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  • Drop-In Tech Help

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Have you run into a technology issue you just can’t figure out? Would you like some help? Every Thursday from 2-3 our “techie” librarian Kale sits down with folks to...

  • Thirty-Eight: The Hurricane That Transformed New England

    Chester Town Hall 556 Elm St, Chester, VT, United States

    Please join us at Chester Town Hall on Thursday, May 28th from 7-8:30 PM as we welcome presenter Stephen Long. His talk will focus on the historic hurricane of 1938...

  • Playgroup for Littles (0-3) & Caregivers

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Playgroup Update at Whiting Library. Reserve your spot here. Our Tuesday Morning Playgroup has grown into something truly special, and I’m so grateful to see so many families connecting, playing,...

  • Decorate Your Ride! Bike Art Workshop

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Get ready for the Decorated Bike Ride at the Alumni Day Parade with a one-of-a-kind bike decorating party at Whiting Library! In this hands-on workshop, kids will transform everyday materials...

  • Story Time

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    This weekly program is geared toward children ages 0–5 and their caregivers. You're encouraged to arrive between 10:00–10:15 AM to give little ones time to get settled. We'll begin with...

  • Drop-In Tech Help

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Have you run into a technology issue you just can’t figure out? Would you like some help? Every Thursday from 2-3 our “techie” librarian Kale sits down with folks to...

  • Delayed Opening on June 5th for Staff Development

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Whiting Library will open at noon on Friday, June 5th for staff development. We will have delayed openings once a month on the first Fridays as staff teach each other...

  • Canceled: Playgroup for Littles (0-3) & Caregivers

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Today's playgroup is canceled due to staff absence. Playgroup Update at Whiting Library. Our Tuesday Morning Playgroup has grown into something truly special, and I’m so grateful to see so...

  • YA Book Club

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    The Page Turners: Young Adult (YA)  Book Club at Whiting LibraryLooking for a relaxed, welcoming space to talk books, share ideas, and connect with other teens? Join The Page Turners, Whiting...

  • Story Time

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    This weekly program is geared toward children ages 0–5 and their caregivers. You're encouraged to arrive between 10:00–10:15 AM to give little ones time to get settled. We'll begin with...

  • Book Club

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Whiting Library's Book Club will be meeting to discuss Summer by Edith Wharton. If you want to participate in the book club, contact the library at [email protected] or call 802-875-2277...

  • Drop-In Tech Help

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Have you run into a technology issue you just can’t figure out? Would you like some help? Every Thursday from 2-3 our “techie” librarian Kale sits down with folks to...

  • author Matt Dinniman with the covers of his books A Parade of Horribles and Dungeon Crawler Carl

    VIRTUAL AUTHOR TALK: Apocalyptic Mayhem, Lava-Spitting Llamas, and One Very Sassy Cat: Surviving the Universe’s Most Twisted RPG with Matt Dinniman

    Online at https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary

    REGISTER FOR LIVE EVENT HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/161929/register WATCH RECORDING AFTER EVENT HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/archive   Hold onto your heart-patterned boxers! On June 11th at 7 PM Matt Dinniman, New York Times bestselling author of...

  • Playgroup for Littles (0-3) & Caregivers

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Playgroup Update at Whiting Library. Reserve your spot here. Our Tuesday Morning Playgroup has grown into something truly special, and I’m so grateful to see so many families connecting, playing,...

  • Whiting Library Board of Trustees June Meeting

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Monthly meeting of the library’s Board of Trustees. All meetings are recorded and available publicly in accordance with Vermont’s Open Meeting Law.   See this page for more information. To join the...

  • Story Time

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    This weekly program is geared toward children ages 0–5 and their caregivers. You're encouraged to arrive between 10:00–10:15 AM to give little ones time to get settled. We'll begin with...

  • Drop-In Tech Help

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Have you run into a technology issue you just can’t figure out? Would you like some help? Every Thursday from 2-3 our “techie” librarian Kale sits down with folks to...

  • Juneteenth | Whiting Library Closed

    The Whiting Library will be closed on Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth (short for “June Nineteenth”), commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. On June 19,...

  • Playgroup for Littles (0-3) & Caregivers

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Playgroup Update at Whiting Library. Reserve your spot here. Our Tuesday Morning Playgroup has grown into something truly special, and I’m so grateful to see so many families connecting, playing,...

  • Playgroup for Littles (0-3) & Caregivers

    Playgroup Update at Whiting Library. Reserve your spot here. Our Tuesday Morning Playgroup has grown into something truly special, and I’m so grateful to see so many families connecting, playing,...

  • Learning Right Meow: Wild Cats with The Nature Museum

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Learning Right Meow: Wild Cats Vermont and New Hampshire are home to two distinct species of wild cats: bobcats and lynx! Have you been lucky enough to spot either of these...

  • Drop-In Tech Help

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Have you run into a technology issue you just can’t figure out? Would you like some help? Every Thursday from 2-3 our “techie” librarian Kale sits down with folks to...

  • Summer Reading Challenge Kick Off

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    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

     Summer Reading Challenge Kick Off: Unearth A Story! June 27 Something BIG is stomping its way to Whiting Library. This year, we're going back in time to Unearth a Story....

  • Playgroup for Littles (0-3) & Caregivers

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Playgroup Update at Whiting Library. Reserve your spot here. Our Tuesday Morning Playgroup has grown into something truly special, and I’m so grateful to see so many families connecting, playing, and...

  • Find Your Art: Drawing & Journaling for Youth

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Join student artist Caro for a relaxed, creative drawing session designed to help kids explore art in a supportive, low-pressure environment. Through simple prompts and journaling-style exercises, participants will be...

  • Story Time

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    This weekly program is geared toward children ages 0–5 and their caregivers. You're encouraged to arrive between 10:00–10:15 AM to give little ones time to get settled. We'll begin with about 10-15 minutes of songs, poems and stories, followed by free play and art activities designed to support early learning. Story Time is essential for...

  • No Teeth, No Problem! with The Nature Museum

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    No Teeth, No Problem! From sharp beaks to flat bills, birds use their jaws to eat, communicate, build, and so much more! Join us in exploring how some of our...

  • Playgroup for Littles (0-3) & Caregivers

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Playgroup Update at Whiting Library. Reserve your spot here. Our Tuesday Morning Playgroup has grown into something truly special, and I’m so grateful to see so many families connecting, playing,...

  • Tales to Tails: Read to a Therapy Dog! 🐶

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Come read to a furry friend! 🐶 Kids are invited to boost their reading confidence by reading aloud to a gentle, trained therapy dog named Orla. Our Tales to Tails program provides...

  • Find Your Art: Drawing & Journaling for Youth

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Join student artist Caro for a relaxed, creative drawing session designed to help kids explore art in a supportive, low-pressure environment. Through simple prompts and journaling-style exercises, participants will be...

  • Story Time

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    This weekly program is geared toward children ages 0–5 and their caregivers. You're encouraged to arrive between 10:00–10:15 AM to give little ones time to get settled. We'll begin with about 10-15 minutes of songs, poems and stories, followed by free play and art activities designed to support early learning. Story Time is essential for...

  • Who is Swimming in the Water? with The Nature Museum

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Who is Swimming in the Water? What’s going on beneath the ripples? Can swimmers move from one home to another? What’s a macroinvertebrate? There’s more in our rivers, streams, and...

  • CANCELED: Playgroup for Littles (0-3) & Caregivers

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Playgroup is canceled today due to staff absense. See you next time! Playgroup Update at Whiting Library. Reserve your spot here. Our Tuesday Morning Playgroup has grown into something truly special, and I’m so grateful to see so many families connecting, playing, and learning together. It’s been wonderful to watch this community grow! With that...

  • Cancelled – YA Book Club

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    This month's book club meeting has been cancelled. We will instead offer "Find Your Art: Drawing and Journaling for Youth" during this time slot. See you there! The Page Turners:...

  • Find Your Art: Drawing & Journaling for Youth

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Join student artist Caro for a relaxed, creative drawing session designed to help kids explore art in a supportive, low-pressure environment. Through simple prompts and journaling-style exercises, participants will be encouraged to experiment, build confidence, and discover their own unique artistic style. No experience needed. Just bring your imagination! Supplies will be provided. Contact Carrie...

  • CANCELED: Story Time

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Due to staff absence, this story time will not be in session this week. See you next week! This weekly program is geared toward children ages 0–5 and their caregivers. You're encouraged to arrive between 10:00–10:15 AM to give little ones time to get settled. We'll begin with about 10-15 minutes of songs, poems and...

  • Magnificent Migration with The Nature Museum

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Magnificent Migration Many critters, whether living underwater, on land, or flying in the sky, migrate. This includes wildlife that call New England, and our backyards, home! We’re going to look...

  • Drop-In Tech Help

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Have you run into a technology issue you just can’t figure out? Would you like some help? Every Thursday from 2-3 our “techie” librarian Kale sits down with folks to...

  • Playgroup for Littles (0-3) & Caregivers

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Playgroup Update at Whiting Library. Reserve your spot here. Our Tuesday Morning Playgroup has grown into something truly special, and I’m so grateful to see so many families connecting, playing,...

  • Whiting Library Board of Trustees July Meeting

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Monthly meeting of the library’s Board of Trustees. All meetings are recorded and available publicly in accordance with Vermont’s Open Meeting Law.   See this page for more information. To join the...

  • Story Time

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    This weekly program is geared toward children ages 0–5 and their caregivers. You're encouraged to arrive between 10:00–10:15 AM to give little ones time to get settled. We'll begin with about 10-15 minutes of songs, poems and stories, followed by free play and art activities designed to support early learning. Story Time is essential for...

  • Owls: What’s all the Hoot About? with The Nature Museum

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    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...

  • Tales to Tails: Read to Orla, a Therapy Dog

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Come read to a furry friend! 🐶 Kids are invited to boost their reading confidence by reading aloud to a gentle, trained therapy dog named Orla. Our Tales to Tails program provides a calm, playful, and nonjudgmental space where young readers can practice their skills, build fluency, and enjoy the company of a four-legged listener. Reading to...

  • Drop-In Tech Help

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Have you run into a technology issue you just can’t figure out? Would you like some help? Every Thursday from 2-3 our “techie” librarian Kale sits down with folks to...

  • Playgroup for Littles (0-3) & Caregivers

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Playgroup Update at Whiting Library. Reserve your spot here. Our Tuesday Morning Playgroup has grown into something truly special, and I’m so grateful to see so many families connecting, playing, and learning together. It’s been wonderful to watch this community grow! With that growth, we’ve reached a point where a few changes will help keep...

  • Silent Book Club

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Ever wanted a book club with no assigned reading? Whiting Library is now hosting a local chapter of Silent Book Club where the reading is BYOB (Bring/Borrow Your Own Book). This is a no pressure, no requirements kind of club meant to unite book lovers of all types. Sessions are held in the Suzy Forlie...

  • Story Time

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    This weekly program is geared toward children ages 0–5 and their caregivers. You're encouraged to arrive between 10:00–10:15 AM to give little ones time to get settled. We'll begin with about 10-15 minutes of songs, poems and stories, followed by free play and art activities designed to support early learning. Story Time is essential for...

  • Underground but Still Around… with The Nature Museum

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Underground but Still Around… We love living on Earth, but have you considered living within it? Right under our feet and paws is an exciting underground world! Let’s dig deep...

  • Drop-in Tech Help

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Have you run into a technology issue you just can’t figure out? Would you like some help? Every Thursday from 2-3 our “techie” librarian Kale sits down with folks to...

  • Silent Book Club

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Ever wanted a book club with no assigned reading? Whiting Library is now hosting a local chapter of Silent Book Club where the reading is BYOB (Bring/Borrow Your Own Book). This is a no pressure, no requirements kind of club meant to unite book lovers of all types. Sessions are held in the Suzy Forlie...

  • Shut Up & Write!

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Join fellow writers for an inclusive and informal writing group. Show up, sit down, and get words on the page — no critiques, no sharing your work, no pressure. Just focused time to work on writing surrounded by other writers. Come early or stay late to chat, connect, and build a writing community. Sessions are...

  • 🦕 Summer Reading Challenge Success Celebration! 🎉

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Drop in on Saturday, August 1 anytime between 10:30 AM–1:00 PM at Whiting Library Whether you read one book or one hundred, we invite all Unearth a Story Summer Reading...

  • Silent Book Club

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Ever wanted a book club with no assigned reading? Whiting Library is now hosting a local chapter of Silent Book Club where the reading is BYOB (Bring/Borrow Your Own Book). This is a no pressure, no requirements kind of club meant to unite book lovers of all types. Sessions are held in the Suzy Forlie...

  • Fairy Houses Building with The Nature Museum

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    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...

  • Drop-In Tech Help

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Have you run into a technology issue you just can’t figure out? Would you like some help? Every Thursday from 2-3 our “techie” librarian Kale sits down with folks to...

  • Silent Book Club

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Ever wanted a book club with no assigned reading? Whiting Library is now hosting a local chapter of Silent Book Club where the reading is BYOB (Bring/Borrow Your Own Book). This is a no pressure, no requirements kind of club meant to unite book lovers of all types. Sessions are held in the Suzy Forlie...

  • Shut Up & Write!

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Join fellow writers for an inclusive and informal writing group. Show up, sit down, and get words on the page — no critiques, no sharing your work, no pressure. Just focused time to work on writing surrounded by other writers. Come early or stay late to chat, connect, and build a writing community. Sessions are...

  • Foraging Safely with Gaal Shepherd Crowl

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    We're delighted to welcome back author and artist Gaal Shepherd Crowl for what will be a fascinating foray into fungi. Gaal will guide attendees through foraging safely, from recognizing how to identify mushrooms and which environments each prefers, which types to avoid, and how to deal with them once picked. This session includes a photo...

  • Silent Book Club

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Ever wanted a book club with no assigned reading? Whiting Library is now hosting a local chapter of Silent Book Club where the reading is BYOB (Bring/Borrow Your Own Book). This is a no pressure, no requirements kind of club meant to unite book lovers of all types. Sessions are held in the Suzy Forlie...

  • Drop-In Tech Help

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Have you run into a technology issue you just can’t figure out? Would you like some help? Every Thursday from 2-3 our “techie” librarian Kale sits down with folks to...

  • Learn About: Neighborhood Connections

    Chester Town Hall 556 Elm St, Chester, VT, United States

    We're excited to be working with Neighborhood Connections for an informational drop-in session on August 13th at 3:30 PM at the library. Trained staff will assist with filling out social services...

  • Silent Book Club

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Ever wanted a book club with no assigned reading? Whiting Library is now hosting a local chapter of Silent Book Club where the reading is BYOB (Bring/Borrow Your Own Book). This is a no pressure, no requirements kind of club meant to unite book lovers of all types. Sessions are held in the Suzy Forlie...

  • Shut Up & Write!

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Join fellow writers for an inclusive and informal writing group. Show up, sit down, and get words on the page — no critiques, no sharing your work, no pressure. Just focused time to work on writing surrounded by other writers. Come early or stay late to chat, connect, and build a writing community. Sessions are...

  • Canceled: Tales to Tails: Read to Orla, a Therapy Dog

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    We are so sorry for the last minute change and disappointment, but Kathleen and Orla had to cancel their visit to the library today. We will reschedule this delightful program...

  • Silent Book Club

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Ever wanted a book club with no assigned reading? Whiting Library is now hosting a local chapter of Silent Book Club where the reading is BYOB (Bring/Borrow Your Own Book). This is a no pressure, no requirements kind of club meant to unite book lovers of all types. Sessions are held in the Suzy Forlie...

  • Whiting Library Board of Trustees August Meeting

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Monthly meeting of the library’s Board of Trustees. All meetings are recorded and available publicly in accordance with Vermont’s Open Meeting Law.   See this page for more information. To join the...

  • Drop-In Tech Help

    Chester Town Hall 556 Elm St, Chester, VT, United States

    Have you run into a technology issue you just can’t figure out? Would you like some help? Every Thursday from 2-3 our “techie” librarian Kale sits down with folks to...

  • Silent Book Club

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Ever wanted a book club with no assigned reading? Whiting Library is now hosting a local chapter of Silent Book Club where the reading is BYOB (Bring/Borrow Your Own Book). This is a no pressure, no requirements kind of club meant to unite book lovers of all types. Sessions are held in the Suzy Forlie...

  • Shut Up & Write!

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Join fellow writers for an inclusive and informal writing group. Show up, sit down, and get words on the page — no critiques, no sharing your work, no pressure. Just...

  • Silent Book Club

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Ever wanted a book club with no assigned reading? Whiting Library is now hosting a local chapter of Silent Book Club where the reading is BYOB (Bring/Borrow Your Own Book). This is a no pressure, no requirements kind of club meant to unite book lovers of all types. Sessions are held in the Suzy Forlie...

  • Drop-In Tech Help

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Have you run into a technology issue you just can’t figure out? Would you like some help? Every Thursday from 2-3 our “techie” librarian Kale sits down with folks to...

  • Silent Book Club

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Ever wanted a book club with no assigned reading? Whiting Library is now hosting a local chapter of Silent Book Club where the reading is BYOB (Bring/Borrow Your Own Book). This is a no pressure, no requirements kind of club meant to unite book lovers of all types. Sessions are held in the Suzy Forlie...

  • Shut Up & Write!

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Join fellow writers for an inclusive and informal writing group. Show up, sit down, and get words on the page — no critiques, no sharing your work, no pressure. Just focused time to work on writing surrounded by other writers. Come early or stay late to chat, connect, and build a writing community. Sessions are...

  • Playgroup for Littles (0-3) & Caregivers

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Playgroup at Whiting Library. Reserve your spot here. Reserve your spot! Our Tuesday morning playgroup is designed especially for our littlest library users—children ages 0–3 and their caregivers. Come play, connect, explore, and build early literacy skills together! To create a calm, safe, and engaging environment for our youngest children, we will continue these guidelines:...

  • author David O Stewart with the cover of his book The Democracy We Must Keep

    VIRTUAL AUTHOR TALK: The Democracy We Must Keep: Why the Ideas that Built America Still Matter with David O. Stewart

    Online at https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary

    Award-Winning Historian and Bestselling Author of Impeached and The Summer of 1787   REGISTER HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/195123/register   Join online on September 1st at 2pm for a talk with award-winning historian David O. Stewart about his newest work, The Democracy We Must Keep, and the question he explores throughout the book: What did America's founders say...

  • Silent Book Club

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Ever wanted a book club with no assigned reading? Whiting Library is now hosting a local chapter of Silent Book Club where the reading is BYOB (Bring/Borrow Your Own Book). This is a no pressure, no requirements kind of club meant to unite book lovers of all types. Sessions are held in the Suzy Forlie...

  • Story Time

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    This weekly program is geared toward children ages 3–5 and their caregivers, but younger children and their caregivers are always welcome to join us! Arrive between 10:00–10:10 AM to get settled and ready to begin. At 10:10, we’ll gather for about 15–20 minutes of songs, movement, poems, and stories that encourage early literacy, language development,...

  • Drop-In Tech Help

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Have you run into a technology issue you just can’t figure out? Would you like some help? Every Thursday from 2-3 our “techie” librarian Kale sits down with folks to answer questions, teach skills, and talk through your pesky computer and mobile device problems with you. Call to schedule at (802) 875-2277, email [email protected], or...

  • Silent Book Club

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Ever wanted a book club with no assigned reading? Whiting Library is now hosting a local chapter of Silent Book Club where the reading is BYOB (Bring/Borrow Your Own Book). This is a no pressure, no requirements kind of club meant to unite book lovers of all types. Sessions are held in the Suzy Forlie...

  • Shut Up & Write!

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Join fellow writers for an inclusive and informal writing group. Show up, sit down, and get words on the page — no critiques, no sharing your work, no pressure. Just focused time to work on writing surrounded by other writers. Come early or stay late to chat, connect, and build a writing community. Sessions are...

  • Playgroup for Littles (0-3) & Caregivers

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Playgroup at Whiting Library. Reserve your spot here. Reserve your spot! Our Tuesday morning playgroup is designed especially for our littlest library users—children ages 0–3 and their caregivers. Come play, connect, explore, and build early literacy skills together! To create a calm, safe, and engaging environment for our youngest children, we will continue these guidelines:...

  • YA Book Club

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    The Page Turners: YA Book Club at Whiting LibraryLooking for a relaxed, welcoming space to talk books, share ideas, and connect with other teens? Join The Page Turners, Whiting Library’s new YA Book Club! This low-pressure, monthly group is perfect for teens ages 12–18. There’s no stress to finish the book, just come as you are...

  • VIRTUAL AUTHOR TALK: Writing the Nightmare: A Ship Called Sickness and One Unforgettable Space Crew with Daniel Kraus

    Online at https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary

    2026 Pulitzer Prize Winner and New York Times Bestselling Author of Whalefall and Angel Down   REGISTER HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/194442/register   Prepare to launch into the darkest depths of deep space! Join online on September 8th at 7pm for a talk with master storyteller Daniel Kraus, winner of the 2026 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction, to celebrate...

  • Story Time

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    This weekly program is geared toward children ages 3–5 and their caregivers, but younger children and their caregivers are always welcome to join us! Arrive between 10:00–10:10 AM to get settled and ready to begin. At 10:10, we’ll gather for about 15–20 minutes of songs, movement, poems, and stories that encourage early literacy, language development,...

  • Friends of the Library Drop-In Social

    Chester Town Hall 556 Elm St, Chester, VT, United States

    This is an informal gathering of the Friends of the Whiting Library meant to give time to socialize, brainstorm, and work together between monthly meetings. These sessions are held on the second Wednesdays of each month in the Suzy Forlie Reading Room, currently in person only. If you’d like to join the Friends group, please...

  • Playgroup for Littles (0-3) & Caregivers

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Playgroup at Whiting Library. Reserve your spot here. Reserve your spot! Our Tuesday morning playgroup is designed especially for our littlest library users—children ages 0–3 and their caregivers. Come play, connect, explore, and build early literacy skills together! To create a calm, safe, and engaging environment for our youngest children, we will continue these guidelines:...

  • VIRTUAL AUTHOR TALK: The Art of Fighting: Building Better, Stronger Relationships with Priya Parker

    Online at https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary

    Bestselling Author, Master Facilitator, and Acclaimed Strategic Advisor   REGISTER HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/195804/register   Join online on September 15th at 4pm for a paradigm-shifting, essential event as we sit down with world-renowned master facilitator Priya Parker to discuss her groundbreaking new book, The Art of Fighting: The Transformative Power of Conflict. In The Art of Fighting, Priya...

  • Whiting Library Board of Trustees September Meeting

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Monthly meeting of the library’s Board of Trustees. All meetings are recorded and available publicly in accordance with Vermont’s Open Meeting Law.   See this page for more information. To join the meeting via Zoom, use the following information: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88950242700?pwd=cHIwLzlPN3V5R2w5TWZnSDU1Wmxsdz09 Meeting ID: 889 5024 2700 Passcode: 963306

  • Story Time

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    This weekly program is geared toward children ages 3–5 and their caregivers, but younger children and their caregivers are always welcome to join us! Arrive between 10:00–10:10 AM to get settled and ready to begin. At 10:10, we’ll gather for about 15–20 minutes of songs, movement, poems, and stories that encourage early literacy, language development,...

  • Dino Book Club: Kids Make Things

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Dino Book Club 🦖 Unearth a Story: Kids’ Book, Fun & Games Club The dinosaurs have gone home with their reading buddies, and the fun continues! After local kids adopted dinosaurs during our summer reading challenge, we’re keeping the Unearth a Story spirit alive all year long. Join us on the 3rd Wednesday of each...

  • Drop-In Tech Help

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, United States

    Have you run into a technology issue you just can’t figure out? Would you like some help? Every Thursday from 2-3 our “techie” librarian Kale sits down with folks to answer questions, teach skills, and talk through your pesky computer and mobile device problems with you. Call to schedule at (802) 875-2277, email [email protected], or...