Programs
We are a learning and cultural center of the community. We offer hundreds of free programs each year for all ages. Everyone can attend, you don’t need to have a library card. 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 across the world!
Featured 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.

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.

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!
All Events and Programs
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Fiber Night
Fiber Night
Calling all fiber art enthusiasts! Bring your knitting, crocheting, weaving, or any other fiber project to the library for a relaxing evening of creativity and connection. Gather around with fellow...
4 events,
Language Lounge: French
Language Lounge: 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...
Basement Teen Center
Basement Teen Center
Enjoy games, art and craft supplies, computers, and FOOD! Come participate, or just hang out with friends, meet new friends, and grab a snack. The Basement Teen Center is a drop-in...
3 events,
Basement Teen Center
Basement Teen Center
Enjoy games, art and craft supplies, computers, and FOOD! Come participate, or just hang out with friends, meet new friends, and grab a snack. The Basement Teen Center is a drop-in...
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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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3 events,
Sip and Paint (By Numbers) for Adults
Sip and Paint (By Numbers) for Adults
Unwind with a mocktail and a paintbrush at this laid-back, creative evening at the library! We'll be using adult paint-by-number kits, so no experience is needed. Just drop in when...
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Language Lounge: French
Language Lounge: 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...
3 events,
Basement Teen Center
Basement Teen Center
Enjoy games, art and craft supplies, computers, and FOOD! Come participate, or just hang out with friends, meet new friends, and grab a snack. The Basement Teen Center is a drop-in...
1 event,
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...
0 events,
2 events,
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2 events,
3 events,
Basement Teen Center
Basement Teen Center
Enjoy games, art and craft supplies, computers, and FOOD! Come participate, or just hang out with friends, meet new friends, and grab a snack. The Basement Teen Center is a drop-in...
3 events,
Basement Teen Center
Basement Teen Center
Enjoy games, art and craft supplies, computers, and FOOD! Come participate, or just hang out with friends, meet new friends, and grab a snack. The Basement Teen Center is a drop-in...
2 events,
Strawberry Social and Summer Reading Kickoff!
Strawberry Social and Summer Reading Kickoff!
Kick off the season with us at the KHL Strawberry Social - a sweet start to summer filled with fun for all ages! Enjoy live music and a special dance...
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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Adult Board Game Night & Kid Board Game Night
Adult Board Game Night & Kid Board Game Night
Join us for a fun and relaxed Board Game Night at the library on April 30, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM! Kids games will be up in the Children's...
4 events,
Language Lounge: French
Language Lounge: 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...
Basement Teen Center
Basement Teen Center
Enjoy games, art and craft supplies, computers, and FOOD! Come participate, or just hang out with friends, meet new friends, and grab a snack. The Basement Teen Center is a drop-in...
3 events,
Basement Teen Center
Basement Teen Center
Enjoy games, art and craft supplies, computers, and FOOD! Come participate, or just hang out with friends, meet new friends, and grab a snack. The Basement Teen Center is a drop-in...
1 event,
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...
0 events,
2 events,
Can I book a program at the Library?
Yes! If you would like the Library to sponsor and coordinate your program, you can reach out to the Adult or Youth Librarians in charge of programs. Library sponsored programs are limited and book months in advance, but you can also use our meeting rooms and offer your own program.