Upcoming Events

Aug
16

A Walk in the Woods

Have you read any good books about the woods, nature, the changing forest, birds, wildlife, hiking or mountain life? Join folks from the Mary Blood Library and the Mt. Ascutney Interpreter for a hike to a woodsy spot to share some good books. From humor to Sci Fi to journals, you can read a new book of your choice or share one you have enjoyed in the past. 

A few suggestions: A Walk in the Woods;  How to Love a Forest;  The Last Child in the Woods;   The Hike;   Cabin: Off the Grid Adventures;  Serviceberry;  The Trail;  Wild Ideas;  Gramma Gatewood’s Walk;  The Overstory;  The Hidden Life of Trees.  And there are so many others!  

Location: We will meet at the upper parking lot at Mt. Ascutney State Park. At the entrance gate, let the rangers know that you are part or the library event for free entrance. Any questions can be directed to Liz at marybloodlibrary@gmail.com or by calling the library: 802-484-7205.

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Sep
5

Family Outdoor Movie Night w/Reading Library

Join us for a free outdoor movie at Puddledock Park (next to the Reading Library) at 7:10 pm (dusk). We will be showing E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (rated PG). This event is sponsored by the Reading Recreation Commission, the Reading Public Library, and the Mary L. Blood Memorial Library. Bring blankets or lawn chairs. Bathroom available inside the library. Free popcorn for all!

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Sep
24

Paying For College: What's Changing & What You Can Do

This workshop will explore recent changes in financial aid that may impact how much parents will pay for college and how they can adjust to these shifts. Actionable strategies to reduce costs and make informed decisions based on each college’s financial aid formulas will be shared. Parents will leave with tools to predict their financial aid outcomes, avoid excess debt, and better navigate the evolving of higher education financing. Parents of middle and/or high school students are encouraged to attend.

Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_KIjFxdSsQC-YNyn4VK1Rcw#/registration

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Aug
1

Family Outdoor Movie Night w/Reading Library

Join us for a free outdoor movie at Puddledock Park (next to the Reading Library) at 8:10 pm (dusk). We will be showing The NeverEnding Story (rated PG). This event is sponsored by the Reading Recreation Commission, the Reading Public Library, and the Mary L. Blood Memorial Library. Bring blankets or lawn chairs. Bathroom available inside the library. Free popcorn for all!

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Jul
4

July 4th Celebrations

On July 4th, we'll be open for the duration of the festivities! Stop by the library between 9-3 to cool off, check out the collection, and if you haven't yet... sign up for a library card!

From 10:30 - 12:00, Adam Boyce and Dave Richard will be playing music in the library. Come enjoy the show!

The Friends will be hosting a book sale in the town hall. Proceeds go to support library items and services that fall outside our budget, like programs and museum passes.

See you there!

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Jul
3

Savvy Seniors

This month Rita Rice will be there to share her knowledge of ticks, tick bites and how to treat those bites. Come hear Rita's "Tick Talk" and enjoy the camaraderie!

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Jun
22

DON'T LET THE PIGEON DRIVE THE BUS! The Musical

​The Weston Theater Company returns to Brownsville with a lively musical theater performance at Ascutney Outdoors.  Based on the popular children's book series by award winning author Mo Willems, DON'T LET THE PIGEON DRIVE THE BUS!  is a high energy musical with catchy tunes and plenty of laughs. Don't miss this FREE family-friendly event.

Tickets are free but must be reserved in advance at https://westontheater.org/pigeon
In  the event of rain, the performance will move to West Windsor Town Hall.

Brought to you with community support from Ascutney Outdoors, Brownsville Butcher & Pantry, Albert  Bridge Elementary School & the Mary Blood Memorial Library.

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May
29

Savvy Seniors: Betty Smith and VPR

Betty Smith will share her history with VPR! Betty was at the table when a public radio station in Vermont was just an idea and was instrumental in launching VPR on the air in 1977. She was among the first women announcers on the air in Vermont and fortunately, we can still hear her announcing today! Please plan to join us to meet Betty and to hear this inspiring story!

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May
10

The Meaning of "Life" and the Meaning of Life

Some English words only have a single meaning, while others have many. In its online dictionary, Merriam-Webster records twenty separate senses for the common word “life,” with some of these having as many as four subsenses. What does this mean, and what do they mean? Windsor resident and Merriam-Webster editor Michael Metivier will use the entry for “life” to talk about what dictionaries do (and do not do) and shed some light on lexicography.

Snacks and drinks will be provided.

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May
7

Composting Workshop

Become a Super Composter!

With Cat Buxton of Grow More, Waste Less and the Upper Valley Super Compost Project.

Build your backyard composting confidence and learn how the kids are doing it! Learn backyard composting basics and address your specific composting questions at the library, then take a short tour of the new Super Compost ‘Palace' at Albert Bridge Elementary School. You will leave inspired to work with the microbe superheroes that are building soil all around us!

*The outdoor portion of the presentation will take us on a short walk to a pavilion across the street. Please dress appropriately for the weather.

Questions can be directed to Liz at marybloodlibrary@gmail.com or 802-484-7205

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