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Jeudevine Memorial Library Programs
Wednesday 10 am: Preschool Storytime We won't have storytime until next spring again. Poets, Storytellers & Musicians: Share Your Talents, Friday, Nov. 19 at 7 PM
Lighten up the dark days of November by sharing your poetry, a story or a song at the second Jeudevine Open Stage. It will be held on Friday, November 19 at 7 PM at the Memorial Building in Hardwick across the street from the library. Those who want to perform will sign-up when they arrive. Each person will get ten minutes. There will be light refreshments. This is sponsored by the Jeudevine Memorial Library. For more information call the library at 472-5948. Dr. James Naismith, the creator of basketball, visits Hardwick on Tuesday, Nov. 30 at 7 PM at the Memorial Building! AHA! James Naismith, Creator of Basketball is a living history performance from the Vermont Humanities Council sponsored by the Friends of the Jeudevine Library. Dr. Naismith has influenced millions worldwide, but few recognize his name. Despite humble and tragic beginnings, he became a minister, professor, and physician. The uncommon common man's ingenuity and humanitarianism are amazing and inspirational. Meet Dr. Naismith in Robert Cheney's energetic and engaging performance; hear his life story - its creativity, character building, "muscular Christianity," and the arts all interwoven, including the story of how, at Springfield College in Springfield, Massachusetts, he invented basketball. Robert Cheney becomes Naismith. He grew up near Springfield, Massachusetts and graduated from Oberlin (where he is now in the Athletic Hall of Fame). After receiving M.A.s in both psychology and history, he taught both subjects. He works extensively with students on community service projects. Author of Basketball's Origins, he has performed "Dr. Naismith Live" at the Halls of Fame in the United States and Canada, Springfield College, the World Scholar-Athlete Games, and many Vermont venues. So, come and meet Dr. Naismith in November. There will be refreshments and conversation after the performance. |
