ONGOING PROGRAMS:
Events:
Funding for these events comes in part from the VT Department of Libraries
and our Friends organizations.
and our Friends organizations.
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MRV Libraries at the Market
Mad River Green, Waitsfield Saturday, June 28th 9 am - 1 pm (drop-in) Visit the MRV Libraries at the Waitsfield Farmer’s Market and help decorate a banner for the Warren 4th of July Parade! |
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Pond Exploration
Bliss Ridge Farm, Moretown Sunday, July 6th 10 am A Mad River Valley Summer Learning classic, for the second year at Bliss Ridge Farm! Join us and discover underwater life in this hands-on adventure for all ages. We'll supply buckets, nets, magnifying glasses, and guidebooks, but feel free to bring your own favorite pond exploring tools! |
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Crafternoons at the Libraries
Come craft with us! There will be a different craft available at each library _ Natural Pigments Joslin Memorial Library/the River Bank Wednesday, July 9th 3 - 4:30 pm We'll meet at the Library then head over to the Eddy by the Covered Bridge. We're using a mortar and pestle to make pigments from rocks which we'll test out on paper AND use as face and body paint (bathing suits recommended for maximum canvas space and easy clean up). _ Felting Warren Public Library Friday, July 18th 3 - 4:30 pm Use wool roving to wet felt a caterpillar friend! _ Paint a Rock Moretown Community Library Monday, July 21st 3-4:30 pm Decorate a rock with paint! |
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Clothing Upcycling & Pizza Party
Joslin Memorial Library Friday, July 11th 5:30-7:30 pm **REGISTRATION REQUIRED** Join local artist and mender Meg Reinhold and remake our clothes into something new! Please bring a few items of clothing that are asking for an update, whether they need a patch or could just use some pizzazz. We'll learn the basics of mending from Meg and experiment with painting, stamping, nature prints and more. See how much you can transform your clothes by the end of the evening! We'll need some fuel for this fashion-y fete, so pizza provided by the Friends of Joslin Library will be served. This program is drop-off friendly for kids 10 and older, but younger children may also participate along with an adult caregiver. |
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Color our Twirly Whirly World
Warren Public Library Saturday, July 12th 3-4:30 pm Join puppeteer Sarah Frechette of Puppetkabob for a performance of The Snowflake Man, inspired by Wilson "Snowflake" Bentley, the self-educated farmer and scientist who attracted world attention when he became the first person to photograph a single snow crystal. The Snowflake Man swings audiences into the historic 1920s through creative storytelling, intricately designed Czech-style marionettes, and a striking pop-up book of water color scenery. The magic continues with a hands-on workshop after the show where we will celebrate the summer weather by creating twirling whirling windsocks filled with color and character. |
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Ccommunity Art: Color My World
Moretown Community Library Saturday, July 19th 10 am-1 pm Drop in for a vibrant community art session with local artist Beth Kendrick where imagination shines and stories come to life! Turn old, forgotten CDs into works of art that show the world what brings color to your life. We will then put them together into one collective piece of art for the community to enjoy. All materials are provided, just bring your imagination. Can’t make the date or time? No problem, there will be take home kits with instructions to do on your own at all three MRV Libraries. RSVP requested, best suited for ages 5 and up |
Photo courtesy of the Valley Reporter
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Family Hike
Boyce Hill Town Forest, Fayston Sunday, July 27th 10 am 7/27 - 9 am Update: Weather looks good! We'll see you there! Meet us at the gate to Boyce Hill for a family-friendly adventure hike! We'll head to the summit together, play some hiking games, do color-themed activities, and catch some amazing views. This hike is a 1.2 mile out-and-back hike with wide trails that make for easy hiking for most ages and abilities. Backpack/other carriers recommended for the youngest hikers. Please note parking is limited - carpooling encouraged. |
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Big Art Party
Moretown Recreation Fields Saturday, August 2nd 4-6 pm Celebrate the end of our Summer Learning Program with art stations big and small, snacks, music and a viewing of our Community Art Project! |
ONGOING PROGRAMS:
Storywalks®Chase Brook Trail The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds Be sure to check out the Fairy and Gnome Village at the end! Warren Path TBA Moretown Rec Fields TBA Special thanks to the Mad River Path Association and the Fayston Conservation Commission |
STorytimes
Joslin Memorial Library Mondays, 10 am ___ Warren Public Library Wednesdays, 10:30 am ___ Moretown Library's storytime will be taking its summer break. |