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The Kellogg-Hubbard Library is a community hub for lifelong learning. We are a free non-profit public library serving the central Vermont towns of Berlin, Calais, East Montpelier, Middlesex, Montpelier, and Worcester.
We offer free access to nearly 70,000 books, movies, audiobooks, and more, plus a range of online resources. Our friendly staff is happy to help you find what you’re looking for.
Everyone is welcome in our building! Come stay awhile, pull up a comfortable chair, and enjoy a book. We offer public computers and printing, restrooms, and free wi-fi access. You can also contact us to schedule free Notary Public services. Our Children’s Library is a great place for a playdate or after school activities. We also offer spaces for work and for community groups to hold meetings and events.
We are a learning and cultural center of the community. We offer hundreds of free programs each year for all ages. We host authors and historians, storytimes and craft activities, arts and musical events, and much more. We are especially proud of PoemCity, our annual celebration of National Poetry Month, and our StoryWalk® program, which has spread the joy of reading to children across the world!
FAQs
How do I get a library card?
You need a Library Card to borrow materials and to use digital services like Libby, Flipster, and Kanopy.
You can get a free Library Card if you:
- Live or pay property taxes in one of our supporting towns (Berlin, Calais, East Montpelier, Middlesex, Montpelier or Worcester)
- Teach or go to a public school in one of our member towns, including VABE (Vermont Adult Basic Education) and CCV (community college of Vermont – Montpelier).
What digital resources can I access via the library?
We offer an array of digital resources, ranging from e-books and audiobooks to streaming video, popular magazines, online classes, and more. Click here to learn more.
How can I support the library?
Thank you! Supporting the Kellogg-Hubbard Library is a great way to support your community. Each gift of time or financial resources helps us to provide free and equal access to materials, resources, programs, and a welcoming space for all community members to enjoy.
Here are some ways to give:
- Make a financial contribution: Unlike many other libraries, KHL is a 501c3 non-profit, which means 50% of our funding comes from the generosity of donors like you.
- Volunteer: The library is always on the lookout for helping hands. We have many opportunities for volunteers to pitch in including shelving and processing materials, helping with outreach, and in our year-round book sale.
How do I contact a librarian?
We are here to help! Use our contact form to send us a message or call us at 802-223-3338.
Popular Programs
Art at the Library
The Library contains a small permanent art and sculpture collection, and hosts regular monthly exhibits by local artists in the Kitzmiller Fiction room and the Children’s Library.
StoryWalk®
Combine reading and the great outdoors with StoryWalk®! StoryWalk promotes early literacy, physical activity, and time together in nature. It’s a fun and educational family activity that you can bring to your community!
PoemCity
PoemCity is our annual celebration of National Poetry Month each April. PoemCity displays poems by Vermonters in storefront windows in downtown Montpelier and organizes a community calendar of poetry events for the month.
Recent News
Our elevator remains out of order after damage in the July 2023 flooding. If you cannot access the building, please contact us to discuss how we can help.
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We’re thrilled to announce that the new streaming service biblio+ is now available for free with unlimited access to our library patrons!
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This Week at Kellogg-Hubbard Library
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Week of Events
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Language Lunch: German
Language Lunch: German
Bei diesen spontanen Treffen haben Sie die Möglichkeit, Ihre Konversationsfähigkeiten aufzufrischen. Alle Niveaus sind willkommen. Bringen Sie gerne ein Lunchpaket und ein Wörterbuch mit. These drop-in meetings give you the...
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Fuse Beads Club
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Storytime
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Language Lunch: Italian
Language Lunch: Italian
Questi incontri drop-in ti danno la possibilità di rispolverare le tue capacità di conversazione. Tutti i livelli sono i benvenuti. Sentiti libero di portare un pranzo al sacco e un...
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Read with Shadow
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Language Lunch: Spanish
Language Lunch: Spanish
Estas reuniones sin cita previa le brindan la oportunidad de mejorar sus habilidades de conversación. Todos los niveles son bienvenidos. No dudes en traer una bolsa de almuerzo y un...
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Chess Club
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Technology One-on-one
Technology One-on-one
Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday evening. Call or email [email protected] the library to sign up for a 20-minute session. No question too big or too small.
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Storytime
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Language Lunch: French
Language Lunch: French
Ces réunions sans rendez-vous vous donnent l'occasion de perfectionner vos compétences conversationnelles. Tous les niveaux sont les bienvenus. N'hésitez pas à apporter un sac repas et un dictionnaire. These drop-in...
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Pokemon Club
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Berlin Community Preschool Storytime
Berlin Community Preschool Storytime
Berlin youth and their caregivers are invited to Storytime at Berlin Elementary!
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Language Lunch: English
Language Lunch: English
These drop-in meetings give you the chance to brush up your conversational skills. All levels are welcome. Feel free to bring a bag lunch and a dictionary.
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Berlin Community Preschool Storytime
Berlin Community Preschool Storytime
Berlin youth and their caregivers are invited to Storytime at Berlin Elementary!
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Write Now!
Write Now!
Having trouble finding time to write? Join us this Saturday (and every Saturday) for an hour of writing! It’s our experience that writing in the company of other authors can...
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Tamil Storytime and Craft
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Meet Teddy the therapy dog
Meet Teddy the therapy dog
You will learn about their duties, see some tricks (he can read), and maybe he will sit and listen to you read a short story!
About the Library
Our mission is to empower community members to become lifelong learners by providing easy access to materials, online resources, programs and a welcoming place.
Our vision is to be a resilient, inclusive and innovative library that continually learns and adapts to meet the changing needs of our community.
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Berlin
Calais
East Montpelier
Middlesex
Montpelier
Worcester