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Arts & Culture Editor Kiyanna Noel
ARTS & CULTURE
Banned Books Read-Out
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Friday, Oct. 13, 2023
Feinberg Library staff hosted annual Banned Book Read-Out By Kiyanna Noel A student reads an excerpt from a banned book at the podium while staff and fellow peers listen attentively.
The library set up a section dedicated to banned books for students who are interested. This section is located on the second floor on the right after passing through the detectors.
Bookmarks, stickers and bracelets are available on the nearby desk where the staplers and tape are located, for anyone who would like to have one. The bookmarks and bracelets read “BOOKS UNITE US. CENSORSHIP DIVIDES US.” The stickers read “I read banned books.”
Boutique opens despite construction
Provided by Anna Dickson
EMBER & ROOT modern therapy + counseling, located at 76 Margaret Street, opened a boutique on Sept. 1 amidst the backdrop of a bustling construction site. Despite the dust, gravel and limited foot traffic throughout the summer months, they felt it necessary to introduce these products during the fall seasonal transition as the community prepares for the physical and psychological effects the Winter months can bring to the North Country. A longstanding goal of psychotherapist and owner of EMBER & ROOT Anna Dickson is to share various products that have been an integral part of her self-care and personal wellness, especially throughout her travels and many moves as part of a military family. The boutique also includes home decor, accessories and apparel from makers she has developed a personal relationship with, particularly from the American Southwest. These items bring a sense of “home” to any space, an important component to well-being. “We are so pleased with the turnout, support and excitement over our version of ‘wellness’ and our ability to share this with the community,” Dickson said. “It will only grow from here.” Dickson intends to continue to expand the boutique to include items that she uses and/or recommends within her practice.
“We are starting small,” Dickson said, reflecting on the light infused alcove it currently occupies in the front office area. Store hours are also limited to weekdays, when the practice is actively open to clients. She added, “with a carefully curated mix of wellness products…it is a humble beginning toward a larger vision.” Dickson is a native to the local area and has integrated a variety of local businesses from the Adirondacks to continue to create and share products meaningful to her and her therapy practice. “So far, we have received amazing support from clients, Plattsburgh patrons and the community at large. We are grateful to continue to serve this community and expand in the coming years,” Dickson said. The Wellness Boutique participated in October’s First Friday, offering light fare and drinks at their Sip & Shop event Oct. 6. Additional information about EMBER & ROOT modern therapy + counseling can be found on their website: www. ember-root.com and instagrams: @ember.and.root and @ember.root_wellness_boutique. For additional questions, please contact via email: hello@ ember-root.com or office phone: (518) 569-6008.
