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The library calendar is full this month! From African animals to Vermont spiritualism, the programs cover a wide variety of topics, indicative of the range of information available here on the library shelves. Our own Jonathan Silverman, chair of the library board, kicks off the month on October 6 with “Twisted Tree & Clump of Rocks,” a presentation about his upcoming exhibit at the Charlotte Senior Center. On October 12, Chris Davis, Karina Warshaw and Ruah Swennerfelt bring practical and timely advice about emergency preparedness, inviting us all to be “Ready Together.” Learn more about the library’s rain garden, why and how to include this kind of feature in your own landscaping, on October 13 with the Lake Champlain Sea Grant. On October 19, Rokeby Director Lindsay Varner shares the local world in her presentation, “Spiritualism and the Robinsons of Rokeby.” The month winds up with a look at Vermont’s early cycling history with Luis Vivanco and a session with author Jess Lahey about her latest book, The Addiction Innoculation. There are many more activities, including our take-and-make crafts and monthly book group sessions. We hope that you find them enjoyable and rewarding!
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As we move into the colder months of cold and flu season (not to mention ongoing COVID concerns), we’d also like to remind you that October 15 is Global Handwashing Day. The United Nations has dedicated this “global advocacy day dedicated to increasing awareness and understanding about the importance of handwashing with soap as an effective and affordable way to prevent diseases and save lives.” Need some handwashing tips? Check out this link from the Wirecutter.
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The annual Charlotte Library Book Sale, sponsored by The Friends of the Charlotte Library, has been a popular and highly anticipated event since its modest start in 1995. As with many of our cherished activities the pandemic has caused us to reimagine the book sale with an eye to safety, so we will be attempting a mini book sale to be held in the new program room during the month of October. We ask for your patience and understanding in this seat-of-the pants operation. Details will follow next week with regard to hours and donation guidelines. So stay tuned!
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 Pumpkin Display
Join us for the second annual jack-o-lantern display on the Town Green. Please drop off carved pumpkins by Saturday, October 30 for inclusion in the festive array.
- Need a pumpkin to carve? You can pick up a pumpkin on the library porch beginning October 18.
- Need instruction and inspiration? Join Jessica Scriver and other jack-o-lantern fans for a carving session on Saturday, October 30 beginning at 10am on the Library porch
- Interested in helping with carving or arranging the pumpkin art? Please contact Jessica Scriver: jess.scriver@gmail.com.
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The Great Vermont Dragon Egg Hunt Winner!
Reed, a super reader and patron of the Charlotte Library, is Charlotte’s new Dragon Master! He proved to be a super sleuth and, with the help of his family, found the clue on a bucolic section of the Charlotte Town Link Trail. He won a genuine Folkmanis Dragon Puppet and a genuine dragon egg.
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We hope the dragon search has introduced families to the accessibility and beauty of the Town Link Trail that, when complete, will be a seven-mile-long gravel path connecting Mt. Philo to the West Village and eventually the Town Beach. Thanks to the Trail Committee for being a partner in this fun endeavor. Print a copy of the map and take a family hike on the trail.
The Great Dragon Hunt was made possible by the Sherburne Library in Killington and the Vermont Department of Libraries.
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Build to Launch
Build to Launch is an exploration of the technology, STEAM concepts and careers behind the Artemis I mission to the Moon. Join the all-new LEGO® Space Team and their NASA Artemis I team counterparts for a 10-week interactive digital learning adventure. With each episode students will find themselves in the shoes of NASA engineers, scientists, and of course astronauts. Through open-ended lessons, students will get hands-on and solve the same types of problems the Artemis I Team faces as they build towards launch!
The Charlotte Library is a learning center for this program. Because the library is currently not hosting groups in person, sign up for weekly online links for this self-directed program for your student to participate from home. The Library has some Lego Education Kits to check out. They are not made specifically for this program but perhaps could be used for some of the lessons.
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Twisted Tree to a Clump of Rocks:
From Observation to Abstraction
@ Charlotte Senior Center
Wednesday, October 6
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Jonathan Silverman will share insight about his creative process relating to his works on exhibit in October and November at the Senior Center. He will address both how he is inspired by observing shapes, colors, line, and texture in nature, as well as how he responds to the emerging abstracted images while creating them. He will reflect on the artists who have influenced him and open up the session for questions and connections. Jonathan Silverman is a professor emeritus of Saint Michael’s College where he coordinated the arts education program.
This program meets in person at the Senior Center. Registration is required. Please call the Senior Center at 425-6345 to register. Masks are required for all participants regardless of vaccination status.
Co-sponsored by the Charlotte Library and the Charlotte Senior Center.
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Emergency Preparedness:
How to be "Ready Together"
Tuesday, October 12
7:00 – 8:30pm
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Extreme weather impacts us all, wherever we live. Learn how to protect yourselves, your family and your neighborhood in the event of a weather emergency. Chris Davis and Karina Warshaw from Charlotte's Emergency Management Team explain how and why it is essential to make preparations, including the essentials for a "Go-Bag" kit. Ruah Swennerfelt from Sustainable Charlotte introduces the "Ready Together" program, a national Transition effort to foster neighborhood emergency preparation. Pick up your playbook and copy of "Ready Together" at the library beforehand and enter to win an emergency radio, too.
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Save the Lake with Lake Champlain Sea Grant
Wednesday, October 13
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
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Lake Champlain Sea Grant works with partners around the Lake Champlain Basin to provide education about and demonstrate stormwater mitigation efforts. Learn how you can take part and how features such as the library's new Rain Garden can make a difference. Suzy Hodgson and others from the Lake Champlain Sea Grant at UVM share the details of this innovative program that helps us help the lake.
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After School Citizen Science: Zooniverse
Wednesday, October 13
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Giraffes, zebras, lions, oh my! Assist wildlife biologists in Africa from Vermont! Be a citizen scientist and identify animals caught on camera to help scientists understand the diversity and dynamics of wildlife populations. Together, we will learn how to classify and record animal images as part of the “Zooniverse” team. If you love animals, this program is for you! No previous experience necessary. 4th grade and up. Registration required for Zoom link.
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Spiritualism and the Robinsons of Rokeby
Tuesday, October 19
7:00 – 8:00pm
Join Rokeby Museum director, Dr. Lindsay Varner, for a discussion on the Spiritualist movement of the 19th century. In the 1840s, the Robinson farm in Ferrisburgh (today Rokeby Museum) held a series of séances that were recorded by a close friend and preserved in the Museum’s collection. Dr. Varner gives an overview of the history of Spiritualism, its ties to the Great Awakening, and shares a few words from the Robinson’s communications with the spirit world.
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Of Wheelmen, The New Woman, and Good Roads: Bicycling in Vermont, 1880–1920
Tuesday, October 26
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Luis Vivanco explores the early history of the bicycle in Vermont, tied to important changes in industrial production, consumerism, and new cultural ideas about auto-mobility and effortless speed. A Speakers Bureau program from the Vermont Council on Humanities. Please register in advance for the Zoom link.
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The Addiction Inoculation: Raising Healthy Kids in a Culture of Dependence
Wednesday, October 27
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Join Charlotte resident and best-selling author, Jessica Lahey, to discuss The Addiction Inoculation, a comprehensive resource that parents and educators can use to prevent substance abuse in children. Based on research in child welfare, psychology, substance abuse, and developmental neuroscience, this essential guide provides evidence-based strategies and practical tools adults need to understand, support, and educate resilient, addiction-resistant children. The guidelines are age-appropriate and actionable—from navigating a child’s risk for addiction, to interpreting signs of early abuse, to advice for broaching difficult conversations with children.
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Monthly Book Discussions
Join us for one of these book group meetings on Zoom!
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Men's Book Group
Machines Like Me
by Ian McEwan
Wednesday, October 20
7 pm – 8:30 pm
Hardcopies are available at the library. Listen to the audiobook on Hoopla.
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Mystery Book Group
The Keeper of Lost Causes
by Jussi Adler-Olsen
Monday, September 20
10 am – 11 am
Hardcopies are available at the library.
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We'd love to see what you are making. Share on social media with #charlottelibraryvt or send us a pic!
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Book Page Wreath
Make a wreath out of old book pages. Instructions and materials provided. You will need a hot glue gun for this project. Don't have one? We have one for loan. Kits available while supplies last.
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Observational Journal and Moon Chart
Saturday, October 16
International Observe the Moon Night is an annual world-wide public engagement program that encourages observation, appreciation, and understanding of our Moon and its connection to NASA planetary science and exploration. On Saturday, October 16, everyone on Earth is invited to observe and learn about the Moon together, and to celebrate the cultural and personal connections we all have with our nearest neighbor. The event occurs in September or October, when the Moon is around a first quarter phase. A first quarter Moon is visible in the afternoon and evening, a convenient time for most participants. For more information about International Observe the Moon Night.
Make sure to pick up a Moon Observation Journal at the Library any time in October.
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Coming Soon: Coding Robots to Borrow
Bee-Bot teaches kids ages 3+ about controls, directions, algorithms, sequencing, estimation and basic programming. No screens needed.
Sphero BOLT, for older kids, is a programmable robot ball that you can drive and code, providing endless opportunities to be creative and have fun while learning.
Tech Tip Reading Recommendations
The New York Times' Tech Fix can help you determine if it’s time to upgrade your phone or if there a less expensive changes you can make, like replacing the battery, to extend its life. If you don't have a New York Times subscription you can find "It May Not Be Time to Upgrade Your Phone" and other articles through Vermont Online Library.
The Dashlane blog answers the question How Can I Instill Good Internet Security Habits in My Kids? and gives advice on The Best Way to Answer Security Questions.
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World Mental Health Day
Sunday, October 10
Howard Center will be hosting its second annual community-wide recognition and celebration of World Mental Health Day (WMHD) throughout the month of October, including resources and a weekly speaker series.
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New, Upcoming, and Featured Titles
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