My Side of the Mountain, the award-winning book by Jean Craighead George, has enthralled generations of readers with the adventures and survival story of Sam Gribley and his peregrine falcon, Frightful. Learn more about falcons and falconry on October 22.
October 28th is Vote Early Day, a nonpartisan movement of businesses, nonprofits, election administrators, and creatives working to ensure all Americans know their options. Voting early can help avoid long polling place lines and last-minute disruptions to your plan to vote.
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November is National Novel Writing Month. Otherwise known as NaNoWriMo, it is a fun, seat-of-your-pants approach to creative writing that began in 1999 as a daunting but straightforward challenge: to write 50,000 words of a novel during the thirty days of November. Plan to start it off with a workshop with Joni B. Cole.
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The book sale in the foyer has been busy this foliage season! If you are clearing your collection of current books--fiction and non-fiction, for adults and children--in good condition, please consider donating them to the library. Some donations will be added to the collection. Most will be sold to raise money for programs, add new books to the collection, and fund the overall upkeep of the library.
Details about our ongoing programs are below and on the events calendar. Hope to see you soon.
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Saturday, October 22, 10:30 am, NWPL Side Garden
Zooey Zullo will introduce us to raptors from New England Falconry and talk about the fascinating role these majestic birds have played in history. Falconry, the ancient sport of kings, has been practiced for over 4,000 years. Falcons, hawks, eagles, and owls have featured in many a tale and we’ll learn the facts behind the stories.
Bring the family and a blanket or chairs to sit on the lawn. The event will be held on the Mezzanine if the weather is inclement. (MORE INFO)
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Saturday, October 29, 10:30 am, NWPL Side Garden
Time to get creative: scary faces, goofy faces, you can even carve a scene if you prefer.
Join us for a morning of pumpkin carving in the side garden at the library. You bring a pumpkin; we’ll provide the tables and the tools – and some yummy treats. (MORE INFO)
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Tuesday, November 1, 6:00 pm
Join author and writing teacher Joni B. Cole as she shares insights from her new release, Good Naked: How to Write More, Write Better, and Be Happier—a great way to launch NaNoWriMo*.
Cole will lead participants in a fun, instructive workshop that invites you to write from a “prompt” and see what happens on the page. Bring your notebook or laptop and expect to leave with lots of tips on craft, and how to enjoy a positive and productive creative process. Come one, come all, and leave all self-doubts at the door!
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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 Oct 18
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 Oct 26
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 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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*date change
Chat about whatever books you are reading with the What's on Your Nightstand group on Tuesday, November 8 at 10:30 am, in person at the library.
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September 1 - October 31, 2022
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There is still time to catch this exhibit by Woodstock artist, Robert Burchess.
Burchess studied anatomy/drawing in New York at the Art Students League, National Academy School of Art & Design, and School of Visual Arts. He has exhibited in galleries across the country.
“Burchess’ figurative drawings combine both the fine artistry of a proficient master with the surreal quality unearthed in pursuit of the subconscious mind.” -- Beth Miller, Gallery Director, Chaffee Art Center, Rutland (MORE INFO)
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November 2 - December 30, 2022
Reception/Artist Talk, Saturday, November 5, 1:30-3:30 pm
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…we loan free (or reduced fee) admission passes to museums, parks, and science centers?
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American Precision Museum in Windsor
Billings Farm and Museum in Woodstock
Brattleboro Museum & Art Center in Brattleboro
Echo Science Center and Aquarium in Burlington
Fairbanks Museum & Planetarium in St. Johnsbury
Shelburne Farms in Shelburne
Vermont Historic Sites around the state
Vermont Historical Society Museum in Montpelier and Leahy Library in Barre
Vermont Institute of Natural Science in Quechee
Vermont State Parks around the state
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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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