Thursday, October 22, at 1pm, we’ll host a book making workshop. Learn how to build your own journal or small book from cardboard and a few sheets of paper. If you can push a needle through a piece of paper, you have all the skills you need! Please let us know you’re attending so we…
The library is going the good old-fashioned route this Halloween. On Wednesday, October 28, from 6-7:30 we’re planning a wiener roast in the parking lot, a hayride down River Road, and then we’ll be back at the library for smores! We’re looking for people willing to allow us to borrow a smokeless firepit or two…
We have another great puzzle challenge coming up this Saturday! Teams can register by sending an email to sherburnememorial@gmail.com
We hope you’ll join us on Thursday, September 17, from 4-6 pm at the library for our Enchanted Forest Fundraiser. Tickets are available for $30 each from the library or you can purchase here on the library website home page. We will have finger foods, wine, champagne, entertainment, and everyone will get a sneak peek…
The Kingdom Quest Begins! Friday, August 14th Something magical is afoot in Killington… and it’s hiding in local businesses! Join us for the Killington Kingdom Quest, a whimsical scavenger hunt that will send you exploring the Kingdom of Killington in search of fairy-tale treasures, curious characters, and a few surprises along the way. Participating businesses…
From her parents, deaf psychologist Irene W. Leigh learned how quickly safety could be yanked away. Her parents, Jews who barely escaped Nazi Germany on the eve of World War II, tried to shield Leigh from harm, never talking about the horrors they endured, and it was not until recently that she began to discover…
The Sherburne Library is pleased to host “Vermont Movies? Why? And How” with presenter Jay Craven this Wednesday, July 29th at 6:30 p.m. In this talk, Craven will describe working with actors such as Rip Torn, Tantoo Cardinal, Kris Kristofferson and Michael J. Fox and share the satisfactions and challenges that come from a deep…
The library booksale is happening on Saturday, July 4, from 9-1pm. We will have Adult Fiction and Non-Fiction, Children’s Books, DVDs, Young Adult and Large Print. All books are available by donation. We will also have library book bags, water bottles, and wishing jars available for purchase to help raise funds for the Enchanted Forest…
We hope you’ll join us for a special presentation of Lost Nation, produced by local director Jay Craven. This is the story of the American Revolution from two very different perspectives. Jay will be available for questions and comments after the film, Jay Craven’s newest film, “Lost Nation,” is a Revolutionary War era action drama…
This summer we’ll be Unearthing a Great Book and going to the dogs! Our Open House is scheduled for June 6 and we’ll be setting up an agility course this summer for dogs of all shapes and sizes! Our official kick-off for the kids is coming up on June 24, but come check out the…
Mark your calendar for June 6! Touch-a-Truck is bigger and better this year! We even have the Sundae Sisters joining us for some great ice cream! The library will open from 9-1, but we’re asking folks to park along River Road. The big trucks will be entering the parking lot between 9-10am and we don’t…
Curious about data centers and what they could mean for our community? Join us for a neighbor-to-neighbor Community Discussion & Q&A designed especially for Sherburne Memorial Library patrons and Killington area residents. This is your chance to learn, ask questions, and be part of an important conversation shaping our region. The discussion is scheduled for Wednesday,…
We are thrilled to be able to show “After All” a movie directed by Killington’s own Kerstin Karlhuber on May 20th at 1:00 pm. Kerstin will be joining us for questions after the movie. When Ellen returns home to care for her estranged, ailing mother and the teenage daughter she left behind, she is caught…
Storytelling in Vermont is a vibrant community activity, blending traditional oral histories with modern “storyslam” formats (like The Moth) for sharing true, personal, five-minute tales, often supporting local libraries and food shelves, and fostering connection through events at venues like arts centers and coffee shops, focusing on authentic human experiences. Key aspects include community-focused “story…
Have you written a poem you’d like to share with the world? Do you have a favorite poem? April is Poetry Month and here at the library, we’d like to showcase our favorite poems as well as our favorite poets. If you have an original poem you’d like to share, send it as a word…
Our next Adult Storytime is scheduled for Thursday, April 23, at 1pm. We have some amazing stories and ideas to show you. We guarantee you’ll laugh and leave with skills you can use to make your life ever so much easier! All are welcome. No registration necessary!
Our next Puzzle Challenge is Saturday, May 9, starting at 10am. This is one you will not want to miss. We will try to entice teams away from finishing with homemade goodies, dips, chips, drinks, and surprises. Sign up yourself or a team of 3-5 by emailing us at sherburnememorial@gmail.com First team to finish walks…
Saturday, April 11, at 10am, bring your little ones to the library for some Springtime fun with Mrs. Knipes! Crafts, stories and fun for little hands. Birth to age 5.
We’ll be wishing our smallest and sweetest patrons a Happy Valentine’s Day on Saturday, February 14, at 10 am. Come by for some sweets and treats with Mrs. Knipes!
Stop by the library on Fat Tuesday, February 17, for a taste of Cajun Spice! We’ll be celebrating all day!
Just a reminder that the library hosts a great story time with Mrs. Kate every Friday at 10:30am. Books, songs, crafts, Kate does it all! We have a great crowd of parents and toddlers each week, so come out and join us!
The library hosts the Vermont Fairy Tale Festival every year in the fall and not one penny for the festival comes out of our general budget. We fund raise to be able to put the festival together each year. We have generous folks in this community who donate as well. This year we’ve added library…
Our next jigsaw puzzle challenge will be held on the last Saturday of February at 10am. We will be doing a Charles Wysocki puzzle this round with 1000 pieces. It sounds like a lot, but the puzzle is full of words and phrases which should make things go fairly quickly. If you want to participate…
It’s that time of year once again. The library was responsible for the Valentine’s Phantom the first year or so thanks to the Killington Active Seniors climbing snowbanks and surprising the community. Since we are no longer in charge, we are wondering if the Phantom will strike again this year? February 14th is a Saturday…
On Sunday, December 21, at 4pm we hope you’ll join us for a community sing-a-long at Killington’s Little White Church. We will be singing carols and popular secular hits as well. The, at 5pm, join us downstairs for hot chocolate! All ages welcome.
Saturday, December 13 from 10-11 stop by the library for a special program for our smallest patrons. There will be games and crafts with Janet Cast. All are welcome.
The library will be hosting a holiday party for our seniors on Thursday, December 11, at 1pm. Please bring an appetizer to share and stay for a song or two and some special surprises. Please RSVP to Gerrie Russell by email (grussell40@yahoo.com) so we can plan accordingly.
The Library will be sponsoring at table at this year’s Festival of Trees. We are selling gift bags of all sizes, chocolate stocking stuffers, Wicked great gnomes and will be raffling off a 2×2 Barn Quilt. We are also decorating a tree in memory of our dear friend, Peter Gould. We hope you stop by…
We are in need of lots of great volunteers for this year’s Fairy Tale Festival. Volunteer hours are split up into blocks of 2 hours each so that no one is stuck in any one place too long. If you’re interested in volunteering, just let us know and we’ll let you choose what times and…
It’s that time of year again! Our annual stuffed animal sleepover is scheduled for Wednesday, August 6. If you have a stuffie and would like to participate, please bring your stuffie to the library before 2pm. Pick them up the next day and take a look at all the trouble they got into overnight. If…
For those interested in the Barn Quilt Project, we had such a response that we’ve added a Saturday. Currently, we will be doing quilts on Saturday, September 27, and Saturday October 4. Both days we’ll start at 9 am and we’ll likely be done around 2pm. Each person who signs up will need to choose…
Tonight’s summer concert will begin at 7pm instead of 6pm. It looks like we may get a last little bit of rain around 6, but we have no intention of that stopping us from enjoying the first concert of the season! Rain will be out of the area by 7pm, so bring your chairs and…
We would not be able to offer the great programs and decorations without our amazing senior volunteers. They come in on Tuesdays and tackle just about anything we give them. They cut and paste, play with yarn, make a mess, and have a great time. Our seniors helped with our summer decor this year, so…
Our summer kick off celebration will be held on Wednesday, June 25, at 1pm. Games, fun, bounce house, and water features abound! Registration isn’t required, just come, splash, and have a great time!
Join us for snacks and fun with trucks from KPD, KFD, GMP, Killington Auto, Town Garage, Regional Ambulance, Dead River and Killington Resort.
Our April Puzzle Challenge is scheduled for Saturday, April 19, and begins at 10am. We have space for four teams of three. Teams will try to be the first to solve two separate puzzles: one easy 100 piece and one slightly harder 500 piece. The first team to finish both puzzles wins $100 cash! To…
Our storyline is back with some new features! We’ll be updating stories in March for St. Patrick’s Day and you’ll be able to hear the audio of the March Board of Trustees Meeting if you’re interested in what happens behind the scenes at the library. We’ll also be updating as we get new information for…
We have a laser workshop scheduled for Saturday, March 22nd, at 10am. We have 12 spots available, so sign up by sending an email to sherburnememorial@gmail.com. The fee for this workshop is $25. It is a fundraiser for the upcoming Vermont Fairy Tale Festival. It only takes a few minutes to learn to print out…
We have a needle punch class for beginners scheduled for Saturday, March 15th, at 10am. The library will provide kits for up to 7 participants. We will show you how to do the craft and then you can start your own and finish either here at library or take it home. There is no charge…
We had such a great time for our first program, we’ve added another! This one is scheduled for Wednesday, February 12, at 6pm. We can’t take more than 12 folks, and 6 spots are already reserved. Please call the library at 422-9765 or send an email to sherburnememorial@gmail.com to reserve your spot before they’re all…
The library is hosting a Ladies & Laser Night on Thursday, January 30, at 6pm. This is a fundraiser for the annual Vermont Fairy Tale Festival and the fee to participate is $25. Tickets are available at the library. We will offer a quick tutorial on what the laser printer can do, provide drinks and…
The library will be showing Wicked on Friday, January 3, and Tuesday, January 7, at noon both days. We are excited to offer two showing to our patrons and if anyone is interested in an evening showing, please let us know at the library and we’ll see what we can do!
Our Fall Jig Saw Puzzle Challenge is scheduled for Sunday, November 17, at 10:30 am. To make it a bit more fair, we are signing up individual people and will organize teams on the morning of the challenge. If 9 people sign up, we’ll have 3 teams of 3, etc. To sign up, send an…
Thursday, November 14, at 1pm, the library will host another fun adult storytime! Books, stories, music, and generally what we do for the kids on Fridays, just with a more adult theme. We’ll be talking about Native Americans and everyone who joins us will receive a special gift from a current member of the Four…
What is geocaching and how does it work? The basic idea is to have individuals and organizations set up caches all over the world and share the locations of these caches on the internet. GPS users can then use the location coordinates to find the caches. Once found, a cache may provide the visitor with…
Vedic Astrology is the study and belief that the celestial bodies, stars and planets influence our lives. It is based on sacred scriptures from ancient India, called Vedas, that date back to 1500 BCE. Luckily, we have a patron who is learning about this type of astrology and is willing to share some of her…
Our afterschool programming will begin in October and will remain on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 – 5:30. A full schedule for the month of October will be available to pick up at the circulation desk soon. This gives our Youth Librarian and students a change to get back on a regular schedule and settle…
2026 Vendor Form Saturday, September 19, 2026 from 10am-4pm, join us for the Vermont Fairy Tale Festival. This year’s festival was a huge success with over 1200 people in attendance. Thanks to our vendors, libraries, and food trucks that participated. We will begin to plan for 2027 in January. We’ll list tales as soon as…
Thursday, September 3 at 6:00 pm the library will be hosting a Trivia Night. Whether we will be inside or outside depends on the weather and the size of the crowd. It would be most helpful if you plan to attend if you could let us know, either by phone (422-9765) or by sending an…
The library will be open by appointment beginning July 21 and will be open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12-4. We will still be open for curbside service for those who are not yet comfortable being in the building. Masks will be required to enter and you have a choice of two types of appointments: a…
Curbside service will continue for the remainder of the summer season. We are currently waiting for protective equipment to arrive (hands free hand sanitizer, shields, etc) and as soon as we are able to safely reopen for both staff and patrons, we will slowly phase in being open to the public a few days each…
Beginning the second week of June, journals will be available for all ages. On Saturday of each week, we will put out a new packet of colorful graphics and writing prompts to help you fill your pages. By the end of the summer, you’ll have a beautiful keepsake! To participate, all you need to do…
The library will begin curbside service the week of May 18. If you would like to place items on reserve for pick up, you’ll need your barcode number to log in to the library catalog. Once there, patrons can place up to two book titles and/or two movie/audio titles on hold for pick up. We…
We’ve looked forward to Spring these many months and with all upcoming holiday activities cancelled due to the pandemic, it’s a hard time for kids. While we are not trying to promote anything other than social distancing, we do know that families sometimes pile in the car to take a drive and get some well…
Along with the state Department of Libraries, we are following the state Dept. of Health advisories. If the outbreak gets severe in Vermont, we expect they will mandate closings of public buildings. Until such time (if it happens), we are doing what we can in keeping with recommendations for public buildings: We are disinfecting all…
Wednesday, March 4, starting at 3:45 we’ll be showing Abominable. Movie plot: Three teenagers must help a Yeti return to his family while avoiding a wealthy man and a zoologist who want him for their own needs. The movie came out in September 2019 and is rated PG. Snacks provided.
A recent medical study says: Choral Singing relieves stress, boosts confidence, strengthens the immune system, improves breathing, alleviates chronic pain and improves overall health. Wow. Join us on Saturday, January 25, at 10am for an hour of singing some of the greatest songs from the 50’s and 60’s. Words provided. Come sing, laugh, and improve…
The library is offering the perfect Christmas themed backdrop for family portraits on three different occasions in December. On Saturday, December 14th, from 9-1pm Santa will be here to take photos with the family or just spend a few minutes with the kids. If that date doesn’t work, the library will be open on Sunday,…
On Tuesday, November 26, at 1pm join us for our first of many Interactive Movie Events. The movie chosen is free to the public. If you’d like to participate in the antics during the movie, we’ll have bags of themed objects that go along with the plot of the film available for $5 each. It…
The library will be participating in the Greater Killington Women’s Club Holiday Bazaar scheduled for Friday, November 8, from 4:30-7:30 at The Summit Lodge in Killington. Paper Trees, Farmhouse Book Stacks, Ornaments, Library Bears, and Holiday décor will be sold to benefit the library. We hope you get a chance to stop by and do…
Our new check in/check out system allows us to send email reminders that your items are due, that your card is about to expire or that you have overdue materials that need to be returned. Next time you come to the library, we will double check to make sure we have a way to reach…
A Celebration of Vermont’s Public Libraries September 17, 2022 from 10-4, Killington VT Greetings from your festival hosts! The Sherburne Memorial Library is happy to host the festival again this year. All of our events are outside this year and we are thrilled to have some fabulous Vermont Public Libraries that have volunteered to showcase…
The Perseid’s will peak this year around 11pm on Monday, August 12. We try every year to have an event around the peak, but we normally get either clouded or rained out. This year it looks like we may have both! The Persied’s will continue to show off shooting stars through most of August, so…
Our book group is reading two of the many titles written by world renowned children’s author Katherine Paterson. Katherine is a long time Vermont resident and even though she is in the process of debuting yet another amazing children’s book this September, she has agreed to stop for a moment and Skype with our book…
Wings of Fire fans, join us after the library closes on Tuesday, July 30 to celebrate the newest book from the series – Book 13, The Poison Jungle!
A former attorney, Sejal Badani left the law to pursue writing full time. She was an ABC/Disney Writing Fellowship and CBS Writing Fellowship Finalist. When not writing, she loves reading, biking along the ocean, traveling and trying to teach her teacup Morkie not to hide socks under the bed (so far she has been completely…
Our Second Annual .5K Dash for Donuts is scheduled for Saturday, July 20, at 11 am. Tickets are available on the Vermont Fairy Tale Festival Facebook page or here at the library. Last year, over 50 participants dashed from the library to the recreation department and enjoyed donut stations on the way as well as…
Our book group is currently reading “Girl Waits With Gun” by Amy Stewart and she had gracious agreed to skype with the book group on Thursday, June 6th at 1pm here in the meeting room. The book group will meet at their regular time on May 29 to discuss the novel and gather questions they…
The library is hosting a “Once in a Blue Moon Brunch” on Saturday, May 18th at 10:30 am. There actually is a Blue Moon that evening, but as is usual, we in Vermont may be too cloudy to enjoy it. So why not celebrate it anyway? Tickets are $15 for one or $25 for a…
Mystery Night at the Library is scheduled for Saturday, April 27, from 6-8 pm. This event is similar to last year’s mystery event with a simplified game and the same fabulous sweet and savory treats that are paired with a variety of wines for you to sample. Come, bring a friend, and see if you…
Join us at The Summit Lodge in Killington for our second annual Sip & Spell: A Spelling Bee for Adults. The event is scheduled for Saturday, February 9. The Summit will offer a Pasta Bar beginning at 5pm and the Spelling Bee will begin at 7pm. The bar will be open all evening. To participate…
Ever wondered if snowshoeing is the right sport for you? Before you invest in a new pair, come try on a pair for size at the library! We have snowshoes for checkout to patrons who have an up to date account at the library. We have two pair of adult snowshoes and 6 pair of…
Our movie list has just been updated on this website. You’ll find the full list under the Events Tab at the top of the page and then clicking on “Happenings for Adults.” We have upgraded the technology in the meeting room with a brand new 90 inch flat screen and can now play blue-ray, DVD,…
The planning committee for the September 2019 Fairy Tale Festival meets on October 17th at the library at 6pm. Anyone in the community is welcome to join us in planning another spectacular festival for families for fall 2019!
Vermont Fairy Tale Festival & Vermont Viking Invasion Below, you will find a description of the festival we hosted last fall. This year, we are planning the Vermont Viking Invasion and it will be held September 21-23, with the 22nd being open to the public from 10-6pm free of charge. You’ll see authentic Viking encampments…
