Katherine Paterson’s historical fiction novel tell’s the story of the 1912 “Bread and Roses” strike in the Lawrence, Massachusetts textile mills through the eyes of an Italian-American girl and runaway boy.
Discussion topics may include the American immigrant experience, labor history, and local Vermont history connected to this historic event.
Stop by the library for a copy and join this discussion!
Vermont libraries provide community, not just books
In an era when memberships in social clubs and church attendance are down, and critics say social media appears to be fracturing rather than knitting society together, libraries are stepping in as so-called third places where people can meet and socialize.
July 31 ~ 10:00am The Vermont Institute of Natural Science presents Screech & Hoot with live birds! Why do owls hoot? What are those hawks talking about? How do scientists find out what birds are saying? Meet some of these talkative hawks, falcons, and owl up close! We’ll practice identifying raptors by their calls, learn what these vocalizations might mean, and how they are made.
Co-sponsored by the Bradford Public Library and the Bradford Parks and Rec. this free program will be held at the Bradford Elementary School to best accommodate the birds and audience!
