Art Exhibit

Whimsical Surrealism by Eugene Styller

In my paintings I bring to life bananas, peppers, potatoes, etc., as well as everyday items like a coffee cup, bread, and other items. My flying, swimming, and playing bananas can also be dangerous creatures; my peppers are smiling, laughing, screaming, looking happy or angry. By giving my potatoes funny human faces, I aim to elicit smiles and laughter from visitors, bringing a little happiness into their lives.

Eugene Styller has a PhD from Karpov Institute of Physical Chemistry (Moscow) and is the author of How to Eat Smart in Time of Global Obesity. His work has been featured in several local papers. He is a member of the Cambridge Art Association and Lexington Arts and Craft Society.

Holiday Hours

The library will be closed on Monday, May 29 for the Memorial Day holiday.

Sunday Hours

The Winchester Public Library will be closed on Sundays starting May 14 through October 1.

- Appointments for Study Room use

- LitLoot for Teens (Grades 6-12)

- Museum Passes for Winchester residents

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Craftyspace
Mondays at 3:30 PM

Kids ages 4+ join us for an artsy afternoon! We'll supply the materials, you supply the creativity! No registration required. 

Yarnies
2nd Tuesday of the Month at 10:00 AM
3rd Thursday of the Month at 12:00 PM

Do you knit or crochet? Do you want to work on a project and talk with other crafters? Then this group is for you! Bring along your current project, or join us to gather ideas from your fellow crafters. No registration required.

Books & Building
Wednesday afternoons at 3:30 PM

Join us for an afternoon of stories and building. We will read a story or two, and then have materials for an open ended building challenge. For ages 3-6. No registration required.

Board Game Afternoon
Friday afternoons at 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

Crafting 101: Painted Reusable Gift Bags
Saturday, May 13 10:30 AM

All are welcome. Learn some fun new crafting techniques! This month we will be crafting a painted reusable gift bag! Register online.

Make a Mess Storytime
Saturday, May 13 10:30 AM

Let’s get messy at our outdoor Storytime! We'll sing songs and read stories, then we'll have some sensory play (like playdough) and messy art (like finger painting). Remember to dress appropriately for the weather and in clothes that can get dirty. For ages 18 months-4 years. We will continue in all weather except heavy rain/thunderstorm/snowstorm. Rain date is 5/27/23. No registration required.

Become a Soup Master: Spring & Summer Soups
Saturday, May 13 2:00 PM

Forget the canned stuff. Therapy Gardens will teach you to be a soup master in your own kitchen! Come sample homemade soups and learn how to make them yourself using fresh and healthy ingredients. Register online.

Bracelet Buddies
Tuesday, May 16 5:00 PM

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! Register online.

WPL Book Group
Monday, May 15 7:00 PM

This month's book is Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll. For questions, contact Colleen at [email protected]. No Registration Required

Hot Reads
Thursday, May 25 7:30 PM

Calling all young professionals, recent college grads, and stay at home parents (just to name a few!) for a group dedicated to reading and discussing buzz worthy and scintillating books! This month's book is Horse by Geraldine Brooks. No Registration Required.

Step into Storytime
Tuesdays at 10:30 AM

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. For children ages 3 and up. Meet in the Storytime Room.

Itsy Bitsy Readers
Wednesdays at 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM

Parents and caregivers of infants, join us in the Storytime Room 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.

Pattycake Place
Thursdays at 11:00 AM

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. For children ages 2 and under. Meet in the Large Meeting Room. 

Shake, Rattle, & Read
Fridays at 10:30 AM

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! Meet in the Storytime Room.

You can also enjoy our virtual storytimes
by visiting our Virtual Storytime Playlist on Youtube!

Click Here to view the Winchester Public Library Lines For May 11, 2023