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Jan 06, 2025 - Feb 02, 2025 | Compete on your own schedule.
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Vermont History Trivia Online 2025

Join VHS for virtual Vermont History trivia in January. 4 weeks of asynchronous trivia rounds which allow for players to compete on their own time, utilizing the Kahoot platform.
Jan 12, 2025 | 12:00PM-1:00PM
130 Park Ave Irasburg, Vt. 05845

Ira Allen talk and signing at the Leach Public Library in Irasburg

Join J. Kevin Graffagnino at the Leach Public Library in Irasburg, Vermont on Sunday, January 12th, 2025 as he discusses his latest book, Ira Allen: A Biography. 
Jan 17, 2025 | 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
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Vermont History Day Teacher Workshop

In affiliation with National History Day, this inquiry-based educational program encourages students to develop their research and critical thinking skills through the study of history. Elevate student voices through this unique, project-based opportunity! 
Jan 21, 2025 | 12:00 pm
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Virtual Roundtable: Exhibits- Themes & Storytelling

Join the Vermont Historical Society and our League of Local Historical Societies & Museums (LLHSM) for online lunchtime discussions this Winter.
Feb 03, 2025 | 6:00PM
135 Main Street Montpelier, VT 05602

Ira Allen talk and signing at Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier

Join J. Kevin Graffagnino at the Kellogg-Hubbard Library in Montpelier, Vermont on Monday, February 3rd, 2025 as he discusses his latest book, Ira Allen: A Biography. 
Feb 12, 2025 | 6:00PM
3084 Main St, Cabot, VT 05647

Ira Allen talk and signing at the Cabot Public Library

Join J. Kevin Graffagnino at the Cabot Public Library in Cabot, Vermont on Wednesday, February 12th, 2025 as he discusses his latest book, Ira Allen: A Biography. 
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