Giving Tree
Thinking of ways to honor that special friend, family member, or teacher? Throughout the months of December and January, make a donation towards a Library program or the collection, by picking an ornament from the Library's giving tree. Just select a tag and take it to the circulation desk. Donations can be made in-person or online using the link on our website. Thank you for your support of the Library!
It's easy to give online to the Giving Tree using this link. Just put Giving Tree and any dedications or special requests for the donation in the comments.
Adult Winter Reading Book Bingo
Thursday, January 2 - Saturday, February 22. Drop by the front desk to pick up a Bingo Challenge Card or print this one out at home. Read your way to bingo, then drop off or email your completed card to enter drawings or fun prizes at the end of February.
Vermont Reads: Gather
Sign up to be added to request a copy of the Vermont Reads selection this year: Gather by Kenneth M. Cadow by indicating which events you are most interested in attending. Please note that we receive a limited number of copies each year. People planning on attending Vermont Reads events will have priority in receiving a copy. Williston and St. George residents only at this time. You will be contacted by email when a copy is available to pick up.
We also have several copies of Gather that can be checked out in print at the library. If you attend any of the Dorothy Alling Memorial Library book clubs there will be books set aside to be checked out by book club members during the scheduled month for their discussion.
These events are in the planning stages, and more events may be added. Dates and details to follow. Please use this form to indicate your interest in the Vermont Reads programs.
Littles D&D
Saturday, January 25, 1-2 pm. A mini session of Dungeons & Dragons for children ages 6-8. No prior experience required. Please register each individual child that plans to participate for each session. Adults should expect to stay and help their campaigner. Register here.
Parenting Book Club
Monday, January 27, 5:30-6:30 pm. We invite you to read what you can of Hunt, Gather, Parent by Michaeleen Doucleff, PhD before attending the discussion! Join any number of the 3 monthly discussion (January - March) dedicated to this book, its author, and related topics. Available in print and as an eBook/eAudiobook in Libby(Overdrive)
This program is made possible with the Winne Belle Learned Fund Grant.