What’s New!
HOLIDAY SALE!
Would you like to purchase gently used books at a reasonable price? The library has its annual indoor winter sale going on now!
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If you have used our Internet Intern, Blake Kincaid, and have not filled out an evaluation, please do so here http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/B5XH5X2. Having this information will help sustain funding. Thanks for taking the time.
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TEEN VIDEO CHALLENGE 2014
The Vermont Department of Libraries and the Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSLP) are co-sponsoring a video contest. Teens, 13-18, individually or in teams, are invited to create a short Public Service Announcement promoting the 2014 summer theme, “Spark a Reaction,” and promoting reading and libraries. The winner of the Vermont challenge, when approved by CSLP, will receive $275 and his/her sponsoring library will be awarded prizes worth $125.
Go to the site listed below for more information!
http://libraries.vermont.gov/libraries/srp/childrenteen/teenvideocontest
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You may have heard of MOOCs (Massive Online Open Courses) and now the Community College of Vermont has a “LOOC” – a little online open course.
“On the Hunt for the Perfect Job” is a free, five-week online course that guides participants through the job search process. No application, registration, or payment required—participants just need a name and email address to enroll. You’ll find more information and the link to register on the CCV website here: http://ccv.edu/online/looc/
“On the Hunt for the Perfect Job” is a free, five-week online course that guides participants through the job search process. No application, registration, or payment required—participants just need a name and email address to enroll. You’ll find more information and the link to register on the CCV website here: http://ccv.edu/online/looc/
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The children’s room is closed because of water damage we found on Monday, June 24th. As children books are returned they will be available on the top floor for a limited amount of browsing. If you have a children’s book request, library staff can retrieve it for you–please ask us! If you have any questions please ask library staff or call the library at 626-5475.
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Celebrating Writers in Vermont!
Green Mountain Power and Vermont Magazine are excited to announce a new partnership that will continue to honor the literary legacy of Ralph Nading Hill, Jr. through the Vermont Writers’ Prize. The focus of the entry must be: Vermont–its People, the Place, its History or its Values. It can be an essay, short story, play or poem that is 1,500 words or less. The winner will receive a $1,500 prize as well as the honor of having their piece published in Vermont Magazine. Entries should be sent to Vermont Writers’ Prize, c/o Green Mountain Power, 163 Acorn Lane, Colchester, VT 05466. Visit greenmountainpower.com and vermont magazine.com or call (802) 655-8410 for more information. Entries are due by November 1, 2013.
Green Mountain Power and Vermont Magazine are excited to announce a new partnership that will continue to honor the literary legacy of Ralph Nading Hill, Jr. through the Vermont Writers’ Prize. The focus of the entry must be: Vermont–its People, the Place, its History or its Values. It can be an essay, short story, play or poem that is 1,500 words or less. The winner will receive a $1,500 prize as well as the honor of having their piece published in Vermont Magazine. Entries should be sent to Vermont Writers’ Prize, c/o Green Mountain Power, 163 Acorn Lane, Colchester, VT 05466. Visit greenmountainpower.com and vermont magazine.com or call (802) 655-8410 for more information. Entries are due by November 1, 2013.
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http://families.naeyc.org/ – has some nice resources for families with young children.
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KidsHealth.org This site has WORD! A Glossary of Medical Terms www.kidshealth.org/kid/word
The Nemours Foundation sponsors this site for parents, kids, and teens.
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Having trouble making your mortgage payment? Look for help here at http://www.makinghomeaffordable.gov/Pages/default.aspx Any help you use should be free.
Check out the Dorothy Canfield Fisher DCF blog!
Kids talking about books on a list that kids annually choose a winner!
Kids talking about books on a list that kids annually choose a winner!
Quick Facts
You will need to create an account and have a valid e-mail address to sign up for courses.
You will need to create an account and have a valid e-mail address to sign up for courses.
You are welcome to enroll in up to 5 courses.
You have 6 months to finish each course.
You have access to your course 24/7 via the Internet.
Attend class and do assignments on your schedule.
Each course has a real instructor who you may communicate with using e-mail.
These are non-credit courses and are provided for your personal enrichment. These courses are not intended to be a substitute for any state, government, licensing, or educational requirements.
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Please contact us with a request.
Please make reading suggestions,
we would rather purchase books tailored for local needs. Books can be reserved and renewed in our online catalog from home, or call us. Your ID number is your whole library card number. Your pin number is the last four digits of your library card number. It will not work if you have overdue items. If you need help, let us know.
Please make reading suggestions,
we would rather purchase books tailored for local needs. Books can be reserved and renewed in our online catalog from home, or call us. Your ID number is your whole library card number. Your pin number is the last four digits of your library card number. It will not work if you have overdue items. If you need help, let us know.
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Listen up Vermont!
Cobleigh brings you Downloadable audio books from Overdrive! You can access all of their content with just your library card from the comfort of your home.
Check out the new ebooks!
Cobleigh brings you Downloadable audio books from Overdrive! You can access all of their content with just your library card from the comfort of your home.
Check out the new ebooks!
For more information click here.
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The University of Vermont is sponsoring a Landscape Change Program, which brings historic images of Vermont to the World through our website. They want to learn what kind of impact the Interstate has had on their lives. Click here to view the pictures.
