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We love being able to offer all of our programs and events free to our community!

Help us keep up the good work: Consider making a donation.

Whelden is a private non-profit that relies on donations, grants, and fundraisers for more than half of its operating budget.

Paypal Link: paypal.me/whelden2262

Visit: wheldenlibrary.org/donate

or donate the next time you stop in!

Grinch Storytime and Photo Session Fundraiser

Celebrate the season with us at Whelden Memorial Library in West Barnstable!

Storytime at 12:00 PM

Kick off with a reading of How the Grinch Stole Christmas and a craft session. This event is free and perfect for all ages, but space is limited—please register here: bit.ly/wmlgrinchstorytime

Photo Op Fundraiser at 1:00 PM

Stick around for our special fundraiser and take a memorable photo with the Grinch and his pal, Max! Reserve your spot here: bit.ly/wmlgrinch

Pre-purchase Discount: $10 per group ($15 for groups of 6+), processing fees will apply

Cash-Only Walk-Ins: $15 per group ($20 for groups of 6+), space permitting

All proceeds support Whelden Memorial Library’s programs and services.

Make holiday memories, enjoy a classic story, and help us keep our library thriving this season!

Take & Make - Winter Gnome

Register to get everything you need for a fun craft experience.

To Register:

Visit: wheldenlibrary.org/events

Email: whelden@comcast.nemonday jaunt

or Call: 508-362-2262

Penguin Scavenger Hunt

Find the penguins sliding in the library to solve the riddle throughout the month of December in the Library!

December Macramé

Monday December 2nd

4:30pm

Kids and adults alike are invited to join in on the fun while we learn how to make a macramé project.

Best suited for ages 7 and up!

To Register:

Visit: wheldenlibrary.org/events

Email: whelden@comcast.net

or Call: 508-362-2262

Snow Globes

Monday, December 9th

4:00pm

Kids ages 6-18 can make a snow globe with mason jars!

To Register:

Visit: wheldenlibrary.org/events

Email: whelden@comcast.net

or Call: 508-362-2262

Cookie Decorating

Monday, December 23rd

3:00pm

Kids will have the opportunity to decorate and eat cookies!

To Register:

Visit: wheldenlibrary.org/events

Email: whelden@comcast.net

or Call: 508-362-2262

Storytime with Lizzy

Thursdays

11am

Drop-in story time geared towards a pre-school audience. Caregivers and children listen to stories read by Lizzy, sing, dance, and have fun each week!

Lego Club

Second Wednesday of Every Month

3-6pm

Time to get creative!

Drop in and test your build skills.

Complete our challenge or do your own thing!

Leave behind your creations to be put on display in the library until next month.

All ages welcome! Duplos available for younger builders. 

Pokémon Club

Sunday, December 29th

12:30pm

Do you love Pokémon?!

Let's celebrate our common interest with each other!

Scavenger hunt, prizes, trivia, and trading card game practice, instruction, and play time!

Children 10 or older may be left until Club time ends.

Dates and times vary, so stay tuned by signing up for our newsletters and checking our event calendar!

Registration is required for this club. 

To Register:

Visit: wheldenlibrary.org/events

Email: whelden@comcast.net

or Call: 508-362-2262

Family Movie Night

Monday, December 30th

4pm

A lonesome son protects his home from two bad guys over the holidays.

Can't wait to guess what movie it is?

Call or stop in for the title.