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Glamorous Giving: A Formal Wear Clothing Drive

All Day 3/2 - 3/31
Rear Entrance at Wallingford Public Library

Program Type:

Business, Career, & Financial, Community Events, One Book One Wallingford, Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle, Hands-On Activities, Interest Groups, Other

Age Group:

Teens, High Schoolers, Adults
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Rear Entrance
Age Group: Teens, High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Business, Career, & Financial, Community Events, One Book One Wallingford, Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle, Hands-On Activities, Interest Groups, Other
Event Details:

Join us in helping everyone put their best foot forward! Throughout the month of March, we'll be hosting a formal wear clothing drive at the library in collaboration with Creative Consignments CT in Wallingford.

Battle

Night at the Oscars Presents: "One Battle After Another"

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Wallingford Public Library

Program Type:

Community Events, Film & TV, Music, Arts, & Culture

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Film & TV, Music, Arts, & Culture
Event Details:

Join us to watch some of the year's best movies! For the first three Mondays in March, we'll screen one of the films nominated for the 2026 Academy Award for Best Picture.

Shamrocks

Modern Celtic Classics: A St. Patrick's Day Concert

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Wallingford Public Library

Program Type:

Community Events, Music, Arts, & Culture, Other

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Music, Arts, & Culture, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a musical celebration of St. Patrick's Day!

document and coins

Ask Attorney Allinson

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Charlotte Collins Meeting Room at Wallingford Public Library

Program Type:

Business, Career, & Financial

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Charlotte Collins Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business, Career, & Financial
Registration Required
Event Details:

IN-PERSON PROGRAM

Photo

Smartphone Portrait Photography

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Wallingford Public Library

Program Type:

Hobbies & Gaming, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM, Technology Training, Other

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Hobbies & Gaming, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM, Technology Training, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

This hands-on workshop will teach you how to photograph people looking their best using any camera or smartphone!

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Graphics Office Hours

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Diamond Desk - Green
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts, 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.

DIY Clock

7:00pm–8:30pm
High Schoolers, Adults
Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts, Technology Training
Registration Required
Event Details:

One of the best parts about our laser cutter is how useful it is to make parts for larger projects.

3D Printing Basics for Teens

4:30pm–6:00pm
Tweens, Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hobbies & Gaming, STEM/STEAM, Technology Training
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 6-12 | Registration required

Ever wonder how 3D printing works? Join this introductory class to get a basic understanding of how 3D prints are designed, edited, and created!

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. 

 

DIY Clock

3:00pm–4:30pm
High Schoolers, Adults
Join Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts, Technology Training
Registration Required
Event Details:

One of the best parts about our laser cutter is how useful it is to make parts for larger projects.

Dear IT: Learn to Use Our Digital Resources

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Training
Registration Required
Event Details:

This Library is more than just books and walls! Join Digital Navigator Elijah to discover all of the online resources that are free with your library card.

Ask IT: Drop-in hours

12:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Information Desk
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Training
Event Details:

Do you have a quick question about your phone, tablet, or other device? Digital Navigators Elijah and Connor will be available to answer your questions during drop-in hours this winter.

Smartphone Portrait Photography

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Hobbies & Gaming, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM, Technology Training, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

This hands-on workshop will teach you how to photograph people looking their best using any camera or smartphone!

Graphics Office Hours

6:00pm–8:00pm
High Schoolers, Adults
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.

Dear IT: ChatGPT & AI Essentials

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Training
Registration Required
Event Details:

Curious about ChatGPT and how AI tools can help you in your daily tasks? In this class, Digital Navigator Connor will explain what ChatGPT is, how it works, and the basics of machine learning.

Easter

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Wallingford Public Library

Learn to Laser Cut

2:00pm–3:30pm
High Schoolers, Adults
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.

Media Literacy with Project co|LAB

5:00pm–6:30pm
Tweens, Teens, Middle Schoolers
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Charlotte Collins Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Middle Schoolers
Program Type: Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle, Music, Arts, & Culture, Technology Training
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 5-8 | Registration required

Ask IT: Drop-in hours

12:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Information Desk
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Training
Event Details:

Do you have a quick question about your phone, tablet, or other device? Digital Navigators Elijah and Connor will be available to answer your questions during drop-in hours this winter.

Dear IT: ChatGPT & AI Essentials

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Charlotte Collins Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Training
Registration Required
Event Details:

Curious about ChatGPT and how AI tools can help you in your daily tasks? In this class, Digital Navigator Connor will explain what ChatGPT is, how it works, and the basics of machine learning.

Graphics Office Hours

6:00pm–8:00pm
High Schoolers, Adults
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.

Ask IT: Drop-in hours

12:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Information Desk
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Training
Event Details:

Do you have a quick question about your phone, tablet, or other device? Digital Navigators Elijah and Connor will be available to answer your questions during drop-in hours this winter.

Learn to Laser Cut

2:00pm–3:30pm
High Schoolers, Adults
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.

CNC with Carvera

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Technology Training
Event Details:

Learn about the most advanced machine offered in the Collaboratory, the Carvera CNC machine. Please note that successful completion of an online training course and in-person test is required to use the Carvera independently.

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. 

 

Graphics Office Hours

6:00pm–8:00pm
High Schoolers, Adults
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.

Introduction to Canva

2:00pm–3:30pm
High Schoolers, Adults
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. 

 

Graphics Office Hours

6:00pm–8:00pm
High Schoolers, Adults
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.

Memorial Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Wallingford Public Library

Memorial Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Wallingford Public Library

Graphics Office Hours

6:00pm–8:00pm
High Schoolers, Adults
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.