We found 12 festive crafts to make, and books to go along with each of them. Every book below is available to request from the library
WFoL Book Sale on Saturday, November 14th
For many people, one of the only good things coming out of this pandemic has been the time to read and read. But perhaps you have read all the books on your shelf. No worries, Winters Friends of the Library is here to help. Books, books, and more books will be available to buy at […]
Summer Joys: Reading and Swimming
By Revalee Hemken My family did not have much extra cash when I was growing up in Redlands, California in the 50’s and 60’s. We didn’t have air-conditioning to combat the unbelievably hot summers. We didn’t have a bookshelf full of books to read. What would an avid reader do to survive June, July, August? […]
Please Donate Books
Tidy up your home and promote literacy in Winters. The books you and your kids have outgrown are needed now! Marie Kondo says, “Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to spark the joy of reading in our young neighbors.” No, she didn’t really say that, but it is true nonetheless. We especially need: sturdy […]
Author Lisa Nalbone Speaks at Winters Community Library on August 14, 2018
The Winters Friends of the Library will be hosting an author talk on August 14 at 7pm at the Winters Community Library. Local author Lisa Nalbone will speak about her guide and workbook LIFESPARKS: Ask hard questions, TRY new things, Do what matters. which offers strategies and practical steps for using self-directed learning to navigate life’s […]
Author Melina Sempill Watts Speaks at Winters Community Library on April 24, 2018
Please join us to hear author Melina Sempill Watts will speak about her novel Tree from 7-8 pm on April 24, at the Winters Community Library. Tree is a novel focusing on the life of a California live oak over 229 years of California history. About the Author Watts began her career in Hollywood as a […]
Author Tamsen Schultz Speaks at Winters Community Library on September 26
The Winters Friends of the Library will be hosting an author talk on September 26, at 7:00 pm in at the Winters Community Library. The featured, local author is Tamsen Schultz. Come hear her talk about lifelong learning, the process of writing, and overcoming obstacles, both real and imagined, to produce that first, second, and even third creative […]
Mrs. Gildart’s Book Cart
In honor of what would have been her mother’s 100th birthday this past September, Rebecca and Woody Fridae and their extended family have donated a lovely green book cart to the Winters Friends of the Library to use at book sales and events. Painted green and hand-lettered with the words, “Mrs’ Gildart’s Book Cart, Woody […]
Books and Brew Thank You!
Winters Friends of the Library wants to thank all the authors, volunteers, members, and Berryessa Brewing Company and their guests for supporting the friends and their dedication to promoting the library, literacy and life long learning in our community. It was a gorgeous day of generosity and making new friends. Please support the authors by […]
A Child’s Garden of Daydreams: Author Catriona McPherson Talks Libraries
Catriona McPherson is a multi-award winning mystery author who has lived in Winters since 2010. Find out more about her and her books at www.catrionamcpherson.com Talk about libraries? Are you kidding? You’ll have to start a petition to get me to shut up! Every book I write (and I’ve just printed out the third draft […]
Buy Books Online at Our Wintersfriends Amazon Bookstore
Have you been to look at the books for sale on our Amazon bookstore recently? We have a wide selection of more than 200 books. What are your interests? Art, cooking, how-to, coffee table, research, guides….. Browse the many books and you’re sure to find something intriguing and unique. How do we get these books? Our […]
Arann Harris and the Bad Farmers at the Gazebo in Winters July 30, 2015
Arann Harris and the Bad Farmers will play a free outdoor concert on Thursday, July 30, 7:00–8:30 p.m. at the Rotary Park Gazebo, on Main Street at Railroad Avenue, in front of the Community Center in Winters. Arann Harris and his band bring “one part Muppets, one part summer camp, and two parts American roots […]
