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Games Group for School Aged Kids
We’ve got a wide variety of games to choose from including classic board games, card games, Wii games, and more. Games are an essential component of the library. Information presented in new formats, that encourage critical thinking and problem solving, and games that encourage social interaction among peers are just a few of the reasons...
Summer Reading Challenge Kick Off Party!
Get ready for a mouthwatering adventure with the Youth Library and sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge! Summer break often brings the risk of 'summer slide,' where academic progress can decline. However, joining our Summer Reading Challenge offers a solution. It's more than just a fun activity—it's a vital tool to prevent learning loss...
Playgroup for Wee Littles (0-5) & Caregivers
Whiting Library is home to a weekly playgroup for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is a free, fun and relaxed gathering where little kids play while their grown ups supervise and socialize. No need to pre-register, simply drop in to the library...
The Nature Museum Summer Unplugged Series
Did you know that the North American beaver is one of the largest rodents in the world and an “architect”? These tree-chewing creatures are truly incredible and can be found all throughout New England. From their powerful jaws to the rooms in their homes, beavers have amazing adaptations that we are excited to explore! Observe...
Story Hour
Story Hour is geared for preschoolers but all ages are encouraged to join in the fun! Enjoy stories, music, crafts, and new book previews from the Library. Story Hour is for approximately 30-60 minutes long depending on the kids’ attention level. Look for this group in the Community Room downstairs or we may be outside...
Games Group for School Aged Kids
We’ve got a wide variety of games to choose from including classic board games, card games, Wii games, and more. Games are an essential component of the library. Information presented in new formats, that encourage critical thinking and problem solving, and games that encourage social interaction among peers are just a few of the reasons...
Playgroup for Wee Littles (0-5) & Caregivers
Whiting Library is home to a weekly playgroup for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is a free, fun and relaxed gathering where little kids play while their grown ups supervise and socialize. No need to pre-register, simply drop in to the library...
Table Top Role Play Game Club
Join us for epic adventures and strategic battles with Tabletop Role-Playing Games TTRP! Games may include Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, and more! Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, there's a place for you at this table. Come meet new friends, embark on exciting quests, and dive into the world of...
Story Hour
Story Hour is geared for preschoolers but all ages are encouraged to join in the fun! Enjoy stories, music, crafts, and new book previews from the Library. Story Hour is for approximately 30-60 minutes long depending on the kids’ attention level. Look for this group in the Community Room downstairs or we may be outside...
The Nature Museum Summer Unplugged Series
World of Owls–What’s All the Hoot About? Owls are magnificent predators that we often think of as hooting birds of the night. But there's more to owls than their distinctive calls and nocturnal activity. Come discover which owls call New England home, how they hunt, and why these birds are such amazing creatures. Hear a...
Whiting Library is Closed
Whiting Library is closed in observance of Independence Day.
Playgroup for Wee Littles (0-5) & Caregivers
Whiting Library is home to a weekly playgroup for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is a free, fun and relaxed gathering where little kids play while their grown ups supervise and socialize. No need to pre-register, simply drop in to the library...
Table Top Role Play (TTRP) Games Group
Join us for epic adventures and strategic battles with Tabletop Role-Playing Games TTRP! Games may include Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, and more! Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, there's a place for you at this table. Come meet new friends, embark on exciting quests, and dive into the world of...
The Nature Museum Summer Unplugged Series
Who is Swimming in the Water? Should fur get wet? Can a fish live both in the ocean and in a river? What’s a macroinvertebrate? There’s more in our rivers, streams, and ponds than just fish! Join us to learn about the Connecticut River and its tributaries that are home to fish, amphibians, insects, otters,...
Book Discussion: Bel Canto by Ann Pratchett
Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United StatesIf you want to participate in the book club, please contact the library at director@WhitingLibrary.org or call 802-875-2277 to reserve a copy. Happy reading!
Board Game Cafe
Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United StatesEnjoy an evening of exciting board games and family bonding. Choose from a variety of games and have some fun! Join us the second Wednesday of the month in the Community Room for games and refreshments.
Table Top Role Play Games (TTRP) Group
Join us for epic adventures and strategic battles with Tabletop Role-Playing Games TTRP! Games may include Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, and more! Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, there's a place for you at this table. Come meet new friends, embark on exciting quests, and dive into the world of...
Story Hour
Story Hour is geared for preschoolers but all ages are encouraged to join in the fun! Enjoy stories, music, crafts, and new book previews from the Library. Story Hour is for approximately 30-60 minutes long depending on the kids’ attention level. Look for this group in the Community Room downstairs or we may be outside...
The Nature Museum Summer Unplugged Series
Who’s Eating What at Nature’s Dinner Table? Carnivore, herbivore, omnivore, detritivore. These are the names that scientists use to describe different kinds of eaters in the natural world. What does a fox eat? How about a deer? What about a skunk? What kind of eater is a human? Come learn about the many different kinds...
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Tye Dye and Bubbles Party
🌈 Get ready for a kaleidoscope of color and bubbly fun at our Tie-Dye and Bubbles Party! 🌈 Join Carrie on Saturday, July 20th for a creative extravaganza where you can unleash your inner artist! Carrie will provide a limited number of cloth drawstring bags and t-shirts in sizes 2T to 4T for kids to...
Playgroup for Wee Littles (0-5) & Caregivers
Whiting Library is home to a weekly playgroup for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is a free, fun and relaxed gathering where little kids play while their grown ups supervise and socialize. No need to pre-register, simply drop in to the library...
Stories and Free Books with author/illustrator John Steven Gurney
Andover Town HallChildren’s Literacy Foundation (CLiF) presenter John Steven Gurney visits the Andover Town Hall for a storytelling event and free book giveaway. Each child in attendance selects two brand new books to take home. CLiF’s Summer Readers grant supports summer programs across Vermont and New Hampshire to keep children reading during the school vacation. John Steven...
Table Top Role Play (TTRP) Games Group
Join us for epic adventures and strategic battles with Tabletop Role-Playing Games TTRP! Games may include Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, and more! Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, there's a place for you at this table. Come meet new friends, embark on exciting quests, and dive into the world of...
Story Hour
Story Hour is geared for preschoolers but all ages are encouraged to join in the fun! Enjoy stories, music, crafts, and new book previews from the Library. Story Hour is for approximately 30-60 minutes long depending on the kids’ attention level. Look for this group in the Community Room downstairs or we may be outside...
The Nature Museum Summer Unplugged Series
Fuzzy Backs & Nutty Snacks Gray squirrels, red squirrels, and chipmunks are exciting to see throughout our seasons here in New England. While these bushy rodents have much in common with each other, what makes them different and special? Come get paws-on with some fuzzy biofacts, be ready to engage in a game, and get...
Playgroup for Wee Littles (0-5) & Caregivers
Whiting Library is home to a weekly playgroup for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is a free, fun and relaxed gathering where little kids play while their grown ups supervise and socialize. No need to pre-register, simply drop in to the library...
Table Top Role Play (TTRP) Games Group
Join us for epic adventures and strategic battles with Tabletop Role-Playing Games TTRP! Games may include Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, and more! Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, there's a place for you at this table. Come meet new friends, embark on exciting quests, and dive into the world of...
Story Hour
Story Hour is geared for preschoolers but all ages are encouraged to join in the fun! Enjoy stories, music, crafts, and new book previews from the Library. Story Hour is for approximately 30-60 minutes long depending on the kids’ attention level. Look for this group in the Community Room downstairs or we may be outside...
The Nature Museum Summer Unplugged Series
Diurnal Days & Nocturnal Nights No matter if the sun is shining or the moon has risen, activities go on in our local wilderness! From bats to birds to mammals to bugs, creatures all have ways of managing the night. Explore how animals survive and thrive in the darkness, and prepare to let your own...
Adult Crafternoon
Unleash the artist within! Join us for crafting and fun. Grab a friend, sit back, and have a good time. We will provide refreshments, craft materials, coloring books, and colored pencils; you bring the conversation. Our current co-learning project is quilling. We have a variety of tools and papers for practice. If you want, bring...
Play Group for Wee Littles (0-5) and their Caregivers
Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United StatesWhiting Library is home to a weekly playgroup for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is a free, fun and relaxed gathering where little kids play while their grown ups supervise and socialize. No need to pre-register, simply drop in to the library...
Table Top Role Play (TTRP) Games Group
Join us for epic adventures and strategic battles with Tabletop Role-Playing Games TTRP! Games may include Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, and more! Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, there's a place for you at this table. Come meet new friends, embark on exciting quests, and dive into the world of...
The Nature Museum Summer Unplugged Series
Fairy Houses Building Calling all Fairies, Elves & Imps! Fire up your imaginations by creating your own Fairy Village. We inspire students by teaching them some building basics, showing them some inspiring examples and reading a fairy story. Then, students take to the outdoors to create fairy houses, parks, gardens, or whatever they're inspired to...
Adult Crafternoon
Unleash the artist within! Join us for crafting and fun. Grab a friend, sit back, and have a good time. We will provide refreshments, craft materials, coloring books, and colored pencils; you bring the conversation. Our current co-learning project is quilling. We have a variety of tools and papers for practice. If you want, bring...
Last Day to Log Minutes and Reading Challenge Accomplishments
Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United StatesDear Summer Readers and Their Grown Ups, As I prepare for our exciting Summer Reading Awards Party on 8/17/24, I kindly ask all participants to turn in their summer reading challenge accomplishments and the final tally of hours they have read by August 10. This will help us ensure that everyone’s hard work is recognized...
Playgroup for Wee Littles (0-5) & Caregivers
Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United StatesWhiting Library is home to a weekly playgroup for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is a free, fun and relaxed gathering where little kids play while their grown ups supervise and socialize. No need to pre-register, simply drop in to the library...
Table Top Role Play (TTRP) Games Group
Join us for epic adventures and strategic battles with Tabletop Role-Playing Games TTRP! Games may include Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, and more! Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, there's a place for you at this table. Come meet new friends, embark on exciting quests, and dive into the world of...
Book Discussion: Dog Walks into a Nursing Home by Sue Halpern
Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United StatesIf you want to participate in the book club, please contact the library at director@WhitingLibrary.org or call 802-875-2277 to reserve a copy. Since the book features a therapy dog, our meeting on August 14 will include a special therapy dog guest! Happy reading!
Board Game Cafe
Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United StatesEnjoy an evening of exciting board games and family bonding. Choose from a variety of games and have some fun! Join us the second Wednesday of the month in the Community Room for games and refreshments.
Adult Crafternoon
Unleash the artist within! Join us for crafting and fun. Grab a friend, sit back, and have a good time. We will provide refreshments, craft materials, coloring books, and colored pencils; you bring the conversation. Our current co-learning project is quilling. We have a variety of tools and papers for practice. If you want, bring...
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Summer Reading Awards Party: Celebrate Summer Readers at the Youth Library!
Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United StatesThis event will honor the amazing kids who took on the summer reading challenge! Join Carrie in celebrating their dedication, hard work, and love for reading. Each young reader will be recognized for their efforts and receive special awards. Let’s give them a round of applause and some fabulous recognition for their commitment to reading...
Playgroup for Wee Littles (0-5) & Caregivers
Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United StatesWhiting Library is home to a weekly playgroup for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is a free, fun and relaxed gathering where little kids play while their grown ups supervise and socialize. No need to pre-register, simply drop in to the library...
Table Top Role Play (TTRP) Games Group
Join us for epic adventures and strategic battles with Tabletop Role-Playing Games TTRP! Games may include Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, and more! Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, there's a place for you at this table. Come meet new friends, embark on exciting quests, and dive into the world of...
Silent Book Club
Wish you had more time to read? Looking for some book lovers to hang out with? Bring whatever book you are currently reading and join us in the Suzy Forlie Room to get cozy, Come to meet new people and leave with new book recommendations! For Adults and Teens 16+ Typical Schedule: 5:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. |...
Page to Screen Film Series: WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING
Join us to watch and chat about a feature movie based on a book. Reading the book is not a requirement. Free popcorn will be served. Kya is a young woman who raised herself in the North Carolina marshlands after being abandoned there by her mother when she was a little girl. She feels...
Adult Crafternoon
Unleash the artist within! Join us for crafting and fun. Grab a friend, sit back, and have a good time. We will provide refreshments, craft materials, coloring books, and colored pencils; you bring the conversation. Our current co-learning project is quilling. We have a variety of tools and papers for practice. If you want, bring...
Games Group for School Aged Kids
We’ve got a wide variety of games to choose from including classic board games, card games, Wii games, and more. Games are an essential component of the library. Information presented in new formats, that encourage critical thinking and problem solving, and games that encourage social interaction among peers are just a few of the reasons...
Playgroup for Wee Littles (0-5) & Caregivers
Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United StatesWhiting Library is home to a weekly playgroup for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is a free, fun and relaxed gathering where little kids play while their grown ups supervise and socialize. No need to pre-register, simply drop in to the library...
Table Top Role Play (TTRP) Games Group
Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United StatesJoin us for epic adventures and strategic battles with Tabletop Role-Playing Games TTRP! Games may include Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, and more! Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, there's a place for you at this table. Come meet new friends, embark on exciting quests, and dive into the world of...
Adult Crafternoon
Unleash the artist within! Join us for crafting and fun. Grab a friend, sit back, and have a good time. We will provide refreshments, craft materials, coloring books, and colored pencils; you bring the conversation. Our current co-learning project is quilling. We have a variety of tools and papers for practice. If you want, bring...
Whiting Library is Closed
Whiting Library is closed in observance of Labor Day.
Story Hour
Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United StatesStory Hour is geared for preschoolers but all ages are encouraged to join in the fun! Enjoy stories, music, crafts, and new book previews from the Library. Story Hour is for approximately 30-60 minutes long depending on the kids’ attention level. Look for this group in the Community Room downstairs or we may be outside...
Adult Crafternoon
Unleash the artist within! Join us for crafting and fun. Grab a friend, sit back, and have a good time. We will provide refreshments, craft materials, coloring books, and colored pencils; you bring the conversation. Our current co-learning project is quilling. We have a variety of tools and papers for practice. If you want, bring...
Games Group for Elementary-aged Kids
Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United StatesWe’ve got a wide variety of games to choose from including classic board games, card games, Wii games, and more. Games are an essential component of the library. Information presented in new formats, that encourage critical thinking and problem solving, and games that encourage social interaction among peers are just a few of the reasons...
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Cook the Book Club: Ethiopia: Recipes and Traditions from the Horn of Africa by Yohanis Gebreyesus
All are welcome at this cookbook gathering for people who love books, cooking, planning meals, and sharing good food with friends. Participants cook a recipe using our current cookbook (see below) and bring a sample and a copy of the recipe to the group for discussion. At the meeting, participants will sample each other's dishes...
Play Group for the Wee Littles (0-5)
Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United StatesWhiting Library is home to a weekly playgroup for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is a free, fun and relaxed gathering where little kids play while their grown ups supervise and socialize. No need to pre-register, simply drop in to the library...
Table Top Role Play (TTRP) Games Group
Join us for epic adventures and strategic battles with Tabletop Role-Playing Games TTRP! Games may include Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, and more! Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, there's a place for you at this table. Come meet new friends, embark on exciting quests, and dive into the world of...
Story Hour
Story Hour is geared for preschoolers but all ages are encouraged to join in the fun! Enjoy stories, music, crafts, and new book previews from the Library. Story Hour is for approximately 30-60 minutes long depending on the kids’ attention level. Look for this group in the Community Room downstairs or we may be outside...
Adult Book Discussion: Demon Copperhead
If you want to participate in the book club, please contact the library at director@WhitingLibrary.org or call 802-875-2277 to reserve a copy.
Adult Crafternoon
Unleash the artist within! Join us for crafting and fun. Grab a friend, sit back, and have a good time. We will provide refreshments, craft materials, coloring books, and colored pencils; you bring the conversation. Our current co-learning project is quilling. We have a variety of tools and papers for practice. If you want, bring...
Games Group for Elementary Aged Kids
Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United StatesWe’ve got a wide variety of games to choose from including classic board games, card games, Wii games, and more. Games are an essential component of the library. Information presented in new formats, that encourage critical thinking and problem solving, and games that encourage social interaction among peers are just a few of the reasons...
Play Group for Wee Littles (0-5)
Whiting Library is home to a weekly playgroup for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is a free, fun and relaxed gathering where little kids play while their grown ups supervise and socialize. No need to pre-register, simply drop in to the library...
Table Top Role Play (TTRP) Games Group
Join us for epic adventures and strategic battles with Tabletop Role-Playing Games TTRP! Games may include Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, and more! Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, there's a place for you at this table. Come meet new friends, embark on exciting quests, and dive into the world of...
Story Hour
Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United StatesStory Hour is geared for preschoolers but all ages are encouraged to join in the fun! Enjoy stories, music, crafts, and new book previews from the Library. Story Hour is for approximately 30-60 minutes long depending on the kids’ attention level. Look for this group in the Community Room downstairs or we may be outside...
Page to Screen Film Series: The Da Vinci Code
Join us to watch and chat about a feature movie based on a book. Reading the book is not a requirement. Free popcorn will be served. Religious symbology expert Robert Langdon uncovers a conspiracy involving the life of Jesus Christ after a curator at the Louvre is found murdered with strange symbols carved into his...
Canceled Adult Crafternoon — CANCELED
Unleash the artist within! Join us for crafting and fun. Grab a friend, sit back, and have a good time. We will provide refreshments, craft materials, coloring books, and colored pencils; you bring the conversation. Our current co-learning project is quilling. We have a variety of tools and papers for practice. If you want, bring...
Canceled Games Group for School Aged Kids – CANCELED
We’ve got a wide variety of games to choose from including classic board games, card games, Wii games, and more. Games are an essential component of the library. Information presented in new formats, that encourage critical thinking and problem solving, and games that encourage social interaction among peers are just a few of the reasons...
Annual Used Book Sale on the Library Lawn
The Whiting Library Trustees will hold their annual Book Sale on September 21 and 22 during the Chester Fall Festival. Donations are accepted during library hours.
Playgroup for Wee Littles (0-5) & Caregivers
Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United StatesWhiting Library is home to a weekly playgroup for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is a free, fun and relaxed gathering where little kids play while their grown ups supervise and socialize. No need to pre-register, simply drop in to the library...
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Table Top Role Play (TTRP) Games Group
Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United StatesJoin us to play Banned Books Week BINGO! Win prizes! Join us for epic adventures and strategic battles with Tabletop Role-Playing Games TTRP! Games may include Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, and more! Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, there's a place for you at this table. Come meet new friends,...
Using The Whiting Library Telescope: Its Basic Functions, and How to Observe Celestial Objects
Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United StatesThis presentation will be graphic-rich and hands-on fun. When complete, attendees should be able to confidently operate the Whiting Library Telescope and instruct others how to use it. If the sky cooperates, we'll do a bit of observing afterward, of course. Please notify the Library if you're coming so we know how many chairs (and maybe...
Story Hour
Story Hour is geared for preschoolers but all ages are encouraged to join in the fun! Enjoy stories, music, crafts, and new book previews from the Library. Story Hour is for approximately 30-60 minutes long depending on the kids’ attention level. Look for this group in the Community Room downstairs or we may be outside...
Improving Library Accessibility: a Community Conversation
Whiting Library wants to hear from you about how we can increase the accessibility of our facilities, services, and programs. Through an American Library Association grant, we have received $20,000 to improve the library experience of our community members with age-related disabilities. Please join us for a discussion on the best use of these grant...
Improving Library Accessibility: a Community Conversation
Whiting Library wants to hear from you about how we can increase the accessibility of our facilities, services, and programs. Through an American Library Association grant, we have received $20,000 to improve the library experience of our community members with age-related disabilities. Please join us to discuss the best use of these grant funds. REGISTER by...
Personal Emergency Preparedness Planning
Have you ever considered what you and your family would do in a natural disaster or public health emergency? Join the Upper Valley Medical Reserve Corps and the Whiting Library to learn how to prepare yourself and your loved ones in an evacuation, shelter-in-place order, or public health emergency.
Adult Crafternoon
Unleash the artist within! Join us for crafting and fun. Grab a friend, sit back, and have a good time. We will provide refreshments, craft materials, coloring books, and colored pencils; you bring the conversation. Our current co-learning project is quilling. We have a variety of tools and papers for practice. If you want, bring...
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Games Group for School Aged Kids
Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United StatesJoin us to play Banned Books Week BINGO! Games are an essential component of the library. Information presented in new formats, that encourage critical thinking and problem solving, and games that encourage social interaction among peers are just a few of the reasons to consider joining the Whiting Library Game Group.
Building a Resilient Landscape with Native Plants
Cindy Heath of the UVM Extension Service Master Gardener Program will present an informative talk on gardening with native plants and more. In the workshop, participants will explore various topics, including cultivating habitats for wildlife and pollinators using native plants, garden design principles, and sustainable maintenance strategies. Gardeners interested in sustainable landscaping will learn the...
Improving Library Accessibility: a Community Conversation
Whiting Library wants to hear from you about how we can increase the accessibility of our facilities, services, and programs. Through an American Library Association grant, we have received $20,000 to improve the library experience of our community members with age-related disabilities. Please join us for a discussion on the best use of these grant...
Playgroup for Wee Littles (0-5) & Caregivers
Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United StatesWhiting Library is home to a weekly playgroup for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is a free, fun and relaxed gathering where little kids play while their grown ups supervise and socialize. No need to pre-register, simply drop in to the library...
Table Top Role Play (TTRP) Games Group
Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United StatesJoin us for epic adventures and strategic battles with Tabletop Role-Playing Games TTRP! Games may include Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, and more! Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, there's a place for you at this table. Come meet new friends, embark on exciting quests, and dive into the world of...
Story Hour
Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United StatesStory Hour is geared for preschoolers but all ages are encouraged to join in the fun! Enjoy stories, music, crafts, and new book previews from the Library. Story Hour is for approximately 30-60 minutes long depending on the kids’ attention level. Look for this group in the Community Room downstairs or we may be outside...
Adult Crafternoon
Unleash the artist within! Join us for crafting and fun. Grab a friend, sit back, and have a good time. We will provide refreshments, craft materials, coloring books, and colored pencils; you bring the conversation. Our current co-learning project is quilling. We have a variety of tools and papers for practice. If you want, bring...
Games Group for School Aged Kids
Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United StatesWe’ve got a wide variety of games to choose from including classic board games, card games, Wii games, and more. Games are an essential component of the library. Information presented in new formats, that encourage critical thinking and problem solving, and games that encourage social interaction among peers are just a few of the reasons...
Stone Village Art Guild Exhibit Opening
Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United StatesStone Village Art Guild members will exhibit their work at Whiting Library from Friday, October 1 – Saturday, November 9, 2024
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Canning Applesauce (hot water bath canning)
Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United StatesIf you want to love the taste of a good fall apple, you'll want to come to this three-hour workshop presented by Celest Longacre and learn how to preserve some delicious abundance by making and canning homemade applesauce. In this workshop, we will go over preparing and cooking apples into applesauce. We will also demonstrate...
Playgroup for Wee Littles (0-5) & Caregivers
Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United StatesWhiting Library is home to a weekly playgroup for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is a free, fun and relaxed gathering where little kids play while their grown ups supervise and socialize. No need to pre-register, simply drop in to the library...
Table Top Role Play (TTRP) Games Group
Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United StatesJoin us for epic adventures and strategic battles with Tabletop Role-Playing Games TTRP! Games may include Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, and more! Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, there's a place for you at this table. Come meet new friends, embark on exciting quests, and dive into the world of...
Story Hour
Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United StatesStory Hour is geared for preschoolers but all ages are encouraged to join in the fun! Enjoy stories, music, crafts, and new book previews from the Library. Story Hour is for approximately 30-60 minutes long depending on the kids’ attention level. Look for this group in the Community Room downstairs or we may be outside...
Adult Book Discussion: All That I Have
If you want to participate in the book club, please contact the library at director@WhitingLibrary.org or call 802-875-2277 to reserve a copy.
Adult Crafternoon
Unleash the artist within! Join us for crafting and fun. Grab a friend, sit back, and have a good time. We will provide refreshments, craft materials, coloring books, and colored pencils; you bring the conversation. Our current co-learning project is quilling. We have a variety of tools and papers for practice. If you want, bring...
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Best Winter Rest for your ‘Yarden’ (yard + garden)
Landscape designer and educator Michele Chalice presents this workshop on "Putting Your Garden To Sleep for a Fabulous Next Season" and presents simple steps this fall to create an easier, more productive next year's garden and landscape. We'll learn about winter mulching for healthier soil and fewer weeds, providing winter pollinator habitat, what to leave...
Whiting Library is Closed
Whiting Library is closed in observance of Indigenous Peoples Day
Story Hour
Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United StatesStory Hour is geared for preschoolers but all ages are encouraged to join in the fun! Enjoy stories, music, crafts, and new book previews from the Library. Story Hour is for approximately 30-60 minutes long depending on the kids’ attention level. Look for this group in the Community Room downstairs or we may be outside...
Page to Screen Film Series: Don’t Look Now
Join us to watch and chat about a feature movie based on a book. Reading the book is not a requirement. Free popcorn will be served. A married couple moves to Venice after the death of their young daughter, hoping to forget the tragic event. However, they instead find themselves surrounded by reminders of...
Canceled Be Bright at Night – CANCELED
Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United StatesWhether you walk, drive, or bike, the shorter days and longer nights make it especially important to see and be seen on the road. Join the Upper Valley Medical Reserve Corps and the Whiting Library for Be Bright at Night, a road safety initiative that is distributing free reflectors and safety information for people and communities...
Adult Crafternoon
Unleash the artist within! Join us for crafting and fun. Grab a friend, sit back, and have a good time. We will provide refreshments, craft materials, coloring books, and colored pencils; you bring the conversation. Our current co-learning project is quilling. We have a variety of tools and papers for practice. If you want, bring...
Games Group for School Aged Kids
Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United StatesWe’ve got a wide variety of games to choose from including classic board games, card games, Wii games, and more. Games are an essential component of the library. Information presented in new formats, that encourage critical thinking and problem solving, and games that encourage social interaction among peers are just a few of the reasons...