Welcome to the Moretown Community Library!

Upcoming Programs

Come to the library for a screening of this 45 minute documentary with a discussion following facilitated by Jeremy Silcox, MSW, LICSW from Hannah’s House.

Over the past fifty years, boys and young men have steadily disengaged from school, work, and broader society. They’re falling behind academically, struggling with loneliness and isolation, and facing rising rates of substance abuse and suicide.

Gone Guys, a 45-minute documentary, draws on the influential work of Richard V. Reeves’ Of Boys and Men, illuminating these challenges through powerful data and compelling personal stories. Many of us have experienced these issues first-hand, but it can be difficult to talk about them. It’s not an either-or choice: caring more about boys and men does not mean caring less about women and girls.

Set in rural Vermont, the film brings national data to life with engaging animation accompanying lived experience featuring young men, educators, mentors, and trailblazing programs that are working to re-engage boys and young men in their communities and reshape their futures.
John Vincent is a retired police officer, poet, letterpress printer, and director of A Revolutionary Press, a 501c3 nonprofit and  volunteer run collective of artists in service to the Common Good in New Haven, Vermont. John is also the co-curator of “Finding Hope Within: Healing and Transformation Through the Making of Art Within the Carceral System”, a travelling art exhibition in Vermont for 2023-2026. He presents on the historical and contemporary significance of hand setting type on the printing press in context with the past and future Revolutions in this country. Learn more on his website.
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Children grades 3 and up are invited to our Afterschool Crafternoons and are welcome to arrive just after school before the program begins, the patron computers will not be available for use.

10/27 Paper Cranes
In Japanese culture, cranes are mystical animals that symbolize long life and healing. There is a legend that if you fold a thousand paper cranes, you will be granted a wish or recover from an injury. Learn how to make origami cranes and string them together as an international symbol of peace and hope during challenging times.

12/8 Paper Quilling
Back by popular demand!  Learn the art of paper quilling that uses strips of paper that are rolled, shaped, and glued together. Bring your inspiration and use our supplies to make cards and gifts for friends and family.