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SUMMARY:The Democracy We Must Keep: Why the Ideas that Built America Still Matter with David O. Stewart
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we chat with award-winning historian David O. Stewart about his newest work\, The Democracy We Must Keep\, and the question he explores throughout the book: What did America’s founders say about democracy\, and can we remain true to their vision for America? \n\n\n\nTwo hundred fifty years ago\, passionate men attempted to create something the world had never seen before: a nation built not on kings or armies\, but on ideas where the people ruled. \n\n\n\nIn The Democracy We Must Keep\, historian David O. Stewart takes readers inside the nine key documents that shaped the formation of the United States—from Patrick Henry’s thunderous cry for liberty to the carefully crafted design of a government chosen by the people\, with limits on all officials holding power under the Constitution. \n\n\n\nThrough the words of seven visionary founders—Washington\, Jefferson\, Madison\, Hamilton\, Gouverneur Morris\, and others—Stewart shows how a fragile experiment in self-government took shape. \n\n\n\nThese men were not saints. They argued passionately. They worried that the new nation might fall apart. Yet together\, they forged the principles that must still define American democracy: \n\n\n\n\nPower must be limited.\n\n\n\nLeaders must answer to the people.\n\n\n\nIndividual rights must be protected by law.\n\n\n\n\nAs the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary\, The Democracy We Must Keep urges readers to rediscover core ideas that built the nation—and to consider what it will take to protect them. \n\n\n\nRegister today to gain a deeper understanding of how American democracy started\, why it still matters\, and the active role each generation must play to uphold it.
URL:https://vernonfreelibrary.org/event/the-democracy-we-must-keep-why-the-ideas-that-built-america-still-matter-with-david-o-stewart/
LOCATION:Vernon Free Library\, 567 Governor Hunt Road\, Vernon\, VT\, Vermont\, 05354\, United States
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SUMMARY:Closed
DESCRIPTION:Vernon Free Library is closed for Labor Day Weekend.
URL:https://vernonfreelibrary.org/event/closed-3/
LOCATION:Vernon Free Library\, 567 Governor Hunt Road\, Vernon\, VT\, Vermont\, 05354\, United States
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SUMMARY:Closed
DESCRIPTION:Vernon Free Library is closed for Labor Day Weekend.
URL:https://vernonfreelibrary.org/event/closed-8/
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SUMMARY:Writing the Nightmare: A Ship Called Sickness and One Unforgettable Space Crew with Daniel Kraus
DESCRIPTION:Prepare to launch into the darkest depths of deep space! Join us online as we sit down with master storyteller Daniel Kraus\, winner of the 2026 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction\, to celebrate the release of his breathtaking new novel\, The Sixth Nik. \n\n\n\nDeep into space\, far past the triworld outposts\, beyond range of the lethal trollbot internet\, soars The Sickness: a ship woven from biomatter and capable of reacting to every need of its human crew. Sisilla\, a nine-year-old cultist with a brain enhanced by arcane tech known as “niks\,” has boarded to investigate the enigma of Fém—a plague-riddled planet that has abruptly gone rogue. \n\n\n\nThe mysterious crew includes a faceless assassin\, a beautiful engineer jigsawed by plastic surgery\, a peyote-addicted medic\, and—most lethal of all—a rugged\, NonModded captain with a score to settle with Sisilla. Other dangers abound. A hacked robot begins to believe Sisilla is its daughter. The Sickness itself is mutating\, possibly even pregnant. And the secret of Fém is more horrific than anyone could have imagined. To survive\, Sisilla will need to forsake her predetermined fate and embrace the unknown. \n\n\n\nRegister now to gain exclusive insight from one of the most visionary voices in modern fiction.
URL:https://vernonfreelibrary.org/event/writing-the-nightmare-a-ship-called-sickness-and-one-unforgettable-space-crew-with-daniel-kraus/
LOCATION:Vernon Free Library\, 567 Governor Hunt Rd.\, Vernon\, 05354\, United States
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SUMMARY:Book Discussion: The Book Club for Troublesome Women
DESCRIPTION:Meeting on the second Thursday of each month at 3:00 p.m\, Town Office Building Lobby. Contact us at 802-257-0150 to join and get a book! In September\, we will discuss The Book Club for Troublesome Women by Marie Bostwick.  \n\n\n\nBy 1960s standards\, Margaret Ryan is living the American woman’s dream. She has a husband\, three children\, a station wagon\, and a home in Concordia–one of Northern Virginia’s most exclusive and picturesque suburbs. She has a standing invitation to the neighborhood coffee klatch\, and now\, thanks to her husband\, a new subscription to A Woman’s Place–a magazine that tells housewives like Margaret exactly who to be and what to buy. On paper\, she has it all. So why doesn’t that feel like enough?
URL:https://vernonfreelibrary.org/event/book-discussion-the-book-club-for-troublesome-women/
CATEGORIES:Programs for Adults
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SUMMARY:Play-Doh Play Morning!
DESCRIPTION:Vernon Free Library invites all children and families to celebrate the wonders of Play-Doh on National Play-Doh Day\, September 16th. Come celebrate the 20th annual National Play-Doh Day with modeling projects available in the library from 10 am to 11:30 pm. You will be able to try out a variety of natural play-dohs and take home the recipes. Starting at 10 a.m.\, families can drop by and play with Squishy Circuits and learn about basic circuits through LEDs and Play-Doh.
URL:https://vernonfreelibrary.org/event/play-doh-play-morning/
LOCATION:Vernon Free Library\, 567 Governor Hunt Rd.\, Vernon\, 05354\, United States
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SUMMARY:After School Slime for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the new school year with some slimy fun at Vernon Free Library! Kids ages 5–12 are invited to join us as we make colorful after-school slime to take home. All supplies are provided while they last. We can’t wait to see you for a fun\, hands-on afternoon of creativity and slime! \n\n\n\nDon’t forget to get a library card when you are at Vernon Free Library. Getting a library card is free\, easy\, and empowering. For students\, it may be a key to academic success.
URL:https://vernonfreelibrary.org/event/after-school-slime-for-kids/
LOCATION:Vernon Free Library\, 567 Governor Hunt Rd.\, Vernon\, 05354\, United States
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SUMMARY:Where the Paletero Man Goes: A Journey of Neighborhood\, Music\, and Art with Lucky Diaz
DESCRIPTION:Grab a pocketful of change and get ready to dance down the street! Join us for an energetic conversation as we celebrate the joy of community and summer fun with Latin GRAMMY-winning musician Lucky Diaz\, author of the sensational bilingual picture book\, Paletero Man.  \n\n\n\nWhat’s the best way to cool off on a hot summer day? Run quick and find Paletero José! \n\n\n\nFollow along with our narrator as he passes through his busy neighborhood in search of the Paletero Man. But when he finally catches up with him\, our narrator’s pockets are empty. Oh no! What happened to his dinero? It will take the help of the entire community to get the tasty treat now. \n\n\n\nInspired by the vibrant rhythms of Los Angeles and Diaz’s own hit song\, this beautiful story invites readers into a sun-drenched neighborhood where the ring of a bell means the best treat of the day is just around the corner. \n\n\n\nRegister today and discover how we can all bring a little more sweetness and community spirit into our daily lives! \n\n\n\nPlease note that we will be hosting Lucky Diaz twice on this date\, once in Spanish and in English. Be sure that you are registering for your preferred format.
URL:https://vernonfreelibrary.org/event/where-the-paletero-man-goes-a-journey-of-neighborhood-music-and-art-with-lucky-diaz/
LOCATION:Vernon Free Library\, 567 Governor Hunt Rd.\, Vernon\, 05354\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T100000
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SUMMARY:Meet-up with Representative Zon Eastes
DESCRIPTION:State Rep. Zon Eastes\, a Democrat representing Guilford and Vernon\, holds regular meet-ups at Vernon Free Library to allow attendees to express their ideas and concerns to Eastes and provide time to explore key legislative actions. Coffee and something sweet will be offered. All are welcome.
URL:https://vernonfreelibrary.org/event/meet-up-with-representative-zon-eastes/
LOCATION:Vernon Free Library\, 567 Governor Hunt Rd.\, Vernon\, 05354\, United States
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