Whiting Library

Winter Reading Coffee, Tea, and Cookie Party at Whiting Library!
2024-12-14 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | VT
Enjoy various teas and cookies while you make a simple winter craft. You can meet our new librarian, get a library card, visit our used bookstore, and sign up for our Winter Reading Program.

Play Group for the Wee Littles (0-5) & Caregivers
2024-12-17 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-12-24 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-12-31 10:00 - 11:30 | Whiting Library, 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, 05143, United States
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 Community Room downstairs. Stay as long or as little as you like. Geared towards Caregivers who want to find friendship and build connections in the greater wee little people (0-5 years old) community.
Fun & games, plus art & craft projects in the community room downstairs – available to enjoy anytime the library is open!
Everyone learns best through play! Contact our Youth Librarian, for more information via youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org or call 802-875-2277.

Table Top Role Play (TTRP) Games Group
2024-12-17 15:00 - 18:00 | Whiting Library, 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, 05143, United States
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 tabletop gaming!

Story Hour
2024-12-18 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-01-08 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-01-22 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-01-29 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-02-05 10:00 - 11:30 | Whiting Library, 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, 05143, United States
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 in the backyard if the weather is clear.
Preregistration for library programs is appreciated but not required (drop-ins are welcome) by calling the library at 802-875-2277 or by emailing Carrie at youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org.

Page to Screen Film Series: A Gift from Bob
2024-12-18 13:30 - 15:00 | VT
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.

Christmas gifts come in all shapes and sizes. For James (Luke Treadaway), a struggling street musician, a very special one arrives in the form of Bob, a strong-willed stray cat who wanders into James’s tiny flat. Bob enriches James’s life, giving him companionship, purpose, and a large, new audience. When Animal Welfare officers threaten to take Bob, the local community rallies to help James and Bob — sparking a journey that takes the pair to places they never imagined in this heartwarming, spirit-lifting movie for the whole family.
Lions Gate Films, 2020, 92 minutes, TV-PG

Adult Crafternoon
2024-12-20 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-12-27 13:00 - 14:00 | VT
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 a craft you are working on or try something new!

Whiting Library is Closed
2024-12-25 | VT
Whiting Library is closed in observance of Christmas.

Whiting Library is Closed
2025-01-01 | VT
Whiting Library is closed in observance of the New Year’s Holiday.

Playgroup for Wee Littles (0-5) & Caregivers
2025-01-07 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-01-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-01-28 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-02-04 10:00 - 11:30 | Whiting Library, 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, 05143, United States
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 Community Room. Stay as long or as little as you like. Geared towards Caregivers who want to find friendship and build connections in the greater wee little people (0-5 years old) community.
Fun & games, plus art & craft projects in the community room downstairs – available to enjoy anytime the library is open!
Everyone learns best through play! Contact our Youth Librarian, for more information via youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org or call 802-875-2277.

Table Top Role Playing Games (TTRPGs)
2025-01-07 15:00 - 17:00 | Whiting Library, 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, 05143, United States
Embark on Epic Adventures with Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)!
Calling all gamers aged 13 and up! Dive into a world of imagination, strategy, and camaraderie at Whiting Library’s weekly tabletop gaming sessions.
🎲 Games We Love to Play: Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, and more!
Whether you’re an experienced player or brand-new to the tabletop scene, there’s a seat for you at the table. Meet fellow enthusiasts, take on thrilling quests, and immerse yourself in epic adventures—all while building new friendships.
When: Tuesdays at 3:00 PM
Where: Whiting Library
Ready to roll the dice and start your next adventure? The table is set—let the games begin!

Adult Book Discussion: Delta Wedding
2025-01-08 16:30 - 17:30 | VT
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.

Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)
2025-01-14 15:00 - 17:30, 2025-01-28 15:00 - 17:30, 2025-02-04 15:00 - 17:30 | Whiting Library, 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, 05143, United States

Whiting Library is closed to give staff members a holiday for MLK, Jr. Day
2025-01-15 | VT

The Amazing Puzzle Race and Swap
2025-01-18 11:00 - 12:30 | VT
Can your team finish a jigsaw puzzle faster than your friends and neighbors?
Each team will receive the same 500-piece puzzle provided by the library and have about two hours to complete it. The team that finishes first or completes the most before time is called wins! Space is limited and registration is required—only one team member should register. Teams can have up to four members. If you are interested in competing but don’t have a team, email director@WhitingLibrary.org to be placed on our Singles Team.
Adults, teens, and families with children 8+ are welcome to participate. We will also hold an informal puzzle swap after the race.
To register, please go to https://bit.ly/WhitingPuzzleRace, email Gail at director@WhitingLibrary.org, or call 802-875-2277.

Lego Builders Club
2025-01-22 15:00 - 16:00 | Whiting Library, 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, 05143, United States
Join us for an hour of creative, hands-on fun with building bricks aka LEGOs! Each month, young builders can let their imaginations soar in a relaxed and playful environment. While a monthly theme and inspiration cards are available for those who need a little guidance, kids are free to create whatever they dream up. Completed creations are proudly displayed in the library’s Youth Room for the entire month, with a “Builder’s Card” showcasing the name of their creation and their name.
This program isn’t just about building with bricks—it’s about building skills! Play is a powerful tool for developing early literacy and motor skills. Through constructing, designing, and storytelling about their creations, kids practice problem-solving, spatial reasoning, and expressive language—all critical for literacy development.
For younger siblings, a selection of larger building blocks is available, ensuring the whole family can participate and enjoy stress-free fun. A variety of build books are also on hand for inspiration and to check out.
Drop in, stay as long as you’d like, and join the fun!
The four rules of Lego Club are:

Respect the space.–No running around, just sit and work on your piece.
Respect others.–That means everyone has to share and help each other out. Teamwork makes the dream work.
Respect yourself.–Stay positive. We don’t compete with or put down other club members; we build just for fun.
Respect the Legos.–We don’t throw the Legos. We don’t eat the Legos. We don’t shove the Legos up our nose. We don’t shove the Legos up our friend’s nose. And the Legos have to stay in the library at the end of the day.

Drop-in Valentine Crafternoon
2025-01-31 11:00 - 17:00, 2025-02-01 11:00 - 13:30 | VT
Need to make a Valentine? We’ll bring the supplies, you bring the creativity! All ages welcome while supplies last. No registration required.

closed for weather
2025-02-06 | VT
