Stories, finger plays, bounce songs & more! Join us in the Children’s Library for our Lapsit Storytime. Ages birth to 2 years old. Older siblings welcome.

Aspiring writers join us for a cumulative creative writing series, hosted by Lassitier Williams. 

·         Learn basic story development techniques

·         Discover ways to inspire creativity

·         Share your writing

·         Meet other young writers

·         Contribute to an upcoming Zine project

 Bring your creative mind, we’ll supply the paper and pencils.  For ages 11 & up. Limited space, registration encouraged. To sign up, contact Becky Hatfield: mailto:bhatfield@stjathenaeum.org or 802-745-1391.

Aspiring writers join us for a cumulative creative writing series, hosted by Lassitier Williams. 

·         Learn basic story development techniques

·         Discover ways to inspire creativity

·         Share your writing

·         Meet other young writers

·         Contribute to an upcoming Zine project

 Bring your creative mind, we’ll supply the paper and pencils.  For ages 11 & up. Limited space, registration encouraged. To sign up, contact Becky Hatfield: mailto:bhatfield@stjathenaeum.org or 802-745-1391.

Excited about picture books?  Want to make Art? Join us in the Children’s Library monthly as we read stories and create a piece of art. May’s book is The Man Who Walked Between the Towers by Mordicai Gerstein.  For ages 5 & up. 

Stories, finger plays, bounce songs & more! Join us in the Children’s Library for our Lapsit Storytime. Ages birth to 2 years old. Older siblings welcome.

Plan and participate in library programs. Suggest books and movies for purchases. Enjoy snacks. Earn volunteer service hours. For more information contact Becky Hatfield, 802-748-1391 or bhatfield@stjathenaeum.org.

Aspiring writers join us for a cumulative creative writing series, hosted by Lassitier Williams. 

·         Learn basic story development techniques

·         Discover ways to inspire creativity

·         Share your writing

·         Meet other young writers

·         Contribute to an upcoming Zine project

 Bring your creative mind, we’ll supply the paper and pencils.  For ages 11 & up. Limited space, registration encouraged. To sign up, contact Becky Hatfield: mailto:bhatfield@stjathenaeum.org or 802-745-1391.

Write a Poem ~ Pick a Poem ~ Share a Poem

 Participants may read their own original poetry, as well as favorite poems by another poet. Up to 3 poems per participant. For more information, please contact Becky Hatfield, Youth Services Librarian, at bhatfield@stjathenaeum.org or (802)745-1391.

Like to build and construct with blocks? Celebrate Poetry Month with a reading of Science Verse by Jon Scieszka and a special voting build challenge.  Ages 5-12. 

In partnership with Umbrella, join us in the Children’s Library for a special story time with a focus on understanding  body safety. Followed by superhero crafts.  For ages 4-6. 

Celebrate National Sibling Day with Friendship. Join us in the Children’s Library to learn how to make friendship bracelets.  Ages 7-12.

Plan and participate in library programs. Suggest books and movies for purchases. Enjoy snacks. Earn volunteer service hours. For more information contact Becky Hatfield, 802-748-1391 or bhatfield@stjathenaeum.org.

Celebrate Women’s History Month. Borrow and read Remarkable Minds: 17 more pioneering women in science & medicine OR a book of your choice about women in science (even picture books count). Join us for lively discussion about these inspirational women.  All ages welcome. Bring your own brown bag dinner or snacks. Drinks will be provided.

Like to build and construct with blocks? Celebrate Women’s History Month with a reading of Marching with Aunt Susan by Claire Rudolf Murphy and a special voting build challenge.  Ages 5-12. 

From national parks to colonial fashion and weaponry, browse the displays and discover fun facts from history. Everyone Welcome!

Excited about picture books?  Join us in the Children’s Library weekly as we read and discuss the different 2018-2019 Red Clover books,  Each week will include a book-related activity and snacks.  For ages 5 & up.  

Help us celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday on National Read Across America Day. Listen to Dr. Seuss stories; play a fun birthday game; create some whimsical crafts.

Help us celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday on National Read Across America Day. Listen to Dr. Seuss stories; play a fun birthday game; create some whimsical crafts!

Join us in the Children’s Library for a reading of Ellen Levine’s book Henry’s Freedom Box : A True Story from the Underground Railroad and a building block challenge.

Excited about picture books?  Join us in the Children’s Library weekly as we read and discuss the different 2018-2019 Red Clover books,  Each week will include a book-related activity and snacks.  For ages 5 & up.  

Visit the Gallery to be entertained and inspired by Ewa Seiler’s retelling of Hans Christian Andersen’s The Fir Tree. Hear the story and  learn about the author and Danish culture. Followed by a Danish craft in the Children’s Library.

Every Friday at 10:30 am. For children from birth to 5 years old. Stories, crafts, songs, snacks. Everyone welcome!

Excited about picture books?  Join us in the Children’s Library weekly as we read and discuss the different 2018-2019 Red Clover books,  Each week will include a book-related activity and snacks.  For ages 5 & up.  

Every Friday at 10:30 am. For children from birth to 5 years old. Stories, crafts, songs, snacks. Everyone welcome!

Bring your creativity to the Children’s Library for our afternoon Valentine’s Day craft event.  Ages 5-12.

Excited about picture books?  Join us in the Children’s Library weekly as we read and discuss the different 2018-2019 Red Clover books,  Each week will include a book-related activity and snacks.  For ages 5 & up.  

Every Friday at 10:30 am. For children from birth to 5 years old. Stories, crafts, songs, snacks. Everyone welcome!

Join our Teen Advisory Board!

Ages 13-18. Meetings first Thursday of each month at 5:30 pm.

·         Plan and participate in library programs.

·         Suggest books and movies for purchases.

·         Enjoy snacks.

·         Earn volunteer service hours.

For more information contact Becky Hatfield at  802-748-1391 or bhatfield@stjathenaeum.org

Excited about picture books?  Join us in the Children’s Library weekly as we read and discuss the different 2018-2019 Red Clover books,  Each week will include a book-related activity and snacks.  For ages 5 & up.