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This event is for students in grades 6-12. No adults, please.We're looking for teens to help make the library the best it can be! In this group we will have opportunities for you to help in a variety of ways - help make choices on what we should buy for the collection, create programs for all to attend, work on social…
Between 1895 and 1915, Robert Coit designed at least 50 prominent residences in Winchester as well as public buildings such as the public library, Boat Club and the First Congregation Church. In continuation of Winchester's 175th anniversary celebration, the Winchester Historical Society is pleased to present art…
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Join us for a special cinematic experience! Pianist Richard Hughes will take us back to a time when Nickelodeon theatres showed black & white flickers to the accompaniment of live piano. After an introductory talk about silent movie mood music, Richard will provide live piano accompaniment to a screening of The…
This book club at The Jenks, in partnership with the Winchester Public Library, brings a sociological and anthropological lens to the discussion of books. This month, we will discuss The Upswing: How America Came Together a Century Ago and How We Can Do It Again by Robert D.
Join award-winning journalist and author Caleb Gayle for a discussion of his new book Black Moses: A Saga of Ambition and the Fight for a Black State, which tells the remarkable story of Edward McCabe, a Black man who tried to establish a Black state within the United States.
Join in this annual event to improve town wetlands and wildlife habitats by cutting back and removing invasives such as bittersweet and knotweed. Activities, from 9 am to noon, will focus on two locations:
This event is for students in grades 6-12. No adults, please. The miracle berry is a fruit that changes how your tongue perceives flavors. Everybody will try an mberry and sample a variety of sweet and sour food to see how the flavor changes. We think you will be very surprised!This program is supported by the Friends…
This 90-minute workshop is for any musician who wants to explore songwriting for the first time or expand on their existing songwriting skills. Award-winning singer-songwriter Rachel Sumner will offer participants a look into her own creative process: where she finds inspiration, how she transforms a creative spark…
The Winchester Historical Society invites you to an Open House at the Sanborn.
A photographic exhibit of Robert Coit houses, past and present, will be on display. Docents will be conducting guided tours of the Sanborn House.
Get your creative juices flowing at the Winchester Public Library's new writing group. New and experienced writers are invited to the Library to explore creative writing in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment. You'll have the opportunity to examine and apply writing techniques, to generate new work with…
Join us for a screening of Memories Flow Beneath It: From Valley to Quabbin, a film by Roger Hagopian. The screening will be followed by a Q&A. The Quabbin Reservoir supplies water to over 50 communities in the greater metropolitan Boston area, including Winchester.
Registration deadline: October 27. This workshop is for high school students trying out for the MMEA Senior District and All-State Festivals. The workshop will provide a wealth of information about the audition process including how to prepare, manage nerves, and develop presentation skills. Students will perform for…
Have you recently discovered - or are you wondering - if ADHD has quietly shaped your life's journey? In this supportive, interactive workshop, co-facilitators Faith Blake and Dr. Karen Abdool bring both professional expertise and lived experience as late-diagnosed ADHD adults.
On Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, Crawford Memorial United Methodist Church, 34 Dix St., will hold its annual Holiday Faire, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come for Crawford's famous apple pies and fabulous cookie bar; the Christmas room with a splendid array of lovely holiday decorations and other exciting items not found in local…
Join the Winchester Public Library and the International School of Boston for a French storytime! Children and their caregivers will enjoy classic books read aloud in French, and be introduced to simple vocabulary and everyday words through interactive activities.
For more than 25 years, award-winning journalist and author Ted Reinstein has covered New England for WCVB's celebrated show, Chronicle, the nation's longest-running locally-produced nightly newsmagazine. Ted has visited and reported from every corner of New England, introducing viewers to some of the region's most…
Did you know that gambling is a serious public health issue? People with a gambling disorder are at increased risk for suicidal ideation and other mental health issues. Gambling takes many forms, including sports betting and betting disguised in video games.
Join us for a presentation on the risk factors for gambling…
Mark your calendars for Winchester's 3rd Annual Open Studios! Over 50 artists are participating with music performances at Griffin Museum, Farmers Market at the Jenks Center, and Unitarian Society.
Stop by to start your holiday shopping early, listen to some music, support our artists, or just be part of the vibe!…