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Pembroke Public Library Newsletter January 2021 |
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Perhaps if I'm still, my sanity soon will restore, But here comes a child saying, "Mama! I'm bored!" We knew an idea was needed quite fast; Something the family could do that’s a blast. When, what to my wondering eyes did appear, An item that gave me ideas oh so clear! My wonderful Pembroke SAILS library card! It gave me choices galore; this won't be too hard! Whether home or away, there's so much to do; The library would help chase away winter blues. |
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New music! New movies! Audio and eBooks! Magazines, workshops, one must not overlook. As soon as I typed, I saw quite a hoard! I called the house over, we'll have so much to do; When we do things together, we are quite a crew. |
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We found a good book while the dog sits in my lap. We managed to find the book Elf on the Shelf, And I laughed when I saw it, in spite of myself. A library card and this is easy to get, And in exchange you'll really be set! |
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As I looked at all the options, my face all aglow; I wished to tell everyone what I now know. The library offers so much service from home; No matter if you use Safari, Firefox, or Chrome. I’ll end it with this, for I know it’s airtight: These Pembroke resources are just plain out of sight! |
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Read Using Your Funny Bone: Humorists, Whimsy, and a Bit of Satire Wednesdays January 13th, 20th, and 27th at 3:15 p.m. Ready to lighten up a little during the dark winter months? From classic humorists such as Mark Twain to unexpected humorists such as Shirley Jackson to more contemporary writers such as Ogden Nash, Judith Viorst, and David Sedaris, there are an abundance of works that use wry, whimsical, or satirical devices to make their point with a smile. Join presenter Roz Kubek for a fun, lively, and interesting Zoom introduction to some great humorists and a sampling of their works. We’ll talk about the tools available to the writers and what makes us grin. Participants will receive links to the readings ahead of each session. Space is limited to provide the optimal Webinar experience; register through our online event page. |
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Pembroke Public Library Book Club Tuesday, February 2nd at 6:30 p.m. |
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Storytime to Go Kit Available through January or while supplies last Storytime to Go aims to bring the experience of Storytime to you and your child by offering opportunities for developing early literacy skills. These kits were created for ages 2-5 and include activities that support five skills that build a strong foundation for a reader: reading, talking, singing, writing and playing together every day. January's kit is built with the theme of "forest friends." You and your child can roll out playdough berries for a friendly raccoon, create ant finger puppets, craft a paper owl, and more with the items included. These kits are available for curbside pickup. Please complete an online registration form; the library will contact you when your kit is ready to help you make a curbside appointment. |
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Take & Make: Book Hedgehog Craft Available through January or while supplies last Kids and teens (ages 8-18) are invited to sign up for this take-and-make craft to create a book hedgehog. These little forest dwellers are the perfect pet as all they need is a loving home. Please see our online event page for a list of materials needed and to sign up. The library will contact you when your kit is ready to help you make a curbside appointment. |
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Raising a Reader Fridays January 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th & February 5th and 12th at 2 p.m. Big Ryan’s Tall Tales welcomes all parents and their children (3-5 years) to come to this six-week series on making stories where language comes alive. Laugh, read, and interact in this LIVE virtual event! Please complete an online registration form. By completing the registration you are signed up for all six weeks of the series. Links for the series sessions will be sent out the day before the first workshop or upon your registration. This program is generously provided by the South Shore Family Network, a program of the South Shore Community Action Council. |
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Stuck on what to read next? We're here to help! Fill out our online reading suggestion form to get recommendations personalized just for you based on your favorite books, genres, authors, or styles. You can choose to have books selected from our collection for curbside pickup or a list of eBook or audiobook suggestions delivered to your email. |
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This month's pick comes from our resident short story expert Roz, who recommends the collection Ernie's Ark by New England author Monica Wood. The stories are set in the fictional Abbott Falls, Maine, a struggling mill town enduring a long labor strike. Each story comes from the perspective of a different resident as they try their best to hold their lives and their community together in a time of crisis; and although each story is separate, they all come together to create an empathetic and ultimately hopeful picture of the town and its people. |
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Ayesha at Last by Uzma JalaluddinA modern Muslim adaptation of Pride and Prejudice finds a reluctant teacher who would avoid an arranged marriage setting aside her literary ambitions before falling in love with her perpetually single cousin's infuriatingly conservative fiancé.
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Meg & Jo by Virginia KantraWhen their mother falls ill, the March sisters—reliable Meg, independent Jo, stylish Amy, and shy Beth—return home to North Carolina for the holidays, where they’ll rediscover what really matters.
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Marley by Jon ClinchA reimagining of Charles Dickens’ classic A Christmas Carol, with a moving exploration of the twisted relationship between Ebenezer Scrooge and Jacob Marley.
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Read the book on OverDrive/Libby, then watch the movie on hoopla! Based on the worldwide best-selling memoir and starring Brie Larson, Woody Harrelson, and Naomi Watts, The Glass Castle chronicles the adventures of an eccentric, resilient, tight-knit family. Click here to borrow the book and here to borrow the movie, or check them out from our physical collection. |
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Did you know we have book recommendation newsletters for all ages? Sign up here to get a list of new releases and other suggestions for your favorite genre(s) delivered to your email every month. |
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Kindness Rocks Project Let’s start 2021 with kindness! Whether you post photos and tag The Kindness Rocks Project or just work behind the scenes, this project is just plain goodness. Paint rocks and decorate with pictures, illustrations, or a special message, then leave them out in the world, maybe on a hike, in your neighborhood, or next to a friend’s mailbox. No matter what you do, you’re spreading joy and kindness and that’s the goal. Happy New Year! |
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Place Value War Try this simple card game at home to practice place value with your elementary student! All you need is an UNO deck or a regular deck of playing cards. Divide the deck (number cards only) into piles depending on what you’re practicing (tens, hundreds, thousands) and have each player draw a card from each pile to see who created the biggest number. This site also features hints and tips for variations on the game. |
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Get into a creative mindset with a Best Day Yet episode. The show’s host, Marjorie Stordeur, uses messages of positivity to inspire kids to be kind to themselves and others. Listening to this episode, kids will slow down, listen to nature, and find inspiration from one of the best builders around—beavers. |
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The Big Fib uses a game show format where kids compete to see who can tell which supposed “expert” grownup is telling the truth and which one is lying. Here, the topic is sewing. With plenty of puns and fun facts about sewing, kids will be entertained while learning about this craft. |
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Hosts Brooke Warner, publisher of She Writes Press, and Grant Faulkner, executive director of National Novel Writing Month, reflect on the genre of poetry and where it stands. They interview Elizabeth Acevedo, a National Poetry Slam Champion and the National Book Award Winner for The Poet X, about her writing process and her latest book, Clap When You Land. Perfect for high schoolers in need of inspiration for telling their story in verse. |
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