Juneteenth Closing

The library will be closed Thursday, June 19th in observance of Juneteenth.

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Needle Felted Beach Scene

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 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 needle felt by hand and with the needle felting machine to create a 2D beachscape out of wool on a felt background. Needle felting uses a barbed needle to mat fibers together, typically in wool.

 

 

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

Learn how to needle felt by hand and with the needle felting machine to create a 2D beachscape out of wool on a felt background. Needle felting uses a barbed needle to mat fibers together, typically in wool.

 

 

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

Needle Felted Beach Scene

Thursday, June 26, 2025 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 needle felt by hand and with the needle felting machine to create a 2D beachscape out of wool on a felt background. Needle felting uses a barbed needle to mat fibers together, typically in wool.

 

 

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

Learn how to needle felt by hand and with the needle felting machine to create a 2D beachscape out of wool on a felt background. Needle felting uses a barbed needle to mat fibers together, typically in wool.

 

 

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 "Adults" group

Maker Office Hours

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Collaboratory Diamond Desk - Green at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM, Technology Training
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Are you looking for in-depth guidance on your latest project idea? Our skilled volunteer, Andrew, will help you figure out how to use Collaboratory equipment to bring your idea to life.

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Diamond Desk - Green
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM, Technology Training
Event Details:

Are you looking for in-depth guidance on your latest project idea? Our skilled volunteer, Andrew, will help you figure out how to use Collaboratory equipment to bring your idea to life.

Staff Development Day

All Day
Wallingford Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Wallingford Public Library
This event is in the "High Schoolers" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

DIY Succulent Wall Hanging

Saturday, June 28, 2025 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

Create a succulent wall hanging using Cricut cut paper, which can live forever on your wall!

Note: This is a repeat program. Please do not register if you have attended previously.

 

 

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

Create a succulent wall hanging using Cricut cut paper, which can live forever on your wall!

Note: This is a repeat program. Please do not register if you have attended previously.

 

 

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, July 1, 2025 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.

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

Hollywood Terrarium

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults

Make your own tiny replica of the Hollywood Hills and Hollywood Sign, safely encased in a glass jar. This sealed terrarium will form its own self-sustaining ecosystem.

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

Make your own tiny replica of the Hollywood Hills and Hollywood Sign, safely encased in a glass jar. This sealed terrarium will form its own self-sustaining ecosystem.

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

Needle Felted Totoro

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Collaboratory Conference Table at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading, Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers

Grades 6-12 | Registration required

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Conference Table
Age Group: Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Program Type: Summer Reading, Collaboratory, 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

Hollywood Terrarium

Thursday, July 3, 2025 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 your own tiny replica of the Hollywood Hills and Hollywood Sign, safely encased in a glass jar. This sealed terrarium will form its own self-sustaining ecosystem.

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 your own tiny replica of the Hollywood Hills and Hollywood Sign, safely encased in a glass jar. This sealed terrarium will form its own self-sustaining ecosystem.

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. 

 

Independence Day

All Day
Wallingford Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Wallingford Public Library
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Middle Schoolers" group
This event is in the "High Schoolers" group

Laser Etched Pendants

Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading, Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers

Grades 6-12 | Registration required

Learn how to create a simple design in CorelDraw to be laser etched onto a metal pendant! The pendant can be used on a necklace or keychain. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth
Age Group: Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Program Type: Summer Reading, Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 6-12 | Registration required

Learn how to create a simple design in CorelDraw to be laser etched onto a metal pendant! The pendant can be used on a necklace or keychain. 

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

Polymer Clay Red Carpet Statuette

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Charlotte Collins Meeting Room at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults

Build a glamorous red carpet statuette from polymer clay. Your customization choices include hair and skin tone as well as attire (gown or suit).

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:

Build a glamorous red carpet statuette from polymer clay. Your customization choices include hair and skin tone as well as attire (gown or suit).

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 "Adults" group

Maker Office Hours

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Collaboratory Diamond Desk - Green at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM, Technology Training
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Are you looking for in-depth guidance on your latest project idea? Our skilled volunteer, Andrew, will help you figure out how to use Collaboratory equipment to bring your idea to life.

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Diamond Desk - Green
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM, Technology Training
Event Details:

Are you looking for in-depth guidance on your latest project idea? Our skilled volunteer, Andrew, will help you figure out how to use Collaboratory equipment to bring your idea to life.

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

Monster Makeup 101 with Decimated Designs

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading, Collaboratory, Hobbies & Gaming, Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM, Film & TV, Other
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers, Adults

Join us for a thrilling monster makeup demonstration with special effects company Decimated Designs! A cosmetic artist will demo 3-4 classic horror movie designs on volunteers from the audience.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Summer Reading, Collaboratory, Hobbies & Gaming, Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM, Film & TV, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a thrilling monster makeup demonstration with special effects company Decimated Designs! A cosmetic artist will demo 3-4 classic horror movie designs on volunteers from the audience.

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 "Adults" group

Talking TED @ Home

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom Virtual Meeting at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Interest Groups
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Zoom Virtual Meeting
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Interest Groups
Event Details:

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.

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

Upcycled Denim Tote Bags

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Collaboratory Conference Table at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading, Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers

Grades 6-12 | Registration required

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Conference Table
Age Group: Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Program Type: Summer Reading, Collaboratory, 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

Pinecone Art

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults

Create a custom design with pinecones and paint on canvas.

Enter the registration lottery from June 20th-22nd at: https://forms.gle/9FK1cUcJABTM3WDV8.

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

Create a custom design with pinecones and paint on canvas.

Enter the registration lottery from June 20th-22nd at: https://forms.gle/9FK1cUcJABTM3WDV8.

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 Cricut

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Technology Training
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults

This class will cover how to use Cricut Design Space, the software used to create custom designs with the Cricut Maker vinyl cutting machines.

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

This class will cover how to use Cricut Design Space, the software used to create custom designs with the Cricut Maker vinyl cutting machines.

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

Daisy Wine Bottle

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Collaboratory Conference Table at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults

Celebrate summer by painting daisies on a wine bottle.

Note: This is a repeat program. Please do not register if you have attended previously.

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

Celebrate summer by painting daisies on a wine bottle.

Note: This is a repeat program. Please do not register if you have attended previously.

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

Sublimation Can Coolers

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults

Create a custom design in CorelDRAW to sublimate onto a can cooler, perfect to use on a hot summer day or at your next outdoor movie night.

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

Create a custom design in CorelDRAW to sublimate onto a can cooler, perfect to use on a hot summer day or at your next outdoor movie night.

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

Daisy Wine Bottle

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Collaboratory Conference Table at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults

Celebrate summer by painting daisies on a wine bottle.

Note: This is a repeat program. Please do not register if you have attended previously.

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

Celebrate summer by painting daisies on a wine bottle.

Note: This is a repeat program. Please do not register if you have attended previously.

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

Sublimation Can Coolers

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults

Create a custom design in CorelDRAW to sublimate onto a can cooler, perfect to use on a hot summer day or at your next outdoor movie night.

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

Create a custom design in CorelDRAW to sublimate onto a can cooler, perfect to use on a hot summer day or at your next outdoor movie night.

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

DIY Mimic Dice Box

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Collaboratory Conference Table at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading, Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities
Age Group:
Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers

Grades 6-12 | Registration required

Add paint, felt, and teeth to a plain wooden box to create your own custom mimic box for dice storage. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Conference Table
Age Group: Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Program Type: Summer Reading, Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 6-12 | Registration required

Add paint, felt, and teeth to a plain wooden box to create your own custom mimic box for dice storage. 

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

Sunset Silhouettes

Saturday, July 19, 2025 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

Paint a sunset or sunrise over a silhouette of your choice! Wear clothes that you are comfortable getting paint on.

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

Paint a sunset or sunrise over a silhouette of your choice! Wear clothes that you are comfortable getting paint 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.