December 2022

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Thursday, December 111:00—11:45 AMLarge Meeting RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Pattycake Place

Join us for songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories geared toward little readers. We will continue to develop your child’s early literacy skills, and you’ll get to meet other parents and caregivers. Storytime for the first 15 minutes, free play for the last 30 minutes.…Learn More

Thursday, December 12:00—3:00 PMJenks Center, 109 Skillings RdWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Library Online: Ad Blockers

Library Online: Ad Blockers - The web is full of advertisements, some are malicious and most are annoying.   Join Craig Smith from the Winchester Public Library to learn about ways to cut digital advertisements out of your online lifeRegister through the Jenks Center at jenkscenter.…Learn More

Thursday, December 13:00—4:00 PMStorytime RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Craftyspace

Kids ages 4+ join us for an artsy afternoon! We'll supply the materials, you supply the creativity! No registration required.  Questions? Email winchild@minlib. net This program is supported by the Friends of the Winchester Public Library.
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Friday, December 210:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890
Storytime RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Shake Rattle and Read

Kids ages 2 and 3 join us for a musical storytime! We'll make music with some fun instruments, and read some rockin' good books too! No registration required!Questions? Email winchild@minlib. netThis program is supported by the Friends of the Winchester Public Library.
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Saturday, December 310:30—11:30 AMStorytime RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

STEAM Club

Don't miss STEAM Club, where kids in grades 2-5 will dive into in-depth, hands-on activities focusing on a variety of STEAM subjects! Registration is required.  Questions? Email winchild@minlib. net, call (781) 721-7171 x326, or visit the Children's Room for more information.…Learn More
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Monday, December 510:00—11:30 AMSmall Meeting RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890
VirtualWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

In Transition Conversation Series

This meeting will be in person with a Zoom option for those who cannot attend physically. Join us for our monthly drop-in conversations about how to successfully navigate disruptions in our lives. Research and proven techniques from the field of transition serve as our guide and inspiration! Hosted by author and creator of the podcast, Destination Unknown, Linda Rossetti.…Learn More

Monday, December 53:30—4:15 PMChildren's RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890
Storytime RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Craft 'n' Read

Kids in grades Kindergarten-3, join us for a special crafty storytime! We'll read a few stories and then learn about and try a few simple crafting techniques. No registration required. Questions? Call (781) 721-7171 x326, or email winchild@minlib. net This program is supported by the Friends of the Winchester Public Library.

Monday, December 55:00—6:00 PMStorytime RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Young Writers

Young writers, poets, and graphic novel artists, join us on the 1st Monday of each month for Young Writers. Everyone in grades 3-5 is welcome! We'll learn about the basics of writing a story, work on outlining ideas, discuss how to deal with writers block, plan best graphic novel layouts and much more! Registration required.…Learn More
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Tuesday, December 610:30—11:15 AMStorytime RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Storytime with Sergeant Mike

Children ages 3 and up are invited to attend a special Storytime with our Community Resource Officer Sergeant Mike DeRosa! No registration required. Program begins promptly at 10:30am. Questions? Call (781) 721-7171 x326, email winchild@minlib. net or visit the Children's Room for more information.

Tuesday, December 65:00—5:45 PMStorytime RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Kids Code

Kids in grades 3 - 5 will use Scratch and beginning computer programming to learn about STEM concepts. Kids who've already attended coding classes or workshops and kids who've never tried coding before are all welcome to sign up for this three week series.…Learn More
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Wednesday, December 712:00—12:30 PMChildren's RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890
Storytime RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Itsy Bitsy Readers

 Parents and caregivers of infants, join us for songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories perfectly geared toward our littlest readers and their grown-ups. You’ll learn ways to develop your child’s early literacy skills, and we'll leave a little time at the end of each session for participants to chat with each other.…Learn More
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Thursday, December 811:00—11:45 AMLarge Meeting RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Pattycake Place

Join us for songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories geared toward little readers. We will continue to develop your child’s early literacy skills, and you’ll get to meet other parents and caregivers. Storytime for the first 15 minutes, free play for the last 30 minutes.…Learn More

Thursday, December 84:00—5:00 PMSmall Meeting RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Kit Kat Taste Test

This event is for students in grades 6-12. No adults!We’ll provide participants with a variety of Kit Kat flavors from around the world and we’ll see if we can figure out what it is we’re tasting! This program is supported by the Friends of the Winchester Public Library.

Thursday, December 85:00—5:30 PMChildren's RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890
Storytime RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

PJ Storytime

Kids of all ages join us for some books before bedtime! PJs and stuffies are optional but encouraged! We'll read, sing some songs, and then all head home for a good night's rest. No registration required. Questions? Call (781) 721-7171 x326, or email winchild@minlib.…Learn More
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Friday, December 910:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890
Storytime RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Shake Rattle and Read

Kids ages 2 and 3 join us for a musical storytime! We'll make music with some fun instruments, and read some rockin' good books too! No registration required!Questions? Email winchild@minlib. netThis program is supported by the Friends of the Winchester Public Library.

Friday, December 92:00—3:45 PMSmall Meeting RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Rep. Day Office Hours

Looking for a comfortable space to give constituents the opportunity to voice their concerns, ask questions, or simply have a face to face conversation with their state representative
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Saturday, December 1011:00 AM—12:00 PMStorytime RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Legopalooza!

Kids ages 4-12 are welcome to stop by our builder stations for free play with LEGOs. Because of the hazard of choking on small parts, we strongly suggest a minimum age of 4. No registration is required. Questions? Email winchild@minlib. net, call (781)…Learn More
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Monday, December 129:45 AM—12:30 PMLarge Meeting RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Town Common Task Force

Discussion and planning by Winchester volunteer group to design and operate a nonprofit, independent website

Monday, December 123:30—4:15 PMChildren's RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890
Storytime RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Craft 'n' Read

Kids in grades Kindergarten-3, join us for a special crafty storytime! We'll read a few stories and then learn about and try a few simple crafting techniques. No registration required. Questions? Call (781) 721-7171 x326, or email winchild@minlib. net This program is supported by the Friends of the Winchester Public Library.

Monday, December 123:30—5:00 PMLarge Meeting RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

CANCELED - Switch Games and Snacks

This program is for students in grades 6-12 only. No adults!Teens, wrap up your Monday by dropping in to the library to play Switch games with your friends. We'll have all the games and snacks you need, just stop by the Large Meeting Room.…Learn More

Monday, December 127:00—8:00 PMLarge Meeting RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Cookbook Club

Prepare a dish from the featured cookbook, to share with the group as we discuss the book and its recipes. Select a recipe to make (we'll add a running list of the recipes already chosen to this page) and be prepared to tell us how you made it, what you thought about the recipe and if you would do anything differently.…Learn More
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Tuesday, December 1310:30—11:15 AMStorytime RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Step into Storytime

Children ages 3 and up are invited to attend Step into Storytime! We'll read, sing, laugh and craft at this program geared specifically for children ready to attend school. No registration required, however, high attendance is expected. Program begins promptly at 10:30am.…Learn More

Tuesday, December 135:00—5:45 PMStorytime RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Kids Graphic Novel Book Club

If you enjoy reading graphic novels, and you are in grades 3-5, this is the perfect book club for you! We will meet and discuss a different graphic novel once a month. Registration Required. This month we'll be reading. .. Click by Kayla MillerCopies will be available in the Children's Room or you can request a copyQuestions? email winchild@minlib.…Learn More

Tuesday, December 137:30—8:30 PMSmall Meeting RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Second Tuesday Women's Reading Group

This month's book is The Doctors Blackwell by Janice P. Nimura. Copies of the book are generally available one month prior to the meeting and are located near the Reference Desk. Group members can call the Reference Department at 781-721-7171 x320 to have a copy reserved for themselves.…Learn More
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Wednesday, December 1412:00—12:30 PMChildren's RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890
Storytime RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Itsy Bitsy Readers

 Parents and caregivers of infants, join us for songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories perfectly geared toward our littlest readers and their grown-ups. You’ll learn ways to develop your child’s early literacy skills, and we'll leave a little time at the end of each session for participants to chat with each other.…Learn More
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Thursday, December 1511:00—11:45 AMLarge Meeting RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Pattycake Place

Join us for songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories geared toward little readers. We will continue to develop your child’s early literacy skills, and you’ll get to meet other parents and caregivers. Storytime for the first 15 minutes, free play for the last 30 minutes.…Learn More

Thursday, December 1512:00—1:00 PMSmall Meeting RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Yarnies

Do you knit or crochet? Do you want to work on a project and talk with other crafters? Then this new group is for you! Bring along your current project, or join us to gather ideas from your fellow crafters! Drop in, no registration required. Questions? Email nlangley@minlib.…Learn More

Thursday, December 157:00—8:00 PMLarge Meeting RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Postponed: Blacklight Bingo for Teens

BingoThis event has been postponed and will be rescheduled in the new year. This event is only for students in grades 6-12. No adults!Embrace the winter darkness and come play some rousing rounds of Blacklight Bingo and possibly win some bookish prizes! We’ll light the room with some blacklights and watch colors pop.…Learn More
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Friday, December 1610:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890
Storytime RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Shake Rattle and Read

Kids ages 2 and 3 join us for a musical storytime! We'll make music with some fun instruments, and read some rockin' good books too! No registration required!Questions? Email winchild@minlib. netThis program is supported by the Friends of the Winchester Public Library.

Friday, December 163:30—5:00 PMLarge Meeting RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Board Game Afternoon

This program is for students in grades 6-12 only. No adults!Teens, drop in to the Large Meeting Room on Friday afternoons to play board games and hang out with your friends! We'll provide a variety of games and snacks for this unstructured game time.…Learn More
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Saturday, December 1711:00—11:45 AMLarge Meeting RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Rockabye Beats

kids age 6 and under sign up to rock the ABCs and 123s with Rockabye Beats! We'll have Spanish and English songs, instrument show and tell, and much, much more!!Questions? Email winchild@minlib. net, call (781) 721-7171 x326, or visit the Children's Room for more information.…Learn More
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Monday, December 193:30—4:15 PMChildren's RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890
Storytime RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Craft 'n' Read

Kids in grades Kindergarten-3, join us for a special crafty storytime! We'll read a few stories and then learn about and try a few simple crafting techniques. No registration required. Questions? Call (781) 721-7171 x326, or email winchild@minlib. net This program is supported by the Friends of the Winchester Public Library.

Monday, December 195:30—6:30 PMWright-Locke FarmWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

In the Kitchen for Kids @ WLF

Let’s get cooking with Ms. B and Chef Kelcy at Wright-Locke Farm!! Sign up to learn how to make some tasty sweet and savory bites with a campout theme! This program is open to kids ages 7-11 only and registration is required! We'll be using the kitchen in the All Seasons Barn at Wright-Locke Farm, located at 82 Ridge Street Winchester, Ma 01890.…Learn More
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Tuesday, December 2010:30—11:15 AMStorytime RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Step into Storytime

Children ages 3 and up are invited to attend Step into Storytime! We'll read, sing, laugh and craft at this program geared specifically for children ready to attend school. No registration required, however, high attendance is expected. Program begins promptly at 10:30am.…Learn More

Tuesday, December 205:00—6:00 PMStorytime RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Bracelet Buddies

Join us on the 3rd Tuesday of each month for Bracelet Buddies. Everyone ages 9+ is welcome to join, no matter if you're a pro or a newbie! Come to make bracelets and friends! Registration required. Questions? Call (781) 721-7171 x326, or email winchild@minlib.…Learn More
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Wednesday, December 2112:00—12:30 PMChildren's RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890
Storytime RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Itsy Bitsy Readers

 Parents and caregivers of infants, join us for songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories perfectly geared toward our littlest readers and their grown-ups. You’ll learn ways to develop your child’s early literacy skills, and we'll leave a little time at the end of each session for participants to chat with each other.…Learn More

Wednesday, December 214:00—5:00 PMSmall Meeting RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

CANCELED - Teen Knitting Group

This event is only for students in grades 6-12. No adults!For all teen knitters from beginning to advanced. Show off what you’re working on, talk about projects, or come in to learn the basics! Bring your own projects or we will have some basic materials to get you started.…Learn More
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Thursday, December 2211:00—11:45 AMLarge Meeting RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Pattycake Place

Join us for songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories geared toward little readers. We will continue to develop your child’s early literacy skills, and you’ll get to meet other parents and caregivers. Storytime for the first 15 minutes, free play for the last 30 minutes.…Learn More
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Friday, December 2310:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890
Storytime RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Shake Rattle and Read

Kids ages 2 and 3 join us for a musical storytime! We'll make music with some fun instruments, and read some rockin' good books too! No registration required!Questions? Email winchild@minlib. netThis program is supported by the Friends of the Winchester Public Library.

Friday, December 233:30—5:00 PMLarge Meeting RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Cancelled: Board Game Afternoon

Canceled for 12/23This program is for students in grades 6-12 only. No adults!Teens, drop in to the Large Meeting Room on Friday afternoons to play board games and hang out with your friends! We'll provide a variety of games and snacks for this unstructured game time.…Learn More
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Sunday, December 25Library Closed

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Monday, December 26Library Closed

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Wednesday, December 2812:00—12:30 PMChildren's RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890
Storytime RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Itsy Bitsy Readers

 Parents and caregivers of infants, join us for songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories perfectly geared toward our littlest readers and their grown-ups. You’ll learn ways to develop your child’s early literacy skills, and we'll leave a little time at the end of each session for participants to chat with each other.…Learn More
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Thursday, December 2911:00—11:45 AMLarge Meeting RoomWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Pattycake Place

Join us for songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories geared toward little readers. We will continue to develop your child’s early literacy skills, and you’ll get to meet other parents and caregivers. Storytime for the first 15 minutes, free play for the last 30 minutes.…Learn More

Thursday, December 293:00—4:00 PMVirtualWinchester Public Library80 Washington St, Winchester, MA, 01890

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Special virtual meeting of the Board of Trustees. Agenda:  1)  Personnel appointments                   2) Budget UpdateZoom link: https://us02web. zoom. us/j/81002105076?pwd=K3loaXJ6YzdCME9YdU…Learn More
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