Upcoming Events
The History of Poor Farms in Vermont with Jodi Lew-Smith
The History of Poor Farms in Vermont with Jodi Lew-Smith
Wednesday, July 29 at 7:00 PM
Greensboro Free Library
Join us at the Greensboro Free Library for a talk with local author Jodi Lew-Smith on The History of Poor Farms in Vermont, the true story behind her award-winning new novel, Asa James.
Lew-Smith will explore the 150-year history of Vermont poor farms, including how they changed over time and why some succeeded while others struggled. Her talk will also connect this history to the fictional poor farm portrayed in Asa James, the story of a young man raised on a Vermont poor farm in 1875.
Jodi Lew-Smith lives on a hill farm in Hardwick with her husband, dog, chickens, and 250 apple trees. She has always been a writer and also enjoys biology, which comes through in her fiction. Asa James was awarded the 2025 prize for Historical Fiction in the American Legacy Book Awards.
A book signing will follow the talk.
This program is free and open to the public.
Spanish Conversation Group
Spanish Conversation Group
Every Tuesday at 5:30 pm
Greensboro Free Library
Join us for a relaxed and welcoming Spanish conversation group with Anna Kehler.
This is an informal space for anyone interested in practicing or learning Spanish, whether you are just starting out, brushing up after years away, or already comfortable speaking. All levels are welcome.
The group is low pressure, conversational, and easy to drop into whenever you can. Come listen, speak, ask questions, and learn alongside others in a friendly community setting.
No registration required.
Questions:
info@greensborofreelibrary.org
annakehler@gmail.com
Death Cafe
An open, respectful space for conversation about death and dying.
All are welcome. Conversation is informal and participant-led.
Spanish Conversation Group
Spanish Conversation Group
Every Tuesday at 5:30 pm
Greensboro Free Library
Join us for a relaxed and welcoming Spanish conversation group with Anna Kehler.
This is an informal space for anyone interested in practicing or learning Spanish, whether you are just starting out, brushing up after years away, or already comfortable speaking. All levels are welcome.
The group is low pressure, conversational, and easy to drop into whenever you can. Come listen, speak, ask questions, and learn alongside others in a friendly community setting.
No registration required.
Questions:
info@greensborofreelibrary.org
annakehler@gmail.com
Spanish Conversation Group
Spanish Conversation Group
Every Tuesday at 5:30 pm
Greensboro Free Library
Join us for a relaxed and welcoming Spanish conversation group with Anna Kehler.
This is an informal space for anyone interested in practicing or learning Spanish, whether you are just starting out, brushing up after years away, or already comfortable speaking. All levels are welcome.
The group is low pressure, conversational, and easy to drop into whenever you can. Come listen, speak, ask questions, and learn alongside others in a friendly community setting.
No registration required.
Questions:
info@greensborofreelibrary.org
annakehler@gmail.com
Spanish Conversation Group
Spanish Conversation Group
Every Tuesday at 5:30 pm
Greensboro Free Library
Join us for a relaxed and welcoming Spanish conversation group with Anna Kehler.
This is an informal space for anyone interested in practicing or learning Spanish, whether you are just starting out, brushing up after years away, or already comfortable speaking. All levels are welcome.
The group is low pressure, conversational, and easy to drop into whenever you can. Come listen, speak, ask questions, and learn alongside others in a friendly community setting.
No registration required.
Questions:
info@greensborofreelibrary.org
annakehler@gmail.com
Spanish Conversation Group
Spanish Conversation Group
Every Tuesday at 5:30 pm
Greensboro Free Library
Join us for a relaxed and welcoming Spanish conversation group with Anna Kehler.
This is an informal space for anyone interested in practicing or learning Spanish, whether you are just starting out, brushing up after years away, or already comfortable speaking. All levels are welcome.
The group is low pressure, conversational, and easy to drop into whenever you can. Come listen, speak, ask questions, and learn alongside others in a friendly community setting.
No registration required.
Questions:
info@greensborofreelibrary.org
annakehler@gmail.com
Death Cafe
An open, respectful space for conversation about death and dying.
All are welcome. Conversation is informal and participant-led.
Spanish Conversation Group
Spanish Conversation Group
Every Tuesday at 5:30 pm
Greensboro Free Library
Join us for a relaxed and welcoming Spanish conversation group with Anna Kehler.
This is an informal space for anyone interested in practicing or learning Spanish, whether you are just starting out, brushing up after years away, or already comfortable speaking. All levels are welcome.
The group is low pressure, conversational, and easy to drop into whenever you can. Come listen, speak, ask questions, and learn alongside others in a friendly community setting.
No registration required.
Questions:
info@greensborofreelibrary.org
annakehler@gmail.com
Vermont Sampler Stories
Vermont Sampler Stories
Vermont Sampler Stories
Thursday, May 28
5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Greensboro Free Library
Join us for an evening with Michele Pagán exploring the history and stories behind 19th century Vermont schoolgirl samplers.
These pieces of needlework offer a fascinating glimpse into early female education, family life, local history, and the values that shaped communities in Vermont. Michele’s presentation draws from her research into the Revolutionary War ancestors of the girls who created these samplers and the broader cultural history surrounding them.
Michele Pagán is a textile conservator and researcher based in East Dorset, Vermont. Her work focuses on preserving and studying historic textiles, and she currently serves as Special Projects Coordinator for the Vermont Sampler Initiative.
This program is sponsored by Vermont Humanities and is free and open to the public.
Questions:
director@greensborofreelibrary.org
802-533-2531
Bird Walk – Bear Glen Trails
Bird Walk – Bear Glen Trails
Saturday, May 24
7:00 AM
Join us for a spring bird walk and spend a quiet morning observing and learning about the birds in our area.
These walks are open to all and welcome a range of experience levels. Whether you are new to birding or have been at it for years, it is a good opportunity to slow down, listen, and spend time outdoors together. Families are welcome. Participants should be comfortable walking at a relaxed pace and able to stay fairly quiet during observation.
This walk will be led by JoAnn Hanowski of Vermont Audubon and will take place at Bear Glen Trails.
Date: Saturday, May 24
Meeting Location: Meet at the end of Collier Road
Time: 7:00 AM
Please register at the library, call 802-533-2531, or email greensborofree@gmail.com
Floral Art Workshop - Marger Cecilia Villamizar
Ikebana-Inspired Upcycled Floral Art Workshop
Thursday, May 21 at 5:00 pm
Greensboro Free Library
Join exhibiting artist Marger Cecilia Villamizar for a hands-on workshop exploring Ikebana-inspired floral art using foraged, natural, and upcycled materials.
Ikebana is a Japanese style of flower arranging that emphasizes simplicity, balance, natural forms, and thoughtful placement. This workshop will take a flexible and creative approach, using branches, leaves, flowers, and found materials to create unique arrangements with intention and care.
Marger will provide a variety of materials for participants to work with and bring home. Participants are also encouraged to bring some of their own materials if they would like, such as branches, dried plants, flowers, seed pods, fabric, or other natural objects.
This workshop is connected to Marger’s month-long exhibition currently on view at the library through June 2.
Registration is required. Space is limited to 10 participants.
To register, please complete the form below or contact the library:
director@greensborofreelibrary.org
802-533-2531
Bird Walk – Bathtub Rock / Porter Brook
Bird Walk – Bathtub Rock / Porter Brook
Saturday, May 17
7:00 AM
Join us for a spring bird walk and spend a quiet morning observing and learning about the birds in our area.
These walks are open to all and welcome a range of experience levels. Whether you are new to birding or have been at it for years, it is a good opportunity to slow down, listen, and spend time outdoors together. Families are welcome. Participants should be comfortable walking at a relaxed pace and able to stay fairly quiet during observation.
This walk will be led by Chris Steel and will take place at Bathtub Rock / Porter Brook.
Date: Saturday, May 17
Location: Meet at the Highland Lodge
Time: 7:00 AM
Please register at the library, call 802-533-2531, or email greensborofree@gmail.com
Death Cafe
An open, respectful space for conversation about death and dying.
All are welcome. Conversation is informal and participant-led.
Morels & Spring Mycology
Morels and Spring Mycology with Annabelle Langlois
Thursday, April 23 at 5:00 PM:
Join Annabelle Langlois from Kingdom Fungi for an evening focused on spring mushroom hunting in Vermont. We will cover which species to look for this time of year, with a large portion of the program dedicated to morel hunting and recent findings about their diversity and ecology. In the upstairs meeting room of the Library. Free and open to all.
Death Cafe Movie Night
An open, respectful space for conversation about death and dying.
All are welcome. Conversation is informal and participant-led.
Death Cafe
An open, respectful space for conversation about death and dying.
All are welcome. Conversation is informal and participant-led.
Artist Talk with Mary Young
Join us for an afternoon reception and informal talk as Mary shares about her process and inspiration.
Legal Reference Workshop
Pamela Cartier, law librarian from Vermont Law and Graduate School, will visit the Greensboro Free Library to introduce the free tools available to Vermonters through the Community Legal Information Center.
Death Cafe
An open, respectful space for conversation about death and dying.
All are welcome. Conversation is informal and participant-led.
Make Your Own Chocolate Libation
On Thursday, February 5 from 4 to 5 pm, Prophecy Chocolate founder Mateo Block will present the ultimate hands on chocolate drink making workshop at the Greensboro Free Library.