Springfield Town LibraryNews & Events

tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-93980632009-06-29T13:47:33.699-04:00Springfield Town LibraryNews & EventsWhat's happening at your local library?Springfield Town Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18188452218061346399noreply@blogger.comBlogger67125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9398063.post-36369135234061313562009-06-29T13:13:00.005-04:002009-06-29T13:47:33.810-04:00Visit Vermont State Parks and Vermont Museums with these passes!

Did you know that museum passes and the new Vermont State Parks pass are available to check out at your library?You may borrow for two weeks:Nature Museum at Grafton Family Passfree admission for the whole familyVermont Institute of Natural Science Passadmits two free - 2 passes availableEcho Museum Family Pass$2.00 discount per personYou may borrow for one week:Vermont State Parks Passfree entry

Springfield Town Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18188452218061346399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9398063.post-85093172852995173322009-06-24T09:28:00.003-04:002009-06-24T09:35:38.359-04:00Quick Library Facts!

Did you know? 98.9% of public libraries provide public access to the Internet63% of adults in the U.S. have public library cardsAmericans go to school, public and academic libraries 50% more often than they go to the movies Sources: ALA Office for Research & Statistics: ALA Public Information Office. All facts compiled in 2006.

Springfield Town Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18188452218061346399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9398063.post-60787780726251363522009-06-08T15:30:00.002-04:002009-06-08T15:35:04.719-04:00Newsletter Now Online!

Now you can access the Springfield Town Library Newsletter online! The library newsletter is published four times a year and contains information about new acquisitions, adult and children's programming, information about The Friends of the Springfield Town Library and a message from the Director, Russell Moore. Just click on the link below and find out what's happening at your library!http://

Springfield Town Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18188452218061346399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9398063.post-44468463525457355122009-06-03T16:51:00.002-04:002009-06-03T16:54:01.690-04:00Saturday Summer Hours Begin June 6th

Beginning this Saturday, June 6th and running through July and August, the library will be open from 10 am to 1 pm on Saturdays.

Springfield Town Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18188452218061346399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9398063.post-60645256611113436802009-06-03T15:29:00.003-04:002009-06-03T15:45:09.477-04:00Friends of the Springfield Town Library Annual Book Sale Sat. July 25th 8 - 4 pm

The Friends will hold their popular annual book sale at the Armory on Fairground Road in Springfield, next to the Town Barn. Folks have been dropping off lots of boxes of donated books to the library all winter and spring. There will be quite the variety of books at the sale. Are you looking for cookbooks? history? gardening? popular fiction? children's books? The Friends of the Springfield

Springfield Town Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18188452218061346399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9398063.post-86393041021525385312009-05-20T11:11:00.001-04:002009-05-20T11:12:48.830-04:00Library Closed for Memorial Day holiday

The library will be closed on Saturday, May 23 and Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.

Springfield Town Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18188452218061346399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9398063.post-80010268580213474772009-05-20T11:06:00.002-04:002009-05-20T11:10:56.504-04:00Quick Library Fact!

There are more public libraries than McDonald's in the U.S. - a total of 16,549, including branches. Sources: ALA Office for Research & Statistics; ALA Public Information Office. All facts compliled in 2006.

Springfield Town Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18188452218061346399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9398063.post-65878543025329756542009-05-19T13:04:00.008-04:002009-05-27T16:03:56.933-04:00Can You READ ONE book this summer? Adult Summer Reading Program Kick Off June 10 at 7 pm!

Ann McKinstry Micou, author of A Guide to Fiction Set in Vermont will join us this evening to kick off the adult summer reading program sponsored by The Friends of The Springfield Town Library. This summer's theme is Master the Art of Reading. The library will have lists of suggested reading available, but feel free to choose whatever you would like to read!Read one book between June 10th and

Springfield Town Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18188452218061346399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9398063.post-25011535731548237062009-04-21T13:51:00.003-04:002009-04-21T14:13:58.956-04:00A Fly Fishing Primer Thursday April 23 @ 7:00 pm

Join native Vermonter and outdoorsman Harry Henderson for this program which will cover the basics of fly fishing: history, etiquette, equipment and its use and a demonstration of how to tie a dry fly. Come learn what you need to know to get started in this satisfying and engaging sport!

Springfield Town Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18188452218061346399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9398063.post-8011302450893855452009-04-01T12:16:00.003-04:002009-04-01T12:38:21.111-04:00Friends Annual Meeting & Gardening Program

Can You Have a Garden in 15 Minutes a Day? Henry Homeyer, organic gardener, columnist, and author of the book, The Vermont Gardener's Companion: An Insider's Guide to Gardening in the Green Mountain State says, "Yes, you can!" Find out what the Friends are planning for this year! Let them know your suggestions! Join the Friends of the Library if you are not already a member! All are invited to

Springfield Town Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18188452218061346399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9398063.post-89184585144371321772009-03-25T13:14:00.002-04:002009-03-25T13:18:14.466-04:00Mud Season Movie Night Friday March 27th @ 7 pm

The title of this week's movie is the same as a crazy, kooky day of the week. Can you guess? Doors open at 6:30 pm. All movies are rated G or PG for family entertainment. And of course we'll have popcorn! Free admission. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. For more information please call the library at 885-3108.

Springfield Town Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18188452218061346399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9398063.post-33785609775146205302009-03-25T13:08:00.002-04:002009-03-25T13:14:32.542-04:00Old Time Rules Will Prevail: Fiddling Contests in Vermont with Adam Boyce Thursday March 26th @ 7 pm

This evening of history and music is co-sponsored by The Vermont Humanities Council and The Friends of the Springfield Town Library. Listen to vintage audio of old fiddle contests in Vermont, learn about the history of fiddle contests in Vermont, and hear some live fiddling by Adam Boyce. Our toes will be tapping on Thursday night!

Springfield Town Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18188452218061346399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9398063.post-1453107422096683732009-02-25T11:33:00.002-05:002009-02-25T11:36:28.807-05:00From Whistler to Warhol - Saturday March 7th at 3pm

A slide lecture with art historian, Bob Manning at the Springfield Town Library on Saturday, March 7th from 3:00 - 4:00 pm. Using two screens and two projectors, Bob Manning traces the influences of one visual philosophy to the next in the context of world events. No sign up is required.

Springfield Town Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18188452218061346399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9398063.post-41938367457135121722009-02-25T11:29:00.001-05:002009-02-25T11:33:07.338-05:00Scams and Fraud at Home, Work and on the Internet

On Thursday, March 5th at 2:00 pm Ryan Carey from the Better Business Speaker's Bureau will give a 30 minute presentation followed by a question and answer discussion session. Learn how to protect yourself from the ever changing frauds and scams happening online, via telephone, and through the mail. No sign up is required.

Springfield Town Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18188452218061346399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9398063.post-14013022307233269332009-02-25T11:20:00.002-05:002009-02-25T11:29:41.864-05:00Learn to Knit Program Date Change

The Learn to Knit for Beginners program scheduled for Saturday, February 28th has been changed to Saturday, March 7th from 1:00 - 3:00 pm. Trudy Battiest is back again for this popular program! Number 7 knitting needles and worsted weight yarn are required and the library has some to loan out. Just let us know when you register. Class size is limited to 12 and there are openings available. All

Springfield Town Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18188452218061346399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9398063.post-6400390232894045912009-02-09T09:00:00.000-05:002009-02-09T09:00:02.334-05:00Closed for President's Day

The Springfield Town Library will be closed Saturday, February 14 and Monday, February 16 for President's Day. We will reopen for our normal hours on Tuesday February 17.

Springfield Town Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18188452218061346399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9398063.post-82365431853313972822009-02-02T16:07:00.003-05:002009-02-02T16:18:01.092-05:00REIKI from the Heart Thursday - Feb 12 at 7:00 pm

Come learn more about Reiki, a subtle and effective form of energy healing using spiritually guided life force (International Association of Reiki Professionals). Lauren Potter, Reiki Master/Teacher/Practioner has practiced Reiki in many settings to promote health, well-being, harmonious relationships and the desire to enjoy learning among old and young alike. She has studied with Libby Barnett

Springfield Town Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18188452218061346399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9398063.post-81875016383056841782009-01-22T13:13:00.006-05:002009-01-22T16:54:17.408-05:00Volunteer Tax Preparation Assistance

The Springfield Town Library is pleased to announce that we will be offering assistance with tax form preparation again this year. In cooperation with the AARP (http://www.aarp.org/) we will have trained volunteers to help with preparing federal and Vermont state personal income tax forms, as well as Vermont state property tax and renter rebate forms.Assistance will be by appointment only.

Springfield Town Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18188452218061346399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9398063.post-53306738178346801272009-01-15T14:13:00.003-05:002009-01-15T14:22:16.621-05:00Learn to Knit Saturday February 7 -- 1:00 - 3:00 pm

Join us for this cabin fever busting afternoon! Trudy Battiest of Baker Fabrics here in Springfield will be our instructor. You will need size 7 knitting needles (the library has some to loan, just let us know when you register) and worsted weight yarn which the library will provide.The class size is limited to 12 and you may register at any time, just call or drop by the library. Warm drinks

Springfield Town Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18188452218061346399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9398063.post-92017676475762551132009-01-15T13:08:00.004-05:002009-02-02T16:05:07.265-05:00Adult Book Discussion Wednesday February 11th @ 7 pm

The title for our February book discussion is The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson. Bringing Chicago circa 1893 to vivid life, Erik Larson's spellbinding bestseller intertwines the true tale of two men - the brilliant architect behind the legendary 1893 World's Fair, striving to secure America's place in the world; and the cunning serial killer who used the fair to lure his victims to their

Springfield Town Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18188452218061346399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9398063.post-12723445023477386032009-01-09T09:23:00.002-05:002009-01-09T09:31:44.788-05:00New Magazines!

The library has many new magazines available for check out. ATV magazineCosmo Girl (teen)EbonyEntertainment WeeklyFast MoneyGameProGuide Posts (Large Print)Home EducationThe WriterOutdoor Kidsclub (children's)Discovery Girls (children's)Most of the magazines can be found in the Flinn Room. Teen magazines are located in the Young Adult section of the library upstairs on the second floor and

Springfield Town Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18188452218061346399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9398063.post-63729909800549681322008-12-16T15:38:00.002-05:002008-12-16T15:42:08.516-05:00The Arts and Humanities of Thailand

Student Laura Chrisinger will share slides and photos of the arts in Thailand from her recent trip sponsored by The Upward Bound program of Vermont, The Experiment in International Living, and The South East Council for the Arts. The program starts at 7 pm. For more information please call the library at 885-3108.

Springfield Town Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18188452218061346399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9398063.post-27727929507991813012008-11-11T13:56:00.002-05:002008-11-11T14:19:28.059-05:00Book Discussion "Three Cups of Tea" by Greg Mortenson Wed Nov 15th @ 7pm

Please join us for our monthly book discussion the 2nd Wednesday of each month. This month's book is titled, Three Cups of Tea: One Man's Mission to Promote Peace One School at a Time by Greg Mortenson. On December 10th we will be discussing, Peace Like a River by Leif Enger. Pick up your copy today!

Springfield Town Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18188452218061346399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9398063.post-46331862550626667102008-10-17T10:22:00.002-04:002008-10-17T10:25:37.663-04:00Register To Vote @ the Library!

On Tuesday October 21 & 28 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm you may register to vote at the Springfield Town Library. You may also register at the Town Office, Monday - Friday from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. Deadline to register: October 29th.

Springfield Town Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18188452218061346399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9398063.post-23822861154355967902008-09-09T10:02:00.000-04:002008-09-09T10:04:04.188-04:00NEW! Writer's Group

The Springfield Town Library Writer's Group welcomes people with a whole range of writing experience - from absolute beginners to established authors. Meetings are held on the fourth Monday of each month from 7 - 8:00 pm and are open to adults 18 and over. For more information please contact the library.

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