News You Can Use
from your library
02/19/2021
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Dear NWPL Patrons,
It's been a long week here in Winter Wonderland. Day One involved a Herculean roof raking. Day Two led to the discovery of a not-yet-ancient mound of snow, which had launched itself from roof to walkway in the dead of night. By the time I revisited the situation on Day Three, said mound had melted and refrozen, covered in a beautiful glaze, tempting me to climb over it in my desire to navigate the sole path from the sidewalk to the door. You, my friends, are probably very familiar with this scenario. Enough said. It is now Day Four and the sun rose again (supposedly).
Fortunately, we can tell you about two author events to divert your attention to more interesting things -- one in the coming week. You can now register for both events. Sarah Stewart Taylor and Julia Cooke are both area authors with new books and a lot to talk about. Come join us for the conversation, the questions, and a bit of the book(s). More details and links to register are in the newsletter. Other upcoming authors include former career diplomat in the U.S. State Department, Elizabeth Shackelford, author of The Dissent Channel, on March 16. Registration is not yet open but email us at programs@normanwilliams.org for advance notice.
One of the great things about Friday is First Chapter Fridays for Teens. Each week on video, Clare describes a new book for YA audiences -- specifically for teenagers -- and then reads the first chapter. It's a great way to figure out if a book is going to appeal to you. And if it does, kids can check it out with curbside pickup. Want to know a secret? YA books are also a great read for adults.
The library's homepage has a lot of new information, updated frequently: new book titles, our home-grown video channel, voting how-to's, a new language program (MANGO) and a whole lot more. It's one stop (free) shopping with some rich rewards for us couch potato people. But hey, just cause you love books doesn't mean you can't spend your days snowshoeing and skiing. Or just scaling the mound of snow between your walkway and the door. Let's get to it!
Meg Brazill
Director of Communications & Events
Norman Williams Public Library
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AUTHOR EVENTS: REGISTER NOW |
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The Mountains Wild
By Sarah Stewart Taylor
in conversation with
literary agent & author of Mercy Carr series
Thursday, February 25 @ 7pm
Join Bookstock & the Norman Williams Public Library for an evening with Sarah Stewart Taylor, author of the Sweeney St. George series and the first Maggie D'arcy mystery, The Mountains Wild. A former journalist and teacher, Sarah writes and lives with her family on a nearby farm in Vermont, where they raise sheep and grow blueberries. The second Maggie D'arcy mystery, A Distant Grave, will be published in June 2021.
About The Mountains Wild:
Twenty-three years ago, Maggie D'arcy's family received a call from the Dublin police. Her cousin Erin had been missing for several days. Maggie herself spent weeks in Ireland, trying to track Erin's movements, working beside the police to no avail: no trace of her was ever found. The experience inspired Maggie to become a cop. Now, back on Long Island, more than 20 years have passed. Maggie is a detective and a divorced mother of a teenager. When the Gardaí call to say that Erin's scarf has been found and another young woman has gone missing, Maggie returns to Ireland, awakening all the complicated feelings from the first trip.
The despair and frustration of not knowing what happened to Erin. Her attraction to Erin's coworker, now a professor, who never fully explained their relationship. And her own determination to solve the case, once and for all.
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COME FLY THE WORLD
By Julia Cooke
Tuesday, March 2 @ 7pm
Join us Tuesday, March 2 @7 pm for a virtual book launch with Julia Cooke and the Norman Williams Public Library.
About the book. Glamour, danger, liberation: in a Mad Men–era of commercial flight, Pan Am World Airways attracted the kind of young woman who wanted out and wanted up
Required to have a college education, speak two languages, and possess the political savvy of a Foreign Service officer, a jet-age stewardess serving on iconic Pan Am between 1966 and 1975 also had to be between 5′3" and 5′9", between 105 and 140 pounds, and under 26 years of age at the time of hire. Cooke’s intimate storytelling weaves together the real-life stories of a memorable cast of characters.
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We have sooo many new books to choose from! Click the image to see even more. Even better? Reserve them online for contact-free pickup in the NWPL foyer. |
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February Recommendations
from
What's on Your Night Stand
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The not-a-book-group Book Group reports on their recent reading with plenty of recommendations in lots of genres.
Click on the image for the full list.
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From the Shelves of Our Biography Section |
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Last year, the library completed an extensive project -- creating a biography section, making it easy for readers to find some of the most sought-after titles in the library's collection. Previously biographies were shelved throughout the nonfiction sections. This month, we share a selection of biography titles in honor of the many talented African Americans throughout history.
See a title you like? Look it up online in the library catalog to reserve it for pickup.
Or call the library to ask for assistance.
(802) 457-2295
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Jim Reiman
What could be better than pasta on a cold winter's night? Add in a virtual cooking lesson with Jim and you've got the perfect feel of a night out at home.
In this episode of Great Cooks of Woodstock, Jim shares his insight into making two hearty dishes at the same time: cacio e pepe and risotto with mushrooms. Minimal ingredients for two dishes that are so incredibly simple. And SO delicious!
Click IMAGE Above to Watch Video.
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Mezzanine Gallery: Current Exhibit |
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For Children & Young Adults |
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Preschool Storytime
with Clare
This week Clare reads two great books that will warm up a winter's afternoon.
"Quiet"
by Tomie dePaola
"Will You Be My Friend?"
by Sam McBratney and illustrated by Anita Jeram
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New Titles for Kids 2020-21
Take a look at some of the many new titles available for kids.
Click on the image to see lots and lots of new books.
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First Chapter Fridays for Teens |
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This Week's New YA Book - Feb 19, 2021
Pretty Funny for a Girl
by Rebecca Elliott
Every Friday, Clare reads the first chapter of a different book geared toward a young adult (YA) audience -- for teenagers, specifically.
You'll hear an overall description of the book as well as the first chapter of it.If you like it, you can use curbside pickup to reserve it and pick it up when it's ready. |
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COVID-19 Update & Resources |
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The VT Department of Health
COVID-19 Data Dashboard
The Vermont DOH now has COVID-19 data available by county and by town. Choose the tab for “County-level Case Info” to find a graph of new and cumulative cases by county, plus breakdowns by age and gender. Look for more information on the Dashboard of Activity in VT plus a Weekly Summary of Vermont COVID-19 data.
Starting Tuesday, February 16,
people 70 years and older can make appointments.
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.
What You Need to Know Now:
schools & colleges, contact tracing, testing, prevention and more.
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VOTING in WOODSTOCK - 2021
This year there are some deadlines and dates to be aware of. Make sure you register in plenty of time to be on the voter checklist. Click on the image below for more information and where to go if you have questions.
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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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