Calendar of Events
Humanities for Everyone
February 2019
Book Discussion: The Line Becomes a River by Francisco Cantu
A book of short stories, a memoir, and two novels bring us to present-day consideration of migration, immigration, and refuge. Read More »
Vermont Reads: Graphic Novel Read-In
Imagine an afternoon spent in a cozy spot, reading one graphic novel after the other. We’re about to make this dream a reality. Kids eight and up can join us for our first ever Read-in. Read More »
Vermont Reads Movie Night: Batkid Begins
Batkid Begins is a 2015 American documentary film that follows Miles Scott, an American child and cancer survivor. His wish was to be "Batkid," a sidekick of the eponymous comic book superhero Batman. Once the request went out, thousands of volunteers, city officials, businesses and supporters rallied to turn San Francisco, California into "Gotham City." Read More »
Social Justice Film Series: Milk
Join Norwich Public Library for the Social Justice Film series screening of Milk. In 1972, Harvey Milk (Sean Penn) and his then-lover Scott Smith leave New York for San Francisco, with Milk determined to accomplish something meaningful in his life. Snacks provided for this film screening. Read More »
Vermont Reads March: Book One Discussion
Please join us as we read John Lewis’ March: Book One written with Andrew Aydin and illustrated by Nate Powell. Lisa and Lucinda will be facilitating the discussion. Come and share your thoughts on the various historical themes represented and the many diverse and visually engaging aspects of this graphic novel. Read More »
March 2019
Vermont Reads: Social Justice Family Sing-Along
Come raise your voice if you've got one! We'll spend the afternoon singing songs focusing on social change and equality. Featuring the music of Pete Seeger, Joni Mitchell and Woody Guthrie. Read More »
Book Discussion: Crossers by Philip Caputo
A book of short stories, a memoir, and two novels bring us to present-day consideration of migration, immigration, and refuge. Read More »
Social Justice Film Series: Cesar Chavez
Join Norwich Public Library for the Social Justice Film series screening of Cesar Chavez. Famed labor organizer and civil-rights activist Cesar Chavez (Michael Peña) is torn between his duty to his family and his commitment to securing a living wage for farm workers. Read More »
April 2019
Book Discussion: Exit West by Mohsin Hamid
A book of short stories, a memoir, and two novels bring us to present-day consideration of migration, immigration, and refuge. Read More »
Book Discussion: Refugees by Viet Thanh Nguyen
A book of short stories, a memoir, and two novels bring us to present-day consideration of migration, immigration, and refuge. Read More »