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Pembroke Public Library Online Newsletter July 7, 2020 |
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Mystery Making Tuesday, July 21st at 7 p.m. In this interactive Zoom workshop presented by Sisters in Crime New England, mystery authors Gary Braver, Judy Copek, Julie Hennrikus, and Leslie Wheeler will brainstorm on their feet to create a brand new mystery using suggestions provided by the audience. Fun, fast-paced, and fascinating, this improv game offers important insights into mystery writers’ minds and the conventions of the genre. Registration is required; visit our online event page to sign up and learn more about the participating authors. |
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PPL Book Club Tuesday, August 4th at 6:30 p.m. The Book Club is now meeting virtually! Our August book is The Dovekeepers by Alice Hoffman, historical fiction set in ancient Israel that tells the story of four extraordinary women living in Masada during the monthslong siege. Registration is required; visit our online event page to sign up. |
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Graphic Novel Chat Tuesday, July 21st at 3 p.m. Students entering grades 6-8 can join us in a virtual book club! We will be reading New Kid by Jerry Craft, available on hoopla. Registration is required through our online event calendar; online session info will be sent after sign up. |
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Virtual Show & Tell: Ages 4-6 Wednesday, July 22nd at 2:30 p.m. Join us for a virtual Show & Tell! Ages 4-6 can join Miss Melissa and Ms. B to share one special something. Each child will get 2-3 minutes to speak and answer questions. Registration is required through our online event calendar; online session info will be sent after sign up. |
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Vacation Digital Escape Room Thursday, July 23rd at 3 p.m. Ages 13-17 can put their geography and organizational skills to work as a team and help plan a summer vacation across Europe. Registration is required through our online event calendar; online session info will be sent after sign up. |
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Virtual Show & Tell: Ages 7-10 Friday, July 24th at 2:30 p.m. Join us for a virtual Show & Tell! Ages 7-10 can join Miss Melissa and Ms. B to share one special something. Each child will get 2-3 minutes to speak and answer questions. Registration is required through our online event calendar; online session info will be sent after sign up. |
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Comic Talk Tuesday, July 28th at 3 p.m. Students entering grades 9-12 can join us in a virtual book club! We will be reading The Woods, Vol. 1 by James Tynion IV, available on hoopla. Registration is required through our online event calendar; online session info will be sent after sign up. |
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Smithsonian’s National Zoo Explore the Animal Cams set up throughout six different enclosures at this zoo: cheetah cubs, elephants, giant pandas, lions, black-footed ferrets, and naked mole-rats! For younger animal lovers, an "I Spy" game is available in their downloadable activity pack (page 5). |
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Origami Animals Craft Origami Way provides easy-to-follow photo tutorials for making all kinds of origami animals! Some of their wildlife designs include an elephant, a turtle, a penguin...and even Pikachu! |
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Listen to veterinarian Leigh Clayton from Baltimore’s National Aquarium as she dives deep into the challenges of looking after over 1,500 animals. Host Jacob Brogen asks insightful questions about animal procedures and the decisions involved in keeping them thriving and ensuring the aquarium business is on track. That’s just one of the absorbing, behind-the-scenes career interviews included in this podcast. |
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Bilingual musicians and former Montessori teachers Evan and Vanessa speak mainly in English but select a couple of Spanish words to practice based on a theme. Here, they include words for common pets, including cat, dog, fish, and hamster, repeating them to help listeners retain knowledge. This show will help kids stay on top of their language skills while having a blast with the featured jolly, warmhearted songs. |
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In this 2019 episode of the humorous series voiced by skilled actors, the Story Pirates reveal the winner of The Secret Life of Pets 2 contest, focusing on “What happens when pets are left alone?” The answer involves a disobedient dragon and singing turtles. |
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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 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 week's pick comes from sci-fi fan Brian, who recommends The Caves of Steel by Isaac Asimov. Brian says: "The Caves of Steel, written in 1954, is part of Asimov’s famous robot stories. It is a combination mystery/detective novel with solid science fiction. It is set in New York City where many people don’t like robots even if they are part of life. The story pairs a human detective with a robot that is so human people cannot tell it is a robot. Together they need to solve a murder. Asimov expressed interesting ideas and it was especially interesting to think that these ideas felt current even though they come from 65 years ago. This is part of the joy of going back to classics 50 or 100 years old and being reminded how 'old' ideas are perfectly new and that many of our 'current' ideas have already been elucidated decades ago." |
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Lily and the Octopus by Steven Rowley A man is reminded of how it feels to love fiercely, to fight for a loved one, and to work through the pain of letting go as he becomes gradually aware of his devoted bond with his aging canine companion.
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The Friend by Sigrid Nunez Becoming the guardian of her late best friend's enormous Great Dane, a grieving woman is evicted from her no-pets apartment and forges a deep bond with the equally distraught animal in ways that initially disturb her friends.
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Stepdog by Nicole Galland After marrying to obtain a green card, Irish actor Rory O'Connor travels to North Carolina to rescue his wife's beloved dog, Cody, from her ex who has dognapped him.
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The 100-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared Read the book on OverDrive/Libby, then watch the movie on hoopla! The highest-grossing Swedish film of all time, this comedy blockbuster based on the best-selling novel is a fanciful spin on world history through the spirited antics of a mischievous centenarian with a flair for adventure. Click here to borrow the book and here to borrow the movie. |
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Our OverDrive collection includes magazines that can be checked out at any time, with no holds or waits! Today's featured magazine is Essence, which has issues available starting from March 2020. The July/August 2020 issue features profiles of actor, trendsetter, and activist Billy Porter; Nigerian designer Ese Azenabor, who has delivered face coverings to more than 200 hospitals; and health care professionals who have been working on the front lines of the pandemic. You can explore all our online magazines here. |
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Read about animals that are super-fast, super-strong, super-smart, and more! Each book contains fascinating facts, life cycle and habitat information, and interesting traits that make each animal dangerous. |
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Bees pollinate 75 percent of the fruits, vegetables, and nuts grown in the United States. But numbers of bees are falling, and that has scientists alarmed. What's causing the decline? Learn about the many bee species on Earth - their nests, their colonies, their life cycles, and their vital connection to flowering plants. Most importantly, find out how you can help these important pollinators. |
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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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