November can be a time of slowing down and taking stock. The days are noticeably shorter, the "frost is on the punkin and the fodder's in the shock". But programs and events at NWPL are still hopping. To address the increase in seasonal illnesses, we encourage masks be worn in the library, especially for gatherings of any duration.
On November 2, the long-anticipated meeting of the Literary Pairs reading group will discuss "False Realities" as reflected in books by Patricia Highsmith and Henry James.
A new exhibit is gracing the walls of the Mezzanine Gallery. Meet Elizabeth Ricketson at the Artist Talk/Reception on Saturday, November 5.
Election Day is Tuesday, November 8. Vote! Vote! Vote! Vote if you have not already done so by absentee ballot. In order to be counted, all ballots must be returned to the town clerk’s office before the close of the office on the day before the election or to the polling place before 7 pm on the day of the election. If you have not mailed yours in yet, it might be best to drop it off...
This month, there are two holidays when NWPL is closed: Veterans Day, Friday, November 11 and Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 24.
We are pleased that our library is once again buzzing with activity. It is through your generous support that we can offer important programs and services to our community. NWPL is not a fully-funded municipal library; nearly two-thirds of our operating budget comes from fundraising - and it is that time of year again. Please keep an eye out for a letter with a report on the past year's activities and consider a gift to the library.
With appreciation and thanks...
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Exhibition runs November 2 - December 30, 2022
Working primarily in acrylic and oil, South Pomfret artist Elizabeth Ricketson marries abstract style with representational themes. Her portraits are "stories to discover."
Elizabeth Ricketson is a member of numerous associations including Artistree Community Art Center, AVA Gallery and Art Center, and Vermont Art Council. A graduate of Providence College with a BA in English, she studied figure drawing at the Rhode Island School of Design and teaches locally.
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Tuesday, November 29, 6:00 pm
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Puzzled about what to get the mystery reader on your list? Searching for your next book of intrigue? Mystery solved!
Join us for a special evening with mystery writers Sarah Stewart Taylor and Tessa Wegert. They will reveal their new releases, clue us in about what to read next, and offer great recommendations for mystery lovers. Historic gumshoe, British cozy, or contemporary thriller, there will be something for everyone.
Co-hosted by NWPL and Yankee Bookshop who will have copies of the featured books on hand to help you with your holiday shopping. (MORE INFO)
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NWPL hosts a variety of lively, ongoing book discussion groups. The hybrid format offers you the choice of attending in person and/or virtually via zoom.
Intrigued by the topic, the titles, or books in general? We invite you to join a session--or several! All groups are open and welcome new participants.
Click on the group name for more details...
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Discover reading possibilities and chat about the books you are enjoying with the What's on Your Nightstand group on Tuesday, November 8 at 10:30 am (hybrid format).
*date change
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Adult & Children's Programs
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We are pleased to offer programs in the library, online, and in a hybrid format: in person and via zoom. Please check each program for details.
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Weekly on Tuesdays
10:00 AM - in person
Calling needlework enthusiasts for an informal morning of sharing and encouragement! (MORE INFO)
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Birth - 20 months
Weekly on Tuesdays
10:30 AM - in person
Introduce your child early to the joys of reading! We'll feature short stories, songs, finger puppets, free play & more. (MORE INFO)
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Monthly on the 3rd Tuesday
4:30 PM - in person
Next meeting Nov 15
Learn about the persuasive arts of genuine discourse at the Debate Club, open to community members high-school age and older! (MORE INFO)
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Weekly on Tuesdays
5:00 - 7:00 PM - in person
Everyone is welcome to play: beginners and experts, seniors and youngsters (kids under 11 must be accompanied by an adult). (MORE INFO)
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Monthly on the 2nd Tuesday
5:30 PM - in person & via zoom
Next meeting Nov 8
Everyone is welcome to participate – bring a poem of your own or one from a favorite poet to read and share. Or simply join and listen. (MORE INFO)
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Monthly on last Wednesdays
2-4 PM - in person
Next meeting Nov 30
Take your Doodles to the next level while getting in touch with your Zen. Zentangle is great for everyone (12+) - even if you don't draw! (MORE INFO)
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20 months - 3 1/2 years
Weekly on Thursdays
10:30 AM - in person
Join us to read a few books on a theme of the week. Enjoy stories, socializing, and often a craft/project tied into the theme. (MORE INFO)
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Weekly on Thursdays
2:00-3:00 PM - in person
We knit together and provide each other assistance when needed. Bring your current project, knitting questions, or a pattern to share. Come when you can... (MORE INFO)
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Weekly on Thursdays
2:00-4:00 PM - in person
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Weekly on Fridays
8:30 AM - online via Zoom
Gerry Sandweiss shares her knowledge of Qigong - the art of conscious movement -offering a pathway to enhance your quality of life. (MORE INFO)
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Other Programs?
Do you have a suggestion for a class or workshop? Perhaps you have a skill or area of expertise to share with the community?
We're adding events and programs all the time!
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...NWPL has 2,738 cardholders? Residents of Woodstock and Bridgewater can apply for a free library card. If you live in other towns, you may obtain a card for a fee, calculated to match the taxpayers contribution.
...34,442 books were circulated last year? How many did you and your family read?
…our librarians answered 3,193 reference questions last year? We're here to help you find information!
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NWPL is pleased to offer a certified alternative for recycling batteries and small electronics: The Big Green Box!
Perfect for alkaline batteries from your remote control or wireless mouse, rechargeable laptop, and cell phone batteries. We also take portable or handheld electronics such as cell phones, tablets, calculators, T.V. remotes, and key fobs, etc. Bring them to the reference desk, bag them, and drop them in.
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Sometimes mobility issues and transportation challenges make it hard to get to the library to select books.
Enter the Bag Mobile! We will fill a special tote bag with your choice of books for a caregiver or friend to pick up. Need help with a selection? That’s what librarians are for! Give us title suggestions, authors you enjoy, or simply some guidance about your reading preferences.
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