Calendar of Events and Programs
Book Club
If you have an interest in leading a Book Club please contact the Library Director so this can be arranged.
Book Choices
Suggested model: Everyone suggests two books one month, and then everyone votes for their top choices the following month. Book choices may be categorized as winter books for October through May, and summer books for June through September. If your book is chosen, you may be the designated facilitator for that book’s discussion.
- Do choose books which you have read or seriously looked through to gauge length and ease.
- Do mix genres. A steady diet of one thing can be dull, dull, dull. Try interspersing fiction—current and classic—with nonfiction: poetry, history, or biography.
- Do choose books which have been out for at least a year, so they will be readily available.
- Choose books which are less dense in page number and easier to complete. For nonfiction especially, consider shorter books.
- Diversify interests. Reading a book someone “just loves” can lead to hurt feelings—like inviting people into your home to critique your decor. Ouch. Best to stay on neutral territory.
Guidelines
Vose Library book club participants may determine the frequency and duration of its meetings. Typically one hour is sufficient and can be arranged with the Library Director.
The person who suggested the book becomes the discussion facilitator.
- The facilitator’s job is to help keep the discussion going and on track (short presentations are welcome but not necessary.
- We take turns going around the room, allowing each member to talk about his or her experience reading the book.
- A one-minute or less blurb from each person before general discussion is requested.
- Members who haven’t read the book, please come anyway. Not everyone can finish every book, but non-readers may still have valuable insights.
- Come to have fun and engage in the process of shared exploration.
Silent Book Club
First Meeting:
Tuesday, October 7, 2025
@ 6:00 PM
We're launching a brand new Silent Book Club, and you’re invited to our very first gathering—held in honor of Banned Books Week!
Bonus for our first event: All attendees will receive a free audiobook from our friends at Libro.fm —just for showing up and supporting the joy of reading.
How it Works:
→ B.Y.O. Book – Bring whatever you're currently reading (or pick up a new read at the library!)
→ No Assigned Readings – No prep, no pressure
→ All Book Formats Welcome – Print, eBooks, audiobooks, graphic novels—you name it!
→ One Hour of Silent Reading – Enjoy dedicated, uninterrupted reading time
→ Socialize After (or Keep Reading!) – Chat about books… or not. You decide.
→ Free & Open to All – Everyone is welcome, and there’s no cost to participate
Whether you’re escaping into fiction, exploring nonfiction, or catching up on your favorite series, Silent Book Club is your time to relax and read—your way.
P.S. Kids are welcome too! We’ll have books, LEGOs, and coloring available to keep them happily entertained while you read.
Have questions? Reach out to us!
Soup & Suspense
First Meeting:
Saturday, October 25, 2025
12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Join us for a cozy afternoon of comfort food and crime fiction at Vose Library’s Soup & Suspense event!
Schedule of Events:
12:00 – 1:00 PM: Soup Social – Warm up with a delicious selection of homemade soups and good company before the main event.1:00 – 2:00 PM: Author Talk – Maine author Jody Rich will share the inspiration and story behind her novel.
2:00 – 2:30 PM: Q&A Session – Ask questions, dive deeper into the writing process, and chat with the author.
2:30 – 3:00 PM: Book Sales – Copies of Jody’s book will be available for purchase and signing.
About the Book:
When four women in their sixties decide they've had enough of Maine’s winter, they escape to sunny Saint Martin. Sisters Vidalia and Olive Ahern are on the hunt for new soup recipes for their hometown restaurant—but when a performer dies mid-act, their vacation takes a suspicious turn.As the group stirs together facts, speculation, and a healthy dose of humor, they find themselves in the thick of a mystery… and maybe in a bit of trouble with the local authorities.
About the Author:
Jody Rich writes with heart, humor, and a love of life’s small absurdities. A seasoned traveler, performer, and storyteller, Jody draws from real-life characters and experiences to craft fiction full of warmth and wit. Her work has appeared in the Portland Press Herald and Central Maine Today. She lives in Waterville, Maine, with her wife Rosemary and their cat, Lexus.This event is free and open to all. Come for the soup, stay for the story!
Trunk or Treat
Friday, October 31
5:00 PM
Vose Library Parking Lot
Get ready for a spooky, family-friendly Halloween evening at Vose Library! Our annual Trunk or Treat event is back—and we need your help to make it magical for the whole community.
🎃 Host a Trunk
We’re looking for volunteers to decorate their trunks and hand out candy. It’s fun, easy, and a great way to get into the Halloween spirit!RSVP for your trunk spot by calling or emailing the library.
🍬 Donate Candy
Want to contribute without hosting a trunk? We’re accepting candy donations now! Drop off your donations anytime during open hours—we’ll use them to make sure every child goes home with a treat (or two!).👻 Attend & Enjoy
Bring the family on Halloween night at 5:00 PM for a safe, festive evening of costumes, candy, and community fun.Story Time
Tuesday, October 28th
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Story time is back! Join us at Vose Library.
We’ll have some excellent tales, crafty activities, and a fun filled afternoon.
