Library Holiday Hours

Saturday, December 24: Open 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Sunday, December 25: Library Closed
Monday, December 26: Library Closed
Saturday, December 31: Open 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Sunday, January 1: Library Closed
Monday, January 2: Library Closed

Donuts with the Director Cancelled

The next session of Donuts with the Director that was scheduled for Friday, December 2 has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience.

-Appointments for Study Room use

-LitLoot for Teens (Grades 6-12)

-Museum Passes for Winchester residents

-Subscribe to one of our Newsletters

New York Times Digital

Your Winchester library card gives you 72-hour complimentary access to the digital edition of The New York Times.

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STEAM Club
Saturday, December 3 10:30 AM

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! Register online

In Transition Conversation Series
Monday, December 5 10:00 AM

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! This meeting will be in person with a Zoom option for those who cannot attend physically. No Registration Required. Click here for Zoom link.

Questions? Email [email protected]

Young Writers
Monday, December 5 5:00 PM

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! Register online

Storytime with Sergeant Mike
Tuesday, December 6 10:30 AM

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.

Teen Knitting Group
Wednesday, December 7 4:00 PM
Wednesday, December 21 4:00 PM

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. We'll be meeting every first and third Wednesday of the month. No registration required.

Kit Kat Taste Test
Thursday, December 8 4:00 PM

Teens, 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! Register online.

PJ Storytime
Thursday, December 8 5:00 PM

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.

Legopalooza!
Saturday, December 10 11:00 AM

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.

Switch Games and Snacks
Monday, December 12 3:30 PM

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. No Registration Required

Yarnies
Thursday, December 15 12:00 PM

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.

Blacklight Bingo for Teens
Thursday, December 15 7:00 PM

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. Dress in neon colors to enhance the effect! Register online.

Board Game Afternoon
Friday, December 16 3:30 PM

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. No Registration Required

Rockabye Beats
Saturday, December 17 11:00 AM

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!! Register online.

In the Kitchen for Kids @ WLF
Monday, December 19 5:30 PM

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. Register online

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