Wayland Free Public Library Events – Week of Oct. 2, 2023
ADULT SERVICES
Welcome Reception for Our New Director
Come and meet our new Director, Chris Lindquist (the first man to hold the job since 1885). It’ll be a gala affair, with cake and other refreshments, live music, a craft table for kids, and (brief) remarks. And if you miss Chris on this occasion, pop by any Thursday morning during his shift at the Reference Desk. Sunday, October 15 at 2 p.m.
Evening Book Group with Juliette Fay
Wayland resident Juliette will visit the book group to discuss her new novel, The Half of It, the story of one perfect night, forty years of buried hurt, and one chance to make it right. Pick up a copy at the Circulation Desk. If you wish to join via Zoom, contact btuttle@minlib.net. Monday, October 2 at 7 p.m.
Great Presenters: David Blais—The Mystery of Food Insecurity
Why are we still dealing with the challenges of food insecurity and hunger? The answer, surprisingly, has nothing to do with food. David is the founder of Daniel’s Table, a non-profit with a different approach to fighting hunger. Join him for an exploration of hunger in the U.S. and the barriers to creating a food-secure nation. In person and online. Register. Tuesday, October 3 at 7:30 p.m.
Let Freedom Read! Statewide Read-In
Libraries across the nation and in Massachusetts have experienced a surge in book challenges. In observance of Banned Books Week this week, come join us for a read-in. Bring a book or check out one of ours, and make yourself comfortable. Or you can download an eBook or audiobook through Libby or Hoopla and use #LetFreedomReadMA to post pictures to social media. For a complete list of participating libraries go to libraries.state.ma.us. Thursday, October 5, 3-5 p.m.
Virtual Author Talk: Rick Steves
Travel maven Rick Steves, author of bestselling guidebooks and TV and radio host, will teach you the secrets of safe, smart, inexpensive travel — low on stress and high on fun. Register for the Zoom link. Tuesday, October 10 at 4 p.m.
Author Talk: Lost Souls of Leningrad with Suzanne Parry
From the tyranny of Stalin through the desperate days of WWII, this is a story of survival, duty, and love. A former European security specialist, author Suzanne Parry writes historical fiction about the Soviet Union. Live and online. Register. Tuesday, October 10 at 7 p.m.
Aurelia’s Garden
Aurelia’s Garden is a community of dedicated volunteers growing fresh and nutritious organic produce for donation to people in need in the MetroWest region. They farm on a few acres of privately owned land in Wayland, currently protected for agricultural use. President and founder Hannah Traggis and founding member Loring Schwarz talk about their mission. In person and online. Register. Wednesday, October 11 at 7 p.m.
Take the Case
Our display case in the lower foyer, outside the Children’s Room, is available for the next several months. Maybe it’s time you showed the world your collection of snuff boxes. Or the World War II memorabilia your grandfather left behind. Or there’s a fascinating historical figure whose story you think needs to be told. If you’d like to discuss an exhibit or display, drop us a line at info@waylandlibrary.org.
South Asian Heritage Survey
The purpose of this survey is to document the experience of Wayland residents of South Asian heritage, whether born in India or anywhere else, for the Wayland Library’s local history collection. Please complete the survey by October 8. In appreciation for answering our questions, your name will go in a drawing for a $25 gift certificate for Soul of India restaurant. Contact mwright@minlib.net with any questions.
YOUTH SERVICES
PUMPKIN DECORATING CONTEST
Kids and Teens are invited to participate in our annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest! Register for a library pumpkin or use your own to compete for Best Decorated or Best Carved in your age group. Contestants will submit pictures of their creations by 10/23, then voting will take place online. Pumpkins generously donated by Stop and Shop. Click HERE for more details.
FOR BABIES, TODDLERS AND PRESCHOOLERS
Outdoor Baby & Toddler Storytime with Ms. Carly
This storytime encourages early literacy and caregiver-child interactions with lively songs and rhymes, bounces, books, and body-awareness. Best for babies and toddlers, with caregiver.
Weather permitting, we will meet outdoors on the green lawn. Please register. Tuesdays, October 3, October 10, October 17, October 24, and October 31 at 10:30 a.m.
Storytime with Ms. Pam
Join Ms. Pam for stories, songs, puppets, and activities. For ages 2.5 to 5 years with an adult. We will meet in the Children’s Room. Please register. Thursdays, October 12, October 19, and October 26 at 10:30 a.m.
Storytime with Obie the Dog
Children will listen to dog stories and have a chance to visit with Obie, a beautiful Samoyed. Obie will be accompanied by his owner Helen. For ages 3 and up, with an adult. Please register HERE. Thursday, October 5, at 10:30 a.m.
Sing, Move, and Story!
Jodi Levin from Family ACCESS Community Connections will lead children in songs and movement, and will share a story! For ages 0-3. Please register HERE. Wednesday, October 18, at 9:30 a.m.
Movement with Little Beats
Join Little Beats for 30 minutes of music, movement, and fun! For ages 1-5, with caregiver. Please register HERE. Friday, October 20, at 10:30 a.m.
Music, Story, Fun! with Ms. Janet
Join Ms. Janet for a musical storytime. She’ll bring her ukulele, rainbow bells, and puppets! We will meet in the Children’s Room. For ages birth through age 4, with caregivers. Please register HERE. Friday, October 27, at 10:30 a.m.
Storywalk: A Perfect Day
Walk the storywalk of A Perfect Day by Lane Smith, installed by recent WHS graduate Erica O’Donnell, at the Wayland Community Gardens, 60 Old Sudbury Road, Wayland. This storywalk is perfect for preschoolers, with their caregivers. Pick up a scavenger hunt at the library, encourage your child to find the items as you read the story together, and return the scavenger hunt to the library for a sticker! (Erica installed the storywalk as a part of her Girl Scout Gold Award project.)
FOR ELEMENTARY AGE CHILDREN
Pokemon Card Trading Day
Kids are invited to a Pokemon card trading day at the library. Come with cards you are willing to trade! For ages 7 to 11. Please register HERE. Thursday, October 26, at 4:00 p.m.
Lego Club
Children will make fabulous creations out of legos. This month’s theme is haunted houses. We will meet in the Raytheon Room. For ages 5 and up, with caregivers. Please register HERE. Wednesday, October 4, at 3:30 p.m.
Creepy Tales Crafts
Have you ever been scared of your underwear? Or had a sinister vegetable sneak up on you? Jasper Rabbit has! Join us as we read about Jasper Rabbit’s eerie encounters and make some CREEPY crafts inspired by his stories. For kids ages 5 and up, with their caregivers. Please register HERE. Wednesday, October 11, at 3:30 p.m.
Bats! Story and Craft Time
We will read stories about bats and design and build bat houses. For ages 5 and up. Please register HERE. Wednesday, October 18, at 3:30 p.m.
4th/5th Grade Book Club
This month we will be discussing Stuntboy, in the Meantime by Jason Reynolds. We will meet in the Teen Loft. Questions or to get a copy of the book, please email Pam at pmccuen@minlib.net. For 4th and 5th graders. Please register HERE. Wednesday, October 18, at 7:00 p.m.
Spooktacular Storytime
Join Ms. Carly for some semi spooky stories and not-so-scary songs and rhymes. Crafts to follow! Best for babies to age 5, with caregiver. We will meet in the Children’s Room. Please register HERE. Saturday, October 21, at 10:30 a.m
Fall Shapes Mobile with Ms. Elise
Join Ms. Elise to make a beautiful fall mobile! Children will choose from leaves, apples, or pumpkin cut-out shapes, decorate them with paint, watercolors and tissue paper, and suspend the decorated shapes from a wooden branch. For ages 5 and up, with caregiver. Weather permitting, we will meet outside. Please register HERE. Wednesday, October 25, at 3:30 p.m.
FOR TEENS
Teen Craft: Spooky Luminaries
Teens! Come make some spooky décor to light up the dark nights. All supplies, including battery operated candles, will be provided. For teens in grades 6 and up. We will meet in the Teen Loft. Please register HERE. Thursday, October 19, at 4:00 p.m.
