Perspective

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Short of walking a mile in another’s shoes, reading someone’s story is one of the best ways to gain understanding. Reading the work of Black authors can help the world to better understand both the difficulties and achievements of people of color in America. From classic artists to new voices and leaders, this list includes a wide range of voices and insights, as well as a variety of genres.  We hope you’ll find something of interest to add to your reading list.   Well-Read Black Girl by Glory Edim Remember that moment when you first encountered a character who seemed …

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We’re Back!

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Well, we, (the staff), have been back in the building since early May.  Color us ALL happy to be back! We have been able to accept return items, in a limited capacity, for about 2 weeks.  We are keeping ALL items in quarantine for at least 72 hours before we check them in and off your library cards.  Please don’t worry – there are absolutely no fines being accrued to any items checked out of the Gardiner Public Library at this time.  We are here for you, and want to be the least of your worries right now. THE BEST …

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The Great Outdoors

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The Great Outdoors Apps and Websites that help you connect with nature/wildlife! As we mentioned in our previous blog, spending time outdoors, even as little as 15 minutes a day, is an excellent way to take care of your mental and physical health! – We hope these will encourage you to get outside! Leaves and paws, roots and wings, these resources cover all wild things! Project Noah Project Noah is a fun way to explore and document wildlife. The technology platform and community provide a powerful way for research groups to collect important ecological data. The purpose of the project …

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BRING THE OUTDOORS IN!

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VIRTUAL TOURS   Kenai Flords National Park, Alaska Rappel into a crevasse, kayak through icebergs, and watch a glacier recede. Link: https://artsandculture.withgoogle.com/en-us/national-parks-service/kenai-fjords/exit-glacier-tour Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii Fly over an active volcano, explore a lava tube, and look out across volcanic cliffs. Link: https://artsandculture.withgoogle.com/en-us/national-parks-service/hawaii-volcanoes/nahuku-lava-tube-tour Carlsbad Caverns National Park, New Mexico Explore incredible formations, trek by headlamp through a cave, fly with thousands of bats, and even “see through the eyes of a bat.” Link: https://artsandculture.withgoogle.com/en-us/national-parks-service/carlsbad-caverns/natural-entrance-tour Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah Gaze up at the night sky, ride horse-back through a canyon, and see hoodoos up close. Link: https://artsandculture.withgoogle.com/en-us/national-parks-service/bryce-canyon/sunset-point-tour Dry Tortugas …

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Looking For Something To Do?

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TV/MOVIES Crackle Crackle is a free to use video entertainment network featuring full-length movies, TV shows, and original programming. Crackle is available on Roku, Amazon Devices, Google Play Store, Apple App Store, video game consoles, or online at: www.crackle.com FilmRise Filmrise offers a great selection of movie and TV entertainment. Enjoy hit shots, popular movies, riveting documentaries, kids shows, world cinema and more. Pluto is available on Roku, Amazon Devices, Google Play Store, Apple App Store, YouTube, video game consoles, or online at: www.filmrise.com HappyKids.tv HappyKids.tv provides safe entertainment for children ages 1-10. Kids can watch non-stop rhymes, music, popular …

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Gardiner Library – Temporary Closure

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The Gardiner Public Library is temporarily closed. This decision was made by the Gardiner City Council.  We are sorry, but, at this point, we have no concrete idea when we will reopen.  We will continue to monitor the situation and reassess as more information becomes available. The decision to close was, and is an incredibly difficult decision.  We are following the directive of the Gardiner City Council, as they are concerned about our patrons and the staff of the City of Gardiner. Early actions to increase social distancing are the best way to contain the spread of COVID-19, according to …

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