Playgroup for Littles (0-3) & Caregivers
Playgroup Update at Whiting Library. Reserve your spot here. Our Tuesday Morning Playgroup has grown into something truly special, and I’m so grateful to see so many families connecting, playing,...
Playgroup Update at Whiting Library. Reserve your spot here. Our Tuesday Morning Playgroup has grown into something truly special, and I’m so grateful to see so many families connecting, playing,...
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...
Please join us at Whiting Library on May 7th from 6 - 7 PM for a fascinating discussion on the Vermont Reads 2025 book The Light Pirate by Lily Brooks-Dalton,...
REGISTER FOR LIVE EVENT HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/155483/register WATCH RECORDING AFTER EVENT HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/archive Join us on May 7th at 7 PM for an exciting online conversation with internationally acclaimed author...
Join local early childhood expert Cara Tyrrell, teacher trainer, parent educator, and author of the recently published Talk to Them Early and Often: A Caregiver’s Guide to Intentional Language Development...
Playgroup Update at Whiting Library. Reserve your spot here. Our Tuesday Morning Playgroup has grown into something truly special, and I’m so grateful to see so many families connecting, playing,...
REGISTER FOR LIVE EVENT HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/156118/register WATCH RECORDING AFTER EVENT HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/archive Join us May 12th at 2 PM online for a timely conversation on AI, humanity, and the next...
The Page Turners: YA Book Club at Whiting LibraryLooking for a relaxed, welcoming space to talk books, share ideas, and connect with other teens? Join The Page Turners, Whiting Library’s...
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...
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.
Have you run into a technology issue you just can’t figure out? Would you like some help? Every Thursday from 2-3 our “techie” librarian Kale sits down with folks to...
Playgroup Update at Whiting Library. Reserve your spot here. Our Tuesday Morning Playgroup has grown into something truly special, and I’m so grateful to see so many families connecting, playing,...
REGISTER FOR LIVE EVENT HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/157388/register WATCH RECORDING AFTER EVENT HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/archive Join us on May 19th at 2 PM for an online author discussion. What if the only...
Monthly meeting of the library's Board of Trustees. All meetings are recorded and available publicly in accordance with Vermont's Open Meeting Law. See this page for more information. To...
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 ready to fold, flip, and create! Join us for an exciting origami program where kids will learn how to make their very own ninja star (shuriken) using just one...
Have you run into a technology issue you just can’t figure out? Would you like some help? Every Thursday from 2-3 our “techie” librarian Kale sits down with folks to...
Love Books? Love Sales? Whiting Library is putting on a special sale for the Chester Town Wide Yard Sale. So come on down on the 23rd and shop till you...
Playgroup Update at Whiting Library. Reserve your spot here. The number of participants will be limited in order to provide a higher quality of experience. Play, Connect, and Learn: A Family...
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...
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...
Have you run into a technology issue you just can’t figure out? Would you like some help? Every Thursday from 2-3 our “techie” librarian Kale sits down with folks to...
Please join us at Chester Town Hall on Thursday, May 28th from 7-8:30 PM as we welcome presenter Stephen Long. His talk will focus on the historic hurricane of 1938...
Playgroup Update at Whiting Library. Reserve your spot here. Our Tuesday Morning Playgroup has grown into something truly special, and I’m so grateful to see so many families connecting, playing, and learning together. It’s been wonderful to watch this community grow! With that growth, we’ve reached a point where a few changes will help keep...
Get ready for the Decorated Bike Ride at the Alumni Day Parade with a one-of-a-kind bike decorating party at Whiting Library! In this hands-on workshop, kids will transform everyday materials like streamers, pipe cleaners, felt, and cardboard into imaginative bike creations. Add flair to your handlebars and spokes, and make your own unique creation to...
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...
REGISTER FOR LIVE EVENT HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/161311/register WATCH RECORDING AFTER EVENT HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/archive Join us on June 3rd at 2 PM online for a fascinating discussion with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig on the history and significance of craft at state fairs—from blue-ribbon quilts to sculpted butter cows, and so much more! A Dolly Parton crop...
Have you run into a technology issue you just can’t figure out? Would you like some help? Every Thursday from 2-3 our “techie” librarian Kale sits down with folks to answer questions, teach skills, and talk through your pesky computer and mobile device problems with you. Call to schedule at (802) 875-2277, email assistantlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org, or...
Whiting Library will open at noon on Friday, June 5th for staff development. We will have delayed openings once a month on the first Fridays as staff teach each other new skills and work hard to become even better librarians!
Today's playgroup is canceled due to staff absence. Playgroup Update at Whiting Library. Our Tuesday Morning Playgroup has grown into something truly special, and I’m so grateful to see so many families connecting, playing, and learning together. It’s been wonderful to watch this community grow! With that growth, we’ve reached a point where a few...
The Page Turners: Young Adult (YA) Book Club at Whiting LibraryLooking for a relaxed, welcoming space to talk books, share ideas, and connect with other teens? Join The Page Turners, Whiting Library’s new YA Book Club! This low-pressure, monthly group is perfect for teens ages 12–18. There’s no stress to finish the book, just come as...
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...
Whiting Library's Book Club will be meeting to discuss Summer by Edith Wharton. 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.
Have you run into a technology issue you just can’t figure out? Would you like some help? Every Thursday from 2-3 our “techie” librarian Kale sits down with folks to answer questions, teach skills, and talk through your pesky computer and mobile device problems with you. Call to schedule at (802) 875-2277, email assistantlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org, or...
REGISTER FOR LIVE EVENT HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/161929/register WATCH RECORDING AFTER EVENT HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/archive Hold onto your heart-patterned boxers! On June 11th at 7 PM Matt Dinniman, New York Times bestselling author of the wildly popular (and just plain wild) Dungeon Crawler Carl series, joins us online to chat about his latest book, A Parade of Horribles. As chaos and...
Playgroup Update at Whiting Library. Reserve your spot here. Our Tuesday Morning Playgroup has grown into something truly special, and I’m so grateful to see so many families connecting, playing, and learning together. It’s been wonderful to watch this community grow! With that growth, we’ve reached a point where a few changes will help keep...
Monthly meeting of the library’s Board of Trustees. All meetings are recorded and available publicly in accordance with Vermont’s Open Meeting Law. See this page for more information. To join the meeting via Zoom, use the following information: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88950242700?pwd=cHIwLzlPN3V5R2w5TWZnSDU1Wmxsdz09 Meeting ID: 889 5024 2700 Passcode: 963306
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...
REGISTER FOR LIVE EVENT HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/162547/register WATCH RECORDING AFTER EVENT HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/archive Join us on June 18th at 2 PM in virtual conversation with storyteller and popular blogger Ted Page as we chat about his book Good Grandpa: Stories from the Heart of Grandfatherhood. This heartfelt book highlights his journey to bring together the stories and wisdom...
Have you run into a technology issue you just can’t figure out? Would you like some help? Every Thursday from 2-3 our “techie” librarian Kale sits down with folks to answer questions, teach skills, and talk through your pesky computer and mobile device problems with you. Call to schedule at (802) 875-2277, email assistantlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org, or...
The Whiting Library will be closed on Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth (short for “June Nineteenth”), commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. On June 19,...
Playgroup Update at Whiting Library. Reserve your spot here. Our Tuesday Morning Playgroup has grown into something truly special, and I’m so grateful to see so many families connecting, playing, and learning together. It’s been wonderful to watch this community grow! With that growth, we’ve reached a point where a few changes will help keep...
REGISTER FOR LIVE EVENT HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/164401/register WATCH RECORDING AFTER EVENT HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/archive Join us on June 23rd at 2 PM as we chat online with Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy about The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook, which celebrates beautiful, simple, and seasonal cooking with 85 recipes adapted from India and Sri Lanka’s best family...
Learning Right Meow: Wild Cats Vermont and New Hampshire are home to two distinct species of wild cats: bobcats and lynx! Have you been lucky enough to spot either of these elusive predators? From feeding to frolicking, these fantastic felines play a crucial role in our ecosystem. Join us for some paws-on exploration into these cool...
Have you run into a technology issue you just can’t figure out? Would you like some help? Every Thursday from 2-3 our “techie” librarian Kale sits down with folks to answer questions, teach skills, and talk through your pesky computer and mobile device problems with you. Call to schedule at (802) 875-2277, email assistantlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org, or...
Summer Reading Challenge Kick Off: Unearth A Story! June 27 Something BIG is stomping its way to Whiting Library. This year, we're going back in time to Unearth a Story. If you're a tiny Triceratops or a sophisticated Stegosaurus, our Summer Reading Challenge has something for you! Grab your excavation tools (okay, just your library...
Playgroup Update at Whiting Library. Reserve your spot here. Our Tuesday Morning Playgroup has grown into something truly special, and I’m so grateful to see so many families connecting, playing, and learning together. It’s been wonderful to watch this community grow! With that growth, we’ve reached a point where a few changes will help keep...
Join student artist Caro for a relaxed, creative drawing session designed to help kids explore art in a supportive, low-pressure environment. Through simple prompts and journaling-style exercises, participants will be encouraged to experiment, build confidence, and discover their own unique artistic style. No experience needed. Just bring your imagination! Supplies and snacks will be provided....
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...
No Teeth, No Problem! From sharp beaks to flat bills, birds use their jaws to eat, communicate, build, and so much more! Join us in exploring how some of our native avian species have adapted to best utilize their beaks, and swoop in to try some methods yourself! The Nature Museum aims to engage and...
Join student artist Caro for a relaxed, creative drawing session designed to help kids explore art in a supportive, low-pressure environment. Through simple prompts and journaling-style exercises, participants will be...
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...
Who is Swimming in the Water? What’s going on beneath the ripples? Can swimmers move from one home to another? What’s a macroinvertebrate? There’s more in our rivers, streams, and...
The Page Turners: Young Adult (YA) Book Club at Whiting LibraryLooking for a relaxed, welcoming space to talk books, share ideas, and connect with other teens? Join The Page Turners, Whiting...
International and New York Times Bestselling Author of Pretty Girls, the Will Trent series, and The Good Daughter REGISTER HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/176990/register Join us online for a thrilling evening...
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...
Magnificent Migration Many critters, whether living underwater, on land, or flying in the sky, migrate. This includes wildlife that call New England, and our backyards, home! We’re going to look...
Award-Winning and Bestselling Author of The Distance Between Us and A Dream Called Home REGISTER HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/177637/register Please join us online for a discussion with author Reyna Grande....
Monthly meeting of the library’s Board of Trustees. All meetings are recorded and available publicly in accordance with Vermont’s Open Meeting Law. See this page for more information. To join the...
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...
Owls: What’s all the Hoot About? Owls are magnificent predators that we often think of as hooting birds of the night. But there's more to owls than their distinctive calls...
Dr. Marisa Franco: Psychologist, Professor, and New York Times Bestselling Author REGISTER HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/178284/register Join us in virtual conversation with bestselling author Dr. Marisa Franco, one of the...
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...
Underground but Still Around… We love living on Earth, but have you considered living within it? Right under our feet and paws is an exciting underground world! Let’s dig deep...
Summer Reading Challenge Party: Unearth A Story! August 1, 2026 Closing Date: Saturday, August 1, 2026, drop in between 10:30-12:30pm to celebrate your success and pick up your Summer Reading...
REGISTER FOR LIVE EVENT HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/102544/register WATCH RECORDING AFTER EVENT HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/archive Join us for a conversation that’s sure to warm your heart (and make your stomach rumble), as we delve...
Fairy Houses Building 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...
Monthly meeting of the library’s Board of Trustees. All meetings are recorded and available publicly in accordance with Vermont’s Open Meeting Law. See this page for more information. To join the...
REGISTER FOR LIVE EVENT HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/186279/register WATCH RECORDING AFTER EVENT HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/archive Join us online for a riveting conversation with award-winning biologist Beronda Montgomery as we discuss her book, When Trees...
REGISTER FOR LIVE EVENT HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/186941/register WATCH RECORDING AFTER EVENT HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/archive Join us online for a thrilling conversation with acclaimed author Lucy Foley as we delve into her brand-new...
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...
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...
Monthly meeting of the library’s Board of Trustees. All meetings are recorded and available publicly in accordance with Vermont’s Open Meeting Law. See this page for more information. To join the...
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...
Join us at Whiting Library for an afternoon of playful learning and hands-on creativity! As part of our bi-monthly Fun & Games Club for school-aged kids, participants will explore a...
Calling all teen artists, illustrators, doodlers, manga fans, comic creators, and creative thinkers! Continue your artistic journey with a relaxed, supportive space designed for self-expression and creative exploration. Inspired by...
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...
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 ready to build a Halloween costume that’s truly out of this world! Join us at Whiting Library for a creative “Makedo” 3D cardboard art workshop where kids can design...
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...
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 ready to build a Halloween costume that’s truly out of this world! Join us at Whiting Library for a creative “Makedo” 3D cardboard art workshop where kids can design...
Monthly meeting of the library’s Board of Trustees. All meetings are recorded and available publicly in accordance with Vermont’s Open Meeting Law. See this page for more information. To join the...
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...
Calling all teen artists, illustrators, doodlers, manga fans, comic creators, and creative thinkers! Continue your artistic journey with a relaxed, supportive space designed for self-expression and creative exploration. Inspired by...
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...
Fun & Games Club Looking for something fun to do after school? Join us at Whiting Library for Fun & Games Club, a relaxed, creative space where school-aged kids can...
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...
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...
Monthly meeting of the library’s Board of Trustees. All meetings are recorded and available publicly in accordance with Vermont’s Open Meeting Law. See this page for more information. To join the...
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...
Fun & Games Club Looking for something fun to do after school? Join us at Whiting Library for Fun & Games Club, a relaxed, creative space where school-aged kids can...
Calling all teen artists, illustrators, doodlers, manga fans, comic creators, and creative thinkers! Continue your artistic journey with a relaxed, supportive space designed for self-expression and creative exploration. Inspired by...
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...
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...
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...
Celebrate the cozy season at Whiting Library with a special winter-themed Fun & Games Club for school-aged kids! Practice the simple art of making beautiful 3D paper snowflakes to brighten...
Monthly meeting of the library’s Board of Trustees. All meetings are recorded and available publicly in accordance with Vermont’s Open Meeting Law. See this page for more information. To join the...
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...
Calling all teen artists, illustrators, doodlers, manga fans, comic creators, and creative thinkers! Continue your artistic journey with a relaxed, supportive space designed for self-expression and creative exploration. Inspired by...