Christmas Closing

The library will be closed on Tuesday, December 24th and Wednesday, December 25th in observance of Christmas.

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This event is in the "Children" group.

Paws for Reading: 11:15

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 11:15am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Hands-On Activities
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Grades K-5 | Registration RequiredLearning to read can be intimidating, but reading to a cute animal can be comforting. Sign up for a time slot to read a book to a furry friend. Ch...

Registration
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Discussion, Hands-On Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-5 | Registration Required

This event is in the "Children" group.

Paws for Reading: 11:30

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 11:30am - 11:45am
Children's Program Room at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Hands-On Activities
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Grades K-5 | Registration RequiredLearning to read can be intimidating, but reading to a cute animal can be comforting. Sign up for a time slot to read a book to a furry friend. Ch...

Registration
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Discussion, Hands-On Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-5 | Registration Required

This event is in the "Children" group.

Paws for Reading: 11:45

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 11:45am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Hands-On Activities
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Grades K-5 | Registration RequiredLearning to read can be intimidating, but reading to a cute animal can be comforting. Sign up for a time slot to read a book to a furry friend. Ch...

Registration
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Discussion, Hands-On Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-5 | Registration Required

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

All Day
Wallingford Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Wallingford Public Library
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Elementary Schoolers" group.

Break It!

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Community Room at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Hands-On Activities, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Elementary Schoolers
Event Details:

Grades 1-5 | Registration RequiredThe library has a pile of old electronics and we need YOU to help us dismantle them. Whether you want to take things apart to figure out how they ...

Registration
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary Schoolers
Program Type: Hands-On Activities, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 1-5 | Registration Required

This event is in the "High Schoolers" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Custom Snow Globes

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults
Event Details:

Create a decal in Cricut Design Space to place on acrylic for the inside of this easy to assemble snow globe!Note: This is a repeat program. Please do not register if you have atte...

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Create a decal in Cricut Design Space to place on acrylic for the inside of this easy to assemble snow globe!

Disclaimer(s)

Special Accommodations

If you have a disability and may require special accommodations in order to fully participate in this program, please contact us at (203)265-6754. Advance notice is required to arrange for some accessibility needs. 

 

This event is in the "High Schoolers" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Custom Snow Globes

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults
Event Details:

Create a decal in Cricut Design Space to place on acrylic for the inside of this easy to assemble snow globe!Note: This is a repeat program. Please do not register if you have atte...

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Create a decal in Cricut Design Space to place on acrylic for the inside of this easy to assemble snow globe!

Disclaimer(s)

Special Accommodations

If you have a disability and may require special accommodations in order to fully participate in this program, please contact us at (203)265-6754. Advance notice is required to arrange for some accessibility needs. 

 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Middle Schoolers" group.
This event is in the "High Schoolers" group.

Make a Dice Box

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Collaboratory Conference Table at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hobbies & Gaming, Hands-On Activities
Age Group:
Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Event Details:

Grades 6-12 | Registration requiredYou've made your own resin dice, now make a resin box to store them in! The box will fit your resin dice set, along with others, but will not fit...

Registration
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Conference Table
Age Group: Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hobbies & Gaming, Hands-On Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 6-12 | Registration required

Disclaimer(s)

Special Accommodations

If you have a disability and may require special accommodations in order to fully participate in this program, please contact us at (203)265-6754. Advance notice is required to arrange for some accessibility needs. 

 

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Elementary Schoolers" group.

LEGO Club

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Wonder Room at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Hobbies & Gaming, Hands-On Activities, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Elementary Schoolers
Event Details:

Grades K-5 | Registration RequiredBring your imagination and join us for an hour of fun with LEGO bricks!At this program, kids and their grown-up will have a chance to show off the...

Registration
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Wonder Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary Schoolers
Program Type: Hobbies & Gaming, Hands-On Activities, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-5 | Registration Required

Bring your imagination and join us for an hour of fun with LEGO bricks!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Knit @ WPL

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Collaboratory Diamond Desk - Gray at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hobbies & Gaming, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts, Interest Groups
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Knit @ WPL is a place where knitters and crocheters can practice their work in the company of others. Newcomers are welcome to join, but knitting experience is required.No registra...

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Diamond Desk - Gray
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hobbies & Gaming, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts, Interest Groups
Event Details:

Knit @ WPL is a place where knitters and crocheters can practice their work in the company of others. Newcomers are welcome to join, but knitting experience is required.

No registration required.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Evening Ukulele Club

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Hobbies & Gaming, Hands-On Activities, Music, Arts, & Culture, Interest Groups
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join our evening Ukulele Club to practice & play with other uke enthusiasts! The first hour of each session will be dedicated to more experienced players, while the last half-h...

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Hobbies & Gaming, Hands-On Activities, Music, Arts, & Culture, Interest Groups
Event Details:

Join our evening Ukulele Club to practice & play with other uke enthusiasts! The first hour of each session will be dedicated to more experienced players, while the last half-hour will be focused on beginners.

This event is in the "High Schoolers" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Laser Cut Mandala Bowl

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Collaboratory Conference Table at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults
Event Details:

Assemble and decorate a bowl out of a repeating mandala shape, cut out here in the library on our laser cutter.Enter the registration lottery from December 20th-22nd at: https://fo...

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Conference Table
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Assemble and decorate a bowl out of a repeating mandala shape, cut out here in the library on our laser cutter.

Disclaimer(s)

Special Accommodations

If you have a disability and may require special accommodations in order to fully participate in this program, please contact us at (203)265-6754. Advance notice is required to arrange for some accessibility needs. 

 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Middle Schoolers" group.
This event is in the "High Schoolers" group.

Needle Felted Bookmarks

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Event Details:

Grades 6-12 | Registration requiredExperiment with 2D needle felting by making a corner-style bookmark! We'll needle felt onto a sturdy felt base and do a little bit of embroidery ...

Registration
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth
Age Group: Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 6-12 | Registration required

Experiment with 2D needle felting by making a corner-style bookmark! We'll needle felt onto a sturdy felt base and do a little bit of embroidery to finish off the bookmark.

Disclaimer(s)

Special Accommodations

If you have a disability and may require special accommodations in order to fully participate in this program, please contact us at (203)265-6754. Advance notice is required to arrange for some accessibility needs. 

 

This event is in the "High Schoolers" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Laser Cut Mandala Bowl

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Collaboratory Conference Table at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults
Event Details:

Assemble and decorate a bowl out of a repeating mandala shape, cut out here in the library on our laser cutter.Enter the registration lottery from December 20th-22nd at: https://fo...

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Conference Table
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Assemble and decorate a bowl out of a repeating mandala shape, cut out here in the library on our laser cutter.

Disclaimer(s)

Special Accommodations

If you have a disability and may require special accommodations in order to fully participate in this program, please contact us at (203)265-6754. Advance notice is required to arrange for some accessibility needs. 

 

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Elementary Schoolers" group.

Take Your Child to the Library Day!

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Room at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Community Events, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Schoolers
Event Details:

Families | Drop-InStop by the library to celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day. We have tons of fun activities going on! Grab a free book, check out our Face Painting &...

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Schoolers
Program Type: Community Events, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Families | Drop-In

This event is in the "High Schoolers" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Open Sew

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Collaboratory Conference Table at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults
Event Details:

Do you like to sew? Join people who enjoy quilting and sewing at a casual “drop in” program anytime from 6:00 to 8:30pm in the Collaboratory the first Tuesday evening of each month...

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Conference Table
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Do you like to sew? Join people who enjoy quilting and sewing at a casual “drop in” program anytime from 6:00 to 8:30pm in the Collaboratory the first Tuesday evening of each month. Bring your unfinished projects, either hand sewing or machine.

This event is in the "High Schoolers" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Wooden Quilt Block

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults
Event Details:

Create a decorative wooden quilt block using laser cut pieces. There will be three classic quilt block patterns from which to choose. This is not a quilting program. Note: Thi...

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Create a decorative wooden quilt block using laser cut pieces. There will be three classic quilt block patterns from which to choose. This is not a quilting program. 

Disclaimer(s)

Special Accommodations

If you have a disability and may require special accommodations in order to fully participate in this program, please contact us at (203)265-6754. Advance notice is required to arrange for some accessibility needs. 

 

This event is in the "High Schoolers" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Wooden Quilt Block

Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Collaboratory Conference Table at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults
Event Details:

Create a decorative wooden quilt block using laser cut pieces. There will be three classic quilt block patterns from which to choose. This is not a quilting program. Note: Thi...

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Conference Table
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Create a decorative wooden quilt block using laser cut pieces. There will be three classic quilt block patterns from which to choose. This is not a quilting program. 

Disclaimer(s)

Special Accommodations

If you have a disability and may require special accommodations in order to fully participate in this program, please contact us at (203)265-6754. Advance notice is required to arrange for some accessibility needs. 

 

This event is in the "High Schoolers" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

DIY Succulent Wall Hanging

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Collaboratory Conference Table at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults
Event Details:

Create a succulent wall hanging using Cricut cut paper, which can live forever on your wall!Enter the registration lottery from January 20th-22nd at: https://forms.gle/8u18Fh6ewEHU...

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Conference Table
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Create a succulent wall hanging using Cricut cut paper, which can live forever on your wall!

Disclaimer(s)

Special Accommodations

If you have a disability and may require special accommodations in order to fully participate in this program, please contact us at (203)265-6754. Advance notice is required to arrange for some accessibility needs. 

 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Knit @ WPL

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Collaboratory Diamond Desk - Gray at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hobbies & Gaming, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts, Interest Groups
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Knit @ WPL is a place where knitters and crocheters can practice their work in the company of others. Newcomers are welcome to join, but knitting experience is required.No registra...

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Diamond Desk - Gray
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hobbies & Gaming, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts, Interest Groups
Event Details:

Knit @ WPL is a place where knitters and crocheters can practice their work in the company of others. Newcomers are welcome to join, but knitting experience is required.

No registration required.

This event is in the "High Schoolers" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Love Bugs

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Collaboratory Conference Table at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults
Event Details:

Use mandala dotting paint techniques on a rock to create a cute bug. This is a great beginner project.Enter the registration lottery from January 20th-22nd at: https://forms.gle/8u...

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Conference Table
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Use mandala dotting paint techniques on a rock to create a cute bug. This is a great beginner project.

Disclaimer(s)

Special Accommodations

If you have a disability and may require special accommodations in order to fully participate in this program, please contact us at (203)265-6754. Advance notice is required to arrange for some accessibility needs. 

 

This event is in the "High Schoolers" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

DIY Laser Etched Candles

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults
Event Details:

Design an image to be etched onto a candleholder, then make the candle that goes inside using wax, pigment, and fragrances!Enter the registration lottery from January 20th-22nd at:...

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Design an image to be etched onto a candleholder, then make the candle that goes inside using wax, pigment, and fragrances!

Disclaimer(s)

Special Accommodations

If you have a disability and may require special accommodations in order to fully participate in this program, please contact us at (203)265-6754. Advance notice is required to arrange for some accessibility needs. 

 

This event is in the "High Schoolers" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Love Bugs

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Collaboratory Conference Table at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults
Event Details:

Use mandala dotting paint techniques on a rock to create a cute bug. This is a great beginner project.Enter the registration lottery from January 20th-22nd at: https://forms.gle/8u...

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Conference Table
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Use mandala dotting paint techniques on a rock to create a cute bug. This is a great beginner project.

Disclaimer(s)

Special Accommodations

If you have a disability and may require special accommodations in order to fully participate in this program, please contact us at (203)265-6754. Advance notice is required to arrange for some accessibility needs. 

 

This event is in the "High Schoolers" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

DIY Laser Etched Candles

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults
Event Details:

Design an image to be etched onto a candleholder, then make the candle that goes inside using wax, pigment, and fragrances!Enter the registration lottery from January 20th-22nd at:...

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Design an image to be etched onto a candleholder, then make the candle that goes inside using wax, pigment, and fragrances!

Disclaimer(s)

Special Accommodations

If you have a disability and may require special accommodations in order to fully participate in this program, please contact us at (203)265-6754. Advance notice is required to arrange for some accessibility needs.