Event List

The Wallingford Public Library is delighted to support local graduates of our Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship workshops and local published adult and children's book authors.

The Wallingford Public Library is delighted to support local graduates of our Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship workshops and local published adult and children's book authors.

Create a mosaic using buttons. Trace a shape of your choosing and sew buttons onto your “canvas” for this personalized creation!

Ever wonder exactly what is in the Collaboratory (or what the Collaboratory even is)? Come to this class and learn about each and every thing in there!

Create your very own Krampus from clay! Krampus is a European legend, a mythical creature that appears around the holidays. 

Join us at one of our fun, festive, eco-friendly wrapping parties this holiday season! You are invited to drop by the Collaboratory on Monday nights between 6:30-8:30 pm to wrap gifts in the company of your fellow crafters.

Use resin and a laser cut acrylic template to make a stunning faux stained glass piece.

Grades 6-12 | Register for a reminder

Use resin and a laser cut acrylic template to make a stunning faux stained glass piece.

Use die cuts, embossing folders, and stamps to make three beautiful holiday cards including a 3D card. No card making experience needed. All materials provided, including envelopes so they are ready to send to your loved ones.

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.

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.

Learn the laser cutting and etching process for wood veneers and then assemble a pre-cut Wallingford Public Library bookmark. 

Ever wonder exactly what is in the Collaboratory (or what the Collaboratory even is)? Come to this class and learn about each and every thing in there!

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.

Paint a cheery winter-themed penguin family on a repurposed slate. This is an intermediate level painting project.

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

Join us at one of our fun, festive, eco-friendly wrapping parties this holiday season! You are invited to drop by the Collaboratory on Monday nights between 6:30-8:30 pm to wrap gifts in the company of your fellow crafters.

Paint a cheery winter-themed penguin family on a repurposed slate. This is an intermediate level painting project.

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

Create your own design and then use the Brother PrintModa Studio fabric printer to print it directly onto an 8x8” piece of cotton for your next sewing project.

Create your own design and then use the Brother PrintModa Studio fabric printer to print it directly onto an 8x8” piece of cotton for your next sewing project.

This class will go over how to use Silhouette Studio, the software used to create custom designs for the Silhouette vinyl cutting machines.