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  • 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 States

    Dear 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 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...

  • 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...

  • Dog Walks into a Nursing Home cover

    Book Discussion: Dog Walks into a Nursing Home by Sue Halpern

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

    If you want to participate in the book club, please contact the library at [email protected] 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!

  • Wooden library shelves displaying various board games and kits. The upper shelves hold clear tote bags with board games including “Azul,” “Dixit,” “Cascadia,” “Feed the Woozle,” and “Zenturtle.” The lower shelves have translucent plastic carrying cases labeled “ArtBin,” each containing smaller games or kits with visible barcodes and labels. The floor is wooden, and part of the library interior is visible to the right.

    Board Game Cafe

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

    Enjoy 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...

  • Summer Reading Awards Party: Celebrate Summer Readers at the Youth Library!

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

    This 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 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...

  • 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. |...

  • Where the Crawdads Sing cover

    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 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...

  • Table Top Role Play (TTRP) Games Group

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

  • 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...

  • Story Hour

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

  • 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 States

    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...

  • Play Group for the Wee Littles (0-5)

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

  • 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 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 States

    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...

  • 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 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...

  • 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 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...

  • Table Top Role Play (TTRP) Games Group

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

    Join 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,...

  • A tabletop Orion StarBlast reflector telescope with a teal optical tube mounted on a black Dobsonian base. The telescope has a finder scope attached on top and adjustment knobs on the side.

    Using The Whiting Library Telescope: Its Basic Functions, and How to Observe Celestial Objects

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

    This 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...

  • Games Group for School Aged Kids

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

    Join 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 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...

  • Table Top Role Play (TTRP) Games Group

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

  • Story Hour

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

  • 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 States

    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...

  • Stone Village Art Guild Exhibit Opening

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

    Stone Village Art Guild members will exhibit their work at Whiting Library from Friday, October 1 – Saturday, November 9, 2024  

  • Canning Applesauce (hot water bath canning)

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

    If 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 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...

  • Table Top Role Play (TTRP) Games Group

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

  • Story Hour

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

  • 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...

  • Best Winter Rest for your ‘Yarden’ (yard + garden)

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    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...

  • Story Hour

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

  • 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 States

    Whether 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 States

    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...

  • Dog Paw-ty at the Youth Library!

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

    Calling all dog lovers! Join us for a Dog Paw-ty at the Youth Library on Saturday, October 19th for a tail-wagging celebration dedicated to our furry friends - Dogs! 🐶✨ Let's come together to honor the joy, charm, and endless wonder of dogs - a celebration that promises to be a real treat! 🐾🐕 RSVP...

  • Playgroup for Wee Littles (0-5) & Caregivers

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

  • Table Top Role Play (TTRP) Games Group

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

  • Story Hour

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

  • 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 States

    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...

  • Morning Safety Chat and Cookie Break: Be Bright at Night

    Stop by to ask questions, grab some freebies, and enjoy a cookie! Whether 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...

  • Playgroup for Wee Littles (0-5) & Caregivers

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

  • Table Top Role Play (TTRP) Games Group

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

  • Story Hour

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

  • 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 States

    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...

  • Gratitude Arts Workshop

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

    Join us at Whiting Library for a fun and creative Gratitude Arts Workshop! This free event invites young patrons to reflect on what they are thankful for while making beautiful paper crafts. Children will write down things they are grateful for on colorful, cut-out leaves or handprint feathers to create their very own Gratitude Tree...

  • Playgroup for Wee Littles (0-5) & Caregivers

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

  • Table Top Role Play (TTRP) Games Group

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

  • Story Hour

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

  • 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 States

    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...

  • Characteristics of Watercolor: Art Demonstration

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

    Stone Arts Guild artist Kathy Giurtino will demonstrate some of watercolor's unique qualities, including negative painting, wet on wet, wet on dry, soft edges vs. hard edges, adding salt or water spray to wet paint, and more! Photo: Garden Daze by Kathy Giurtino

  • Story Hour

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

  • 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 States

    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 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...

  • Table Top Role Playing (TTRP) Games Group

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

  • 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...

  • Page to Screen Film Series: About a Boy

    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 rakish bachelor learns to grow up after befriending an awkward lad. The chemistry between the actors drives this emotionally rich comedy-drama. The film was adapted from a...

  • 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 States

    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...

  • Cook the Book Club — Homegrown : Cooking from my New England roots

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

    All are welcome at this food 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...

  • Playgroup for Wee Littles (0-5) & Caregivers

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