Wayland Free Public Library Events — Week of Dec. 11, 2023
ADULT SERVICES
Board Game Night
Bring a board game, a card game, or just your enthusiasm to try new things. We have games here, too. Email Julian Butcher with questions or game suggestions: jbutcher@minlib.net.
Attendees will also be asked for input on the organization of a new regularly-scheduled gaming group at the library. Ages 16+. LGBTQ+ inclusive. Monday, December 11 at 6:30 p.m.
Virtual Author Talk: Stephanie Land and Class
In her latest memoir, the author of the bestselling Maid offers–in clear, candid, and moving prose–a searing indictment of America’s educational system and an inspiring testimony of a mother’s triumph against all odds. Register. Tuesday, December 12 at 2 p.m.
Author Talk: William Martin and December ’41
The NY Times-bestselling author of Back Bay and Bound for Gold returns with a propulsive thriller set in the days just after Pearl Harbor, as a German spy prepares to assassinate FDR. Reading followed by Q&A. In person and online. Register. Tuesday, December 12 at 7 p.m.
Virtual Craft: Felted Gnome Workshop
Use a barbed needle and wool roving to create a felted gnome in this beginner’s class on Zoom from Pop-Up Art School. Ages 13+. Limit 20 people. All supplies provided before class—watch for an email to pick up your kit at the library. Register. Thursday, December 14 at 7 p.m.
Steeped in Secrecy: The Boston Tea Party, 250 Years Later
Learn about the brewing political problems tea presented in its history with Anglophile and former UK resident Claire Evans. Next, author, genealogist, librarian, and former UK resident Debra Dudek examines the history of the most famous Partiers, as well as how to trace bona fide participants through lineage societies and historical groups. Hosted by the Tewksbury Public Library with the support of the Wayland Library and other MA libraries. All registrants will receive the recording of the program via email. Register. Saturday, December 16 at 2 p.m.
Exhibit: South Asians in Wayland
Since the 1970s, South Asian residents in Wayland have grown from about five families to 120. Come learn about South Asian festivals, dance, and food, and perhaps see some familiar faces from Wayland in this new exhibit. And if you didn’t know, there is a Wayland Desi Facebook group you might want to join if you yourself are from South Asia.
Clearing the Lost & Found
Now hear this: Items that have been in our Lost & Found for at least six months will be disposed of at the end of December. If you think you might have lost something here, please ask at the desk. In addition, check out the blog post on our website for photos and descriptions of a few of the items currently in the Lost & Found.
New Catalog on the Way
The Minuteman Library Network is rolling out a new online catalog, which Wayland will officially start using in late January. But you can start getting a feel for it now at wayland.minlib.net. It has all the features of the current catalog and it’s even easier to use. And you’ll be able to transfer your Reading History. Take a look!
BOOK GROUPS
Cookbook Club
Back in the Day Bakery by Cheryl and Griffin Day. Contact dwinn@minlib.net for information. Thursday, December 21 at 5:30 p.m.
Dystopian/Sci Fi
Spin by Robert Charles Wilson. Remote only. Contact ekatz@minlib.net for Zoom link. Thursday, December 21 at 7 p.m.
YOUTH SERVICES
FOR BABIES, TODDLERS AND PRESCHOOLERS
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.
Please register. Tuesday, December 12, at 10:30 a.m.
Tuesday December 12th will be Ms. Carly’s last storytime at the Wayland Public Library. She will be leaving Wayland for a new opportunity closer to home. Please stop by to say goodbye! Tuesday morning storytimes will resume after the New Year.
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. Thursday, December 14 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, December 13, 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, December 15, 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, December 21, 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. Thursday, December 28, at 10:30 a.m.
FOR ELEMENTARY AGE CHILDREN
Winter Holiday Origami
Children will make origami Christmas trees and Channukah dreidels in this simple origami workshop led by Fenn School student Lucas Li. For children ages 6 and up. Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult. Please register HERE. Tuesday, December 12, at 4:00 p.m.
Butterfly Story/Craft
Children will listen to stories about butterflies and make a butterfly craft! Wayland High School student Tara Sawrikar will lead this program, as a part of her Girl Scout Award project. For children ages 6 and up. Please register HERE. Wednesday, December 13, at 4:00 p.m.
Winter and Holiday Crafts
Join Ms. Elise to make winter and holiday crafts. Paint, fold, bead, wrap and design! For ages 5 and up with caregiver. Please register HERE. Wednesday, December 20, at 3:00 p.m.
Family Game Day
Drop-in for an afternoon of board games and card games. Play a favorite or let us teach you how to play a new game! We will also have cooperative games. For ages 4 and up, with caregivers. Please register HERE. Tuesday, December 26, at 2:00 p.m.
Pokemon Card Trading Day
Kids are invited to a Pokémon card trading day at the library. Come with cards you are willing to trade! For ages 7 to 11. Please register HERE. Wednesday, December 27, at 3:00 p.m.
FOR TEENS
Henna Workshop for Teens
Henna, more traditionally referred to as Mehendi art, is a temporary tattoo art form consisting of intricate motifs that adorn hands and feet. This workshop will take an unconventional approach to the ancient art form. Teens will begin by getting familiar with the henna cone, and then draw patterns, such as flowers, leaves, and vines, on a canvas. Teens are also, of course, welcome to draw on their own hands. All materials will be provided. Local teen Niyathi Srinivasan from Henna for Humanity will lead this workshop. For teens in grades 6 and up. Please register HERE. Thursday, December 14, at 4 p.m.
