Howard Whittemore Memorial Library

Library Events

Join us for upcoming events, classes and programs at Howard Whittemore Memorial Library! All events are free and open to the public. Registration required where noted.

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Baby Bounce!
10:30 a.m.
 Baby Bounce!
Monday, Oct. 2, 10:30 a.m.Baby Bounce!
An interactive storytime for babies, ages newborn - 24 months, and their caregivers!This program is designed to help build important social, motor, and pre-literacy skills!No Registration Required!
Game Club 2.0: Ages 12-18yrs!
3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
 Game Club 2.0: Ages 12-18yrs!
Monday, Oct. 2, 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.Game Club 2.0: Ages
Our casual, drop-in game club!Mondays from 3:00pm-4:30pm!Time slot exlcusively for young gamers ages 12-18yrs!No Registration Required!Please call for more info: (203) 729-4591 ext. 5 
Game Club 2.0: Ages 6-11yrs!
4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
 Game Club 2.0: Ages 6-11yrs!
Monday, Oct. 2, 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.Game Club 2.0: Ages
Our casual, drop-in game club!Mondays from 4:30pm-5:30pm!Time slot exlcusively for young gamers ages 6-11yrs!No Registration Required!Please call for more info: (203) 729-4591 ext. 5 
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Tuesday Storytime! With Extended Sensory Playtime!
10:30 a.m.
Tuesday Storytime! With Extended Sensory Playtime!
Tuesday, Oct. 3, 10:30 a.m.Tuesday Storytime! W
Our Tuesday Dialogic Storytime is a great wayfor children age 3-5yrs to work on building readiness skills through, counting, singing, and movement!We follow it up with extended sensory free-playtime that will work on their fine motor skills and eye-hand coordination!No Registration Required!
Pearls from Carol
12:30 p.m.
 Pearls from Carol
Tuesday, Oct. 3, 12:30 p.m.Pearls from Carol
Albert Ruggerio discusses his publication of short stories and poetry by his late wife, Carol, celebrating her life and memory. To register, call 203-729-4591, ext. 4. 
First Tuesdays Drop-in Lego Club!
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
First Tuesdays Drop-in Lego Club!
Tuesday, Oct. 3, 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
(Tuesdays at 4pm, October 3, November 7, December 5, January 2)
First Tuesdays Drop-
Children 5-12yrs are invited to come to our drop-in Lego Club!Lego Club takes place the 1st Tuesday of the month from 4:00-5:00pm!No Registration Required!
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ABC Play with Me!
10:30 a.m.
 ABC Play with Me!
Wednesday, Oct. 4, 10:30 a.m.ABC Play with Me!
During this video series posted to Facebook and Youtube, Miss Marissa and her puppets explore the alphabet with jokes, recipes, crafts, and experiments! Click here to watch episodes: www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmCx_fP7AgaVyaiCC5nVlHOKFsjyFeuVs
Toddler Art Zone
10:30 a.m.
 Toddler Art Zone
Wednesday, Oct. 4, 10:30 a.m.Toddler Art Zone
Join us Wednesday mornings @ 10:30a.m. for this fun drop-in arts and crafts program for children ages 2-4yrs!This program is wonderful for building fine motor skills and confidence!No Registration Required! 
Crafternoon!
4:00 p.m.
 Crafternoon!
Wednesday, Oct. 4, 4:00 p.m.Crafternoon!
Kids ages 5-12yrs can make a different upcycled craft every week!No Registration Required!
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Toddler Play-Date
10:30 a.m.
 Toddler Play-Date
Thursday, Oct. 5, 10:30 a.m.Toddler Play-Date
Children 4yrs and under along with their grown-ups are invited to join us on Thursdays @ 10:30am for ourToddler Play Date program where the focus is on socializing and play! No Registration Required!
DIY Workshop: Tape Painting
4:00 - 5:00 PM
 DIY Workshop: Tape Painting
Thursday, Oct. 5, 4:00 - 5:00 PMDIY Workshop: Tape P
Use painter's tape to make a fun creation. Paint over the tape, let the paint dry, then remove it and admire the result!For ages 13-18 only. No registration required.
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Big Blocks for Little Kids!
10:30 a.m.
 Big Blocks for Little Kids!
Friday, Oct. 6, 10:30 a.m.Big Blocks for Littl
Join us on Friday mornings for drop-in fun with over-sized building blocks!Perfect for children ages 1-4yrs and their caregivers!No Registration Required!
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Dungeons & Dragons One-Shot - Haunted Harvest
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Dungeons & Dragons One-Shot - Haunted Harvest
Saturday, Oct. 7, 10:30 AM - 1:30 PMDungeons & Dragons O
People are going missing in the farming town of Easthallow. A mysterious scarecrow seems to move about abandoned fields when no one is looking, and strange noises draw people into the night, never to return. Can you and your companions discover what’s going on to save yourselves?For ages 13-18...read more

The Chronicles of Yarnia Knitting & Crocheting Group
11 a.m.
The Chronicles of Yarnia Knitting & Crocheting Group
Saturday, Oct. 7, 11 a.m.The Chronicles of Ya
Calling all Knitters and Crocheters, 18 yrs+Do you love knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, or embroidery?Join our fiber crafting group every Saturday morning @11:00am! Sit back and relax while you craft and chat among friends!No Registration Required!
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Tuesday Storytime! With Extended Sensory Playtime!
10:30 a.m.
Tuesday Storytime! With Extended Sensory Playtime!
Tuesday, Oct. 10, 10:30 a.m.Tuesday Storytime! W
Our Tuesday Dialogic Storytime is a great wayfor children age 3-5yrs to work on building readiness skills through, counting, singing, and movement!We follow it up with extended sensory free-playtime that will work on their fine motor skills and eye-hand coordination!No Registration Required!
Cooking Class: Pumpkin Spice Cake Balls
4:00 - 5:00 PM
Cooking Class: Pumpkin Spice Cake Balls
Tuesday, Oct. 10, 4:00 - 5:00 PMCooking Class: Pumpk
Introducing: Cooking Class! Learn to make a real recipe and take your tasty treats home with you.This month, we're making Pumpkin Spice Cake Balls using spice cake, cream cheese frosting, and candy melts. You don't need to bring anything except your enthusiasm!For ages 11-18 only. Younger ch...read more

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ABC Play with Me!
10:30 a.m.
 ABC Play with Me!
Wednesday, Oct. 11, 10:30 a.m.ABC Play with Me!
During this video series posted to Facebook and Youtube, Miss Marissa and her puppets explore the alphabet with jokes, recipes, crafts, and experiments! Click here to watch episodes: www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmCx_fP7AgaVyaiCC5nVlHOKFsjyFeuVs
Toddler Art Zone
10:30 a.m.
 Toddler Art Zone
Wednesday, Oct. 11, 10:30 a.m.Toddler Art Zone
Join us Wednesday mornings @ 10:30a.m. for this fun drop-in arts and crafts program for children ages 2-4yrs!This program is wonderful for building fine motor skills and confidence!No Registration Required! 
Crafternoon!
4:00 p.m.
 Crafternoon!
Wednesday, Oct. 11, 4:00 p.m.Crafternoon!
Kids ages 5-12yrs can make a different upcycled craft every week!No Registration Required!
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Toddler Play-Date
10:30 a.m.
 Toddler Play-Date
Thursday, Oct. 12, 10:30 a.m.Toddler Play-Date
Children 4yrs and under along with their grown-ups are invited to join us on Thursdays @ 10:30am for ourToddler Play Date program where the focus is on socializing and play! No Registration Required!
DIY Workshop: Felt Jack-O-Lantern
4:00 - 5:00 PM
DIY Workshop: Felt Jack-O-Lantern
Thursday, Oct. 12, 4:00 - 5:00 PMDIY Workshop: Felt J
Design, cut, and sew your own jack-o-lantern from felt! It can be as spooky or traditional as you want. All materials provided by the library. No sewing experience needed! We can help you thread needles and piece your project together.For ages 13-18 only please. No registration required.
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Big Blocks for Little Kids!
10:30 a.m.
 Big Blocks for Little Kids!
Friday, Oct. 13, 10:30 a.m.Big Blocks for Littl
Join us on Friday mornings for drop-in fun with over-sized building blocks!Perfect for children ages 1-4yrs and their caregivers!No Registration Required!
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The Chronicles of Yarnia Knitting & Crocheting Group
11 a.m.
The Chronicles of Yarnia Knitting & Crocheting Group
Saturday, Oct. 14, 11 a.m.The Chronicles of Ya
Calling all Knitters and Crocheters, 18 yrs+Do you love knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, or embroidery?Join our fiber crafting group every Saturday morning @11:00am! Sit back and relax while you craft and chat among friends!No Registration Required!
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Baby Bounce!
10:30 a.m.
 Baby Bounce!
Monday, Oct. 16, 10:30 a.m.Baby Bounce!
An interactive storytime for babies, ages newborn - 24 months, and their caregivers!This program is designed to help build important social, motor, and pre-literacy skills!No Registration Required!
Game Club 2.0: Ages 12-18yrs!
3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
 Game Club 2.0: Ages 12-18yrs!
Monday, Oct. 16, 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.Game Club 2.0: Ages
Our casual, drop-in game club!Mondays from 3:00pm-4:30pm!Time slot exlcusively for young gamers ages 12-18yrs!No Registration Required!Please call for more info: (203) 729-4591 ext. 5 
Game Club 2.0: Ages 6-11yrs!
4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
 Game Club 2.0: Ages 6-11yrs!
Monday, Oct. 16, 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.Game Club 2.0: Ages
Our casual, drop-in game club!Mondays from 4:30pm-5:30pm!Time slot exlcusively for young gamers ages 6-11yrs!No Registration Required!Please call for more info: (203) 729-4591 ext. 5 
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Tuesday Storytime! With Extended Sensory Playtime!
10:30 a.m.
Tuesday Storytime! With Extended Sensory Playtime!
Tuesday, Oct. 17, 10:30 a.m.Tuesday Storytime! W
Our Tuesday Dialogic Storytime is a great wayfor children age 3-5yrs to work on building readiness skills through, counting, singing, and movement!We follow it up with extended sensory free-playtime that will work on their fine motor skills and eye-hand coordination!No Registration Required!
DIY: Magic Wand!
4:00 p.m.
 DIY: Magic Wand!
Tuesday, Oct. 17, 4:00 p.m.DIY: Magic Wand!
Wizards, and Wizards in training, ages 8+ are invited to join usTuesday, October 17th @ 4:00pm for this fun crafting session:DIY Magic Wand!We’ll provide the supplies.Registration required!

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ABC Play with Me!
10:30 a.m.
 ABC Play with Me!
Wednesday, Oct. 18, 10:30 a.m.ABC Play with Me!
During this video series posted to Facebook and Youtube, Miss Marissa and her puppets explore the alphabet with jokes, recipes, crafts, and experiments! Click here to watch episodes: www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmCx_fP7AgaVyaiCC5nVlHOKFsjyFeuVs
Toddler Art Zone
10:30 a.m.
 Toddler Art Zone
Wednesday, Oct. 18, 10:30 a.m.Toddler Art Zone
Join us Wednesday mornings @ 10:30a.m. for this fun drop-in arts and crafts program for children ages 2-4yrs!This program is wonderful for building fine motor skills and confidence!No Registration Required! 
Crafternoon!
4:00 p.m.
 Crafternoon!
Wednesday, Oct. 18, 4:00 p.m.Crafternoon!
Kids ages 5-12yrs can make a different upcycled craft every week!No Registration Required!
Paranormal Expert Joe Franke
6 p.m.
 Paranormal Expert Joe Franke
Wednesday, Oct. 18, 6 p.m.Paranormal Expert Jo
Join us for a visit from arguably one of the most experienced, knowledgeable, and respected investigators in the field today! To register, call 203-729-4591, ext. 4.
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Toddler Play-Date
10:30 a.m.
 Toddler Play-Date
Thursday, Oct. 19, 10:30 a.m.Toddler Play-Date
Children 4yrs and under along with their grown-ups are invited to join us on Thursdays @ 10:30am for ourToddler Play Date program where the focus is on socializing and play! No Registration Required!
DIY Workshop: Origami Ghost
4:00 - 5:00 PM
 DIY Workshop: Origami Ghost
Thursday, Oct. 19, 4:00 - 5:00 PMDIY Workshop: Origam
Learn to fold your own ghostly friend! Origami paper will be provided, but you can also use printer paper if you want to make more at home.For ages 13-18 only please. No registration required.
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Big Blocks for Little Kids!
10:30 a.m.
 Big Blocks for Little Kids!
Friday, Oct. 20, 10:30 a.m.Big Blocks for Littl
Join us on Friday mornings for drop-in fun with over-sized building blocks!Perfect for children ages 1-4yrs and their caregivers!No Registration Required!
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Pumpkin Decorating! Saturday, October 21st
10:30am
Pumpkin Decorating! Saturday, October 21st
Saturday, Oct. 21, 10:30amPumpkin Decorating!
It's Pumpkin Decorating time!Children 5+ are welcome to come decorate pumpkins with us!Materials are provided! Registration is required!

The Chronicles of Yarnia Knitting & Crocheting Group
11 a.m.
The Chronicles of Yarnia Knitting & Crocheting Group
Saturday, Oct. 21, 11 a.m.The Chronicles of Ya
Calling all Knitters and Crocheters, 18 yrs+Do you love knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, or embroidery?Join our fiber crafting group every Saturday morning @11:00am! Sit back and relax while you craft and chat among friends!No Registration Required!
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Baby Bounce!
10:30 a.m.
 Baby Bounce!
Monday, Oct. 23, 10:30 a.m.Baby Bounce!
An interactive storytime for babies, ages newborn - 24 months, and their caregivers!This program is designed to help build important social, motor, and pre-literacy skills!No Registration Required!
Game Club 2.0: Ages 12-18yrs!
3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
 Game Club 2.0: Ages 12-18yrs!
Monday, Oct. 23, 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.Game Club 2.0: Ages
Our casual, drop-in game club!Mondays from 3:00pm-4:30pm!Time slot exlcusively for young gamers ages 12-18yrs!No Registration Required!Please call for more info: (203) 729-4591 ext. 5 
Game Club 2.0: Ages 6-11yrs!
4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
 Game Club 2.0: Ages 6-11yrs!
Monday, Oct. 23, 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.Game Club 2.0: Ages
Our casual, drop-in game club!Mondays from 4:30pm-5:30pm!Time slot exlcusively for young gamers ages 6-11yrs!No Registration Required!Please call for more info: (203) 729-4591 ext. 5 
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Tuesday Storytime! With Extended Sensory Playtime!
10:30 a.m.
Tuesday Storytime! With Extended Sensory Playtime!
Tuesday, Oct. 24, 10:30 a.m.Tuesday Storytime! W
Our Tuesday Dialogic Storytime is a great wayfor children age 3-5yrs to work on building readiness skills through, counting, singing, and movement!We follow it up with extended sensory free-playtime that will work on their fine motor skills and eye-hand coordination!No Registration Required!
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ABC Play with Me!
10:30 a.m.
 ABC Play with Me!
Wednesday, Oct. 25, 10:30 a.m.ABC Play with Me!
During this video series posted to Facebook and Youtube, Miss Marissa and her puppets explore the alphabet with jokes, recipes, crafts, and experiments! Click here to watch episodes: www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmCx_fP7AgaVyaiCC5nVlHOKFsjyFeuVs
Toddler Art Zone
10:30 a.m.
 Toddler Art Zone
Wednesday, Oct. 25, 10:30 a.m.Toddler Art Zone
Join us Wednesday mornings @ 10:30a.m. for this fun drop-in arts and crafts program for children ages 2-4yrs!This program is wonderful for building fine motor skills and confidence!No Registration Required! 
Crafternoon!
4:00 p.m.
 Crafternoon!
Wednesday, Oct. 25, 4:00 p.m.Crafternoon!
Kids ages 5-12yrs can make a different upcycled craft every week!No Registration Required!
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Toddler Play-Date
10:30 a.m.
 Toddler Play-Date
Thursday, Oct. 26, 10:30 a.m.Toddler Play-Date
Children 4yrs and under along with their grown-ups are invited to join us on Thursdays @ 10:30am for ourToddler Play Date program where the focus is on socializing and play! No Registration Required!
DIY Workshop: Rock Monsters
4:00 - 5:00 PM
 DIY Workshop: Rock Monsters
Thursday, Oct. 26, 4:00 - 5:00 PMDIY Workshop: Rock M
There's something spooky in the air, and Halloween is near! Come paint your own rock monster to celebrate the impending end of spooky season.Ages 13-18 only please. No registration required.
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Big Blocks for Little Kids!
10:30 a.m.
 Big Blocks for Little Kids!
Friday, Oct. 27, 10:30 a.m.Big Blocks for Littl
Join us on Friday mornings for drop-in fun with over-sized building blocks!Perfect for children ages 1-4yrs and their caregivers!No Registration Required!
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Paint Your Pet! Saturday, October 28th
11:00am
Paint Your Pet! Saturday, October 28th
Saturday, Oct. 28, 11:00amPaint Your Pet! Satu
Children ages 8+ are invited to join artist Nancy Roman as she shows you how to paint a portrait of your pet! We’ll supply the materials! Please bring a 5"-7" photo or color photocopy of your pet. A close-up of your pet’s face is best, but you can use a full-length photo too. R...read more

The Chronicles of Yarnia Knitting & Crocheting Group
11 a.m.
The Chronicles of Yarnia Knitting & Crocheting Group
Saturday, Oct. 28, 11 a.m.The Chronicles of Ya
Calling all Knitters and Crocheters, 18 yrs+Do you love knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, or embroidery?Join our fiber crafting group every Saturday morning @11:00am! Sit back and relax while you craft and chat among friends!No Registration Required!
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Baby Bounce!
10:30 a.m.
 Baby Bounce!
Monday, Oct. 30, 10:30 a.m.Baby Bounce!
An interactive storytime for babies, ages newborn - 24 months, and their caregivers!This program is designed to help build important social, motor, and pre-literacy skills!No Registration Required!
Game Club 2.0: Ages 12-18yrs!
3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
 Game Club 2.0: Ages 12-18yrs!
Monday, Oct. 30, 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.Game Club 2.0: Ages
Our casual, drop-in game club!Mondays from 3:00pm-4:30pm!Time slot exlcusively for young gamers ages 12-18yrs!No Registration Required!Please call for more info: (203) 729-4591 ext. 5 
Game Club 2.0: Ages 6-11yrs!
4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
 Game Club 2.0: Ages 6-11yrs!
Monday, Oct. 30, 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.Game Club 2.0: Ages
Our casual, drop-in game club!Mondays from 4:30pm-5:30pm!Time slot exlcusively for young gamers ages 6-11yrs!No Registration Required!Please call for more info: (203) 729-4591 ext. 5 
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Tuesday Storytime! With Extended Sensory Playtime!
10:30 a.m.
Tuesday Storytime! With Extended Sensory Playtime!
Tuesday, Oct. 31, 10:30 a.m.Tuesday Storytime! W
Our Tuesday Dialogic Storytime is a great wayfor children age 3-5yrs to work on building readiness skills through, counting, singing, and movement!We follow it up with extended sensory free-playtime that will work on their fine motor skills and eye-hand coordination!No Registration Required!
    
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