Wayland Free Public Library Events: April 18, 2022

WAYLAND, MA — Here's what's happening at the Wayland Free Library the week of April 18.

ADULT SERVICES

In Pieces: Explorations of Climate Change

In this creative workshop for adults and young adults, we will use art materials to explore two visions of our world: one of grief and uncertainty, and the other of joy, gratitude, and beauty. We will do this on Zoom, but together. No art experience needed, just paper or canvas, scissors, and your favorite medium. Led by Kaat Vander Straeten and a co-facilitator. Sponsored by Transition Wayland, Wayland Energize, Arts Wayland/The W Gallery, and the Wayland Public Library. Register through our Events menu. Monday, April 25 at 7 p.m.

Author Talk: Evan Hadingham

Wayland resident Evan Hadingham’s new book, Discovering Us, brings our shared history to life, telling the stories behind fifty of the most important human origins discoveries ever made. Published in collaboration with the Leakey Foundation, it celebrates science and the search for what it means to be human. Evan is the Senior Science Editor of the PBS NOVA series produced at WGBH, Boston. He has an MA in prehistory and archaeology from the University of Sheffield. Register through our Events menu. Tuesday, April 26 at 7 pm.

Great Presenters: Transparency of Watercolors

Full-time watercolorist Marla Greenfield shows how the transparency of watercolors can create beautiful effects by layering and letting the paints blend together on the paper. Through demonstration and stage-by-stage visuals, she takes you through her painting process, breaking it down into manageable steps. A signature member of the American Watercolor Society, Marla has exhibited in shows nationally, won numerous awards, and been featured in a number of national publications. Register through our Events menu. Tuesday, May 3 at 7:30 p.m.

Poetry on the Trail

For National Poetry Month, the Wayland Cultural Council, in partnership with the Library, the Sudbury Valley Trustees, and the Wayland Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee, is excited to be sharing eight poems posted along on the trails at Greenways Conservation Area. Look for them on SVT segments of the trails, marked on a map you can pick up at the Library. The parking area for Greenways is at the bottom of Green Way off Cochituate Road. Enjoy the woods and the words.

Attention, Wayland Residents of Chinese Heritage

Whether your family hails from China, Singapore, Taiwan, the United States, or anywhere else, we want to document your experience living in Wayland. We want all Wayland residents, whether next year or a hundred years from now, to hear your voices. We will keep your answers in our historical collection for future generations. This survey will be anonymous in order to encourage candid answers to the questions. You’ll find it on the blog at waylandlibrary.org.

A Chromebook at Home

Or on the road or wherever you need it. We recently revitalized our fleet of circulating Chromebooks with a bunch of newer machines, each in its own travel case. Pair one up with a hotspot for easy Internet access and use practically anywhere you go.

Lamination Available

For just 25 cents a sheet, you can use our nifty little laminator right here in the library. If it's a document 8 ½ x 11 or smaller, and you've always dreamed of having it sealed between two plastic sheets, now that dream can become a reality. Just ask at either the Circ or Ref Desk.

Sewing Machine

We have a beautiful new Singer M2100, just waiting for you to check it out from our Library of Things. It’s lightweight and portable—great for sewing in smaller spaces or for taking to sewing class. There are 63 stitch applications, all with preset stitch length and width, eliminating guesswork. The front-loading bobbin, easy threading, and four-step buttonhole process also make it perfect for the beginner. There’s even an app to help you along.

3D Printing Videos

Even though the classes are temporarily suspended, our tech maven, Tyler Kenney, has been busy producing and posting a series of excellent tutorials showing you how to print a number of fun and fascinating objects. Look for them on our YouTube channel. (Psst: classes could be coming back soon!)

BOOK GROUPS

Social Justice

Heart Berries: A Memoir by Terese Marie Mailhot. Monday, April 25 at 7 p.m. Contact cmichael@minlib.net for the Zoom link.

Dystopian/Sci-Fi

Blindness by Jose Saramago. Thursday, April 28 at 7 p.m. Contact ekatz@minlib.net for the Zoom link.

YOUTH SERVICES

FOR BABIES, TODDLERS AND PRESCHOOLERS

Storytime with Ms. Carly

Join Ms. Carly in the library for storytime! Children and their caregivers will listen to stories, sing songs, and perform fun rhymes and movements. We will meet in the Children’s Room. For babies through preschool age children, with caregivers. Masks are encouraged for everyone ages 2+. Please register. Tuesday, April 26 10:30 a.m.

Storytime with Ms. Pam

Join Ms. Pam in the library for stories, songs, puppets, and activities. We will meet in the Children’s Room. For ages 2.5 to 5 years with an adult. Masks are encouraged for everyone ages 2+. Please register. You can register here or from our online eventkeeper calendar. Thursdays, April 21, and April 28 at 10:30 a.m.

FOR ELEMENTARY AGE CHILDREN

Seeking Lego Creations for an April Lego Exhibit

If your child would like to display a small lego creation in our glass display case downstairs, please email Pam at pmccuen@minlib.net We will install the lego display for the month of April. (Display case locks; children will get their lego creations back at the end of the month.)

Pokemon Card Trading Day

Kids are invited to a Pokemon card trading day at the library. Come with cards you are willing to trade! We will meet on the green lawn behind the library. This event is weather permitting. For ages 7 to 11. Please register HERE. Wednesday, April 27, at 4:00 p.m.

APRIL SCHOOL VACATION WEEK SPECIALS

Earth Day Story/Craft

Join Ms. Elise for stories and crafts that celebrate Earth Day! Attendance is limited. For children ages 4 and up, with and adult. Attendance is limited. Masks are encouraged for everyone ages 2+. Registration required! Please register HERE or from our online eventkeeper calendar. Wednesday, April 20, at 3:30 p.m.

Animal World Experience

Animal educator Matt Gabriel from Animal World Experience will bring live animals to the library! Children will get to meet 2 furry animals, a lizard or gator, turtle, snake, frog/toad, and a giant bug. For children ages 4 +, with an adult. Attendance is limited. Masks are encouraged for everyone ages 2+. Registration required! Please register HERE or from our online eventkeeper calendar. Thursday, April 21, at 2:00 p.m.

4th/5th Grade Book Club

We will be discussing Fish in a Tree by Lynda Mullaly Hunt. We will meet in the Teen Loft. Register HERE or online from our eventkeeper calendar. For 4th and 5th graders. Questions or to get a copy of the book email Pam at pmccuen@minlib. Wednesday, May 4 at 7 p.m.

FOR TEENS

Magic the Gathering

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. This event will take place in the Teen Loft. Please register. Friday, April 29 at 4:30 p.m.

FOR FAMILIES

Daniel's Good Day Storywalk Kickoff Event

Join Ms. Pam (from the library) and Ms. Jodi (from Family Access) at Hannah Williams Playground to celebrate the opening of the Storywalk of Daniel's Good Day. Walk the storywalk, do the scavenger hunt, and make a paper bag kite! For ages 2 and up, with caregivers. We will meet at the Hannah Williams Playground, 71 Main Street, Wayland. Please register HERE This event is sponsored by the Wayland Public Library, Family Access, Wayland Cultural Council, and the Wayland Recreation Department.Saturday, May 7, 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.