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Otter Creek Poets Workshop: Poetic Methods of Memorization
Otter Creek Poets Workshop: Poetic Methods of Memorization
April 1, 2014 7:00 - 8:00 pm A workshop on how (and why) to learn poems by heart led by Ginger Lambert, a triathlete, exercise science teacher, and advocate of brain fitness. Assignment: Memorize a poem (by any poet including yourself) and be willing to recite it. This workshop will be repeated on Thursday, April…
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Music & Movement with May
Music & Movement with May
The fabulous May Poduschnick leads this fun and educational social learning experience for young children and their caregivers. Drop in. For ages from birth to 5.
First Wednesdays: The New Middle East Cold War
First Wednesdays: The New Middle East Cold War
The New Middle East Cold War Wednesday, April 2 at 7 p.m.
UVM political science professor Greg Gause discusses how regional rivalries between Iran, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Israel help drive domestic conflicts and complicate the United States' ability to achieve its goals in the Middle East.
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Poetry Group
Poetry Group
Thursday, April 3rd at 1:00 pm
Angela Palm, the cofounder of the renegade Writers Collective, as well as an editor, fiction writer and essayist will meet with the Otter Creek Poets. She is also the organizer of "Please Do Not Remove," a forthcoming book celebrating Vermont writers and libraries that love them.
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Storyhour: My First Yoga
Storyhour: My First Yoga
Join certified yoga instructor Rachel Klatzker to learn simple yoga poses and principles using storytelling and songs. Drop in. For ages from birth to 5.
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Investing for the Greater Good
Investing for the Greater Good
Climate change risks are abundantly clear and divestment campaigns are gathering steam. Less clear is how to make socially responsible personal investments. Hear from expert panelists and consider the range of socially responsible community-based investment opportunities. This program is sponsored by the ACORN Energy Co-op.
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Poetry Group
Poetry Group
This session will be a repeat of the "Poetic Methods of Memorization" workshop first given on April 1 by Ginger Lambert. Check that date for further information.
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Math Literacy for Parents of Preschoolers
Math Literacy for Parents of Preschoolers
For a description of this program, please see the entry on March 28th.
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Drop Everything & Read Day: Reading Carnival: A Page 1 Literacy Project
Drop Everything & Read Day: Reading Carnival: A Page 1 Literacy Project
Join the fabulous folks from Middlebury College's "Page One Literacy" for a reading carnival as part of Drop Everything & Read Day. There will be a raffle, arts and crafts, puzzles, a reading station, games, and light refreshments. Drop in. For families and children of all ages. Parents are invited to stay.
Drop Everything & Read Day: BINGO
Drop Everything & Read Day: BINGO
Come to the Children's Room and celebrate this fun day with the book character BINGO.
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Scrapbooking
Scrapbooking
Sunday, April 13th, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join us for paper crafts, including scrapbooking and card making. We share ideas and techniques and work on projects. Beginners are welcome.
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Poetry Group
Poetry Group
Thursday, April 17th at 1:00 pm
Poet April Ossmann, former director of Alice James Books, now a publishing consultant, will be a guest of the Otter Creek Poets workshop.
After School Movie
After School Movie
Join us for a showing of an 80's classic featuring a child who helps a friendly alien return home. Call (802) 388-4097 for the movie's title. All ages with an adult or Grade 3+ independently.
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Solar Home Heating and Cooling with Air Source Heat Pumps
Solar Home Heating and Cooling with Air Source Heat Pumps
R. J. Adler of Suncommon will discuss how cold climate heat pumps, paired with photovoltaics, can provide efficient and affordable solar home heating and cooling, reducing homeowners' costs to as little as one third of their current spending.
2 events,
Stop Motion Four-Day Filmmaking Camp
Stop Motion Four-Day Filmmaking Camp
Do you like to draw, play with Legos, or sculpt? Learn how to transform series of still images into incredible animated films with the help of Ilsley Library & MCTV's Technology Coordinator Kurt Broderson. This class is intended for children entering Grades 4+. Preregistration is necessary as participation is limited to 12 students. Call (802)…
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Teddy Bear Picnic
Teddy Bear Picnic
Children are invited to attend a Teddy Bear Picnic. Bring your teddy bear or favorite stuffed animal for lunch, stories, and fun!
2 events,
Otter Creek Poets
Otter Creek Poets
Thursday, April 24th at 1:00 pm
Poets Karin Gottshall (Crocus, Flood Letters, and The River Won’t Hold You) and Nellie Pierce will read for the Otter Creek Poets workshop.
Remembering the Holocaust
Remembering the Holocaust
Thursday, April 24th at 6:30 pm
Professor Simon Barenbaum will talk about the German occupation of France and the role of French police in rounding up Jews during World War II. In the camp at Drancy, Simon and his mother rejoined his father; all three were going to be deported east.
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Plant Your Garden
Plant Your Garden
Come and get a start on your summer garden! All materials will be provided. This activity is for children of all ages.
2 events,
Storyhour: My First Yoga
Storyhour: My First Yoga
Join certified yoga instructor Rachel Klatzker to learn simple yoga poses and principles using storytelling and songs. Drop in. For ages from birth to 5.
On Display in the Lobby
On Display in the Lobby
Announcing a reception for an exhibit by The Good Witch featuring recycled clothing, costumes, masks, and tattoo flash art! Please join on us at the Ilsley Library in Middlebury on Monday April 28th from 4:30pm to 6pm to celebrate the work and enjoy refreshments.
3 events,
Youth Media Lab
Youth Media Lab
Join MCTV and Ilsley Library staff to make movies and learn about technology using MCTV's state-of-the-art media stations. Drop in. For children in Grades 3+.
Community Workshop on the Future of Retail in Middlebury
Community Workshop on the Future of Retail in Middlebury
This community workshop will focus on receiving public input regarding retail in Middlebury and addressing the community's concerns for/questions about national retailers and their specific location requirements. Drive time analyses may be included, but trade areas will not be determined at this point since zip code surveys were pushed back. The time will also be…
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Technology Drop In Days
Technology Drop In Days
Do you need help with your laptop? Would you like to learn how to download ebooks and audiobooks? Drop in to the computer area and get your questions answered.
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Gasland II
Gasland II
This documentary film argues that the gas industry's portrayal of natural gas as a clean and safe alternative to oil is a myth and that fracked wells inevitably leak over time, contaminating water and air, hurting families, and endangering the Earth's climate with the potent greenhouse gas, methane. Sponsored by Climate Change Concerned Citizens.