by Susan Larson | Dec 18, 2019 | Programs
For more information about these library programs, and to register, call the library at 802-893-4644. FOR CHILDREN Early Literacy Story Times 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays for infants birth to 18 months. 10 a.m. Wednesdays Rhythm & Movement for kids 18 months to 3 years. 10...
by Susan Larson | Dec 18, 2019 | Board of Trustees
There will be two Milton Public Library trustee positions open in 2020. Lisa Barron, whose term expires in March 2020, plans to run again for the three-year seat. Jen Dooley is retiring from the board, when her two-year term ends in March. Those wishing to run for...
by Susan Larson | Dec 18, 2019 | Book Bits
In this last month of the year (and the last year of the decade!), it’s time for our annual list of favorite reads. Milton Public Library staff read these books in 2019. “The Song of the Jade Lily” by Kirsty Manning (2019) – Adult Fiction This...
by Susan Larson | Nov 25, 2019 | Book Bits
Recently, there have been conversations at library conferences about the recognition of heritage and history months, including African American History Month in February, Women’s History Month in March, Asian Pacific Heritage Month in May, and Native American Heritage...
by Susan Larson | Nov 7, 2019 | Book Bits
Detective series have become popular in adult fiction literature. Characters like Joe Gunther, Armand Gamache, and Eve Dallas seem to take on real-life personas to their fans. Milton library patrons who’ve completed one series often ask for recommendations of...
by Susan Larson | Oct 7, 2019 | Donations, Friends of Milton Public Library, Holidays
Each year individuals, organizations, and businesses are invited to donate a gift basket to the Friends of Milton Public Library Basket Raffle. Your basket should include a book and items related to a theme of your choice. Bring it to the library during business hours...
by Susan Larson | Sep 11, 2019 | Book Bits
Hispanic Heritage Month highlights the many contributions, diverse cultures, and extensive histories of America’s Latino and Hispanic communities, whose families immigrated to the United States from Mexico, Central America, South America, the Caribbean, and Spain. The...
by Susan Larson | Aug 30, 2019 | Book Bits, Book Lists
Thanks to recommendations from Town Manager Don Turner, Milton Public Library Board President Lisa Barron, and Friends of Milton Library President Shelly Hitchcox, I’ve been chosen as one of four Vermonters to attend the New England Library Leadership Symposium. The...
by Susan Larson | Jul 26, 2019 | Book Bits
Recently a grandfather came into Milton Public Library with his preschool-aged granddaughter, who was visiting from out of state. He asked where to find books for her, and looked overwhelmed when shown the many sections we have for children. Where to start? This...
by Susan Larson | Jun 4, 2019 | Summer Reading Program
Summer Reading BINGO for Adults runs June 1 through August 31, 2019, at Milton Public Library. For enrolling, and then for each BINGO card completed, you enter your name into a drawing for a monthly prize. June’s prize is a $25 gift card. July’s prize is a...
