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The Dahl family visits the Pember

This is Eliza and Hannah Dahl and their brother David, home on leave. They are visiting here from Grinnell, Iowa. Michael Dahl, their grandfather, grew up here in Granville. There was quite a large farm somewhere on the outskirts and they have some questions about exactly where it might have been or if we might have photos. Joining them on this tour are their cousins Ella & Marie Davis and Jennie & Ruth Kent as well as their cousin Grace …

Summer Reading

You can keep track of summer reading online by going to this page. If you prefer to keep track on paper, use these paper logs: Have fun reading. If you need help with the summer reading webpage, let me know.

due dates

We have advanced the due dates on all of the items that were due between 3/16/2020 and 5/1/2020 to 6/15/2020. There will be no fines! Keep your items until we tell you it is safe to return them Thanks so much!

Let’s Spring into Summer Reading

http://pember.ny11.readsquared.com/ The Summer Reading program inspires children, teens and families to keep reading and continue to develop lifelong learning skills. The Pember Library has teamed with the Southern Adirondack Library System and NY State to bring you ReadSquared, an online way to keep track of your summer reading. There will also be a mobile app available. Sign up at the above link and start your reading. For book lists and info for parents see Summer Reading at New York Libraries. …

April Pember Board Meeting

In keeping with Executive Order 202.1 (regarding emergency adjustments to the Open Meetings Law in response to the Covid-19 pandemic), the public is not permitted in-person access to this meeting, and the meeting shall be held remotely via GoToMeeting. As required by the Governor’s Order, the public will have the ability to LISTEN TO such proceeding by dialing (571) 317-3122 Access Code: 494-073-205 and the meeting minutes will be available at the Pember.

Shape your future

Now more than ever, we should all respond to the Census online, by phone, or by mail. Responses are kept confidential, and it’s easy to respond in 12 non-English languages. The Census count directs federal funding for the next ten years to our community. Visit www.2020census.gov

Online resources while we are closed

These are just a few of the things you can access from home including books, music, science, birds and more. Overdrive. allows you to access ebooks and audiobooks from home. OverDrive Instant Card: get a library card immediately to access e-books & audiobooks, using a mobile phone number. You can also sign up for an instant digital card via the Libby app on your phone. 24/7 access to wi-fi. No password required. Museums hosting virtual tours: http://www.northbabylonpl.org/virtual-museums-and-more/ More Museums https://artsandculture.google.com/partner?hl=en …

Easter Egg craft

For parents looking for a craft to do with your toddlers, here is an idea for Easter eggs that doesn’t require eggs: Print out the egg template and have your child paint or color the page. When they are done, cut out the eggs and string them in a garland to decorate your home. I don’t have the same supplies available at home as are in the library. So I printed out the template and used my watercolor paints. I …

Online Concert with Dave Ruch

Tuesday, April 14, 2020 at 12 PM – 12:40 PM We can’t bring Dave to the Pember during this time of isolation so Dave is doing the next-best thing, performing online through Facebook Live for our enjoyment. Join performer and teaching artist Dave Ruch Music for a fascinating concert of traditional Adirondack music and stories. You’ll find the live event at the following link on Tuesday at Noon EDT https://www.facebook.com/events/3105467599498524/ You do not need a facebook account to join the …

Staying home?

Here’s a link to information on where to get free music, theater, and more during the coronavirus isolation. https://www.cashay.com/coronavirus-freebies-where-to-get-free-music-theater-125359939.html

CoVid-19 and Businesses in Granville

The Washington County Tourism site has a tab about Covid-19 and how we are managing in our little corner of the world. They said: “Many of our small and larger businesses are being directly effected by the restrictions placed on travel, dining out, and events. Business in Washington County continues to maintain their world class level of service and quality to customers and have adapted to the changes, Please see below for a list of known businesses, and their hours/updates. …