The Whiting Library is happy to introduce a community coffee and tea hour to help connect others to the library and their greater community called Penny University. Much like the salons and cafe societies in history, come to enjoy a cup of coffee or tea and a conversation with your neighbors. Come Friday, February 10 and Friday, February 24 from 4:30 p.m. until the library closes at 6 p.m. Coffee (and yes, decaf too!) and tea will be provided by donation. To reduce waste, patrons are encouraged to bring their own mugs but one will be provided to you if you don’t bring your own.

Want to come sign up to be on the schedule of community speakers and organizations for future Penny Universities? Artists, farmers, crafters, makers, community organizations and public officials are welcome to share their knowledge and skills. All programming must be educational and informational in nature with no soliciting. Contact Library Director, Pamela Johnson-Spurlock, to see when you can schedule a date to share your interests and organization.