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Flower Bowl

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Collaboratory Conference Table at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults

Make a decorative wooden bowl in the shape of a flower using parts cut out from our laser cutter.

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

Make a decorative wooden bowl in the shape of a flower using parts cut out from our laser cutter.

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. 

 

This event is in the "High Schoolers" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Everlasting Plant

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Collaboratory Conference Table at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults

Create an everlasting plant using new and repurposed beads. Participants will also be able to choose from new or vintage containers to house their plant. 

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

Create an everlasting plant using new and repurposed beads. Participants will also be able to choose from new or vintage containers to house their plant. 

This event is in the "High Schoolers" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Graphics Office Hours

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Collaboratory Diamond Desk - Green at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Technology Training
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults

Do you need dedicated one-on-one help with a graphics project? Our talented volunteer, Kate, will help you use Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, or Photoshop to turn your vision into reality.

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Diamond Desk - Green
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Technology Training
Event Details:

Do you need dedicated one-on-one help with a graphics project? Our talented volunteer, Kate, will help you use Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, or Photoshop to turn your vision into reality.

This event is in the "High Schoolers" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Flower Bowl

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Collaboratory Conference Table at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults

Make a decorative wooden bowl in the shape of a flower using parts cut out from our laser cutter.

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

Make a decorative wooden bowl in the shape of a flower using parts cut out from our laser cutter.

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. 

 

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Middle Schoolers" group
This event is in the "High Schoolers" group

Teen Cuisine: Dyed Deviled Eggs

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle, Hobbies & Gaming, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers

Grades 6-12 | Registration required

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Program Type: Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle, Hobbies & Gaming, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 6-12 | Registration required

This event is in the "High Schoolers" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

One Book One Wallingford: Meet Author Alison Espach

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Community Events, One Book One Wallingford, Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events, Music, Arts, & Culture, Other
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults

Meet Alison Espach as she discusses her bestselling novel The Wedding People. Copies will be available for purchase and signing. Register for a seat or Zoom link!

 

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Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Community Events, One Book One Wallingford, Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events, Music, Arts, & Culture, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meet Alison Espach as she discusses her bestselling novel The Wedding People. Copies will be available for purchase and signing. Register for a seat or Zoom link!

 

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Middle Schoolers" group
This event is in the "High Schoolers" group

Craft a Custom Resin Trinket Box

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Collaboratory Conference Table at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hobbies & Gaming, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers

Grades 6-12 | Registration required

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Conference Table
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hobbies & Gaming, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 6-12 | Registration required

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Middle Schoolers" group
This event is in the "High Schoolers" group

Teen Craft Club

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Collaboratory Conference Table at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hobbies & Gaming, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers

Grades 6-12 | Register for a reminder

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Conference Table
Age Group: Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hobbies & Gaming, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 6-12 | Register for a reminder

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "High Schoolers" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

"The Librarians": A Documentary Screening & Discussion

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Community Room at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Community Events, Film & TV, Music, Arts, & Culture, Interest Groups, Other
Age Group:
Teens, High Schoolers, Adults

Join us for a special screening of the 2025 documentary The Librarians in honor of National School Library Month!

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Film & TV, Music, Arts, & Culture, Interest Groups, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a special screening of the 2025 documentary The Librarians in honor of National School Library Month!

This event is in the "High Schoolers" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Learn to Laser Cut

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Technology Training
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults

Get started designing your own laser cutter projects using CorelDRAW software. Participants will make a basic wood project. Prior computer experience is recommended.

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

Get started designing your own laser cutter projects using CorelDRAW software. Participants will make a basic wood project. Prior computer experience is recommended.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "High Schoolers" group

WPL Teen Debate Club

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Charlotte Collins Meeting Room at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Interest Groups, Other
Age Group:
Teens, High Schoolers

Grades 9-12 | Register for a reminder

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Charlotte Collins Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, High Schoolers
Program Type: Interest Groups, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 9-12 | Register for a reminder

This event is in the "High Schoolers" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Decoupage Wooden Boxes

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Collaboratory Conference Table at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults

Learn how to use Mod Podge to decoupage a small wooden box.

The April program registration lottery will open March 20-22: https://forms.gle/bDfoiJnExb91D56s8

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

Learn how to use Mod Podge to decoupage a small wooden box.

The April program registration lottery will open March 20-22: https://forms.gle/bDfoiJnExb91D56s8

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. 

 

This event is in the "High Schoolers" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Decoupage Wooden Boxes

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Collaboratory Conference Table at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults

Learn how to use Mod Podge to decoupage a small wooden box.

The April program registration lottery will open March 20-22: https://forms.gle/bDfoiJnExb91D56s8

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

Learn how to use Mod Podge to decoupage a small wooden box.

The April program registration lottery will open March 20-22: https://forms.gle/bDfoiJnExb91D56s8

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. 

 

This event is in the "Elementary Schoolers" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Middle Schoolers" group
This event is in the "High Schoolers" group

On Writing Beloved Characters and Powerful Portrayals of Resilience with Jason Reynolds

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom Virtual Meeting at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Elementary Schoolers, Tweens, Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers

On Writing Beloved Characters and Powerful Portrayals of Resilience with Jason Reynolds

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Zoom Virtual Meeting
Age Group: Elementary Schoolers, Tweens, Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

On Writing Beloved Characters and Powerful Portrayals of Resilience with Jason Reynolds

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary Schoolers" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Middle Schoolers" group
This event is in the "High Schoolers" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Family Dungeons and Dragons

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Wonder Room at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Hobbies & Gaming
Age Group:
Children, Elementary Schoolers, Tweens, Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers, Adults, Everyone

Kids & their Grown-Up | Registration Required

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Wonder Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary Schoolers, Tweens, Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Hobbies & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kids & their Grown-Up | Registration Required

This event is in the "High Schoolers" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Koi Fish Ornament

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Charlotte Collins Meeting Room at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults

Come join Artist Deb Jaffe to create your very own polymer clay Butterfly Koi Fish. With their graceful movement and vivid colors, they’ve become an iconic garden pond feature.

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

Come join Artist Deb Jaffe to create your very own polymer clay Butterfly Koi Fish. With their graceful movement and vivid colors, they’ve become an iconic garden pond feature.

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. 

 

This event is in the "High Schoolers" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Open Sew

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Collaboratory Conference Table at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults

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.

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

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.

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. 

 

This event is in the "High Schoolers" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Graphics Office Hours

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Collaboratory Diamond Desk - Green at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Technology Training
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults

Do you need dedicated one-on-one help with a graphics project? Our talented volunteer, Kate, will help you use Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, or Photoshop to turn your vision into reality.

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Diamond Desk - Green
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Technology Training
Event Details:

Do you need dedicated one-on-one help with a graphics project? Our talented volunteer, Kate, will help you use Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, or Photoshop to turn your vision into reality.

This event is in the "High Schoolers" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Sublimation Earrings

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Collaboratory Conference Table at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults

Learn how to use sublimation to create abstract earrings. Pick from five patterns and learn more about this popular Collaboratory process!

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

Learn how to use sublimation to create abstract earrings. Pick from five patterns and learn more about this popular Collaboratory process!

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. 

 

This event is in the "High Schoolers" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Introduction to Canva

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Technology Training
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults

Interested in learning how to create different types of visual content for personal use or your business, but don’t want to purchase expensive software?

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

Interested in learning how to create different types of visual content for personal use or your business, but don’t want to purchase expensive software?

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. 

 

This event is in the "High Schoolers" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Acrylic Paint Pour

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Collaboratory Conference Table at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults

Have you ever wanted to try paint pouring, but not at home? Try it out at the Library! It could get a little messy, so be sure to wear clothing that you wouldn’t mind paint getting on.

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Conference Table
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to try paint pouring, but not at home? Try it out at the Library! It could get a little messy, so be sure to wear clothing that you wouldn’t mind paint getting on.

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. 

 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Middle Schoolers" group
This event is in the "High Schoolers" group

Teen Craft Club

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hobbies & Gaming, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers

Grades 6-12 | Register for a reminder

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth
Age Group: Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hobbies & Gaming, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 6-12 | Register for a reminder

This event is in the "High Schoolers" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Acrylic Paint Pour

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Collaboratory Conference Table at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults

Have you ever wanted to try paint pouring, but not at home? Try it out at the Library! It could get a little messy, so be sure to wear clothing that you wouldn’t mind paint getting on.

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Conference Table
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to try paint pouring, but not at home? Try it out at the Library! It could get a little messy, so be sure to wear clothing that you wouldn’t mind paint getting on.

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. 

 

This event is in the "High Schoolers" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Graphics Office Hours

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Collaboratory Diamond Desk - Green at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Technology Training
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults

Do you need dedicated one-on-one help with a graphics project? Our talented volunteer, Kate, will help you use Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, or Photoshop to turn your vision into reality.

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Diamond Desk - Green
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Technology Training
Event Details:

Do you need dedicated one-on-one help with a graphics project? Our talented volunteer, Kate, will help you use Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, or Photoshop to turn your vision into reality.