Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Town Meeting Day in Montpelier
This year the Kellogg-Hubbard Library's request for funding from the city of Montpelier is in a different place than in recent years. Our entire funding request is in one place - Article 10. None of it is in the city budget - this is the change. This decision was made by the city council. Also, we were notified by the city that our funding request was in Article 9 so our newspaper ads asked voters to vote yes on Article 9. It turns out that our request is Article 10. Please support the library by voting yes on Article 10! Our request is level funded - the exact same amount as last year. Thank you for your support!
Let it snow!
The library closed early today - at 5pm - because of the snow. This evening's program, China: Economy vs Environment with Montreal political scientist and China expert Loic Tasse, will be re-scheduled at a later date. We'll be looking at the weather report for tomorrow, too. Ron Krupp's program is scheduled for tomorrow night. We make decisions about program cancellation by 1pm the day of the program and post it on our website and also on Facebook. Did you know that you can become a fan of the Kellogg-Hubbard Library on Facebook?
If you want books and other materials we recommend that you come earlier in the day tomorrow - just in case we close early again.
If you want books and other materials we recommend that you come earlier in the day tomorrow - just in case we close early again.
Monday, January 4, 2010
First Week of January at KHL
Books for your collection!
The winter book sale still has plenty of good books left. There are some great buys waiting for you.
First Wednesdays Program: This week, Wednesday at 7pm, David Schutz will talk about the State House and its political, architectural and cultural significance and tell stories of its past, its recent renovations and its central place in the hearts of Vermonters.
Vermont READS! 2010
We have copies of the book, The Day of the Pelican by Katherine Paterson. This is the new Vt Humanities Council VT READS book. Katherine has just been named National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature!
The winter book sale still has plenty of good books left. There are some great buys waiting for you.
First Wednesdays Program: This week, Wednesday at 7pm, David Schutz will talk about the State House and its political, architectural and cultural significance and tell stories of its past, its recent renovations and its central place in the hearts of Vermonters.
Vermont READS! 2010
We have copies of the book, The Day of the Pelican by Katherine Paterson. This is the new Vt Humanities Council VT READS book. Katherine has just been named National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature!
Thursday, December 24, 2009
Holiday Closings
Thursday, July 23, 2009
6th Annual Onion River Century Ride
Hopefully you've been out on your bike, climbing hills, and enjoying the rural roads of Vermont. This Saturday, July 25, 2009, you can hurry on down to the Montpelier Rec Field on Elm Street and register to ride in the Onion River Century Ride. We added a shorter loop, 23.7 miles, for those of us who are not ready yet to ride 68 or 111 miles in one day! The entry fee is $65 and you can register at 7:30am at the Rec Field.The official start of the race is at 8:30am with a police escort through town and to the roundabout at Walker Motors. After that you're on your own on Rte 2 to East Montpelier where you'll pick up Rte 14 to all three loops. Each loop is color-coordinated so you follow the arrow signs with your color. The 24 mile loop turns left onto Factory Street in North Montpelier and winds itself over to the Adamant Coop for the food and drink stop. The 68 mile loop heads to Hardwick, then Morrisville to Rte 12 back to Montpelier. The longest loop continues past Hardwick to Barton, Irasburg, North Wolcott, Morrisville then down RTE 12 to Montpelier. All rides start and end at the Montpelier Rec Field. A delicious end-of-ride BBQ will be waiting for you!
Ride your bike for the library! All proceeds after expenses go to the Kellogg-Hubbard Library! Thank you Andrew Brewer and Carrie Baker Stahler of Onion River Sports for making this happen! And listen to WDEV live at various stops along the ride!
Friday, April 3, 2009
Weathering the Storm
This difficult economic climate presents challenges for all of us. The Kellogg-Hubbard Library is offering a series of timely programs to help people in our community come together to learn more about what we can do to weather the crisis.
Thanks to the many organizations and individuals who have offered to present programs at no charge to the library!
Thursday, April 9th, 7 pm
Finding Balance in Your Budget
If you are trying to figure out how to manage with less, join Matt Calhoun of Edward P. Jones, who will talk about the basics of budgeting and the importance of managing credit and debt.
Monday, April 13, 6:30 pm
Career and Education
Decision-Making for Adults
Are you thinking about upgrading your skills to become more competitive in the employment market? Can you afford to continue your education? Join this interactive workshop for 15 people with Andrea Gould from VSAC, Career & Education Outreach Program
Pre-registration is required by calling 223-3338.
Thursday, April 16, 7 pm
Health Insurance Options
If you are concerned about how you will fund health insurance for yourself or your family, Peter Youngbear, Executive Director of the Peoples Health and Wellness Clinic will discuss health insurance options for Vermonters., as well as health services offered by the Clinic.
Thurs., April 23, 1:30 pm
How to Find a Job
Learn about finding a job from the experts. Sheldon Esch, Career Development Facilitator with the Vermont Dept of Labor Resource Center in Barre will talk about the many free job-hunting services you can get through the Center.
Thursday, April 30, 7 pm
Panel: What Makes a Job Applicant Stand Out?
Do you sometimes feel as though the job application you submitted disappeared into a black hole? Come to hear a panel of human resources experts talk about what makes a job application stand out from the crowd and land that all-important interview.
May 4, 7 pm
Saving Money on Transportation
Receive tips for saving money by walking, biking, driving and taking public transit with Becka Roolf, Going Green Bicycle & Pedestrian Planning & Design Expert.
Thursday, May 7, 7 pm
Programs and Services of the Small Business
Administration
Many successful small businesses have started up during a difficult economy. If having your own business is something that you’ve thought about, come to an introductory session of the Small Business Administration and learn about the many free services they offer to help you make your dream a reality.
Thursday, May 14, 7 pm
Caring for your Pets in Hard Times
In hard times, a pet can be an friend and an emotional support. But a beloved pet’s needs can also cause financial strain. Join Erika Bruner, DVM from Onion River Animal Hospital for a discussion on how to keep your pet healthy in difficult times.
Thursday, May 21, 7 pm
Credit Issues & How to Deal with Shortfalls
Are you feeling squeezed by outstanding debt? Join Wendy Rea, Barre Branch President at Merchants Bank for a discussion on how to handle credit issues and financial shortfalls.
Thursday, May 28, 7 pm
Investing in Uncertain Times
Market ups and downs making you nervous? Not really sure what to do? Tom Golonka, Managing Partner in Silverlake Wealth Management, will help you figure out how to balance your investments to meet your long-term goals in any market environment.
Program support by:
Edward P. Jones
Going Green
Green Mountain United Way
Merchants Bank
National Life Group
Onion River Animal Hospital
People’s Health and Wellness Clinic
Silverlake Wealth Management
Small Business Administration
VSAC
Vermont Department of Labor
Thanks to the many organizations and individuals who have offered to present programs at no charge to the library!
Thursday, April 9th, 7 pm
Finding Balance in Your Budget
If you are trying to figure out how to manage with less, join Matt Calhoun of Edward P. Jones, who will talk about the basics of budgeting and the importance of managing credit and debt.
Monday, April 13, 6:30 pm
Career and Education
Decision-Making for Adults
Are you thinking about upgrading your skills to become more competitive in the employment market? Can you afford to continue your education? Join this interactive workshop for 15 people with Andrea Gould from VSAC, Career & Education Outreach Program
Pre-registration is required by calling 223-3338.
Thursday, April 16, 7 pm
Health Insurance Options
If you are concerned about how you will fund health insurance for yourself or your family, Peter Youngbear, Executive Director of the Peoples Health and Wellness Clinic will discuss health insurance options for Vermonters., as well as health services offered by the Clinic.
Thurs., April 23, 1:30 pm
How to Find a Job
Learn about finding a job from the experts. Sheldon Esch, Career Development Facilitator with the Vermont Dept of Labor Resource Center in Barre will talk about the many free job-hunting services you can get through the Center.
Thursday, April 30, 7 pm
Panel: What Makes a Job Applicant Stand Out?
Do you sometimes feel as though the job application you submitted disappeared into a black hole? Come to hear a panel of human resources experts talk about what makes a job application stand out from the crowd and land that all-important interview.
May 4, 7 pm
Saving Money on Transportation
Receive tips for saving money by walking, biking, driving and taking public transit with Becka Roolf, Going Green Bicycle & Pedestrian Planning & Design Expert.
Thursday, May 7, 7 pm
Programs and Services of the Small Business
Administration
Many successful small businesses have started up during a difficult economy. If having your own business is something that you’ve thought about, come to an introductory session of the Small Business Administration and learn about the many free services they offer to help you make your dream a reality.
Thursday, May 14, 7 pm
Caring for your Pets in Hard Times
In hard times, a pet can be an friend and an emotional support. But a beloved pet’s needs can also cause financial strain. Join Erika Bruner, DVM from Onion River Animal Hospital for a discussion on how to keep your pet healthy in difficult times.
Thursday, May 21, 7 pm
Credit Issues & How to Deal with Shortfalls
Are you feeling squeezed by outstanding debt? Join Wendy Rea, Barre Branch President at Merchants Bank for a discussion on how to handle credit issues and financial shortfalls.
Thursday, May 28, 7 pm
Investing in Uncertain Times
Market ups and downs making you nervous? Not really sure what to do? Tom Golonka, Managing Partner in Silverlake Wealth Management, will help you figure out how to balance your investments to meet your long-term goals in any market environment.
Program support by:
Edward P. Jones
Going Green
Green Mountain United Way
Merchants Bank
National Life Group
Onion River Animal Hospital
People’s Health and Wellness Clinic
Silverlake Wealth Management
Small Business Administration
VSAC
Vermont Department of Labor
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Programs through March
Here are our programs through the end of March. April will be packed full of programs, too! Look for the newsletters soon!
Thursday, March 19, 2009 at 6:30pm A Master Gardener program
In anticipation of the first day of spring join us for:Growing Small Fruits and Berrieswith David Fried, founder of Elmore Roots Nursery.
Monday, March 23, 2009 at 6:30pm
Building Compassionate Social Systems with Dominic Barter of Brazil
Learn how restorative circles are transforming lives and promoting peace in Brazil, and consider applications for building restorative communities in Vermont.
Wednesday, March 25, 2009 at 7pm Dreaming of Ireland with Lerna,
Dreaming of Ireland – A Journal of Discovery Through Music, Art, and Language – is a daily account of Lerna’s adventures during a three month trip to Ireland.
Monday, March 30, 2009 at 6;30pm Lawn to Garden Conversions
Permaculture teacher Mark Krawczyk will discuss simple, chemical-free strategies to eliminate lawn, build healthy soil, and establish beautiful, productive gardens. He'll examine the design, installation and maintenance of perennial, edible forest gardens, providing a dynamic, productive alternative to conventional landscaping.
As usual, the Kellogg-Hubbard Library programs are free, open to the public and ADA accessible. All of these programs are in the Hayes Room.
Thursday, March 19, 2009 at 6:30pm A Master Gardener program
In anticipation of the first day of spring join us for:Growing Small Fruits and Berrieswith David Fried, founder of Elmore Roots Nursery.
Monday, March 23, 2009 at 6:30pm
Building Compassionate Social Systems with Dominic Barter of Brazil
Learn how restorative circles are transforming lives and promoting peace in Brazil, and consider applications for building restorative communities in Vermont.
Wednesday, March 25, 2009 at 7pm Dreaming of Ireland with Lerna,
Dreaming of Ireland – A Journal of Discovery Through Music, Art, and Language – is a daily account of Lerna’s adventures during a three month trip to Ireland.
Monday, March 30, 2009 at 6;30pm Lawn to Garden Conversions
Permaculture teacher Mark Krawczyk will discuss simple, chemical-free strategies to eliminate lawn, build healthy soil, and establish beautiful, productive gardens. He'll examine the design, installation and maintenance of perennial, edible forest gardens, providing a dynamic, productive alternative to conventional landscaping.
As usual, the Kellogg-Hubbard Library programs are free, open to the public and ADA accessible. All of these programs are in the Hayes Room.
Monday, February 16, 2009
Ace of Games Updates
NEW RECOMMENDS
Throughout the Ace of Games, I've learned many new games that I think others would enjoy should they get the chance. At our Saturday sessions at the Library, the new game Dominion has been popular. Dominion is a card game that many others have taken up recently with great reviews. See what other boardgamers say about Dominion at http://www.boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/36218.
Next, I'd like to promote this great little game called Hey! Thats My Fish! It was developed by someone who was dreaming about artificial intelligence. But don't let that confuse you, it really is about penguins collecting piles of fish. http://www.boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/8203
Then theres Quarto! This little game is not in our collection at the library but gets a lot of play at the Langdon Street Cafe and at Rhapsody. It is a very classy abstract two-player game which challenges players to get a four-in-a-row using the multiple aspects of the wooden pieces. The catch: the opponent determines which piece you play. A great game for a quick play! http://www.boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/681
MARCH 21st MAGIC TOURNAMENT and MORE
Our Magic tournament needs instructors who can teach newcomers to the game. Please contact me if you can play Magic. Participants recieve a free Starter Pack courtesy of Wizards of the Coast. Supply is limited. Also, we will be throwing in some Dungeons & Dragons into the mix for good measure. If you've always wanted to play D&D, this is a great place to start. Learn to build a character on the Dungeons & Dragons character builder found exclusively on the Wizards of the Coast DnD Insider subscription website.
We've had great turnouts for our Saturday games, now reaching about 20 gamers. Join us for the fun!
Throughout the Ace of Games, I've learned many new games that I think others would enjoy should they get the chance. At our Saturday sessions at the Library, the new game Dominion has been popular. Dominion is a card game that many others have taken up recently with great reviews. See what other boardgamers say about Dominion at http://www.boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/36218.
Next, I'd like to promote this great little game called Hey! Thats My Fish! It was developed by someone who was dreaming about artificial intelligence. But don't let that confuse you, it really is about penguins collecting piles of fish. http://www.boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/8203
Then theres Quarto! This little game is not in our collection at the library but gets a lot of play at the Langdon Street Cafe and at Rhapsody. It is a very classy abstract two-player game which challenges players to get a four-in-a-row using the multiple aspects of the wooden pieces. The catch: the opponent determines which piece you play. A great game for a quick play! http://www.boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/681
MARCH 21st MAGIC TOURNAMENT and MORE
Our Magic tournament needs instructors who can teach newcomers to the game. Please contact me if you can play Magic. Participants recieve a free Starter Pack courtesy of Wizards of the Coast. Supply is limited. Also, we will be throwing in some Dungeons & Dragons into the mix for good measure. If you've always wanted to play D&D, this is a great place to start. Learn to build a character on the Dungeons & Dragons character builder found exclusively on the Wizards of the Coast DnD Insider subscription website.
We've had great turnouts for our Saturday games, now reaching about 20 gamers. Join us for the fun!
Saturday, February 7, 2009
Ace of Games Updates
BANANAGRAM POND BOOKS
Last night there was a great showing at the Bear Pond Books Bananagrams event. About 20 folks, young and not-as-young came together to put their Bananagramming to the test. Its that type of game where you have to say, "just one more..." Sources say that Bananagrams has been the top seller out of any one product at Bear Pond last year. Mont P could be the Bananagrams capital of the world! Don't forget the Bananagrams tournament on February 21, at 2pm at the library. You could win the Top Banana trophy!
NEW ACE OF GAMES VENUE!
Last week the Ace of Games added the Coffee Corner as its newest venue. Montpelier's favorite teeny-tiny diner will host Apples to Apples (one of the library's recommended) every Wednesday from 1-3. Other games would be welcome, so break out the cribbage board, the Quarto! or the backgammon and get your game on.
WANTED: EUCHRE PARTNERS
I have noticed that there are a whole gaggle of Michiganders who have settled here in Montpelier. When I was growing up in Michigan, Euchre was the official cardgame of the Mid-West. Can Euchre make its way into Vermont? Click here to check out the rules: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Euchre As for house rules, no kibbitzing, yes on Farmer's Hands, and "Screw the Dealer" is in effect. Card games will be featured on February 14, Valentines Day at the Ace of Games at the Library, 2-5pm.
Last night there was a great showing at the Bear Pond Books Bananagrams event. About 20 folks, young and not-as-young came together to put their Bananagramming to the test. Its that type of game where you have to say, "just one more..." Sources say that Bananagrams has been the top seller out of any one product at Bear Pond last year. Mont P could be the Bananagrams capital of the world! Don't forget the Bananagrams tournament on February 21, at 2pm at the library. You could win the Top Banana trophy!
NEW ACE OF GAMES VENUE!
Last week the Ace of Games added the Coffee Corner as its newest venue. Montpelier's favorite teeny-tiny diner will host Apples to Apples (one of the library's recommended) every Wednesday from 1-3. Other games would be welcome, so break out the cribbage board, the Quarto! or the backgammon and get your game on.
WANTED: EUCHRE PARTNERS
I have noticed that there are a whole gaggle of Michiganders who have settled here in Montpelier. When I was growing up in Michigan, Euchre was the official cardgame of the Mid-West. Can Euchre make its way into Vermont? Click here to check out the rules: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Euchre As for house rules, no kibbitzing, yes on Farmer's Hands, and "Screw the Dealer" is in effect. Card games will be featured on February 14, Valentines Day at the Ace of Games at the Library, 2-5pm.
Thursday, February 5, 2009
Coincidental browsing
So I was browsing through PC WORLD magazine Dec08 and came across some tips for better Google searches (use quotes when looking for a phrase like "dyed in the wool", or use a minus sign to limit a search like salsa -dance if you want recipes, not dance steps), and there are more tips at Google's Advance Search Tips.
And I was browsing through Family Handyman magazine Feb09 (and believe me, I'm only handy with the KitchenAid) and, being the save-money issue, they said to buy a monitor to see how much electricity an appliance uses. WE HAVE ONE TO CHECK OUT. Type in kill-a-watt in our catalog and read all about it.
Come on in and browse! Browse the shelves, browse the magazines, see where it leads you. Take home Pastel Journal even if you don't draw, or Runner's World even if you don't run, or Discover even if you got Cs in any science class you ever took. (Verrrry interesting...) Take home Architectural Digest just to look at the pictures. Or, want to browse from home? Use the Vermont Online Library link from our home page, (then you'll have to type in the last five numbers of your barcode) and click on the top database, Gale Reference Center Gold. Browsing is good, browsing is fun, browsing is FREE too.
And I was browsing through Family Handyman magazine Feb09 (and believe me, I'm only handy with the KitchenAid) and, being the save-money issue, they said to buy a monitor to see how much electricity an appliance uses. WE HAVE ONE TO CHECK OUT. Type in kill-a-watt in our catalog and read all about it.
Come on in and browse! Browse the shelves, browse the magazines, see where it leads you. Take home Pastel Journal even if you don't draw, or Runner's World even if you don't run, or Discover even if you got Cs in any science class you ever took. (Verrrry interesting...) Take home Architectural Digest just to look at the pictures. Or, want to browse from home? Use the Vermont Online Library link from our home page, (then you'll have to type in the last five numbers of your barcode) and click on the top database, Gale Reference Center Gold. Browsing is good, browsing is fun, browsing is FREE too.
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