Baxter Memorial Library

06/09/2026

Baxter Memorial Library invites the community to a special program on safely coexisting with black bears on Sunday, June 14, from 4:00–5:00 p.m.

Vermont Coverts Cooperators Kevin Gish and Mary Stoddard will share information about black bear habits and habitats, along with practical strategies for preventing human-bear conflicts. Topics will include proper food storage, securing compost, protecting chickens, and responding safely to bear encounters. Participants will also learn how to address existing bear-related problems and reduce the likelihood of future conflicts.

This free program is open to all. For more information, contact the library at [email protected] or call 802-763-2875.

06/04/2026

Baxter Memorial Library Trustee Meeting
June 8, 2026, 6pm

AGENDA

1. Approve Minutes from May 2026
2. Review and Sign Warrants
3. Review Financials
4. Librarian’s Report and Updates
5. Public Comment
6. New Business:
Plant, Book & Bake Sale debrief
Rest Stop Bake Sale - July 4
7. Old Business:
Tabletop replacement or refinishing

The Trustees of Baxter Memorial generally meet on the second Monday of each month at 6:00 PM. The next meeting will be held at the library on Monday, July 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM. Trustees meetings are open, and the public is welcome to attend, either in person or over Zoom. To participate via Zoom, click on the link below. Please email [email protected] with any questions.

Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 822 0294 5473
Passcode: 383552

05/21/2026

05/21/2026

Our Plant, Book & Bake Sale is scheduled for May 30!

Starting Thursday, May 21, the library will begin accepting book donations. Please bring in your books 𝗱𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀: Monday through Wednesday from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM, Thursday from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and Saturday from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. (Please note that we'll be closed on Memorial Day.)

For more information regarding book donations, please visit the "Help Your Library" page at https://sharonvtlibrary.com/help-your-library/

We are also seeking donations of baked goods, houseplants, and seedlings, which we can begin accepting next week.

If you have any questions about the sale, please email us at [email protected] or call 802-763-2875.

05/19/2026

🏠 𝗧𝗢𝗗𝗔𝗬! 𝗔𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝗲𝗻𝗮 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗸𝗶𝗲
Tuesday, May 19, 6:00-7:00pm

Dena Wilkie, Sharon’s Community Health Care Coordinator and owner of Home and Able, is a passionate advocate and supporter of Aging in Place. Dena’s experience as an Occupational Therapist, and her additional training in Aging in Place and Home Modifications make her the ideal person to support your aging in place journey.

Dena will be giving a talk on home modifications you can implement to reduce your fall risk and to plan ahead for Aging in Place. She encourages open conversation and engagement during her power point presentation. Additional information about Dena and Home and Able can be found at https://homeandablevt.com/

05/14/2026

🏠 𝗔𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝗲𝗻𝗮 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗸𝗶𝗲
Tuesday, May 19, 6:00-7:00pm

Dena Wilkie, Sharon’s Community Health Care Coordinator and owner of Home and Able, is a passionate advocate and supporter of Aging in Place. Dena’s experience as an Occupational Therapist, and her additional training in Aging in Place and Home Modifications make her the ideal person to support your aging in place journey.

Dena will be giving a talk on home modifications you can implement to reduce your fall risk and to plan ahead for Aging in Place. She encourages open conversation and engagement during her power point presentation. Additional information about Dena and Home and Able can be found at https://homeandablevt.com/

05/08/2026

Forgot to pre-order? We might have extra! Swing by between 4:30 and 6:30pm and pick up a quart of chili and 2 pieces of cornbread for $20. Your support allows us to provide books, community programs, and resources for all ages. Thank you!

05/07/2026

Baxter Memorial Library Trustee Meeting
May 11, 2026, 6pm

AGENDA

1. Approve Minutes from April 2026
2. Review and Sign Warrants
3. Review Financials
4. Librarian’s Report and Updates
5. Public Comment
6. New Business:
Chili fundraiser debrief
7. Old Business:
Plant, Book & Bake Sale planning
Library galleries
Tabletop replacement or refinishing

The Trustees of Baxter Memorial generally meet on the second Monday of each month at 6:00 PM. The next meeting will be held at the library on Monday, May 11, 2026 at 6:00 PM. Trustees meetings are open, and the public is welcome to attend, either in person or over Zoom. To participate via Zoom, click on the link below. Please email [email protected] with any questions.

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/2871346450?pwd=NLSSoZExob05OTZDkrx2XK4g1U8xnX.1&omn=85490721606

Meeting ID: 287 134 6450
Passcode: LIBRARY

05/04/2026

Love libraries? What about a nice bowl of homemade chili?

Just in case you hadn't heard, the library is holding a take-out Chili Night fundraiser this Friday, May 8, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., but the deadline for pre-ordering is 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆!

Get one quart of homemade beef, poultry, or vegetarian chili, served with two pieces of cornbread, for $20.

To place an order, email [email protected] with your preferred chili type and the number of quarts desired. You can also call the library at (802)763-2875.

Payment may be made at pickup by cash, check, or credit card. Credit card payments will include a $3 processing fee.

And if you'd like to whip up a batch of chili or bake a pan of cornbread for us, please contact Marian at [email protected].

“Next to jazz music, there is nothing that lifts the spirit and strengthens the soul more than a good bowl of chili.” — Harry James, trumpeter and band leader

04/23/2026

Baxter Memorial Library Trustee Meeting
April 27, 2026, 6pm

AGENDA

1. Approve Minutes from March 2026
2. Review and Sign Warrants
3. Review Financials
Deb Jones to discuss financial reports, investment accounts,
& budgeting
4. Librarian’s Report and Updates
5. Public Comment
6. New Business:
Set date for next meeting
7. Old Business:
Chili fundraiser
Plant, Book & Bake Sale planning
TSA Middle School visit
Library galleries

The Trustees of Baxter Memorial generally meet on the fourth Monday of each month at 6:00 PM. Trustees meetings are open, and the public is welcome to attend, either in person or over Zoom. To participate via Zoom, click on the link below. Please email [email protected] with any questions.

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/2871346450?pwd=NLSSoZExob05OTZDkrx2XK4g1U8xnX.1&omn=87892875629

Meeting ID: 287 134 6450
Passcode: LIBRARY

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