SUMMER HOURS
This summer the library will be open on Saturdays from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. and closed on Sundays.
WHAT’S THE “hoopla” ALL ABOUT?
We’re excited to announce that the Wayland Library is now offering hoopla, a great new library app, to all Wayland residents with a library card. Head on over to hoopladigital.com to sign up and get more info. Are you on the go a lot? Wish you could watch some great movies and TV on your mobile device while traveling? Are music or audiobooks more your travel style? With hoopla digital, you can use your Wayland Library account to get movies, TV, music, and audiobooks right on your mobile device!
CALLING ALL WAYLAND AUTHORS!
If you are a local author who has published a book, we’d love to hear from you. The library is considering hosting a local author fair where you could showcase your writing and perhaps sell a few books. If interested, contact Rachel Sideman-Kurtz at the library or by email: rsideman@minlib.net.
COOKBOOK POTLUCK
Do you like to cook? Like to eat healthy? Or do you want to be inspired to do more of either? The Clean Eating Cookbook Club is the place for you! We will meet the second Thursday of each month to enjoy recipes together from a selected cookbook. Our first potluck will be Thursday, August 13, at 6 p.m. in the Raytheon Room. This month we are cooking from “Clean Food” by Alice Walters and “Clean Slate” by the Editors of Martha Stewart Living. Books are available now at the circulation desk. If you thought this club started in July, you are correct. Attendees were so enthusiastic about these books, we wanted to do more cooking from them. Join us for some potluck fun! And if this meeting date doesn’t work for you, you are welcome to join us for any meetings that do. See the library website for future cookbook selections and their meeting dates.
FOREIGN FILM SERIES
Cancelled! The screening of “Gloria” scheduled for Tuesday, July 28, has been cancelled. The next film screening will be “Caramel” on Tuesday, September 8, at 6:30 p.m.
LIBRARIANS’ BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS
Need a good book to read? Our new website contains a whole lot of book suggestions from our staff. Go to waylandlibrary.org and you will find our “Staff Picks” under Services/Readers’ Corner.
SUMMER READING CELEBRATION
Children who have participated in our summer reading program will celebrate their reading with an ice cream bash on Thursday, August 13, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Come make your own sundae! If weather permits, we will meet outside the children’s room in the green amphitheater.
SUMMER KIDS’ PROGRAMS
Sparky’s Puppets: Every Hero Has a Story
Tuesday, July 28, 10:30-11:15 a.m.
This puppet show is a lively collection of tales about some surprising heroes. Follow the adventures of a brave kitten who travels to the moon to get a gift for his mother that it is “out of this world.” Watch a tiny mouse rescue a huge lion. Meet an unexpected character who proves to be “the greatest of all.” You never know who will save the day–it is not always the biggest and strongest!- Pajama Storytime and Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Monday, August 3, 6:30-7 p.m.
Children are invited to wear pajamas and bring a stuffed animal to this pajama storytime.
Those children who choose to, may leave their stuffed animal at the library for a sleepover.
On Tuesday morning, librarian Amy will show the children a slideshow of the adventures the
stuffed animals had during their night at the library. (Hint: they probably won’t get much sleep!)
Children may pick up their stuffies at the Tuesday morning storytime. - Drop-in Superhero Crafts, Part 2
Wednesday, August 5, 3-5 p.m.
Children will make more super hero crafts! This workshop will be led by Elise Katz. For ages 4 and up in the Raytheon Room.
ARMCHAIR TRAVEL BOOK CLUB
On Wednesday, August 12, at 11:30 a.m., our Armchair Travel Book Club will discuss “A Cook’s Tour: In Search of the Perfect Meal” by Anthony Bourdain. The only thing “gonzo gastronome” and internationally bestselling author Anthony Bourdain loves as much as cooking is traveling. Inspired by the question “What would be the perfect meal?” Tony sets out on a quest for his culinary holy grail and in the process turns the notion of “perfection” inside out. From California to Cambodia, “A Cooks’ Tour” chronicles the unpredictable adventures of America’s boldest and bravest chef. For more information, contact librarian Rachel Sideman-Kurtz (rsideman@minlib.net).
LIBRARY WORKSHOPS
We are offering some introductory workshops to help our patrons keep up with technology. Here’s what’s coming up:
- Intro to the iPhone/iPad, Wednesday, July 29, 2-3 p.m.
M.J. will discuss organizing icons, SIRI and the microphone, battery life, shortcuts to getting to the camera and alarm clock, and other basics of these versatile and complex devices. Be sure to bring your iPhone or iPad with you. - One-on-One Technology Instruction, Monday, August 3, 2-3 p.m.
Need assistance with downloading an ebook? Not sure how to use voice dictation on your iPhone or iPad? Need to learn how to create group contacts in your Gmail account? Maybe we can help! Schedule a one-on-one appointment for assistance with basic technology questions. Please contact M.J. (mwright@minlib.net or 508-358-2311) to schedule an appointment and let her know the nature of your question. Half-hour slots are available from 2-3 p.m. 
Overdrive: the Library eBook App, Tuesday, August 4, 2-3 p.m.
Discover how easy it is to find, reserve and download library eBooks and eAudiobooks. You’ll also learn how to modify the print size and color, and how to creat bookmarks. Bring your Apple ID and password. Be sure to bring your iPhone or iPad with you.
