Upcoming Programs at the Jaquith Library

All events are free and at the Old Schoolhouse Common at 122 School St. in Marshfield unless noted otherwise. For info: 426-3581 

Friday, March 22, at 7 p.m. Do You Want to Save Money on Fuel? Learn about weatherization savings and techniques and the Marshfield and Plainfield weatherization program. The program has a limited number of $100 home energy audits for homeowners in both towns. Attendees at this discussion will have the opportunity to sign up for the program and win a FREE audit by a professional. Refreshments will be served.  Sponsored by the Marshfield and Plainfield Energy Committee.

Wednesday, March 27 at 7 p.m. Workshop on Solar Net Metering for Single or Group Systems. A chance to learn about different financing models and to meet other people interested in group net metering solar systems. Please pre-register at 426-3100. Sponsored by Marshfield Energy Committee and the Jaquith Library.

Thursday, March 28 at 7 p.m. Spur of the Moment Film Series. (2011), droll French comedy written, directed and acted by physical comedians Dominique Abel, Fiona Gordon, and Bruno Romy. “Effervescent, delirious and delightful…thoroughly recommended!” –Andrew O”Hehir, Salon.com. For the title of the movie, go to our website at: www.marshfield.lib.vt.us or call the library: 426-3581.

Wednesday, April 3 at 7 p.m. Classic Film Night with Tom Blachly and Rick Winston. (1950), directed by J.B. Priestly, and starring Alex Guinness, Kay Walsh, and Beatrice Campbell. George Bird (Guinness) leads a drab life as a salesman until he is told he has only one month to live. Withdrawing his meager savings, he decides to spend his remaining days in a posh seaside resort, where he suddenly comes in contact with a world he has never known. For the title of the movie, go to our website at: www.marshfield.lib.vt.us or call the library: 426-3581.

Friday, April 5 at 7 p.m. Game Night: Drag the board games and cards out of your closet and come on down to the Jaquith Library for a fun night of playing games.

Sunday, April 7 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Herbal Workshop with Angie Barger. Continue learning about herbology with Angie.  This is the second workshop Angie has taught at the Jaquith and will be jam packed with interesting information and hands-on experiences.

Wednesday, April 10 at 7 p.m. A New Beginning:  Education in a Sustainable Future. Join David Maynard, Waldorf Teacher and environmentalist,  for a talk that takes a look at the dynamics of energy and resource use and how they shape our world. We are at a cross-roads in time, and our choices as humans will greatly affect our children's lives. Can education ensure a bright future for generations to come?

Friday, April 12 at 7 p.m. Spur of the Moment Film Series Presents: (2012), directed by Benh Zeitlin and starring Levy Easterly, Dwight Henry, and the amazing 6 year old academy award nominee, Quvenzhane Wallis.

Wednesday, April 17, at 6:45 p.m. Song Circle: Community Sing-A-Long with Rich and Laura Atkinson. Everyone has a great time singing with Rich and Laura. Singers of all ages and abilities are welcome and song books are provided.

Friday, April 19 at 6 p.m. Art and Author Night. Join us for an art opening of Lark Upson’s work followed by a reading with author Gayle Hanson at 7 p.m. Refreshments will be served.

Wednesday, April 24 at 7 p.m. Bicycle Maintenance with Anne Miller and Friends. Tune-up your bike for Spring. Gas prices are going up! Get out your bike and get it ready to go with Anne Miller and special guests