Pat Oathout

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The Pember is saddened by the death of Patricia Oathout yesterday. She volunteered at the Pember for many years and in many ways. Many of us learned the art of quilling through Pat’s amazing tutelage. She did craft projects with the children and she was a longstanding member of the Friends of the Library working at the book sales and any other project they needed her for. She be will missed but forever in our memories with every quilling project we do. Rest in Peace Pat.

This photo is from a 2018 quilling class.

Pember Board Meeting 6-17, 6PM

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A meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Pember Library and Museum will be held on the third Thursday of each month at the Pember. The meeting will be conducted following social distancing guidelines. To attend the meeting virtually, please contact the library by 9 AM on the meeting day at pember.library@gmail.com for the log-in information.

Board Meeting, May 20, 6PM

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A meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Pember Library and Museum will be held on the third Thursday of each month at the Pember. The meeting will be conducted following social distancing guidelines. To attend the meeting virtually, please contact the library by 9 AM on the meeting day at pember.library@gmail.com for the log-in information.

Endangered Species Art Contest

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Every year on the third Friday in May, thousands of people around the world participate in Endangered Species Day by celebrating, learning about, and taking action to protect threatened and endangered species.

Using any form of art, create a piece of original artwork that highlights an endangered species. This can include plants or animals.

Please submit your creation to the Pember by May 18.

Judging will occur in four categories on May 21. Prizes for teens and adults will be gift certificates and for children, there will be an animal-themed gift basket.

  • Children
  • Teens
  • Adults
  • Staff

Artwork will be on display until the end of June. Photos of each entry will be added to our Facebook pages and websites for virtual viewing. In person viewing will be limited to our open hours and follow pandemic guidelines.

To learn more about endangered species visit the Pember Museum. Miss Bernie has a list of endangered species that are included in our collection.

Let’s Spring into Summer Reading 2021

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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.

You can also sign up by coming into the library. Sign up forms will be available after April 15.

This year’s slogan is “Tails and Tales” and the theme is animal stories. There are five different categories:

  • Pre-K Read
  • Children Read
  • Teens Read
  • Adult
  • 1000 Books Before Kindergarten

Each category gives you the chance to earn badges, to have missions, to open up games all while logging your (or your child’s) reading.

The program runs from now through the end of September. We will try to add some specials for you, perhaps a performer or musician. Keep an eye out here and on our facebook page for further information.

Board Meeting April 15 6PM

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A meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Pember Library and Museum will be held on the third Thursday of each month at the Pember. The meeting will be conducted following social distancing guidelines. To attend the meeting virtually, please contact the library by 9 AM on the meeting day at pember.library@gmail.com for the log-in information.

Pember updated services

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Pember starts Pop-In Service 

Starting April 1, pop-in browsing will be available at the Pember. You may browse the New & Popular collection and adult, teen, and children’s items including books, audiobooks, and DVDs. A maximum of 5 patrons will be allowed in the building at any one time. No seating will be available. Loitering will not be allowed. 

You can pick up items on reserve without an appointment, get a library card, or use the copier. There will be limited computer & printer access (1 station available, max 30 min per person, per day). 

Curbside service will continue to be available for those who request it. 

Hand sanitizer is available in the lobby for patrons to use upon entering and exiting the building. We encourage the use of hand sanitizer before handling library materials. Face coverings will be required, and social distancing protocols will be observed. 

All returned materials are quarantined for 48 hours before they are checked-in. No fines accrue on items being quarantined.  

Board Meeting March 18, 6PM

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A meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Pember Library and Museum will be held on the third Thursday of each month at the Pember. The meeting will be conducted following social distancing guidelines. To attend the meeting virtually, please contact the library by 9 AM on the meeting day at pember.library@gmail.com for the log-in information.