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Talking TED @ Home

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom Virtual Meeting at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Interest Groups
Age Group:
Adults
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. ...

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

Clapboard

Hispanic Heritage Movie Night

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Community Room at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Community Events, Español, Film & TV, Music, Arts, & Culture, Interest Groups, Other
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Join us for a film that celebrates the stories, dreams, and experiences of the Latin American community! On the second Friday evening of the month, the Wallingford Public Library &...

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Events, Español, Film & TV, Music, Arts, & Culture, Interest Groups, Other
Event Details:

Join us for a film that celebrates the stories, dreams, and experiences of the Latin American community!

poetry books in a tree

Saturday Mornings with Poetry

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 9:45am - 12:00pm
Board Room at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Arts, & Culture, Interest Groups
Age Group:
Adults
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 wo...

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Board 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.

Epilog Fusion Pro laser cutter

Introduction to the Laser Cutter

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Technology Training
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn all about our laser cutter, including what it can do and how to use it. You will also design a small project.Enter the registration lottery from November 20th-22nd at: https:...

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Technology Training
Event Details:

Learn all about our laser cutter, including what it can do and how to use it. You will also design a small project.

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. 

 

Silhouette Studio logo

Introduction to Silhouette Studio

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Technology Training
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This class will go over how to use Silhouette Studio, the software used to create custom designs for the Silhouette vinyl cutting machines.Enter the registration lottery from Novem...

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Technology Training
Event Details:

This class will go over how to use Silhouette Studio, the software used to create custom designs for the Silhouette vinyl cutting machines.

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. 

 

Wrapping

Green Gifting: A DIY Sustainable Wrapping Party!

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Community Events, Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts, Other
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Join us for our first-ever sustainable wrapping party at the WPL! Everyone is invited to drop by the library with their holiday gifts in tow and enjoy music and refreshments while ...

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Events, Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts, Other
Event Details:

Join us for our first-ever sustainable wrapping party at the WPL! Everyone is invited to drop by the library with their holiday gifts in tow and enjoy music and refreshments while wrapping presents in the company of their fellow crafters.

French Conversation Group

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Board Room at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Arts, & Culture, Interest Groups
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
French Discussion Group:

Improve your French in a friendly and non-judgmental space! Some knowledge of French recommended.

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Music, Arts, & Culture, Interest Groups

French Discussion Group

Improve your French in a friendly and non-judgmental space! Some knowledge of French recommended.

knitting project

Knit @ WPL

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Board Room at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Hobbies & Gaming, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts, Interest Groups
Age Group:
Adults
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 regi...

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: 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.

Board of Managers

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Charlotte Collins Meeting Room at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Charlotte Collins Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
book with letters spilling out

Literacy Volunteers

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Board Room at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Denise Codianne-Calabrese from Literacy Volunteers will be available Tuesdays for literary assistance. If you are an adult who needs help reading, writing, speaking or understandin...

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Denise Codianne-Calabrese from Literacy Volunteers will be available Tuesdays for literary assistance.

3 cartoon people on a green background

One-on-One Career Counseling

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Zoom Virtual Meeting at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Business, Career, & Financial
Age Group:
Adults
One-on-One Career Counseling:

One-on-One Career ServicesSign up today to schedule your 45-minute appointment with our Career Specialist, Sarah Eiseman, CPRW, CCSP! Get personalized help with crafting a resume o...

Virtual Event
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.

document and coins

Ask Attorney Allinson

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Charlotte Collins Meeting Room at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Business, Career, & Financial
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

IN-PERSON PROGRAMAttorney Steven Allinson, an attorney in Wallingford, will speak and answer your questions about probate, trusts, wills, estates, Medicaid, and other estate planni...

Register Now
Registration
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

sublimation ornament

Sublimation Holiday Ornaments

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults
Event Details:

Use our sublimation printer to put your own images on a flat ceramic ornament. Be sure to bring your images on a flash drive or have access to them online.Enter the registration lo...

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Use our sublimation printer to put your own images on a flat ceramic ornament. Be sure to bring your images on a flash drive or have access to them online.

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. 

 

sublimation ornament

Sublimation Holiday Ornaments

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults
Event Details:

Use our sublimation printer to put your own images on a flat ceramic ornament. Be sure to bring your images on a flash drive or have access to them online.Enter the registration lo...

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Use our sublimation printer to put your own images on a flat ceramic ornament. Be sure to bring your images on a flash drive or have access to them online.

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. 

 

speech bubbles with Spanish sayings

Spanish Conversation Group

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Board Room at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Community Events, Español, Hobbies & Gaming, Interest Groups
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Spanish Conversation Group:

Improve your Spanish in a friendly and non-judgmental space! Some knowledge of Spanish recommended. No registration required.

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Board 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.

French Conversation Group

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Board Room at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Arts, & Culture, Interest Groups
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
French Discussion Group:

Improve your French in a friendly and non-judgmental space! Some knowledge of French recommended.

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Music, Arts, & Culture, Interest Groups

French Discussion Group

Improve your French in a friendly and non-judgmental space! Some knowledge of French recommended.

Christmas

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Wallingford Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Wallingford Public Library
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
Event Details:

All Ages | Registration RequiredYou are invited to share in the learning and celebration of Kwanzaa. Jolyn Walker will lead us through the history and traditions of this pan-Africa...

Registration
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

poetry books in a tree

Saturday Mornings with Poetry

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 9:45am - 12:00pm
Charlotte Collins Meeting Room at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Arts, & Culture, Interest Groups
Age Group:
Adults
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 wo...

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Charlotte Collins Meeting 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.

French Conversation Group

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Board Room at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Arts, & Culture, Interest Groups
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
French Discussion Group:

Improve your French in a friendly and non-judgmental space! Some knowledge of French recommended.

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Music, Arts, & Culture, Interest Groups

French Discussion Group

Improve your French in a friendly and non-judgmental space! Some knowledge of French recommended.

Ukulele

Evening Ukulele Club

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Charlotte Collins Meeting Room at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Hobbies & Gaming, Hands-On Activities, Music, Arts, & Culture, Interest Groups
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join our evening Ukulele Club to practice & play with other uke enthusiasts! The first hour of each session will be dedicated to more experienced players, while the last half-h...

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Charlotte Collins Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Hobbies & Gaming, Hands-On Activities, Music, Arts, & Culture, Interest Groups
Event Details:

Join our evening Ukulele Club to practice & play with other uke enthusiasts! The first hour of each session will be dedicated to more experienced players, while the last half-hour will be focused on beginners.

New Year's Eve Early Closing

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 4:00pm - 9:00pm
Wallingford Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Wallingford Public Library

New Year's Day

All Day
Wallingford Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Wallingford Public Library
Ukulele

Morning Ukulele Club

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Charlotte Collins Meeting Room at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Arts, & Culture
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join our morning Ukulele Club to practice & play with other uke enthusiasts! The first hour of each session will be dedicated to more experienced players, while the last half-h...

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Charlotte Collins Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music, Arts, & Culture
Event Details:

Join our morning Ukulele Club to practice & play with other uke enthusiasts! The first hour of each session will be dedicated to more experienced players, while the last half-hour will be focused on beginners.