News You Can Use
from your library
06/25/2021
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Image: The Shade Garden created by The Friends of NWPL
Dear NWPL Patrons,
We have a shady secret. Actually, it's not a secret at all but lots of people don't know about it. On the east side of the library there is a beautiful perennial shade garden which was established by the Friends of the NWPL and is maintained by them. It's a lovely little spot, full of every shade of green under the sun (and the shade). Rather than take my word for it, take a look yourself when you're next at the library or wandering through town.
We are looking forward to our first in-person art exhibit since early 2020, which will feature Gael and Rose Cantlin in a two-person, mother and daughter exhibit. It will be on view July 1 - August 31. In the meantime, enjoy some images from our current virtual group exhibit, "Fertile Ground." A huge thank you to everyone who has participated in and helped make these virtual exhibits a "reality."
Beginning July 6, following the holiday weekend, holds will be at the front desk rather than in the brown paper "curbside" bags. This will coincide with the return to our normal hours on July 6, 10am-6pm, till 8pm on Tuesday evenings, and 10am-4 pm on Saturdays. Should you require curbside pickup, please let us know and we'll be happy to arrange it. We hope to see you soon!
Meg Brazill
Director of Events & Communications
Norman Williams Public Library
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Time to Return Your Library Books
Our open hours are Mon-Fri 12:00-6:00 p.m. but you can put books
in the drop box in the front door any time.
As of June 1, we are again collecting fines for overdue library materials.
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QiGong with Gerry Sandweiss
New Class Beginning Soon. Date TBD.
a weekly group class via Zoom
on Fridays at 8:30 am.
Gerry will share her knowledge and practice with us again, online. No experience needed.
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Celia Ryker "Walking Home
Tuesday, August 17 @4:30 pm
Celia Ryker’s Walking Home: Trail Stories is about more than mud, sweat, and blisters while distance hiking the Long Trail. Reminiscent of Cheryl Strayed’s Wild, Ryker’s mind wanders as her legs carry her forward, beyond a woodland path, to places and people she thought she had forgotten. Her grandmother’s spirit appears on Mount Baker. A lost cousin waits for her at the bottom of every ladder. Her late father’s words reverberate among the calls of barred owls. There were days when she didn’t see another hiker, but she was never alone. Celia began writing about a difficult hike and ended up ... read more. |
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WHAT'S ON YOUR NIGHTSTAND?
Check out the reading list from this month's WOYNS readers.
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What's on Your Nightstand
Summer Schedule TBD
We chat about books you're currently reading, books you've loved, and the books you've always wanted to read.
For more information about this Not-a-Book-Club Book Club, click here.
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Book Jamming for Book Groups and Readers of All Stripes
Our special guests Lisa Christie (Book Jam), Kari Meutsch (Yankee Bookshop), and Liana Kish (High School English Teacher) discuss a wide-range of new and newish books that they chose specially for this event - and with book groups in mind. They cover different genres, themes, and notions of what makes a great book - and a great discussion.
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The final week of our virtual "Fertile Ground" exhibit.
Click on the exhibit poster for the full exhibit.
Our first in-person show since early 2020 will be in July with Gael and Rose Cantlin.
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Gisèle Mac Harg, "The Jewess (after Modigliani)," Hooked Rug, 15″ x 12″ |
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Bob Burchess, "Resurrection,"
Oil, 40″ x 34″
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Susan Kerns, "Peony Love,"
Oil painting, 30″ x 40″
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Susan Kerns, "Peony Fascination,"
Oil painting, 24″ x 36″
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For Children & Young Adults |
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Tails & Tales, the summer reading program at Norman Williams Public Library runs from June 21 to July 31. Kids of any age may sign up in person at the library and pick up a Tails & Tales tally sheet to record their summer reading using the stickers that come with it, as well as a bookmark and pencil. They can apply a sticker for each day they read, regardless of amount or duration. Once the child has accumulated 7 stickers, they can come into the library for a prize and a free book. And there are special events too!
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Read about all the current books nominated for Vermont's three book awards -- for every age range of reader.
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The winner of the 2021 Red Clover Book Award is "Crab Cake: Turning the Tide Together" by Andrea Tsurumi! You can also see a list of all the nominated books and authors for 2021 as well as the nominees for next year. Lots of GREAT reading inspiration. The Red Clover Book Award is designed for children in kindergarten through fourth grade.
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NEW TITLES FOR KIDS - JUNE 2021
Lots and lots of new titles for kids of all ages - new books arrive weekly!
Just click on the image to see these and more!
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COVID-19 Update & Resources |
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Vermont
Department of Health
COVID-19
Anyone age 12 and older is eligible to be vaccinated,
regardless of residency.
Now you can get your vaccine without an appointment!
NEW! Questions & Answers About the COVID-10 Vaccine
Useful & Important Sites Re: COVID-19
Weekly Summary of Vermont COVID-19 Data
The Vermont Dept of Health’s COVID-19 pages are updated regularly.
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In the cool shade of the Friends of NWPL's Shade Garden
image by Meg Brazill for NWPL
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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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