Join Timber Wright on Tuesday, October 6 at 6 PM for a presentation on how sewing has been used as a medium for protest art from the late 1800s to today. During the talk, you are invited to make your own patch to sew onto whatever piece of clothing you want! (Bring a shirt with you!)

Timber will talk about quilts from across the Americas (DC/Atlanta/San Fransico with the Names Project AIDS Memorial quilt, Canada, Chile, the BLM movement, and most recently, Minnesota), and also a bit about the history of underappreciation for fiber arts and "women's crafts," despite the technical difficulty. Timber will also talk about endangered crafts and what you can do within your own communities to both keep these traditions alive and connect with others to pass the skills on.

Timber is a librarian from the area with a passion for people's history and textile preservation. She is excited to share her personal experiences with fiber arts, the importance of intergenerational relationships, and some lesser-known uses for fiber arts: the art of protest!

She earned her BA in history with a minor in anthropology and archaeology. She recently completed her MLIS with a focus in archival management, spending significant time learning about textile preservation in both programs.

Forester and writer Ethan Tapper will come to Hardwick on Wednesday, October 7, at 7 PM to celebrate the publication of his new book, The Forest Year. In it, Tapper documents a year living on and with his Bear Island forest, reflecting on stewardship, community, and what it means to be rooted in place.

The library and the Galaxy Bookshop are co-hosting this event. If you plan to buy a copy of the book, please contact the Galaxy to pre-order to ensure they have enough on hand!

This event will be held in the Parker Ladd Community Room at the Jeudevine and is free and open to the public. 

Join the quilting group, which meets twice a month at the Jeudevine Memorial Library’s Parker Ladd Community Room, for a special presentation by quilter Linda Ramrath on Wednesday, October 14, at 3 PM. Ramrath’s program features her journey as a quilter and the stories stitched into her work. She shares her “red velvet sofa” experience, her relationship with her grandmother and her sewing machine, and how breaking quilting rules has led to joy, creativity, and unexpected connections. Her quilts honor the past with fresh eyes, and each one holds surprises.

Linda Ramrath is a quilter, author, and public speaker whose work blends storytelling, craftsmanship, and creative exploration. Inspired by her grandmother, she began sewing garments in her youth and discovered quilting in 1990, launching a lifelong journey rooted in curiosity and community. With a background in Mechanical Engineering from Northeastern University, Linda brings a distinctive balance of precision and artistic expression to her quilts. Over time, she transitioned from traditional quilting to art quilting, finding particular joy in free-motion quilting, mixed media, and narrative-driven work that invites viewers to look closely and discover unexpected details.

EVERYTHING YOU WANT TO KNOW ABOUT MEDICAL AID IN DYING

Vermont’s Patient Choice at End of Life Law 

Join the Jeudevine Memorial Library and Jen Carlo of Patient Choices Vermont on Wednesday, October 14, at 6 PM for an educational evening about Medical Aid in Dying (MAID) and end-of-life choices in Vermont. Vermont’s Patient Choice at End of Life Law, Act 39, enables people who are terminally ill and capable of making their own decisions to request and access medication (MAID) that they can use to bring about a peaceful death if they so choose. Carlo will explain how MAID works, what Vermont law requires and how to talk with your doctor and other medical personnel about your wishes. This program will be positive, life-affirming, and offer a chance for conversation. Please come ready to learn, ask questions, and share stories. 

The Briar Club Book Discussion

Heartsaver CPR/AED and Stop the Bleed Hardwick

Saturday, October 24, 9 AM to 1 PM

Hardwick Emergency Rescue Squad Inc. continues its mission to make the towns they serve heart-safe through education, accessible emergency response, and integrated systems! Tickets include CPR certification for all ages and Stop the Bleed training. The Jeudevine can accommodate up to 18 people for this training. Learn how to care for someone, maybe even someone you love, in an emergency. Attendees will receive a Heartsaver for K-12 Schools CPR/AED certification. 

Tyler Molleur, RN, NRP, a clinical assistant professor in UVM's Department of Nursing, will teach the course. Tyler joined Hardwick Rescue in 2011 and serves as the squad's training officer. Assisting instructors include Huck Leigh, EMT, and Reva Gill, EMT; both joined Hardwick Rescue in 2025 and attend UVM. You must register HERE. There is a $20 charge for this training and certificate.