Events!

Opportunities for Young People and Families

"Unearth a Story: Summer Reading Program Youth Event. Rocks and Minerals with Ken Carlsen! August 12, 2026 at 1pm at the Bennington Free Library at 101 Silver Street, Bennington, VT. Presented by the Bennington Free Library and the McCullough Library. Ages 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult." This graphic is comprised of black, pink, and blue text on a white and green background. The Unearth a Story logo is in the top left hand corner, while the logos for the two libraries and the Bank of Bennington are at the bottom left. There are two images of gemstones next to the text.
"Unearth a Story Summer Reading Program Youth Event. Dig into the past with us at Bennington Museum! Discover how archaeology helps us understand the past. Learn about Shay's settlement, an 18th century community in southern Vermont, was abandoned and then rediscovered 200 years later. Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 1om at the Bennington Museum at 75 Main Street, Bennington"
"Unearth a Story Summer Reading Wrap-Up Party. Join us for this community event to dcelebrate young readers on their accomplishments in the Bennington Free Library and McCullough Library's Summer Reading Program. Featuring music by Zak and Sarah, frozen reats, prize basket drawings, most minutes award. All attendees under 18 can select a free book to keep! Saturday, August 22, 2026 at 5pm on the Park-McCullough House Lawn at One Park Street, North Bennington, VT. In case of rain, we will move into the Carriage Barn at PMH." This graphic is comprised of a white background with green, orange, and black text. There is an image of the Zak and Sarah band to the left with basic information about the program including the date, time, and location, as welll as the phrase "Moosic 4 kids and kids at heart". The logos for the two libraries and the Bank of Bennington are below.

Opportunities for Adults

"Unearth a Story Bingo for people ages 19 to one hundred and nineteen! Gamify you reading, explore library resources, and earn prizes! June 2nd through September 1st. Click here for a printable bingo card or stop by the library to pick one up!"
Yarncrafting Club. Every Tuesday 12:00 PM- 4:00 PM on the library’s first floor. Spend an afternoon with fellow stitchers. Bring your own supplies or help yourself to the library’s stash of yarn, knitting needles, and crochet hooks. All are welcome!
Need a place to meet, study, or work? The Laura Nowak Memorial Meeting Room is the perfect place for quiet work and small meetings. Located on the library's second floor, it features comfortable seating, moveable tables, natural light, and free access to high-speed WiFi. Individuals and groups of six or fewer who wish to reserve this space should call the library at 802.447.7121, or email McCulloughLibraryClerk@gmail.com, or stop by the adult services desk. When not reserved, the space is open to all. This space is not available when the library is closed.
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