Whiting Library

Writers' Group
2023-07-19 17:00 - 18:00, 2023-07-05 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York)
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 learn the business of writing. Contact Ruth Holleran for more information at rutheholleran@gmail.com

The Nature Museum - Summer Unplugged
2023-07-19 14:00 - 15:00
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 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!
Thanks to the generous support from Great River Hydro, The Nature Museum is excited to once again bring free environmental education programming to Whiting Library and the Bellows Falls Fish Ladder and Visitor Center during the summer of 2023.
These programs aim to be engaging and highlight topics related to the unique ecology and landscape of Northern New England. These programs are geared towards youth ages Pre-K through elementary grades, but all are welcome! Programs will be 45 minutes long with dedicated time for a story reading and any nature related questions you may have for our expert educators. Library programs will be outdoors on good weather days and indoors on bad weather days. Join us to unplug, discover, and learn!
The Nature Museum is a regional resource for nature, science, and environmental education in the Vermont and New Hampshire communities of the Connecticut River Valley. The Museum provides information and experiences that engage and enlighten our audiences and inspire stewardship of the natural world.

Story Hour
2023-07-14 10:30 - 11:30, 2023-07-07 10:30 - 11:30, 2023-06-09 10:30 - 11:30, 2023-06-02 10:30 - 11:30
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 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 backyard if the weather is clear.
Preregistration for library programs is appreciated but not required (drop-ins are welcome) by calling the library at 802-875-2277 or by emailing Carrie at youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org.

The Nature Museum - Summer Unplugged
2023-07-12 14:00 - 15:00
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 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 for a story reading, and engage in the black bear experience!
Thanks to the generous support from Great River Hydro, The Nature Museum is excited to once again bring free environmental education programming to Whiting Library and the Bellows Falls Fish Ladder and Visitor Center during the summer of 2023.
These programs aim to be engaging and highlight topics related to the unique ecology and landscape of Northern New England. These programs are geared towards youth ages Pre-K through elementary grades, but all are welcome! Programs will be 45 minutes long with dedicated time for a story reading and any nature related questions you may have for our expert educators. Library programs will be outdoors on good weather days and indoors on bad weather days. Join us to unplug, discover, and learn!
The Nature Museum is a regional resource for nature, science, and environmental education in the Vermont and New Hampshire communities of the Connecticut River Valley. The Museum provides information and experiences that engage and enlighten our audiences and inspire stewardship of the natural world.

The Nature Museum - Summer Unplugged
2023-07-05 14:00 - 15:00
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 for the winter while some turtles stop “breathing”? Come explore how these cold-blooded creatures survive year-round, and explore hands-on biofacts (snake skins, turtle shells, and more)! Get ready to settle in for a story reading, and expand your love for our amphibian and reptilian neighbors!
Thanks to the generous support from Great River Hydro, The Nature Museum is excited to once again bring free environmental education programming to Whiting Library and the Bellows Falls Fish Ladder and Visitor Center during the summer of 2023.
These programs aim to be engaging and highlight topics related to the unique ecology and landscape of Northern New England. These programs are geared towards youth ages Pre-K through elementary grades, but all are welcome! Programs will be 45 minutes long with dedicated time for a story reading and any nature related questions you may have for our expert educators. Library programs will be outdoors on good weather days and indoors on bad weather days. Join us to unplug, discover, and learn!
The Nature Museum is a regional resource for nature, science, and environmental education in the Vermont and New Hampshire communities of the Connecticut River Valley. The Museum provides information and experiences that engage and enlighten our audiences and inspire stewardship of the natural world.

Library Closed
2023-07-04
The Whiting Library will be closed Independence Day – Tuesday, July 4th.

Wii Games Group for Youth
2023-06-30 15:00 - 16:00
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 in hopes of building skills for playing tennis, pickle ball and disc golf at the Pinnacle in Chester.
Geared to ages 7 and up.
Any questions? Reach out to Carrie Roy King, Youth Librarian at youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org or call 802.875.2277.

The Nature Museum - Summer Unplugged
2023-06-28 14:00 - 15:00
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 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 one soaring above! Come observe bio-facts, hear some raptor calls, read a story, and immerse ourselves in the fast-flying world of predatory birds!
Thanks to the generous support from Great River Hydro, The Nature Museum is excited to once again bring free environmental education programming to Whiting Library and the Bellows Falls Fish Ladder and Visitor Center during the summer of 2023.
These programs aim to be engaging and highlight topics related to the unique ecology and landscape of Northern New England. These programs are geared towards youth ages Pre-K through elementary grades, but all are welcome! Programs will be 45 minutes long with dedicated time for a story reading and any nature related questions you may have for our expert educators. Library programs will be outdoors on good weather days and indoors on bad weather days. Join us to unplug, discover, and learn!
The Nature Museum is a regional resource for nature, science, and environmental education in the Vermont and New Hampshire communities of the Connecticut River Valley. The Museum provides information and experiences that engage and enlighten our audiences and inspire stewardship of the natural world.

Writers' Group- Initial Meeting
2023-06-21 17:00 - 18:00
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 business of writing. Contact Ruth Holleran for more information at rutheholleran@gmail.com.

Gentle Yoga
2023-06-17 10:00 - 23:00
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 spray) as we plan to hold the class outdoors weather permitting.

Meet your instructor:
Telesa has practiced yoga for over 20 years and in 2020, earned her yoga teacher certification. Librarian by day, she’s had years of experience working with kids and grownups alike and brings her love of stories and song into her yoga classes. In her free time Telesa enjoys reading young adult novels, crafting, hiking, and spending time with her husband, two kids, and two crazy dogs.

June Book Club
2023-06-14 17:00 - 18:00
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 the state. If you would like to participate in the book club, please contact the library at info@whitinglibrary.org or call at 802-875-2277 and we will put you on the list.

Happy reading!

Gaming Club
2023-06-13 15:00 - 18:00, 2023-06-06 15:30 - 18:00, 2023-05-30 15:00 - 18:00, 2023-05-23 15:00 - 18:00

Big Bubbles: explore big, colorful bubble fun
2023-06-10 10:30 - 13:00
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!
Drop into the library’s backyard between 1030 AM and 1 PM to blow your mind by experimenting with bubbles! Blow BIG bubbles or make a bubble snake!

Pokemon Club
2023-06-09 15:00, 2023-06-02 15:00, 2023-05-26 15:00, 2023-05-19 15:00

Make Believe Story Hour
2023-06-03 10:30 - 11:30
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 event, the audience is encouraged to feel like royalty and dress up in their favorite make believe costume for this inventive and theatrical story hour. Book Readers will captivate audience members of all ages as they share stories focused on individuality, creativity, self-expression, and self-responsibility. In addition to singing songs and reading books, visit Whiting Library’s very own magical Face Painting Fairy to try some fresh body art plus there will be supplies on hand for everyone to create their own paper crown! Every child has a little royal highness in them, and this story time will help keep their little heads held high!
This simple pretend play dress up party will make dreams come true for children of all ages. Everyone is invited to transform into their favorite real superstar or book character for this outrageously fun dress-up party. Capture the imagination and play of the magic of childhood while serving kids glamorous, positive, and unabashedly fabulous role models. In story hours like this, kids are able to imagine people who defy rigid social restrictions and make believe in a world where people can present as they wish, where dress up is real.
It’s Library Shelfie Day! Pose for a shelfie at your library to celebrate! Don’t forget to tag us! 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!
Contact Carrie King, Youth Librarian, for more details about this unique, fun family program at youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org or call 802.875.2277.

Artist Reception- Stone Village Art Guild
2023-05-27 12:00 - 14:00
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 12noon. Light refreshments will be served.
The Stone Village Art Guild is a welcoming group of artists. The artists in the Guild come from both near and far. The group consists of artists of varying insights and starting points, using a variety of mediums. The group meets on Wednesdays from 3pm to 5pm at the Universalist Unitarian Church in Chester’s Stone Village. All artists, new to experienced, are welcome to join the group!

Story Hour with Carrie
2023-05-26 10:30 - 11:30, 2023-05-19 10:30 - 11:30

Playgroup for Wee Littles (0-5) and Caregivers
2023-05-23 10:00 - 11:30
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. 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 in the greater wee little people (0-5 years old) community.
Library books, fun & games, plus art & craft projects in the community room downstairs – available to enjoy anytime the library is open!
Everyone learns best through play! Contact Carrie Roy King, Youth Librarian, for more information via youthlibrarian@whitinglibrary.org or call 802-875-2277.

Penny University featuring Black Sheep Radio
2023-05-19 16:30 - 18:00
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 Penny University social coffee hour. Come learn, enjoy a cup of coffee and tea, and connect with your community!
