Orwell Free Library

Our physical space is closed but our collection is still available through Parking Lot Pickup and delivery! Fill our the form below to order. Email orwellfreelibrary@gmail.com or call 948-2041 if you have any questions. Our online catalog has a shelf browse option (search any book, click into it’s record, then scroll to the bottom) to help you see what is available.

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At this time, all returns are quarantined for 7 days prior to recirculating. We recommend quarantining any books picked up or delivered.

Find links to more information we trust about COVID-19 here.

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New online library for kids and teens!

We are proud to offer Tumble Book Library, a curated database of children’s e-books and audiobooks. Follow the links below to access the collection and begin exploring today!

Teen Library

Trusted COVID-19 Resources

March 18, 2020March 18, 2020 by orwellfreelibrary

During these uncertain times, we look for information and leadership that we can trust. At the library, we use the following resources to keep up with this quickly developing situation. Vermont Department of Health novel coronavirus website Center for Disease Control site CDC videos with information about the virus and how to protect yourself. World … Continue reading Trusted COVID-19 Resources

Sign Language Club

March 6, 2020 by orwellfreelibrary

Students of Sign Language 1 at Orwell Free Library can’t keep their hands quiet! Children from grades 3-5 participated in activities learning the ASL alphabet and numbers, as well as, signs for colors, people, foods and animals. They are learning to put together short sentences and are excited to show off their skills. Sign Language … Continue reading Sign Language Club

Fall at OFL

October 26, 2019October 26, 2019 by orwellfreelibrary

Check out what we’ve been up to this fall. It’s been busy and exciting with programs and events for all ages of Orwellians. Susan Powers and George Macedo filled our gallery walls with a wonderful exhibit of their art. Howard Coffin tested the limits of our renovated space, bringing in 63 people to his lecture … Continue reading Fall at OFL

Summer Reading Shenanigans

July 27, 2019July 27, 2019 by orwellfreelibrary

Our summer of space programming has been a blast! With one week left to go, our participants (ages 0-12) learned about our solar system, the stars, constellations, the sun, planets, and the moon. Learning about UV rays bombarding our astronauts will round out our events for school age children. The story time crowd will learn … Continue reading Summer Reading Shenanigans

Upcoming Events

Location	When	Summary	Description
Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA	April 7, 2020 at 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm	Postponed: Sign Language Club	Grades 3-5, taught by Cindy Werner. Registration required.
Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA	April 8, 2020 at 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm	Postponed: Orwell Young Writers Club	All teens welcome! Come try out something new or hone skills you already have. This is a judgment-free, safe, and open space for self-expression and creation. With local author Emily Arnason Casey.
Microsoft Teams Meeting	April 10, 2020 at 9:00 am – 11:30 am	Online April Addison County Regional Director's Meeting	Hello Addison County Librarians! Per my earlier email, here is the invite to join me for an online version of our regional meeting on 4/10 at 9:00! At the meeting date/time, click on the link below “Join Microsoft Teams Meeting” to join the meeting using your computer, or call the phone number below and enter…
Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA	April 10, 2020 at 10:30 am – 11:30 am	Postponed: Story Time	Stories, songs, and play for all ages of littles.
	April 10, 2020 at 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm	Busy
Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA	April 11, 2020 at 10:00 am – 11:00 am	Make a Book with TAG	Make and take a book! Let our special art supplies help the creative process along. Teen Advisory Group members will be on hand to assist. For kids, ages pre-k and up.
Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA	April 14, 2020 at 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm	Postponed: Sign Language Club	Grades 3-5, taught by Cindy Werner. Registration required.
Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA	April 15, 2020 at 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm	Postponed: Orwell Young Writers Club	All teens welcome! Come try out something new or hone skills you already have. This is a judgment-free, safe, and open space for self-expression and creation. With local author Emily Arnason Casey.
Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA	April 17, 2020 at 10:30 am – 11:30 am	Postponed: Story Time	Stories, songs, and play for all ages of littles.
Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA	April 17, 2020 at 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm	Postponed: Fiber Crafters Meet-up	All fiber interests and abilities welcome.
Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA	April 21, 2020 at 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm	Postponed: Sign Language Club	Grades 3-5, taught by Cindy Werner. Registration required.
Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA	April 22, 2020 at 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm	Postponed: Orwell Young Writers Club	All teens welcome! Come try out something new or hone skills you already have. This is a judgment-free, safe, and open space for self-expression and creation. With local author Emily Arnason Casey.
Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA	April 22, 2020 at 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm	Clinical Hypnosis	Learn about clinical hypnosis and how it is useful for children and adults. The presentation is by licensed psychologist Rae Anne Barry.
Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA	April 24, 2020 at 10:30 am – 11:30 am	Postponed: Story Time	Stories, songs, and play for all ages of littles.

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