Join us at the library for an unforgettable adventure into the world of reptiles! Kids of all ages are invited to meet our scaly friends up close and personal. Two shows: Monday, August 12, 10:15 am & 1:30 pm. All ages.

Youth Area

Join us at the library for an unforgettable adventure into the world of reptiles! Kids of all ages are invited to meet our scaly friends up close and personal. Two shows: Monday, August 12, 10:15 am & 1:30 pm. All ages.

Youth Area

Kenneth M. Cadow is an educator and writer who lives in Pompanoosuc, Vermont. Gather is his first young adult novel.  The novel was a finalist for the National Book Award.  Gather is the 2024 Vermont Reads selection from Vermont Humanities.  We are honored to host him as part of the Festival.  

Dance, wiggle, and sing with local musician/early educator, Linda Bassick. This program is geared towards babies, toddlers and preschool aged kids, but all ages are welcome! 

Friday, July 26 at 11am 

Library Youth Area 

If you had wings like a hawk, where would you fly? Birds of prey are found all over the world, in all kinds of environments—so why don’t we follow them! Join us on an imagined journey across the United States, and encounter some resident raptors in their ecosystems. We’ll learn about the habitat needs of each species, as well as their range and behavior in the wild. Who knows whoooo we’ll encounter? 

Live birds included!  All ages. 

Books, rhymes and songs for our littlest library patrons, followed by open time for babies to play and caregivers to connect. Ages birth to pre-walkers. No pre-registration necessary.

 Join us in the Youth Library for storytime, songs, and lots of fun! Recommended for ages 2-5. No preregistration needed.

Books, rhymes, songs, and lots of open-ended play for young toddlers (recommended for ages 12-24 months) and their caregivers. No pre-registration necessary.