Library Hours Monday- 10:00-7:00
Tuesday- 12:00-5:00
Wednesday- 10:00-5:30
Thursday- 10:00-7:00
Friday- 12:00-5:00
Saturday- 10:00-12:00
Sunday- Closed
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 School is almost out, and you have a whole summer ahead of you (or your kids). What to do?
Why not attend our fun, free, educational (without it being borrrr-ing) summer reading programs!!?!
Below is our schedule of activities for summer reading program. When you arrive for the first program, you can sign up (or sign up in advance by calling or emailing the library @ 913-774-4967 or director@winchesterlibrary.org), and you will receive a reading record, bag, bookmarks and goodies to take home with you. For each 5 books you read, and each program you attend, you will put a ticket into our fish bowl….and on the day of our ice cream party, we will draw for prizes!!
*Please Note: There has been a change in the way summer reading will be held. This year, there will be two separate programs: ages Preschool-2nd Grade, and Grades 3-5, with the exception of the last week, which will be a combined program.**
Preschool-2nd Grade Programs:
Monday, June 4th, 1:30 pm- Zipping, Zapping, Zooming Bats!
Monday, June 11th, 1:30 pm- Dreaming Under the Stars, Let’s Camp!
Monday, June 18th, 1:30 pm- The Very Lonely Firefly
Monday, June 25th, 1:30 pm-You Dream With Ice Cream- Surprise Program and Ice Cream Party!
3rd Grade-5th Grade Programs:
Tuesday, June 5th, 2:00 pm- Creatures of the Night!
Tuesday, June 12th, 2:00 pm- Campfire Ghost Stories
Tuesday, June 19th, 2:00 pm –Where the Wild Things Are
MONDAY June 25th, 1:30 pm- You Dream With Ice Cream- Surprise Program and Ice Cream Party!
For Grades 6-12:
Summer Reading Book Club!
Tuesdays, 3:00 pm
Join us in reading some fun, hot titles for 2012, chosen by YOU!
Contact the library at: 913-774-4967
director@winchesterlibrary.org, or write on our Facebook wall to sign up!
Come and Meet Sueños, our Summer Reading Program Mascot!!
Are you beginning to plan your summer, and fill your calendar with adventures both near and far? Are you wondering where to begin? Stop by the library, and find a wealth of information at your fingertips!
Are you thinking of taking a family vacation with all of the bells and whistles that come with visiting a busy, bustling city, or days of zooming on roller coasters?
The library has access to many travel guides, and books about cities and their attractions. And of course, using our public access computers, you can book a flight or hotel, and research and plan your entire itinerary!
Maybe you plan to stay close to home, and enjoy the sights and sounds just outside your door; like the beauty of a butterfly in flight, or the excitement of growing your own vegetables and flowers in a backyard garden or containers? We have the gardening guides with all of the ideas and solutions to make this a summer of sensational color and taste!
Is spending some time connecting with nature in the great outdoors on your list of possible summer fun? Pop into the library for great reads on national and state parks, or to have a friendly librarian find information for you!
Maybe you have children, and are looking for fun, educational activities to keep their summer exciting, and their minds occupied with creative ideas? Check back TOMORROW for a complete (and even printable) schedule of activities for children Preschool to Sixth Grade!
Whatever your summer plans, The Winchester Public Library has your connection to making it happen! Visit us today!
The Winchester Public Library together with the Jefferson County Extension Center, will be presenting a workshop on social networking, Thursday, April 5th, at 1:30 pm, in the library meeting room.
Social networking is a wonderful way to connect with people near and far, from the past, and the present. Learning to connect with others that share your interests, and past and present experiences opens up a whole new world to those who choose to take that step . This workshop will take the fear out of taking a dip into the social networking arenas of Facebook, Twitter, Linked In, Instagram, and more. Safety in social networking will also be discussed.
If you have a laptop computer, please feel free to bring it along, and interact with this discussion. All social networking topics will be presented on a large screen, and questions will be answered.
For more information, contact the library at 913-774-4967, or Cindy Williams at the Jefferson County Extension Office.
 Are you “peeking around” for a way to meet new people? Maybe you are new to the Winchester area? Do you enjoy books? The Winchester Public Library Book Club may be the place for you!
Each month, our book club members take turns choosing a book, and the choices are from all different genres, to keep the reading material fresh and interesting.
So join us for a lively book discussion, the first Monday of every month, at 4:30 pm, new members are always very welcome!
Call or email the library: 913-774-4967 or director@winchesterlibrary.org for more information.
 Bring your family and friends, to enjoy this beloved annual community event on Saturday, December 10th, from 11:00 am-1:00 pm.
Enjoy door prizes, the viewing of the lovely trees on display, a program of holiday music, refreshments, and a special holiday Storytime will be held at noon.
Make plans to attend, and to share a cup of wassail and holiday cheer with your friends and neighbors! We hope to see you there!
Fresh, Cheerful. For yourself or for a friend. Your poinsettias will bring beauty to your holidays! Poinsettias are $15, and available in 4 beautiful colors, and benefit the library (this is our only yearly fundraiser).
Please consider the purchase of a poinsettia this holiday season, we thank you for your support!
More information, and a printable form is available HERE or by clicking the link at the top of the home page.
The Winchester Public Library will be hold a quilt show, beginning October 12th, and lasting until November 12th. All quilters, or those who would like to display a quilt, are urged to contact the library at 913-774-4967 or director@winchesterlibrary.org to reserve a secure place to place it on display. We will welcome all forms of quilting, and hope to make this the best quilt show in the area!
Catch up on library trends and news by picking up a copy of our Fall newsletter! Inside is information about fun topics, and upcoming events.
Copies of the newsletter are available to pick up at the library, free of charge; and are also mailed to those on our mailing list….including past and present volunteers, donors, members of city government, or trustees. If you would like to have a copy of the newsletter mailed to you, please call the library at 913-774-4967 or email: director@winchesterlibrary.org
You may also subscribe to our email newsletter (which is delivered instantly) by contacting the above email address with your information!
From September 5th to September 30th the library will be running an online survey to find out how our patrons use the library’s computers and Internet connection and how this service has made a difference in their lives. This information will help the library improve its technology services and communicate the value of providing free access to computers and the Internet within our community. The IMPACT Survey is anonymous, available in English and Spanish, and takes 10-15 minutes to complete.
Please support the library and help us improve our services. Go to the library website www.winchesterlibrary.org to fill out the survey or access it from one of the library’s public access computers.
The survey is coordinated by the University of Washington with generous support from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. For more information about the IMPACT Survey, inquire at the library information desk or visit http://impactsurvey.org.
Would you like some suggestions for great reads? Would you like to know more about the different genres of books, and possibly discover a new favorite book and author?
Join us in a 40 minute review of several books; some new, some not so new (but that you possibly haven’t heard of), in two separate interactive sessions. There will be video book trailers (similar to movie trailers…they are very fun) and lively discussions, so please join us either on Friday, August 26th, at 2:00 pm, or Tuesday, September 6th, at 4:00 pm. We will be having light refreshments, so an RSVP of your attendance would be most appreciated at: 913-774-4967 or director@winchesterlibrary.org
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School is almost out, and you have a whole summer ahead of you (or your kids). What to do?
