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Sat, Aug 24, 2:00 p.m.
Sailing Toward My Father
This one-man play is about Herman Melville's life from youth to old age, concentrating on his evolution as a writer and his complex relations with God, his parents and siblings, his wife and children, and Nathanial Hawthorne.
Followed by a Q&A.
A Vermont Humanities Council Speakers Bureau event hosted by NWPL.
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Tues, Aug 27, 5:30 p.m.
During his long life, Black Elk lived out his vision in three overlapping roles: as a traditional healer, a Catholic teacher, and a revivalist of Indigenous traditions. Amid great tragedy, Black Elk wove these three strands into one beautiful life exemplifying survival, hope, and reconciliation.
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Saturday, Aug 31, 10:30 - Noon
The 5th Annual Puppies & Pooches on Parade will occur on Saturday, August 31 on the Woodstock Village Green. Early registration: $15 per dog. To register, please email [email protected] .
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Heating and Cooling Campaign
Donations now over $400,000
We thank all of our donors for generously supporting our library and this vital project. With the help of so many community members, we hope to reach our fundraising goal very shortly and to begin work on the project in the coming months.
NWPL receives about 35% of our operating revenue from the towns of Woodstock and Bridgewater. We count on your generosity to raise the funds for special projects like replacing our heating and cooling system as well as the majority of our annual operating funds. If you have not yet given, we hope that you will consider making a donation soon.
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New in Non-fiction
The Turn of the Key
by Ruth Ware
Ware cleverly blends superstitious dread with high-tech surveillance into a thriller that creeps up on you before you realize what's happening.
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New in Non-fiction
In The Country of Women
by Susan Straight
Writing to her three daughters so they'll never forget, Straight tells the stories of the six generations of immigrant and multiracial women in the family.
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Tuesday, Sept. 3, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Recite! Poetry
Recite! meets the first Tuesday of each month. 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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Tuesday, Oct. 8,
10:15 - 11:30 a.m.
What's On Your Nightstand:
The Not-A-Book-Club Book Club
This is NOT the usual book club. We chat about books you are reading, the books you've loved, and the books you've always wanted to read.
Along with great book recommendations, our discussions have ranged from the design and appeal of book jackets, the e-book revolution, which books we reread and why, modern writers, the craft of writing, and the elements of great writing.
We all come away energized and eager for more. Do drop in.
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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.
Preschool Story Time
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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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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Fridays, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Mah Jongg - Weekly
Hello Happy Mah Jongg Players - Join the Mah Jongg games on Fridays at 1:30 pm at NWPL.
Mah Jongg games happen at The Thompson Senior Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays. (Contact them directly for times and information.)
If you have any questions about Friday Mah Jongg, please contact Jean Howe (jjhowe1971 at yahoo.com).
See you all at the Mah Jongg table
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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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