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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 7 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-17/
LOCATION:Whiting Library\, 117 Main St.\, CHESTER\, VT\, 05143\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children and Youth Events
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SUMMARY:VIRTUAL AUTHOR TALK: Simple\, Sustainable\, and Powerfully Delicious Meals with Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER FOR LIVE EVENT HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/164401/register \nWATCH RECORDING AFTER EVENT HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/archive \n  \nJoin us on June 23rd at 2 PM as we chat online with Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy about The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook\, which celebrates beautiful\, simple\, and seasonal cooking with 85 recipes adapted from India and Sri Lanka’s best family spice farms. \nDiaspora Spice Co. sources the most flavorful\, fresh spices in the world from 150 regenerative farms across South Asia—from elders\, indigenous communities\, young changemakers\, and brilliant multi-generational farming families across India and Sri Lanka who are leading the way in sustainable and climate change–resistant agriculture. Filled with culinary storytelling\, The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook highlights these farmers and their spices with profiles and evocative photography\, plus 85 recipes for simple\, seasonal\, and powerfully delicious meals. \nCEO and founder Sana Javeri Kadri and recipe writer Asha Loupy realized that eating with the people who grow our spices unveils a whole new dimension in our cooking. Adapted for a global pantry\, these recipes share the warmth of true South Asian home cooking at its truest and tastiest. \nSana and Asha also note which recipes are the most beginner friendly\, freezer friendly\, good for a dinner party menu (like a Diwali feast!)\, and which lend themselves to be pantry building blocks\, all for a super easy-to-navigate cookbook. \nRegister now to learn more about Diaspora Spice Co.\, the progressive spice company rooted in flavor and equity. \n\nJoin us LIVE for a chance to win a copy of The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook! The giveaway link will be in the Resources area under the broadcast screen during the live event. Please ensure you are watching on your library’s webpage for the chance to participate.  \nAbout the Authors: \nSana Javeri Kadri is the founder and CEO of Diaspora Co.\, a farm-to-table spice company that puts equity\, transparency\, and high-quality products at its forefront. Sana founded the company in 2017 with just a turmeric blend; now her company sources 30 single origin spices from across 150 farms across India and Sri Lanka. A third-generation native of Mumbai\, she now lives in Oakland\, California. \nAsha Loupy is a recipe developer and writer with more than a decade of experience in the specialty food industry\, from cheese monger to grocery buyer and e-commerce manager. She’s written for Bon Appétit\, Food52\, Epicurious\, and more. She’s based in Oakland\, California.
URL:https://www.whitinglibrary.org/event/virtual-author-talks-simple-sustainable-and-powerfully-delicious-meals-with-sana-javeri-kadri-and-asha-loupy/
LOCATION:VT
CATEGORIES:Adults,Book Discussion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T100000
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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-59/
LOCATION:Whiting Library\, 117 Main St.\, CHESTER\, VT\, 05143\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children and Youth Events
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SUMMARY:Learning Right Meow: Wild Cats with The Nature Museum
DESCRIPTION:Learning Right Meow: Wild Cats \nVermont 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 elusive predators? From feeding to frolicking\, these fantastic felines play a crucial role in our ecosystem. Join us for some paws-on exploration into these cool cats\, and discover what helps them thrive! \nThe Nature Museum aims to engage and educate in order to spark a lifelong connection and responsibility to the natural world. Our vision is that we help all people be inspired to explore the wonder\, science\, and beauty of the natural world and to protect the regional and global ecology. \nThanks to the generous support from Great River Hydro\, The Nature Museum is excited to once again bring free environmental education programming to Whiting Library and at the Bellows Falls Fish Ladder and Visitor Center during the summer of 2026. \nThese programs aim to be engaging and highlight topics related to the unique ecology and landscape of Northern New England. These programs are geared towards youth ages Pre-K through elementary grades\, but all are welcome! Programs will be approximately 45 minutes long with dedicated time for a story reading and any nature related questions you may have for our expert educators. Library programs will be both outdoors whenever possible and indoors as needed depending on weather and location. Join us to unplug\, discover\, and learn! \n\n📅 Wednesdays\, June 24\, July 1\, July 8\, July 15\, July 22\, July 29\, August 5\n🕒 1–1:45 PM\n📍 Whiting Library \nContact Carrie King\, Youth Librarian (youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org) for more info!
URL:https://www.whitinglibrary.org/event/lego-builders-club-6/
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:20260625T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T150000
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SUMMARY:Drop-In Tech Help
DESCRIPTION: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. \nCall to schedule at (802) 875-2277\, email assistantlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org\, or just come by the library!
URL:https://www.whitinglibrary.org/event/drop-in-tech-help-21/
LOCATION:Whiting Library\, 117 Main St.\, CHESTER\, VT\, 05143\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T123000
DTSTAMP:20260508T101113
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SUMMARY:Summer Reading Challenge Kick Off
DESCRIPTION: Summer Reading Challenge Kick Off: Unearth A Story! June 27\nSomething BIG is stomping its way to Whiting Library. This year\, we’re going back in time to Unearth a Story. If you’re a tiny Triceratops or a sophisticated Stegosaurus\, our Summer Reading Challenge has something for you! Grab your excavation tools (okay\, just your library card) and get ready to dig into some legendary adventures. \nKickoff Date: Saturday\, June 27\, 2026\, drop in between 10:30-12:30pm.\nWho: All ages \nKick off your summer of reading at Whiting Library! Kids are invited to drop in and sign up for this year’s Summer Reading Challenge running from June 27 to August 1. Participants can choose the reading challenge that best fits their interests and goals\, there’s something for everyone! Everyone who registers for the Summer Reading Challenge will receive a special prize from Whiting Library this summer. \nPlus\, make it your own by decorating a personalized fabric book bag\, pick up your reading challenge materials\, and browse for books to get started right away. \nStop by\, get inspired\, and start your summer reading adventure with us! Make reading a part of your daily summer adventure! The Summer Reading Challenge is all about spending time reading each day this summer and turning reading into a habit kids will love. \n📚 How It Works \nTell your Youth Services Librarian who would like to participate or register them yourself by clicking on this link and filling out the form. \nDuring the Summer Reading Challenge\, read every day from June 27th to August 1st. Logging and reporting books read or time spent reading is optional. \nAttend fun events throughout the summer at the library. \nCompletion Prize: Kids will receive a prize simply by participating in the Summer Reading Challenge and visiting the library in July!
URL:https://www.whitinglibrary.org/event/summer-reading-challenge-kick-off/
LOCATION:Whiting Library\, 117 Main St.\, CHESTER\, VT\, 05143\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T113000
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CREATED:20260221T165217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T212607Z
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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. 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-18/
LOCATION:Whiting Library\, 117 Main St.\, CHESTER\, VT\, 05143\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children and Youth Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T140000
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SUMMARY:No Teeth\, No Problem! with The Nature Museum
DESCRIPTION:No Teeth\, No Problem! \nFrom 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 native avian species have adapted to best utilize their beaks\, and swoop in to try some methods yourself! \nThe Nature Museum aims to engage and educate in order to spark a lifelong connection and responsibility to the natural world. Our vision is that we help all people be inspired to explore the wonder\, science\, and beauty of the natural world and to protect the regional and global ecology. \nThanks to the generous support from Great River Hydro\, The Nature Museum is excited to once again bring free environmental education programming to Whiting Library and at the Bellows Falls Fish Ladder and Visitor Center during the summer of 2026. \nThese programs aim to be engaging and highlight topics related to the unique ecology and landscape of Northern New England. These programs are geared towards youth ages Pre-K through elementary grades\, but all are welcome! Programs will be approximately 45 minutes long with dedicated time for a story reading and any nature related questions you may have for our expert educators. Library programs will be both outdoors whenever possible and indoors as needed depending on weather and location. Join us to unplug\, discover\, and learn! \n\n📅 Wednesdays\, June 24\, July 1\, July 8\, July 15\, July 22\, July 29\, August 5\n🕒 1–1:45 PM\n📍 Whiting Library \nContact Carrie King\, Youth Librarian (youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org) for more info!
URL:https://www.whitinglibrary.org/event/the-nature-museum-summer-unplugged-8/
LOCATION:Whiting Library\, 117 Main St.\, CHESTER\, VT\, 05143\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T140000
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SUMMARY:Who is Swimming in the Water? with The Nature Museum
DESCRIPTION:Who is Swimming in the Water? \nWhat’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 ponds than just fish! Join us to learn about the Connecticut River and its tributaries that are home to fish\, amphibians\, insects\, otters\, and many non-swimming critters too! Explore pictures\, hands-on biofacts\, listen to a story\, and get hands-on to learn more about many native water-loving creatures! \nThe Nature Museum aims to engage and educate in order to spark a lifelong connection and responsibility to the natural world. Our vision is that we help all people be inspired to explore the wonder\, science\, and beauty of the natural world and to protect the regional and global ecology. \nThanks to the generous support from Great River Hydro\, The Nature Museum is excited to once again bring free environmental education programming to Whiting Library and at the Bellows Falls Fish Ladder and Visitor Center during the summer of 2026. \nThese programs aim to be engaging and highlight topics related to the unique ecology and landscape of Northern New England. These programs are geared towards youth ages Pre-K through elementary grades\, but all are welcome! Programs will be approximately 45 minutes long with dedicated time for a story reading and any nature related questions you may have for our expert educators. Library programs will be both outdoors whenever possible and indoors as needed depending on weather and location. Join us to unplug\, discover\, and learn! \n\n📅 Wednesdays\, June 24\, July 1\, July 8\, July 15\, July 22\, July 29\, August 5\n🕒 1–1:45 PM\n📍 Whiting Library \nContact Carrie King\, Youth Librarian (youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org) for more info!
URL:https://www.whitinglibrary.org/event/the-nature-museum-summer-unplugged-9/
LOCATION:Whiting Library\, 117 Main St.\, CHESTER\, VT\, 05143\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T160000
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SUMMARY:YA Book Club
DESCRIPTION: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 Library’s new YA Book Club! \nThis low-pressure\, monthly group is perfect for teens ages 12–18. There’s no stress to finish the book\, just come as you are and enjoy good conversation and fun activities. Together\, we’ll explore a variety of young adult books and help choose what we read next. Every page turn leads to endless adventures! Come hang out and be part of the YA #booktok. \nWhether you’re a big reader or just getting into books\, this is a space to unwind\, be yourself\, and discover stories that keep you turning the page. \n🎯 For ages 12 – 18📅 Tuesday at 3:00 PM- 4:00 PM (2nd Tuesday of the month) \nSnacks provided. New members always welcome!
URL:https://www.whitinglibrary.org/event/ya-book-club-2/
LOCATION:Whiting Library\, 117 Main St.\, CHESTER\, VT\, 05143\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T200000
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SUMMARY:VIRTUAL AUTHOR TALK: Small Towns and Big Secrets: In Conversation with Bestselling Author Karin Slaughter
DESCRIPTION:International and New York Times Bestselling Author of Pretty Girls\, the Will Trent series\, and The Good Daughter\n  \nREGISTER HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/176990/register \n  \nJoin us online for a thrilling evening with acclaimed author Karin Slaughter as we chat about her North Falls series\, consisting of We Are All Guilty Here\, in which two teenage girls vanish in rural Georgia\, and her upcoming sequel\, The Secrets We Hide. \nIn The Secrets We Hide\, Slaughter welcomes readers back to North Falls. A small town with big secrets… \n1601 Iris Drive looks like any other house on the quiet\, residential street. But rumors are rampant about the Vickery family\, and what goes on behind closed doors. \nWhen gunshots ring out\, Sheriff Emmy Clifton and her sister\, ex-federal agent Jude Archer\, discover a devastating crime scene. Allison Vickery has been murdered in her own kitchen\, and her teenage daughter is bleeding upstairs\, left for dead. \nEveryone thinks they know what happened. But secrets are buried everywhere in this small town. \nAnd it’s up to Emmy Clifton to uncover the truth… \nRegister now to take part in the discussion\, and for an exclusive sneak peek of The Secrets We Hide\, coming out August 11\, 2026! \nAbout the Author: \nKarin Slaughter is one of the world’s most popular storytellers. She is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of more than twenty-five novels\, including the Edgar nominated Cop Town and standalone novels Pretty Girls and False Witness. An international bestseller\, Slaughter is published in 120 countries with more than 40 million copies sold across the globe. Pieces of Her\, based on her novel\, debuted at #1 worldwide on Netflix as an original series in 2022. Her bestselling thriller series\, Will Trent\, is now a television and streaming sensation in its 4th season. The Good Daughter has been adapted into a limited series starring Rose Byrne and Meghann Fahy\, and further projects are currently in development for film/TV.  Karin Slaughter is the founder of the Save the Libraries project—a nonprofit organization established to support libraries and library programming. A native of Georgia\, she lives in Atlanta. \n  \nIf you miss this virtual author talk (or any other)\, recordings are available at https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary.
URL:https://www.whitinglibrary.org/event/virtual-author-talk-small-towns-and-big-secrets-in-conversation-with-bestselling-author-karin-slaughter/
LOCATION:Online at https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary
CATEGORIES:Adults,Book Discussion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T140000
DTSTAMP:20260508T101113
CREATED:20260505T192221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T211501Z
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SUMMARY:Magnificent Migration with The Nature Museum
DESCRIPTION:Magnificent Migration \nMany 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 at the different migrations of some of these animal and insect neighbors to help us understand why migration is so magnificent! \nThe Nature Museum aims to engage and educate in order to spark a lifelong connection and responsibility to the natural world. Our vision is that we help all people be inspired to explore the wonder\, science\, and beauty of the natural world and to protect the regional and global ecology. \nThanks to the generous support from Great River Hydro\, The Nature Museum is excited to once again bring free environmental education programming to Whiting Library and at the Bellows Falls Fish Ladder and Visitor Center during the summer of 2026. \nThese programs aim to be engaging and highlight topics related to the unique ecology and landscape of Northern New England. These programs are geared towards youth ages Pre-K through elementary grades\, but all are welcome! Programs will be approximately 45 minutes long with dedicated time for a story reading and any nature related questions you may have for our expert educators. Library programs will be both outdoors whenever possible and indoors as needed depending on weather and location. Join us to unplug\, discover\, and learn! \n\n📅 Wednesdays\, June 24\, July 1\, July 8\, July 15\, July 22\, July 29\, August 5\n🕒 1–1:45 PM\n📍 Whiting Library \nContact Carrie King\, Youth Librarian (youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org) for more info!
URL:https://www.whitinglibrary.org/event/the-nature-museum-summer-unplugged-10/
LOCATION:Whiting Library\, 117 Main St.\, CHESTER\, VT\, 05143\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T101113
CREATED:20260507T192606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T194005Z
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SUMMARY:VIRTUAL AUTHOR TALK: Migrant Heart: The Hidden Cost of the American Dream and Healing Through Storytelling with Reyna Grande
DESCRIPTION:Award-Winning and Bestselling Author of The Distance Between Us and A Dream Called Home\n  \nREGISTER HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/177637/register \n  \n\n\nPlease join us online for a discussion with author Reyna Grande. In her ambitious new memoir\, Migrant Heart: Essays About Things I Can’t Forget\, beloved bestselling author Reyna illuminates the hidden cost of the American Dream and the complex journey of healing that follows survival. \nWhat is the true power of stories? Can they heal the jagged edges of a traumatic childhood? Is the cost of telling the story worth the price of the cure? \nWith her signature blend of sophistication and raw honesty\, Grande interrogates how living between two nations\, two languages\, and two identities has shaped the woman\, mother\, and writer she has become. Moving from the legacy of violence in her hometown of Iguala\, Mexico\, to a bittersweet family vacation in Europe spent reconciling her own impoverished past with her children’s world of abundance\, she uncovers startling truths about the nature of survival. \nWhether being racially profiled in the Arizona borderlands or finding unexpected wisdom from the slugs in her garden\, Grande unflinchingly asks: How do we bridge the gap between who we were and who we have become? How do we turn pain into power? When memory threatens to define us\, how can we use story to heal while still honoring our boundaries? \nRegister today for this virtual talk if you identify as a seeker\, a dreamer\, or “anyone who believes in the enduring\, transformative power of finding one’s voice.” \nAbout the Author: \nReyna Grande is an award-winning author\, motivational speaker\, and writing teacher. As a young girl\, she crossed the US–Mexico border to join her family in Los Angeles\, a harrowing journey chronicled in The Distance Between Us\, a National Book Critics Circle Award finalist. Her other books include the novels A Ballad of Love and Glory\, Across a Hundred Mountains\, and Dancing with Butterflies\, the memoirs Migrant Heart\, The Distance Between Us: Young Readers Edition\, and A Dream Called Home\, and the anthology Somewhere We Are Human: Authentic Voices on Migration\, Survival\, and New Beginnings. She lives in Woodland\, California\, with her husband and two children. Visit ReynaGrande.com for more information. \n  \nIf you miss this virtual author talk (or any other)\, recordings are available at https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary.
URL:https://www.whitinglibrary.org/event/migrant-heart-the-hidden-cost-of-the-american-dream-and-healing-through-storytelling-with-reyna-grande/
LOCATION:Online at https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary
CATEGORIES:Adults,Book Discussion
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T140000
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SUMMARY:Owls: What’s all the Hoot About? with The Nature Museum
DESCRIPTION:Owls: What’s all the Hoot About? \nOwls are magnificent predators that we often think of as hooting birds of the night. But there’s more to owls than their distinctive calls and nocturnal activity. Come discover how they hunt\, what twelve species of owls call New England home (eight in Vermont!)\, and why these birds are such amazing creatures. Hear a story\, see and touch real owl biofacts\, and get talons-deep in an owl pellet! \nThe Nature Museum aims to engage and educate in order to spark a lifelong connection and responsibility to the natural world. Our vision is that we help all people be inspired to explore the wonder\, science\, and beauty of the natural world and to protect the regional and global ecology. \nThanks to the generous support from Great River Hydro\, The Nature Museum is excited to once again bring free environmental education programming to Whiting Library and at the Bellows Falls Fish Ladder and Visitor Center during the summer of 2026. \nThese programs aim to be engaging and highlight topics related to the unique ecology and landscape of Northern New England. These programs are geared towards youth ages Pre-K through elementary grades\, but all are welcome! Programs will be approximately 45 minutes long with dedicated time for a story reading and any nature related questions you may have for our expert educators. Library programs will be both outdoors whenever possible and indoors as needed depending on weather and location. Join us to unplug\, discover\, and learn! \n\n📅 Wednesdays\, June 24\, July 1\, July 8\, July 15\, July 22\, July 29\, August 5\n🕒 1–1:45 PM\n📍 Whiting Library \nContact Carrie King\, Youth Librarian (youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org) for more info!
URL:https://www.whitinglibrary.org/event/the-nature-museum-summer-unplugged-11/
LOCATION:Whiting Library\, 117 Main St.\, CHESTER\, VT\, 05143\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T101113
CREATED:20260507T194935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T194935Z
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SUMMARY:VIRTUAL AUTHOR TALK: The Power of Connection: Creating Lasting Friendships in an Increasingly Lonely World with Dr. Marisa Franco
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Marisa Franco: Psychologist\, Professor\, and New York Times Bestselling Author\n  \nREGISTER HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/178284/register \n  \nJoin us in virtual conversation with bestselling author Dr. Marisa Franco\, one of the world’s leading experts in human connection. Her book\, Platonic: How the Science of Attachment Can Help You Make–And Keep–Friends\, explores the science of different attachment styles and how they impact our relationships–often in ways we don’t realize! \nHow do we make and keep friends in an era of distraction\, burnout\, and chaos\, especially in a society that often prizes romantic love at the expense of other relationships? In Platonic\, Dr. Marisa G. Franco unpacks the latest\, often counterintuitive findings about the bonds between us—for example\, why your friends aren’t texting you back (it’s not because they hate you!)\, and the myth of “friendships happening organically” (making friends\, like cultivating any relationship\, requires effort!). As Dr. Franco explains\, to make and keep friends you must understand your attachment style—secure\, anxious\, or avoidant: it is the key to unlocking what’s working (and what’s failing) in your friendships. \nMaking new friends\, and deepening longstanding relationships\, is possible at any age—in fact\, it’s essential. The good news: there are specific\, research-based ways to improve the number and quality of your connections using the insights of attachment theory and the latest scientific research on friendship. Platonic provides a clear and actionable blueprint for forging strong\, lasting connections with others—and for becoming our happiest\, most fulfilled selves in the process. \nRegister today to learn more about how to harness the science of human connection to create cultures of belonging. \nAbout the Author: \nAn enlightening psychologist\, New York Times bestselling author\, and TED speaker\, Dr. Marisa G. Franco is known for digesting and communicating science in ways that resonate deeply enough with people to change their lives. \nDr. Franco works as a professor at The University of Maryland and authored Platonic: How The Science of Attachment Can Help You Make – and Keep – Friends. She writes about friendship for Psychology Today and has been a featured connection expert for major publications like The New York Times\, The Telegraph\, and Vice. \nDr. Franco speaks on belonging at corporations\, government agencies\, non-profits\, and universities across the country\, including Harper Collins Publishers\, Cisco\, American Association for the Advancement of Science\, and The Department of State. \n  \nIf you miss this virtual author talk (or any other)\, recordings are available at https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary.
URL:https://www.whitinglibrary.org/event/virtual-author-talk-the-power-of-connection-creating-lasting-friendships-in-an-increasingly-lonely-world-with-dr-marisa-franco/
LOCATION:Online at https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary
CATEGORIES:Adults,Book Discussion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T140000
DTSTAMP:20260508T101113
CREATED:20260505T192438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T211810Z
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SUMMARY:Underground but Still Around… with The Nature Museum
DESCRIPTION:Underground but Still Around… \nWe 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 into what’s going on in the soil: from macroinvertebrates to mammals\, we’re excited to get our paws dirty and take a closer look at how life thrives beneath the surface. \nThe Nature Museum aims to engage and educate in order to spark a lifelong connection and responsibility to the natural world. Our vision is that we help all people be inspired to explore the wonder\, science\, and beauty of the natural world and to protect the regional and global ecology. \nThanks to the generous support from Great River Hydro\, The Nature Museum is excited to once again bring free environmental education programming to Whiting Library and at the Bellows Falls Fish Ladder and Visitor Center during the summer of 2026. \nThese programs aim to be engaging and highlight topics related to the unique ecology and landscape of Northern New England. These programs are geared towards youth ages Pre-K through elementary grades\, but all are welcome! Programs will be approximately 45 minutes long with dedicated time for a story reading and any nature related questions you may have for our expert educators. Library programs will be both outdoors whenever possible and indoors as needed depending on weather and location. Join us to unplug\, discover\, and learn! \n📅 Wednesdays\, June 24\, July 1\, July 8\, July 15\, July 22\, July 29\, August 5\n🕒 1–1:45 PM\n📍 Whiting Library \nContact Carrie King\, Youth Librarian (youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org) for more info!
URL:https://www.whitinglibrary.org/event/the-nature-museum-summer-unplugged-12/
LOCATION:Whiting Library\, 117 Main St.\, CHESTER\, VT\, 05143\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T123000
DTSTAMP:20260508T101113
CREATED:20260501T212322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T212011Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Reading Challenge Ends!
DESCRIPTION: Summer Reading Challenge Party: Unearth A Story! August 1\, 2026\nClosing Date: Saturday\, August 1\, 2026\, drop in between 10:30-12:30pm to celebrate your success and pick up your Summer Reading Challenge Prize. \nWho: Everyone who registerd for the Summer Reading Challenge 2026 \nWe hope you enjoyed making reading a part of your daily summer adventure! The Summer Reading Challenge is all about turning reading into a habit kids will love. \n📚 How It Works \nRead every day from June 27th to August 1st. \nAttend fun events throughout the summer at the library. Kids may enjoy a pick from the little free prize library when they visit. \nCompletion Prize: Kids will receive a special prize awarded in the last week of July simply by participating in the Summer Reading Challenge and visiting the library this summer! \n\n\n\n\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				summer reading begins June 27. Unearth a story\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				The Nature Museum programs June 24-August 5\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Schedule of Summer Unplugged events at the library this summer.\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Unearth a story! Coming Soon Summer 2026\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Unearth a story above a red dragon eye.
URL:https://www.whitinglibrary.org/event/summer-reading-challenge-ends/
LOCATION:Whiting Library\, 117 Main St.\, CHESTER\, VT\, 05143\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T140000
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SUMMARY:Fairy Houses Building with The Nature Museum
DESCRIPTION:Fairy Houses Building \nCalling 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 build! We will take a look at each other’s  magical creations\, hear what inspired each creator\, and explore what they learned in their building process. This collaborative outdoor experience encourages creativity\, problem solving\, and taking a fresh look at nature’s small wonders. Some materials may be provided but bringing your own is encouraged! Note: Fairy houses will be built to remain where they are with natural materials that you bring and we provide. Please only bring biodegradable and native materials. \nThe Nature Museum aims to engage and educate in order to spark a lifelong connection and responsibility to the natural world. Our vision is that we help all people be inspired to explore the wonder\, science\, and beauty of the natural world and to protect the regional and global ecology. \nThanks to the generous support from Great River Hydro\, The Nature Museum is excited to once again bring free environmental education programming to Whiting Library and at the Bellows Falls Fish Ladder and Visitor Center during the summer of 2026. \nThese programs aim to be engaging and highlight topics related to the unique ecology and landscape of Northern New England. These programs are geared towards youth ages Pre-K through elementary grades\, but all are welcome! Programs will be approximately 45 minutes long with dedicated time for a story reading and any nature related questions you may have for our expert educators. Library programs will be both outdoors whenever possible and indoors as needed depending on weather and location. Join us to unplug\, discover\, and learn! \n\n📅 Wednesdays\, June 24\, July 1\, July 8\, July 15\, July 22\, July 29\, August 5\n🕒 1–1:45 PM\n📍 Whiting Library \nContact Carrie King\, Youth Librarian (youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org) for more info!
URL:https://www.whitinglibrary.org/event/the-nature-museum-summer-unplugged-13/
LOCATION:Whiting Library\, 117 Main St.\, CHESTER\, VT\, 05143\, United States
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