Upcoming events.

Sewing Basics
Nov
20

Sewing Basics

Throughout four sessions, you'll learn essential sewing techniques like threading a needle, sewing a straight line, and creating basic stitches. Our experienced instructor will guide you through each step, providing hands-on demonstrations and personalized feedback. Learn how to make a small project and then choose a larger one. Consider coming into the library's maker space to practice between scheduled sessions. Use our donated fabrics to practice and create your project(s). Participants need to commit to all four dates for the series for which they register:

**Fridays at 11 AM starting on September 6th (other classes on 9/20, 10/4 & 10/18) - FULL
**Mondays at 10 AM starting on October 7th (other classes on 10/21, 11/4 & 11/18) - FULL
**Tuesdays at 10 AM starting on October 8th (other classes on 10/22, 11/5 & 11/19)
**Wednesdays at 5:30 PM starting on October 9th (other classes on 10/23, 11/6 & 11/20) - FULL

The series of programs is made possible by a Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Libraries grant from the American Library Association.

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Learn & Practice ASL
Nov
21

Learn & Practice ASL

"Talking at the Speed of Light" is an educational journey for all ages! The group will meet at 5 PM every other Thursday to learn and practice American Sign Language. Between the meetings, participants can use the library's Rocket Sign Language app at home. Then all can practice together when meeting again.

Are you ready to start your interactive journey toward American Sign Language (ASL) fluency? Let us be your guide! We’ll start by learning the fundamentals of ASL and the differences between sign languages around the world.

You’ll learn a bit about the Deaf community, get some tips on how to start signing clearly and effectively, and even learn some basic signs.

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Page Turners
Nov
22

Page Turners

This group meets on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month (unless a holiday interferes). They meet on the 2nd floor of the library to discuss a short story. Stop at the front desk to get more information or to pick up the story for each session.

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Individual Tech Assistance Sessions
Dec
2

Individual Tech Assistance Sessions

One-on-one aid with computers, tablets, and smartphones. These sessions are one hour long and need to be scheduled ahead of time. Chris Bloomfield, the library's information technology manager will be able to provide two sessions on Monday, December 2, 9, 16, and 30 at 12:30 and 2: 30.

Appointments are on a first-come, first-served basis. When signing up please answer all the questions. This is to give us a general idea of what you need help with. This is intended for basic assistance. We cannot repair your device, fill out forms for you, or provide any legal or financial advice.

Sign up for a one-on-one session here.

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Individual Tech Assistance Sessions
Dec
2

Individual Tech Assistance Sessions

One-on-one aid with computers, tablets, and smartphones. These sessions are one hour long and need to be scheduled ahead of time. Chris Bloomfield, the library's information technology manager will be able to provide two sessions on Monday, December 2, 9, 16, and 30 at 12:30 and 2: 30.

Appointments are on a first-come, first-served basis. When signing up please answer all the questions. This is to give us a general idea of what you need help with. This is intended for basic assistance. We cannot repair your device, fill out forms for you, or provide any legal or financial advice.

Sign up for a one-on-one session here.

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Evening Book Club: The Snow Child
Dec
2

Evening Book Club: The Snow Child

Join us on Monday, December 2, 2024, at 6:00 PM for a lively discussion of The Snow Child by Eowyn Ivey. Bring your thoughts as we delve into this captivating story together. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with fellow book lovers.

Contact Sue at springfieldlibrary@hotmail.com if you are a new participant and/or need the Zoom link to participate from home.

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Sharpie Shirt Social
Dec
3

Sharpie Shirt Social

Bring a blank T-shirt or sweatshirt to create your own unique design using Sharpie-stained fabric Markers. These markers resist fading even after washing. Stencils will be available, but their use is optional.
Registration is required due to limited space.
Sign-up here! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sharpie-shirt-social-tickets-1074718976389?aff=oddtdtcreator

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Library Book Club
Dec
6

Library Book Club

Hello there! We would like to invite you to join our Zoom session where we can discuss and share our current reads. It's a perfect opportunity to have a good time and connect with like-minded individuals. If you wish to participate, kindly send an email to Tracey at stlvtprograms@gmail.com.
Books based on these categories:
Read all books by one author, Books that make you thankful, A Mystery involving food

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Individual Tech Assistance Sessions
Dec
9

Individual Tech Assistance Sessions

One-on-one aid with computers, tablets, and smartphones. These sessions are one hour long and need to be scheduled ahead of time. Chris Bloomfield, the library's information technology manager will be able to provide two sessions on Monday, December 2, 9, 16, and 30 at 12:30 and 2: 30.

Appointments are on a first-come, first-served basis. When signing up please answer all the questions. This is to give us a general idea of what you need help with. This is intended for basic assistance. We cannot repair your device, fill out forms for you, or provide any legal or financial advice.

Sign up for a one-on-one session here.

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Individual Tech Assistance Sessions
Dec
9

Individual Tech Assistance Sessions

One-on-one aid with computers, tablets, and smartphones. These sessions are one hour long and need to be scheduled ahead of time. Chris Bloomfield, the library's information technology manager will be able to provide two sessions on Monday, December 2, 9, 16, and 30 at 12:30 and 2: 30.

Appointments are on a first-come, first-served basis. When signing up please answer all the questions. This is to give us a general idea of what you need help with. This is intended for basic assistance. We cannot repair your device, fill out forms for you, or provide any legal or financial advice.

Sign up for a one-on-one session here.

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Tenant and Fair Housing Know-Your-Rights Workshop
Dec
11

Tenant and Fair Housing Know-Your-Rights Workshop

This workshop provides information that is essential to all community members, community advocates, and housing providers. It is crucial that people are aware of these rights and fair housing protections to have the knowledge to navigate a variety of housing experiences and conflicts. Our goal is to help everyone be informed about where they can find support, resources, and information to prevent and fight illegal housing discrimination. Join us on December 11, 2024, at 1p via Zoom!

 Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUrde6gqTstGtOUv22vf9MevvENW6xZ5QDM

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Individual Tech Assistance Sessions
Dec
16

Individual Tech Assistance Sessions

One-on-one aid with computers, tablets, and smartphones. These sessions are one hour long and need to be scheduled ahead of time. Chris Bloomfield, the library's information technology manager will be able to provide two sessions on Monday, December 2, 9, 16, and 30 at 12:30 and 2: 30.

Appointments are on a first-come, first-served basis. When signing up please answer all the questions. This is to give us a general idea of what you need help with. This is intended for basic assistance. We cannot repair your device, fill out forms for you, or provide any legal or financial advice.

Sign up for a one-on-one session here.

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Individual Tech Assistance Sessions
Dec
16

Individual Tech Assistance Sessions

One-on-one aid with computers, tablets, and smartphones. These sessions are one hour long and need to be scheduled ahead of time. Chris Bloomfield, the library's information technology manager will be able to provide two sessions on Monday, December 2, 9, 16, and 30 at 12:30 and 2: 30.

Appointments are on a first-come, first-served basis. When signing up please answer all the questions. This is to give us a general idea of what you need help with. This is intended for basic assistance. We cannot repair your device, fill out forms for you, or provide any legal or financial advice.

Sign up for a one-on-one session here.

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On The Same Page-Book Club
Dec
17

On The Same Page-Book Club

Please mark your calendar for Tuesday,  17 December at 12:00 pm to participate in a book discussion on The Christmas Wedding Guest by Susan Mallery. We have several copies of the book for checkout. If you have any inquiries, please contact Tracey at 885-3108.
Additionally, if you would like to participate in the discussion via Zoom, kindly send an email to Tracey at stlvtprograms@gmail.com.

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Individual Tech Assistance Sessions
Dec
30

Individual Tech Assistance Sessions

One-on-one aid with computers, tablets, and smartphones. These sessions are one hour long and need to be scheduled ahead of time. Chris Bloomfield, the library's information technology manager will be able to provide two sessions on Monday, December 2, 9, 16, and 30 at 12:30 and 2: 30.

Appointments are on a first-come, first-served basis. When signing up please answer all the questions. This is to give us a general idea of what you need help with. This is intended for basic assistance. We cannot repair your device, fill out forms for you, or provide any legal or financial advice.

Sign up for a one-on-one session here.

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Individual Tech Assistance Sessions
Dec
30

Individual Tech Assistance Sessions

One-on-one aid with computers, tablets, and smartphones. These sessions are one hour long and need to be scheduled ahead of time. Chris Bloomfield, the library's information technology manager will be able to provide two sessions on Monday, December 2, 9, 16, and 30 at 12:30 and 2: 30.

Appointments are on a first-come, first-served basis. When signing up please answer all the questions. This is to give us a general idea of what you need help with. This is intended for basic assistance. We cannot repair your device, fill out forms for you, or provide any legal or financial advice.

Sign up for a one-on-one session here.

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Team Laser Bear Book Club - November
Nov
19

Team Laser Bear Book Club - November

Every third Tuesday younger readers will meet to discuss the month’s beginner chapter book and do fun activities related to the theme.

Participants will get copies of all club books to keep.
November’s book is Flat Stanley by Jeff Brown .

To join the email list or ask questions contact Jeni at springfieldchildrensroom@gmail.com

Get a reminder here! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/team-laser-bear-book-club-november-tickets-1057501859529?aff=oddtdtcreator

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On The Same Page Book Club
Nov
19

On The Same Page Book Club

Please mark your calendar for Tuesday, November 19 at noon to participate in a book discussion on The Midwife of Hope River by Patricia Harman.

If you have any inquiries, please contact Tracey at 885-3108.
Additionally, if you would like to participate in the discussion via Zoom, kindly send an email to Tracey at stlvtprograms@gmail.com.

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Sewing Basics
Nov
18

Sewing Basics

Throughout four sessions, you'll learn essential sewing techniques like threading a needle, sewing a straight line, and creating basic stitches. Our experienced instructor will guide you through each step, providing hands-on demonstrations and personalized feedback. Learn how to make a small project and then choose a larger one. Consider coming into the library's maker space to practice between scheduled sessions. Use our donated fabrics to practice and create your project(s). Participants need to commit to all four dates for the series for which they register:

**Fridays at 11 AM starting on September 6th (other classes on 9/20, 10/4 & 10/18) - FULL
**Mondays at 10 AM starting on October 7th (other classes on 10/21, 11/4 & 11/18) - FULL
**Tuesdays at 10 AM starting on October 8th (other classes on 10/22, 11/5 & 11/19)
**Wednesdays at 5:30 PM starting on October 9th (other classes on 10/23, 11/6 & 11/20) - FULL

The series of programs is made possible by a Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Libraries grant from the American Library Association.

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Individual Tech Assistance
Nov
11

Individual Tech Assistance

One-on-one aid with computers, tablets, and smartphones. These sessions are one hour long and need to be scheduled ahead of time. Chris Bloomfield, the library's information technology manager will be able to provide two sessions on Monday, November 4 and 11 at 12:30 and 2: 30.

Appointments are on a first-come, first-served basis. When signing up please answer all the questions. This is to give us a general idea of what you need help with. This is intended for basic assistance. We cannot repair your device, fill out forms for you, or provide any legal or financial advice.

Click here to sign up for this event.

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Individual Tech Assistance
Nov
11

Individual Tech Assistance

One-on-one aid with computers, tablets, and smartphones. These sessions are one hour long and need to be scheduled ahead of time. Chris Bloomfield, the library's information technology manager will be able to provide two sessions on Monday, November 4 and 11 at 12:30 and 2: 30.

Appointments are on a first-come, first-served basis. When signing up please answer all the questions. This is to give us a general idea of what you need help with. This is intended for basic assistance. We cannot repair your device, fill out forms for you, or provide any legal or financial advice.

Click here to sign up for this event.

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Page Turners
Nov
8

Page Turners

This group meets on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month (unless a holiday interferes). They meet on the 2nd floor of the library to discuss a short story. Stop at the front desk to get more information or to pick up the story for each session.

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Learn & Practice ASL
Nov
7

Learn & Practice ASL

"Talking at the Speed of Light" is an educational journey for all ages! The group will meet at 5 PM every other Thursday to learn and practice American Sign Language. Between the meetings, participants can use the library's Rocket Sign Language app at home. Then all can practice together when meeting again.

Are you ready to start your interactive journey toward American Sign Language (ASL) fluency? Let us be your guide! We’ll start by learning the fundamentals of ASL and the differences between sign languages around the world.

You’ll learn a bit about the Deaf community, get some tips on how to start signing clearly and effectively, and even learn some basic signs.

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FOSTL Meeting
Nov
6

FOSTL Meeting

The Friends of Springfield Town Library (FOSTL) was organized as a Vermont non-profit corporation in 1989 to support the Library. It focuses public attention on the Library, encourages the use of its resources and services, provides additional resources and services not funded through tax support, and encourages and receives gifts and bequests to benefit the Library.

Membership is open to everyone interested in supporting the Library. Through fundraising activities, membership dues, and donations, FOSTL is able to provide exceptional extra support for the Library every year.

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Sewing Basics
Nov
6

Sewing Basics

Throughout four sessions, you'll learn essential sewing techniques like threading a needle, sewing a straight line, and creating basic stitches. Our experienced instructor will guide you through each step, providing hands-on demonstrations and personalized feedback. Learn how to make a small project and then choose a larger one. Consider coming into the library's maker space to practice between scheduled sessions. Use our donated fabrics to practice and create your project(s). Participants need to commit to all four dates for the series for which they register:

**Fridays at 11 AM starting on September 6th (other classes on 9/20, 10/4 & 10/18) - FULL
**Mondays at 10 AM starting on October 7th (other classes on 10/21, 11/4 & 11/18) - FULL
**Tuesdays at 10 AM starting on October 8th (other classes on 10/22, 11/5 & 11/19)
**Wednesdays at 5:30 PM starting on October 9th (other classes on 10/23, 11/6 & 11/20) - FULL

The series of programs is made possible by a Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Libraries grant from the American Library Association.

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Golden Dome Book Club - November
Nov
5

Golden Dome Book Club - November

This club reads and explores the 2024-2025 Golden Dome Award list books which are chosen by Vermont librarians.

Each month we read one of the books from the list independently then meet to share our thoughts! This month's selection is Lasagna Means I Love You by Kate O’Shaughnessy.

Participants are encouraged to make a project to share.

This group is aimed for youth grades 5-8. Sign-up with Jeni by calling (802) 885 3108.

Get a reminder here! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/golden-dome-book-club-november-tickets-1054071398929?aff=oddtdtcreator

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Sewing Basics
Nov
5

Sewing Basics

Throughout four sessions, you'll learn essential sewing techniques like threading a needle, sewing a straight line, and creating basic stitches. Our experienced instructor will guide you through each step, providing hands-on demonstrations and personalized feedback. Learn how to make a small project and then choose a larger one. Consider coming into the library's maker space to practice between scheduled sessions. Use our donated fabrics to practice and create your project(s). Participants need to commit to all four dates for the series for which they register:

**Fridays at 11 AM starting on September 6th (other classes on 9/20, 10/4 & 10/18) - FULL
**Mondays at 10 AM starting on October 7th (other classes on 10/21, 11/4 & 11/18) - FULL
**Tuesdays at 10 AM starting on October 8th (other classes on 10/22, 11/5 & 11/19)
**Wednesdays at 5:30 PM starting on October 9th (other classes on 10/23, 11/6 & 11/20) - FULL

The series of programs is made possible by a Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Libraries grant from the American Library Association.

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Individual Tech Assistance
Nov
4

Individual Tech Assistance

One-on-one aid with computers, tablets, and smartphones. These sessions are one hour long and need to be scheduled ahead of time. Chris Bloomfield, the library's information technology manager will be able to provide two sessions on Monday, November 4 and 11 at 12:30 and 2: 30.

Appointments are on a first-come, first-served basis. When signing up please answer all the questions. This is to give us a general idea of what you need help with. This is intended for basic assistance. We cannot repair your device, fill out forms for you, or provide any legal or financial advice.

Click here to sign up for this event.

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Individual Tech Assistance
Nov
4

Individual Tech Assistance

One-on-one aid with computers, tablets, and smartphones. These sessions are one hour long and need to be scheduled ahead of time. Chris Bloomfield, the library's information technology manager will be able to provide two sessions on Monday, November 4 and 11 at 12:30 and 2: 30.

Appointments are on a first-come, first-served basis. When signing up please answer all the questions. This is to give us a general idea of what you need help with. This is intended for basic assistance. We cannot repair your device, fill out forms for you, or provide any legal or financial advice.

Click here to sign up for this event.

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Sewing Basics
Nov
4

Sewing Basics

Throughout four sessions, you'll learn essential sewing techniques like threading a needle, sewing a straight line, and creating basic stitches. Our experienced instructor will guide you through each step, providing hands-on demonstrations and personalized feedback. Learn how to make a small project and then choose a larger one. Consider coming into the library's maker space to practice between scheduled sessions. Use our donated fabrics to practice and create your project(s). Participants need to commit to all four dates for the series for which they register:

**Fridays at 11 AM starting on September 6th (other classes on 9/20, 10/4 & 10/18) - FULL
**Mondays at 10 AM starting on October 7th (other classes on 10/21, 11/4 & 11/18) - FULL
**Tuesdays at 10 AM starting on October 8th (other classes on 10/22, 11/5 & 11/19)
**Wednesdays at 5:30 PM starting on October 9th (other classes on 10/23, 11/6 & 11/20) - FULL

The series of programs is made possible by a Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Libraries grant from the American Library Association.

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Library Book Club
Nov
1

Library Book Club

Hello there! We would like to invite you to join our Zoom session where we can discuss and share our current reads. It's a perfect opportunity to have a good time and connect with like-minded individuals. If you wish to participate, kindly send an email to Tracey at stlvtprograms@gmail.com.
Books based on these categories:

Read all books by one author, Halloween Theme, A book by an Indigenous author  

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