The library is a place for people to gather, socialize and learn.
Community groups regularly use our space for meetings, classes and sharing.
Meetings at the library are always open to the public and welcome new members and visitors.
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Ongoing Programs
Classic Film Club
Fall 2026: "The New Classics" - Middlebury Classic Film Club (Community Room)
September 8 @ 1:00pm: Wayne's World (1992; PG-13)
September 22 @ 1:00pm: Clueless (1995; PG-13)
October 13 @ 1:00pm: William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet (1996; PG-13)
October 27 @ 1:00pm: The Truman Show (1998; PG)
November 10 @ 1:00pm: Friday (1995; R)
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TBA: Holiday showing at the Marquis!
Click here for an archive of previous Middlebury Classic Film Club showings.
Weekday Symposium
Fall 2026 - Weekday Symposium (Community Room)
"Weekday Symposium" is a community lecture series featuring local experts on a variety of subjects. All lectures are free and open to the public. Come learn with us!
- Thursday, September 17 @ 6:30pm
- Tuesday, October 20 @ 6:30pm
- Tuesday, November 17 @6:30pm
Click here to learn more about the Fall 2026 series!
Writing Groups
Otter Creek Poets
Thursdays, 1:00pm - 3:00pm (Conference Room)
WELCOME TO THE OTTER CREEK POETS! For over 20 years a group of poets has met weekly in the library to discuss our work together. The workshop’s emphasis is to help each other improve the effectiveness of their new and revised work. Sharing your writing is rewarding, but isn’t always easy. The Otter Creek Poets know how to be supportive of both the poet and the poem. Writers and aspiring writers of all ages and levels of experience are welcome, as are poems in all forms and styles. The workshop is free to all. For more information, contact David Weinstock by email at david.weinstock@gmail.com, or by phone and text at 802-989-4314.
Zoom attendance is also possible! Please reach out to David for the link.
Middlebury Chapter of the Burlington Writers Workshop
2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30pm (Conference Room)
We are a respectful, engaged group of writers welcoming all skill levels and genres—including poetry, creative nonfiction, memoir, short stories, novels, playwriting. The purpose of this workshop is to look closely at each other’s work and help cultivate, inspire, and strengthen our individual craft. We use the MFA-style of giving constructive feedback, with two writers submitting pieces each time, by prior arrangement. The workshop is free to all and new members are always welcome. For more information, email Andrea Chesman (andreachesman@gmail.com).
Tome Talk
3rd Wednesday of the month, 6:00pm (Conference Room)
Join Jennifer and fellow community members for a discussion of the current month’s title. We read everything from fiction, youth and teen, non-fiction, essays and more. New members are always welcome. Contact Jennifer or 388-4095 for more information.
Click here to see the 2026-2027 session dates.
True Crime Podcast Club
November 5 @ 6:00pm (Conference Room)
Join fellow sleuths to discuss True Crime Podcasts. Each month there is a different case up for discussion. We are a lively and curious group who like to solve the mystery.
Listen to the podcast on your own before the discussion. This program is for participants 18+. Listen to the podcast wherever you get your podcasts or ask Chris for assistance. Check the events calendar or the newsletter for the current month's podcast.
Crafts & Hobbies
Fiber Arts Circle (Tuesdays, 3:30-5:00pm)
Join fellow knitter, crocheters, and other crafters for community in our Conference Room!
Holiday Card Making
We will be offering a drop-in holiday card making workshop on Saturday, November 21 in our Activity Room from 10am-2pm! All supplies will be provided. This event is open to adults and teens.
Puzzle Swap
We will be holding a puzzle swap on Saturday, November 21 in the Community Room from 9:30am-2:00pm! This is a swap only; we will be having a puzzle competition later in the winter. We will begin accepting puzzle donations on Monday, November 9. Make sure that puzzle donations are in good condition and have no pieces missing.
Cribbage
Fridays, 1:00 - 3:00pm (Activity Room)
In person beginning September 4, 2026!
Join fellow cribbage players for a weekly game. Eric McFerrin is on hand to teach beginners. All skill levels welcome.
Tai Chi
Mondays, 10:00am & 11:15am (Community Room)
In person beginning September 28, 2026!
- 10:00am: Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention (Beginner)
- 11:15am: Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention (Continuing)
Instructor: Lindsay Hart (lindsayhart09@gmail.com)
Fridays, 10:00am (Community Room)
In person beginning October 2, 2026!
- 10:00am: Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention (Beginner)
Instructor: Wendy Covey (wcacovey@gmail.com)
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For more information about participating in Tai Chi, please view this page!
Chair Yoga
Wednesdays, 10:00am (Community Room)
In person beginning September 30, 2026!
Join accessible yoga teacher, Amy Mincher, for 30 minute chair yoga sessions on Wednesdays at 10am in the community room. Chair yoga offers students the opportunity to explore the yoga practice: mindfulness, breathing practices, and movement. With options for everyone, all students are welcome. We’ll start out with grounding and breathing practices, move through a flow sequence, and end with a quiet meditation. Yoga offers physical health benefits like increased strength, balance, flexibility, as well as methods for managing stress and anxiety. Amy has been teaching for six years and has certifications in Accessible Yoga and Yoga for All. She believes that yoga is for everyone, and everyone can benefit from the yoga practice.
Registration isn't required at this time. Make sure to wear comfortable clothes and footwear.
