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Introduction to Canva

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Technology Training
Age Group:
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: 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?

Martin Luther King Jr. 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

Paper Marbling

Tuesday, January 20, 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 the art of Paper Marbling using ink. It is a relaxing craft with beautiful results!

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 the art of Paper Marbling using ink. It is a relaxing craft with beautiful results!

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

Laser Engraved Water Bottle

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM, Technology Training
Age Group:
Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers

Grades 6-12 | Registration Required

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

Grades 6-12 | Registration Required

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

Paper Marbling

Thursday, January 22, 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 the art of Paper Marbling using ink. It is a relaxing craft with beautiful results!

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 the art of Paper Marbling using ink. It is a relaxing craft with beautiful results!

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

Maker Office Hours

Thursday, January 22, 2026 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 "High Schoolers" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

The Full Bake: Introduction to Sourdough

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events
Age Group:
High Schoolers, Adults

This workshop takes you through every stage of sourdough baking in an interactive, beginner-friendly way.

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: High Schoolers, Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events
Event Details:

This workshop takes you through every stage of sourdough baking in an interactive, beginner-friendly way.

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

Custom Cricut Vinyl Decals

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hobbies & Gaming, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM, Technology Training
Age Group:
Teens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers

Grades 6-12 | Registration Required

Upcoming
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, STEM/STEAM, Technology Training
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 6-12 | Registration Required

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

CNC with Carvera

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Technology Training
Age Group:
Adults

The Carvera, a desktop CNC mill, is the most advanced machine offered in the Collaboratory. Come to this class to learn all about it! Please note that successful completion of a test is required to use the Carvera.

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

The Carvera, a desktop CNC mill, is the most advanced machine offered in the Collaboratory. Come to this class to learn all about it! Please note that successful completion of a test is required to use the Carvera.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Free Digital Resources

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Board Room at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Technology Training
Age Group:
Adults

Learn what free digital resources are available through the Wallingford Public Library. Your card gets you access to free eBooks, Audiobooks, comics, music, movies and more!

Library Branch: Wallingford Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Collaboratory, Technology Training
Event Details:

Learn what free digital resources are available through the Wallingford Public Library. Your card gets you access to free eBooks, Audiobooks, comics, music, movies and more!

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

Graphics Office Hours

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Collaboratory Diamond Desk - Green at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts, Technology Training
Age Group:
Teens, 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: 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.

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

Mandala Heart Rock

Monday, February 2, 2026 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

Paint a detailed mandala heart on a flat stone using dotting techniques.

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:

Paint a detailed mandala heart on a flat stone using dotting techniques.

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

Geometric Paper Collage

Tuesday, February 3, 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

We will be making soothing collages using paper cut into geometric shapes! If there is any paper in particular you have at home you would like to use, feel free to bring it in.

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

We will be making soothing collages using paper cut into geometric shapes! If there is any paper in particular you have at home you would like to use, feel free to bring it in.

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

Mandala Heart Rock

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 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

Paint a detailed mandala heart on a flat stone using dotting techniques.

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:

Paint a detailed mandala heart on a flat stone using dotting techniques.

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

Geometric Paper Collage

Thursday, February 5, 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

We will be making soothing collages using paper cut into geometric shapes! If there is any paper in particular you have at home you would like to use, feel free to bring it in.

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

We will be making soothing collages using paper cut into geometric shapes! If there is any paper in particular you have at home you would like to use, feel free to bring it in.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Woven Together: A Fiber Arts Club for Adults

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Collaboratory Horseshoe Booth at Wallingford Public Library
Program Type:
Collaboratory, Hobbies & Gaming, Hands-On Activities, Arts & Crafts, Other
Age Group:
Adults

Gather with fellow fiber arts enthusiasts on the first Thursday of the month! Whether you knit, crochet, embroider, cross-stitch, macrame, or create any other type of textile art, there's a place for you here.

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

Gather with fellow fiber arts enthusiasts on the first Thursday of the month! Whether you knit, crochet, embroider, cross-stitch, macrame, or create any other type of textile art, there's a place for you here.

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

Mandala Heart Rock

Friday, February 6, 2026 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

Paint a detailed mandala heart on a flat stone using dotting techniques.

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:

Paint a detailed mandala heart on a flat stone using dotting techniques.

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

Teen Craft Club

Thursday, February 12, 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 "Adults" group

Maker Office Hours

Thursday, February 12, 2026 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 "Adults" group

Talking TED @ Home

Thursday, February 12, 2026 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.

Presidents' Day

All Day
Wallingford Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Wallingford Public Library

Presidents' 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

Wooden Quilting Block

Tuesday, February 17, 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

We will be using wooden pieces cut with our laser cutter to create decorative wooden quilting blocks! There will be three different classic quilt block patterns for you to choose from. Please note that this is not a quilting program.

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

We will be using wooden pieces cut with our laser cutter to create decorative wooden quilting blocks! There will be three different classic quilt block patterns for you to choose from. Please note that this is not a quilting program.

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

Wooden Quilting Block

Thursday, February 19, 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

We will be using wooden pieces cut with our laser cutter to create decorative wooden quilting blocks! There will be three different classic quilt block patterns for you to choose from. Please note that this is not a quilting program.

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

We will be using wooden pieces cut with our laser cutter to create decorative wooden quilting blocks! There will be three different classic quilt block patterns for you to choose from. Please note that this is not a quilting program.