New Energy Efficiency Page
Local events, resources, and new ideas for improving home weatherization and lowering heating bills brought to us by $ave Energy NEK.
https://greensborofreelibrary.org/save-energy-nek/
Do you have an interest in energy and ways we can reduce our carbon footprint? Do you have thoughts about how climate change can affect our community in the long term? We are working on ways to help our community address this needs. We would love to have you join us to learn more about what we are doing.
Looking into heat pumps? Go to the following to learn more https://greensborofreelibrary.org/2024/11/09/looking-into-heat-pumps/
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Gallery
This is an invitation for you to come see the latest exhibit at the Greensboro Free Library. It is views of Caspian Lake done by local residents in a variety of media. They are done in acrylic on canvas board and wood, colored pencil, a paper collage, oil on canvas, pastels, photographs, a photo montage, prints, stained glass mosaic, watercolor, and woodblock print.
Elinor Osborn
Elinor has the Osborn Photo Gallery in Craftsbury Common. She specializes in photos of the Northeast Kingdom. Her digital camera enables her to see details of nature which remain hidden from casual observation. She is a 2009 winner in Nature’s Best Photography Backyards Contest sponsored by Nature’s Best, the most prestigious nature photography magazine in the the U.S. Stop in and enjoy the many pictures of owls.
Exhibits have been done by local craftsmen. Several are available for either a donation to the library or for a fee.
Many thanks to the owners who have given them to the library for showing in the gallery so you can enjoy the views of Caspian.
Programs & Events
Programming for Children
Everyone is welcome to these free programs at the library – both children & adults
| Ongoing programs: Makerspace-crafts, games, Legos, dress up Backyard-large tent, sandbox, play kitchen, boat, garden Storywalks along the Willey Beach Trail Collaborative scavenger hunt between 6 libraries-Come get your passport! DIY adventure programming & kits | |
| After-school Program We will walk from the Lakeview after school and anyone else (ie. homeschool or a different school) is welcome to meet us at the library around 3 pm. Snacks, crafts, activities, games, Legos, stories and play time. Please pre-register by contacting me at [email protected] . | Tues 3:30-5 PM |
| Preschool Story Hour – Ages 0-6 Enjoy stories, songs, crafts! | Thur 10:30-11:30 AM |
| Homeschool Group – Ages 6-12 Join our multi age homeschool group and engage in stories, games, conversation and crafts. We will enjoy themed stories throughout the school year, participate in some field trips and service projects, and play. Contact youth librarian Emily Purdy at [email protected] with questions or ideas. | Fri 10:30-11:30 AM |
| Makerspace! As always, come in and explore our Makerspace any time the library is open. There are arts and crafts supplies and ideas, dress up, blocks, legos, snapcircuits, turing tumble, and more! We also have many activity kits to check out including new kits for learning about earthquakes, volcanoes, the solar system and other science topics. | |
| Red Clover Chronicle! Youth are invited to write for the year round Red Clover Chronicle! A youth newspaper hosted by the Greensboro Free Library. Draw pictures, write articles, jokes, calendar items, book reviews, nature observations, etc. Please submit (nothing larger than 8 1/2″ X 7″ or a half page of legal sized paper) to the library by the first of any given month. There is an envelope hanging on a clipboard in the makerspace to gather submissions. Contact Daniela Dimarco at [email protected] or Megan Hall at [email protected] with questions. |
Contact Youth Librarian Emily Purdy with questions or ideas: [email protected] or the GFL at 802-533-2531
Programming for Adults
| Death Café A Death Café is a group directed discussion of death with no agenda, objectives or themes. It is a discussion group rather than a grief support or counselling session. The objective of this is ‘to increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their (finite) lives’. | Thurs Nov 14 Dec 12 11 AM |
| Vermont Reads Book Discussion – “Gather” by Kenneth M. Cadow Cadow’s debut novel portrays a challenging coming-of-age in rural Vermont with warmth, humor, and insight. Ian observes the turmoil that surrounds him with bewilderment and deadpan humor. . . . Cadow captures Ian’s engaging naïveté, which is tempered by a survivor’s unflappability and a blossoming sense of irony. . . . A heartfelt novel about the challenges of youth and the value of community. —Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Free copies now available at the library. Vermont Reads book for 2024 sponsored by Vermont Humanities Zoom link available at greensborofreelibrary.org Call (802)-533-2531 for more information. | Thurs Nov 21 1:00 PM Library or by ZOOM |
| Ayurvedic Approaches to Health with Renee Rossi Dr. Rossi will talk about women’s challenges with aging and present approaches for maintaining good health from both holistic and western medicine for maintaining good health. | Thur Nov 21 4-6:00 PM |
| Owls presented by photographer and naturalist Elinor Osborn Elinor Osborn’s photography enables her to see details of nature which remain hidden from casual observation. Using a digital camera and computer she creates both traditional photo prints and creative “Art Image” prints. She will discuss how she does it and discuss the photos of owls in the Art Gallery | Fri Nov 22 10:30 AM |
| Holiday Card Making with local artists Beth Meacham and Joanne George Explore notecard making with Beth Meacham and Joanne George. Learn how to make book cards, pop up cards, collage cards and more. All ages are welcome. Workshop is FREE. Supplies provided. Refreshments will be served. We would appreciate your signing up ahead of time at the Greensboro Free Library: 802-533-2531 or email Paula at [email protected] | Sun Dec 1 10:00 AM |
| Knit Night Bring your handiwork and join us for an evening of camaraderie! | Tues 5:30-7PM |
| Informal Spanish Conversation Hour with Anna Kehler All levels welcome! Questions? Contact [email protected] | 5:30-7:00 PM |
| Invasive Plants in Greensboro View the invasive plants that are in Greensboro. Learn what species are likely to cause economic or environmental harm or to harm human health. See how to identify them and more importantly how to control them in this presentation from William Marlier available here https://greensborofreelibrary.org/invasives-presentation-fall-2023/ | |
| Lending Library – Long Term Laptops Several laptops are available to be loaned out for a period of 3 months with renewals often accepted. Ask at the front desk or email [email protected] for more information. Consider it for your homeschooler or business. | |
| Free Vegetables! Vegetables are available for everyone on Thursdays and while supplies last with thanks to local farmers, volunteers, and Salvation Farms. Stay healthy and fed! |
Upstairs Book Sale
The Book Sale is open (upstairs in the library) whenever the library is open.