News You Can Use
from your library
10/02/2021
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Photo courtesy of Kent McFarland
Dear NWPL Patrons,
October has arrived but the usual foliage seems to be behind schedule. Rather than diving in to what that might mean, let's just enjoy this week's newsletter topped by one of Kent McFarland's truly beautiful fall landscapes. I'm just going to breathe that in.
There are lots of new things to read about at the library -- some coming right up this week, including Tuesday night chess! Break out your chess board and bring it to the library and bring a friend too.
Tomorrow (Sunday, October 3) just might be your last chance to test-ride an e-bike this year (or, at least at NWPL). A few slots are left if you want to be one of the ones to give it a spin. You never know who will be a new convert.
Archer Mayor is coming to read! (Albeit on Zoom but then more of us can be "there.") And Melanie Finn is going to teach a couple of writing workshops! Wow, wow, wow.
Happy October!
Meg Brazill
Director of Events & Communications
Norman Williams Public Library
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Book Recommendations:
What's on Your Nightstand
September's meeting of "What's on Your Nightstand," has a big new list of reads. Click the image for the full list. See other book reviews and previous lists from our Nightstand group here.
The Tuesday, October 12 meeting of WOYNS will be @ 10:15 am - 11:45 am. Email us for location and directions.
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MASKS ARE BACK AT THE LIBRARY
Visitors to the library are required to wear a mask. We will have some on hand in case you forget to bring your own.
Thank you for your understanding and for wearing a mask while visiting the library.
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This weekend! Sunday - a few seats available!
Local Motion Upper Valley E-bike Lending Library at NWPL!
Would an e-bike make your life easier? Find out for free! Local Motion’s Upper Valley E-bike Lending Library will be at the Norman Williams Public Library on Friday, October 1 through Sunday, October 3. Borrowers can check out an e-bike from the library for 1 hour. To reserve an e-bike click here.
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ARCHER MAYOR
VIRTUAL Reading & Talk
Wednesday, Oct 13 @4:30 pm
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Archer Mayor is the author of the highly acclaimed Vermont-based series featuring detective Joe Gunther, which the Chicago Tribune describes as “the best police procedurals being written in America.” He is a past winner of the New England Independent Booksellers Association Award for Best Fiction — the first time a writer of crime literature has been so honored. In 2011, Mayor’s 22nd Joe Gunther novel, TAG MAN, earned a place on The New York Times bestseller list for hardback fiction.
His newest book, " Marked Man," will be available in bookstores on Sept 28. Email us to sign up for this Zoom event. |
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OCTOBER 14 & 28 In-Person Writing Workshop
with Melanie Finn
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Author Melanie Finn presents a two-day workshop for writers at 11:30 am. Each workshop will be under two hours with a writing assignment for the week in-between. The workshop is planned to be in person. The writers workshop is open to all writers… Read full description....
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October is National Chess Month
Throughout October, join us for chess at the Library on Tuesday evenings from 5 to 7:30 pm as well as on Saturday, October 9 (National Chess Day)!
Play chess in the company of fellow enthusiasts where everyone is welcome: beginners and experts, seniors and youngsters (kids under 11 must be accompanied by an adult).
Bring a chess set and we will also have a few available for use. Coaching and beginner help is available. Everyone is required to wear a mask while playing or in the library.
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Qigong
Weekly (most) Fridays @8:30 am via Zoom
NEXT SESSION: OCT 22 (TBD)
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Gerry Sandweiss offers a Qigong class on Friday mornings, weekly. The class is currently held via Zoom. Email us at programs@normanwilliams.org to receive a link and reminder.
We are delighted to have Gerry sharing her knowledge with us. The practice of Qigong has been recommended to increase one’s blood circulation, oxygenation, flexibility, stability, balance, and overall sense of well-being. No matter your physical state of being, Qigong offers a pathway to enhance your quality of life.
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For Children & Young Adults |
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Tuesday, October 5 @ 5pm
Abbott Room, NWPL
Brownies! A new Brownie Scout Troop is forming and will be meeting at the Norman Williams Public Library. Their first meeting will be in the Abbott Room on Tuesday Oct 5 at 5 PM. More details will be provided as they are available.
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The mission of the Friends of the Norman Williams Public Library is to foster and encourage community support and participation that benefits the library in its role as a greater Woodstock area cultural, intellectual and educational center. The Friends is an organization that provides a social context to programs, activities and events and devotes itself to the enrichment of the library in every way it can. Click the image to find out more about becoming a Friend of NWPL. |
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COVID-19 Update & Resources |
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Coping with COVID:
Managing Re-entry Anxiety
The re-entry back into “normalcy” has been a surprising source of worry for many. According to the American Psychological Association, nearly 50% of Americans feel anxious about resuming in-person contact, regardless of vaccination status. Explore techniques to manage stress and engage in discussion and support as a group to share experiences and explore coping strategies. Every other Tuesday at 11:30am
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Vermont Department of Health
COVID-19
Anyone age 12 and older is eligible to be vaccinated,
regardless of residency.
You can now get your vaccine without an appointment!
NEW! Questions & Answers About the COVID Vaccine
Useful & Important Sites Re: COVID-19
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Another lovely rainbow over Woodstock photo from last week,
courtesy of Sonja Olson. Thanks for sharing!
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Questions? Please call us at 802.457.2295 or
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Norman Williams Public Library
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