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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation
DESCRIPTION:“With Our Thoughts We Create the World”* \nJoin us for four Wednesday afternoons this fall\, to learn and practice the four foundations of Mindfulness in a warm\, receptive environment with Judith McClain\, a seasoned teacher. \nThe benefits of a regular Mindfulness practice include increased patience with self and others; resilience in the face of adversity; a calm body and mind; stress reduction; a deep enjoyment of life itself; and perhaps best of all\, befriending ourselves with kindness and mercy in challenging moments. \n\nNo prior meditation experience is necessary\nEach session will build upon the previous session\nAll are welcome!\n\nPreregistration for these free sessions is requested\, not required. Please complete this brief form or email Programs@NormanWilliams.org. \nJudith McClain (MFA) has taught meditation and yoga for 27 years. She has developed courses on mindfulness\, compassion\, and the psychology of mindfulness at Salve Regina University. She credits Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach among her teachers and sits regularly with the Valley Insight Meditation Society in Lebanon. Judy founded the Grace School of Yoga in 2009 to train teachers; she continues to educate yoga teachers and meditators. \n* from Siddhartha Gautama
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/mindfulness-meditation/2025-10-01
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T113000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T135802Z
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SUMMARY:Toddler Story Time
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy stories\, socializing\, and often a project tied to the theme of the books we read. \nGeared toward young children aged 20 months to 3½ years\, we gather for 30 minutes to an hour\, depending on attention spans. \nInformation on our other scheduled Story Times can be found on the Children’s pages. \nAny changes to the schedule for holidays will be noted on the website calendar. Please email Children@NormanWilliams.org for more information.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/toddler-story-time/2025-10-02
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children & Family Programs,Ongoing Programs,Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T160000
DTSTAMP:20250912T213319Z
CREATED:20250911T194227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T213319Z
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SUMMARY:Knitters' Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Attention knitters! Come and meet with other knitters in the library weekly on Thursday afternoons from 2 to 4 pm.* \nAll knitters – from beginners to experts – are welcome. We will knit together\, learn together\, and provide each other assistance when needed. Bring your current project\, knitting questions or problems\, or a pattern to share. Come when you can\, stay as long as you like! \nFor more information or to be added to the notification list\, please email Programs@NormanWilliams.org. \n* Any adjustments to the schedule will be noted on the website calendar. \n 
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/knitters-meet-up-4-2/2025-10-02
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T160000
DTSTAMP:20251218T171931Z
CREATED:20250912T200928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T171931Z
UID:10000440-1759413600-1759420800@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:Play Bridge at NWPL
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the Norman Williams Public Library host a weekly “party” bridge game at the library weekly on Thursday afternoons.* \nMembers of the Friends will have priority at the tables. These are not bridge lessons\, though beginners are welcome to observe. \nPlease email Peggy Fraser at FraserUSA@gmail.com to reserve a seat or for more information. \n* Any changes to the schedule will be noted on the website calendar.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/play-bridge-at-nwpl/2025-10-02
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T173000
DTSTAMP:20250912T191210Z
CREATED:20250807T155631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T191210Z
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SUMMARY:Poetry Group
DESCRIPTION:Writing poetry is a solitary endeavor. Are you looking for feedback on your poems? You are invited to join the Poetry Group at NWPL for sharing and critique. We meet weekly on Mondays 4 pm for about an hour and a half.* \nWhat does it mean to critique something? According to the Oxford Dictionary\, “noun: critique: a detailed analysis and assessment of something\, especially a literary\, philosophical\, or political theory.” \nSince “critique” has negative connotations\, we operate in workshop format. How? Billy Collins suggested “5 Things to Consider When Analyzing Poetry in an online ‘MasterClass.’” \n“Poetry involves different elements like language\, rhythm\, and structure. Together\, they tell a story and create a complexity that is unique to poetic verse. When studying poems in-depth\, look at these individual elements: \n\nTheme: Poetry often conveys a message through figurative language. The central idea and the subject matter can reveal the underlying theme of a poem.\nLanguage: From word choice to imagery\, language creates the mood and tone of a poem. The way language is arranged also impacts the rhythm of a poem.\nSound and rhythm: The syllabic patterns and stresses create the metrical pattern of a poem.\nStructure: The framework of a poem’s structure affects how it is meant to be read. A poet sculpts their story around stanzas\, line breaks\, rhyme patterns\, punctuation\, and pauses.\nContext: The who\, what\, where\, when\, and why of a poem can help explain its purpose. Look at these elements to discover the context of a poem.”\n\nThis group is open to all; RSVP is appreciated. Please email Programs@NormanWilliams.org. \n* Any changes to the schedule will be noted on the website calendar.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/poetry-group/2025-10-06
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T233000
DTSTAMP:20250912T191252Z
CREATED:20250912T185956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T191252Z
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SUMMARY:Needlepoint Get-togethers
DESCRIPTION:Calling all needlework enthusiasts! Join us Tuesday mornings at 10 am. \nThis is an informal gathering\, welcoming needleworkers at all levels. \nBring your work in progress\, needles\, and threads or yarns\, for a morning of sharing and encouragement.\nStitch by stitch… \nPlease email Programs@NormanWilliams.org for more information. \n* Any changes to the schedule will be noted on the website calendar.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/needlepoint-get-togethers/2025-10-07
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T110000
DTSTAMP:20251006T161759Z
CREATED:20251006T161758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T161759Z
UID:10000294-1759833000-1759834800@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:Baby Story Time
DESCRIPTION:This Story Time gathering features short stories\, interspersed with songs\, finger puppet plays\, free play\, and more. Geared for children aged birth to 20 months\, we meet for about 20 minutes. \nInformation on our other scheduled Story Times can be found on the Children’s pages. \nAny changes to the schedule for holidays will be noted on the website calendar. Please email Children@NormanWilliams.org for more information.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/baby-story-time-3/2025-10-07
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children & Family Programs,Ongoing Programs,Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T170000
DTSTAMP:20251222T210534Z
CREATED:20250913T144018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T210534Z
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SUMMARY:Family Game Days
DESCRIPTION:Do you like to play card games? Want to practice board game strategies? Enjoy matching wits with friends?  \nParents\, are you interested in introducing an old favorite to your kids or learning a new game together?  \nThe Library has a selection of games for you to explore. \nMeet up with other players at NWPL on the first Tuesday of the month between 3 and 5 pm beginning in October. This first series will run through December. \nPre-registration is helpful\, but if you find yourself with a free afternoon\, please don’t hesitate to join us. Email Children@NormanWilliams.org with questions.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/family-game-days/2025-10-07
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children & Family Programs,Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T151500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T163000
DTSTAMP:20250930T155736Z
CREATED:20250930T140941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T155736Z
UID:10000703-1759850100-1759854600@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:Kids' Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:Looking for other kids who share your excitement for playing chess? Is everyone at home getting tired of being asked to play?! NWPL has a solution for you: Chess Club! \nChallenge yourself while practicing your strategies against an opponent. Whether you come with some friends or make some new ones here\, it will be a fun time spent with like-minded kids. \nWe’ll set up the chessboards in the Room of Requirement\, away from noise and distractions. Bring your own set if you have a favorite. \nThis series\, geared toward students in grades 3-6\,  will run through Thanksgiving\, to be extended if players wish. (Please note that the library will be closed\, as will schools\, on Veterans’ Day\, November 11.) \nDon’t hesitate to get in touch with the Children’s librarians for more information or to sign up. \n“Chess helps you to concentrate\, improve your logic. It teaches you to play by the rules and take responsibility for your actions\, how to problem solve in an uncertain environment.” – Garry Kasparov
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/kids-chess-club/2025-10-07
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children & Family Programs,Youth Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T190000
DTSTAMP:20250924T183134Z
CREATED:20250916T140131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T183134Z
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SUMMARY:Time to Talk Books | Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:NWPL’s “What’s On Your Nightstand” Book Discussion Group on Tuesday mornings is so popular\, we are forming a second group that will meet monthly in the early evening. \nLike WOYN\, “Time to Talk Books” has no assigned reading! We invite you to join us to learn what others are excited about reading\, recommend authors and titles\, talk about audio narrators\, explore book jacket designs\, and discuss other reading-related topics. \nWe will meet in person at NWPL and offer a hybrid Zoom option for anyone interested. Please register so we can send the link and – more importantly – contact you if the meeting needs to be changed for any reason. To sign up\, fill out the online form or email Programs@NormanWilliams.org.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/time-to-talk-books-discussion-group/2025-10-07
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion Group,Ongoing Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T193000
DTSTAMP:20251002T201121Z
CREATED:20250913T143038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T201121Z
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SUMMARY:Author Event: Courtney Floyd | Higher Magic
DESCRIPTION:Join the Yankee Bookshop and NWPL to celebrate the launch of Higher Magic by local author Courtney Floyd! \nIn this incisive\, irreverent\, and whimsical cozy dark academia novel\, a struggling mage student with intense anxiety must prove that classic literature contained magic—and learn to wield her own stories to change her institution for the better. \nFirst-generation graduate student Dorothe Bartleby has one last chance to pass the Magic program’s qualifying exam after freezing with anxiety during her first attempt. If she fails to demonstrate that magic in classic literature changed the world\, she’ll be kicked out of the university. And now her advisor insists she reframe her entire dissertation using Digimancy. While mages have found a way to combine computers and magic\, Bartleby’s fated to never make it work. \nThis time is no exception. Her revised working goes horribly wrong\, creating a talking skull named Anne that narrates Bartleby’s inner thoughts—even the most embarrassing ones—like she’s a heroine in a Jane Austen novel. Out of her depth\, she recruits James\, an unfairly attractive mage candidate\, to help her stop Anne’s glitches in time for her exam. \nInstead\, Anne leads them to a shocking and dangerous discovery: Magic students who seek disability accommodations are disappearing—quite literally. When the administration fails to act\, Bartleby must learn to trust her own knowledge and skills. Otherwise\, she risks losing both the missing students and her future as a mage\, permanently. \n+++ \nCourtney Floyd is a neurodivergent fantasy author who grew up in New Mexico\, where she learned to write between tarantula turf wars and apocalyptic dust storms. She currently lives at the bottom of a haunted mountain in the woods of Vermont with her partner and pets. Higher Magic is her debut novel. \nCourtney has a PhD in British Literature and a penchant for irreverent literary allusions. Her short stories have appeared in publications including Fireside Magazine\, Small Wonders\, and Haven Spec\, and her audio drama\, The Way We Haunt Now\, is available wherever you get your podcasts. \n+++ \nThis event is free and open to all! The Yankee Bookshop is co-host and will be on hand with books for purchase and autographing.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/author-event-courtney-floyd-higher-magic
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Author Event,Special Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T174500
DTSTAMP:20250926T140823Z
CREATED:20250913T142215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T140823Z
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation
DESCRIPTION:“With Our Thoughts We Create the World”* \nJoin us for four Wednesday afternoons this fall\, to learn and practice the four foundations of Mindfulness in a warm\, receptive environment with Judith McClain\, a seasoned teacher. \nThe benefits of a regular Mindfulness practice include increased patience with self and others; resilience in the face of adversity; a calm body and mind; stress reduction; a deep enjoyment of life itself; and perhaps best of all\, befriending ourselves with kindness and mercy in challenging moments. \n\nNo prior meditation experience is necessary\nEach session will build upon the previous session\nAll are welcome!\n\nPreregistration for these free sessions is requested\, not required. Please complete this brief form or email Programs@NormanWilliams.org. \nJudith McClain (MFA) has taught meditation and yoga for 27 years. She has developed courses on mindfulness\, compassion\, and the psychology of mindfulness at Salve Regina University. She credits Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach among her teachers and sits regularly with the Valley Insight Meditation Society in Lebanon. Judy founded the Grace School of Yoga in 2009 to train teachers; she continues to educate yoga teachers and meditators. \n* from Siddhartha Gautama
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/mindfulness-meditation/2025-10-08
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T113000
DTSTAMP:20250913T135802Z
CREATED:20250912T192750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T135802Z
UID:10000363-1760005800-1760009400@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:Toddler Story Time
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy stories\, socializing\, and often a project tied to the theme of the books we read. \nGeared toward young children aged 20 months to 3½ years\, we gather for 30 minutes to an hour\, depending on attention spans. \nInformation on our other scheduled Story Times can be found on the Children’s pages. \nAny changes to the schedule for holidays will be noted on the website calendar. Please email Children@NormanWilliams.org for more information.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/toddler-story-time/2025-10-09
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children & Family Programs,Ongoing Programs,Youth Programs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T160000
DTSTAMP:20250912T213319Z
CREATED:20250911T194227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T213319Z
UID:10000536-1760018400-1760025600@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:Knitters' Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Attention knitters! Come and meet with other knitters in the library weekly on Thursday afternoons from 2 to 4 pm.* \nAll knitters – from beginners to experts – are welcome. We will knit together\, learn together\, and provide each other assistance when needed. Bring your current project\, knitting questions or problems\, or a pattern to share. Come when you can\, stay as long as you like! \nFor more information or to be added to the notification list\, please email Programs@NormanWilliams.org. \n* Any adjustments to the schedule will be noted on the website calendar. \n 
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/knitters-meet-up-4-2/2025-10-09
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T160000
DTSTAMP:20251218T171931Z
CREATED:20250912T200928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T171931Z
UID:10000441-1760018400-1760025600@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:Play Bridge at NWPL
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the Norman Williams Public Library host a weekly “party” bridge game at the library weekly on Thursday afternoons.* \nMembers of the Friends will have priority at the tables. These are not bridge lessons\, though beginners are welcome to observe. \nPlease email Peggy Fraser at FraserUSA@gmail.com to reserve a seat or for more information. \n* Any changes to the schedule will be noted on the website calendar.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/play-bridge-at-nwpl/2025-10-09
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing Programs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T204000
DTSTAMP:20251002T201044Z
CREATED:20251002T132837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T201044Z
UID:10000710-1760032800-1760042400@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:Family Movie Night: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
DESCRIPTION:Start the long weekend with a special screening of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets\, on the Mezzanine’s big screen. We’ll provide snacks. Feel free to bring pillows\, blankets\, stuffies… \nIn this second movie of the series\, the young wizards face new challenges during their second year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.  The Heir of Salazar Slytherin opens the Chamber of Secrets\, unleashing a monster that terrorizes the school. \nView the trailer HERE! \nDetails: \n\nRated PG\, 160 minutes (2 hours\, 40 minutes)\nChildren 10 and younger must be accompanied at all times by an adult (or responsible adolescent who is at least 14 years old).\nAll unaccompanied minors must be picked up by 9 pm.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/family-movie-hp2
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children & Family Programs,Movies,Youth Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T113000
DTSTAMP:20250913T135902Z
CREATED:20250912T194532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T135902Z
UID:10000424-1760178600-1760182200@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:Second Saturday Story Time | Featuring Community Elders as Guest Readers
DESCRIPTION:Grandparents\, parents\, and caregivers are invited to bring their young charges to enjoy a story – or a few – read by volunteer “grands” and other elders in our community. Discover new picture books or savor old favorites with the newest family members. Stop by the library on the 2nd Saturday at 10:30 to join the fun! Everyone is welcome. \nAre you interested in reading to young listeners? Contact the Children’s Librarians: 802.457.2295 x 102\, email Children@NormanWilliams.org\, or stop by to find out how to join the roster. \nInformation on our other scheduled Story Times can be found on the Children’s pages. \nWe’ll take a break in December and be back in January.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/second-saturday-story-time-featuring-community-elders-as-guest-readers/2025-10-11
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children & Family Programs,Ongoing Programs,Youth Programs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T143000
DTSTAMP:20250913T144927Z
CREATED:20250913T144927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T144927Z
UID:10000610-1760187600-1760193000@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:Author Event: Gesine Bullock-Prado | My Harvest Kitchen
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a conversation with Gesine Bullock-Prado about her new cookbook\, My Harvest Kitchen: 100+ Recipes to Savor the Seasons. She will be speaking with Mary Anna King about gardening\, cooking\, writing\, teaching\, and more. \nOur co-hosts\, Yankee Bookshop will have early copies of the book for purchase and signing. This event is free & open to all; space is limited: first come\, first seated. \nIn this new cookbook\, Gesine Bullock-Prado invites her fans into her kitchen\, where the harvest is local. Whether she’s picked the lettuce from her own garden\, visited a farmers’ market\, or shopped at the local grocery store\, her seasonal cooking is accessible to all readers. Delicious recipes share the page with fan-favorite family stories and tips on growing food\, understanding the soil\, and more\, for aspirational (and actual) gardeners. \nBullock-Prado once dreamed of homesteading—living off the land\, cooking pies with scavenged berries\, keeping bees and savoring the honey\, and foraging all things wild—but was not wholly successful. Her hybrid approach is on display here\, and she encourages readers to be realistic and celebrate fresh ingredients wherever they were grown. From Zucchini Waffles to Pickled Peaches\, Green Mountain Carbonara to Key Lime Ice Cream Pie\, Peony Jelly to Preserved Lemons\, these are dishes to make time and again. \n+++ \nGesine Bullock-Prado is a renowned pastry chef\, cookbook author\, baking instructor and television personality. She is the author of six well-received baking books and a baking memoir. Her confections have been featured in publications from Better Homes and Gardens to People Magazine\, and she’s a regular food presenter on the Today Show. She is the owner and baking instructor at Sugar Glider Kitchen in Hartford\, VT. \nMary King is a writer and former restaurant manager living in Quechee\, Vermont. Mary spent more than a decade working in some of the most celebrated restaurants in the country. Her writing has appeared in The Rumpus and The Toast; her restaurant expertise has been featured in the Huffington Post\, Modern Restaurant Management\, and the Food Institute. She is currently the senior restaurant writer for FitSmallBusiness.com.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/author-event-gesine-bullock-prado-my-harvest-kitchen
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Author Event,Special Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251014
DTSTAMP:20250912T142525Z
CREATED:20250911T153338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T142525Z
UID:10000040-1760313600-1760399999@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:Indigenous Peoples' Day | NWPL Closed
DESCRIPTION:U.S. Indigenous Peoples’ Day\, observed on the second Monday of October\, is a time to honor the cultures and histories of Native American peoples. \nThis holiday arose as an alternative to Columbus Day\, which Native Americans protested for honoring a man who had enabled their colonization and forced assimilation. Former Gov. Peter Shumlin began observing Indigenous Peoples’ Day by gubernatorial proclamation in 2016\, a tradition that his successor\, Gov. Phil Scott\, signed into law in 2019. The change was made to “aid in the cultural development of Vermont’s recognized tribes.” \nWe encourage you to identify and acknowledge the Native land we live on and learn more about Indigenous peoples and cultures. \n*** \nWhen the library is closed\, patrons can use our online catalog to renew books\, and place books on hold in addition to accessing eBooks\, eAudiobooks\, and movies to download and stream.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/indigenous-peoples-day-nwpl-closed
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday Hours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T233000
DTSTAMP:20250912T191252Z
CREATED:20250912T185956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T191252Z
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SUMMARY:Needlepoint Get-togethers
DESCRIPTION:Calling all needlework enthusiasts! Join us Tuesday mornings at 10 am. \nThis is an informal gathering\, welcoming needleworkers at all levels. \nBring your work in progress\, needles\, and threads or yarns\, for a morning of sharing and encouragement.\nStitch by stitch… \nPlease email Programs@NormanWilliams.org for more information. \n* Any changes to the schedule will be noted on the website calendar.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/needlepoint-get-togethers/2025-10-14
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T110000
DTSTAMP:20251006T161759Z
CREATED:20251006T161758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T161759Z
UID:10000295-1760437800-1760439600@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:Baby Story Time
DESCRIPTION:This Story Time gathering features short stories\, interspersed with songs\, finger puppet plays\, free play\, and more. Geared for children aged birth to 20 months\, we meet for about 20 minutes. \nInformation on our other scheduled Story Times can be found on the Children’s pages. \nAny changes to the schedule for holidays will be noted on the website calendar. Please email Children@NormanWilliams.org for more information.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/baby-story-time-3/2025-10-14
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children & Family Programs,Ongoing Programs,Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T120000
DTSTAMP:20250916T140229Z
CREATED:20250915T203702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T140229Z
UID:10000636-1760437800-1760443200@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:What’s On Your Nightstand? | Book Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:This is NOT your usual Book Club! There is no assigned reading…. We chat about books you’re currently reading\, books you’ve loved\, and the books you’ve always wanted to read. \nAlong with great recommendations\, our discussions have ranged from the design and appeal of book jackets\, the ebook revolution\, listening to audiobooks\, which books we reread and why\, and the craft of writing. \nLibrarian Kathy Beaird has led this monthly gathering for over a decade. Everyone comes away energized and eager for more. Drop-ins welcome! \nFor annotated lists of participants’ past book recommendations\, please visit the Book Discussion Group page. \nEmail Programs@NormanWilliams.org with questions or the link to join via Zoom if you can’t make it in person.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/whats-on-your-nightstand/2025-10-14
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion Group,Ongoing Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T151500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T163000
DTSTAMP:20250930T155736Z
CREATED:20250930T140941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T155736Z
UID:10000704-1760454900-1760459400@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:Kids' Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:Looking for other kids who share your excitement for playing chess? Is everyone at home getting tired of being asked to play?! NWPL has a solution for you: Chess Club! \nChallenge yourself while practicing your strategies against an opponent. Whether you come with some friends or make some new ones here\, it will be a fun time spent with like-minded kids. \nWe’ll set up the chessboards in the Room of Requirement\, away from noise and distractions. Bring your own set if you have a favorite. \nThis series\, geared toward students in grades 3-6\,  will run through Thanksgiving\, to be extended if players wish. (Please note that the library will be closed\, as will schools\, on Veterans’ Day\, November 11.) \nDon’t hesitate to get in touch with the Children’s librarians for more information or to sign up. \n“Chess helps you to concentrate\, improve your logic. It teaches you to play by the rules and take responsibility for your actions\, how to problem solve in an uncertain environment.” – Garry Kasparov
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/kids-chess-club/2025-10-14
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children & Family Programs,Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T193000
DTSTAMP:20250914T175342Z
CREATED:20250914T175342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250914T175342Z
UID:10000619-1760464800-1760470200@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:The Power of Words: Finding Community in the Dementia Journey with L. Annette Binder
DESCRIPTION:Award-winning author L. Annette Binder will read from her new memoir\, Child of Earth and Starry Heaven\, an account of her mother Helena’s struggle with dementia. The author turns to mythology\, poetry\, science\, and history in her quest to find meaning\, community\, and beauty as her mother’s cognition declines. \nScheduled in conjunction with the Upper Valley Walk to End Alzheimer’s\, which will take place on October 26\, this event will provide a forum and a sense of community for those whose lives have been touched by dementia. There will be opportunities for interactive discussion and a short Memory Board activity honoring loved ones living with dementia. A list of curated books and other resources will be available. \nL. Annette Binder was born in Germany and immigrated to the United States as a child. She holds degrees in Classics and law from Harvard\, an MA in Comparative Literature from UC Berkeley and an MFA from the Programs in Writing at UC Irvine. Her short story collection Rise (Sarabande) received the Mary McCarthy Prize\, and her stories have been included in the Pushcart and O. Henry Prize Anthologies. Her debut novel The Vanishing Sky (Bloomsbury) was a New York Times Book Review Selection for Summer and received the Eyelands International Book Award. She lives in New Hampshire with her family. \nJames Brown\, author of Apology to the Young Addict\, calls the book “a hauntingly powerful work of the sort only the very best of writers may hope to achieve in a lifetime\,” while Harvard neuroscientist Daniel L. Schacter finds it “an essential book that both moves and informs.” \nThe Yankee Bookshop will be on hand with copies of Child of Earth and Starry Heaven for purchase and signing.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/power-of-words
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Author Event,Special Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T174500
DTSTAMP:20250926T140823Z
CREATED:20250913T142215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T140823Z
UID:10000603-1760545800-1760550300@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation
DESCRIPTION:“With Our Thoughts We Create the World”* \nJoin us for four Wednesday afternoons this fall\, to learn and practice the four foundations of Mindfulness in a warm\, receptive environment with Judith McClain\, a seasoned teacher. \nThe benefits of a regular Mindfulness practice include increased patience with self and others; resilience in the face of adversity; a calm body and mind; stress reduction; a deep enjoyment of life itself; and perhaps best of all\, befriending ourselves with kindness and mercy in challenging moments. \n\nNo prior meditation experience is necessary\nEach session will build upon the previous session\nAll are welcome!\n\nPreregistration for these free sessions is requested\, not required. Please complete this brief form or email Programs@NormanWilliams.org. \nJudith McClain (MFA) has taught meditation and yoga for 27 years. She has developed courses on mindfulness\, compassion\, and the psychology of mindfulness at Salve Regina University. She credits Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach among her teachers and sits regularly with the Valley Insight Meditation Society in Lebanon. Judy founded the Grace School of Yoga in 2009 to train teachers; she continues to educate yoga teachers and meditators. \n* from Siddhartha Gautama
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/mindfulness-meditation/2025-10-15
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T113000
DTSTAMP:20250913T135802Z
CREATED:20250912T192750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T135802Z
UID:10000364-1760610600-1760614200@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:Toddler Story Time
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy stories\, socializing\, and often a project tied to the theme of the books we read. \nGeared toward young children aged 20 months to 3½ years\, we gather for 30 minutes to an hour\, depending on attention spans. \nInformation on our other scheduled Story Times can be found on the Children’s pages. \nAny changes to the schedule for holidays will be noted on the website calendar. Please email Children@NormanWilliams.org for more information.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/toddler-story-time/2025-10-16
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children & Family Programs,Ongoing Programs,Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T160000
DTSTAMP:20250912T213319Z
CREATED:20250911T194227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T213319Z
UID:10000537-1760623200-1760630400@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:Knitters' Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Attention knitters! Come and meet with other knitters in the library weekly on Thursday afternoons from 2 to 4 pm.* \nAll knitters – from beginners to experts – are welcome. We will knit together\, learn together\, and provide each other assistance when needed. Bring your current project\, knitting questions or problems\, or a pattern to share. Come when you can\, stay as long as you like! \nFor more information or to be added to the notification list\, please email Programs@NormanWilliams.org. \n* Any adjustments to the schedule will be noted on the website calendar. \n 
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/knitters-meet-up-4-2/2025-10-16
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T160000
DTSTAMP:20251218T171931Z
CREATED:20250912T200928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T171931Z
UID:10000442-1760623200-1760630400@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:Play Bridge at NWPL
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the Norman Williams Public Library host a weekly “party” bridge game at the library weekly on Thursday afternoons.* \nMembers of the Friends will have priority at the tables. These are not bridge lessons\, though beginners are welcome to observe. \nPlease email Peggy Fraser at FraserUSA@gmail.com to reserve a seat or for more information. \n* Any changes to the schedule will be noted on the website calendar.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/play-bridge-at-nwpl/2025-10-16
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T173000
DTSTAMP:20250912T191210Z
CREATED:20250807T155631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T191210Z
UID:10000010-1760976000-1760981400@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:Poetry Group
DESCRIPTION:Writing poetry is a solitary endeavor. Are you looking for feedback on your poems? You are invited to join the Poetry Group at NWPL for sharing and critique. We meet weekly on Mondays 4 pm for about an hour and a half.* \nWhat does it mean to critique something? According to the Oxford Dictionary\, “noun: critique: a detailed analysis and assessment of something\, especially a literary\, philosophical\, or political theory.” \nSince “critique” has negative connotations\, we operate in workshop format. How? Billy Collins suggested “5 Things to Consider When Analyzing Poetry in an online ‘MasterClass.’” \n“Poetry involves different elements like language\, rhythm\, and structure. Together\, they tell a story and create a complexity that is unique to poetic verse. When studying poems in-depth\, look at these individual elements: \n\nTheme: Poetry often conveys a message through figurative language. The central idea and the subject matter can reveal the underlying theme of a poem.\nLanguage: From word choice to imagery\, language creates the mood and tone of a poem. The way language is arranged also impacts the rhythm of a poem.\nSound and rhythm: The syllabic patterns and stresses create the metrical pattern of a poem.\nStructure: The framework of a poem’s structure affects how it is meant to be read. A poet sculpts their story around stanzas\, line breaks\, rhyme patterns\, punctuation\, and pauses.\nContext: The who\, what\, where\, when\, and why of a poem can help explain its purpose. Look at these elements to discover the context of a poem.”\n\nThis group is open to all; RSVP is appreciated. Please email Programs@NormanWilliams.org. \n* Any changes to the schedule will be noted on the website calendar.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/poetry-group/2025-10-20
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T173000
DTSTAMP:20250916T134430Z
CREATED:20250915T210148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T134430Z
UID:10000653-1760976000-1760981400@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:Read Betwen the Lines | Book Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to Read Between the Lines\, a discussion group with a focus on fiction. \n\nWe are fortunate to have Donna Steed facilitate this gathering of eclectic readers. Donna is a retired Special Educator teacher/administrator who loves all books and has been involved with many different book clubs from Texas to London! She is very involved in the community and a long-time volunteer at NWPL. \nRead Between the Lines meets monthly – in person and/or via Zoom – usually on the 4th Wednesday at 4 pm. Any changes to the schedule will be noted on this website calendar. \nFor current\, future\, and past book selections\, please visit the Book Discussion Group page. \nPlease email Programs@NormanWilliams.org with questions or the link to join remotely.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/read-betwen-the-lines-book-discussion-group/2025-10-20
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion Group,Ongoing Programs
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