Events
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Thursday Morning Story Time
Experience the magic of music and storytelling at our weekly musical story time! Join us for an adventure where stories come to life with the power of music. Musician and storyteller Liz Buchanan transports young minds into the world of rhythm, melody, and imagination.
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The Mahjong Playing Society
Join us for a new way to have fun, make friends, and build community! Mahjong is a tile-based game of skill, luck and strategy akin to Gin Rummy. Players draw tiles and form melds. We will be joined by Pauline Nolte who can instruct players in both Chinese and American mahjong (following the hands and…
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Kids’ Pumpkin Paint and Sip
Put your creativity to work painting a beautiful pumpkin to decorate your front stoop and discover which of our local apple ciders is your favorite. To register, please call the library at 802-985-5124.
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Spanish Language Conversation Group
Welcome to the Pierson Library's weekly Spanish Conversation Group! Whether you're a native Spanish speaker, an expert talker, or a beginning speaker, find community and conversation with group leader Martha Stegner of Colombia. ¡Bienvenido al grupo semanal de conversación en español de la Biblioteca Pierson! Ya seas hablante nativo de español, un experto en la…
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October Poetry Salon
Writers, readers, and lovers of all things verse, this is the place to be. Each month, we welcome two featured poets who are creating powerful, innovative work in the medium. Tonight's featured poets are Doug Currier of Winooski and Shelburne's own Penelope Cray. After their readings, join us for a live Q&A and an open…
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Exhibitionist’s Book Club: Making a Noise Tour
The Exhibitionists are back with another great book club series, pairing wonderful books with exhibits currently on display at the Shelburne Museum. For October we're pairing Mona Susan Power's historical saga A Council of Dolls (copies available at the front desk) with the museum's exhibit of Indigenous sound and textile design: Make a Noise. To…
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Not-so-scary Story Time
Follow the flickering lantern path to the Pierson's patio and join us for an evening of not-so-scary stories, s'mores around the campfire, and a fun seasonal craft to bring home! This event is weather dependent, so be sure and check out the library's social media or online event calendar.
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Board Game Afternoon
Spend an afternoon with family, friends, and neighbors trying out a variety of board games from around the world. From simple games of luck and chance to strategic games that exercise your wits, stop in to share a favorite game or try something entirely new! All ages welcome to this fun free event.
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Death Cafe
Death Cafés are welcoming spaces where people come together to talk openly about death, with the goal of making the most of our finite lives. Moderated by Shelburne resident Nick Marconi, these intimate monthly gatherings offer a chance to voice concerns, share personal stories, ask questions, and reflect on one of life’s universal truths. Each…
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Shelburne’s Town Halloween Celebration & Parade
Stop by the library after Shelburne's annual Halloween parade and visit our enchanted pumpkin patch! Create a light up jack-o-lantern to bring home at this fun, festive event for all ages.