The Winchester Public Library’s open house and Festival of Trees was held this past Saturday, December 12th. There were 16 tree entries and 4 wreathes in this year’s Festival of Trees, and after ballots were counted, a three way tie was discovered in the tree category! This year’s winners are: The City of Winchester with their clever “C.O.W.” tree, Becky Terry with her fun “Mary Kay Pink” feather tree, and The United Methodist Church Women with their cute themed tree “Jesus is the best gift.” “Jae’s Place” was the winner in the wreath category.We thank all of those groups and individuals that shared their time and creativity in displaying a tree this year, all of the entries were unique, fun, and beautiful! Happy Holidays everyone!
The Winchester Public Library open house and voting on the festival of trees will be on Saturday, December 12th, from 12-2 pm. Voting will be on all 15 trees decorated by civic groups and individuals from 10-12 and 12-2 on Saturday. The open house will feature a program of Christmas music at 1:00, and drawing for 2 poinsettias as door prizes, shortly thereafter.
Those who have purchased a holiday poinsettia in support of the library, are urged to pick them up this Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, December 10th, 11th, and 12th.
Have a wonderful holiday season, and we hope to see you THIS Saturday, December 12th, from 12-2!
Take this opportunity to visit with local legislators regarding the value of public libraries and the needs of library patrons. A short presentation about the 2010 library legislative agenda will be followed by a question and answer session and lively discussion. Refreshments will be served. 6 pm-8 pm.
Check out the video below, to see how to effectively advocate for your library!
The Winchester Public Library annual open house will be held Saturday, December 12th, from 12-2 pm.
Refreshments and entertainment will be provided, as well as your opportunity to vote for your favorite tree or wreath, uniquely decorated by local civic groups and individuals*. All those attending will be eligible to enter the door prize drawing! We hope to see you there!
*Those interested in providing an artificial decorated tree or wreath, please contact the library @-913-774-4967 to sign up.
Do you remember the phrase “Let the wild rumpus start?” If so, then some wonderful soul once read you the unforgettable book: “Where The Wild Things Are.” This is a childhood favorite of many, that captures the imagination and attention of children so easily. Check out the movie in theaters this Friday , based on this beloved children’s favorite by Maurice Sendak. And don’t forget to come and check out a copy of this book, or many other “monster themed” delights here at the library! Happy Reading.
The Winchester Public Library board of trustees has recently approved the purchase of 6 new Apple imac computers, to replace the current older technology available. These new machines will allow our patrons the “latest, greatest, and fastest”, as well as the most user friendly of computers available today. As soon as the computers are in place, there will be computer classes available to the public, from very beginning skills, to more advanced techniques in computing.
Come join us in “being creative” on Mondays at 1:30. All ages preschool-5th grade are welcome!
Schedule of events:
June 8- Fun with music! Learn about different styles of music, and even write your own song!
June 15-Photography!
Learn how to take great pictures, learning froma professional photographer. A disposable camera will be provided to every child that attends!
June 22nd- Scrapbook Basics.
Using your photos (taken at the previous session, or bring a few from home), learn to create a scrapbook using paper, stickers and more!
June 29th-Art and Drama Day.
Put on a short play, and/or learn to make props and background (scenery) art for our play!
July 6th- Creative Party Time!
“Get Creative” with water games and sundaes at our party to celebrate your reading achievements! Fun prizes will be awarded to all who bring in a reading log.
Please join us for some or all of the programs.
Questions? Call: 913-774-4967 or email: winkslib@nekls.org
