Groton Free Public Library

Groton Free Public Library Public Library in Groton, Vermont Everyone is welcome!

Did you know that besides a fabulous collection of books for adults, teens, and children, we have....

*Wireless Internet free in and around the library
*Special programs (FREE!) for all ages
* Free access to Listen Up! Vermont audio and ebooks
*Interlibrary loan from all public, school, and college libraries in Vermont
*Community Meeting Room available for functions
*Trustees' meeting at 6:30 PM on the second Thursday of the month.

PLAY EVERY TOWN: 252 Community Concerts for a Cooler ClimateSaturday May 30th,3pm at the Groton United Methodist Church...
05/30/2026

PLAY EVERY TOWN: 252 Community Concerts for a Cooler Climate
Saturday May 30th,
3pm at the Groton United Methodist Church

In 2022 composer-pianist David Feurzeig embarked on Play Every Town: 252 free concerts in each of Vermont’s 252 towns to confront climate change through the power of community and music. Groton native Leah Gagnon will join David for Poulenc’s Flute Sonata. Mozart’s quirky Gigue K.574 was written in 1789, the year Groton was chartered, while Beethoven’s Sonata in G major op. 49 no. 2 was composed the year of the first Town Meeting. Music by Schumann will mark the year the hosting Methodist Church was built, with music by Satie from the year of its remodel, and more Satie from 1895, when the Groton Free Library was established. R.M. Stults’ “Old Sentinel March” honors Groton’s most famous resident, William Scott, the “Sleeping Sentinel” of Vermont’s 3 rd Regiment.

Finally, this concert will include a special outdoor segment with David playing the world’s only granite calliope, built from a single local stone by Groton resident John Gordon. There will be a small reception with refreshments following the concert.

This program is free, but donations will be accepted for Re-Treasured Community Closet to support climate and community resiliency in Groton.

PLAY EVERY TOWN: 252 Community Concerts for a Cooler ClimateFeaturing pianist David Feurzeig with Leah Gagnon, flute and...
05/28/2026

PLAY EVERY TOWN: 252 Community Concerts for a Cooler Climate
Featuring pianist David Feurzeig with Leah Gagnon, flute and John Gordon’s Granite Calliope
Saturday May 30th, 3pm at the Groton United Methodist Church

This program is free, but donations will be accepted for Re-Treasured Community Closet to support climate and community resiliency in Groton.

In 2022 composer-pianist David Feurzeig embarked on Play Every Town: 252 free concerts in each of Vermont’s 252 towns to confront climate change through the power of community and music. Groton native Leah Gagnon will join David for Poulenc’s Flute Sonata. Mozart’s quirky Gigue K.574 was written in 1789, the year Groton was chartered, while Beethoven’s Sonata in G major op. 49 no. 2 was composed the year of the first Town Meeting. Music by Schumann will mark the year the hosting Methodist Church was built, with music by Satie from the year of its remodel, and more Satie from 1895, when the Groton Free Library was established. R.M. Stults’ “Old Sentinel March” honors Groton’s most famous resident, William Scott, the “Sleeping Sentinel” of Vermont’s 3 rd Regiment.

Finally, this concert will include a special outdoor segment with David playing the world’s only granite calliope, built from a single local stone by Groton resident John Gordon. There will be a small reception with refreshments following the concert.

Drop In Blood Pressure Screening Thursday May 28th, 1-3pm Nearly half of U.S. adults have high blood pressure and many d...
05/27/2026

Drop In Blood Pressure Screening
Thursday May 28th, 1-3pm
Nearly half of U.S. adults have high blood pressure and many don’t even know they have it. Stop by this FREE drop clinic to have your blood pressure checked by a visiting nurse from Little Rivers Healthcare.

This program will be held at the at NEK Broadband Groton Connectivity Hub, adjacent to the Library.

Little Rivers is not medically responsible. This service is limited to blood pressure checks only. If readings seem outside of normal range, individuals should contact their primary care provider.

We are excited to share that work on the Library building is about to begin! To accommodate the installation of our new ...
05/23/2026

We are excited to share that work on the Library building is about to begin! To accommodate the installation of our new HVAC System , the Library's Loft will be unavailable from May 27th - June 6th.

Tai Chi will be held at the Groton Community Building on:
Weds. May 27th
Weds. June 3rd
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The Groton Free Public Library (GFPL) was awarded $522,043 for critical building upgrades that will improve access to library resources and to vital high-speed internet for work, education and health monitoring.

Funding for this grant comes from the U.S. Department of the Treasury through the American Rescue Plan (ARPA) and administered by the Vermont Department of Libraries.

This one-time, substantial grant will address critical building improvements, including:
-Replacement of the aging roof
-Installation of an energy efficient heating and cooling system that will improve air quality and ventilation
-The installation of a generator
-Replacement of windows and other necessary repairs
-Upgrading the second floor restroom to make it ADA compliant
-The creation of a three-season space on the existing front porch

PLAY EVERY TOWN: 252 Community Concerts for a Cooler ClimateFeaturing pianist David Feurzeig with Leah Gagnon, flute and...
05/22/2026

PLAY EVERY TOWN: 252 Community Concerts for a Cooler Climate
Featuring pianist David Feurzeig with Leah Gagnon, flute and John Gordon’s Granite Calliope
Saturday May 30th, 3pm at the Groton United Methodist Church Groton VT UMC

In 2022 composer-pianist David Feurzeig embarked on Play Every Town: 252 free concerts in each of Vermont’s 252 towns to confront climate change through the power of community and music. Groton native Leah Gagnon will join David for Poulenc’s Flute Sonata. Mozart’s quirky Gigue K.574 was written in 1789, the year Groton was chartered, while Beethoven’s Sonata in G major op. 49 no. 2 was composed the year of the first Town Meeting. Music by Schumann will mark the year the hosting Methodist Church was built, with music by Satie from the year of its remodel, and more Satie from 1895, when the Groton Free Library was established. R.M. Stults’ “Old Sentinel March” honors Groton’s most famous resident, William Scott, the “Sleeping Sentinel” of Vermont’s 3 rd Regiment.

Finally, this concert will include a special outdoor segment with David playing the world’s only granite calliope, built from a single local stone by Groton resident John Gordon. There will be a small reception with refreshments following the concert.

Social Services at the Groton LibraryMeet with staff of area service agencies to access support and services right in Gr...
05/21/2026

Social Services at the Groton Library
Meet with staff of area service agencies to access support and services right in Groton.

These programs will take place at NEK Broadband Groton Connectivity Hub

Department for Children & Families – Economic Services Division Office Hours:
Thursday May 21st
Meet with an ESD Eligibility Specialist in person! Division staff will be available to help you with questions about your case, applying for benefits and completing or updating your application. Get information about 3SquaresVT, ReachUP/PSE, Fuel Assistance, and the Essential Persons Program. No appointment necessary.

Drop In Blood Pressure Screening
Thursday May 28th
Nearly half of U.S. adults have high blood pressure and many don’t even know they have it. Stop by this FREE drop clinic to have your blood pressure checked by a visiting nurse from Little Rivers Healthcare. Little Rivers is not medically responsible. This service is limited to blood pressure checks only. If readings seem outside of normal range, individuals should contact their primary care provider.

Vermont Department of Labor Office Hours
Thursday June 4th
Shelley from the Vermont Department of Labor visits us monthly to assist patrons who are seeking jobs, and also employers seeking employees. Shelley also offers assistance with filing unemployment benefits and other paperwork.
Northeast Kingdom Community Action Office Hours

Thursday June 11th
Rena from Northeast Kingdom Community Action visits the Groton Library every month. Rena can share information about and help you with: housing, rental assistance, economic services applications, referrals to other programs.

Thursday June 11th
Mary - Catherine will be on site from Efficiency Vermont to talk with community members about programs available to help reduce the cost of utility bills.

Hello readers!Due to the BMU Spring Concert, this evening's Book Club is being rescheduled for next week, May 20th. See ...
05/13/2026

Hello readers!
Due to the BMU Spring Concert, this evening's Book Club is being rescheduled for next week, May 20th.

See you then!

Tuesday May 12: The All Recovery Meeting will be meeting virtually by Zoom. This Recovery Meeting welcomes all who stru...
05/12/2026

Tuesday May 12: The All Recovery Meeting will be meeting virtually by Zoom.

This Recovery Meeting welcomes all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction, and/or who support the recovery lifestyle. This program is hosted by Kingdom Recovery Center, and is led by recovery coach Avery Staats.

Please contact Avery for the link, or with any questions: 802-473-9005

Spring Birding Workshop with Audubon Vermont Friday May 15th, 5:30-6:30Participants will learn tips for identifying bir...
05/12/2026

Spring Birding Workshop with Audubon Vermont
Friday May 15th, 5:30-6:30
Participants will learn tips for identifying birds, explore birding-related tools, get suggestions for local places to look for birds, and have the opportunity to ask bird questions to an Audubon naturalist.

Attend at this program in person at the Library where we will broadcast this virtual program OR join from the comfort of your home and attend remotely by registering here: https://www.mobilize.us/audubon-vt/event/928095/

Social Services at the Groton LibraryMeet with staff of area service agencies to access support and services right in Gr...
05/07/2026

Social Services at the Groton Library
Meet with staff of area service agencies to access support and services right in Groton.

These programs will take place at NEK Broadband Groton Connectivity Hub.

Vermont Department of Labor Office Hours Department of Labor
Thursday May 7th, 11am-1pm
Shelley from the Vermont Department of Labor visits us monthly to assist patrons who are seeking jobs, and also employers seeking employees. Shelley also offers assistance with filing unemployment benefits and other paperwork.

Northeast Kingdom Community Action Office Hours
Thursday May 14th 11am-1pm
Rena from Northeast Kingdom Community Action visits the Groton Library every month. Rena can share information about and help you with: housing, rental assistance, economic services applications, referrals to other programs.

Department for Children & Families – Economic Services Division Office Hours:
Thursday May 21st, 12-3:30pm
Meet with an ESD Eligibility Specialist in person! Division staff will be available to help you with questions about your case, applying for benefits and completing or updating your application. Get information about 3SquaresVT, ReachUP/PSE, Fuel Assistance, and the Essential Persons Program. No appointment necessary.

Drop In Blood Pressure Screening
Thursday May 28th, 1-3pm
Nearly half of U.S. adults have high blood pressure and many don’t even know they have it. Stop by this FREE drop clinic to have your blood pressure checked by a visiting nurse from Little Rivers Healthcare. Little Rivers is not medically responsible. This service is limited to blood pressure checks only. If readings seem outside of normal range, individuals should contact their primary care provider.

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1304 Scott Highway
Groton, VT
05046

Opening Hours

Wednesday 11am - 4pm
Thursday 11am - 4pm
Friday 2:30pm - 7pm
Saturday 9:30am - 12pm

Telephone

+18025843358

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