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  • Unearth a Story: Join our 2026 Summer Reading Program!

    It's summer at the Pierson, which means it's time for our annual Summer Reading Program! This year's theme, Unearth a Story, invites you to explore the worlds of paleontology, archaeology, and discoveries that uncover stories, knowledge, and fun. Beginning June 13, pick up a reading log and read three or more books. Return your completed…

  • The Great Library Gem Hunt

    Join us for a gem hunt in the library gardens! Children ages 4-7 will get small metal pales and then search through the library gardens for beautiful gems and minerals hidden around the grounds. In case of rain, the gem hunt will take place inside. To register, please call the library at 802-985-5124.

  • Primordial Ooze Slime

    Gloopy, soupy, and shimmering with possibility- join us to concoct a variety of slimes to suit the summer vibe! Expect a mess and come with a scientific spirit! Wear old clothes, and treat each concoction as an experiment, ending either in divine slime, or trial by error. To register, please call the library at 802-985-5124.

  • Charlotte’s Bones Author Event: Erin Rounds

    Join children's book author Erin Rounds as she explores the fascinating mystery behind her book, Charlotte's Bones. In 1849, workers building a railroad through Charlotte, Vermont, uncovered a set of strange and beautiful bones buried in a farmer's field. When a local naturalist sought help identifying the remains, renowned scientist Louis Agassiz determined that they…

  • Dinoman Live!

    Have no fear. Dinoman is here! Travel back to Mesozoic Era and meet the GIGANTIC dinosaurs that roamed the earth! Called a "best bet" by the LA Times, Dinoman will bring an exciting, and larger than life menagerie of dinos to the library. Learn about fossils, and the techniques we learn to uncover the secrets…

  • Birds are Dinosaurs!

    What did 65 million years of evolution turn the dinosaurs into? Birds! Join Educators from the Vermont Institute of Natural Sciences who will introduce you to some live birds of prey and teach all about their dinosaur ancestry. We’ll explore the ways modern birds became masters of the air and understand the immense timescale over…

  • Meet the Vermont Lake Monsters

    Batter up! Stop into the Pierson to meet celebrity athletes from the Vermont Lake Monsters! Hear about their experiences as part of Vermont's premier baseball team, their advice to aspiring athletes, and their favorite moments on the field. Ask them your questions and bring home an autographed baseball as a memento of the occasion! Haven't…

  • Lyric Theater Presents: Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!

    Join us for a production of Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus live in historic Town Hall! The renowned Lyric Theater brings a modern classic from the beloved Mo Willems to life. Catch your favorite pigeon on stage but remember, don't let him drive the bus!! Registration is required through Lyric ticketing for this…