On April 9, 2025
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Fifteen 5-year-olds graduate from Imagination Library Program at Rutland Free Library in celebratory event

Submitted 15 young readers celebrated their graduation from the Imagination Library Program at Rutland Free Library.

With caps on their heads and diplomas in hand, 15 young readers celebrated a significant milestone at the Rutland Free Library as they officially “graduated” from the Dolly Parton Imagination Library (DPIL) program.

Held during the library’s 2nd annual DPIL Graduation Ceremony, the event recognized the accomplishments of 5-year-olds who have completed the program. The program mails free, age-appropriate books each month to children from birth until their fifth birthday. As they age out of the program, graduates are encouraged to continue their reading journeys by getting their own library cards.

Families gathered to mark the occasion, cheering on their little graduates as they flipped tassels on handmade mortar boards. The event included coloring activities, refreshments, goody bags, and photo ops with DPIL Committee member Jennifer Bagley, who presided over the ceremony in full academic regalia.

Children living in Rutland City, Rutland Town, Ira, Mendon, and Tinmouth are eligible to enroll in the DPIL and receive free books delivered directly to their homes. 

For more information on this event, visit: rutlandfree.org/imagine. Families in other towns can check availability at imaginationlibrary.com.

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