WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 29

NO LISTINGS.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 30

ICE CREAM SOCIAL IN COVENTRY

   RuralVermont will host an ice cream social to celebrate farm fresh milk on Thursday, August 30, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., at Coventry Valley Farm on Heermanville Road in Coventry. The event is family friendly, free, and open to the public. For more information, call Rural Vermont at 223-7222 or visit www.rualvermont.org.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 31

ONE-WOMAN SHOW AT BREAD & PUPPET FARM

   A one-woman show, “What Do I Know About War?” by Margo Lee Sherman, will be performed Friday, August 31, at 8 p.m., in the new building at the Bread and Puppet Farm on Route 122 in Glover. $5 suggested donation. For more information, call 525-3031.

NEK CHAMBER NETWORKING SESSION AT NVRH

   A Northeast Kingdom Chamber monthly business networking session will be held Friday, August 31, at 8 a.m., at NortheasternVermontRegionalHospital in St. Johnsbury. For more information, call 748-3678 or e-mail director@nekchamber.com.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 1

CHILD SEAT SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKPOINT IN NEWPORT

   The Orleans County Sheriff’s Department will conduct a child seat safety inspection checkpoint (check for recalls, serviceability, and installation) at the Newport Fire Department on Saturday, September 1, starting at 11 a.m. Some seats are available for replacement. No charge.

CAR WASH IN BARTON

   A car wash to support local resident Lauren Kruszyna in the Miss Teen Vermont Pageant will be held Saturday, September 1, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at BartonMemorialBuilding. Cars $4, trucks and vans $5. Donations accepted.

DOCUMENTARYRED STATE ROAD TRIP SHOWING IN NEWPORT

   Red State Road Trip, a free documentary by Chris Hume, will be shown Saturday, September 1, at 10 a.m., in Room 1512 of the EmoryA.HebardStateOfficeBuilding on Main Street in Newport. All welcome. For more information, call 895-4630 or 755-6307.

UCWG SCHOLARSHIP BENEFIT YARD & BAKE SALE IN NEWPORT

   United Christian Women’s Group (UCWG) of NewportCenter will hold a yard and bake sale on Saturday, September 1, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Bob and Sandy Hilliker’s home on Route 105 (next to Hilliker’s Store) in NewportCenter. Hot dogs and hamburgers will be available. Fund-raiser to benefit the UCWG Scholarship Fund.

RUN/WALK/BIKE IN ISLAND POND

   A fun run/walk/bike event will take place on Saturday, September 1, in Island Pond. Family friendly event with prizes, T-shirts, raffle, and two distance options. The event starts at 9 a.m. and registration opens at 7 a.m. at the town beach. Organized by UVM College of Medicine classmates Anna Carlson and Elisabeth Pierson to benefit the Taini Mae Kinney Memorial Scholarship Fund forNortheastKingdom students pursuing higher education.

GREENSBORO BLUES JAM AT MASONIC HALL

   The last Greensboro Blues Jam of the season will be held on Saturday, September 1, at 8 p.m., at the Caspian Lake Grange in GreensboroVillage. Featuring a “home-grown guitar & amp test drive” with Per Courtney and Winnie Thomas. $5 donation, free for participating musicians.

BASKET MAKING WORKSHOP AT OLD STONE HOUSE

   Carolyn Starr will hold her regular basket making workshop on September 1 (and the first and third Saturdays of each month), from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the EducationBuilding at the OldStoneHouseMuseum in Brownington. Participants must have taken at least one of Ms. Starr’s classes. The only cost is for materials. For more information, call Carolyn at 626-4539.

OLD STONE HOUSE SPINNERS’ CIRCLE

   Spinners will meet in the Samuel Read Hall house at the Old Stone House in Brownington on September 1 (and the first Saturday and third Wednesday of each month), from 1 to 4 p.m. Bring your wheel. Beginners welcome. There is an extra wheel to learn on. For more information, call 754-2022.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 2

LABOR DAY CHICKEN BARBECUE & TAG SALE AT ST. PAUL’S SCHOOL

   An annual Labor Day chicken barbecue and tag sale will be held Sunday, September 2, at St. Paul’s School in Barton. Meal will include chicken, various salads, rolls, dessert, and beverage. $8 for adults, $5 for children. Tag sale begins at 9, barbecue begins at noon. Any items in good condition can be dropped off at the rectory. For more information, call 525-6578.

JAZZ ON A SUNDAY AFTERNOON AT CATAMOUNTARTSCENTER

   Jazz on a Sunday Afternoon will be held September 2, at 4 p.m., at CatamountArtsCenter on Eastern Avenue in St. Johnsbury. Featuring Paul Combs on alto sax, accompanied by Paul Bourgelais on guitar, Brad Stouffer on drums, and Barry Sahagian on bass. $7 at the door, $4 for students with ID. For more information, call (888) 757-5559 or 334-2437.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 3

LABOR DAY CELEBRATION IN ALBANY

   The Albany Fire Department will have its Labor Day celebration on Monday, September 3, in AlbanyVillage. ATV and small tractor pull, coin drop and silent auction, parade at 11 a.m., followed immediately by a chicken barbecue.

SHEFFIELD FIELD DAY TAKING PLACE ON LABOR DAY

   The sixtieth Sheffield Field Day, with the theme “Sheffield Field Day Through the Years” will again take place on Labor Day, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Displays from historical society, raffles, arts and crafts, midway, bingo, parade, live music, pony pulling, horseshoe tournament, softball games, chicken barbecue, corn roast, fiddlers’ contest, performances by dancers and musicians, and more.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4

BLOOD DRIVE AT ELKS CLUB IN DERBY

   An American Red Cross blood drive will be held Tuesday, September 4, from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., at the Elks Club in Derby. Walk-ins are welcome. Appointments are available at 1-800-843-3500, extension 3265. Sponsored by Community National Bank.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5

OSHER FALL SEASON BEGINS IN NEWPORT

   The Newport-Derby-Stanstead Osher Lifelong Learning Institute will kick off its fall semester on Wednesday, September 5, at 1 p.m., at the EmoryHebardStateOfficeBuilding, with a trip back to the Neolithic Age of Stone. Featured speaker is Robert Manning, who will address the questions of who built Stonehenge and why, as well as speak on other Neolithic monuments in Ireland,Brittany, and the United Kingdom. For more information, call Edward Pepyne at 334-5752. Regular dues are $40 for an individual/$70 for a couple. Nonmembers may attend single lectures for $5 each. Membership dues will be accepted at any session.

BOOK DISCUSSION AT GREENSBORO FREE LIBRARY

   A book discussion on G.J.A. O’Toole’s The Spanish War: An American Epic will be held Wednesday, September 5, at 7 p.m., at Greensboro Free Library. A Vermont Humanities Council event. For more information, call Mary Metcalf at 533-7797.

NORTH COUNTRY QUILTERS IN DERBY

   The North Country Quilters will meet Wednesday, September 5 (and the first Wednesday of each month), at 6:30 p.m., at the Church of God on Crawford Road in Derby.

NEWPORTCITY PLANNING COMMISSION HOLDING PUBLIC HEARING

   The Newport City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the revised zoning bylaw amendments on Wednesday, September 5, at 7 p.m., in the council room of the NewportMunicipalBuilding.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 6

IROC TEEN COMMITTEE MEETING

   The IROC Teen Committee will host its first meeting on Thursday, September 6, from 4 to 5:30 p.m., in the Smith Conference Room at IROC in Derby. Available for all youth in grades six to 12 to help plan events and share ideas. Pizza included.

STEPHEN KIERNAN TO DISCUSS DEATH & DYING AT THE GALAXY BOOKSHOP

   Journalist Stephen Kiernan, author of Last Rights: Rescuing the End of Life from the Medical System, will discuss his book and hold a book signing at The Galaxy Bookshop on Thursday, September 6, at 7 p.m. Free and open to all. For more information, call 472-5533 or visit www.galaxybookshop.com.

CROSS-COUNTRY RACE AT HARDWICK TRAILS

   A 5K cross-country race for all ages and abilities will take place Thursday, September 6, at 6 p.m., at Hardwick Trails at HazenUnionSchool. $1 per race. For more information, call Jennifer Geary at 472-8765.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 7

READING & BOOK SIGNING WITH TANYA SOUSA AT BARTON LIBRARY

   On Friday, September 7, at 6 p.m., Barton Public Library will host local author and educator Tanya Sousa as she reads stories, answers questions, and signs copies of her book A Cup of Comfort for Dog Lovers. For more information, call the library at 525-6524.

DISCUSSION GROUP FOR SENIORS IN NEWPORT

   A discussion group, “Inventing the Rest of Your Life,” for men and women age 60 and up, will meet on five Fridays beginning September 7, from 10 a.m. to noon, at The Wellness Center in Newport. Facilitated by Sarah Houston, MA. Medicare, Medicaid, and VHAP insurances accepted. Exploring memory and health issues, dealing with loss, downsizing and clutter, and hopes and dreams. Supported by Area Agency on Aging for Northeastern Vermont and Wellspring Health and WellnessCenter. To register or for more information, call 472-6642.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 8

ST. PAUL’S SCHOOL BENEFIT GOLF TOURNAMENT

   The annual St. Paul’s School Benefit Golf Tournament will be held Saturday, September 8, with a 9 a.m. shotgun start, at the Barton Golf Club. Co-sponsored by Trinity Parish of Barton and l’Union St. Jean Baptiste. Four person scramble; get your foursome together and register now. Low entry fee guarantees greens fees, a tournament souvenir, a prize, and a barbecue lunch following 18 holes of play. It does not cover the cost of a cart though one can be reserved for you. To register, call Frank Daigneault at 525-3589 or Madeleine Roy at 766-4980.

BEEFALO FIELD DAY IN BARTON

   North Eastern Beefalo Association will hold a field day at Farm and Forest Ranch on Saturday, September 8, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., on Maple Hill Road in Barton. The event will include a farm tour, 4-H demo, games, cookout with beefalo hamburgers, and a talk by Sam Comstock of UVM Extension on forage. Program cost including lunch will be $6 per person; children under 12 are free. Please RSVP so food can be planned. For more information, call Olga Bell at (413) 655-2415.

HARVEST FEAST AT SALVATION FARMS IN WOLCOTT

   A Harvest Feast will be held Saturday, September 8, from 5 p.m. to dusk, at Salvation Farms in Wolcott. Potluck dinner (made from Vermont produced foods), guest speaker, Reiki, outside music (bring a lawn chair), yoga, raffle, children’s activities, and more. Hosted by Salvation Farms, whose mission is to harvest excess farm produce, making it available to Vermonters in need. For additional information, call 888-5055 or e-mail salvagedonation@yahoo.com.

CARS OF YESTERYEAR SHOW IN NEWPORT

   A Cars of Yesteryear show will take place on Saturday, September 8, from 6 to 8:30 p.m., at North CountryUnionHigh School in Newport.

DISCOVER YOUR TOWNFOREST WORKSHOP IN CRAFTSBURY COMMON

   The Craftsbury Municipal Forest Committee will host a workshop, “Town Forests as Community Assets,” on Saturday, September 8, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at CraftsburyAcademy in Craftsbury Common. There will be sessions on creating and managing town forests, woodlot tours for examples of trail design and forest management methods, and a GPS mapping demonstration. For more information or registration, contact Jad Daley at Vermont Town Forest Project at 253-8227, extension 13, or jdaley@nfainfor.org.

BIKE RACE AT BURKEMOUNTAIN

   The first annual Burke Mountain Bike Race will be held Saturday, September 8. The day begins at the Sherburne Base Lodge at 9 a.m. with a 3.7-mile race to the summit of BurkeMountain via the toll road. An awards ceremony will be held at the lodge following the race. A full day of family-friendly events will take place that highlight the sport of biking, the Kingdom Trail Association (KTA) mountain bike trail network, and the greater NortheastKingdom community. In the afternoon there will be a KTA annual meeting followed by a barbecue celebration to honor the landowners and sponsors of the trail system at 2 p.m. at DarlingMemorial Park on Route 114 in East Burke. For more information or to register for the race, visit www.burkemountainbikerace.com.

WEEKLY ONGOING EVENTS

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS SUPPORT GROUPS

   Daily meetings in St. Johnsbury; Sunday: Newport and East Burke; Monday: Hardwick, Lyndonville, and Orleans; Tuesday: East Craftsbury, Hardwick, Newport, and West Burke; Wednesday: Lowell, and Newport; Thursday: Barton, Hardwick, and Newport; Friday: Hardwick, Island Pond, and Newport; Saturday: Derby, Lyndonville, Westmore. For meeting times and locations, call 334-1213 or (877) 334-1213, or visit www.aavt.org.

ARMCHAIR & GENTLE YOGA AT GLOVER RIVERSIDE APARTMENTS

   Armchair yoga with certified yoga instructor Bethany Knight is held Mondays from 6 to 6:30 p.m., in the community room at Glover’s new Riverside Apartments, on the corner of Dexter Mountain Road and Route 16. A gentle Hatha yoga class on the floor follows from 6:30 to 7:30. For all ages and abilities. By donation. The summer series ends September 10. No classes September 17 and 24. A final 2007 series will run from October 1 through November 19.

BALLROOM DANCING AT BARTONSENIORCENTER

   Ballroom dancing is being taught at the BartonSeniorCenter each Tuesday at 1:30 p.m., in the MunicipalBuilding. Foxtrot, swing, and waltz will be taught and country dancing also enjoyed. Live music by R.J. Cote. All welcome. For more information, call 525-4400.

BARTON AL-ANON FAMILY GROUP MEETING

   Barton Al-Anon family group meetings are held Monday nights from 7 to 8 p.m., at BartonUnitedChurch.

BARTON PEACE VIGIL

   A Barton peace vigil is held every Friday, from noon to 12:30 p.m., on the common. All welcome. Rain or shine. Sponsored by NortheastKingdom Peace and Justice. For more information, call 766-4037 or 755-6307.

BENEFIT BINGO IN MONTGOMERYCENTER

   Bingo at St. Isidore’s Parish Hall on Route 242 in MontgomeryCenter every Friday evening. Doors open at 5 p.m. Quickies at 6:30 p.m., regular and special games at 7 p.m. Paper sheets. Progressive jackpot, raffles, lunch, freebies, fun for all.

BONE BUILDERS EXERCISE CLASS IN ISLAND POND

   The Island Pond RSVP Bone Builders exercise class, designed to prevent or slow osteoporosis in older adults, meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 9 to 10 a.m., in the IslandPondMunicipalBuilding. For more information or to sign up, call a trainer: Charlene Maxwell at 723-4781, Miriam Worth at 723-6532, or Phyllis Clough at 723-5014.

BONE BUILDERS EXERCISE CLASS IN WESTFIELD

   A free RSVP Bone Builders exercise class is held each Tuesday and Thursday from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., at the Scenic View Community Care Home in Westfield. For more information, call Dan Noyes at 888-2190 or dan@volunteervt.com.

CRAFTSBURY FARMER’S MARKET ON THE COMMON

   Craftsbury Farmer’s Market is held Saturdays until Columbus Day, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., in Craftsbury Common. Local produce, baked goods, crafts, and fun.

CRAFTSBURY GEOGRAPHIC SOCIETY GROUP

   The Craftsbury Geographic Society meets on Wednesday nights from 7 to 8:30 p.m., at Craftsbury Public Library as explorers and adventurers share their stories. The public is encouraged to participate and to share its adventures as well. For more information, call David Gilligan at 586-7711, extension 133, or the library at 586-9683.

DERBY FISH & GAME CLUB TRAP SHOOTING

   The Derby Fish and Game Club holds trap shooting every Wednesday at 6 p.m. Beginners welcome. For more information or directions, call Roger at 895-2936.

DUPLICATEBRIDGE IN WESTMORE

   Duplicate bridge will take place at 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the Westmore Fellowship Hall (next to the church) at the junction of Hinton Hill Road and Route 5A in Westmore. For more information, call 525-6911.

FRIENDS IN RECOVERY SUPPORT GROUP

   A support group for those who are depressed or have a running battle with depression meets every Friday, at 6 p.m., at the parish hall at St. Mark's Episcopal Church on Second Street in Newport. For further information, call Dennis Favreau at 334-4595.

GLOVER SELECT BOARD MEETINGS

   Glover Select Board meetings are held on the first and third Wednesdays of each month at 6:30 p.m., at the Glover Town Clerk’s office on Bean Hill Road. Call 525-6227 to be on the agenda.

HANDWORK GROUP AT GREENSBORO LIBRARY

   The handwork group, Keeping Us in Stitches, for experienced knitters and beginner embroiderers, will meet Fridays at 10:30 a.m., at Greensboro Free Library. For more information, call 533-2531.

INDOOR CYCLING AT NCH’S WELLNESSCENTER

   Indoor cycling classes are being offered at North CountryHospital’sWellnessCenter fitness facility on Crawford Road in Newport. Classes will be held Mondays and Wednesdays, from 9 to 9:45 a.m. For more information and to register, call Merrilyn Barry at 334-5566.

ISLAND POND FARMERS’ MARKET

   Island Pond Farmers’ Market will be held until October 12 at the town beach parking lot in Island Pond. Market hours will be noon to 4 p.m., rain or shine. For more information, call Kathy at 723-4046 or Justin at 723-6184.

KNITTING CIRCLE AT CCCC IN EAST CRAFTSBURY

   The Knitting Circle meets every Saturday at 10 a.m., at the CraftsburyCommunityCareCenter in East Craftsbury. For more information, call 586-2414.

MEN’S PICKUP HOCKEY AT STANSTEADCOLLEGE

   There will be men’s pickup hockey at the StansteadCollege arena every Thursday evening at 8 p.m. until late September. Ages 16 and up. $10 per person per game. For more information, call (819) 876-2371.

NEWPORT FARMER’S MARKET

   Newport Farmer’s Market will take place every Saturday until October 13, and every Wednesday until October 10, on the causeway across from WaterfrontPlaza next to I-91 in Newport. Rain or shine from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Everything is made or grown by local farmers and craftspersons.

NEWPORT PEACE VIGIL

   ANewport peace vigil is held every Wednesday, from 4 to 4:30 p.m., at the fish in front of the EmoryHebardStateOfficeBuilding on Main Street. All welcome. Rain or shine. For more information, call 895-4630 or 755-6307.

NORTHEASTKINGDOM SHAPE NOTE SINGS AT B&P

   NortheastKingdom Shape Note Sings are held on Tuesdays at 7:30 through August 28, in the new building behind Bread and PuppetMuseum on Route 122 in Glover. Early American hymns in the traditional fa-sol-la style. All welcome to join in or listen. For more information, call 525-6972 or 525-3031.

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS

   Overeaters Anonymous (OA) offers a 12-step program of recovery for the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of compulsive eating. OA meets every Saturday from 10 to 11 a.m., at Derby Community National Bank training center on Crawford Road (behind the bank). Closed step study meeting follows from 11:15 a.m. to noon. For more information, call 766-9212 or 525-4551.

PORTER BROOK PERSPECTIVES AT HIGHLAND LODGE

   Porter Brook nature hikes are held Wednesdays from 2:30 to 4 p.m. starting at Highland Lodge in Greensboro. Adults $8.50, children $6.

RECOVERY GROUP AT NEWPORTBAPTISTCHURCH

   The NewportBaptistChurch on East Main Street has an ongoing recovery group that meets every Monday at 7 p.m. For those who are struggling with addiction, know someone who has an addiction problem, or just want to learn more about the subject and have questions. For more information, call 334-5554.

SKATEBOARDING AT IROC

   Skateboarding on Tuesdays starting September 4, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., at IROC in Derby. Helmets are a must. Free to members, $5 for nonmembers.

SMOKING CESSATION CLASS

   Quit Timesmoking cessation classes are held Mondays at North CountryHospital. To register and for more information, call The Wellness Center at 334-5566.

STONE HOUSE QUILTERS IN BROWNINGTON

   Quilters will meet in the Samuel Read Hall House at the OldStoneHouseMuseum in Brownington every Wednesday from 1 to 4 p.m. Help hand quilt the Irish chain raffle quilt on the big frame, or bring your own project to work on. For more information, call 754-2022.

TAI CHI IN GLOVER

   Tai Chi with instructor George Mckenzie are held Thursdays starting at 6:30 p.m. at the GloverTown Hall. Sponsored by GREC. For more information, call Johanna at 525-4385.

“TASTE THE CO-OP” EVENTS IN ST. JOHNSBURY

   “Taste the Co-op” with free food samplings, recipes, and special programs are held on Fridays from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., at the St. J. Food Co-op on Portland Street in St. Johnsbury. Events are free and open to the public. For more information, call 748-9498.

TOPS MEETING AT BARTON LIBRARY

   Tops VT #82 Barton meet every Monday at Barton Public Library. Weigh-ins, 4:30 to 5:50 p.m.; meetings, 6 to 7 p.m. For further information, call 525-3684.

TOPS MEETING AT ISLAND POND PUBLIC LIBRARY

   Tops VT #135 Island Pond meet every Monday at Island Pond Public Library. Weigh-ins, 5:15 to 5:30 p.m.; meeting at 5:30 p.m. For further information, call 723-6039 or 723-4922.

VAN SERVICE TO SENIOR MEALS IN BARTON

   Every Thursday there is van service to senior meals in Barton. The pickup schedule is as follows: 11:25 a.m., Mountain View Apartments; 11:30 a.m., Congress Court; 11:35 a.m., Monitor Manor; 11:40 a.m., Hillcrest; 11:45 a.m., MemorialBuilding; 11:50 a.m., Park Street trailer park. For more information, call Brenda Sargent at 525-4400.

VAN SERVICE FROM WESTMORE TO BARTON

   Every first and third Tuesday of each month there will be van service from Westmore to Barton. 10:30 pickup at the Old Town Clerk’s office; 1:30 p.m. return trip to Westmore. For shopping, library, banking, and the SeniorCenter. Free to residents age 60 or older. For more information, call Nan French at 525-4954 or the Area Agency on Aging at 334-2190.

YOGA IN GLOVER

   Yoga classes sponsored by Glover Recreation Committee (GREC) will start Wednesday, September 5, at 6 p.m., at GloverTown Hall. Emily Hershberger will be the new instructor. Walk-ins welcome. GREC also has a fitness card for members and new additions, and will be available at the Town Hall before class. For more information, call Johanna at 525-4385.

LIBRARY ACTIVITIES

ALBANY PUBLIC LIBRARY

   Located in the back of AlbanyTown Hall on Main Street.New Hours: Monday, 1–4 p.m.; Tuesday, noon–4:30 p.m. and 6–8 p.m.; Thursday, noon–4:30 p.m.; and Saturday, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. For more information about library activities, call 755-6127.

BARTON PUBLIC LIBRARY

   100 Church Street, Barton. Hours: Monday 2–7 p.m., Wednesday, 9–11 a.m. and 2–7 p.m.; Friday 2–5 p.m.; and Saturday, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.Books-to-Movies Club for children and entire families every month. This month’s selection, Bridge to Terabithia, is based on the book by Katherine Paterson and will be shown Wednesday,August 29, at 4 p.m. Copies of the book are available to sign out. Read as a family and come see the films together. For more information, call Amy at 525-6524. Preschool Story Time every second, third, and fourth Wednesday of the month at 9:30 a.m. Book Discussion Group meets the third Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Shakespeare for Fun meets the fourth Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Friday Night Films and Shakespeare for Fun will join to meet at library on Friday, August 31, at 7 p.m. for Henry V, starring and directed by British actor Kenneth Branagh. All programs are free. For more information, call 525-6524.

BIG READ WAGON BOOKMOBILE

   The Big Read Wagon Bookmobile is a public library on wheels based at Dailey Memorial Library in Derby. It brings books, large print books, board books, puzzles, puppets, videos, audiocassettes, and interlibrary loans free of charge for all ages. Bookmobile visits are scheduled for schools, churches, child-care centers, senior sites, and other locations. For schedule information or to make an appointment, call Barb or Randy at 766-5063.

BURKE COMMUNITY LIBRARY

   BurkeMountain Club, Route 114, East Burke. Hours: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, noon to 3 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to noon. Preschool story time: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month, 1:30 to 2 p.m.For further information, call the library at 626-9823.

COBLEIGH PUBLIC LIBRARY

   70 Depot Street, Lyndonville. Hours: Monday, noon–5 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday, noon–7 p.m.; Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.For further information, call the library at 626-5475.

CRAFTSBURY PUBLIC LIBRARY

   Craftsbury Common. Hours: Tuesday, noon–8 p.m.; Wednesday, 9 a.m.–noon; Friday, noon–8 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.; and Sunday, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. For more information, call the library at 586-9683.

DAILEY MEMORIAL LIBRARY

   101 Junior High Drive, Derby Center. Hours: Tuesday and Friday, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Wednesday and Thursday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; and Saturday, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. For more information, call the library at 766-5063.

GLOVER PUBLIC LIBRARY

   51 Bean Hill Road, Glover. Hours: Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, 3–6 p.m.; Thursday, 3–7 p.m.; and Saturday 10 a.m.–12 p.m. Story Hour: Fridays at 10 a.m. — stories, craft, and a snack. Cook & A Book Discussion: Good for the mind and soul — call for book and date. Children’s literature discussion group for adults: Call to sign up. For more information, call library coordinator Toni Eubanks at 525-4365.

GOODRICH MEMORIAL LIBRARY

   Main Street, Newport. Hours: Monday through Friday, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Board of Trustees meetings are held every second Wednesday at 5:15 p.m. Local genealogists Sandy McKinney and Ernestine Pepin will be available at the library to answer questions and help with genealogy research on Wednesday mornings from 10 a.m. to noon. For more information, call 334-7902.

GREENSBORO FREE LIBRARY

   53 Wilson Street, Greensboro. Winter hours: Tuesday, 10 a.m.–7 p.m.; Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.; and Sunday, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Preschool Story Hour: Fridays at 10 a.m. For more information, call 533-2531.

HASKELL FREE LIBRARY

   93 Caswell Avenue, Derby Line. Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Thursday, 10 a.m.–8 p.m. Storytime: Fridays at 10:30 a.m. For more information, call Nancy at 873-3022. Annual exhibition of StansteadCollege student art on display.

HITCHCOCK MEMORIAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUM

   Route 100, Westfield. Hours: Thursday, 1–4 p.m. and 7–8 p.m. For further information, call 744-8251.

ISLAND POND PUBLIC LIBRARY

   Main Street. Hours: Tuesday, 10 a.m.–7 p.m.; Wednesday, 2–6 p.m., Thursday, 10 a.m.–7 p.m., Friday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., and Saturday, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Story Time every Saturday at 10:30 a.m. For more information, call 723-6134.

JEUDEVINE MEMORIAL LIBRARY

   93 North Main Street, Hardwick. Hours: Monday and Wednesday, 1–5 p.m. and 6–8 p.m.; Friday, 1–5 p.m.; and Saturday, 10 a.m.–noon. For more information, call 472-5948.

JOHN WOODRUFF SIMPSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY

   1972 East Craftsbury Road, East Craftsbury. Hours: Wednesday and Saturday, 9 a.m.–noon, 2–5 p.m., and 7–9:30 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 1:30 p.m. For more information, call 586-9692.

JONES MEMORIAL LIBRARY

   1 Water Street, Orleans. Hours: Monday, 9 a.m.– noon and 2–8 p.m.; Wednesday and Friday, 9 a.m.–noon and 2–5 p.m.; and Saturday, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Adult Book Discussions on the last Friday of each month at 12:45 p.m. Board Meetings are held at 3:30 p.m. on the second Monday of every month. Computer Tutorials are available by appointment. For more information, call Joanne at 754-6660.

LEACH PUBLIC LIBRARY

   Irasburg. Hours: Monday, 1:30–4 p.m. and 6–8 p.m.; Wednesday, 1–5 p.m.; and Saturday 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Story Hour each Monday, 10–11 a.m. For more information, call 754-2526, 754-2814, or 754-6593.

RAND MEMORIAL LIBRARY

   160 Railroad Street, NorthTroy. Hours: Monday 2–6 p.m.; Tuesday and Wednesday, 2:30–6:30 p.m., Thursday, 9 a.m.–noon; Friday, 8 a.m.–1 p.m. Ongoing Book Sale during regular hours. Preschool Story Time on Fridays at 10 a.m. For more information, call Gloria at 988-4741.

ST. JOHNSBURY ATHENAEUM

   1171 Main Street, St. Johnsbury. 748-8291. Website: www.stjathenaeum.org. Exhibit of 12 paintings by Larry Golden paying homage to the Athenaeum’s design and elegance will be on display until Labor Day in the upstairs gallery.

ART GALLERIES, HISTORICAL SOCIETIES & MUSEUMS

ADRIEN “YELLOW” ART STUDIO

   Adrien “Yellow” Patenaude (formerly of Silver Stream Gallery). Now at Montgomery Ward building (bottom level of Newport Natural), 194 Main Street, Newport. Open Wednesday and Thursday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

BABCOCKHOUSEMUSEUM, CRAFTSBURY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

   Craftsbury Common. Open Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to noon and Saturday, 1 to 3 p.m., through mid-October.

BREAD & PUPPETMUSEUM

   Route 122 in Glover. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Hundreds of puppets, masks, and paintings in a 100-foot-long, 144-year-old barn — one of the biggest collections of some of the biggest puppets in the world. Guided museum tours every Sunday during August, starting at 1 p.m. by the Bread House.

CATAMOUNTARTSCENTER

   139 Eastern Avenue, St. Johnsbury. 748-2600. Open Monday through Friday, 1 to 6 p.m. and before and after each movie screening. Galleries are always open to the public free of charge.

CHARLESTON HISTORICAL SOCIETYMUSEUM

   Museum Drive, West Charleston.Open Wednesdays, 2 to 4 p.m., through August.

COLBY-CURTISMUSEUM

   Stanstead,Quebec. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. Archives open Tuesday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., closed at lunchtime.

CRYSTAL LAKE FALLS HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONMUSEUM

   Water Street, Barton.Open through Labor Day, Tuesday and Thursday from 2 to 4 p.m., or by appointment by calling 525-3084. The Brick Kingdom Trail is open through the fall during daylight hours seven days a week.

FAIRBANKS MUSEUM GALLERY

   1302 Main Street, St. Johnsbury. 748-2372. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.; and Monday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

FLYINGGOOSEARTGALLERY

   Countryside Common, 5043 U.S. Route 5 between Newport and Derby. Works of art highlighting the glorious colors of autumn at the opening on Saturday, September 1, from noon to 6 p.m. Come for cider, snacks, and great art. The show will continue through September and October. Fall hours are Thursday through Sunday, noon to 4 p.m.

GALLERY AT THE LION AND THE RAM

   4503 U.S. Route 5, Suite #3,Newport-Derby Road. 334-5551. Closed Mondays.

GRACEGALLERY

   Old Firehouse, 13 Mill Street, Hardwick. P.O. Box 960, Hardwick,VT05843. 472-6857. www.graceart.org. Open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. or by appointment. Exhibit of Gayleen Aiken: A selection of historic works spanning fifty years on display through August 30.

HARDWICK TOWN HOUSE GALLERY

   127 Church Street, Hardwick Town House. 472-8800. www.nekarts.org. Open during events; on Sundays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; and by appointment.

MISSISQUOIVALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

   Historical SocietyMuseum,Main Street,P.O. Box 237, North Troy05859. Open until Labor Day, Sundays from 1 to 3 p.m., or by appointment.

NEWPORT NATURAL FOODS GALLERY

   194 Main Street, Newport. 334-2626.

NORTHEAST KINGDOM ARTISANS’ GUILD BACKROOM GALLERY

   430 Railroad Street, St. Johnsbury. 748-0158. Open Monday through Saturday, 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 10th Anniversary Celebration: “Birds of a Feather” exhibited through October 3; gala reception on Saturday, September 8, from 3 to 5 p.m.; 10% off storewide sale September 1 to 8.

OLDSTONEHOUSEMUSEUM

   The people’s history museum of Orleans County. 109 Old Stone House Road, Brownington. 754-2022. Website: www.oldstonehousemuseum.org. Open Wednesday through Sunday, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Museum is open until October 14. Offices and gift shop remain open year-round.

P.J.HAMMONDARTGALLERY

   3802 Lake Road, Newport Center. Mrs. Hammond continues to paint both in acrylics and watercolors — flowers, landscapes, and also more non-objective work. Call 334-2685 to be sure not to miss the artist.

QUIMBY GALLERY

   Lyndon State College, HarveyAcademicCenter. Open weekdays, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Handicapped accessible. Free and open to the public. For more information, call Anne Brown at 626-6357.

ROUTE 58 SHOP & GALLERY

   Located on 267 VT Route 58, 0.2 miles east (heading toward Irasburg) of the intersection of Routes 58 and 100 in Lowell. Hours: Wednesday through Sunday, 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., or by appointment. 27 artists displaying pottery, ceramics, jewelry, photography cards, toys, paintings, quilts, decorated and functional furniture, tinware, and more. For more information, call 744-6244 or e-mail theroute58shop@aol.com.

TAMARACK GALLERY

   Located in the large yellow carriage barn on East Craftsbury Road in East Craftsbury. Open until September 2, Saturdays and Sundays, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and by appointment. 40+ artists showing. For further information, call 586-8078 or 525-3041.

WHITEWATERGALLERY & AUTOMUSEUM

   East Hardwick (formerly the meat lockers by the bridge). Open Sundays, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, call 563-2037.

WOODEN HORSEARTSGUILDARTGALLERY

   The Wooden Horse Arts Guild has a mini gallery at the Buon Amici Restaurant on Railroad Street in North Troy, open Wednesday through Sunday, from 5 to 9 p.m.

REGISTRATION REQUESTED & TIME LIMITED ONGOING EVENTS

DIABETES PREVENTION WALKATHON AT NCH

   A Diabetes Prevention Walkathon will be held Sunday, September 16, at 1 p.m., at North CountryHospital in Newport. Form a team or walk on your own, raise pledges or make a contribution yourself — all to help diabetes education and programs. Free pedometer and T-shirt for all walkers. Entertainment and food. Prizes for team with most miles, team that raises the most money, and individual who raises the most money, best team name, best team outfit (“Yellow Brick Road–Wizard of Oz” theme). Register at www.nchsi.org. For more information, call the hospital at 334-4186.

PRE-REGISTER FOR HUNTER SAFETY COURSE IN GLOVER

   Glover Recreation Committee (GREC) will be offering a hunter safety course at GloverTown Hall.  Due to limited space, pre-registration is required and will take place Monday, September 10, from 6 to 9 p.m., downstairs at the town hall. Class curriculum and further details will be given at this registration. A suggested donation of $5 can be made to GREC. For more information, call 754-2128 or 525-1288.

UCA BENEFIT GOLF TOURNAMENT

   On Sunday, September 9, at 1 p.m., at JayPeak resort, UnitedChristianAcademy will hold its first benefit golf tournament. A $75 entry fee will include 18 holes, cart, and lunch. For more information and registration form, call Sue at 274-0740 or 766-5017.

TERRY & BENCLAASSENNEKLAKES CENTURY BIKE TOUR

   The tenth annual Terry and Ben Claassen Memorial Northeast Kingdom Lakes Century Bike Tour will be held September 15 starting at Crystal Lake State Park any time between 7 and 10 a.m. Riders choose 25, 50, 75, or 100-mile loops on paved roads past lakes and ponds in the Northeast Kingdom. Cost is $50 and free T-shirt if pre-registered by September 10; $60 thereafter. To benefit Orleans County Citizen Advocacy. For more information, call Joan at 525-6212 or visit www.interlog.com/~jedward/century.html.

NORTHEASTKINGDOM GREAT RACE

   The Great Race is coming to Vermont! Are you and four buddies up for a day of physically and mentally challenging fun competing for fabulous prizes, including a grand prize of $1,000? If so, mark your calendar for Saturday, September 22 for the Northeast Kingdom Great Race and put your team together today. All proceeds benefit the Northeast Kingdom Skating Club. For more information, call Krystal at 525-4576 or Bridgett at 467-3909.

NEWPORTWELLNESSCENTER FALL CLASSES

   TheWellnessCenter in Newport is accepting pre-registration for its fall classes in health, fitness and well-being, winter driving skills, stop smoking sessions, support groups, art classes, and more. For more information, call 334-5566 or visit www.nchsi.org/wellnesscenter.asp.

ADULT CO-ED VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE LOOKING FOR PLAYERS

   The Newport Recreation Department is looking for teams and individuals to play in its adult co-ed volleyball league. The season begins on Monday, September 10, at 6 p.m., at North CountryUnionHigh School. The Rec Department will take up to 16 teams and each team must have two females on the court at all times. For those interested or seeking more information, call Reg Shafe from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 334-6345.

BOTTLE DRIVE TO HELP NCH DIALYSIS PATIENTS

   A local bottle drive is in progress to help North CountryHospital dialysis patients. Bring your returnables to Gardner Park in Newport from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Buzzy’s Redemption will also accept returnables for the dialysis fund any time.

ADULT EDUCATION SERVICES IN BARTON

   Study for your GED, take the official GED tests, learn basic reading, writing, and/or math skills, get tutoring for Community College of Vermont classes, study for your Driver’s Permit test, improve your English as a Second Language skill, or learn how to use the computer at Central Orleans Family Education Center on Kinsey Road in Barton, next to the Barton Clinic. For more information, call Northeast Kingdom Learning Services at 525-4062.

NEED HELP TO SPAY OR NEUTER YOUR DOG OR CAT?

   If you need financial assistance to spay or neuter your pet, call the Northeast Kingdom Spay-Neuter Program at 754-2309. Help make our community a place where all dogs and cats live in loving homes.