News You Can Use
from your library
11/17/2020
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Dear NWPL Patrons, Given the Governor’s announcement of renewed restrictions and the sharp increase in cases in Vermont, we have decided to return to Curbside only service starting Monday, November 16. We feel that meets the Governor’s guidance and will allow patrons to access most library services safely. Our curbside hours will be every weekday, Monday – Friday, noon to 6 PM.
Feel free to call us and talk with one of our friendly and knowledgeable staff members who can help select some great books, movies etc. for you, or help you access our many digital services. Virtual programs will continue!
We hope these steps help keep our community and staff as safe as possible and that it contributes to slowing the curve. Please take care of yourselves and be safe in all your decisions!
Norman Williams Public Library
802-457-2295
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Board of Trustees Meeting
via Zoom
Tuesday, November 24 @5:15 pm
Our meetings are open to the public. Contact Ron Miller for access: ronmillervt@gmail.com (Contact Ron anytime if you have questions, suggestions, or other communications about your community library.) |
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Bookstock and NWPL Present
Dr. François S. Clemmons | Thursday, Nov 19 @ 7:00 pm via Zoom
The intimate debut memoir, "Officer Clemmons," by the man known to the world as Officer Clemmons on Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, made history as the first African American actor to have a recurring role on a children’s TV program.
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Author, playwright, and professor Francois Clemmons is also a Grammy award-winning opera singer who has performed for audiences around the world. He will discuss his evocative memoir, "Officer Clemmons," sharing stories of his incredible life and gracing us with song! Please join us for what will be a delightful and substantive event between Francois and his virtual audience. Visit Bookstock's website to find all the 2020 author events. Email Bookstock if you have questions.
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Zentangle Workshops
December 1 and December 15
10 am - 12 Noon
Free, via Zoom
Art Kits with materials will be provided in advance.
Take your Doodles to the next level while getting in touch with your Zen. Zentangle is great for everyone, child (12+) and adult, no matter how good you are at drawing.
Woodstock artist Jen Dembinski will lead two consecutive workshops. "We will be using 3.5-inch-square art paper and micron pens and pencils to create several different repetitive patterns or "tangles." Nothing is planned and there are no mistakes; the only requirement is to bring an intention of gratitude and appreciation of our drawing practice." - Jen Dembinski
Image: a six-piece Zentangle "Gratitude" by Jennifer Dembinski.
Mixed media: each 4.5” diameter / 9” Circle
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NEW: GREAT COOKS EPISODE! |
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GREAT COOKS OF WOODSTOCK
Jim Reiman
TWO HEARTY ITALIAN CLASSICS
QUICK AND EASY DINNER FOR TWO:
Cacio E Pepe and
Risotto with Mushrooms
Watch Chef Reiman in his home kitchen, from the comfort of our YouTube Channel. |
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What's On Your Nightstand
For November's WOYNS, everyone had multiple recommendations. Take a look, then search NWPL's online catalog where you can place holds and order books, audiobooks, and DVDs to pick up.
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Universe of Two by Stephen Kiernan
- reviewed by Janis Murcic
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Universe of Two, a new novel by Vermont writer Stephen Kiernan, describes the professional thrill of discovery, individual dedication, and projected ethical concerns of scientists gathered to work 24/7 but in secret from each other on the Manhattan Project in Los Alamos, New Mexico, during the World War II years of 1943 to 1945. The novel is a well-written, very enjoyable and informative read about an era fraught with tensions and challenges. Click here to read the full review.
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Land Line
a curated list
from the shelves of NWPL
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A case of wanderlust prompted one librarian's recent trip through the library's stacks, resulting in a not-so-random assortment of books from cocktails to gardens to terror. While you're reading, make the connections for yourself. Click here.
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For Children & Young Adults |
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CRAFT BAGS FOR KIDS
Ages 5-8, Free, Monthly!
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November's Free Book & Craft Kits are ready for pick up!
Monday-Fridays, 12 noon - 6 pm
in the library foyer (just inside the front door), until supplies run out.
Adrienne McFarland, NWPL's wizard of crafts for kids, creates craft bags every month with a seasonal theme. Each bag contains a picture of a craft and the materials to assemble it. AND each bag will also contain a free book!
Geared for kids ages 5-8.
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Vermont Book Award Nominees 2020-21
Book nominations equal recommendations of books for children of all ages, K-12. With recommendations of readers' favorites and those honoring excellence, these lists include more than a few that you'll love to read. (Go ahead, share them with your parents.)
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Mezzanine Gallery
a series of virtual art exhibits
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Work from 14 area artists created during the pandemic,
based on the theme, "Keeping Sane, Seeking Serenity Through the Creation of Art." To see the entire gallery, click here. |
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"Old Stone Wall"
by Jen Danly
Fabric, machine stitched
11” x 9”
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"North Road, Newbury, VT"
by Mark B. Perkins
Acrylic on Canvas, 24″ x 30″
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"Distress"
by Sonja Olson
Oil pastel, 24" x 48"
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Book Donations on Hold!
We regret that we are unable to accept book donations at this time.
Thank you for your patience.
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COVID-19 Update & Resources |
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The VT Department of Health
COVID-19 Data Dashboard
The Vermont DOH now has COVID-19 data available by county and by town. Choose the tab for “County-level Case Info” to find a graph of new and cumulative cases by county, plus breakdowns by age and gender. Look for more information on the Dashboard of Activity in VT plus a Weekly Summary of Vermont COVID-19 data.
Improvements to the page have been made as of November 17, 2020 - see Dashboard Improvements on the DOH website.
Useful & Important Sites Re: COVID-19
Weekly Summary of Vermont COVID-19 Data
The Vermont Department of Health’s COVID-19 pages are updated daily.
What You Need to Know Now:
schools & colleges, contact tracing, testing, prevention and more.
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Showtime at Sunset
photos: Meg Brazill
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Questions? Please call us at 802.457.2295 or
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