WAYLAND WALK AND TALK WITH AUTHOR RITA ZOEY CHIN. Join Rita Zoey Chin, Wayland resident, poet, and author of the bestselling memoir, “Let the Tornado Come” for a walk and reflection on Sunday, October 19, starting at 2:15 p.m. in the Raytheon Room. After the walk there will be time to write about what you experienced and an opportunity to share what you’ve written. Rita will answer questions about her memoir, and she’ll conclude with a book signing. This event is co-sponsored by the Wayland Library and Wayland Walks.
THE HUMAN RACE–AND THE TECHNOLOGY RACE. Has technology advanced beyond our ability to control it? Some believe this is a good thing and will lead to a marvelous “Singularity,” a point where self-replicating machinery will largely replace human labor, freeing humans to pursue whatever they want. Others are less sanguine about the impacts of technology, warning that the earth and the human race itself may be headed for disaster. On Tuesday, November 4, at 7:30 p.m., George Gantz will lead a discussion at the library on these profound questions, starting with our own experiences with digital technologies and recent research on the human-digital interface. Gantz is a retired business executive with a life-long passion for mathematics, science, philosophy and theology. He now directs the ISAS Forum on Integrating Science and Spirituality and blogs on related topics at swedenborgcenterconcord.org.
TEENS—LIGHT UP YOUR LIFE WITH EL WIRE. Teens ages 11 and up can come to the library to create their own wearable art at a workshop led by Kevin Osborn on Wednesday, October 29, from 1:30-3 p.m.. We’ll be experimenting with EL Wire. EL Wire is a flexible, glowing wire that is powered by small battery packs. Deck out your Halloween costume, your clothing, your glasses, your lunch box, with glowing lights. Bring your own stuff to decorate. This event is supported by an LSTA grant awarded by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
MUSIC THROUGH THE DECADES WITH DAVID POLANSKY. On Tuesday, October 21, at 7 p.m. musician David Polansky will be at the library to present a one-man show highlighting American hit songs inspired by major events in our history, (e.g., WWI, the Big Band Era, Great Depression, the Atomic Age) performed live on trumpet, keyboard, and vocals by David himself. Don’t miss this winner in the library’s Raytheon Room.
ED MASCARI JAZZ TRIO, FEATURING REBECCA WELLONS. Jazz Pianist Ed Mascari has teamed up in a jazz trio with Marliese Ballon and Wayland Middle School Band Director Rebecca Wellons. On Sunday, October 26, from 3-4 p.m. the trio will present a one-hour concert featuring a selection of originals plus jazz tunes from the American Songbook in live performance in the library’s Raytheon Room. Their musical style is energetic and engaging. These performers have such a great time playing together that the fun is infectious!
iDEVICE AND GMAIL INTROS. If you are new to iPhone, iPad, or if you recently adopted Gmail, you might want to sign up for one of these upcoming workshops:
- “Introduction to the iPhone/iPad,” – October 23, 2-3 p.m.
- “Introduction to Gmail,” – October 27, 7-8 p.m. or November 12, 2-3:30 p.m.
For more information, contact librarian MJ Wright at 508-358-2311 or mwright@minlib.net.
PARENT/CHILD BOOK GROUP. On Wednesday, October 22, from 7-8 p.m. fourth and fifth graders with a parent can come to the library to discuss a different book. This month we will talk about “Tuck Everlasting” by Natalie Babbitt. After the discussion we will decide together what next month’s book will be. Meet in the Children’s Room. Led by Youth Services Librarian Pam McCuen.
HALLOWEEN AND FALL DROP-IN CRAFT. Kids ages 4 and up and drop into the Raytheon Room on Wednesday, October 22, from 3-5 p.m. to make spooky and spectacular crafts with librarian Elise Katz.
PAJAMA STORYTIME. On Wednesday, October 29, from 6:30-7:15 p.m. Beverly Mobilia, coordinator of Wayland’s Community Partnerships for Children and Families, will lead a Pajama Storytime. Songs, puppets, stories and fun! Children are invited to come in pajamas or in their Halloween costumes. For ages 3 and up. Program will be held in the Children’s Room.
ZUMBA KIDS JR. Join Julia Walderzak for Zumba Kids Jr., a rhythm and dance program for children ages 2 1/2 to 4 year of age on Tuesday, October 28, at 10:30 a.m.
FRIENDS FALL BOOK & BAKE SALE. The Friends of the Library will sponsor their Fall Book and Bake Sale on Saturday, October 25, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sunday, October 26, from 12-4 p.m. There will also be a preview for members of the Friends on Friday, October 24, from 6-8:30 p.m. Memberships will be available at the sale starting at 5:30 p.m. Sale items include delicious baked goods and thousands of quality books in good condition for children and adults. All proceeds go to support Library programs and services. The sale will be held in the Large Hearing Room in the Wayland Town Building, 41 Cochituate Road. Donations of books will be accepted during set-up in the Large Hearing Room on Wednesday, October 22, and Thursday, October 23. Donations of baked goods will be accepted from Friday until the end of the sale on Sunday. Internet book scanning devices are not permitted in the sale area. For more information, contact Anne Heller at 508-358-4515 or Pam Mauer at 508-358-5432.
UPCOMING BOOK GROUPS FOR ADULTS
- Non-Fiction Book Group, Tuesday, October 28, at 7 p.m., “Mastermind” by Maria Konnikova
- Evening Book Group, Monday, November 3, 7 p.m., “Monsters of Templeton” by Lauren Groff
- Armchair Travel Club, Wednesday, November 12, 11:30 a.m., “Three Ways to Capsize a Boat” by Chris Stewart
- Noontime Book Group, Friday, November 14, 12 noon, “Great House” by Nicole Krauss.
New members are always welcome at any of our groups.
