JANUARY 2026 NEWSLETTER
In This Issue:
Library Updates
Adult Programs
Youth Programs
Featured Artist
Month-at-a-Glance Calendar
Library Hours
Library Updates
All programs are held at the library and are open to all, unless otherwise noted.
The library still has curbside pick-up available for anyone that would like to use it. Just email rawsonlibrary@drml.org to let us know you would like to use this service. You can also call 802-899-4962.
The library will be closed Thursday, 1st January.
Expansion update!
We have gotten some really exciting designs for an expanded space from Weimann Lamphere Architects. We will share them with you all soon, but first we have to talk to our landlords. Did you know that we lease the land the library is on from MMUUSD? Yup! After we get their okay on the designs we’ll plan some community meetings so we can get your feedback on the future of your library space.
Keep up to date with the process on our Expansion webpage
ADULT PROGRAMS
Seated Tai-Chi
Mondays 12, 19, 26 and Wednesdays 7, 14, 21, 28 from 10:00 – 10:55 AM
In this program you will learn the form of Sun Style Tai Chi in its seated version. This Fall Prevention joint safe activity over time can help reduce symptoms for people with Parkinson’s, fibromyalgia, diabetes, lower back pain, arthritis and depression while you are seated in a chair. Centers for Disease Control and Injury Prevention (CDC) report this program reduces falls by 55% and recurrent falls by 70%. This program is for adults. 50+.
Email instructor Jo Osborne
joannosborne2@gmail.com to register.
French Conversation Chez Henry
Tuesdays, January 6th, 20th, 27th from 7 to 8 p.m.
All levels of French speakers, as well as the French curious, are welcome to this informal conversation group.
Sewing and Quilting Group
Wednesdays, January 7th & 21st from 2 to 4:30 p.m.
Volunteer Mary Stephenson hosts this twice-monthly gathering of people who sew and/or quilt. Bring a project you’re working on. Sewing machines are welcome. For more information, email marystephenson6@gmail.com
Legislative Update
Thursday, January 8th, from 6 to 7 p.m.
Your local representatives Edye Graning and Trevor Squirrel will be here to provide a legislative update and answer your questions. Please feel free to join us and meet with your representatives.
Mah-Jongg
Thursday, January 8th, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Come join the fun of our monthly Mah-Jongg games. All levels are welcome. Bring a Mah-Jongg set, if you have one. The library has two sets.
ReConnect Parenting Group
Tuesday, January 13th, 6:30 to 7.30 p.m.
Please join fellow MMUUSD parents and caregivers as we share ideas about how to navigate the digital world with our children. This month we’ll discuss “Talking with Family and Friends about Kids and the Internet.” All are welcome!
Deborah Rawson Book Lovers (DRBL)
Reader’s Choice Year in Review
Tuesday, January 13th, from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
This month the group will discuss their favorite books from 2025..
Mystery Book Group
Wednesday, January 14th at 7 p.m.
The Mystery Book Group will read “Thin Ice” by Paige Shelton at 7 PM at the library.
Visit or call (802-899-4962) the library to reserve your copy.
Deborah Rawson Memorial Library Annual Meeting
Thursday, January 15th, at 7 p.m.
The library’s annual meeting will be held Thursday, January 15th at 7PM. The proposed budget for 2026-2027 will be voted on at this time. All registered voters of Jericho and Underhill are encouraged to attend. Copies of the proposed budget are available at the library and on the library’s website under the Trustee page. To join this meeting by Zoom please email Holly drawsonmemlib@gmail.com
Crafters’ Group
Thursdays, January 22nd & 29th, from 6 to 8 p.m.
Bring a craft you’re working on, and join the camaraderie and conversation.
YOUTH PROGRAMS
Community Story Time [birth to PreK] Tuesdays at 10:30am
Join other community members and their little ones for an early literacy focused story time full of songs, rhymes, stories.
Stories and Songs with Beth and David London [birth to PreK] Fridays at 11am (except 1/2)
Come see why Beth and David make Friday the best day of the week at DRML. We hope you can join us for an hour of preschool stories, songs, dance and more!
Perler Beads – Tuesday, January 6th from 3 to 4 p.m. [ages 6+] Registration Required
Make a pixel perfect creation using melty Perler Beads!
Animation Club – Thursdays, January 8th & 22nd from 3 to 5 p.m. [ages 8+] Registration Required
Claymation, LEGO stop motion, and flip books, oh my! Animators of every level welcomed. Come make short stop motion movies with us!
This program is very popular! To get on the sign up opportunity list email youth_librarian@drml.org
Kids Chess Club – Fridays January 9th & 23rd from 3 to 4:30 p.m. [ages 6+] Registration Required
Whether you’re deep into it, or deeply curious, you’re welcome to join us for Chess Club and play the world’s greatest game of strategy! All skill levels are welcome.
Minecraft Social – Thursday January 15th from 3 to 4:30 p.m. [ages 8+] Registration required
Meet other kids who play Minecraft and build a whole new world. Connect over library wi-fi and play Minecraft, or play our copy of Minecraft Dungeons.
While the library has a few devices to borrow, it is best if you can bring or drop off your own device.
LEGO Club – Fridays, January 16 & 30th from 3 to 4 p.m. [ages 6+] Registration required
Use your hour of free build time to create anything you can imagine, and then put it on display in the kid’s room for all to see.
Robots! – Tuesday, January 20th from 3 to 4 p.m. [ages 8+]
We got a Sphero Bolt and a Sphero RVR robot, plus the play mats to take them through missions. Join us to take turns controlling the bot and learning a bit of coding along the way.
A huge thanks to The Friends of the Library for purchasing these items for us.
Magic the Gathering Club – Tuesday, January 27th from 4:30 to 6 p.m. [ages 8+]
Bring your own deck and come play MtG. Our parent volunteers have some decks for use if you don’t have your own. Players of all experience levels are welcome.
Read to Wyatt – Wednesday, January 28th from 3 to 4:30 p.m. [all ages]
Get some dog time in with the goodest good boy. Wyatt doesn’t care if you’re just learning to read, or an old pro, he just loves your company. Groups of up to 5 get 15 minutes with him. Please check in at the front desk to get your time.
FEATURED ARTIST
Our artist for the months of January and February is Mary Hill.
A Vermont artist who grew up in Shelburne and now resides near Mt. Mansfield, Mary loves color, patterns and textile design. “Color has always been a part of my work. Even when I think I am painting with muted colors, the outcome is vibrant and colorful. I used to feel embarrassed, about the bold colors I chose, like my art was too childlike. “Art should be more realistic”, I would think, but realism was never my strength or my interest. Color is my primary interest, the subject is always secondary. A golden yellow blob near a dark green background with a speck of blue floating nearby, YES!
Be sure to stop by to enjoy the work!
Hours
Tuesday & Thursday: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Wednesday & Friday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Sunday: 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. (September through May)
Monday: Closed
