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SUMMARY:Playgroup for Littles (0-3) & Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Playgroup Update at Whiting Library. Reserve your spot here.  \nOur 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! \nWith that growth\, we’ve reached a point where a few changes will help keep playgroup a calm\, safe\, and engaging experience for everyone—especially our youngest participants. \nWhen playgroup resumes in April\, here’s what to expect: \n\nAttendance will be limited to 6 adults (with their children) per session\nAdvance sign-up will be required to help families plan ahead. RSVP here!\nDrop-ins may be welcomed only if space allows.\nPlaygroup is designed with children ages 0–3 in mind\n\nWe’ll prioritize reservations for families with children ages 3 and under.\nIf space allows\, families with older children are always welcome to join.\n\n\n\n\nThese adjustments will help create a more relaxed environment where little ones can explore\, play\, and build early literacy skills at their own pace. \nThank you for your understanding and for being such an important part of this growing playgroup community. Everyone learns best through play! Contact me\, your Youth Librarian\, for more information via youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org or call 802-875-2277.  \nWarmly\,\n Carrie\n Youth Services Librarian\n Whiting Library \n  \n 
URL:https://www.whitinglibrary.org/event/playgroup-for-littles-0-5-caregivers-6/
LOCATION:Whiting Library\, 117 Main St.\, CHESTER\, VT\, 05143\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children and Youth Events,Families
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SUMMARY:Little Sprouts Garden Day
DESCRIPTION:Springfield Area Parent Child Center Family Engagement Specialist Krista Wilson and Family Support Worker Robbie Wierzbicki invite children and families to dig in and grow some fun with us at the Whiting Library!   \nJoin us for a hands-on gardening adventure! Children and their caregivers will get creative decorating their own planting pots and then plant seeds to grow flowers and veggies. Get ready for a little soil\, a lot of smiles\, and seeds of confidence to grow right along with your plants! \nFamilies will learn how to care for their new plants while building patience\, creativity\, and a love for nature together. \nTake the fun home with you! Each family registered will receive a to-go bag with gardening materials and a children’s book celebrating the joy of gardening.   \nLook for us in the Community Room downstairs. \nPreregistration is appreciated but not required—drop-ins are always welcome! To sign up\, call the library at 802-875-2277 or email Carrie at youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org. \n 
URL:https://www.whitinglibrary.org/event/story-time-with-special-guests/
LOCATION:Whiting Library\, 117 Main St.\, CHESTER\, VT\, 05143\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children and Youth Events
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SUMMARY:Celebrate National Unicorn Day!
DESCRIPTION:Join Carrie for a magical hour filled with stories and creativity as we celebrate the legendary unicorn! We’ll read enchanting books and create unicorn-inspired art while learning about the history of this mythical creature. The unicorn has been a symbol on the Scottish coat of arms since the 12th century and has appeared in myths and legends throughout history. With such a long and fascinating past\, it’s no wonder National Unicorn Day on April 9th was officially introduced in 2015! \nSpace is limited\, please contact the library either during opening hours to make a reservation by calling 802-875-2277 or by completing this RSVP form.  Thank you to those who register—it helps us plan for everyone! \nPerfect for elementary school-aged kids. Contact Carrie Roy King\, Youth Librarian with any questions by emailing youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org or calling 802-875-2277.
URL:https://www.whitinglibrary.org/event/celebrate-national-unicorn-day/
LOCATION:Whiting Library\, 117 Main St.\, CHESTER\, VT\, 05143\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children and Youth Events
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SUMMARY:FULL: Play\, Connect\, and Learn: A Family Place Immersion Experience
DESCRIPTION:The 4/14/26 playgroup is full. Thank you for reserving your spot in advance.\nPlaygroup Update at Whiting Library\, Reserve Your Spot Here\, The number of  participants will be limited in order to provide a higher quality of experience.  \nPlay\, Connect\, and Learn: A Family Place Immersion Experience\n With Cara Tyrrell | Week of the Young Child Special Program \nJoin us for a 90-minute interactive\, play-based learning experience designed especially for families with infants and toddlers. \nThis special session will be facilitated by Cara Tyrrell\, a Chester-based early childhood teacher trainer\, author\, and parent educator. Instead of a traditional author talk\, this experience takes place right in our Family Place play environment—where learning happens through play\, connection\, and real-life moments. \nDrawing from her new book\, Talk to Them Early and Often: A Caregiver’s Guide to Intentional Language Development for Infants and Toddlers\, Cara will guide caregivers through simple\, powerful ways to support their child’s development through everyday language. \nWhat to expect: \n\nLive modeling of intentional language during play\nOpportunities to practice with your child in real time\nGentle coaching and reflection throughout the session\nA free copy of the book to take home\n\nYou’ll learn: \n\nWhy language plays a key role in brain development and emotional regulation\nWhat intentional language sounds like in everyday moments\nHow to adapt your words to your child’s temperament\nHow to stay connected—even during challenging moments\n\nBonus Follow-Up Session:\nJoin us again on Saturday\, May 9 at 10AM for a relaxed author chat with Cara\, where you can ask questions and get support as you begin using these strategies at home. \nThis two-part experience is designed to be practical\, supportive\, and immediately useful for families. \nWOYC Flyer Chester \nOur 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! \nWith that growth\, we’ve reached a point where a few changes will help keep playgroup a calm\, safe\, and engaging experience for everyone—especially our youngest participants. \nWhen playgroup resumes in April\, here’s what to expect: \n\nAttendance will be limited to 6 adults (with their children) per session\nAdvance sign-up will be required to help families plan ahead. RSVP here!\nDrop-ins may be welcomed only if space allows.\nPlaygroup is designed with children ages 0–3 in mind\n\nWe’ll prioritize reservations for families with children ages 3 and under.\nIf space allows\, families with older children are always welcome to join.\n\n\n\n\nThese adjustments will help create a more relaxed environment where little ones can explore\, play\, and build early literacy skills at their own pace. \nThank you for your understanding and for being such an important part of this growing playgroup community. Contact me\, your Youth Librarian\, for more information via youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org or call 802-875-2277.  \nWarmly\,\n Carrie\n Youth Services Librarian\n Whiting Library \n 
URL:https://www.whitinglibrary.org/event/playgroup-for-littles-0-5-caregivers-7/
LOCATION:Whiting Library\, 117 Main St.\, CHESTER\, VT\, 05143\, United States
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SUMMARY:Story Time
DESCRIPTION: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. \nStory Time is essential for building literacy skills—it fosters language development\, imagination\, and social-emotional growth. The program wraps up at 11:00 AM. \nLook for us in the Community Room downstairs\, or\, if the weather is nice\, we may be outside in the backyard. \nPreregistration is appreciated but not required—drop-ins are always welcome! To sign up\, call the library at 802-875-2277 or email Carrie at youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org.
URL:https://www.whitinglibrary.org/event/story-time-51/
LOCATION:Whiting Library\, 117 Main St.\, CHESTER\, VT\, 05143\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children and Youth Events
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SUMMARY:Playgroup for Littles (0-3) & Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Playgroup Update at Whiting Library\, Reserve Your Spot Here \nOur 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! \nWith that growth\, we’ve reached a point where a few changes will help keep playgroup a calm\, safe\, and engaging experience for everyone—especially our youngest participants. \nWhen playgroup is in session\, here’s what to expect: \n\nAttendance will be limited to 6 adults (with their children) per session\nAdvance sign-up will be required to help families plan ahead. RSVP here!\nDrop-ins may be welcomed only if space allows.\nPlaygroup is designed with children ages 0–3 in mind\n\nWe’ll prioritize reservations for families with children ages 3 and under.\nIf space allows\, families with older children are always welcome to join.\n\n\n\n\nThese adjustments will help create a more relaxed environment where little ones can explore\, play\, and build early literacy skills at their own pace. \nThank you for your understanding and for being such an important part of this growing playgroup community. Contact me\, your Youth Librarian\, for more information via youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org or call 802-875-2277.  \nWarmly\,\n Carrie\n Youth Services Librarian\n Whiting Library
URL:https://www.whitinglibrary.org/event/playgroup-for-littles-0-5-caregivers-8/
LOCATION:Whiting Library\, 117 Main St.\, CHESTER\, VT\, 05143\, United States
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SUMMARY:Story Time
DESCRIPTION: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. \nStory Time is essential for building literacy skills—it fosters language development\, imagination\, and social-emotional growth. The program wraps up at 11:00 AM. \nLook for us in the Community Room downstairs\, or\, if the weather is nice\, we may be outside in the backyard. \nPreregistration is appreciated but not required—drop-ins are always welcome! To sign up\, call the library at 802-875-2277 or email Carrie at youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org.
URL:https://www.whitinglibrary.org/event/story-time-52/
LOCATION:Whiting Library\, 117 Main St.\, CHESTER\, VT\, 05143\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children and Youth Events
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SUMMARY:Earth Day “Makedo” Cardboard Art Workshop with Local Chester Artist Kari Storm
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Whiting Library for a special hands-on art program featuring local artist Kari Storm\, whose sustainable 3D cardboard art exhibit—inspired by The Lion\, the Witch and the Wardrobe—will be on display during the program. Kari will share her creative process and show how everyday cardboard can be transformed into imaginative\, three-dimensional art. \nIf you can imagine that a cardboard cereal box can be something other than “just a box\,” then you’ll earn your license to “Makedo”! \nThanks to Kari’s generous donation\, the library will be adding Art Shaped: Sustainable 3D Art Projects to Kickstart Children’s Creativity by Darrell Wakelam and a Makedo Discovery Kit to our Library of Things. After the program\, families will be able to check out the library’s new Library of Things “Makedo” cardboard construction tools—made for kids to safely cut and connect cardboard to begin making 3D cardboard art at home. \nDuring the workshop\, kids may create a cardboard mask to take home. Anyone ages 7 and up is invited to participate. RSVP by clicking this link to reserve your spot at the table!  \nThis Earth Day program inspires creativity\, sustainability\, and imaginative thinking using low-cost\, readily available materials. \n📅 Wednesday\, April 22\, 2026\n 🕒 3:00–4:30 PM\n 📍 Whiting Library \nRSVP\, space is limited. Please call the library at 802-875-2277 or email Carrie at youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org to reserve your spot.
URL:https://www.whitinglibrary.org/event/makedo-cardboard-art-with-local-chester-artist-kari-storm/
LOCATION:Whiting Library\, 117 Main St.\, CHESTER\, VT\, 05143\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children and Youth Events
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SUMMARY:Story Time
DESCRIPTION: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. \nStory Time is essential for building literacy skills—it fosters language development\, imagination\, and social-emotional growth. The program wraps up at 11:00 AM. \nLook for us in the Community Room downstairs\, or\, if the weather is nice\, we may be outside in the backyard. \nPreregistration is appreciated but not required—drop-ins are always welcome! To sign up\, call the library at 802-875-2277 or email Carrie at youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org.
URL:https://www.whitinglibrary.org/event/story-time-53/
LOCATION:Whiting Library\, 117 Main St.\, CHESTER\, VT\, 05143\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children and Youth Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T200000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Author Talks: On Writing Beloved Characters and Powerful Portrayals of Resilience in Virtual Conversation with Jason Reynolds
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER TO ATTEND LIVE EVENT: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/148079/register \nWATCH RECORDING AFTER EVENT: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/archive \n  \n\nJoin us in an online conversation with bestselling author Jason Reynolds on April 30th at 7 PM as we discuss his latest work\, Coach\, the fifth–and last–entry in the highly popular Track series. Following the immersive stories of Ghost\, Lu\, Patina\, and Sunny\, it’s finally time for Coach to shine in his own book as we discover: Who was Coach before he became an inspiring leader? \nBefore Coach was the man who gave caring yet firm-handed guidance to Ghost\, Lu\, Patina\, and Sunny on the Defenders track team\, he was little Otie Brody\, who was obsessed with Mr. 9.99 (a.k.a. Carl Lewis) and Marty McFly from Back to the Future. Like Mr. 9.99—and his own dad—Otie is a sprinter. Sprint free or die is practically his motto. \nThen his dad\, who is always away on business trips\, comes home with a pair of Jordans. JORDANS. Fine as fine can be. Otie puts them on and feels like he can leap to the moon…maybe even leap like Mr. 9.99 when he won the Olympic gold medal in the long jump. But one morning he wakes up to find his brand-new secret weapon kicks are missing—right off his feet! And Otie just might have a fuzzy memory of his dad easing them off as Otie was sleeping\, but that can’t be right\, can it? \nUnless all the reasons for his dad’s “gone’s” are very different from what he’s been told… Because now\, not only are the Jordans missing\, but so is his father. \nRegister now to join in on the online conversation about the final installment to Jason Reynold’s Track series! \nAbout the Author: Jason Reynolds is an award-winning and #1 New York Times bestselling author. Jason’s many books include Miles Morales: Spider Man\, the Track series (Ghost\, Patina\, Sunny\, and Lu)\, Long Way Down\, which received a Newbery Honor\, a Printz Honor\, and a Correta Scott King Honor\, and Look Both Ways\, which was a National Book Award Finalist. Recently named the National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature\, Jason has appeared on The Daily Show with Trevor Noah\, Late Night with Seth Meyers\, and CBS This Morning. He is on faculty at Lesley University\, for the Writing for Young People MFA Program and lives in Washington\, DC. You can find his ramblings at JasonWritesBooks.com. \n 
URL:https://www.whitinglibrary.org/event/virtual-author-talks-on-writing-beloved-characters-and-powerful-portrayals-of-resilience-in-virtual-conversation-with-jason-reynolds/
LOCATION:VT
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