Adults

This book club at The Jenks, in partnership with the Winchester Public Library, brings a sociological and anthropological lens to the discussion of books. We will discuss Horse by Geraldine Brooks at this meeting. A discarded painting in a junk pile, a skeleton in an attic, and the greatest racehorse in American history: from these strands, a Pulitzer Prize winner braids a sweeping story of spirit, obsession, and injustice across American history.

This book club at The Jenks, in partnership with the Winchester Public Library, brings a sociological and anthropological lens to the discussion of books. We will discuss Poverty, by America by Matthew Desmond at this meeting. The United States, the richest country on earth, has more poverty than any other advanced democracy.…Learn More

This book club at The Jenks, in partnership with the Winchester Public Library, brings a sociological and anthropological lens to the discussion of books. We will discuss Lucy by the Sea by Elizabeth Strout at this meeting. A poignant, pitch-perfect novel about a divorced couple stuck together during lockdown--and the love, loss, despair, and hope that animate us even as the world seems to be falling apart.…Learn More

Come join a new book club at The Jenks, in partnership with the Winchester Public Library, that brings a sociological and anthropological lens to the discussion of books. We will discuss Reading Lolita in Tehran: a Memoir in Books by Azar Nafisi at this meeting.…Learn More

Walk. Dream. Imagine. Create.
Saturday, May 11, 2024, 9:00 AM – Noon
Jane Ring Frank, certified SoulCollage® facilitator, will offer a workshop in the stunning Ripley Chapel that incorporates the church’s beautiful Reno Garden labyrinth with a deep spiritual SoulCollage® practice.
SoulCollage® is a collage process for accessing your intuitive wisdom. Even though this is an “art project,” it is accessible, and anyone can do it. You don’t need to be an artist to create beautiful SoulCollage® cards with rich meaning and messages for your life. We will couple our “soul” work with a labyrinth walk

Enjoy an afternoon at the Library's "Spring into Reading" Open House. Rediscover all the library has to offer for children, teens and adults. Explore the collections, learn about our art and support the Library's many enriching programs by bidding on wonderful items from local businesses!

Fun crafts and a library-wide scavenger hunt for kids. Lawn games for all!

Please join us on April 27th from 11am to 1pm

Questions? email: winchester@minlib.net

This program is supported by the Friends of the Winchester Public Library.

Stories of Standing Up for Others

In honor of MLK Day 2025, please join us for a True Story Theater performance and workshop on the theme of "Standing up for others."

This workshop is Thursday, February 6, from 6-8 pm and follows the interactive performance of Sunday, January 26 (from 3-5 pm). Both programs are at the Griffin Museum of Photography.

It is recommended, but not required, to attend both events to get the most out of the experience. The programs are recommended for those 13+ years old.

These programs are co-sponsored by the Network for Social Justice, Winchester ABC, the

Stories of Standing Up for Others

In honor of MLK Day 2025, please join us for a True Story Theater performance and workshop on the theme of "Standing up for others."

The interactive performance is Sunday, January 26, from 3-5 pm. The workshop is Thursday, February 6, from 6-8 pm. Both programs are at the Griffin Museum of Photography.

It is recommended, but not required, to attend both events to get the most out of the experience. The programs are recommended for those 13+ years old.

These programs are co-sponsored by the Network for Social Justice, Winchester ABC, the Winchester Public

Award-winning Japanese storyteller Motoko offers a performance filled with humor, charm, and elegance. She regales with hilarious tales from her old country, as well as poignant personal stories from her childhood in Osaka and her experiences as an immigrant to the US.…Learn More

What constitutes a healthful diet? In this class, registered dietician Judy Palken will cover much of what we know. Topics will include the problems with highly-processed foods, and a better, healthier, anti-inflammatory way of eating. Also learn about great eating behaviors that will set you up for healthy success.