Not a huge mailbag today, but there are a few things coming up VERY SOON that I wanted to remind you all about.
Vintage Book Sale
The Friends of the Webster Public Library’s next Vintage Book Sale is Saturday, Nov. 14 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the library, 980 Ridge Road. Shop more than 200 fiction and nonfiction books published between the 19th early 21st centuries. Prices start at $8.
Then, just a few weeks from now, on Nov. 30, the Friends’ annual Holiday Book Sale opens. If you’re looking for seasonal gifts (aren’t we all), you should check out the selection of holiday-themed used books, DVDs, CDs, and jigsaw puzzles (while supplies last). They’ll be displayed in front of the Bookstore inside the Library. The sale runs through Jan 2 and will be open when the library is open.
Proceeds from the sale support the library. The Webster Public Library is located at 980 Ridge Rd., at the rear of Webster Plaza.
Wait, there’s more!
If you’ve ever wanted to know more about our Webster Public Library, here’s your chance:
On Friday, Nov. 20, the library will host a “WPL Information Session” to share information with the public about what staff do at the library and what library services, resources, events, etc. we offer. They’re hoping the presentation will help folks who may be new to Webster or the Webster Library learn about this incredible community resource. Even long-time library patrons are likely to learn something new.
The presentation will be geared towards adults, and registration is required. Please register here.
Help create a cookbook at the Rec Center
Do you have some well-loved family recipes? Consider sharing them as the Webster Recreation Center hosts a “Create a Cookbook” event this Sunday, Nov. 15 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Dustin from ReciScan will be on hand to help create a community cookbook. Bring a few of your favorite recipes, the stories behind them, and optionally, photos of the prepared dishes to include alongside your recipes. A mix of recipes and stories will be chosen for the cookbook. Participants can watch the cookbook take shape, and work together to create an introduction and cover. Share family traditions, meet neighbors, and create a keepsake. (Space in the cookbook is limited, so not every recipe may be included.)
Printed cookbooks will cost $30-$45 each, separate from the participation fee (which is only $5). Book orders and payment will be collected at the event — cash, check or Venmo will be accepted. The finished cookbooks will be delivered to the Webster Recreation Center around Nov. 29.
Cost for the program is $5. Register for program # 341024-A.
Wreaths Across America reminder!
There’s still time to sponsor a wreath (or many) for Wreaths Across America Day on Saturday, Dec. 19. This is a day when the Webster community comes together to place wreaths on more than 2,100 veteran graves in four Webster-area cemeteries.
But before we can place them, we have to get 2,100 wreaths sponsored. Each wreath costs just $17, and $5 from each sponsorship will go directly to the Gold Star Mothers, who care for Gold Star families and veterans in need in our community. Click here for more information and to sponsor a wreath.
Sometime in early December the wreaths will be delivered to Webster Union Cemetery by a Wreaths Across America 18-wheeler, which will make its way through the village to the cemetery. Keep tabs on this blog and my Facebook page to see when we can expect the truck, so we can all cheer it on.
Much more information to come about Wreaths Across America Day.
Will it actually snow this year?
Remember that the Village of Webster’s Winter Wonderland festivities are only a few weeks away.
For those of you not yet familiar with this annual celebration, this is an afternoon and evening packed with holiday fun, including wagon rides, crafts for the kids, cookie decorating, live music, story time, a visit with Santa and lots more, culminating with the always spectacular Parade of Lights down Main Street. I’ll be providing a whole lot more details about this in a week or two, but make sure to get it on your calendar right now.
Chamber eat drink and connect
This tidbit from the Webster Chamber of Commerce:
The Chris Ross State Farm Agency, serving our Webster community with insurance and financial services, hosted Webster Chamber of Commerce members for an evening of networking at one of the Chamber’s Eat, Drink & Connect events. Pictured below (L-R) are Bob Ross, Lucille Ross, Sam Ross, Chris Ross and Chrisanne Ross.
Also from the Chamber: They’re collecting hats, mittens, scarves, gloves, and socks for Webster HOPE. You can drop items at the Chamber office, bring them to any Chamber event, or order them on Amazon.com and have them shipped directly to the Chamber (1110 Crosspointe Lane, Suite C, Webster). Here are some links to make it easy: Amazon.com: : Cushioned Crew Socks and Winter Beanies & Gloves Combo Pack, Bulk Pack for Men Women.
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(posted 11/13/2026)









































