Whiting Library

Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs)
2025-09-16 15:00 - 16:30, 2025-09-23 15:00 - 16:30, 2025-09-30 15:00 - 16:30, 2025-10-07 15:00 - 16:30, 2025-10-14 15:00 - 16:30, 2025-10-21 15:00 - 16:30, 2025-10-28 15:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Whiting Library, 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, 05143, 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, there’s a seat for you at the table. Meet fellow enthusiasts, take on thrilling quests, and immerse yourself in epic adventures—all while building new friendships.
When: Tuesdays at 3:00 PM
Where: Whiting Library
Ready to roll the dice and start your next adventure? The table is set—let the games begin!

Dragon Tales at the Whiting Library
2025-09-20 11:00 - 11:30 | Whiting Library, 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, 05143, United States
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 in the Jr. Fiction Room in case of rain.
Visit the library and let your imagination take flight!

Playgroup for Wee Littles (0-5) & Caregivers
2025-09-23 10:00 - 11:30 | Whiting Library, 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, 05143, 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 Community Room. Stay as long or as little as you like. Geared towards Caregivers who want to find friendship and build connections in the greater wee little people (0-5 years old) community.
Fun & games, plus art & craft projects in the community room downstairs!
Everyone learns best through play! Contact our Youth Librarian, for more information via youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org or call 802-875-2277.

Story Time
2025-09-24 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-11-05 10:00 - 11:00 | Whiting Library, 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, 05143, United States
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 building literacy skills—it fosters language development, imagination, and social-emotional growth. The program wraps up at 11:00 AM.
Look for us in the Community Room downstairs, or, if the weather is nice, we may be outside in the backyard.
Preregistration is appreciated but not required—drop-ins are always welcome! To sign up, call the library at 802-875-2277 or email Carrie at youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org.

LEGO Builders Club
2025-09-24 15:00 - 16:00 | Whiting Library, 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, 05143, United States
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 24 & November 12
🕒 3–4 PM
📍 Whiting Library
📞 RSVP at 802-875-2277 — contact Carrie King, Youth Librarian (youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org) for more info!
And don’t forget—you don’t have to wait for program days to build. When you come to the library, I’ll be happy to show you our big box of LEGOs and a comfy spot to make your masterpiece. It’s also a great place to meet up with friends after school and get creative together!
—Carrie

Playgroup for Wee Littles (0-5) & Caregivers
2025-09-30 10:00 - 11:30 | VT

Story Time
2025-10-01 10:00 - 11:00 | Whiting Library, 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, 05143, United States
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 building literacy skills—it fosters language development, imagination, and social-emotional growth. The program wraps up at 11:00 AM.
Look for us in the Community Room downstairs at the library.

Child of the Wild
2025-10-04 10:30 - 11:30 | Whiting Library, 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, 05143, United States
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 book, Child of the Wild, which invites readers into the world of animal families through captivating rhymes, science facts, and vivid artwork.
Following the reading, Jonathan will lead a fun and interactive limerick-building game that helps children play with language and rhythm—an important part of early literacy development. Play-based language activities like this build essential skills in reading, writing, and communication.
Guests will also enjoy a mini exhibit of Jonathan’s original illustrations from the book. To make the day extra special, the first 10 families to register will receive a free signed copy of Child of the Wild.
This free event is best suited for children ages 6 and up and their caregivers. Join us for a joyful morning of stories, art, and creativity that brings families together through the power of play and reading.
To register, call 802-875-2277 or email info@whitinglibrary.org

Playgroup for Wee Littles (0-5) & Caregivers
2025-10-07 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-10-14 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-10-21 10:00 - 11:30 | Whiting Library, 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, 05143, United States
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 = last name, first letter capitalized). Ask us for more info.
October Programs
Playgroup & Story Time will meet in the backyard—dress in layers and get ready to shake, rattle & roll to keep warm!
Storytime Costume Party: Wednesday 10/29/25
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 Community Room. Stay as long or as little as you like. Geared towards Caregivers who want to find friendship and build connections in the greater wee little people (0-5 years old) community.
Fun & games, plus art & craft projects in the community room downstairs!
Everyone learns best through play! Contact our Youth Librarian, for more information via youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org or call 802-875-2277.

Story Time
2025-10-08 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-10-15 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-10-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Whiting Library, 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, 05143, United States
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 = last name, first letter capitalized). Ask us for more info.
October Programs
Playgroup & Story Time will meet in the backyard—dress in layers and get ready to shake, rattle & roll to keep warm!
Storytime Costume Party: Wednesday 10/29/25
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 building literacy skills—it fosters language development, imagination, and social-emotional growth. The program wraps up at 11:00 AM.
Look for us in the Community Room downstairs, or, if the weather is nice, we may be outside in the backyard.
Preregistration is appreciated but not required—drop-ins are always welcome! To sign up, call the library at 802-875-2277 or email Carrie at youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org.

Program is Full: Slime-O-Palooza
2025-10-08 15:00 - 16:00 | Whiting Library, 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, 05143, United States
This program is full. Thank you so much for registering! We can’t take drop-ins this time, but we hope to see you at another program soon.
Get ready to squish, stretch, and stir up some seriously gooey fun! If you’re wild about slime, you won’t want to miss this epic afternoon of slime-making at the library. We’ll be whipping up all kinds of slime—from glittery to fluffy to glow-in-the-dark and beyond. It’s going to be a messy, creative, and totally slime-tastic time!
Geared towards kids aged 6 and up! Space is limited. Please call the library (802-872-2277) to make your reservation!

Adult Book Discussion
2025-10-08 16:30 - 17:30 | VT
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.

Playgroup for Wee Littles (0-5) & Caregivers
2025-10-28 10:00 - 11:30 | Whiting Library, 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, 05143, United States
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 = last name, first letter capitalized). Ask us for more info.
October Programs
Playgroup & Story Time will meet in the backyard on clear days —dress in layers and get ready to shake, rattle & roll! Otherwise these groups will meet indoors on the main floor of the library.
Playgroup Dance Party: Tuesday 10/28/25 and Storytime Costume Party: Wednesday 10/29/25
Wear your costume to the library during Halloween week—treats abound!
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 Community Room. Stay as long or as little as you like. Geared towards Caregivers who want to find friendship and build connections in the greater wee little people (0-5 years old) community.
Fun & games, plus art & craft projects in the community room downstairs!
Everyone learns best through play! Contact our Youth Librarian, for more information via youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org or call 802-875-2277.

Story Time
2025-10-29 10:00 - 11:00 | Whiting Library, 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, 05143, United States
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 = last name, first letter capitalized). Ask us for more info.
October Programs
Playgroup & Story Time will meet in the backyard on clear days —dress in layers and get ready to shake, rattle & roll! Otherwise these groups will meet indoors on the main floor of the library while the Community Room is closed due to construction.
Everyone learns best through play! Contact our Youth Librarian, for more information via youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org or call 802-875-2277.
Storytime Costume Party: Wednesday 10/29/25
Wear your costume to the library this Halloween week—treats abound!
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 building literacy skills—it fosters language development, imagination, and social-emotional growth. The program wraps up at 11:00 AM.
If the weather is nice, we may be outside in the backyard.
Preregistration is appreciated but not required—drop-ins are always welcome! To sign up, call the library at 802-875-2277 or email Carrie at youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org.

Halloween Treats!
2025-10-31 15:00 - 18:00 | Whiting Library, 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, 05143, United States
Visit the library for trick-or-treating, visit the face painting station and stay for drop-in crafts! Costumes encouraged!

Playgroup for Wee Littles (0-5) & Caregivers
2025-11-04 10:00 - 11:30 | Whiting Library, 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, 05143, 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. Stay as long or as little as you like. Geared towards Caregivers who want to find friendship and build connections in the greater wee little people (0-5 years old) community.
Playgroup & Story Time will meet in the backyard on clear days —dress in layers and get ready to shake, rattle & roll! Otherwise these groups will meet indoors on the main floor of the library while the Community Room is closed due to construction.
Everyone learns best through play! Contact our Youth Librarian, for more information via youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org or call 802-875-2277.

Closed for Veterans Day
2025-11-11 | VT

Story Time
2025-11-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Whiting Library, 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, 05143, United States
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 = last name, first letter capitalized). Ask us for more info.
November Programs
Playgroup & Story Time will meet in the backyard on clear days —dress in layers and get ready to shake, rattle & roll! Otherwise these groups will meet indoors on the main floor of the library while the Community Room is closed due to construction.
Everyone learns best through play! Contact our Youth Librarian, for more information via youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org or call 802-875-2277.
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 building literacy skills—it fosters language development, imagination, and social-emotional growth. The program wraps up at 11:00 AM.
If the weather is nice, we may be outside in the backyard.
Preregistration is appreciated but not required—drop-ins are always welcome! To sign up, call the library at 802-875-2277 or email Carrie at youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org.

LEGO Builders Club
2025-11-12 15:00 - 16:00 | Whiting Library, 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, 05143, United States
Space is Limited! The Community Room is closed due to construction. Please join the group on the main floor in the Junior Fiction Room. Join us for an hour of hands-on building fun on Wednesday, Nov. 12 from 3–4 PM; RSVP at 802-875-2277! And don’t forget—you don’t have to wait for program days to build. Anytime you come to the library, I’ll be happy to show you our big boxrs of LEGOs and a comfy spot to build your masterpiece. It’s also a great place to meet up with friends after school and get creative together!
Young builders can let their imaginations soar in a relaxed and playful environment. Kids are free to create whatever they dream up. Completed creations are proudly displayed in the library’s Youth Room for the entire month, with a “Builder’s Card” showcasing the name of their creation and their name.
This program isn’t just about building with LEGOs—it’s about building skills! Play is a powerful tool for developing early literacy and motor skills. Through constructing, designing, and storytelling about their creations, kids practice problem-solving, spatial reasoning, and expressive language—all critical for literacy development.
For younger siblings, a selection of DUPLO building blocks is available, ensuring the whole family can participate and enjoy stress-free fun.
Join the fun!
The four rules of Lego Club are:

Respect the space.–No running around, just sit and work on your piece.
Respect others.–That means everyone has to share and help each other out. Teamwork makes the dream work.
Respect yourself.–Stay positive. We don’t compete with or put down other club members; we build just for fun.
Respect the Legos.–We don’t throw the Legos. We don’t eat the Legos. We don’t shove the Legos up our nose. We don’t shove the Legos up our friend’s nose. And the Legos have to stay in the library at the end of the day.
