What's Going At At The Wayland Public Library: April 24, 2023

WAYLAND, MA — Here's what's happening at the Wayland library over the week of April 24, 2023.

ADULT SERVICES

Virtual Author Talk: Jason Gay
New York Times best-selling author Jason Gay will discuss his newest book, I Wouldn't Do That If I Were Me: Modern Blunders and Modest Triumphs (but Mostly Blunders). Gay takes a humorous and insightful look at life in the face of overwhelming societal change that we never anticipated—from the effects on parenthood, marriage, friendship, work, and play to all other aspects of the strange lives we find ourselves living. Register. Wednesday, April 26 at 7 p.m.

Virtual Author Talk: William Kent Krueger
In Fox Creek, Krueger's latest installment in his Cork O'Connor series, the former sheriff of Tamarack County in northern Minnesota finds himself in a race against time to save his wife, a mysterious stranger, and an Ojibwe healer from bloodthirsty mercenaries. Register. Thursday, April 27 at 8 p.m.

Evening Book Group Featuring Author Jane Healey
Healey will be present for the discussion of her latest novel, Goodnight from Paris. In Nazi-occupied France, an American movie star takes on the most dangerous role of her life in a gripping novel about loyalty and resistance, inspired by a true story, from the Washington Post and Amazon Charts-bestselling author of The Secret Stealers. Register to attend in person or online. Monday, May 1 at 7 p.m.

Virtual Author Talk: Britt Hawthorne
Raising antiracist children is a noble goal for any parent or caregiver, but it can be hard to know where to start. Let Britt Hawthorne—a nationally recognized teacher and advocate—be your guide. Her New York Times bestseller, Raising Antiracist Children is as an interactive guide for strategically incorporating the tools of inclusivity into everyday life and parenting. Register. Wednesday, May 3 at 1 p.m.

Library 175th Anniversary Celebration
Join us in the parking lot and on the green lawn behind the library for a gala celebration of our 175 years! We’ll have live music by two bands (one from WHS, the other including the Library’s own Andy Moore), activities and fun for kids (including face painting!), very brief remarks by very important people, and cupcakes and ice cream. And of course, the vast resources of the library. Sunday, May 7 at 3 p.m.

Goodbye, Overdrive; Hello, Libby
Attention, OverDrive app users! OverDrive is discontinuing the legacy OverDrive app on May 1, 2023 and transitioning users to Libby, OverDrive’s newer, easy-to-use app for browsing and enjoying digital content from our library. All your loans, holds, and wish list items will be waiting for you in Libby when you add your library card. Our digital collection will continue to be available through our home page on desktop and mobile devices. Learn more here.

Portable Induction Cooktop
The newest member of our Library of Things is a lightweight, portable induction hotplate that’s perfect for kitchen, dorm, RV, or boat. Just plug it in and get cooking! With an 83% energy efficiency, the induction burner is more efficient than traditional gas or electric stoves. It’s perfect for bringing water to a boil quickly and for all of your cooking needs. Be sure to use cookware with a bottom that a magnet will stick to.

Library 175th Anniversary Exhibits
Our sparkling new vitrine now holds some fascinating artifacts from our history, including the original signatures of donors who contributed to the first library fund in 1848; some books from the first collection (including one from 1805 by Mercy Warren); and pictures of our founding fathers. On the Express Book counter, you’ll find images of early librarians, along with models of some of the library’s buildings.

YOUTH SERVICES

FOR BABIES, TODDLERS AND PRESCHOOLERS

Babytime with Ms. Carly
This lapsit storytime encourages early literacy and caregiver-child interactions with lively songs and rhymes, gentle tickles, bounces, and body-awareness. Best for babies birth to 18 months. Please register. Tuesday, April 25 at 10:30 a.m.

Outdoor Baby & Toddler Storytime with Ms. Carly
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.
Weather permitting, we will meet outdoors on the green lawn. Tuesdays, May 2, May 9, May 16, May 23, and May 30 at 10:30 a.m.

Storytime with Ms. Pam
Join Ms. Pam for stories, songs, puppets, and activities. For ages 2.5 to 5 years with an adult. Please register. We will meet in the Children’s Room. Thursdays, May 4 and May 11, at 10:30 a.m.

Outdoor Storytime with Ms. Pam
Join Ms. Pam for stories, songs, puppets, and activities. For ages 2.5 to 5 years with an adult. Please register. Weather permitting, we will meet outdoors on the green lawn. Please register. Thursdays, May 18, and May 25 at 10:30 a.m.

Raising a Reader
In this 6-session early literacy program children will sing, move, build vocabulary, early literacy skills, and a love of books. The Red Bag Lending Library provides families with 4 new books each week that are returned and exchanged the following week. Jodi Levin from Family ACCESS Community Connections will lead the program. Wednesdays, April 26, May 3, May 10, May 24, May 31 and June 7. (No session on May 17). For children ages 0-3 with caregiver. Register for all 6 sessions HERE. Limited to 10 families. This program is funded in part through a CFCE grant from the MA Department of Early Education and Care.

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. We will meet in the Raytheon Room. For ages 3 and up, with an adult. Please register HERE. Thursday, April 27, at 10:30 am.

FOR ELEMENTARY AGE CHILDREN

4th/5th Grade Book Club
This month we will be discussing The List of Things That Will Not Change by Rebecca Stead. We will meet in the Teen Loft. Questions or to get a copy of the book, please email Pam at pmccuen@minlib.net. For 4th and 5th graders. Please register HERE. Wednesday, April 26, at 7:00 p.m.

Birthday Party Crafternoon
Help make Birthday Party decorations for the Library’s 175th Birthday party! Wayland High School Senior Erica O’Donnell will lead the program. For ages 4 and up, with caregiver. Please register HERE. Wednesday, April 26, at 3:30 p.m.

3D Design Workshop – Sliding Lid Box
Participants will design their own working sliding lid box. Objects will be printed after the workshop, and will be free. For ages 8 and up, adults and parents also welcome. Registration required. Please register HERE. Thursday, April 27, at 5:00 p.m.

Lego Club
Children will make fabulous creations out of Legos. This month’s theme: Playgrounds. We will meet in the Raytheon Room. For ages 5 and up, with caregivers. Please register HERE. Wednesday, May 3, at 3:30 p.m.

Mother’s Day Craft with Ms. Pam
Children will make paper flower bouquets for Mom!
For ages 4 and up, with caregivers. Please register HERE. Wednesday, May 10, at 3:30 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. We will meet in the Teen Loft. Please register. Friday, April 28 at 4:30 p.m.