Whiting Library

06/02/2026

This Friday, June 5th, will be the first of Staff Development Mornings here at Whiting Library, in which we open at 12 PM in order to give staff dedicated time for professional development.

Monthly on the first Fridays, we'll be opening two hours later than usual so we can cross-train one another, spend time on new skills, and learn even better how to serve our community and patrons.

The full list of mornings in which we will open at 12 PM is:

June 5th
July 3rd
August 7th
September 4th
October 2nd
November 6th
December 4th

05/27/2026

Tomorrow (Thursday 5/28) we will be closing at 6:30 PM instead of 7 PM to set up for "Thirty-Eight: The Hurricane That Transformed New England" at Chester Town Hall. We hope to see you at 7 PM for what will be an excellent, informative presentation! Learn more at

There's something for everyone at the library!

05/26/2026

Calling all history buffs! You won't want to miss Stephen Long's presentation "Thirty-Eight: The Hurricane That Transformed New England" this Thursday from 7:00-8:30 at Chester Town Hall.

We'll learn about the effects of the devastating hurricane of '38, illustrated with archival photos and accounts of the storm and how Vermonters banded together to survive it.

Author and presenter Stephen Long will also be selling copies of his fascinating book on the topic. Come by to pick up a book, learn more about our brave little state, and meet other history lovers.

This event is made possible through a partnership with the Chester Historical Society and funding from the Vermont Humanities Council as part of the 2025 Vermont Reads program.

05/23/2026

📚✨ Today’s the day for a big Whiting Library Book Sale! Stop by before 5 PM to browse for hidden treasures, great reads, and unbeatable bargains.

Every purchase directly benefits the library by helping us buy new books, games, and materials for the community to borrow and enjoy. ❤️Stock up your shelves while supporting Whiting Library!

05/19/2026

🥷✨ Origami Ninja Stars at Whiting Library — Tomorrow!

Elementary school-aged kids are invited to fold, flip, and create their very own paper ninja stars using just one sheet of paper! Learn the art of origami and see how many spinning shuriken you can make in an hour.

Come become a paper-folding ninja! Wednesday, May 20 from 3:00–4:00 PM.

05/09/2026

Did you know that Whiting Library patrons have access to interviews with bestselling authors? Register ahead at libraryc.org/whitinglibrary to view live and ask authors questions.

Curious about this month's speakers? Talks in May range from parenting to self-help to international fiction.

Missed the live event? No worries -- all talks are recorded and available at our site. Recent speakers include Jason Reynolds (Coach), Kate Quinn (The Astral Library), Brad Taylor (Shadow Strike), and so many more.

You can also register for June and July's upcoming events with authors like Matt Dinniman (Dungeon Crawler Carl) and Karin Slaughter (The Secrets We Hide). It's all at libraryc.org/whitinglibrary

05/08/2026

The Page Turners: Young Adult (YA) Book Club first meeting will be on Tuesday, May 12 from 3:00–4:00 PM at Whiting Library!

Looking for a relaxed, welcoming space to talk books, share ideas, and connect with other teens? Join Whiting Library’s new YA Book Club for fun conversations, activities, and all things YA books and .

No pressure to finish the book, just come as you are! Whether you’re a longtime reader or just getting into books, this is a space to unwind, be yourself, and discover stories that keep you turning the page.

📖 Ages 12–18
📅 Tuesday, May 12
⏰ 3:00–4:00 PM
📍 Whiting Library

Every page turn leads to a new adventure. ✨

05/08/2026

Your words matter! Join local parent educator, teacher trainer and author Cara Tyrrell for an engaging talk on how everyday language shapes your young child’s development. Happening this Saturday, May 9 at 10:30 AM.

Based on her book Talk to Them Early and Often, Cara will share simple, research-based ways to support connection, communication, and early learning in infants and toddlers. Stay for a Q&A and get practical tips you can use right away!

Perfect for parents, grandparents, caregivers, and educators.
Discover how everyday moments can become powerful opportunities for connection and learning.

05/07/2026

Starting in an hour! Come down to discuss The Light Pirate with other bookworms. We can't wait to see you!

05/06/2026

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, led by facilitator Eric Bye.

The Light Pirate follows Wanda, born into a rapidly changing world of rising sea levels and devastating weather. As she moves from her childhood in a coastal Florida town into a wider adulthood, Wanda must adapt and find meaning in a remade world. The book is a poignant and ultimately hopeful meditation on the beauty and violence of our environments, and how humans continue to connect even after our systems fail.

After learning about the background of the book, we’ll delve into characters, plot, and style– then go wherever else the discussion leads us!

Don’t have a copy of The Light Pirate yet? Pick up a free copy when you stop by the library. Haven’t read it but are still interested? Come by anyway. All are welcome.

This event is sponsored by the Vermont Humanities Council