canoe Trip Down the Connecticut
Join Jean Gerber for a slide presentation of her two week solo canoe trip down the Connecticut River from Thetford, Vermont, to Old Saybrook, Connecticut. Included will be preparation, gear, portaging logistics, and camping.
The beauty of the river and ease of travel make it a delightful trip. If you ever thought about paddling part or all of the river this presentation might help to encourage you.
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Wednesday, Feb. 14, 10:30 - 1:15
I. T. Help at NWPL
NWPL Director of Technology Meg Brazill offers one-on-one free tech help to people desiring assistance with their laptops, tablets and mobile devices. Sign up for a 45-minute time slot on Wednesdays at NWPL by calling 457-2295 or emailing Tech at NormanWilliams dot org.
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Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2:00 - 4:00 &
Saturday, Feb. 17, 10:30 - 1:00
Ukrainian Egg Decorating
Yes, you CAN make eggs like these! Come and learn how. Drop in on Wednesday afternoons and/or Saturday mornings.
We will have plenty of white chicken eggs on hand, and all the supplies.
Contact Danelle at the library for more information.
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February 15 - March 31
Still Life:
Photography of Emmy Walden Fox
Emmy Walden Fox has loved photography since she saw her first print magically appear in the darkroom. She spent 10 years at an art and nature center in Massachusetts, coordinating photography workshops plus photographing events and classes.
Her children are her greatest inspiration with their purity, silliness and take on things. Emmy hopes that her images evoke emotion and a dreamlike timeless feel to them.
Exhibit runs February 15 - March 31.
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Friday, Feb. 16 - All Day
Children's Room closed for Carpet Cleaning.
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Monday, Feb. 26, 5:15 p.m.
NWPL Board of Trustees Meeting
The NWPL Board of Trustees meets on the third Monday of each month at 5:15 p.m.
(The Library is closed on Presidents Day, so meeting is being held Monday, Feb 26 instead.) Members of the public are invited and encouraged to attend these open public meetings. A time for public comments is included in each meeting.
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New Library Display
Blind Date with a Book
Take a chance on an unknown. Who knows? You may find the book of your dreams!
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New in Fiction
Beautiful Days: Stories
by Joyce Carol Oates
This new collection of stories by American master Joyce Carol Oates explores the most secret, intimate, and unacknowledged interior lives of characters who assert their independence in acts of bold and irrevocable defiance. The author exhibits her fascination with the social, psychological and moral boundaries that govern behavior, until the hour when they do not.
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New in Non-fiction
Collected Poems /
Galway Kinnell
The definitive collection of poems from Pulitzer Prize winner, MacArthur Fellow, and National Book Award winner Galway Kinnell. "It's the poet's job to figure out what's happening within oneself, to figure out the connection between the self and the world, and to get it down in words that have a certain shape, that have a chance of lasting." --Galway Kinnell.
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Come talk about what you're reading with other literature enthusiasts! Open to all, this group meets the second Tuesday of every month at NWPL in the History Room.
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*Rescheduled because of ice in January.
Howards End was first published in 1910. Accounted by many to be Forster's best book, Howards End concerns social conventions and relationships in turn-of-the-century England. Emma Thompson won an Academy Award for best actor in the 1992 Merchant-Ivory movie adaptation.
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Tuesday, March 6, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Recite! Poetry
Recite! meets the first Tuesday of each month (except when the library is closed on the first Tuesday). Professional poets, amateurs, and first-timers all join in, as well as those who would like to just come and listen. Join us in celebrating the spoken word in all its diversity! Bring along original and/or favorite works. To sign up to be a presenter, or for more information, stop by the library or email [email protected].
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Friday, Mar 9, 1:30 p.m.
2nd Friday Book Group:
The Good People
by Hannah Kent
Join Amanda and the Second Friday Book Group to discuss
The Good People, by Hannah Kent. Short-listed for the Walter Scott Prize for Historical Fiction, and set in a lost world bound by its own laws,
The Good People is Hannah Kent's startling new novel about absolute belief and devoted love. Terrifying, thrilling and moving in equal measure, this follow-up to
Burial Rites shows an author at the height of her powers.
NWPL has copies here and through interlibrary loan. At Yankee Bookshop, get one at 15% off if you mention our book group.
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rescheduled from Feb 9)
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Mondays, 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Baby & Toddler Story Time
This story time features short stories, interspersed with songs and finger plays and runs for about 20 minutes. It is geared for children ages birth to three years.
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Tuesdays, 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.
Pre-school Storytime
This session features three thematically-related stories and a tie-in craft or activity. This session runs for about 45 minutes. Geared for children ages 3-5 years.
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Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. - Noon
Story & Yoga Time with Angel
Join The North Chapel Spiritual Exploration for Children and Families Committee in a WEEKLY series "Story & Yoga Time with Angel Rubino" at the NWPL. This is a free weekly series that will include a story, yoga, movement, meditation and more!
Appropriate for ages 2-6 with caregiver/family.
We look forward to seeing you there. (more)
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Wednesdays, 3:15 p.m.
After-School Movie
A different movie will be shown in the Abbott Room each Wednesday afternoon at 3:15. Movies will be rated either G or PG.
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Friday, March 9 at 3:30
* * * Feb. 9 cancelled * * *
Breastfeeding Support Group
Are you breastfeeding? Pregnant and plan to breastfeed? Meet monthly to discuss any breastfeeding related issues you may have or to just share/swap stories with other breastfeeding moms.
The group is led by an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who can help you through any stage of your breastfeeding journey (pregnancy through weaning).
Cost is totally free and older kids are welcome. Meetings are held in the Children's section of the library.
For any questions, contact Ariel Brewer Louis, IBCLC at 281-731-7313 or woodstocklactation.com.
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Weekly Cribbage Game
Our cribbage master has flown South for a time. Cribbage will resume in a month or so.
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Thursdays, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Thursday Afternoon Knitting Group
Knitters are invited to meet on the Mezzanine of NWPL every Thursday afternoon. All knitters are welcome - from beginners to experts. We will knit together, learn together and provide each other assistance when needed. Plan to bring your current project, knitting questions or problems, or a pattern to share.
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Thursdays at 3:30
Play Bridge at NWPL!
The Friends of the NWPL invites bridge players to join us on Thursdays at 3:30 PM at the library. Please contact Peggy Fraser at [email protected] if you are interested!
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Saturdays, 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Qigong with Gerry Sandweiss
In Qigong, your awareness is awakened in the first lesson and benefits accrue immediately. When practiced, Qigong helps to reawaken our sense of joy. No equipment needed except one's body.
Gerry Sandweiss has been a student and practitioner Qigong for fifteen years. Classes will be held Saturday mornings at 8:30. Classes held on the NWPL mezzanine - enter through back door of library. Please wear loose clothing and bring a mat and notebook. These classes are suitable for everyone, regardless of age or ability.
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Saturday, Feb. 17, 10:30 - 12:30
Love Your Library
Come share the love as we celebrate our wonderful library as the heart of the Woodstock community!
Enjoy refreshments & docent tours.
Free library cards for non-Woodstock residents.
Sponsored by Friends of NWPL.
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Mondays, 2/26 - 3/19, 11:00 - 4:00
Beginner Art Classes on Mezz
The Friends of the NWPL are teaming up with renowned local artist and art instructor, Carolyn Egeli, to offer beginner art classes.
Carolyn teaches the principles of art, including values, color theory, and composition, using traditional art materials. Beginners and intermediate students are invited to develop artistic skills at your own level. Under Carolyn's expert guidance, and the support of your fellow pupils, you will experience the transformative power of art.
On-site lunch break and instructional breaks and time for sharing.
Pre-registration for the four-part course is required.
$320.00 fee.
Register early - limited to 10 pupils.
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If you wish to see one of our events after the fact, you might be able to find it online. Macy Lawrence films many of our events for WCTV8, uploads them, and adds them into the television schedule. Thank You, Macy!!! (more...)
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Library Hours
Monday 10-6
Tuesday 10-8 (evening hours!)
Wednesday 10-6
Thursday 10-6
Friday 10-6
Saturday 10-5
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The Norman Williams Public Library makes space available to a variety of organizations regardless of political or philosophical beliefs. Use of library space for these events does not imply endorsement or sponsorship by Norman Williams Public Library.
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