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SUMMARY:Exploring Irish Literature Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Explore Irish Literature with a book discussion group facilitated by Karen Copenhaver and Colleen Warren at NWPL. We’ll gather on the fourth Tuesday each month\, 10:30 am. \nIrish literature is a rich field for discussion. From ancient mythology to modern society\, Irish writers tackle urban and rural issues\, political and religious divides\, and the challenges and joys of life with honesty and humor. \nPlease come with suggestions – fiction and non-fiction\, contemporary and historical. All are welcome!
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/irish-lit/2026-09-22
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T143000
DTSTAMP:20260723T172659Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T172659Z
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SUMMARY:Warren Leach | Beyond Blooms: Design with Color\, Structure\, and Seasonal Senescence
DESCRIPTION:Warren Leach\, an award-winning landscape designer\, will present “Beyond Blooms: Design with Color\, Structure\, and Seasonal Senescence” to the Woodstock Garden Club at the Norman Williams Public Library. A social gathering begins at 12:30\, followed by the program at 1:00 pm. This is an open meeting\, and all are welcome. \nLocated in Rehoboth\, MA\, Leach’s Tranquil Lake Nursery specializes in daylilies\, irises\, distinctive perennials\, and woody plants. In this presentation\, he will highlight woody and herbaceous plants with good foliage color\, architectural structure\, multi-seasonal interest\, and stunning shape that can be used in a diversity of ways to complement flowers in a mixed border. \nWarren Leach has taught horticulture and landscape design at numerous horticultural institutions throughout the Northeast and has twice received the National Landscape Association Regional Certificate of Merit for Residential Design. He will have copies of his book\, Plants for the Winter Garden: Perennials\, Grasses\, Shrubs\, and Trees to Add Interest in the Cold and Snow\, available.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/w-leach
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:20260922T151500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T163000
DTSTAMP:20260806T184215Z
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SUMMARY:Kids' Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:With the new school year\, chess returns to the library! This series\, geared toward students in grades 3-6\, will run through the fall. We’ll set up the chessboards in the Room of Requirement\, away from noise and distractions. \nChallenge yourself while practicing your strategies against an opponent. Whether you come with friends or make new ones here\, it will be a fun time spent with like-minded kids. \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-7/2026-09-22
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:20260923T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T173000
DTSTAMP:20250916T134430Z
CREATED:20250915T210148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T134430Z
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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/2026-09-23
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:20260924T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T113000
DTSTAMP:20250913T135802Z
CREATED:20250912T192750Z
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/2026-09-24
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:20260924T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T160000
DTSTAMP:20260129T165758Z
CREATED:20260112T151551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T165758Z
UID:10000487-1790258400-1790265600@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:Play Bridge at NWPL
DESCRIPTION:Looking to play “party” bridge? Join us on Thursday afternoons for a weekly game!* \n(These are not bridge lessons\, though beginners are welcome to observe.) \nPlease email Peggy Fraser at FraserUSA@gmail.com for more information or reserve a seat. \n* Any changes to the schedule will be noted on the website calendar.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/play-bridge-at-nwpl-3/2026-09-24
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:20260924T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T160000
DTSTAMP:20260326T194102Z
CREATED:20260326T194101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T194102Z
UID:10000582-1790258400-1790265600@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-4-2-2/2026-09-24
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:20260925T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T153000
DTSTAMP:20260706T135707Z
CREATED:20260706T135707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T135707Z
UID:10000821-1790341200-1790350200@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:Play Mahjong
DESCRIPTION:Travel\, guests\, and gardens are keeping the Mahjong players busy this summer. Our weekly Mahjong games on Friday afternoons at 1 pm will resume right after Labor Day\, on September 11.* \nTo welcome players of all skill levels\, we set up at least two tables: one for experienced players and a second for those newer to the game. Please consider bringing a Mahjong set if you have one. \nMahjong is a tile-based game of skill\, strategy\, and luck that developed in China in the 19th century. Since the early 20th century\, variations have spread around the world. The group at the library plays American Mahjong. \n* Any changes to the schedule will be noted on the website calendar.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/play-mahjong-2-2-2/2026-09-25
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:20260925T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T200000
DTSTAMP:20260812T200552Z
CREATED:20260812T200552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T200552Z
UID:10001093-1790361000-1790366400@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:Free Family Movie Night | Fantastic Mr Fox – on the big screen
DESCRIPTION:A wily fox tries to outsmart three mean-spirited farmers and steal their chickens; the feud eventually escalates into a battle between the farmers and a community of cunning animals. \nBased on the beloved book by Roald Dahl\, Wes Anderson wrote and directed this award-winning animation from Twentieth Century Fox. \nWatch the TRAILER HERE. \nDetails: \n\nPG\, run time 87 minutes (1hr\, 27 min)\nDoors open at 6:00\, movie starts at 6:30 pm.\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 8:15 pm.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/movie8-25-26
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:20260926T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T113000
DTSTAMP:20260421T162641Z
CREATED:20260421T162640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T162641Z
UID:10000888-1790418600-1790422200@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:Family Story Time
DESCRIPTION:Grandparents\, parents\, and caregivers are invited to bring their young charges to enjoy stories. We’ll select picture books about the season\, or a theme\, or perhaps feature new additions to our collection. \nEveryone is welcome on Saturday mornings at 10:30. Discover new picture books or savor old favorites with the younger family members.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/family-story-time-3/2026-09-26
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T173000
DTSTAMP:20250912T191210Z
CREATED:20250807T155631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T191210Z
UID:10000200-1790611200-1790616600@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/2026-09-28
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:20260928T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T180000
DTSTAMP:20250915T143922Z
CREATED:20250912T204545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T143922Z
UID:10000529-1790614800-1790618400@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:NWPL Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Norman Williams Public Library Board of Trustees meets monthly on the 4th Monday at 5:00 pm*\, with the exception of July and December. \nMembers of the public are welcome to attend. Please email Director@NormanWilliams.org at least 48 hours in advance for the link to join via Zoom. \n*Dates and times are subject to change. Be sure to confirm if you plan to attend.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/nwpl-board-of-trustees-monthly-meeting/2026-09-28
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting Notice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T233000
DTSTAMP:20250912T191252Z
CREATED:20250912T185956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T191252Z
UID:10000277-1790676000-1790724600@normanwilliams.org
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/2026-09-29
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:20260929T151500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T163000
DTSTAMP:20260806T184215Z
CREATED:20260806T184215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T184215Z
UID:10001073-1790694900-1790699400@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:Kids' Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:With the new school year\, chess returns to the library! This series\, geared toward students in grades 3-6\, will run through the fall. We’ll set up the chessboards in the Room of Requirement\, away from noise and distractions. \nChallenge yourself while practicing your strategies against an opponent. Whether you come with friends or make new ones here\, it will be a fun time spent with like-minded kids. \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-7/2026-09-29
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children & Family Programs,Youth Programs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T160000
DTSTAMP:20260806T185224Z
CREATED:20260806T185224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T185224Z
UID:10001086-1790780400-1790784000@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:LEGO Club
DESCRIPTION:Let’s Goooooooooooo LEGO! \nNWPL is offering a 6-week\, after-school program for kids in grades 3\, 4\, and 5 to engage their maker minds and builder brains. Come have fun with fellow LEGO enthusiasts in a supportive and creative environment. \nWe’ll get creative by warming up with some timed\, open-ended building activities and then tackle the week’s main challenge theme. \nPhotographs will preserve these efforts and may be posted on our social media to be admired publicly! All projects will be disassembled and returned to bins for the next session. \nSpace is limited; registration is requested. To reserve a space for your child\, please sign up with the Children’s Librarian or email Children@NormanWilliams.org. \nNotes: \n\nPer library policy\, children age 10 and younger must be accompanied by an adult or responsible adolescent who is at least 14 years old.\nPlease leave your personal Lego sets at home.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/lego-club-3/2026-09-30
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children & Family Programs,Youth Programs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T173000
DTSTAMP:20251028T173444Z
CREATED:20251028T173444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T173444Z
UID:10000512-1790784000-1790789400@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:Zentangle Time
DESCRIPTION:Join us monthly on the last Wednesday at 4 pm* to further explore Zentangle: “the easy-to-learn\, relaxing\, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns.” \nThis self-directed group is an offshoot of the Zentangle workshops led by Jenny Dembinski and is an opportunity to draw with others without formal instruction. Occasionally\, the group will receive a bonus workshop with Jenny. \n*Any changes to the schedule will be noted on the website calendar.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/zentangle-time-2/2026-09-30
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:20261001T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T113000
DTSTAMP:20250913T135802Z
CREATED:20250912T192750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T135802Z
UID:10000411-1790850600-1790854200@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/2026-10-01
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:20261001T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T160000
DTSTAMP:20260129T165758Z
CREATED:20260112T151551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T165758Z
UID:10000488-1790863200-1790870400@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:Play Bridge at NWPL
DESCRIPTION:Looking to play “party” bridge? Join us on Thursday afternoons for a weekly game!* \n(These are not bridge lessons\, though beginners are welcome to observe.) \nPlease email Peggy Fraser at FraserUSA@gmail.com for more information or reserve a seat. \n* Any changes to the schedule will be noted on the website calendar.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/play-bridge-at-nwpl-3/2026-10-01
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:20261001T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T160000
DTSTAMP:20260326T194102Z
CREATED:20260326T194101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T194102Z
UID:10000583-1790863200-1790870400@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-4-2-2/2026-10-01
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:20261002T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T153000
DTSTAMP:20260706T135707Z
CREATED:20260706T135707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T135707Z
UID:10000822-1790946000-1790955000@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:Play Mahjong
DESCRIPTION:Travel\, guests\, and gardens are keeping the Mahjong players busy this summer. Our weekly Mahjong games on Friday afternoons at 1 pm will resume right after Labor Day\, on September 11.* \nTo welcome players of all skill levels\, we set up at least two tables: one for experienced players and a second for those newer to the game. Please consider bringing a Mahjong set if you have one. \nMahjong is a tile-based game of skill\, strategy\, and luck that developed in China in the 19th century. Since the early 20th century\, variations have spread around the world. The group at the library plays American Mahjong. \n* Any changes to the schedule will be noted on the website calendar.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/play-mahjong-2-2-2/2026-10-02
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:20261003T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T113000
DTSTAMP:20260421T162641Z
CREATED:20260421T162640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T162641Z
UID:10000889-1791023400-1791027000@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:Family Story Time
DESCRIPTION:Grandparents\, parents\, and caregivers are invited to bring their young charges to enjoy stories. We’ll select picture books about the season\, or a theme\, or perhaps feature new additions to our collection. \nEveryone is welcome on Saturday mornings at 10:30. Discover new picture books or savor old favorites with the younger family members.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/family-story-time-3/2026-10-03
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:20261003T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T153000
DTSTAMP:20260805T181307Z
CREATED:20260805T163046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T181307Z
UID:10001067-1791036000-1791041400@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:Sensoria: Attending to the Wonder and Vitality of Nature
DESCRIPTION:Gavin Van Horn\, editor\, and Heather Swan\, poetry editor\, selected essays and poetry for Sensoria: Attending to the Wonder and Vitality of Nature that call attention to the wondrous ways in which humans and other-than-human beings experience and perceive the world\, not just through the senses but within them. \nHumans\, along with all other creatures\, are an entanglement of sensual relations\, shaping and shaped by our somatic engagement with the world. From the mating calls of chorus frogs to insect olfaction to elephant funerary rites to the memory-rich tastes of place\, Sensoria offers an immersion in the sensual experiences of seeing\, hearing\, touching\, tasting\, and smelling—and their interactions\, combinations\, and more-than-human manifestations. \nThe contributors to Sensoria—including music composer David Rothenberg\, historian of color Carolyn Purnell\, bio-philosopher Andreas Weber\, filmmaker Kalyanee Mam\, neuroethologist Bill Hansson\, travel writer and novelist Nick Hunt\, and religious scholar Graham Harvey—explore and illuminate the biology and neurology of sensation as well as the imaginative possibilities for understanding the senses. \nCo-hosted by the Yankee Bookshop\, books will be available for purchase and signing. \n+++ \nGavin Van Horn\, PhD\, is the executive editor of Humans & Nature Press Books\, the author of The Way of Coyote\, and the co-editor of City Creatures: Animal Encounters in the Chicago Wilderness\, Wildness: Relations of People and Place\, the award-winning five-volume series Kinship: Belonging in a World of Relations\, and the five-volume series Elementals. He currently resides in San Luis Obispo\, California\, where you can find him wandering the nearby hills and shores\, senses awakened by sage\, hummingbirds\, and ocean air. \nHeather Swan\, PhD\, is a poet and nonfiction writer. She is the author of Where the Grass Still Sings: Stories of Insects and Interconnection and Where Honeybees Thrive: Stories from the Field (Penn State Press) winner of the Sigurd F. Olson Nature Writing Award. Her poetry collection A Kinship with Ash (Terrapin Books)\, was a finalist for the ASLE Book Award and long-listed for the Julie Suk Award. A second collection\, Dandelion\, was published in 2023. She teaches environmental literature and writing in Madison\, Wisconsin.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/sensoria10-3-26
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:20261005T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T173000
DTSTAMP:20250912T191210Z
CREATED:20250807T155631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T191210Z
UID:10000201-1791216000-1791221400@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/2026-10-05
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:20261006T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T233000
DTSTAMP:20250912T191252Z
CREATED:20250912T185956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T191252Z
UID:10000278-1791280800-1791329400@normanwilliams.org
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/2026-10-06
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:20261006T151500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T163000
DTSTAMP:20260806T184215Z
CREATED:20260806T184215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T184215Z
UID:10001074-1791299700-1791304200@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:Kids' Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:With the new school year\, chess returns to the library! This series\, geared toward students in grades 3-6\, will run through the fall. We’ll set up the chessboards in the Room of Requirement\, away from noise and distractions. \nChallenge yourself while practicing your strategies against an opponent. Whether you come with friends or make new ones here\, it will be a fun time spent with like-minded kids. \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-7/2026-10-06
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:20261007T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T160000
DTSTAMP:20260806T185224Z
CREATED:20260806T185224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T185224Z
UID:10001087-1791385200-1791388800@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:LEGO Club
DESCRIPTION:Let’s Goooooooooooo LEGO! \nNWPL is offering a 6-week\, after-school program for kids in grades 3\, 4\, and 5 to engage their maker minds and builder brains. Come have fun with fellow LEGO enthusiasts in a supportive and creative environment. \nWe’ll get creative by warming up with some timed\, open-ended building activities and then tackle the week’s main challenge theme. \nPhotographs will preserve these efforts and may be posted on our social media to be admired publicly! All projects will be disassembled and returned to bins for the next session. \nSpace is limited; registration is requested. To reserve a space for your child\, please sign up with the Children’s Librarian or email Children@NormanWilliams.org. \nNotes: \n\nPer library policy\, children age 10 and younger must be accompanied by an adult or responsible adolescent who is at least 14 years old.\nPlease leave your personal Lego sets at home.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/lego-club-3/2026-10-07
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:20261008T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T113000
DTSTAMP:20250913T135802Z
CREATED:20250912T192750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T135802Z
UID:10000412-1791455400-1791459000@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/2026-10-08
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:20261008T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T160000
DTSTAMP:20260129T165758Z
CREATED:20260112T151551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T165758Z
UID:10000489-1791468000-1791475200@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:Play Bridge at NWPL
DESCRIPTION:Looking to play “party” bridge? Join us on Thursday afternoons for a weekly game!* \n(These are not bridge lessons\, though beginners are welcome to observe.) \nPlease email Peggy Fraser at FraserUSA@gmail.com for more information or reserve a seat. \n* Any changes to the schedule will be noted on the website calendar.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/play-bridge-at-nwpl-3/2026-10-08
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:20261008T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T160000
DTSTAMP:20260326T194102Z
CREATED:20260326T194101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T194102Z
UID:10000584-1791468000-1791475200@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-4-2-2/2026-10-08
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:20261008T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T210000
DTSTAMP:20260804T143217Z
CREATED:20260804T143217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T143217Z
UID:10001064-1791486000-1791493200@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:Trivia! | Library After Hours
DESCRIPTION:Test your knowledge! NWPL’s own Adrian Tans will challenge us with trivia questions that run the gamut from pop culture\, sports\, history\, and – of course – books. The winning team gets bragging rights and their picture on the coveted digital display board! \nThis Library After Hours event is a “fun-raiser” and mini-fundraiser: there is a $5 suggested donation per player.  Gather friends for a team – or come on your own and join forces with others here. Fun fact: more often than not\, members of the winning teams had just met that night! \nThis event is BYOB\, so feel free to bring your own drinks (including beer and wine); the library will supply snacks. Doors open at 6:30; the game will start promptly at 7:00. \nOur monthly Library After Hours events are intended as social evenings for adults. NWPL children’s programming is scheduled during daytime hours.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/trivia10-8-26
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library After Hours,Special Program
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