Cultural

Regular monthly meeting of the Friends of the Winchester Public Library.

Regular monthly meeting of the Friends of the Winchester Public Library.

Regular monthly meeting of the Friends of the Winchester Public Library.

Regular monthly meeting of the Friends of the Winchester Public Library.

Library Friends of all ages stop by the Library Lawn and visit the Frozen Hoagies Ice Cream Truck! Cool off with a refreshing treat and then stay for our concert on the Library Lawn with Matt Heaton and the Outside Toys!Questions? Call (781) 721-7171 x326, or email winchild@minlib.

Planning a funeral in advance is one of the most important and meaningful decisions you can make--but it's not always easy to talk about. That's where Lynn comes in! She keeps the conversation approachable and uplifting, making this journey of preparation feel empowering rather than overwhelming. Join us to explore the various funeral options-- whether it's eco-friendly, cremation, burial, or a combination. You'll gain valuable insights into the details that go into planning, from the funeral service itself to budgeting and ensuring your after-death wishes are honored. Ever thought about

Join Dawn Burau from Wild Indigo Gardening for a relaxed Q & A session about various gardening topics. July is almost the mid-session of gardening and all sorts of questions can pop up at this time of year. From vegetables, perennials, shrubs and annuals, folks might want to know about soil health, disease management, insect issues, how to get more veggies or flowers, when to harvest and how to cook and persevere.

The Winchester Cultural Council presents a grant information session on Thursday, Sept. 21, from 5–6:30 p.m., at the Winchester Public Library, 80 Washington Street. (The grant presentation will probably start around 5:15). The Cultural Council has good funding this year, thanks to strong support from the town and from the Massachusetts Cultural Council, but the Winchester community greatly needs cultural investment after the stress and isolation of the past few years, as well as continuing disruptions from construction in the center and throughout the town. The Cultural Council encourages

Looking for an alternative to conventional burial? Green burial -- also known as natural or eco-friendly burial -- offers a simple, sustainable way to return to the earth with minimal environmental impact. Learn what green burial is, the benefits, cemetery options, and costs. Join Marianne DiBlasi, member of Green Burial MA speaker bureau, for the discussion and see if a green burial aligns with your values and wishes.

Looking for an alternative to conventional burial? Green burial -- also known as natural or eco-friendly burial -- offers a simple, sustainable way to return to the earth with minimal environmental impact. Learn what green burial is, the benefits, cemetery options, and costs.