Events
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Autumn Poetry Project
As the beautiful colors of autumn begin to surround us, we invite you to share your poetic reflections on the season. Weekly writing prompts will be posted every Monday morning,…
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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!…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Fiber Arts Crafting Circle
Have you got a fiber arts project you're working on and would enjoy the company of other crafters? Join this informal group that meets for two hours every Wednesday to…
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Music and Movement with G-Raph
Musician extraordinaire G-Raph (a.k.a. Raphael Groten) brings weekly kids concerts to the Pierson Library! Raphael's exuberant music and radiating kindness bring sunshine to every event, as he plays a variety…
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Tech Help Tuesday
Have a tech problem you just can't figure out? Have an app that's giving you trouble? Does your smartphone leave you flummoxed? We can help. Book a 30-minute appointment with…
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Democracy in Our Time: A Discussion of Twilight of Democracy: The Seductive Lure of Authoritarianism
Join us for a community discussion of Twilight of Democracy: The Seductive Lure of Authoritarianism by Pulitzer Prize–winning historian Anne Applebaum. A national bestseller praised for its sharp insight, this…