Plant sale at RFPL on May 31
BELLOWS FALLS - On Saturday, May 31, from 9 a.m. until noon, the Friends of the Rockingham Free Public Library will host its annual plant sale.
Proceeds from the sale will help fund many of the library's needs in furnishings, sponsored talks and events, children's programing, and family passes to local museums and parks.
Hilltop Montessori School hosts tag sale
BRATTLEBORO - Join Hilltop Montessori School for a fun-filled day of shopping at their Community Tag Sale on Saturday, May 31, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at their campus, located at 99 Stafford Farm Hill Rd.
They will have a variety of gently used items for sale, including furniture, toys and games, books, clothing, household goods, sporting equipment. All proceeds from the sale benefit Hilltop students and school activities. Cash and credit card payments are accepted.
Plant swap, book sale at Whitingham Library
JACKSONVILLE - On Saturday, May 31, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Whitingham Free Public Library, 2948 Route 100 South, will host its annual Plant Swap & Book Sale. Bring a plant and take a plant or two. Donations are gratefully accepted.
Plants include perennials, annuals, vegetables, and houseplants. The book sale will include hardcover fiction and nonfiction books, as well as paperback books. For more information, call 802-368-7506.
Lions host 'Huge Spring Tag Sale'
JACKSONVILLE - Find treasures and support the Deerfield Valley Lions at the same time at their Huge Spring Tag Sale on Sunday, June 1, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., rain or shine, at the Whitingham Municipal Center on Route 100.
The tag sale will feature housewares, kitchen gadgets, furniture, and more. Home-baked goods will also be available for donations. All proceeds go to support initiatives in Deerfield Valley communities.
'Read Banned Books!' group forms in Grafton
GRAFTON - A "Read Banned Books!" group, with co-moderators Keith Hermiz and librarian Michelle Dufort, will meet monthly on the second Wednesday of the month, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Grafton Public Library on Main Street, starting on July 9.
"Recently, 380 titles were quietly removed from the shelves of the Nimitz Library at the U.S. Naval Academy," Hermiz and Dufort wrote in a news release. "These works, many of which explore themes of diversity, equality, and inclusion, were deemed unsuitable for the men and women training to lead America's Navy. But we believe Admiral [Chester] Nimitz, a man who faced down tyranny abroad, would not shrink from the free exchange of ideas at home.
Each month, the group will select a title from the Nimitz Library's banned list - "books that challenge, enlighten, and sometimes discomfort," said Hermiz and Dufort. "In reading them, we affirm a simple truth: free minds make strong leaders. Join us. Read bravely. Think boldly. Be as fearless in thought as Admiral Nimitz was at sea."
The first book is Light from Uncommon Stars by Ryka Aoki - a genre-blending sci-fi/fantasy with themes of redemption, love, queer identity, and the power of music. And doughnuts. (Participants will have to read the book to discover how doughnuts play a part.)
Register at [email protected] to be on the book group mailing list, to borrow books from the reading list, and to receive discussion guides. Multiple copies of Light from Uncommon Stars have arrived and are available to borrow, so participants can begin their reading. All are welcome.
Chester Democrats host Town Hall with Vermont AG Charity Clark
CHESTER - The Chester Democratic Town Committee will sponsor a Town Hall with Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark on Monday, June 9, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Chester Town Hall, 556 Elm St.
Clark will discuss her recent work to protect the rule of law and Vermont's sovereignty, including the impact of recent Federal actions on Vermont. Following her overview, she will take questions from the audience. "This will be a great opportunity to hear firsthand about the work of the Attorney General's office on behalf of all Vermonters," said organizers in a news release.
Healing Arts Grief Group forms
BRATTLEBORO - Join the Center for Solace (formerly Brattleboro Area Hospice) for a transformative experience through the Healing Arts Grief Group, where participants can embrace the power of art as a healing tool. "This program provides a nurturing space for individuals navigating the challenges of grief," wrote organizers in a news release.
Throughout this series of sessions, participants will engage in various creative expressions that foster healing and personal growth. "Our supportive environment will encourage discussion and exploration, allowing each person to connect with their emotions and find inspiration through artistic practices, leading to personal growth and healing," organizers said.
Those with previous experience in art or writing as well as those new to these endeavors are welcome. "All you need to bring is your willingness to explore and share." Registration is required for this program to ensure the Center can provide the best experience for all participants. To reserve a spot, contact Bereavement Program Coordinator Lars Hunter at 802-257-0775, ext. 104, or [email protected].
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