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The Vermont Humanities Council strives to make Vermont a state in which every individual reads, participates in public affairs, and continues to learn throughout life. Learn more about our programs.
Vermont Reads 2017
Brown Girl Dreaming, by Jacqueline Woodson. Learn more.
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Literacy Programs
Designed for specific underserved and at-risk audiences. Learn more.Upcoming Events
Fri
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Bookstock Literary Festival 2017
July 28 - July 30
Bookstock, Woodstock’s literary festival, takes place July 28–30, free and open to all. Renowned and regional authors present fiction, poetry, history, nature and more. Buy second-hand books and soak up art, live music and virtual reality demos.
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Fri
28
Burlington Women Veterans Book Group
July 28
12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
The group is free, but pre-registration is required. This program provides an opportunity for veterans to connect with other veterans, build relationships, read insightful materials, and share experiences.
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Sat
29
Vermont History through Song
July 29
7:00 pm
7:00 pm
Singer and researcher Linda Radtke, joined by pianist Arthur Zorn, brings Vermont history to life with engaging commentary about the songs found in the Vermont Historical Society's collection of sheet music.
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Tue
01
The Old Country Fiddler: Charles Ross Taggart, Vermont’s Traveling Entertainer
August 1
6:00 pm
6:00 pm
Fiddler Adam Boyce portrays Charles Ross Taggart near the end of his career, circa 1936, sharing recollections of his life and career interspersed with live fiddling and humorous sketches.
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