The Presidential Library: Books that Shaped Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln, Roosevelt, and Others with Joseph Luzzi of Bard College We will discuss why George Washington was obsessed with a play about a Roman freedom fighter who opposed Julius Caesar; how Thomas Jefferson came to have the largest personal library in the country; what drew Abraham Lincoln to Shakespeare so obsessively (and which Shakespeare play […]
Story Time | Wednesdays at 10AM Join us in the Children’s Room* every Wednesday at 10am for stories, songs and play! Even the littlest kiddos learn at Story Time! No registration. *Please note this room is only accessible by stair, we have no elevator.
Bird Walk Saturday, February 7th 9:00 - 10:30 am Join local birders to gather long-term data on the presence of birds, their abundance, and changes in populations. Appropriate for birders of all skill levels, the walks traverse uneven terrain on forest and meadow trails and around the main house. Meet at the Welcome Center parking lot. […]
Great Art on Screen Event documentaries featuring an in-depth look at the most extraordinary and groundbreaking art masters of their time. Frida – Viva La Vida is a cinematic documentary event film that highlights the two sides of Frida Kahlo’s spirit: a revolutionary pioneering artist of contemporary feminism, and on the other, a human being tormented by agony […]
Photography Fundamentals in Nature Feb 08, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Merck Forest and Farmland Center, 3270 VT-315, Rupert, VT 05768, USA Join professional photographer Eric Jenks for a 3-hour woods walk and introduction to nature photography!
Spring Planning for Invasive Species | Sunday, February 8th at 1PM Ignoring invasives in the forest is like ignoring weeds in a garden. Invasive species are spreading in Vermont, and it is up to ALL of us to fight them. Whether on public or private lands, invasive plants outlast, outcompete, and outproduce native species. Addressing […]
Are you an expert knitter? Can only knit and purl? Or want to learn from scratch? Join the Dorset Knitters at 5pm every Tuesday! Snacks (finger foods) and beverages are pot-luck style! Email: dorsetvillagelibrary@gmail.com if you have questions…or if you’re interested in Loom Knitting!
Nonfiction Book Club | Tuesday, February 10th at 5PM This book club focuses on modern history and other nonfiction books chosen by participants. You will find good conversation and history buffs at each meeting! This month’s book: In the Company of Soldiers: A Chronicle of Combat by Rick Atkinson - From Pulitzer Prize winner and bestselling […]
Local’s Day @ JK Adams Kitchen Store Every Wednesday in February & March is Local’s Day – where everyone is a local! Spin the wheel and win a discount up to 30% of on your entire purchase (some exclusions apply). Exclusions include already discounted items and electronics.
Story Time | Wednesdays at 10AM Join us in the Children’s Room* every Wednesday at 10am for stories, songs and play! Even the littlest kiddos learn at Story Time! No registration. *Please note this room is only accessible by stair, we have no elevator.
GMALL Presents - From MD&G Railroad to Historic Rail Trail Thursday, February 12 from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm at the Historic Bennington County Courthouse Green Mountain Academy for Lifelong Learning is excited to partner with the Manchester Historical Society to present this talk about the Historic Rail Trail in Manchester. The transformation of the Manchester, […]
What Was That Book Called? | Thursday, February 12th at 6PM Ever have a hard time remembering what books you’ve read? Learn about options for tracking your reading online through Goodreads and StoryGraph or with a physical reading journal with Librarian Deanna. We’ll also make book bingo boards to help inspire your reading list for […]