Cultural

An exhibition of paintings on the theme of landscapes and houses.

Agenda at https://www.winchester.us/AgendaCenter/BOARD-OF-LIBRARY-TRUSTEES-TOWN-C…

This talk will focus primarily on, but not be limited to, historic shipwrecks that have occurred south and east of Massachusetts. The region has been called the Graveyard of the North Atlantic with over 3,000 wrecks here since European sailors first began exploring the shores of the western Atlantic.…Learn More

The holidays are bearing down on us and coming up with new and nutritious options can be challenging. If you are looking for a sweet holiday treat that won't sabotage your healthy eating goals, join registered dietitian Heidi McIndoo to make mini pumpkin pie tartlets.…Learn More

With the holidays right around the corner, take a minute (or an hour) to relax and find some good holiday romance reads! John Charles will give us his best of list of 2024 that will have your TBR pile tipping over and your holidays spent cozying up with a good book.…Learn More

Learn about Indigenous Peoples in North America, their resilience and battle for self-sovereignty. We are joined by Professor, Historian, and Author Kathleen DuVal as she discusses her book Native Nations: A Millennium in North America ('An essential American history' says The Wall Street Journal) that places the power of Native nations at its center, telling their story from the rise of ancient cities more than a thousand years ago to fights for sovereignty that continue today.…Learn More

We are so excited to be chatting with author Alexandra Vasti about regency romance and her most recent book Ne'er Duke Well and her upcoming book Earl Crush. Bring your questions as this will be a rapid fire Q&A!You can borrow Ne'er Duke Well from the library in a variety of formats.…Learn More

Embracing the rhythms of winter is key to creating eco-conscious holiday traditions. Rather than getting carried away by the holiday rush, use this time as an opportunity to create the kind of holiday season you truly want - one focused on the magic of family and togetherness instead of stuff.…Learn More

Join historical musical sensation Diane Taraz to celebrate the spirit of life and memories of friends. She will be performing her Fond Farewell musical program for Memorial Day, consisting of classical and original songs on guitar and dulcimer. The program will include Over the Rainbow, Wayfaring Stranger, Amazing Grace, Will the Circle be Unbroken and many more. Diane has provided music for sponsored events and recorded CDs, produced 20 solo CDs, 6 CDs with groups and 4 singles. Sponsored by the Cummings Foundation.

Yuyutsu Sharma World-Renowned Himalayan Poet & Julie Williams-Krishnan American Photographer Join us at the museum for an immersive afternoon with internationally celebrated Himalayan poet Yuyutsu Sharma and American photographer Julie Williams-Krishnan as they explore the unique interplay between poetry and photography. Recently returned from the Himalayan Literature Festival, curated by Yuyutsu and where Julie taught photography as a member of the faculty, these two artists will offer insights into how their respective crafts interact and inform each other --transforming moments into