Read to a Dog

Pierson Library 5376 Shelburne Rd., Shelburne, VT, United States

Celebrate the joy of reading with Taffy, our certified therapy dog! Join our 'Read to a Dog' program to enhance literacy skills in the delightful company of this furry friend. Taffy provides a supportive and non-judgmental environment, making reading a rewarding experience for emerging readers. Boost confidence and fluency with Taffy by your side! Space…

Pierson Fiber Arts Crafting Circle

Pierson Library 5376 Shelburne Rd., Shelburne, VT, United States

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…

Adventures Then & Now Book Club: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn

Pierson Library 5376 Shelburne Rd., Shelburne, VT, United States

Adventures Then & Now Book Club continues this month with Mark Twain's 1884 novel The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. Controversial to some, absolutely seminal to what we think of as literature, revisit an American classic and rediscover for yourself what the hooplah was about. This conversation promises to be enlightening and will pave the way…

Noontime Poetry Reading Society

Pierson Library 5376 Shelburne Rd., Shelburne, VT, United States

Nearly every Tuesday from noon to 1, we will meet in the large community room and we will work our way systematically through whole books of poetry. Taking turns taking the lectern and reading aloud the words of our dead, distant, and near alike. In this way, the air will be filled with visions, the…

Adventures in AI Art

Pierson Library 5376 Shelburne Rd., Shelburne, VT, United States

Unlock the fascinating world of Generative AI Art in our three-part workshop series! Dive into a realm where creativity meets technology, and learn how to harness the power of artificial intelligence to create original works of art. In this program designed for AI beginners, participants will explore various AI art platforms, create new works of…

Summer Playdate

Pierson Library 5376 Shelburne Rd., Shelburne, VT, United States

Looking for a place for your little one to play on these warm sunny days? Join us in Town Hall for fun, frolic, and friendship for both littles and their parents/caretakers. Appropriate for ages 2 to 5. No advanced registration is necessary.

Summer Gamers

Pierson Library 5376 Shelburne Rd., Shelburne, VT, United States

Summer's almost over, but gaming is still on at the library! Join us every 2:00pm on Wednesday for gaming on the PS5, hanging out with your friends, and snacks.

Choose Your Own Adventure Writing Group

Pierson Library 5376 Shelburne Rd., Shelburne, VT, United States

For our second to last Choose Your Own Adventure Writing group we will focus on editing. Outsiders are still welcome to join but it's gonna be a lot of fine peeping and fiddling! We can't wait to unveil the finished product to y'all!

3-2-1 Blast Off! Rockets at the Library

Pierson Library 5376 Shelburne Rd., Shelburne, VT, United States

Aspiring astronauts build their own cardboard rocket ships to play in and enjoy and afternoon of space themed games and crafts. Recommended for ages 4-9. Registration required.

Second Thursday Lecture Series: Birds of Vermont Museum

Pierson Library 5376 Shelburne Rd., Shelburne, VT, United States

Tonight, at our Second Thursday lecture series, we're joined by members of the Birds of Vermont Museum out of Huntington. Thier miraculous museum and bird sanctuary lie at the interstice of art and natural history, housing and showcasing 495 biologically accurate woodcarvings by the late, great woodcarver and Vermont naturalist, Bob Spear. Most natural history…