Education

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.

Join us for a fun, festive gingerbread house decorating event! Grab your friends and neighbors and get in the spirit on Sunday, December 7th from 10am to 12pm at the Sons of Italy, Winchester. All proceeds to benefit the Muraco Elementary PTO.

Gingerbread houses, icing, and decorating supplies are provided, as well as festive music and merriment! This is not a drop off event so please plan to accompany children under 14.

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.

Elementary School Kids and their families, join us at Wright-Locke Farm to greet the farm goats! We'll learn all about them, shear some goat stories, and enjoy an easy guided walk around the farm property . Registration is required! We'll be meeting at the the All Seasons Barn at Wright-Locke Farm, located at 82 Ridge Street Winchester, Ma 01890.

Right Hand Mechanics: Guitar Clinic with Hayes Griffin
This 90-minute workshop is for any guitarist who wants to gain better control and fluency in flat-pick playing. Guest clinician Hayes Griffin will help participants to:
• Better control your picking hand
• Gain control when playing awkward string skips
• Gain fluidity at a variety of tempos
• Build techniques for better tone
• Learn how to practice to affirm good picking technique
Open to intermediate and advanced guitar players ages 13+. Please bring your guitar and a flat pick!
Free for WCMS students; $15 for the general public

We're looking for woodwind, brass, percussion, ukulele, guitar, bass and other instrumentalists to play spooky themed music to kick off this fun town-wide event. No marching is required - we'll play standing in place. Costumes are welcome. This event takes place in the Jenks Center parking lot, across from Town Hall. We'll meet at 10:00 AM in the parking lot for a quick run through rehearsal and play at 10:30 AM. Pick up your music parts in the front office once you've signed up to perform.
Sign up here!
Have Questions? Email us at wcms@winchestermusic.org