Just Getting By: Documentary Screening and Q&A with Filmmaker Bess O’Brien
Vermont has the second-highest rate of homelessness in the United States, trailing only California. At the same time, one-third of Vermonters struggle to put food on the table. For a small state, these are significant challenges. Just Getting By, a new documentary from filmmaker Bess O'Brien, offers a powerful, intimate look at the lives of…
Pierson Playdate
Looking for a place for your little one to play on chilly days? Join us in Town Hall for fun, frolic, and friendship for both littles and their parents/caretakers. Appropriate for ages 2 to 4. No advanced registration necessary.
Noontime Poetry Reading Society
It's not too late to join the hottest poetry society in Chittenden County. Nearly every Wednesday, we gather at noontime to cold-read entire poetry collections aloud, basking in the magic of poetry. The second half hour is devoted to poetic works-in-progress, news, and a writing prompt (or "provocation"). This month, we're finishing up Shel Silverstein's…
After School Hangout
Join us on early release day to game, snack, and chill with friends! Appropriate for tweens and teens. No advanced registration is necessary.
Youth Advisory
Love to read? Help us build a library collection that truly reflects the interests and ambitions of our community! Assist Katie in finding exciting new publications and recent releases, identify gaps in our collection, create eye-catching displays, and plan events! Snacks provided. Recommended for ages 11-15.
Musical Story Time with Liz
Experience the magic of music and storytelling with Liz at our weekly Musical Storytime! Join us for an adventure where stories come to life with the power of music. Liz will transport young minds into the world of rhythm, melody, and imagination. No advance registration is necessary.
Writers Unite!
Writers ages 11-16 gather to hone your writing skills! Writers are welcome (but never obligated) to share their work and enjoy an inspiring afternoon with fellow creators. Snacks provided. No advanced registration is necessary.
Shelburne’s Annual Tree Lighting & Festivities
Come join us for festive caroling on the Town Green starting at 5:30pm. At 6:00pm the tree will be lit, after which everyone is invited to Town Hall for snacks, letter writing to Santa, and beautiful music played by handbell ensemble Northern Bronze. From there, children can visit Santa in the Pierson Library community room.…
Glitter Bauble Ornaments
Join us as we create glittering bauble ornaments that will add a touch of sparkle to dark winter days. To register, please call the library at 802-985-5124.
Fiber Arts Crafting Circle
Have you got a fiber arts project you're working on and would relish the company of other crafters? Join this informal group that meets for two hours every Wednesday to knit, crochet, weave, felt, embroider and socialize! On occasion, there will be special guest presenters, but mostly this is an opportunity to share company (and…