Wayland Free Public Library Events — Week of Jan. 22, 2024
ADULT SERVICES
Virtual Author Talk: Rajiv Nagaich and Your Retirement: Dream or Disaster?
Over his 20-plus years of experience in United States elder law, elder law attorney Nagaich has developed a step-by-step guide to retirement planning by connecting the various dots of the retirement planning process. In this enlightening and informative webinar, he explains why “retirement plan failure” happens and how you can keep it from happening to you. Register. Tuesday, January 23 at 2 p.m.
Craft Supply Swap
Hey, crafters! Looking for “new to you” craft items and ideas? Want to reduce your stash of leftover craft supplies? Check out our Craft Supply Swap! Donate: Saturday, Jan 27 – Thursday Feb 1 at the Reference Desk. Shop: Saturday, Feb 3rd, 10-11 a.m. if you made a donation, 11-2 if you didn’t. Questions? Contact Courtney: cmichael@minlib.net or 508-358-2311.
Note: We cannot accept open liquids such as paints, chemicals and glue. Remaining supplies will be used by the library for programs, donated to charity, or recycled.
Sign Up for ESOL Tutor Training
It doesn’t matter if you don’t speak a foreign language or have never taught before. Once you complete the Library-sponsored training course, you’re ready for what could be a wonderfully rewarding relationship. The course for this winter/spring will be on Zoom, from 9:15-12:15 a.m. on five consecutive Mondays starting February 26. (The final class will be in person.) The training is free, though it requires a $40 textbook. For more information or to enroll, contact Ginny Steel at 508-358-7517 or virginia@thesteels.com.
Exhibit: Library Catalogs Before the Internet
Since time immemorial, librarians have been figuring out how to let patrons know what’s in a collection. Long before slick online systems (see below), Wayland residents would purchase catalog booklets to take home and peruse. We have several of these fascinating little volumes and they’re currently on display in the Round Room, along with depictions of other catalogs past.
New Catalog on the Way
The Minuteman Library Network is rolling out a new online catalog, which Wayland will officially start using on January 29. You’ll find lots of great new features, including the ability to check out books and ebooks from the same site. You can also transfer your Reading History from the old catalog. Start getting a feel for it now at wayland.minlib.net.
BOOK GROUPS
Evening
Age of Vice by Deepti Kapoor. Contact btuttle@minlib.net for details. Monday, February 5 at 7 p.m.
Noon
Fight Night by Miriam Toews. Contact amoore@minlib.net for details. Friday, February 9.
Everyone is welcome. All books are available at the library. No registration is required.
YOUTH SERVICES
FOR BABIES, TODDLERS AND PRESCHOOLERS
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. Thursdays, January 25, February 1, February 15, February 22, and February 29 at 10:30 a.m.
Baby & Toddler Storytime
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. Tuesdays, January 23, January 30, February 6, February 13, February 20, and February 27 at 10:30 a.m.
Raising a Reader
Children will sing, move, and build vocabulary, early literacy skills, and a love of books! The Red Bag Lending Library will provide families with 4 new books each week. Jody Levin from Family ACCESS Community Connections will lead the program. For babies through age 3, with caregiver. Registration required. Wednesdays, January 24, January 31, February 7, February 14, February 28, and March 6 at 9:30 a.m. (No session on February 21). Register for all 6 sessions HERE.
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, February 8, at 10:30 a.m.
FOR ELEMENTARY AGE CHILDREN
Create a Winter Tree Scene
Children will create their own winter tree scenes using collage techniques, and materials such as doilies, gauze, paint, and musical notation. Ms. Elise will lead this workshop that is inspired by the artwork in Micha Archer’s picture book Snow Horses: A First Night Story. For ages 5 and up, with caregivers. Please register HERE. Wednesday, January 24, at 3:00 p.m.
Pokémon 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. Thursday, January 25, at 4:00 p.m.
Kids Chess Club
Children will learn chess and get tips to improve their game. This is a beginner’s club for children with little to no chess experience. Wayland High School students Andrew Fang and Michael Eberle will lead the club. For children ages 7 and up. Please register HERE. Saturday, January 27, at 2:00 p.m.
Make a Self Portrait
Children will create self portraits out of found objects, recyclables, and cardboard. Ms. Pam will lead this workshop, inspired by the picture books of Hanoch Piven. For ages 4 and up, with caregivers. Please register HERE. Wednesday, January 31, at 3:00 p.m.
Lego Club
Children will make fabulous creations out of legos. This month’s theme is Winter Wonderland! We will meet in the Raytheon Room. For ages 5 and up, with caregivers. Please register HERE. Wednesday, February 7, at 3:00 p.m.
FOR TEENS
Magic the Gathering for Teens
Teens! Play Magic the Gathering with your friends! Bring your own Magic Cards or use ours. Experienced players and newbies welcome. For teens in grades 6 and up. Please register. Friday, January 26, at 4:30 p.m.
FOR FAMILIES
Wayland Lunar New Year Celebration at the Wayland High School
Welcome in the Year of the Dragon at the Wayland Lunar New Year Celebration! There will be performances, activities, and food. The library will host a craft table. Sponsored by the Wayland Chinese American Association and co-sponsored by Wayland HRDEIC, Arts Wayland, Wayland Public Library, and the Wayland Cultural Council. Ticket information at http://www.artswayland.com. Saturday, February 10, 1:30-5:30 p.m. This event will be held at the Wayland High School, 264 Old Connecticut Path, Wayland.
