Tenney Memorial Library, Newbury VT: The 4th Thursday Film Series featuring Freedom and Unity: The Vermont Movie continues on Thursday, April 23 at 6:30 pm. This six-part documentary explores the history and contemporary culture of our state; all segments are stand-alone 80-minute films.

Part 4, "Doers and Shapers" explores the people and institutions that push boundaries. Starting with education, we journey through the philosophy of John Dewey, leading to the hands-on style of Goddard College, the Putney School, and the inseparable connection between education and democracy. We explore other progressive movements: Vermont’s famous Billboard law and Act 250, cultural movements such as Bread and Puppet Theater, and finally Vermont’s groundbreaking civil union law. Democracy at work— differing voices, different points of view. Newbury is featured in this segment.

Rick and Emmy Hausman will lead a discussion after the movie. The 4th Thursday Film Series at Tenney is free; all are welcome and refreshments will follow.

Feb 2, 2025, 5 to 7:55 PM

Feb 4, 2025, 7:30 to 8:15 AM

Feb 8, 2025, 12:30 to 2 PM