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

    Whiting Library is home to two weekly playgroups in Chester for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m....

  • Story Hour with Carrie

    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...

  • Penny University featuring Black Sheep Radio

    Our friends from WOOL FM 91.5 will be here to share about Black Sheep Radio, a community station serving Vermont and New Hampshire. This program is part of Whiting Library’s...

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

    Whiting Library is home to two weekly playgroups in Chester for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m....

  • Story Hour with Carrie

    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...

  • Artist Reception- Stone Village Art Guild

    The Stone Village Art Guild is having an Artist Reception in the Suzy Forlie Memorial Reading Room for their Spring Exhibit at the Whiting Library on Saturday, May 27 at...

  • Story Hour

    Story Hour is geared for preschoolers but all ages are encouraged to join in the fun! Enjoy stories, music, crafts, and new book previews from the Library. Story Hour is for...

  • Make Believe Story Hour

    Ahoy, Mates! Set sail with Whiting Library to explore a big wide ocean of new possibilities! We’re celebrating creative imagination, pretend play and make believe! At this special weekend family...

  • Story Hour

    Story Hour is geared for preschoolers but all ages are encouraged to join in the fun! Enjoy stories, music, crafts, and new book previews from the Library. Story Hour is for...

  • Big Bubbles: explore big, colorful bubble fun

    Having fun isn’t hard when you have a library card! Don’t have a library card? Stop in today to get one. Sign up for Whiting Library’s summer reading challenge, too!...

  • June Book Club

    The Whiting Library Book Club will meet on Wednesday, June 14th at 5pm to discuss The Great Believers by Rebecca Makkai. The library is ordering copies from lending libraries in...

  • Gentle Yoga

    Join us for an hour of gentle stretching, breath work, and meditation. This class is perfect for beginners and experienced yogis, alike. Bring your own mat or towel (and possibly bug...

  • Writers’ Group- Initial Meeting

    Looking for a Writers' Group? Come join for an initial meeting of a new fiction writing group here in Chester in which to share work, encourage one another, and learn...

  • The Nature Museum – Summer Unplugged

    Raptors: High Flying & Fast Swooping Predators Raptors are amazing predators that soar, swoop, dive, and glide. Learn what makes raptors unique, the differences between some native raptor species, and...

  • Wii Games Group for Youth

    Join Carrie for some Wii fun! This Friday at 3PM to 4PM come play Wii Sports tennis or disc golf with us. We are practicing our skills on the Wii...

  • Library Closed

    The Whiting Library will be closed Independence Day - Tuesday, July 4th.

  • The Nature Museum – Summer Unplugged

    Righteous Reptiles and Awesome Amphibians Northern New England is home to many special reptiles and amphibians. But, how do you tell them apart? Did you know that some frogs freeze...

  • Writers’ Group

    Come join this new fiction writing group here in Chester on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month at 5pm in which to share work, encourage one another, and...

  • Story Hour

    Story Hour is geared for preschoolers but all ages are encouraged to join in the fun! Enjoy stories, music, crafts, and new book previews from the Library. Story Hour is for...

  • The Nature Museum – Summer Unplugged

    Be Aware; Care for the Black Bear! One of New England’s largest waddlers is the American black bear. Although often feared, these sizable mammals are intelligent, sneaky, and beautiful. How...

  • Story Hour

    Story Hour is geared for preschoolers but all ages are encouraged to join in the fun! Enjoy stories, music, crafts, and new book previews from the Library. Story Hour is for...

  • The Nature Museum – Summer Unplugged

    Thrive & Survive: A Guide for New England’s Predators & Prey From silent flights to super senses and kooky camouflage, animals have evolved to survive in a competitive world. Using...

  • Writers’ Group

    Come join this new fiction writing group here in Chester on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month at 5pm in which to share work, encourage one another, and...

  • Story Hour

    Story Hour is geared for preschoolers but all ages are encouraged to join in the fun! Enjoy stories, music, crafts, and new book previews from the Library. Story Hour is for...

  • The Nature Museum – Summer Unplugged

    Super Scat! Species & Their Feces 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...

  • Foraging Safely with Gaal Shepherd Crowl

    Come join us for a lesson in safe foraging practices and how to identify edible finds in your local forest. Class is Free. Space is limited to 15. Pre-registration is...

  • Playgroup of Wee Littles (0-5) and Caregivers

    Whiting Library is home to two weekly playgroups in Chester for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m....

  • Writers’ Group

    Come join this new fiction writing group here in Chester on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month at 5pm in which to share work, encourage one another, and...

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

    Whiting Library is home to two weekly playgroups in Chester for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m....

  • The Nature Museum – Summer Unplugged

    Lettuce Learn About Lagomorphs (Rabbits & Hares) Hare ye, hare ye! Did you know that rabbits and hares are not rodents, but instead are classified as lagomorphs? Hop on over...

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

    Whiting Library is home to two weekly playgroups in Chester for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m....

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

    Whiting Library is home to two weekly playgroups in Chester for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m....

  • The Nature Museum – Summer Unplugged

    Fairy Houses Building (NOTE: This program is 1 hour) Calling all Fairies, Elves & Imps! Fire up your imaginations by creating your own Fairy Village. We inspire students by teaching...

  • August Book Club

    The Whiting Library Book Club will meet on Wednesday, August 9th at 4:30 PM to discuss The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave. If you would like to participate in...

  • Library Closed

    The Whiting Library will be closed on Saturday, August 12, 2023 for staff development and library software migration. The library is joining the Vermont Organization of Koha Automated Libraries (VOKAL),...

  • Annual Sale on the Green Book Sale Donations

    Got Books? The Whiting Library Trustees will be holding their annual Sale on the Green Book Sale for the Chester Fall Festival on September 16 and 17. Starting August 15,...

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

    Whiting Library is home to two weekly playgroups in Chester for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m....

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

    Whiting Library is home to two weekly playgroups in Chester for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m....

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

    Whiting Library is home to two weekly playgroups in Chester for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m....

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

    Whiting Library is home to two weekly playgroups in Chester for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m....

  • Fall Sports Sign Ups

    Chester Recreation will have Fall Sports Sign Ups at Whiting Library on Tuesday, August 29, 2023 from 2- 4PM and Tuesday, September 5, 2023 from 3-4 PM. Come sign up...

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

    Whiting Library is home to two weekly playgroups in Chester for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m....

  • Story Hour

    Story Hour is geared for preschoolers but all ages are encouraged to join in the fun! Enjoy stories, music, crafts, and new book previews from the Library. Story Hour is for...

  • Game Group

    We've got a wide variety of games to choose from including classic board games, card games, WII games, and more. Games are an essential component of the library. Information presented...

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

    Whiting Library is home to two weekly playgroups for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is...

  • Fall Sports Sign Ups

    Chester Recreation will have Fall Sports Sign Ups at Whiting Library on Tuesday, August 29, 2023 from 2- 4PM and Tuesday, September 5, 2023 from 3-4 PM. Come sign up...

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

    Whiting Library is home to two weekly playgroups for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is...

  • Story Hour

    Story Hour is geared for preschoolers but all ages are encouraged to join in the fun! Enjoy stories, music, crafts, and new book previews from the Library. Story Hour is for...

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

    Whiting Library is home to two weekly playgroups for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is...

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

    Whiting Library is home to two weekly playgroups for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is...

  • September Book Club

    The Whiting Library Book Club will meet on Wednesday, September 13th at 4:30 PM to discuss Mad Honey by Jodi Picoult. If you would like to participate in the book...

  • Story Hour

    Story Hour is geared for preschoolers but all ages are encouraged to join in the fun! Enjoy stories, music, crafts, and new book previews from the Library. Story Hour is for...

  • Annual Sale on the Green Book Sale

    The Whiting Library Trustees will be holding their annual Sale on the Green Book Sale for the Chester Fall Festival on September 16 and 17. Donations are accepted August 15-...

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

    Whiting Library is home to two weekly playgroups for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is...

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

    Whiting Library is home to two weekly playgroups for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is...

  • Story Hour

    Story Hour is geared for preschoolers but all ages are encouraged to join in the fun! Enjoy stories, music, crafts, and new book previews from the Library. Story Hour is for...

  • Games Group for Kids: Pickleball Clinic

    Thanks for all of your interest in pickle ball clinic, September’s Library Games Group. If you’re interested in joining the next pickle ball clinic with Whiting Library, register to be...

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

    Whiting Library is home to two weekly playgroups for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is...

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

    Whiting Library is home to two weekly playgroups for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is...

  • Story Hour

    Story Hour is geared for preschoolers but all ages are encouraged to join in the fun! Enjoy stories, music, crafts, and new book previews from the Library. Story Hour is for...

  • Game Group

    We've got a wide variety of games to choose from including classic board games, card games, WII games, and more. Games are an essential component of the library. Information presented...

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

    Whiting Library is home to two weekly playgroups for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is...

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

    Whiting Library is home to two weekly playgroups for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is...

  • Story Hour

    Story Hour is geared for preschoolers but all ages are encouraged to join in the fun! Enjoy stories, music, crafts, and new book previews from the Library. Story Hour is 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 in the...

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

    Whiting Library is home to two weekly playgroups for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is...

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

    Whiting Library is home to two weekly playgroups for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is...

  • October Book Club

    The Whiting Library Book Club will meet on Wednesday, October 11th at 4:30 PM to discuss Lady Bird Johnson: Hiding in Plain Sight by Julia E. Sweig. If you would...

  • Story Hour

    Story Hour is geared for preschoolers but all ages are encouraged to join in the fun! Enjoy stories, music, crafts, and new book previews from the Library. Story Hour is 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 in the...

  • After School Pokémon Club

    Kids looking for a fun opportunity to dive into the wonderful world of Pokémon are in for a treat. With this group, students can enjoy the camaraderie and educational opportunities...

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

    Whiting Library is home to two weekly playgroups for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is...

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

    Whiting Library is home to two weekly playgroups for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is...

  • Story Hour

    Story Hour is geared for preschoolers but all ages are encouraged to join in the fun! Enjoy stories, music, crafts, and new book previews from the Library. Story Hour is approximately...

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

    Whiting Library is home to two weekly playgroups for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is...

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

    Whiting Library is home to two weekly playgroups for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is...

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

    Whiting Library is home to two weekly playgroups for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is...

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

    Whiting Library is home to two weekly playgroups for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is...

  • CANCELED! Soup to Nuts: An Eccentric History of Food

    Unfortunately, we have had to cancel this program due to ongoing weather conditions in Northern Vermont. This event has been rescheduled for Saturday, November 18 at 1 p.m. The history...

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

    Whiting Library is home to two weekly playgroups for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is...

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

    Whiting Library is home to two weekly playgroups for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is...

  • CANCELED: Story Hour with Carrie

    Today's story hour is canceled in observance of Veterans Day. Story Hour is geared for preschoolers, but all ages are encouraged to join in the fun! Enjoy stories, music, crafts,...

  • CANCELED: After School Pokémon Club

    This event is canceled on Friday, November 10 as the library is closed in observance of Veterans Day. Kids looking for a fun opportunity to dive into the wonderful world...

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

    Whiting Library is home to two weekly playgroups for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is...

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

    Whiting Library is home to two weekly playgroups for the Wee Littles (0-5 years old) and their caregivers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. This is...

  • Story Hour with Carrie

    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...

  • Thanksgiving Table Decorations Workshop

    Tis the season to think about what we are most grateful for! Bring the kids to create gratitude trees or grateful turkey table toppers – a sweet addition to your...

  • Soup to Nuts: An Eclectic History of Food

    The history of what and how we eat encompasses everything from the prehistoric mammoth luau to the medieval banquet to the modern three squares a day. Find out about the...