Christmas Closing

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

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Name: Uke-Tide Carols: A Wallingford Ukulele Club Holiday Concert
Start: 2024-12-18T19:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-12-18T20:00:00-05:00
Location: Wallingford Public Library

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Uke-Tide Carols: A Wallingford Ukulele Club Holiday Concert

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Community Room at Wallingford Public Library

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Community Events, Hobbies & Gaming, Music, Arts, & Culture, Other

Age Group:

Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Schoolers, Tweens, Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers, Adults, Everyone

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Schoolers, Tweens, Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers, Adults, Everyone

Program Type: Community Events, Hobbies & Gaming, Music, Arts, & Culture, Other

Registration Required

Event Details:

Gather with our new Wallingford Ukulele Club as they celebrate the Holiday Season!

instructor showing senior citizens how to use a computer

Dear IT: Backing Up Your Computer

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Community Room at Wallingford Public Library

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Technology Training

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Adults

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Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Technology Training

Registration Required

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Do you feel like technology has left you behind? Do you have a burning question, but you don’t know who to ask?

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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.

Black family observing Kwanzaa by lighting kinara

Kwanzaa: Umoja (Unity) and a Festival of Lights

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Community Room at Wallingford Public Library

Program Type:

Music, Arts, & Culture

Age Group:

Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone

Program Type: Music, Arts, & Culture

Registration Required

Event Details:

All Ages | Registration Required

A Passeggiata Through Italy: Its Past, Present and Future

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Zoom Virtual Meeting at Wallingford Public Library

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Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events, Music, Arts, & Culture, Other

Age Group:

Adults

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library

Room: Zoom Virtual Meeting

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events, Music, Arts, & Culture, Other

Registration Required

Event Details:

Escape the winter cold with us on this passeggiata (“stroll”) through the richness and diversity of Italy with Mariann Millard, a professional tour guide who has spent time living there herself.

Talking TED @ Home

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Zoom Virtual Meeting at Wallingford Public Library

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Collaboratory, Interest Groups

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Adults

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Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library

Room: Zoom Virtual Meeting

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Collaboratory, Interest Groups

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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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9 am		This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. Story Walk with Mrs. Stowe 9:30am - 10:30am Children, Preschoolers Registration Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Children, Preschoolers Program Type: Book Discussion, Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle, Story Time Registration Required Event Details: Ages 3-5 \| Registration Required				This event is in the "Adults" group. VITA Tax Preparation 2025 9:30am - 2:00pm Adults Charlotte Collins Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library Room: Charlotte Collins Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Business, Career, & Financial, Community Events Event Details: If you earned less than $67,000 in 2024, you may be eligible for free tax preparation services including e-file and direct deposit! This event is in the "Adults" group. Saturday Mornings with Poetry 9:45am - 12:00pm Adults Community Room This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Music, Arts, & Culture, Interest Groups Saturday Mornings with Poetry IN-PERSON MEETING A meeting of people who love reading and writing poetry. SMwP provides poetic opportunities for anyone to share their poetry, discuss the literary works of poets known and unknown, and expand skills in writing and editing poems in the shared camaraderie of comfortable, supportive members. No registration required. To participate and for details about meeting virtually or in-person, contact Karen Ciosek at kjc73048@gmail.com.
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11 am					This event is in the "Adults" group. Coffee & Connections 11:00am - 12:00pm Adults Charlotte Collins Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library Room: Charlotte Collins Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Community Events, Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle, Other Event Details: Come join us for a weekly program to forge new connections with folks you might otherwise never get to know!
12 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group. Literacy Volunteers 12:30pm - 2:00pm Adults Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library Room: Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth Age Group: Adults Program Type: Collaboratory, Interest Groups, Other Event Details: Denise Codianne-Calabrese from Literacy Volunteers will be available Tuesdays for literary assistance.
1 pm		This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. Story Walk with Mrs. Stowe 1:30pm - 2:30pm Children, Preschoolers Registration Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Children, Preschoolers Program Type: Book Discussion, Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle, Story Time Registration Required Event Details: Ages 3-5 \| Registration Required				This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. This event is in the "Elementary Schoolers" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Middle Schoolers" group. Game on! 1:30pm - 4:00pm Children, Preschoolers, Elementary Schoolers, Tweens, Middle Schoolers Wonder Room Registration This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. This event is in the "Elementary Schoolers" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Middle Schoolers" group. Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library Room: Wonder Room Age Group: Children, Preschoolers, Elementary Schoolers, Tweens, Middle Schoolers Program Type: Hobbies & Gaming Registration Required Event Details: Preschool - 8th Grade \| Registration encouraged for a reminder
2 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group. Learn to Laser Cut 2:00pm - 3:30pm Adults Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library Room: Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth Age Group: Adults Program Type: Collaboratory, Technology Training 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. 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. Intermediate Canva 2:00pm - 3:30pm Adults Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library Room: Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth Age Group: Adults Program Type: Collaboratory, Technology Training Event Details: Use Canva to practice different design principles such as visual hierarchy, negative space, and balance that will help your designs shine! This will be a hands-on, guided class. Basic experience with Canva is 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.
3 pm				This event is in the "High Schoolers" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Laser Etched Bookmarks 3:00pm - 4:30pm High Schoolers, Adults Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth This event is in the "High Schoolers" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. 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 design to be etched onto a leather 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.
4 pm	This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. French Conversation Group 4:30pm - 5:30pm Teens, Adults Collaboratory Conference Table This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library Room: Collaboratory Conference Table Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Collaboratory, Music, Arts, & Culture, Interest Groups French Discussion Group Improve your French in a friendly and non-judgmental space! Some knowledge of French recommended.	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Elementary Schoolers" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Middle Schoolers" group. This event is in the "High Schoolers" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. D&D-Fest 4:00pm - 6:00pm Children, Elementary Schoolers, Tweens, Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers, Adults, Everyone Charlotte Collins Meeting Room Registration This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Elementary Schoolers" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Middle Schoolers" group. This event is in the "High Schoolers" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library Room: Charlotte Collins Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Elementary Schoolers, Tweens, Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers, Adults, Everyone Program Type: Hobbies & Gaming Registration Required Event Details: All Ages \| Registration Required	This event is in the "Elementary Schoolers" group. American Sign Language Club for Kids 4:30pm - 5:30pm Elementary Schoolers Wonder Room Registration This event is in the "Elementary Schoolers" group. Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library Room: Wonder Room Age Group: Elementary Schoolers Program Type: Music, Arts, & Culture, Interest Groups Registration Required Event Details: Grades 2-5 \| Registration Required Come practice sign language with other kids! Each month will have a different theme and you will be able to reinforce what you learn through games and activities.	This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Spanish Conversation Group 4:30pm - 5:30pm Teens, Adults Charlotte Collins Meeting Room This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library Room: Charlotte Collins Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Community Events, Español, Hobbies & Gaming, Interest Groups Spanish Conversation Group Improve your Spanish in a friendly and non-judgmental space! Some knowledge of Spanish recommended. No registration required.
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6 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group. Knit @ WPL 6:00pm - 7:30pm Adults Collaboratory Diamond Desk - Gray This event is in the "Adults" group. 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. One-on-One Career Counseling 6:00pm - 9:00pm Adults Zoom Virtual Meeting Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library Room: Zoom Virtual Meeting Age Group: Adults Program Type: Business, Career, & Financial One-on-One Career Counseling One-on-One Career Services Sign up today to schedule your 45-minute appointment with our Career Specialist, Sarah Eiseman, CPRW, CCSP! Get personalized help with crafting a resume or cover letter or preparing for your big interview. Appointment required. Sessions are scheduled individually and may not fall on this date. Please fill out this form to request a session. A link will follow to register for a specific time. This event is in the "Adults" group. Ask Attorney Allinson 6:30pm - 8:00pm Adults Charlotte Collins Meeting Room Register Now Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Register Now Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library Room: Charlotte Collins Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Business, Career, & Financial Registration Required Event Details: IN-PERSON PROGRAM
7 pm		This event is in the "High Schoolers" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Laser Etched Bookmarks 7:00pm - 8:30pm High Schoolers, Adults Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth This event is in the "High Schoolers" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. 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 design to be etched onto a leather 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 "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. ASL Conversation Group 7:00pm - 8:00pm Teens, Adults Collaboratory Conference Table This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library Room: Collaboratory Conference Table Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Community Events, Collaboratory, Hobbies & Gaming, Interest Groups, Other Event Details: Join us on the third Wednesday of each month to improve your American Sign Language skills in a friendly and non-judgmental space! Robin Crispino, a professional sign language interpreter, will facilitate each session.

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