Upcoming Events:
Book Programs:@ 12 PM
Copies available at the Main Desk.
Sponsored by:
Friends of Fletcher Memorial Library
Copies available at the Main Desk.
Sponsored by:
Friends of Fletcher Memorial Library
Book and Movie Series:
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Discussion March 10th:
Through the Shadowlands by Brian Sibley
Overview: Barnes and Noble At first glance, they were an unlikely couple: C. S. Lewis, a distinguished author and Oxford scholar, and Joy Davidman, a Jewish-American divorcée, converted Christian, mother of two, and former Communist Party member. But together they walked through life's challenges, persevering despite having their faith tested in the face of suffering and death. This amazing true story reveals the many events that occurred in the lives of two astounding Christians to bring them together and spark their love for each other. Readers will experience both their tender moments and the darkest hours where faith was tested and shaken to its very foundations. More than a biography and more than a love story, this is a moving tribute to a couple whose faith, hope, and love grew through adversity. Previously published as C. S. Lewis Through the Shadowlands
Movie: March 24th: Brown bag it and enjoy your lunch with us!
Through the Shadowlands by Brian Sibley
Overview: Barnes and Noble At first glance, they were an unlikely couple: C. S. Lewis, a distinguished author and Oxford scholar, and Joy Davidman, a Jewish-American divorcée, converted Christian, mother of two, and former Communist Party member. But together they walked through life's challenges, persevering despite having their faith tested in the face of suffering and death. This amazing true story reveals the many events that occurred in the lives of two astounding Christians to bring them together and spark their love for each other. Readers will experience both their tender moments and the darkest hours where faith was tested and shaken to its very foundations. More than a biography and more than a love story, this is a moving tribute to a couple whose faith, hope, and love grew through adversity. Previously published as C. S. Lewis Through the Shadowlands
Movie: March 24th: Brown bag it and enjoy your lunch with us!
Book Discussions: May - October 2015
May 28th: Ragtime by E.L. Doctorow
June 25th: Once we were Brother by Ronald H. Balson
July 23rd: China Dolls by Lisa See
Sept. 24th: Half the Sky by Nicholas Kristoff
Oct. 22nd: Mary Cain by Mary Silver
June 25th: Once we were Brother by Ronald H. Balson
July 23rd: China Dolls by Lisa See
Sept. 24th: Half the Sky by Nicholas Kristoff
Oct. 22nd: Mary Cain by Mary Silver
Community Programs:
Very Vermont -
Birch tree and Sunflowers
Cake Decorating by Irene Maston:
Tuesday, March 3rd ~ 3:30 to 5:30 @ the library, watch for updates.
Clik the Pix to go to Irene Maston's site and view many beautiful creations.
Tuesday, March 3rd ~ 3:30 to 5:30 @ the library, watch for updates.
Clik the Pix to go to Irene Maston's site and view many beautiful creations.
Click Pix for more info
Vermont Reads -
(A Statewide, One-Book Community Reading Program)
Haroun and the Sea of Stories by Salman Rushdie
Tuesday, April 14th at Black River High School"What's the use of stories that aren't even true?" - Haroun, the son
"Friends of Fletcher Memorial Library" in cooperation with Black River Middle School and the Book Nook are co-sponsoring this Statewide Community Read. Haroun and the Sea of Stories is a funny and touching story of a father and son, at its heart, a reflection on the importance of stories, imagination, and creativity.
Barnes and Noble Overview:
Set in an exotic Eastern landscape peopled by magicians and fantastic talking animals, Salman Rushdie's classic children's novel Haroun and the Sea of Stories inhabits the same imaginative space as Gulliver's Travels, Alice in Wonderland, and The Wizard of Oz. In this captivating adaptation for the stage, Haroun sets out on an adventure to restore the poisoned source of the sea of stories. On the way, he encounters many foes, all intent on draining the sea of all its storytelling powers.
(A Statewide, One-Book Community Reading Program)
Haroun and the Sea of Stories by Salman Rushdie
Tuesday, April 14th at Black River High School"What's the use of stories that aren't even true?" - Haroun, the son
"Friends of Fletcher Memorial Library" in cooperation with Black River Middle School and the Book Nook are co-sponsoring this Statewide Community Read. Haroun and the Sea of Stories is a funny and touching story of a father and son, at its heart, a reflection on the importance of stories, imagination, and creativity.
Barnes and Noble Overview:
Set in an exotic Eastern landscape peopled by magicians and fantastic talking animals, Salman Rushdie's classic children's novel Haroun and the Sea of Stories inhabits the same imaginative space as Gulliver's Travels, Alice in Wonderland, and The Wizard of Oz. In this captivating adaptation for the stage, Haroun sets out on an adventure to restore the poisoned source of the sea of stories. On the way, he encounters many foes, all intent on draining the sea of all its storytelling powers.
New Books ~ In House or on order:
(click on jacket for book overview )
"Windows to our World"
Project to refurbish, replace and renovate the windows for preservation, energy and safety
We are offering an opportunity for you to become a permanent part of the rich legacy of the Fletcher Memorial Library. With community assistance, the library has been able to sustain our budget for 113 years.
Maintenance on a historic facility such as this is very costly. Our board has developed a schedule for major renovations which began in 2000. Now, our windows need attention. Sills are crumbling, panes are broken, the ropes do not work, and the storms have outlived their usefulness. We wish to install UV shades to protect our holdings and interior. We will refurbish, repair and replace as necessary while remaining historically correct. We need all windows in a safe working order as the temperature may reach into the 90’s during the heat of summer, ahh . . . Vermont air conditioning.
Please join us in our “Windows to our World” campaign. We are requesting financial support from you for this project. The project has a start date of July 15th, 2014.
All Donations are Welcome!
Special Opportunity: a donation of $2000 will get your or a designee's name on a small brass plaque, placed on "your" window honoring your commitment to the library. Now, you can have fun with this. A donation may be via a group of friends, a family, a business or an individual. Use this opportunity to honor a loved one, a family or an organization - help us preserve the library. Your only limitation is your imagination. We have 26 Palladian windows to refurbish. Wouldn’t you love to become part of history and claim one?
As Governor Stickney coined at the library’s dedication, Fletcher Memorial Library “is a jewel within our community” and we remain so today. Our library is an architectural gem that is admired statewide.
Spread the word – let’s work together to preserve our "Windows to our World" for future generations. Please feel free to call the library with any questions and ask for Jill (802-228-8921). Or you may reach Dennis Pearson (802-228-8907), trustee, as well.
We Look Forward to Your Support.
FML is a 501 (c) 3 organization - Your Donations are tax deductible.
Thank You!
Donate Today . . .
Maintenance on a historic facility such as this is very costly. Our board has developed a schedule for major renovations which began in 2000. Now, our windows need attention. Sills are crumbling, panes are broken, the ropes do not work, and the storms have outlived their usefulness. We wish to install UV shades to protect our holdings and interior. We will refurbish, repair and replace as necessary while remaining historically correct. We need all windows in a safe working order as the temperature may reach into the 90’s during the heat of summer, ahh . . . Vermont air conditioning.
Please join us in our “Windows to our World” campaign. We are requesting financial support from you for this project. The project has a start date of July 15th, 2014.
All Donations are Welcome!
Special Opportunity: a donation of $2000 will get your or a designee's name on a small brass plaque, placed on "your" window honoring your commitment to the library. Now, you can have fun with this. A donation may be via a group of friends, a family, a business or an individual. Use this opportunity to honor a loved one, a family or an organization - help us preserve the library. Your only limitation is your imagination. We have 26 Palladian windows to refurbish. Wouldn’t you love to become part of history and claim one?
As Governor Stickney coined at the library’s dedication, Fletcher Memorial Library “is a jewel within our community” and we remain so today. Our library is an architectural gem that is admired statewide.
Spread the word – let’s work together to preserve our "Windows to our World" for future generations. Please feel free to call the library with any questions and ask for Jill (802-228-8921). Or you may reach Dennis Pearson (802-228-8907), trustee, as well.
We Look Forward to Your Support.
FML is a 501 (c) 3 organization - Your Donations are tax deductible.
Thank You!
Donate Today . . .
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