Easter Closing

The library will be closed on Sunday, April 5th in observance of Easter.

Upcoming Events

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Passport

Passports to CT Libraries

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Information Desk at Wallingford Public Library

Program Type:

Community Events, Hobbies & Gaming, Hands-On Activities, Other

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Information Desk
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Events, Hobbies & Gaming, Hands-On Activities, Other
Event Details:

From April 1- April 30, 2026, the Connecticut Library Assocation invites you to visit all of the participating Connecticut public libraries in its Passports to CT Libraries program!

Coral Reef

Life on a Coral Reef: Exploring the Ocean Through Photography

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Wallingford Public Library

Program Type:

Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle, Hobbies & Gaming, Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events, STEM/STEAM, Music, Arts, & Culture, Interest Groups, Other

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle, Hobbies & Gaming, Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events, STEM/STEAM, Music, Arts, & Culture, Interest Groups, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate Earth Month with a deep dive into the fascinating world of coral reefs!

Resume

Fundamentals of Resume Writing

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room at Wallingford Public Library

Program Type:

Business, Career, & Financial, Community Events, Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events, Hands-On Activities, Interest Groups, Other

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business, Career, & Financial, Community Events, Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events, Hands-On Activities, Interest Groups, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

This workshop will cover all components of an effective resume. Participants will learn strategies to create a clear, focused resume that highlights their skills, experience, education, and accomplishments in a way that appeals to employers.

libro

Conversemos sobre este libro: “No estas en la Lista”

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Book Discussion, Español, One Book One Wallingford, Other

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Español, One Book One Wallingford, Other
Event Details:

Queremos invitarlos a compartir una tarde entretenida, discutiendo y conversando sobre el libro "No Estás en la Lista" de Alison Espach. ¡Acompáñennos en SCOW el 9 de abril de 6:30 a 8:30!

Bevy Smith

Talking TED @ Home

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom Virtual Meeting at Wallingford Public Library

Program Type:

Collaboratory, Interest Groups

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Zoom Virtual Meeting
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Interest Groups
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join librarian Cindy Haiken on Zoom to watch and discuss a popular TED talk. Once registered, you will receive an invitation to the Zoom meeting via email on the day of the event.

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Spring Drawstring Bag

1:00pm–3:00pm
High Schoolers, Adults
Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Conference Table
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn to make a cute spring accessory with Dawn, The Stitching Coach. Participants should have a basic knowledge of sewing with a machine. In this program, patrons will learn to finish raw edges, make a drawstring casing and more.

Easter

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Wallingford Public Library

Learn to Laser Cut

2:00pm–3:30pm
High Schoolers, Adults
Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Technology Training
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get started designing your own laser cutter projects using CorelDRAW software. Participants will make a basic wood project. Prior computer experience is recommended.

 

High School Trading Card Club

4:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, High Schoolers
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Charlotte Collins Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, High Schoolers
Program Type: Hobbies & Gaming, Hands-On Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 9-12 | Register for a reminder

Family Dungeons and Dragons

6:00pm–8:00pm
Children, Elementary Schoolers, Tweens, Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers, Adults, Everyone
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Wonder Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary Schoolers, Tweens, Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Hobbies & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kids & their Grown-Up | Registration Required

Open Sew

6:00pm–8:30pm
High Schoolers, Adults
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.

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. 

 

Beginner Embroidery Sampler

3:00pm–4:30pm
High Schoolers, Adults
Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Conference Table
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to get into hand stitching but don’t know where to start? Join us for an introduction to basic hand embroidery stitches, and leave with a beautiful sampler!

 

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. 

 

Beginner Embroidery Sampler

11:00am–12:30pm
High Schoolers, Adults
Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Conference Table
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to get into hand stitching but don’t know where to start? Join us for an introduction to basic hand embroidery stitches, and leave with a beautiful sampler!

 

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. 

 

Everlasting Plant

6:00pm–8:00pm
High Schoolers, Adults
Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Conference Table
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create an everlasting plant using new and repurposed beads. Participants will also be able to choose from new or vintage containers to house their plant. 

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. 

 

On Writing Action-Packed and Suspenseful Spycraft with Brad Taylor

7:00pm–8:00pm
High Schoolers, Adults
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Zoom Virtual Meeting
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

On Writing Action-Packed and Suspenseful Spycraft with Brad Taylor

Flower Bowl

7:00pm–8:30pm
High Schoolers, Adults
Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Conference Table
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make a decorative wooden bowl in the shape of a flower using parts cut out from 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. 

 

Everlasting Plant

6:00pm–8:00pm
High Schoolers, Adults
Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Conference Table
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create an everlasting plant using new and repurposed beads. Participants will also be able to choose from new or vintage containers to house their plant. 

Graphics Office Hours

6:00pm–8:00pm
High Schoolers, Adults
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Diamond Desk - Green
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Technology Training
Event Details:

Do you need dedicated one-on-one help with a graphics project? Our talented volunteer, Kate, will help you use Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, or Photoshop to turn your vision into reality.

Flower Bowl

3:00pm–4:30pm
High Schoolers, Adults
Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Conference Table
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make a decorative wooden bowl in the shape of a flower using parts cut out from 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. 

 

Teen Cuisine: Dyed Deviled Eggs

2:00pm–4:00pm
Tweens, Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Program Type: Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle, Hobbies & Gaming, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 6-12 | Registration required

One Book One Wallingford: Meet Author Alison Espach

7:00pm–8:00pm
High Schoolers, Adults
Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Community Events, One Book One Wallingford, Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events, Music, Arts, & Culture, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meet Alison Espach as she discusses her bestselling novel The Wedding People. Copies will be available for purchase and signing. Register for a seat or Zoom link!

 

Lush Lyricism and Intimate Confessions with Miranda Cowley Heller

2:00pm–3:00pm
High Schoolers, Adults
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Zoom Virtual Meeting
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Lush Lyricism and Intimate Confessions with Miranda Cowley Heller

Craft a Custom Resin Trinket Box

4:00pm–5:00pm
Tweens, Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Conference Table
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hobbies & Gaming, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 6-12 | Registration required

Teen Craft Club

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Conference Table
Age Group: Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hobbies & Gaming, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 6-12 | Register for a reminder

"The Librarians": A Documentary Screening & Discussion

6:30pm–8:30pm
Teens, High Schoolers, Adults
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Film & TV, Music, Arts, & Culture, Interest Groups, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a special screening of the 2025 documentary The Librarians in honor of National School Library Month!

Learn to Laser Cut

2:00pm–3:30pm
High Schoolers, Adults
Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Technology Training
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get started designing your own laser cutter projects using CorelDRAW software. Participants will make a basic wood project. Prior computer experience is recommended.

 

WPL Teen Debate Club

3:00pm–4:30pm
Teens, High Schoolers
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Charlotte Collins Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, High Schoolers
Program Type: Interest Groups, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 9-12 | Register for a reminder

Decoupage Wooden Boxes

7:00pm–8:30pm
High Schoolers, Adults
Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Conference Table
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to use Mod Podge to decoupage a small wooden box.

 

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. 

 

Decoupage Wooden Boxes

3:00pm–4:30pm
High Schoolers, Adults
Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Conference Table
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to use Mod Podge to decoupage a small wooden box.

 

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.