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  • How to Grow a Fabulous Garden with Celeste Longacre

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    Gardener and author Celeste Longacre will present a PowerPoint presentation on how to grow a beautiful garden. The presentation will include over 100 color pictures designed to provide insights and how-to information on soil preparation, planting, weeding, thinning, and harvesting. Participants will have the tools they need to plant and maintain a garden. Pictures are… Continue Reading How to Grow a Fabulous Garden with Celeste Longacre

  • 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… Continue Reading Adult Crafternoon

  • Winter Reading Challenge

    Join our Winter Reading Challenge. Download and complete a winter bingo. Turn in the completed sheet by February 22 and win prizes! The challenge is open to readers and non-readers of all ages!

  • Play Group for the 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… Continue Reading Play Group for the Wee Littles (0-5) & Caregivers

  • 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… Continue Reading Table Top Role Play (TTRP) Games Group

  • 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… Continue Reading Story Hour

  • 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… Continue Reading Adult Crafternoon

  • Play Group for the 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… Continue Reading Play Group for the Wee Littles (0-5) & Caregivers

  • 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… Continue Reading Adult Crafternoon

  • Play Group for the 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… Continue Reading Play Group for the Wee Littles (0-5) & Caregivers

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

  • Table Top Role Playing Games (TTRPGs)

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

    Embark on Epic Adventures with Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)! Calling all gamers aged 13 and up! Dive into a world of imagination, strategy, and camaraderie at Whiting Library’s weekly tabletop gaming sessions. 🎲 Games We Love to Play: Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, and more! Whether you’re an experienced player or brand-new to the… Continue Reading Table Top Role Playing Games (TTRPGs)

  • 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… Continue Reading Story Hour

  • Adult Book Discussion: Delta Wedding

    If you want to participate in the book club, please contact the library at director@WhitingLibrary.org or call 802-875-2277 to reserve a copy.

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

  • 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.

    Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)

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

    Embark on Epic Adventures with Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)! Calling all gamers aged 13 and up! Dive into a world of imagination, strategy, and camaraderie at Whiting Library’s weekly tabletop gaming sessions. 🎲 Games We Love to Play: Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, and more! Whether you’re an experienced player or brand-new to the… Continue Reading Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)

  • Close-up view of a pile of colorful jigsaw puzzle pieces, mostly in shades of blue, purple, and pink. The pieces are scattered randomly, showing various interlocking shapes and edges.

    The Amazing Puzzle Race and Swap

    Can your team finish a jigsaw puzzle faster than your friends and neighbors? Each team will receive the same 500-piece puzzle provided by the library and have about two hours to complete it. The team that finishes first or completes the most before time is called wins! Space is limited and registration is required—only one… Continue Reading The Amazing Puzzle Race and Swap

  • 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… Continue Reading Story Hour

  • Lego Builders Club

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

    Join us for an hour of creative, hands-on fun with building bricks aka LEGOs! Each month, young builders can let their imaginations soar in a relaxed and playful environment. While a monthly theme and inspiration cards are available for those who need a little guidance, kids are free to create whatever they dream up. Completed… Continue Reading Lego Builders Club

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

  • 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.

    Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)

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

    Embark on Epic Adventures with Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)! Calling all gamers aged 13 and up! Dive into a world of imagination, strategy, and camaraderie at Whiting Library’s weekly tabletop gaming sessions. 🎲 Games We Love to Play: Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, and more! Whether you’re an experienced player or brand-new to the… Continue Reading Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)

  • 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… Continue Reading Story Hour

  • Drop-in Valentine Crafternoon

    Need to make a Valentine? We'll bring the supplies, you bring the creativity! All ages welcome while supplies last. No registration required.

  • Drop-in Valentine Crafternoon

    Need to make a Valentine? We'll bring the supplies, you bring the creativity! All ages welcome while supplies last. No registration required.

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

  • Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)

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

    Embark on Epic Adventures with Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)! Calling all gamers aged 13 and up! Dive into a world of imagination, strategy, and camaraderie at Whiting Library’s weekly tabletop gaming sessions. 🎲 Games We Love to Play: Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, and more! Whether you’re an experienced player or brand-new to the… Continue Reading Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)

  • 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… Continue Reading Story Hour

  • Drop-in Valentine Crafternoon

    Need to make a Valentine? We'll bring the supplies, you bring the creativity! All ages welcome while supplies last. No registration required.

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

  • Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)

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

    Embark on Epic Adventures with Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)! Calling all gamers aged 13 and up! Dive into a world of imagination, strategy, and camaraderie at Whiting Library’s weekly tabletop gaming sessions. 🎲 Games We Love to Play: Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, and more! Whether you’re an experienced player or brand-new to the… Continue Reading Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)

  • Virtual Author Talk: Waubgeshig Rice

    Moon of the Turning Leaves is Rice's exhilarating return to the world first explored in the phenomenal breakout bestseller Moon of the Crusted Snow: a brooding story of survival, resilience, Indigenous identity, and rebirth. Join us online as we chat with this fantastic author on Tuesday, February 11, at 7 PM ET via digital live… Continue Reading Virtual Author Talk: Waubgeshig Rice

  • 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… Continue Reading Story Hour

  • Universal Yums International Tasting Event

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

    Celebrate the winter season on Wednesday, February 12th, at Whiting Library, 117 Main Street, Chester, VT at 3PM with a Universal Yums Snack Tasting Event! Join us for an exciting international snack adventure! This snack box from around the world contains packs of foreign snacks + the Yum Bag, with exotic candies. The international snack… Continue Reading Universal Yums International Tasting Event

  • Adult Book Discussion: The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters

    If you want to participate in the book club, please contact the library at director@WhitingLibrary.org or call 802-875-2277 to reserve a copy. AMANDA PETERS is a writer of Mi’kmaq and settler ancestry. Her debut novel, The Berry Pickers, won the Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Fiction and the 2023 Barnes & Noble Discover Prize and was a finalist… Continue Reading Adult Book Discussion: The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters

  • Older adults participating in a chair yoga class. A woman in the foreground wearing a blue and white striped shirt sits on a chair with her arms raised overhead. Other participants are seated behind her, also lifting their arms.

    Chair Yoga

    Chair yoga allows you to get fit while you sit! Learn chair-adapted poses in this class focused on gentle movements to increase mobility and enhance flexibility. Move your body, stay healthy, and have fun! This program is generously funded with a Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Communities grant. Space is limited. Please contact Gail… Continue Reading Chair Yoga

  • Library Lovers Hot Chocolate Party for Winter Carnival

    Stop by the Whiting Library to warm up during the Winter Carnival in Chester. Enjoy hot chocolate while you make simple crafts. Plus, sign up for a library card, visit our used bookstore, and write your Library Lovers Month Love Letter to the library when you visit! This event is for all ages and abilities!

  • Virtual Author Talk: Lee Hawkins

    Hop online to join our conversation with journalist and author Lee Hawkins on Tuesday, February 18, at 2 p.m. via digital livestream in partnership with Whiting Library. In this riveting memoir, he examines his family's legacy of post-enslavement trauma and resilience.     Register and ask questions of the author on our Virtual Author Talk portal.

  • 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… Continue Reading Story Hour

  • Page to Screen Movie Series: Wicked

    Join us to watch and chat about a feature movie based on a book. Reading the book is not a requirement. Wicked, the untold story of the witches of Oz, stars Emmy, Grammy and Tony-winning powerhouse Cynthia Erivo (Harriet, Broadway’s The Color Purple) as Elphaba, a young woman misunderstood because of her unusual green skin… Continue Reading Page to Screen Movie Series: Wicked

  • Older adults participating in a chair yoga class. A woman in the foreground wearing a blue and white striped shirt sits on a chair with her arms raised overhead. Other participants are seated behind her, also lifting their arms.

    Chair Yoga

    Chair yoga allows you to get fit while you sit! Learn chair-adapted poses in this class focused on gentle movements to increase mobility and enhance flexibility. Move your body, stay healthy, and have fun! This program is generously funded with a Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Communities grant. Space is limited. Please contact Gail… Continue Reading Chair Yoga

  • Play Group for the 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… Continue Reading Play Group for the Wee Littles (0-5) & Caregivers

  • Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)

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

    Embark on Epic Adventures with Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)! Calling all gamers aged 13 and up! Dive into a world of imagination, strategy, and camaraderie at Whiting Library’s weekly tabletop gaming sessions. 🎲 Games We Love to Play: Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, and more! Whether you’re an experienced player or brand-new to the… Continue Reading Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)

  • LEGO Builders Club

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

    Join us for an hour of creative, hands-on fun with building bricks aka LEGOs! Each month, young builders can let their imaginations soar in a relaxed and playful environment. While a monthly theme and inspiration cards are available for those who need a little guidance, kids are free to create whatever they dream up. Completed… Continue Reading LEGO Builders Club

  • Medicare 101

    Find out more about Medicare in this informal discussion led by the Senior Medicare Patrol regarding the different components, benefits, and costs of Medicare Part A, Part B, Part C (Medicare Advantage), and Part D. Describes eligibility and enrollment requirements. Explains the importance of reviewing healthcare documents and Medicare Summary Notices (MSN). Senior Medicare Patrols (SMPs)… Continue Reading Medicare 101

  • Older adults participating in a chair yoga class. A woman in the foreground wearing a blue and white striped shirt sits on a chair with her arms raised overhead. Other participants are seated behind her, also lifting their arms.

    Chair Yoga

    Chair yoga allows you to get fit while you sit! Learn chair-adapted poses in this class focused on gentle movements to increase mobility and enhance flexibility. Move your body, stay healthy, and have fun! This program is generously funded with a Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Communities grant. Space is limited. Please contact Gail… Continue Reading Chair Yoga

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

  • Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)

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

    Embark on Epic Adventures with Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)! Calling all gamers aged 13 and up! Dive into a world of imagination, strategy, and camaraderie at Whiting Library’s weekly tabletop gaming sessions. 🎲 Games We Love to Play: Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, and more! Whether you’re an experienced player or brand-new to the… Continue Reading Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)

  • Musical Storytime with Stu Fuchs

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

    Join our special guest, Stu Fuchs, for musical storytime for infants to age 6! This lively, interactive storytime is just right for your wiggly toddler.  Short stories, familiar songs, rhymes, and fingerplays are featured, with time to wiggle and dance. Sitting still is not a pre-requisite! Stu Fuchs is an award-winning musician and teaching artist,… Continue Reading Musical Storytime with Stu Fuchs

  • Creative Aging: Telling Your Story Through Collage Art

    This six-week class emphasizes community-building and artistic skill-building in a relaxed and fun setting. Participants will learn diverse collage methods in a community setting, emphasizing story-sharing, exchanging ideas, creating material to share, and relaxing time to develop. The class aims to build a community where creative exploration is possible, and students can explore at their… Continue Reading Creative Aging: Telling Your Story Through Collage Art

  • Older adults participating in a chair yoga class. A woman in the foreground wearing a blue and white striped shirt sits on a chair with her arms raised overhead. Other participants are seated behind her, also lifting their arms.

    Canceled CANCELED – Chair Yoga

    Chair yoga allows you to get fit while you sit! Learn chair-adapted poses in this class focused on gentle movements to increase mobility and enhance flexibility. Move your body, stay healthy, and have fun! This program is generously funded with a Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Communities grant. Space is limited. Please contact Gail… Continue Reading CANCELED – Chair Yoga

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

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

    Join us at Whiting Library for our Weekly Playgroup for the Wee Littles (ages 0-5) and their caregivers! This free and relaxed gathering takes place every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Community Room. No pre-registration is required—drop in and stay as long or as little as you like! Through play, children… Continue Reading Playgroup for Wee Littles (0-5) & Caregivers

  • Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)

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

    Embark on Epic Adventures with Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)! Calling all gamers aged 13 and up! Dive into a world of imagination, strategy, and camaraderie at Whiting Library’s weekly tabletop gaming sessions. 🎲 Games We Love to Play: Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, and more! Whether you’re an experienced player or brand-new to the… Continue Reading Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)

  • Story Hour

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

    Story Hour is geared toward preschoolers, but all ages are welcome to join the fun! Each session runs from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, with approximately 15-30 minutes of focused storytime, where children will enjoy engaging stories, hand plays, music, and occasional new book previews from the library. The remaining time is free choice, allowing… Continue Reading Story Hour

  • Virtual Author Talk: Dan Heath

    Zoom Online

    Power of Reset and How to Change What's Not Working with Author Dan Heath, Wednesday, March 12 Are you ready for a revolutionary guide to fixing what's not working—in systems and processes, organizations and companies, and even our daily lives? Join us for an enlightening conversation with bestselling author Dan Heath as he talks about… Continue Reading Virtual Author Talk: Dan Heath

  • Slime Making Party

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

    Join us at Whiting Library for a Slime Making Party on Wednesday, March 12th at 3PM, where school-aged kids can dive into a world of gooey, squishy fun! Unleash your creativity as you mix, stir, and create your own unique slime concoctions. From glittery slime to fluffy slime, there’s no limit to the slimy possibilities!… Continue Reading Slime Making Party

  • Adult Book Discussion: Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan

    If you want to participate in the book club, please contact the library at director@WhitingLibrary.org or call 802-875-2277 to reserve a copy. CLAIRE KEEGAN was raised on a farm in Ireland. Her stories have won numerous awards and have been translated into over 20 languages. Foster was named by The Times as one of the top 50… Continue Reading Adult Book Discussion: Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan

  • Creative Aging: Telling Your Story Through Collage Art

    This six-week class emphasizes community-building and artistic skill-building in a relaxed and fun setting. Participants will learn diverse collage methods in a community setting, emphasizing story-sharing, exchanging ideas, creating material to share, and relaxing time to develop. The class aims to build a community where creative exploration is possible, and students can explore at their… Continue Reading Creative Aging: Telling Your Story Through Collage Art

  • Older adults participating in a chair yoga class. A woman in the foreground wearing a blue and white striped shirt sits on a chair with her arms raised overhead. Other participants are seated behind her, also lifting their arms.

    Chair Yoga

    Chair yoga allows you to get fit while you sit! Learn chair-adapted poses in this class focused on gentle movements to increase mobility and enhance flexibility. Move your body, stay healthy, and have fun! This program is generously funded with a Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Communities grant. Space is limited. Please contact Gail… Continue Reading Chair Yoga

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

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

    Join us at Whiting Library for our Weekly Playgroup for the Wee Littles (ages 0-5) and their caregivers! This free and relaxed gathering takes place every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Community Room. No pre-registration is required—drop in and stay as long or as little as you like! Through play, children… Continue Reading Playgroup for Wee Littles (0-5) & Caregivers

  • Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)

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

    Embark on Epic Adventures with Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)! Calling all gamers aged 13 and up! Dive into a world of imagination, strategy, and camaraderie at Whiting Library’s weekly tabletop gaming sessions. 🎲 Games We Love to Play: Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, and more! Whether you’re an experienced player or brand-new to the… Continue Reading Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)

  • Story Hour

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

    Story Hour is geared toward preschoolers, but all ages are welcome to join the fun! Each session runs from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, with approximately 15-30 minutes of focused storytime, where children will enjoy engaging stories, hand plays, music, and occasional new book previews from the library. The remaining time is free choice, allowing… Continue Reading Story Hour

  • Virtual Author Talk: Clara Bingham

    How Women's Liberation Transformed America: In Conversation with Clara Bingham, Thursday, March 20 Join us for a transformative conversation with award-winning journalist and author Clara Bingham as she chats with us about her new book, The Movement: How Women's Liberation Transformed America, 1963-1973. The Movement is a comprehensive and engaging oral history of the decade… Continue Reading Virtual Author Talk: Clara Bingham

  • Creative Aging: Telling Your Story Through Collage Art

    This six-week class emphasizes community-building and artistic skill-building in a relaxed and fun setting. Participants will learn diverse collage methods in a community setting, emphasizing story-sharing, exchanging ideas, creating material to share, and relaxing time to develop. The class aims to build a community where creative exploration is possible, and students can explore at their… Continue Reading Creative Aging: Telling Your Story Through Collage Art

  • Older adults participating in a chair yoga class. A woman in the foreground wearing a blue and white striped shirt sits on a chair with her arms raised overhead. Other participants are seated behind her, also lifting their arms.

    Chair Yoga

    Chair yoga allows you to get fit while you sit! Learn chair-adapted poses in this class focused on gentle movements to increase mobility and enhance flexibility. Move your body, stay healthy, and have fun! This program is generously funded with a Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Communities grant. Space is limited. Please contact Gail… Continue Reading Chair Yoga

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

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

    Join us at Whiting Library for our Weekly Playgroup for the Wee Littles (ages 0-5) and their caregivers! This free and relaxed gathering takes place every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Community Room. No pre-registration is required—drop in and stay as long or as little as you like! Through play, children… Continue Reading Playgroup for Wee Littles (0-5) & Caregivers

  • Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)

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

    Embark on Epic Adventures with Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)! Calling all gamers aged 13 and up! Dive into a world of imagination, strategy, and camaraderie at Whiting Library’s weekly tabletop gaming sessions. 🎲 Games We Love to Play: Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, and more! Whether you’re an experienced player or brand-new to the… Continue Reading Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)

  • Story Hour

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

    Story Hour is geared toward preschoolers, but all ages are welcome to join the fun! Each session runs from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, with approximately 15-30 minutes of focused storytime, where children will enjoy engaging stories, hand plays, music, and occasional new book previews from the library. The remaining time is free choice, allowing… Continue Reading Story Hour

  • LEGO Builders Club

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

    Join us for an hour of creative, hands-on fun with building bricks aka LEGOs! Each month, young builders can let their imaginations soar in a relaxed and playful environment. While a monthly theme and inspiration cards are available for those who need a little guidance, kids are free to create whatever they dream up. Completed… Continue Reading LEGO Builders Club

  • Virtual Author Talk: Jennifer Weiner

    Zoom Online

    Dreams We Chace: An Author Talk with Novelist with Jennifer Weiner, Wednesday, March 26 You're invited to a glimmering conversation with New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Weiner as we chat about her books' signature emotional depth that has inspired readers toward self-discovery for decades. Hearing from the queen of fun herself, we'll chat with… Continue Reading Virtual Author Talk: Jennifer Weiner

  • Creative Aging: Telling Your Story Through Collage Art

    This six-week class emphasizes community-building and artistic skill-building in a relaxed and fun setting. Participants will learn diverse collage methods in a community setting, emphasizing story-sharing, exchanging ideas, creating material to share, and relaxing time to develop. The class aims to build a community where creative exploration is possible, and students can explore at their… Continue Reading Creative Aging: Telling Your Story Through Collage Art

  • Older adults participating in a chair yoga class. A woman in the foreground wearing a blue and white striped shirt sits on a chair with her arms raised overhead. Other participants are seated behind her, also lifting their arms.

    Chair Yoga

    Chair yoga allows you to get fit while you sit! Learn chair-adapted poses in this class focused on gentle movements to increase mobility and enhance flexibility. Move your body, stay healthy, and have fun! This program is generously funded with a Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Communities grant. Space is limited. Please contact Gail… Continue Reading Chair Yoga

  • Play Group for the 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… Continue Reading Play Group for the Wee Littles (0-5) & Caregivers

  • 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.

    Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)

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

    Embark on Epic Adventures with Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)! Calling all gamers aged 13 and up! Dive into a world of imagination, strategy, and camaraderie at Whiting Library’s weekly tabletop gaming sessions. 🎲 Games We Love to Play: Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, and more! Whether you’re an experienced player or brand-new to the tabletop scene,… Continue Reading Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)

  • Story Hour

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

    Story Hour is geared toward preschoolers, but all ages are welcome to join the fun! Each session runs from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, with approximately 15-30 minutes of focused storytime, where children will enjoy engaging stories, hand plays, music, and occasional new book previews from the library. The remaining time is free choice, allowing… Continue Reading Story Hour

  • Wordsmith and Wonder: A Virtual Author Talk with Jodi Picoult

    Zoom Online

    Step into Spring with us as we chat with the highly acclaimed New York Times bestselling author Jodi Picoult about her newest novel, By Any Other Name. Register for this virtual Author Talk here: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/upcoming In 1581, Emilia Bassano—like most young women of her day—is allowed no voice of her own. But as the Lord Chamberlain’s mistress, she… Continue Reading Wordsmith and Wonder: A Virtual Author Talk with Jodi Picoult

  • Vermont Reads: Gather Book Discussion

    Join us for a book discussion of this year’s Vermont Reads selection, "Gather." "Gather is a dog, but 'Gather' is about gathering together resources, people, and love." -- Judge's citation, National Book Foundation Since 2003, Vermont Humanities has invited students, adults, and seniors across the state to read the same book and participate in a… Continue Reading Vermont Reads: Gather Book Discussion

  • Creative Aging: Telling Your Story Through Collage Art

    This six-week class emphasizes community-building and artistic skill-building in a relaxed and fun setting. Participants will learn diverse collage methods in a community setting, emphasizing story-sharing, exchanging ideas, creating material to share, and relaxing time to develop. The class aims to build a community where creative exploration is possible, and students can explore at their… Continue Reading Creative Aging: Telling Your Story Through Collage Art

  • A smiling man sits at a library table holding a tablet, with bookshelves and other people reading or using devices in the background. A blue banner at the bottom reads: “Free digital literacy workshops at your library.” Logos in the corner indicate support from the Public Library Association and AT&T.

    Using a PC

    If you know a bit about using a mouse and keyboard but don't know how to use a computer, this is the class for you. Learn how to use a PC (Personal Computer) with the Windows 11 Operating System. These free digital literacy training workshops for the community to help close the digital divide as… Continue Reading Using a PC

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

  • The Stories, Science, and History of Trees with Smithsonian Gardens Greenhouse Horticulturalist Matthew Fleming

    Join us virtually or in person at Whiting Library as Smithsonian Horticulturalist Matthew Fleming guides us through the secret world of trees, as revealed in the beautiful and absorbing guide to the giants of the plant world—The Tree Book: The Stories, Science, and History of Trees. Trees occur naturally throughout the world and have been… Continue Reading The Stories, Science, and History of Trees with Smithsonian Gardens Greenhouse Horticulturalist Matthew Fleming

  • 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.

    Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)

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

    Embark on Epic Adventures with Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)! Calling all gamers aged 13 and up! Dive into a world of imagination, strategy, and camaraderie at Whiting Library’s weekly tabletop gaming sessions. 🎲 Games We Love to Play: Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, and more! Whether you’re an experienced player or brand-new to the… Continue Reading Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)

  • Story Hour

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

    Story Hour is geared toward preschoolers, but all ages are welcome to join the fun! Each session runs from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, with approximately 15-30 minutes of focused storytime, where children will enjoy engaging stories, hand plays, music, and occasional new book previews from the library. The remaining time is free choice, allowing… Continue Reading Story Hour

  • Celebrate National Unicorn Day at Whiting Library!

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

    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… Continue Reading Celebrate National Unicorn Day at Whiting Library!

  • Creative Aging: Telling Your Story Through Collage Art

    This six-week class emphasizes community-building and artistic skill-building in a relaxed and fun setting. Participants will learn diverse collage methods in a community setting, emphasizing story-sharing, exchanging ideas, creating material to share, and relaxing time to develop. The class aims to build a community where creative exploration is possible, and students can explore at their… Continue Reading Creative Aging: Telling Your Story Through Collage Art

  • A smiling man sits at a library table holding a tablet, with bookshelves and other people reading or using devices in the background. A blue banner at the bottom reads: “Free digital literacy workshops at your library.” Logos in the corner indicate support from the Public Library Association and AT&T.

    Internet Basics

    In this workshop, you will introduce newly connected users to basic terminology, functionality, and navigation of internet browsers, search engines, and websites. These free digital literacy training workshops for the community to help close the digital divide as part of a national collaboration supported by the Public Library Association and AT&T. Using resources from Digitallearn.org… Continue Reading Internet Basics

  • Family Gardening Fun at the Whiting Library Playtime

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

    Staff from the Springfield Area Parent Child Center will be on hand to introduce children to gardening with fun and engaging activities. Whiting Library hosts a weekly playtime for young children(0-5 years old) and their parents and caregivers on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. No need to pre-register.. Stay as long or as… Continue Reading Family Gardening Fun at the Whiting Library Playtime

  • 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.

    Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)

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

    Embark on Epic Adventures with Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)! Calling all gamers aged 13 and up! Dive into a world of imagination, strategy, and camaraderie at Whiting Library’s weekly tabletop gaming sessions. 🎲 Games We Love to Play: Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, and more! Whether you’re an experienced player or brand-new to the tabletop scene,… Continue Reading Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)

  • Story Hour

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

    Story Hour is geared toward preschoolers, but all ages are welcome to join the fun! Each session runs from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, with approximately 15-30 minutes of focused storytime, where children will enjoy engaging stories, hand plays, music, and occasional new book previews from the library. The remaining time is free choice, allowing… Continue Reading Story Hour