Week Calendar

Are you an avid reader in 4th-6th grade but can't decide on your next great read? Perhaps you are ready to try a new genre or author. Try out "All Booked Up!" our brand new monthly book box for young members of the Wallingford Public Library.

Ages 0-18 months | Registration Required

Ages 15 mo - 35 mo | Registration Required

Ages 2-3 | Registration Required

Full of music, movement, and stories, this program is perfect for children who are working on making the transition to Preschool Story Time.

Ages 3-5 | Registration Required

Books, puppets, and songs will reinforce your child's pre-reading skills through repetition and rhyme. A craft is included that will help kids develop their fine motor skills. 

Registration for a reminder email is encouraged.

Ages 0-18 months | Registration Required

Ages 15 mo - 35 mo | Registration Required

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

PreK - 8th Grade | Registration encouraged for a reminder

In an essay titled “Autumnal Tints” written in 1859, Henry David Thoreau lamented that “the autumnal change of our woods has not made a deep impression on our own literature yet.

Use the Cricut’s print then cut feature to make a decal for an acrylic lava lamp keychain.

Have questions about your homework? The Wallingford Public Library offers FREE drop in Homework Help!

Have questions about your homework? The Wallingford Public Library offers FREE drop in Homework Help!

The Choate Mentorship Project intends to strengthen the foundational learning practices of students in public middle schools.

Grades 6-12 | Registration required

Assemble and paint a Halloween-themed pumpkin shadowbox. All pieces will be pre-cut on the Collaboratory's laser cutter.

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.

Grades K-5 | Registration Required

Come join The Wallingford Garden Club as we read some stories and do a science experiment all about the animals that are up at night!

Parents are invited to join a support group to meet others and learn strategies for dealing with adolescent behavior. Maria Quiles from Wallingford Youth & Social Services will be on hand to facilitate the conversation. Topics may include:

Join Ana Avila and the Spanish Community of Wallingford (SCOW) for a bilingual cooking demonstration in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. Ana will be preparing a traditional ceviche from Mexico.

Do you like to sew? Join people who enjoy quilting and sewing at a casual “drop in” program anytime from 6:00 to 8:30pm in the Collaboratory the first Tuesday evening of each month. Bring your unfinished projects, either hand sewing or machine.

Birth - Age 5 | Registration Required

Join Miss Kari at this active, early literacy enriched story time where we will explore books, songs, and rhymes for all ages. Make sure to wear your pj's for added fun!

Celebrate Family History Month with us! In this one-of-a-kind presentation, genealogist Denise Page will share her experience of discovering her maternal family ancestry.

Join us for a film series that celebrates the stories, dreams, and experiences of the Latin American community! From Sept. 13 to Oct.

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.

Use the Cricut’s print then cut feature to make a decal for an acrylic lava lamp keychain.