ADULT SERVICES

• Wayland Reads Author Talk: Against Civility. According to author Alex Zamalin, the idea of civility has always been wielded to silence dissent, repress political participation, and justify violence upon people of color. Although many progressives today are urged to be more polite and thoughtful, citizens who care deeply about racial and socioeconomic equality need to abandon this concept of discreet politeness and instead more fully support disruptive actions and calls for liberation.  The author of several other books, Zamalin is the director of the African American Studies Program and Assistant Professor of political science at the University of Detroit Mercy.  Register through our Events menu.  Sunday, April 11 at 3 p.m.
• Medicinal Herb Gardening: What to Grow. The right herbal “superstars” can treat common ailments like colds and flu, inflammation, minor cuts, muscle spasms, poor digestion, and many more.  But how do you even start a medicinal herb garden?  Ehris Urban and Velya Jancz-Urban, the “green witches” of the Grounded Goodwife website, will get you started on the path to natural wellness through herbs you grow yourself.  Register through our Events menu.  Monday, April 5 at 7 p.m.
• Exploring a Human Rights Commission. Join us to understand what human rights commissions (HRC) are and how they foster a safe, welcoming community.  Given efforts are underway to create a municipal HRC in Wayland, Professor Martha Davis of Northeastern University’s School of Law, will share the merits of human rights commissions, what they do, and how they function effectively.  Register through our Events menu.  Tuesday, April 13 at 7 p.m.
• Noon Book Group. The title up for discussion is Richard Hughes’s unsettling, dreamlike tale of children and pirates, A High Wind in Jamaica.  Contact amoore@minlib.net for a copy of the book and the Zoom link.  Friday, April 9.
• Dystopian/Sci-Fi Book Group. A time traveler stranded in the past has some hard choices to make when rescue arrives from the future in Mike Chen’s Here and Now and Then.  Contact ekatz@minlib.net for the Zoom link.  Thursday, April 22 at 7 p.m.
• Big Return on Investment. In January, we circulated $232,393 worth of materials.  Our materials budget for the entire year is just $195,000.  Pretty darn good value for your tax dollar, if we say so ourselves.
• Why Are Things I Returned Still On My Card? Because we quarantine everything for three days before we check it in.  And if you returned them over the weekend, that could add a day.  But never fear—we’ll waive any late fees generated by the delayed check-in.

YOUTH SERVICES

APRIL VACATION SPECIALS

• Kids Cooking Green on Zoom: Seeded Chocolate Bark. Combine fruit with chocolate and seeds & you have a delicious treat! We will learn about seeds and make a virtual visit to a local farm. Participants will be sent a recipe with a list of ingredients and recommended kitchen utensils in advance of the program. After that, children (with adult supervision) will follow along and cook at home. For kids ages 3-6 with adult. Register HERE for the zoom link and to get the recipe. Participants supply their own ingredients. Tuesday, April 20, at 2:00-2:45 p.m This event is funded in part through The Mind in the Making Grant, federal funds provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services as administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
• Celebrate Earth Day!: Story/craft with Ms. Elise on Zoom. Ms. Elise will read stories about taking care of our Earth and will also lead children in a craft. Please register HERE to get the zoom link and to schedule a time to pick up your craft kit. Wednesday, April 21, at 3:00-3:50 p.m.
• World of Reptiles with Joy Marzolf. What is the difference between a lizard and a snake or a crocodile and an alligator? Can turtles really leave their shells like they do in the cartoons? Are snakes really slimy? Learn more about our wonderful scaly friends and meet some reptile special guests. Joy Marzolf from the The Joys of Nature will lead this program over zoom. For ages 3 and up. Register HERE for the zoom link. Thursday, April 22, 4:00-4:30 p.m. 

FOR BABIES, TODDLERS AND PRESCHOOLERS

• Singalong on Zoom with Jeannie Mack: Stories, Songs, and Sign. Jeannie Mack will perform all kinds of fun, bounce-around, sing-along songs geared for young children. Plenty of opportunity for audience participation! Please register HERE or online on our eventkeeper calendar for the zoom link. We will send out lyrics to some of the songs in advance to help you sing along with your little one. For ages babies to 4 years, with adult. Thursday, April 1, 10:30-11:15 a.m.
• Kids Yoga on FaceBook Live! Sonia Gomez from Serfi Yoga will give a yoga class for children, toddlers to age 5. Her class will stream on the Wayland Facebook page on Thursday, April 8, at 1:30 p.m
• Storytime on Zoom. Join Ms. Pam for stories songs, puppets, and crafts through zoom.  This interactive storytime encourages language development, socialization and fun. For ages 2.5 to 5 years. Please register here or on our Eventkeeper calendar for the zoom link. Questions? Please contact Youth Services Librarian Pam McCuen at pmccuen@minlib.net. Thursdays,  April 8, April 15, April 22, and April 29 at 10:30 a.m.
• Weekly Facebook Live Storytimes with Ms. Carly. Join Ms. Carly for a Facebook Live storytime on the Wayland Public Library’s Facebook page. Babies through preschool age are invited to listen to stories, sing songs, and perform fun rhymes and movements. Tuesdays, April 6, 13, 20 and 27 at 10:30 a.m.

FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

• Social Justice Storytime on ZOOM. Join Ms. Carly for a storytime that centers on social justice issues! This family friendly storytime will feature books, songs, and flannel boards that offer children and caregivers tools for meaningfully engaging with topics like anti-racism, LGBTQ+ rights, and the Black Lives Matter movement. This Social Justice Storytime is especially appropriate for children ages 3-7 and their caregivers.  Please register here or online from our Eventkeeper calendar to receive the Zoom info. Questions? Email Carly Moniz at cmoniz@minlib.net. Tuesday, April 13 and April 27 at 4 p.m.
• Food:  Zoom Storytime with Ms. Elise. Feeling hungry?  We will read stories about delicious foods from many different cultures in this storytime.  Please register HERE for the zoom link. For ages 4 and up. Wednesday, April 7, at 3 p.m.
• 4th/5th Grade Book Group on Zoom. We will be discussing The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle by Avi. Register HERE for the zoom link. Tuesday, April 13, at 7 p.m.

FOR FAMILIES

Pop-Up Parking Lot Library. Stop by the library on Wednesday afternoons between 1-4 p.m. for in-person browsing of popular and new materials, plus fresh air! Maintain 6 feet if there is a line. Wear a mask & hand sanitizer will be provided prior to browsing. Remember to bring your library card! Weather permitting.