QW Libraries’ Doors Open

Our doors are wide open. Hours are a bit shorter, masks,contact tracing and social distancing practices are required. and we continue to offer the alternative pick-up bin service. However, following updated safety protocols, we invite you in to browse, read the newspaper, use the computers and enjoy your libraries. Our programs will be changing from Zoom to hybrid and in-person gatherings.
For hybrid program information, click here. COVID Guidelines

Hours

Quechee
MWF 10-5
TuTh 2-7
Sat 10-1

Wilder
Tu 10-1 | Th 2-5
F 2-6
Sat 10-1

Historical Fiction Discussion, Tuesday, May 11, 4 pm

God’s Kingdom by Frank Howard Mosher will be the book for the next historical fiction discussion. Facilitated by Jim and Meg Schmidt, the series delves into the historical background and the novelist’s craft of a new title each month. The Quechee Library Historical Fiction Group meets via Zoom and in-person for a hybrid discussion of God’s Kingdom by Vermont’s own Howard Frank Mosher. Led by Meg and Jim Schmidt, the discussion of the novel, an intertwining family saga that confronts historical racism in the beautiful Northeast Kingdom, open to all. Email info@quecheelibrary.org to receive the link or reserve a socially-distanced spot downstairs.. Copies are available for borrowing.

Sci Fi Discussion, Monday, May 24 at 6 pm

Nick Clemens facilitates a monthly Science Fiction book series. Next date is Monday, May 24 at 6 pm for a discussion of A Wrinkle in Time. Copies are available for borrowing. The group will meet outside, weather permitting, at the Quechee Library. If cold or wet, masked and socially distanced inside. Email info@quecheelibrary for details to join this discussion about a beloved classic.

Mystery Monday Discussion, June 7, 4 pm

Generally meeting the first Monday of the month at 4 pm, this lively discussion group will discuss books by William Tapply, Email info@quecheelibrary.org to receive the Zoom link for conversation about the mystery writing fisherman who more than once visited our library for author readings of his delightful series.

Meetings

The Quechee Library Trustees next meet Monday, May 10 at 5 p.m. The board meets on the second Monday of each month at this time. This month the board will meet virtually. Open to the public, the meeting can be attended by emailing info@quecheelibrary.org for the link.

The Wilder Board of Trustees meets generally on the first Wednesday of each month at 5 p.m. The Friends of Q/W Libraries generally meet on the second Wednesday of the month at 11 am.

Needleworkers Unite—One way or another.

The weekly gatherings of needleworkers at the Quechee Library will now take a hiatus due to the need for social distancing during the coronavirus outbreak. Stay well, keep making textiles and look forward to resuming these evenings in person as soon as it is safe. Meanwhile, the needleworkers will have a chance to gather together through Zoom. Email info@quecheelibrary.org so we can provide access.

At 6:30 p.m. needleworkers get together Tuesday evenings at the Quechee Library to talk and share interests, skills and advice. Knitters, cross-stitchers, rug hookers, and all who love textiles are welcome.

Bugbee Book Discussion, Friday, May 7th, 1pm

Join a book discussion group led by librarian Marieke Sperry usually on the first Friday of the month at 1pm. We will be discussing My Sunshine Away by M.O. Walsh through Zoom. Please call the Bugbee Center or the Quechee Library to get your link that day!

Call 295-1232 or email marieke@quecheelibrary.org if you would like a copy. All are welcome!

Upper Valley Co-op for Library Service

The Quechee/ Wilder Libraries will deliver your book requests to the pickup box located in the café area. Email info@quecheelibrary.org for such requests. You can return books 24 hours a day 7 days a week using the drop box outside the Co-op entrance, or at either library. Membership applications available at the pick-up box</br>The Upper Valley Food Co-op and the Quechee Library are pleased to be working together to help you find the information you need and bring services directly to you in WRJ.