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June 25, 2026 at 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm |
Prompting AI: an introduction |
Learn a simple, memorable framework for getting useful results from your inquires to AI. This workshop is for anyone curious about responsible AI use. Bring a device or follow along with our examples. |
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Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA |
June 26, 2026 at 9:00 am – 10:00 am |
Coffee Hour @ OFL |
Join us every Friday for coffee, tea, and good community. |
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June 27, 2026 at 10:00 am – 11:00 am |
Tech Help, drop-in |
Drop in any time between 10am and 11am to get help with your device and computer. Our tech help person will walk you through each challenge and teach as they go. These tech help sessions are funded by the American Libraries Association Transforming Communities Grant. |
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Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA |
July 1, 2026 at 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm |
Orwell Artists Meeting |
The Orwell Artist group strives to help local artists by sharing ideas on promotion, art techniques and giving friendly art critiques. If you would be interested in joining the group or would like to participate in some way, contact us at 802-948-2167 or message us through Facebook atwww.facebook.com/Orwellartists |
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July 2, 2026 at 10:00 am – 11:00 am |
Orwell Community Learning Garden |
Gardening in Orwell, Vermont is not for the faint of heart! Come help with the upkeep of our community garden and learn from Vermont Master Gardener's as you work. All produce is free to take. This garden is a project of Vermont Master Gardeners, Orwell Free Library and Orwell Village School. |
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Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA |
July 3, 2026 at 9:00 am – 10:00 am |
Coffee Hour @ OFL |
Join us every Friday for coffee, tea, and good community. |
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Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA |
July 3, 2026 at 10:30 am – 11:30 am |
Story Time for tots and preschoolers |
Celebrating Us Story Time Stories, songs, movement and a craft are featured during our summer story time events. Help encourage a love of books and early literacy skills each week with your child. Be prepared to read and play outside! |
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Orwell Free Library |
July 4, 2026 at 10:00 am – 10:45 am |
Music with Anna |
Immerse your little ones (ages 3-6) in the joy of music with early childhood music educator, Anna Laufenberg! Through hands-on instrument exploration, interactive sing-alongs, and creative movement, cultivate a love for music while fostering creativity. This free monthly program is created for children ages 3-6. Families with multi-aged children are welcome to participate. |
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Orwell Free Library |
July 4, 2026 at 10:00 am – 10:45 am |
Music with Anna |
Immerse your little ones (ages 3-6) in the joy of music with early childhood music educator, Anna Laufenberg! Through hands-on instrument exploration, interactive sing-alongs, and creative movement, cultivate a love for music while fostering creativity. This free monthly program is created for children ages 3-6. Families with multi-aged children are welcome to participate. |
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Orwell Free Library |
July 4, 2026 at 10:00 am – 10:45 am |
Music with Anna |
Immerse your little ones (ages 3-6) in the joy of music with early childhood music educator, Anna Laufenberg! Through hands-on instrument exploration, interactive sing-alongs, and creative movement, cultivate a love for music while fostering creativity. This free monthly program is created for children ages 3-6. Families with multi-aged children are welcome to participate. |
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Orwell Free Library |
July 4, 2026 at 10:00 am – 10:45 am |
Music with Anna |
Immerse your little ones (ages 3-6) in the joy of music with early childhood music educator, Anna Laufenberg! Through hands-on instrument exploration, interactive sing-alongs, and creative movement, cultivate a love for music while fostering creativity. This free monthly program is created for children ages 3-6. Families with multi-aged children are welcome to participate. |
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Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA |
July 4, 2026 at 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm |
All Ears with Doss |
Read to Doss the therapy dog. Great for early and reluctant readers - or those that are looking for a furry friend to pet. |
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July 7, 2026 at 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm |
Tech Help, drop-in |
Drop in any time between 1pm and 2pm to get help with your device and computer. Our tech help person will walk you through each challenge and teach as they go. These tech help sessions are funded by the American Libraries Association Transforming Communities Grant. |
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Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA |
July 7, 2026 at 4:45 pm |
Stuffed Animal Sleep Over |
Bring in your stuffed animal for an art party and stuffy only sleepover. Pick up your stuffy on Wednesday after 2pm and hear all about their overnight silliness! |
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Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA |
July 7, 2026 at 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm |
Stop Motion Animation Club for grades 5 and up |
Create stop motion animation movies and eat snacks! This weekly club is for rising 5th graders and up (tweens and teens). Bring your own device or use one of ours. No need to attend all 4 events, come when you can! These events are sponsored by Vermont Department of Libraries. |
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Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA |
July 8, 2026 at 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm |
Acoustic Jam Open Mic |
Unplugged open mic. All levels welcome. |
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July 9, 2026 at 10:00 am – 11:00 am |
Orwell Community Learning Garden |
Gardening in Orwell, Vermont is not for the faint of heart! Come help with the upkeep of our community garden and learn from Vermont Master Gardener's as you work. All produce is free to take. This garden is a project of Vermont Master Gardeners, Orwell Free Library and Orwell Village School. |
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July 9, 2026 at 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm |
Historical Society Presentations |
Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/cqv-wzyb-fcm Learn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720 |
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Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA |
July 10, 2026 at 9:00 am – 10:00 am |
Coffee Hour @ OFL |
Join us every Friday for coffee, tea, and good community. |
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Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA |
July 10, 2026 at 10:30 am – 11:30 am |
Story Time for tots and preschoolers |
DINO HELLO! Stories, songs, movement and a craft are featured during our summer story time events. Help encourage a love of books and early literacy skills each week with your child. Be prepared to read and play outside! |
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Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA |
July 10, 2026 at 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm |
Teen Advisory Group |
TAG members help by choosing library events, picking books for the shelves, and volunteering throughout the year . Meetings are always fun and food is always served. Join us monthly. Teens in grades 7-12 encouraged to participate. |
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July 11, 2026 at 10:00 am – 11:00 am |
Tech Help, drop-in |
Drop in any time between 10am and 11am to get help with your device and computer. Our tech help person will walk you through each challenge and teach as they go. These tech help sessions are funded by the American Libraries Association Transforming Communities Grant. |
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July 12, 2026 at 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm |
Orwell Food & Farm Fest |
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Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA |
July 14, 2026 at 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm |
Fiber Crafters Meet-up |
All fiber interests and abilities welcome. |
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Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA |
July 14, 2026 at 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm |
Orwell Macros |
Explore the smallest aquatic creatures from our waterways with librarian Heather. Hunt through muck to find each macro-invertebrate then use a projecting microscope to view your discoveries. |
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Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA |
July 14, 2026 at 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm |
Stop Motion Animation Club for grades 5 and up |
Create stop motion animation movies and eat snacks! This weekly club is for rising 5th graders and up (tweens and teens). Bring your own device or use one of ours. No need to attend all 4 events, come when you can! These events are sponsored by Vermont Department of Libraries. |
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July 15, 2026 at 6:30 pm – 7:15 pm |
Conversational French |
Sit down with native speaker Nat and practice your French. |
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July 16, 2026 at 10:00 am – 11:00 am |
Orwell Community Learning Garden |
Gardening in Orwell, Vermont is not for the faint of heart! Come help with the upkeep of our community garden and learn from Vermont Master Gardener's as you work. All produce is free to take. This garden is a project of Vermont Master Gardeners, Orwell Free Library and Orwell Village School. |
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July 16, 2026 at 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm |
Orwell Free Library Board of Trustees Meeting |
Agenda available under the About tab on the library website. No meeting in July and December. |
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Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA |
July 17, 2026 at 10:30 am – 11:30 am |
Story Time for tots and preschoolers |
T-Rex T-PartyStories, songs, movement and a craft are featured during our summer story time events. Help encourage a love of books and early literacy skills each week with your child. Be prepared to read and play outside! |
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Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA |
July 21, 2026 at 10:30 am – 11:30 am |
All Ears with Doss |
Read to Doss the therapy dog. Great for early and reluctant readers - or those that are looking for a furry friend to pet. |
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July 21, 2026 at 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm |
Tech Help, drop-in |
Drop in any time between 1pm and 2pm to get help with your device and computer. Our tech help person will walk you through each challenge and teach as they go. These tech help sessions are funded by the American Libraries Association Transforming Communities Grant. |
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Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA |
July 21, 2026 at 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm |
DINOLYMPICS |
Race against the clock and other teams to win the Dinosaur Olympics! The minute-to-win-it style games will be fun for all ages. |
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July 21, 2026 at 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm |
Orwell Historical Society Meeting |
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Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA |
July 21, 2026 at 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm |
Stop Motion Animation Club for grades 5 and up |
Create stop motion animation movies and eat snacks! This weekly club is for rising 5th graders and up (tweens and teens). Bring your own device or use one of ours. No need to attend all 4 events, come when you can! These events are sponsored by Vermont Department of Libraries. |
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Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA |
July 25, 2026 at 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm |
Listen. From Edison to MP3 |
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Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA |
July 28, 2026 |
Tie-Dye Party |
Kids will learn basic tie-dye techniques and create their own vibrant, one-of-a-kind t-shirt to take home. Bring your creativity and something white to dye. |
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Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA |
July 28, 2026 at 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm |
Fiber Crafter's Meetup |
All fiber interests and abilities welcome. Come and share your Knit, crochet, rug hooking, embroidery, or any other fiber craft with us. Happy to teach knit or crochet if you need help. |
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Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA |
July 28, 2026 at 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm |
Stop Motion Animation Club for grades 5 and up |
Create stop motion animation movies and eat snacks! This weekly club is for rising 5th graders and up (tweens and teens). Bring your own device or use one of ours. No need to attend all 4 events, come when you can! These events are sponsored by Vermont Department of Libraries. |
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Orwell Free Library |
July 30, 2026 at 6:00 pm – 6:45 pm |
Book Discussion |
Monthly conversation about the book of the month. Find copies at the library. |
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Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St, Orwell, VT 05760, USA |
July 31, 2026 at 10:30 am – 11:30 am |
Story Time for tots and preschoolers |
DIG! Stories, songs, movement and a craft are featured during our summer story time events. Help encourage a love of books and early literacy skills each week with your child. Be prepared to read and play outside! |
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September 13, 2026 at 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm |
Orwell Food & Farm Fest |
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September 14, 2026 at 6:30 pm – 7:15 pm |
Conversational French |
Sit down with native speaker Nat and practice your French. |
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September 15, 2026 at 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm |
School House of VT |
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Platt Memorial Library, 279 Main St, Shoreham, VT 05770, USA |
October 14, 2026 at 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm |
A Revolution Will Not Be Tweeted |
“We The People” are invited to this presentation by John Vincent to learn the history of printing The American Revolution, and to engage in a conversation around an old printing press, pull a broadside, and imagine what The Next Revolution could be. At this presentation you will learn that the mission statement of A Revolutionary… |
