Wayland Free Public Library Events: Aug. 15, 2022

WAYLAND, MA — Here's what's happening at the Wayland Free Public Library the week of Aug. 15, 2022.

ADULT SERVICES

Indian Heritage Author Panel
Authors Amalie Howard, Alisha Rai, Annika Sharma, and Madi Sinha chat about their journeys to becoming published authors. Learn how their Indian heritage has influenced their writing, characters, publishing power, and fan base, whether they were born in the US or elsewhere. Presented in partnership with the Ashland Public Library. Register through our Events menu. Monday, August 15 at 7 p.m.

The Gilded World of Isabella Stewart Gardner
“Mrs. Jack” broke all kinds of rules when she set up her “palace” museum on the Fenway—but then, her motto was, “It is my pleasure.” Explore her fascinating life, friends, travels, and collections with art historian Mary Woodward. Hosted by the Tewksbury Public Library and co-sponsored by the Wayland Public Library and others. Register through our Events menu. Thursday, August 25 at 11 a.m.

Author Talk: Extraterrestial
Avi Loeb, Harvard’s top astronomer, tells the thrilling story of possibly the first interstellar visitor to our solar system. Extraterrestrial challenges readers to think critically about what’s out there, no matter how strange it seems. Hosted by Tewksbury Public Library and co-sponsored by the Wayland Public Library and others. Register through our Events menu. Thursday, August 25 at 7 p.m.

Gish Jen: Metro West Readers Fest ONE Read
This year, the Library is teaming up with the non-profit MWRF, the Goodnow Library in Sudbury, and 22 other libraries, for a community read of “Thank You, Mr. Nixon,” stories by acclaimed author, Gish Jen. The book "takes measure of the fifty years since the opening of China and its unexpected effects on the lives of ordinary people." Ms. Jen herself will give a reading at Goodnow on Thursday, October 6 (live and via Zoom). In the meantime, there will be book giveaways, discussion groups, and more. Watch this space (and our home page) for more information. Copies available to borrow soon!

Free Online ESL/ESOL and GED Courses

Mt. Wachusetts College has a new Adult Education program called MassLINKS. It’s entirely online and offers free ESOL/ESL courses for second-language learners, and free high school equivalency (GED/HiSET) preparation courses. Just fill out the form at https://mwcc.edu/mass-links/. Someone will contact you with more information, including the next steps to enroll in the program. They have options to help students with technology and/or wifi, if necessary. Questions? Write to MassLINKS@mwcc.mass.edu. This could be a good next step for you!

New Way to Learn a Language
The Library now offers a terrific new learning tool called Transparent Language Online. It provides an effective and engaging experience for language learners looking to build their vocabulary, practice their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills, and maintain what they learn. With courses and supplemental resources in 110+ languages (including English), Transparent Language Online can be accessed anytime, anywhere, on almost any device. Look for it under the Online Resources menu on our home page.

YOUTH SERVICES

SUMMER READING WRAPS UP ON AUGUST 15

Our 2022 Summer Reading Program Camp iRead: Read Beyond the Beaten Path is wraps up on August 15. We had a great program this year with more than 450 children and teens participating. The Massachusetts Statewide Summer Library Program is funded by the Massachusetts Library System, the Boston Bruins, and the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners

FOR BABIES, TODDLERS AND PRESCHOOLERS

Sing, Move, and Story!
Jodi Levin from Family ACCESS will lead children in songs and movement, and will share a story! Weather permitting, we will meet outside. (In the case of inclement weather, we will meet in the Children’s Room.) Please register HERE. Wednesday, August 17 at 3:00 p.m.

Outdoor Storytimes with Ms. Pam
Join Ms. Pam outdoors for stories, songs, puppets, and activities. We will meet on the lawn behind the library. For ages 2.5 to 5 years with an adult. You can register here or from our online eventkeeper calendar. Thursdays, August 18, Sept. 8, Sept, 15, and Sept. 29 at 10:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m.

Outdoor Storytimes with Ms. Leslie
Join Ms. Leslie for an outdoor storytime! Children and their caregivers will listen to stories, sing songs, and perform fun rhymes and movements. We will meet outside on the green lawn behind the library. In the case of inclement weather we will hold storytime in the Children's Room. For babies through preschool age children, with caregivers.We encourage attendees to bring along a picnic blanket or a lawn chairs. You can register here or from our online eventkeeper calendar. Tuesdays, Sept. 6, Sept. 13, Sept. 20, and Sept. 27.

FOR ELEMENTARY AGE CHILDREN
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Get Creative: Art with Emily
Come play and make the world a better place!
Emily from The Beautiful Stuff Project will bring an array of upcycled materials and will help children think about how they can use the materials to create art to tell stories. Children will leave with their own hand-made sculptures. This program is a collaboration with the W Gallery in Wayland. For ages 4 and up, with caregiver. Please register HERE or from our online eventkeeper calendar. Wednesday, September 7, at 3:30 p.m.
FOR TEENS

Great Outdoors Trivia Night for Teens
Teens! Join librarian Brittany Tuttle for a fun night of Great Outdoors trivia! A great chance to meet up with your friends before school starts. There will be snacks! We will meet in the Raytheon Room. . Please register HERE or from our online eventkeeper calendar. Tuesday, August 23, at 7:00 p.m..

SEEKING VOLUNTEER CODING TEACHERS
The Wayland Library Girls Who Code Club is looking for volunteer facilitators for the 2022-2023 academic year. Affiliated with the national Girls Who Code organization (girlswhocode.com) and its mission of closing the gender gap in technology, the Wayland club brings together girls for hands-on learning about code and technology.
The club will be for girls in grades 6 and up. Enthusiasm for working with the girls is required; technical skill is helpful but not necessary, especially if you are willing to learn along with them. If you are interested, or would like to know more, please contact Head of Youth Services, Pam McCuen, at pmccuen@minlib.net