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  • Teen Community Service Club

    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...

  • Tales to Tails: Read to a Dog!

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

    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...

  • Drop-in Friday Crafternoon: Sharpie-dyed Silk Scarves

    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...

  • 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,...

  • Story Time

    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...

  • Tales to Tails: Read to a Dog!

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

    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...

  • Summer Unplugged – Super Scat! Species & Their Feces

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

    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...

  • Tales to Tails: Read to a Dog!

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

    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...

  • Feeding the Family Without Losing Your Mind

    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...

  • Summer Unplugged – Fairy Houses!

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

    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...

  • Closed for Staff Day

    We're working to make sure our staff can serve you best... CLOSED FOR STAFF DAY on Friday, August 15

  • Strong, Soft & Wise: Holistic Health for the Aging Body

    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...

  • Summer Flicks: Tea for Two

    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...

  • Canceled Fat without a Gallbladder: How to Digest & Thrive – CANCELED

    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...

  • Story Time

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

  • 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,...

  • 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...

  • Story Time

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

  • 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...

  • Dragon Tales at the Whiting Library

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

  • 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,...

  • 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...

  • Story Time

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

  • LEGO Builders Club

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

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

    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,...

  • 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...

  • Story Time

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

  • Child of the Wild

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

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

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

  • 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...

  • Story Time

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

  • Program is Full: Slime-O-Palooza

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

  • Adult Book Discussion

    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

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

  • 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...

  • Story Time

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

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

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

  • 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...

  • Story Time

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

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

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

  • 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...

  • Story Time

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

  • Halloween Treats!

    Whiting Library 117 Main St., CHESTER, VT, 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

    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,...

  • Story Time

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

  • Story Time

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

  • LEGO Builders Club

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

  • Adult Book Discussion

    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

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

  • Teen Games Group

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

    Looking for some after-school fun? Join Whiting Library’s Teen Games Group—a place to relax, laugh, and play all kinds of games with friends! We’ll mix it up each week with...

  • Story Time

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

  • 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,...

  • 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,...

  • Teen Games Group

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

    Looking for some after-school fun? Join Whiting Library’s Teen Games Group—a place to relax, laugh, and play all kinds of games with friends! We’ll mix it up each week with...

  • “A circular Family Place Libraries logo featuring a stylized tree with multicolored leaves and exposed roots. At the center of the tree is a heart shape containing a simple icon of an adult and child. The text around the circle reads ‘Family Place Libraries’ at the top and ‘Building Foundations for Early Learning’ at the bottom.”

    Family Place Parent Child Workshop

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

    This interactive play workshop is for babies and toddlers ages 0 - 3 years and their parents/caregivers. This fun, informal, play-based program provides a rich environment of toys, books, and...

  • Drop-in Crafts and Holiday Wrapping

    Drop in for crafts and treats. Need more space to create holiday cards, wrap gifts, or want some privacy away from prying eyes? Wrap your gifts at the library! You...

  • 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,...

  • Teen Games Group

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

    Looking for some after-school fun? Join Whiting Library’s Teen Games Group—a place to relax, laugh, and play all kinds of games with friends! We’ll mix it up each week with...

  • “A circular Family Place Libraries logo featuring a stylized tree with multicolored leaves and exposed roots. At the center of the tree is a heart shape containing a simple icon of an adult and child. The text around the circle reads ‘Family Place Libraries’ at the top and ‘Building Foundations for Early Learning’ at the bottom.”

    Family Place Parent Child Workshop

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

    This interactive play workshop is for babies and toddlers ages 0 - 3 years and their parents/caregivers. This fun, informal, play-based program provides a rich environment of toys, books, and...

  • Colorful Art

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

    Unleash your creativity with colorful crayon and tempora paint!  All materials will be provided. Just bring your imagination! This event is best suited for school-aged kids. Space is limited! Please...

  • Drop-in Crafts and Holiday Wrapping

    Drop in for crafts and treats. Need more space to create holiday cards, wrap gifts, or want some privacy away from prying eyes? Wrap your gifts at the library! You...

  • A black and white photograph showing four elegantly dressed women gathered at a small table for tea under a draped canopy, surrounded by numerous potted plants.

    Winter Tea Party

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    Adults and families are invited to Whiting Library's Winter Reading Tea Party! Enjoy various teas, coffees, cocoa, and cookies while creating simple winter and Victorian crafts. You can get a...

  • 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,...

  • Teen Games Group

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

    Looking for some after-school fun? Join Whiting Library’s Teen Games Group—a place to relax, laugh, and play all kinds of games with friends! We’ll mix it up each week with...

  • “A circular Family Place Libraries logo featuring a stylized tree with multicolored leaves and exposed roots. At the center of the tree is a heart shape containing a simple icon of an adult and child. The text around the circle reads ‘Family Place Libraries’ at the top and ‘Building Foundations for Early Learning’ at the bottom.”

    Family Place Parent Child Workshop

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

    This interactive play workshop is for babies and toddlers ages 0 - 3 years and their parents/caregivers. This fun, informal, play-based program provides a rich environment of toys, books, and...

  • A vintage movie poster for the film "Christmas in Connecticut" featuring cast names Barbara Stanwyck, Dennis Morgan, and Sydney Greenstreet, illustrations of the actors, and a large, colorful script title.

    Christmas in Connecticut (1945)

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    Enjoy a classic holiday movie and treats. In this film, a columnist for a national housekeeping magazine, as part of a promotional stunt, welcomes a returning war hero into her...

  • Drop-in Crafts and Holiday Wrapping

    Drop in for crafts and treats. Need more space to create holiday cards, wrap gifts, or want some privacy away from prying eyes? Wrap your gifts at the library! You...

  • 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,...

  • Teen Games Group

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

    Looking for some after-school fun? Join Whiting Library’s Teen Games Group—a place to relax, laugh, and play all kinds of games with friends! We’ll mix it up each week with...

  • 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,...

  • Teen Games Group

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

    Looking for some after-school fun? Join Whiting Library’s Teen Games Group—a place to relax, laugh, and play all kinds of games with friends! We’ll mix it up each week with...

  • Story Time

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

  • 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,...

  • Teen Games Group

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

    Looking for some after-school fun? Join Whiting Library’s Teen Games Group—a place to relax, laugh, and play all kinds of games with friends! We’ll mix it up each week with...

  • Story Time

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

  • 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,...

  • Teen Games Group

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

    Looking for some after-school fun? Join Whiting Library’s Teen Games Group—a place to relax, laugh, and play all kinds of games with friends! We’ll mix it up each week with...

  • Story Time

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

  • Get Hygge at Whiting Library!

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

    Enjoy stories, treats, crafts and ​puzzles inspired by the cozy and comfortable feeling of contentment or well-being called hygge, a Danish concept that emphasizes contentment by enjoying simple pleasures and...

  • Adult Book Discussion

    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.

  • Drop-In Tech Help

    Drop-in tech help is available to assist with less complex computer issues that require 15 -20 minutes of help. The sessions may be limited in time depending on the number...