Special Programs & Events

Matt Heaton and The Outside Toys

Kids age 6 and under bring a picnic dinner (there might even be an ice cream truck nearby. .. ) and join us on the library lawn to rock along with Matt Heaton and his band The Outside Toys!!! Registration required. This program is supported by the John and Mary Murphy Educational Foundation and the Friends of the Winchester Public Library.

Meet the Animals of the Rainforest

Join Joy from Joys of Nature and learn about rainforest animals around the world. A wet, leafy habitat requires animals have special adaptations to survive. How do they find food and avoid predators in the forest? Do they climb? Do they change color? How do some species deal with extreme temperatures and other challenges? Come find out as you meet some rainforest animals up close, and learn more about about their wild relatives.

Minecraft Selfies

What would you look like as a Minecraft character? Use pixel art to create you, in Minecraft mode. Open to kids entering grades 3-5. Registration required. Questions? Email winchild@minlib. netThis program is supported by the Friends of the Winchester Public Library.

Nutrition Mythology

What should we think when we hear the latest news about a particular food? Examples... coconut oil, celery juice... and is gluten-free a good idea? We'll touch on raw milk, too. Come learn about nutrition trends, so you can be a better health consumer.

Open House: March Into Spring

Come join family, friends and the community for a fun celebration of the Library! This year's Open House is happening on March 15th from 11 AM to 1 PM, and it's the perfect chance to experience everything the Library has to offer.Get ready for a day filled with fun activities, including:The art of the libraryA scavenger hunt for kidsA silent auction featuring wonderful baskets from local retailersExciting lawn games (if weather allows)A delicious bake sale and much moreSponsored by the Friends of The Winchester Public Library, all proceeds from the auction and bake sale will directly support