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from your library
11/06/2021
Photo Credit Gerry Sandweiss
Dear NWPL Patrons, The time has come to talk of many things, but tonight it will be a reminder to turn your clocks back one hour, tuck yourself in early, and enjoy an extra hour of sleep. We've got some beautiful fall days to enjoy this coming week so we may as well be bright-eyed.

We've got a busy week at the library but you can always just hunker down with a good book at home. We have to say we are pretty excited to now offer a free entertainment / movie streaming service, Kanopy. It's free to all NWPL library card holders and you can view up to five per month! I had no trouble finding five titles in just a few minutes so I will have to parse out my enthusiasm more carefully.

If you missed our recent online events with author Archer Mayor and film prof and booster Rick Winston, we now have links to their events so you can watch at your leisure. Check all of that out by clicking on the images in the newsletter. And for all you parents and kids out there, Story Time is back! Let's enjoy it while we can!

I know November is dark, but its stunning contrast with the light makes it a wonderful coalescence of beauty and heartbreak. Take heart everyone!

Meg Brazill, Director of Events & Communications
Norman Williams Public Library

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2021

Turn Back the Hands of Time!
 It Is In Your Power!
Daylight Savings Time Ends Tonight for 2021. Set Your Clock Back One Hour.
Enjoy your extra hour of zzzz's.
NEW for YOU!
'We now have Kanopy Streaming Services (free to NWPL library card holders). Each month you can watch up to five full-length movies. There is an incredible selection of Noir Thrillers, Indie Cinema, Historical, Classic Cinema, World Cinema, Comedy, Romance, SciFi & Fantasy - and much more. Click the image to find out more and sign up online. Or give us a call for assistance.
Books, Books, Books!
'Tis the season of new releases.
Adult and Children's Books (Left & Right)
Check us out online or in person. We've got a LOT of new books.
EVENTS IN NOVEMBER
What's on Your Nightstand
Tuesday, November 9
@ 10:15 am - 11:45 am at the library. Email us if you have questions. Click the image for October's list of WOYNS book recommendations. See other book reviews and previous lists from our Nightstand group here.
Attention all knitters! Meet with other knitters IN PERSON on the library mezzanine Tuesday mornings, 10:15 am-12 noon. All knitters – beginners to experts – are welcome. We'll 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.
Recite!
an online Zoom gathering
of poets + those who love poetry
Tuesday, November 9 @7:00 pm
Everyone is welcome to participate - bring a poem of your own or one from a favorite poet to read and share. Or just come and listen.
New faces and new voices are always welcome. Please RSVP in advance to receive an online Zoom invitation. Email us!
LET'S PLAY CHESS EVERY TUESDAY!
On Tuesday evenings, join us from 5-7 pm to 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 or we also have a few available to use. Coaching and beginner help is available. Everyone is required to wear a mask while playing or in the library. And we have books & movies about chess!
MASKS 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.
In Case You Missed It!
NWPL's Author Talk with Archer Mayor is now available for viewing online.
Click on the "Marked Man" book cover to watch for free.
Ghosts and Supernatural Doings: Redux
If you missed Rick Winston's Ghosts and the Supernatural Night of Film, his talk and film clips are now on Vimeo. Click the image below to watch. For a a list of all the films discussed, click here.
Qigong: Weekly Fridays @8:30 am via Zoom
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. No matter your physical state of being, Qigong offers a pathway to enhance your quality of life. To read more about Qigong, click here.
MEZZANINE GALLERY: NOVEMBER & DECEMBER
For Children
STORY TIME is back!

Every week on Tuesdays and Thursdays,
"Baby" and "Toddler" story times
are here for you.

PLEASE email or call a day in advance
to let us know you plan to attend. It's a big help!
COVID-19 Update & Resources
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
Vermont Department of Health
COVID-19

Anyone age 12 and older is eligible to be vaccinated, 
You can now get your vaccine without an appointment!

NEW! Questions & Answers About the COVID Vaccine
Useful & Important Sites Re: COVID-19
Click here for reliable resources related to COVID-19 we've compiled on the NWPL website - information on health and safety, news updates, and more.
Still not quite done with goblins, ghouls, skeletons and things that go bump in the night? One last bit of visual fun with Brother Skelly who waves at all who pass - photo and setup courtesy of Robert Burchess. Thanks, BB!
Questions? Please call us at 802.457.2295 or
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