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SUMMARY:Create a Found Poem for National Poetry Month
DESCRIPTION:April is National Poetry Month and once again\, NWPL has a small station set up for anyone to stop by and create a “Found” poem. Also known as a “Redacted” or “Blackout” poems\, these are created by removing words from an existing printed page — any newspaper\, magazine\, or book page will work. Select words or phrases by masking others with a marker or crayon to create a poem. Your new creation may echo the original text\, posit an opposing theme\, or not relate at all. \nPlay with words and phrases. Change your mind. Add a drawing. Make it rhyme or not\, long or short\, serious or funny. It’s your poem! We have newspapers and pages from damaged donations for you to experiment with. If you wish to share your Pruned Poems\, we will display them by the big clock on the first floor and in the window of the children’s room. \nThis kind of found poetry goes back over 250 years to Benjamin Franklin’s neighbor\, Caleb Whiteford\, who redacted words and phrases in newspapers to create puns which he published. More recently it was popularized by Austin Kleon who turned to words on a newspaper page when facing writer’s block. \nPoets of all ages might find inspiration to construct a found poem through deconstruction of another’s text.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/found-poems
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:20260425T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T113000
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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-3/2026-04-25
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:20260427T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T173000
DTSTAMP:20260425T044711
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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/2026-04-27
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:20260427T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T044711
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T143922Z
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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/2026-04-27
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting Notice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T233000
DTSTAMP:20260425T044711
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/2026-04-28
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:20260428T151500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T163000
DTSTAMP:20260425T044711
CREATED:20251224T171619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T185028Z
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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 the school year\, with the possible exception of school vacation weeks. \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-3/2026-04-28
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:20260428T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T044711
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T132322Z
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SUMMARY:Counterpoint Chorus | Act of Remembrance
DESCRIPTION:Counterpoint\, a professional Vocal Ensemble based in Montpelier\, VT\, will perform a free concert\, “Act of Remembrance.” \nThe eclectic musical program features choral elegies from various faith traditions exploring the ways we mourn and honoring those whom our communities have lost to the COVID-19 pandemic. The music will be interspersed with poetry readings\, combining the universality of choral music with the intimacy of poetry to reflect on our shared experience of loss and comfort. \nMusical selections include the Funeral Hymn by Gustav Holst\, based on an ancient Hindu text\, Ludwig van Beethoven’s consoling Elegiac Song\, the setting of an Ancient Greek invocation to the rulers of the Underworld by Felix Mendelssohn\, and Pete Seeger’s humane meditation on the approach of death. In addition\, the concert will include works arising directly from the pandemic: Argentine composer Ana Leira Carnero’s moving lament for health-care workers\, a set of madrigals inspired by Covid isolation by Brian Banks\, and a specially commissioned work by Burlington composer Don Jamison and Vermont poet Abigail Carroll. \nFounded by legendary choral director and arranger Robert De Cormier in 2000\, Counterpoint is dedicated to performing choral chamber music and engaging with student musicians in Vermont and beyond. Praised for “clarity\, skill” and “sophisticated musical expressiveness\,” they present concerts throughout New England and beyond and have released 11 CDs. \nPlease join us for this special concert and poetry reading reflecting on the past five years.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/counterpoint
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:20260429T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T153000
DTSTAMP:20260425T044711
CREATED:20260213T193321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T193759Z
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SUMMARY:The Great Bennington Battle and Vermont | Howard Coffin
DESCRIPTION:Part four of “250 Years: Looking Back & Looking Ahead\,” a four-part lecture series at Norman Williams Public Library co-hosted by Woodstock History Center in collaboration with the Vermont Humanities Council. \n+++ \nThe surrender at Saratoga of a British army under John Burgoyne\, now almost 250 years ago\, has long been called the decisive battle of the American Revolution. But perhaps Burgoyne was doomed after the Battle of Bennington\, a bloody day of fighting along the Vermont border that happened two months before Saratoga? Historian Howard Coffin discusses the history-changing Burgoyne campaign\, focusing on the dramatic battle of “Great Bennington\,” which was a Vermont battle as well as a New York battle. He also reviews heroes John Stark and Seth Warner\, and the Vermont Constitution\, itself about to turn 250 years old. \nA seventh-generation Vermonter\, Howard Coffin is a former press secretary to U.S. Senator Jim Jeffords. He is the author of four books on the Civil War: Something Abides: Discovering the Civil War in Today’s Vermont; Full Duty: Vermonters in the Civil War; Nine Months to Gettysburg; and The Battered Stars\, as well as Guns Over the Champlain Valley\, a book on military sites along the Champlain Corridor.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/the-great-bennington-battle-and-vermont-howard-coffin
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:20260429T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T044711
CREATED:20260123T202404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T153708Z
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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/2026-04-29
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:20260429T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T173000
DTSTAMP:20260425T044711
CREATED:20251028T173444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T173444Z
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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-2/2026-04-29
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:20260430T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T044711
CREATED:20250912T192750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T135802Z
UID:10000389-1777545000-1777548600@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/2026-04-30
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:20260430T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T044711
CREATED:20260112T151551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T165758Z
UID:10000466-1777557600-1777564800@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-3/2026-04-30
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:20260430T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T044711
CREATED:20260326T194101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T194102Z
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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-4-2-2/2026-04-30
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:20260501T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T153000
DTSTAMP:20260425T044711
CREATED:20260326T194152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T194309Z
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SUMMARY:Play Mahjong
DESCRIPTION:NWPL hosts a weekly Mahjong game on Friday afternoons beginning at 1 pm.* \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. \nMahjong is played by four players. Though the game at NWPL will not be taught\, beginners are welcome to come and observe. \n* Any changes to the schedule will be noted on the website calendar.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/play-mahjong-2/2026-05-01
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:20260502T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T044711
CREATED:20260421T162640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T162641Z
UID:10000873-1777717800-1777721400@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-3/2026-05-02
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T173000
DTSTAMP:20260425T044711
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/2026-05-04
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:20260505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T233000
DTSTAMP:20260425T044711
CREATED:20250912T185956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T191252Z
UID:10000256-1777975200-1778023800@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/2026-05-05
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:20260505T151500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T163000
DTSTAMP:20260425T044711
CREATED:20251224T171619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T185028Z
UID:10000947-1777994100-1777998600@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 the school year\, with the possible exception of school vacation weeks. \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-3/2026-05-05
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:20260505T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T044711
CREATED:20260317T145409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T145409Z
UID:10001016-1778004000-1778009400@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:“One-off” Book Discussion | The Light Pirate | Vermont Reads
DESCRIPTION:The Vermont Humanities’ current Vermont Reads selection is The Light Pirate by Lily Brooks-Dalton. We have chosen this novel for our next “One-off” discussion to be facilitated by Alan Berolzheimer. \nNamed after a catastrophic storm\, Wanda is born into a world that’s rapidly changing. Rising sea levels and devastating weather patterns transform her coastal Florida town. As she moves from childhood to adulthood\, Wanda adapts to this remade landscape\, finding adventure\, love\, and purpose in a place largely abandoned by civilization. \nTold in four parts – power\, water\, light\, and time – this novel is a meditation on the beauty and violence of an untamable wilderness. It considers the dissolution of the human-made world\, and helps us see how human connection\, adaptability\, and a little bit of magic might guide us to a new future. \n+++ \nAlan Berolzheimer has directed the book publishing program of the Vermont Historical Society since 1998. Alan is also the project historian and assistant director of The Flow of History\, a Teaching American History program providing professional development activities to Vermont teachers. He received a Ph.D. in 20th-century U.S. History from the University of Virginia in 1996 and lives in Norwich.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/light-pirate
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion Group,Special Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T143000
DTSTAMP:20260425T044711
CREATED:20250916T143433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T174348Z
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SUMMARY:Literary Pairs | Book Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Intrigued by how books relate to each other? A single topic can be explored from different viewpoints; a literary trope – such as retelling a classic story – can result in different endings; a shared plot might highlight divergent experiences. \nBecause there are two books to read for each meeting\, this group usually meets quarterly on the 1st Wednesday of February\, May\, August\, and November\, at 1 pm.* Dessert will be provided! \nLibrarians Kathy Beaird and Lori Mitchell have teamed up to host this discussion of book pairings. Kathy has been in the book business all her adult life and loved every minute of it. Lori has been connecting readers and books for many years\, including a decade here at NWPL. \nEveryone is welcome! If the chosen topic or the titles pique your curiosity\, please join us. Email Programs@NormanWilliams.org if you wish to join remotely. You can view the current theme and title selection on our Book Discussion Group page. \n* Any changes to the schedule will be noted on the website calendar.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/literary-pairs-book-discussion-group/2026-05-06
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:20260506T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T044711
CREATED:20260123T202404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T153708Z
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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/2026-05-06
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:20260507T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T044711
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/2026-05-07
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:20260507T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T044711
CREATED:20260112T151551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T165758Z
UID:10000467-1778162400-1778169600@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-3/2026-05-07
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:20260507T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T044711
CREATED:20260326T194101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T194102Z
UID:10000562-1778162400-1778169600@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-4-2-2/2026-05-07
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:20260508T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T153000
DTSTAMP:20260425T044711
CREATED:20260326T194152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T194309Z
UID:10000801-1778245200-1778254200@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:Play Mahjong
DESCRIPTION:NWPL hosts a weekly Mahjong game on Friday afternoons beginning at 1 pm.* \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. \nMahjong is played by four players. Though the game at NWPL will not be taught\, beginners are welcome to come and observe. \n* Any changes to the schedule will be noted on the website calendar.
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/play-mahjong-2/2026-05-08
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:20260509T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T044711
CREATED:20260421T162640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T162641Z
UID:10000959-1778322600-1778326200@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-3/2026-05-09
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:20260509T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T153000
DTSTAMP:20260425T044711
CREATED:20260417T141742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T142326Z
UID:10001031-1778335200-1778340600@normanwilliams.org
SUMMARY:Fertile Ground | Mezzanine Gallery Artist Reception
DESCRIPTION:Watercolor\, acrylic\, photography\, scratch board\, fiber\, wood\, the media represented in this show are as varied as the dozens of interpretations of the exhibition’s theme\, Fertile Ground! \nJoin us in the Mezzanine Gallery at NWPL to meet the local artists and celebrate their work. \n*** \nImage: detail of “Blooming” (acrylic on panel) by Margaret Lampe Kannenstine
URL:https://normanwilliams.org/event/fg26-reception
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mezzanine Gallery
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T173000
DTSTAMP:20260425T044711
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/2026-05-11
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:20260512T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T233000
DTSTAMP:20260425T044711
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/2026-05-12
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:20260512T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T044711
CREATED:20250915T203702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T140229Z
UID:10000643-1778581800-1778587200@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/2026-05-12
LOCATION:Norman Williams Public Library\, 10 The Green\, Woodstock\, VT\, 05091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion Group,Ongoing Programs
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