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The Mad River Valley Libraries announce a day of free, celebratory Juneteenth events for all ages. Each library will host a different event that day. Inspired by the book “Freedom Dreams, The Black Radical Imagination” by Robin D.G. Kelley, the Freedom Dreaming Creation workshop provides space to explore our relationships to the idea of freedom. […]
Take a walk through the MRV Libraries Bear Art Gallery Display and discover how artists of all ages used a variety of materials to make their 5 x 7 canvas of each bear come alive. Talk with individuals from the MRV Bear Initiative and nosh on some bear-like sugar cookies.
We will discuss the book, The Bear, by Andrew Krivak. A few copies of the book are available now at the Joslin Memorial Library. Please remember to register in advance if you plan on attending the lively discussion.
Local poet and author, Susan Bauchner will provide a variety of methods to help participants open their hearts and minds to writing poetry in a variety of genres. All are welcome. Preregistration is required. Go to the Joslin Memorial Library website and register under upcoming programs.
Playwright, Jeanne Beckwith will share her expertise on what it takes to write a play, whether it’s 10 minutes or 60 minutes in length. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in character development and write short plays during the four week session. No previous experience required.
In partnership with the MRV Libraries and the Friends of the Mad River, this month’s book discussion is about “Migrations” by Charlotte McConaghy. Set in a future where many animals have gone extinct, the story is about a young woman who talks her way onto a fishing boat and follows Artic terns to Antarctica. Please […]
We will feature books as gift ideas for all ages and serve refreshments. Some books from the Tempest and Inklings bookstores will be on sale too.
The Mad River Valley Libraries and the Central Vermont Council on Aging invite the community to attend a special screening of Cycle of Memory, the new award-winning documentary about two siblings’ bicycle adventure to find the memories of their grandfather. Mel Schwartz, lost to Alzheimer’s. are dealing with the impacts of this disease. Guided by […]
Julia Cavicchi, Education Director of the Rich Earth Institute in Vermont, will present a program about the paradigm-shifting practice of peecycling: reclaiming a “waste” as a resource to complete the food nutrient cycle. Human urine contains vital nutrients for growing crops. By reclaiming urine as an agricultural resource, communities can prevent downstream pollution, access an […]
This course is designed to build one’s confidence in speaking French whether visiting Quebec or another French speaking nation. Participants will practice using the French language in a variety of commonplace situations such as; how to order food, purchase items, check in to a hotel, ask directions and converse with customs officers. Patrick Travers and […]
Come and see Jupiter, Saturn and the galaxies using the library’s telescope under the night sky at the Flemer Field behind the Waitsfield Town Hall. Joel Greene. from the VT Astronomical Society will be on hand to guide everyone in this exploration. Wear clothes to keep you warm.
Local author, Erika Nichols-Fraser, will share poems from her new poetry collection, Staring Too Closely. Her poems in this collection examine the self and the world, taking a closer look at trauma and the ongoing healing process.
Madigan Linnane is an emerging singer/ songwriter attending Berklee College of Music. When she’s not at school, you can find her in The Mad River Valley in Vermont. Her thoughtful lyrics, drawn from emotional life experiences, combine with a modern folk/pop/indie musical style producing songs that appeal to broad audiences.
Created and sponsored by Seven Days and KidsVT, this challenge asks participants to find the answers to some questions about their community, and to consider what we can do when we work together, the impact we can have and the messages we can send to each other about how we should act. We will focus […]
The Granville Daze duo,Victoria and John Crowne, will perform many of their compositions of soft instrumental melodies, entrancing vocal harmonies and messages of peace, hope and love. They write their own music, reportedly drawing inspiration from classic rock and folk musicians from the 60’s and 70’s.
Join artist Michael Albert for a hands-on artist talk and collage workshop, part of his cross-country library tour. Albert is nationally known for making collage artworks from cereal boxes & other printed cardboard consumer brand packages. His work has been described as a cross between Pop Art, Cubism & Recycling! Best for elementary/middle school-aged children. […]
American Pop Artist and Author, Michael Albert will conduct a Hands-On pop art collage workshop where all participants will be able to create their own collage using the same materials he uses to create his serious artworks. All participants will receive a free signed poster. If so desired, bring your own magazines.
All are invited to celebrate the library’s 110th birthday by stepping back in time to 1913 and interacting with the townsfolk that made it happen. Refreshments provided.
