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Meet Ms. J on Zoom Wednesdays at 10:30 AM January 20 - February 10 Dance, sing and share stories with Ms.J!
Register to receive your zoom link. Just sign up once as a family. For ages 0-5. To register for Wednesday, January 20, click here. To register for Wednesday, January 27, click here. To register for Wednesday, February 3, click here. To register for Wednesday, February 10, click here. |
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Raising a Reader with Big Ryan Fridays at 10:30 AM January 15 - February 19 Online Participation with Zoom Raising a Reader with Big Ryan, a six-week Zoom virtual story experience for ages 3-5! Fill out the form below and you will receive a Zoom link for attendance. This program is provided by the South Shore Community Action Council, CFCE. |
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Eyes That Kiss in the Corners by Joanna Ho A young Asian girl notices that her eyes look different from her peers'. They have big, round eyes and long lashes. She realizes that her eyes are like her mother's, her grandmother's, and her little sister's. They have eyes that kiss in the corners and glow like warm tea, crinkle into crescent moons, and are filled with stories of the past and hope for the future. Drawing from the strength of these powerful women in her life, she recognizes her own beauty and discovers a path to self-love and empowerment. This powerful, poetic picture book will resonate with readers of all ages.
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My Weird School Graphic Novel 1 : Mr. Corbett Is in Orbit! by Dan GutmanA.J. and his friends at Ella Mentry School are headed on a field trip to NASA headquarters. But their tour guide, Mr. Corbett, is a total space cadet! And what happens when A.J. accidentally launches the whole class into outer space?! Full of visual gags, space aliens, and hilarious full-color illustrations, this is the weirdest graphic novel in the history of the world!
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Just Like That by Gary D. SchmidtWith insight and a light touch, best-selling, Newbery Honor-winning author Gary D. Schmidt tells two poignant, linked stories: that of a grieving girl and a boy trying to escape his violent past.
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Enjoy a delightful selection of animated, talking picture books through the Norwell Public Library's subscription to TumbleBooks. . |
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All This Time by Mikki DaughtryAfter a traumatic accident, Kyle feels lost until he meets Marley, who seems like the girl of his dreams, but as they grow closer he fears he is headed for another crash.
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The Ravens by Kass MorganLoner Vivi Deveraux is thrilled to join Westerly College's Kappas, who are secretly witches, until she meets perfect, polished Scarlett Winter, who will stop at nothing to be the sorority's next president.
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Lunchtime Laughter Yoga Thursdays at 12:30 PM January 14 - January 28 Online Participation with Zoom Need a stress break? Join certified laughter yoga leader Jessica Phillips through a half an hour of laughter prompts and yogic breathing for stress relief. No experience necessary. Specifically geared towards adults but it is open to all ages who can laugh. For more information about laughter yoga, visit https://laughteryoga.org/ |
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NPL programs are currently being offered virtually via the Zoom platform. If you are new to Zoom, you can view a tutorial on how to join a Zoom meeting/program here. Be sure to include your email address when you register so that we can send you a
Zoom invitation on the day of the program. |
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New Year's Stress Relief Kits (Adults and Teens) January 7 - January 15 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Grab & Go Take Home Kit Kick off the New Year by treating yourself right! Register and then, from Thursday, January 7th through Friday, January 15th, just call from the parking lot to pick up your kit in the lobby. |
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How to Go with Ice and Snow from AAA (All driving ages) Tuesday, January 12, 2021 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM Online participation with Zoom In bad weather, sometimes we ‘forget’ how to drive. Preparing yourself and your vehicle are key before hitting the road in inclement weather. Sponsored by AAA Travel. Appropriate for all driving ages. |
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Mindfulness Meditation with Amy Wednesday, January 13, 2021 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM Online participation with Zoom Learn how to anchor yourself in the present moment as it helps to release the incessant thinking which can cause us so much suffering. This will be a powerful way to start the New Year! |
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Norwell Evening Book Group and the Literary Circle Book Group discuss Things We Didn't Say by Amy Lynn Green Thursday, January 21, 2021 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM Online participation with Zoom Newcomers are welcome to join these lively book groups! "In this epistolary novel from the WWII home front in Minnesota, the lines between compassion and treason are blurred, and a young translator must decide where her heart truly lies." -- Book Page, December 2020 Discussion will be by remote participation via Zoom. Please note: It is important to include your email when you register so that you will be invited to the Zoom meeting. If you are new to Zoom, you can view a tutorial on how to join a Zoom meeting here. Print copies are also available...call from the parking lot for contact free curbside pickup.
For questions or help, please email drodriguez@ocln.org |
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Author Talk with Amy Lynn Green, Things We Didn't Say (2020) Wednesday, January 27, 2021 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM Online participation with Zoom "In this epistolary novel from the WWII home front in Minnesota, the lines between compassion and treason are blurred, and a young translator must decide where her heart truly lies." -- Book Page, December 2020 We are thrilled to talk with the author of Things We Didn't Say, Amy Lynn Green. The talk will be held by remote participation via Zoom. Please note: It is important to include your email when you register so that you will be invited to the Zoom meeting. If you are new to Zoom, you can view a tutorial on how to join a Zoom meeting here. Print copies are also available...call from the parking lot for contact free curbside delivery.
For questions or help, please email drodriguez@ocln.org. |
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The Wrong Family by Tarryn FisherAn off-kilter narrator witnesses the slow unraveling of a couple’s strained marriage that erupts in unexpected ways, in a chilling tale of domestic suspense by the best-selling author of The Wives.
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Hush-Hush by Stuart WoodsNew York City cop turned Manhattan law firm rainmaker, Stone Barrington, lands in hot water in a highly anticipated latest installment in the best-selling series by the Edgar Award-winning author of Chiefs.
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The Last Days of John Lennon by James PattersonPublished to commemorate the 40th anniversary of Lennon’s assassination and based on insider interviews, a chronicle of the iconic music artist’s final days includes coverage of his last album and the life of Mark David Chapman.
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The Libby/OverDrive app makes it easier than ever to downloand e-books and e-audiobooks. New additions are continuously being made to NPL's OverDrive Collection. . |
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You can learn a new language right from home using the resources from Mango Languages! Choose from over 70 different languages. Free with your library card! To get started, set up a free account by clicking here. |
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Homebound? We Deliver! Books to Go is available for Norwell residents who are unable to come to the library. To arrange for a contact-free delivery, contact adult services librarian Diane Rodriguez at 781-659-2015 X114 or drodriguez@ocln.org. |
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NPL would like to introduce you to What Should I Read Next, a new reader’s advisory service offered by the Norwell Public Library. With this service you will receive personalized reading recommendations with suggested authors and titles compiled by NPL Librarians! All you have to do is fill out the What Should I Read Next Form, so we can get a better sense of what books you would enjoy. Within a week you’ll receive an email with your personalized reading recommendations. This service is free and confidential. If you have any questions, please email us at noref@ocln.org or call us at 781-659-2015. |
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Is your child stuck on what to read next? Ms. J can help! Please take a few moments to fill out this reader's advisory form to help provide insight about your child's reading preferences. Please fill out one form for each child. You will be notified when items are available for curbside pickup. You can resend the form as often as you wish! |
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