Vermont law requires that our state budget address Vermonters’ right to health, housing, dignified work, education, food, social security, and a healthy environment. Although it's a work of fiction, Gather by Kenneth Cadow shows us that we often fail to keep these promises to each other. Join Stephanie Yu, Executive Director of Public Assets Institute,… Continue Reading Vermont Reads: Gather Are We Keeping Our Promises
Join our special guests, Stu Fuchs and Sarah Carlisle, for a family concert. Get ready to sing, dance, and have some fun! Stu Fuchs is an award-winning musician and teaching artist who empowers people of all backgrounds to express themselves through creative play. A “classically trained, improvisational freed multi-instrumentalist,” Stu blends mindfulness and music at… Continue Reading Family Concert with Stu Fuchs and Family
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
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 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
You’re invited to an online intimate conversation with bestselling author Rachelle Bergstein as she chats about her newest book The Genius of Judy. This book takes an expansive look at Judy Blume’s life, work, and cultural impact, focusing on her most iconic—and controversial—young adult novels, from Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret to Blubber. Register for this virtual event… Continue Reading How Judy Blume Rewrote Childhood for All of Us with Author Rachelle Bergstein: A Virtual Author Talk
This workshop is for those who have a new iOS mobile device or are considering getting one and want to learn more about the basic functions. It will support attendees to get connected, identify common apps, and build confidence in using their devices safely. These free digital literacy training workshops for the community to help close… Continue Reading iOS Mobile Device Basics
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
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 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
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
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
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 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
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
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 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
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.
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
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
This intergenerational movie series for individuals with dementia, their friends, and families is open to everyone. This afternoon's presentation is Mama Mia, the 2008 story of a bride-to-be trying to find her real father, told through hit songs by the popular 1970s group ABBA. Starring Meryl Streep, Pierce Brosnan, Amanda Seyfried, Colin Firth and Stellan Skarsgård… Continue Reading Summer Flicks: Mama Mia
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
This online event will be 30 minutes in length. Register here: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/77774/register Join us as award-winning author and summer reading champion Katherine Applegate talks to viewers about her enthusiastically heartwarming novel in verse, Odder. Everyone wants to meet Odder, the Queen of Play. Odder spends her days off the coast of central California, practicing her underwater… Continue Reading Living the Otter Life with Katherine Applegate (3rd-6th Grade)
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
One of New England’s largest waddlers is the American black bear. Although often feared, these sizable mammals are intelligent, sneaky, and beautiful. How can we share our habitats safely with these two hundred pound omnivores? Come activate your inner bear as we learn about the life of black bears, explore black bear biofacts, snuggle up… Continue Reading Summer Unplugged – Bears!
Sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge! Join Whiting Library for a summer filled with reading, creativity, and discovery! Our Summer Reading Challenge encourages kids simply to read every day—no sign-up, timers, or reading logs required. Just stop by the Youth Room, pick up a summer reading challenge sheet (or not!), and take part in… Continue Reading Summer Reading Challenge Kick Off Party with author Carrie Kruck
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
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
Raptors are amazing predators that soar, swoop, dive, and glide. Learn what makes raptors unique, the differences between some native raptor species, and why they are such important predators in their environments. Immerse your senses in calls, feathers, and fun as we study where and how raptors thrive and survive. We may just even see… Continue Reading Summer Unplugged – Raptors!
Thursdays, July 3 through August 21 at 6 p.m. Want to make a difference in your community and earn service hours? Drop by one of our Community Service Club meetings! Exclusively open to students aged 13+, the Community Service Club's mission is to promote and grow library services for teens and others by: Planning and running teen… Continue Reading Teen Community Service Club
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
This online event will be 30 minutes in length. Register here: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/upcoming Join author and illustrator Raúl The Third as he discusses his book ¡Vamos! Let’s Go Read!. Meet Little Lobo and friends as they explore their library's Libro Love Book Festival! From cookbook demonstrations and comics workshops to mask making and language classes, this library has… Continue Reading Drawing Your World with Raúl The Third (PK-2nd Grade)
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
Looking to make some home improvements? Check out how some of Vermont and New Hampshire’s builders craft their structures! From birds to bees, mollusks to reptiles, certain creatures are able to keep safe in hand-made (or rather, paw- and claw-made) accommodations. Be prepared to learn paws-on as we explore which creatures create a harder exterior!… Continue Reading Summer Unplugged – Homebodies & Shell-ters
If you want to participate in the book club, don't hesitate to get in touch with the library at director@WhitingLibrary.org or call 802-875-2277 to reserve a copy.
PADDINGTON IN PERU follows Paddington and the Brown family as they visit Aunt Lucy in Peru. A thrilling adventure ensues when a mystery plunges them into an unexpected journey through the Amazon rainforest and to the mountain peaks of Peru. Starring Ben Whishaw, Hugh Bonneville, Emily Mortimer, Antonio Banderas, Olivia Colman. Columbia Pictures, 2024, Rated… Continue Reading Summer Flicks: Paddington in Peru
Thursdays, July 3 through August 21 at 6 p.m. Want to make a difference in your community and earn service hours? Drop by one of our Community Service Club meetings! Exclusively open to students aged 13+, the Community Service Club's mission is to promote and grow library services for teens and others by: Planning and running teen… Continue Reading Teen Community Service Club
Read aloud to Orla, a gentle therapy dog. This relaxed, judgment-free program is perfect for emerging and reluctant readers. Whiting Library is pleased to partner with Kathleen Karl, a trained therapy dog handler, experienced educator, and classroom teacher, for this spectacular 2025 Summer Reading event. Wednesdays and Fridays, July 2-August 2 11:30 a.m. to 12:30… Continue Reading Read to a Dog
Unleash the artist within! Join us for crafting and fun. We will provide refreshments, craft materials, coloring books, and colored pencils; you bring the conversation. If you want, bring a craft you are working on or try something new! The featured activity this week is painting. Learn a simple painting technique along with a bit… Continue Reading Drop-in Friday Crafternoon: Paint Like Alma Woodsey Thomas
What are some ways we can conserve butterfly habitat? What does a good butterfly garden look like? When, how, and why do Monarch butterflies go to Mexico? Meet Jerry Schneider, aka The Butterfly Guy, and learn interesting butterfly characteristics (did you know that butterflies taste with their feet?) and more. Jerry brings displays of butterflies… Continue Reading The Colorful World of Butterflies!
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
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
Come read to a furry friend! 🐶 Kids are invited to boost their reading confidence by reading aloud to a gentle, trained therapy dog named Orla. Our Tales to Tails program provides a calm, playful, and nonjudgmental space where young readers can practice their skills, build fluency, and enjoy the company of a four-legged listener. Reading to… Continue Reading Tales to Tails: Read to a Dog!
From silent flights to super senses and kooky camouflage, animals have evolved to survive in a competitive world. Using observation, hands-on examination of bio-facts (animal furs, feathers, bones, and more) and other engaging activities, participants will enjoy learning about the incredible physical and behavioral adaptations that animals use to thrive in their habitats! The Nature… Continue Reading Summer Unplugged – Thrive & Survive: A Guide for New England’s Predators & Prey
“Moana 2” reunites Moana and Maui three years later for an expansive new voyage alongside a crew of unlikely seafarers. After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced. Starring Auli'i Cravalho, Hualālai… Continue Reading Summer Flicks: Moana 2
To register for this online event, visit https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/upcoming Explore the intricate world of Legend with Marie Lu as she encourages readers to look beyond the surface and reveal hidden secrets. Explore the depths of deceit, battle for power, and the lengths characters will go to unmask the Truth. Legend is a dystopian novel where two unlikely characters,… Continue Reading Discerning the Truth with Marie Lu (9th-12th Grade)
Thursdays, July 3 through August 21 at 6 p.m. Want to make a difference in your community and earn service hours? Drop by one of our Community Service Club meetings! Exclusively open to students aged 13+, the Community Service Club's mission is to promote and grow library services for teens and others by: Planning and running teen… Continue Reading Teen Community Service Club
Come read to a furry friend! 🐶 Kids are invited to boost their reading confidence by reading aloud to a gentle, trained therapy dog named Orla. Our Tales to Tails program provides a calm, playful, and nonjudgmental space where young readers can practice their skills, build fluency, and enjoy the company of a four-legged listener. Reading to… Continue Reading Tales to Tails: Read to a Dog!
Unleash the artist within! Join us for crafting and fun. We will provide refreshments, craft materials, coloring books, and colored pencils; you bring the conversation. If you want, bring a craft you are working on or try something new! This week's featured activity is altering photos by blending photography and fiber arts! Explore the techniques… Continue Reading Drop-in Friday Crafternoon: Victoria Villasana Inspired Art
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
Story Time 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 Time
Come read to a furry friend! 🐶 Kids are invited to boost their reading confidence by reading aloud to a gentle, trained therapy dog named Orla. Our Tales to Tails program provides a calm, playful, and nonjudgmental space where young readers can practice their skills, build fluency, and enjoy the company of a four-legged listener. Reading to… Continue Reading Tales to Tails: Read to a Dog!
Bats often get a bad rap even though they’re incredibly important, and special, animals. Several species of these night-flying fuzzy mammals call New England home. Come join us to dispel bat myths and learn more about these misunderstood winged wonders. Explore bat biofacts, stick around for a bat story, and join the hunt in a… Continue Reading Summer Unplugged – Fuzzy, Flying, & Misunderstood: Bats!
This online event will be 45 minutes in length. Register here: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/upcoming You’re invited to join us online with award-winning author Rex Ogle as he talks to viewers about his struggles to navigate sixth grade as written about in his book Free Lunch. Instead of giving him lunch money, Rex’s mom has signed him up for… Continue Reading Illuminating Hope and Grace in the Face of Hardship with Rex Ogle (5th-8th Grade)
Four misfits are suddenly pulled through a mysterious portal into a bizarre, cubic wonderland that thrives on imagination. To return home, they'll have to master this world while embarking on a quest with an unexpected, expert crafter. Jack Black, Emma Myers, Jason Momoa, Jennifer Coolidge, Danielle Brooks Warner Bros.. 2025, 101 minutes, Rated PG
Thursdays, July 3 through August 21 at 6 p.m. Want to make a difference in your community and earn service hours? Drop by one of our Community Service Club meetings! Exclusively open to students aged 13+, the Community Service Club's mission is to promote and grow library services for teens and others by: Planning and running teen… Continue Reading Teen Community Service Club
Come read to a furry friend! 🐶 Kids are invited to boost their reading confidence by reading aloud to a gentle, trained therapy dog named Orla. Our Tales to Tails program provides a calm, playful, and nonjudgmental space where young readers can practice their skills, build fluency, and enjoy the company of a four-legged listener. Reading to… Continue Reading Tales to Tails: Read to a Dog!
Unleash the artist within! Join us for crafting and fun. We will provide refreshments, craft materials, coloring books, and colored pencils; you bring the conversation. If you want, bring a craft you are working on or try something new! The featured activity this week involves dying scarves.
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
Dear Summer Readers and Their Grown Ups, As I prepare for our exciting Summer Reading Awards Party on 8/2/25, I kindly ask all participants to turn in their summer reading challenge accomplishments and the final tally of hours they have read by July 30th. This will help us ensure that everyone’s hard work is recognized… Continue Reading Last Day to Report Reading and Summer Reading Challenge Accomplishments
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 Time
Come read to a furry friend! 🐶 Kids are invited to boost their reading confidence by reading aloud to a gentle, trained therapy dog named Orla. Our Tales to Tails program provides a calm, playful, and nonjudgmental space where young readers can practice their skills, build fluency, and enjoy the company of a four-legged listener. Reading to… Continue Reading Tales to Tails: Read to a Dog!
What’s for dinner? We learn a lot from the natural world by investigating the scat that animals leave behind! Get ready to digest information on identifying excrement from our local fauna, and participate in creating your own oatmeal-based “scat” for identification! Please note, this activity involves touching food items. The Nature Museum aims to engage… Continue Reading Summer Unplugged – Super Scat! Species & Their Feces
You’re invited to a fascinating conversation with neurologist and author Pria Anand to chat about her new book The Mind Electric: A Neurologist on the Strangeness and Wonder of Our Brains (forthcoming June 10, 2025). Register for this online event here: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/upcoming. The Mind Electric speaks to the stories we tell ourselves about our brains, and the stories… Continue Reading On the Strangeness and Wonder of Our Brains with Pria Anand
Come read to a furry friend! 🐶 Kids are invited to boost their reading confidence by reading aloud to a gentle, trained therapy dog named Orla. Our Tales to Tails program provides a calm, playful, and nonjudgmental space where young readers can practice their skills, build fluency, and enjoy the company of a four-legged listener. Reading to… Continue Reading Tales to Tails: Read to a Dog!
This event will honor the fantastic readers who took on the summer reading challenge! Everyone is invited, whether you read or not, and all summer readers will be recognized for their efforts and receive special awards. Let's give them a round of applause and fabulous recognition for their commitment to reading and the library! Join… Continue Reading Summer Reading Ice Cream Party: Celebrate Summer Readers at the Youth Library!
Register for this online event here: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/upcoming. Delve into the fascinating world of birds through astonishing photography and clear explanations in this absorbing global guide, The Bird Book: The Stories, Science, and History of Birds. Birds are dinosaurs with a history going back millions of years. Our fascination with them runs deep in history, and… Continue Reading The Stories, Science, and History of Birds with Smithsonian Biologist Jay Falk
Say goodbye to mealtime battles and hello to realistic, nourishing meals the whole family will actually eat. In this class, you'll learn how to build balanced plates for kids and adults alike, creative ways to sneak in nutrient-dense foods, and strategies to reduce stress and guilt around food. Perfect for busy parents who want to… Continue Reading Feeding the Family Without Losing Your Mind
Calling all Fairies, Elves & Imps! Fire up your imaginations by creating your own Fairy Village. We inspire students by teaching them some building basics, showing them some inspiring examples and reading a fairy story. Then, students take to the outdoors to create fairy houses, parks, gardens, or whatever they're inspired to build! We will… Continue Reading Summer Unplugged – Fairy Houses!
Discover hands-on, engaging art projects from Art Lab for Kids by Susan Schwake. Susan Schwake has written six books about creating art with children (and daring adults). She runs a gallery/studio/art academy called Artstream Studios in Rochester, New Hampshire, where she’s been teaching art to children and adults since 1993.
Still wired at bedtime but dragging all day? Relying on coffee to survive? This class explores the science behind your sleep cycles, stress response, and caffeine habits—especially for parents and busy professionals. You’ll leave with simple strategies to improve your sleep, reduce cortisol spikes, and feel more energized without another latte.
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Aging doesn’t have to mean decline—it can mean deeper connection to your body. This class dives into how nutritional needs shift with age, how to support hormones, bones, metabolism, and mindset in perimenopause, menopause, and beyond. Learn how to nourish your body, honor the changes, and thrive through every season of life.
This intergenerational movie series for individuals with dementia, their friends, and families is open to everyone. This afternoon's presentation is Tea for Two. An aspiring actress takes a bet that she can answer "no" to every question posed to her for 24 hours in order to win the opportunity to finance and star in her… Continue Reading Summer Flicks: Tea for Two
Register for this online event here: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/upcoming. Bring an appetite for sizzling drama as we discuss New York Times bestselling author Casey McQuiston's latest romantic comedy, The Pairing. When two bisexual exes accidentally book the same European food and wine tour, they challenge each other to a hookup competition to prove they're over each other—except they're definitely… Continue Reading Returning to Romance Through Food and Flirty Fun in Fiction with Casey McQuiston
Gallbladder removal doesn't mean you can't enjoy—or need—healthy fats. In this class, we’ll break down how digestion works post-cholecystectomy, what symptoms might be signs of poor fat absorption, and what you can do nutritionally and supplementally to support digestion, reduce discomfort, and keep your energy and hormones in balance.
Register for this online event here: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/upcoming. Learn how to master the daily grind and become shatterproof in a tumultuous world with key insights by Dr. Tasha Eurich as she talks about her newest book, Shatterproof: How to Thrive in a World of Constant Chaos (And why resilience alone isn’t enough). Are you working too… Continue Reading How to Thrive in a World of Constant Chaos with Organizational Psychologist Dr. Tasha Eurich
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. Story Time is essential for… Continue Reading Story Time
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
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)
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. Story Time is essential for… Continue Reading Story Time
The selection for today is Mr. and Mrs. Prince: How an Extraordinary Eighteenth-century Family Moved Out of slavery and into Legend by Gretchen Holbrook Gerzina. If you want to participate in the book club, contact the library at director@WhitingLibrary.org or call 802-875-2277 to reserve a copy.
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)
Join us for an enchanting, dragon-filled library adventure! Carrie King, Youth Librarian, will be reading 100 Mighty Dragons All Named Broccoli along with other fiery dragon tales sure to spark your imagination. After the stories, families can pick up fun dragon-themed art activities to make at home. Held in the backyard of the library or… Continue Reading Dragon Tales at the Whiting Library
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
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)
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. Story Time is essential for… Continue Reading Story Time
Build, play, and create at the library! At this event kids can design their own masterpiece, then display it in the Youth Room. Play isn’t just fun—it builds problem-solving, motor skills, and storytelling, all essential to literacy growth. Younger siblings can enjoy big blocks, and building books are on hand for inspiration. 📅 Wednesdays, September… Continue Reading LEGO Builders Club
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
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)
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. Story Time is essential for… Continue Reading Story Time
Celebrate Nature, Art, and Language with Local Author Jonathan Otto at Whiting Library The Whiting Library is excited to welcome local author and illustrator Jonathan Otto for a special family event on Saturday, October 4th at 10:30 AM in the Community Room. A former Chester resident, Jonathan will read aloud from his beautifully illustrated children’s… Continue Reading Child of the Wild
Library Update The Community Room, Vermont Room, and Book Sale Room are closed for building repairs. We’ll let you know when the downstairs reopens. The main floor is open with books, games, toys, and take-n-make crafts. Don’t forget your digital library is open 24/7 through the Libby app (use your library card + PIN =… Continue Reading Playgroup for Wee Littles (0-5) & Caregivers
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)
Library Update The Community Room, Vermont Room, and Book Sale Room are closed for building repairs. We’ll let you know when the downstairs reopens. The main floor is open with books, games, toys, and take-n-make crafts. Don’t forget your digital library is open 24/7 through the Libby app (use your library card + PIN =… Continue Reading Story Time