ADULT SERVICES

• Author Talk: Headed Into the Abyss. Join architect and social critic Brian Watson to discuss his new book, Headed into the Abyss: The Story of Our Time, and the Future We’ll Face, which analyzes how ten different forces – capitalism, technology, the internet, politics, media, education, human nature, the environment, population, and transportation – are driving and shaping society, all within the context of the complexities of communication via the Internet.  Place a copy on hold, and register through our Events menu.  Tuesday, July 26 at 7 p.m.
• Help Us Prepare for Our 175^th Anniversary. Founded in 1848, the Wayland Free Public Library is one of the oldest public libraries in the United States. To commemorate our 175th anniversary in March 2023, we’re working with three Brandeis Ph.D. students to investigate our history. We’ll present our findings through an interactive website, a printed pamphlet, and an in-person celebration at the library. We’re looking for library patrons to participate in a focus group for the WFPL anniversary event.  We’d like to know what patrons think of WFPL as a community space so we can bring our history into the 21st century.  The focus group will be meet in the Raytheon Room and on Zoom, and is open to anyone who is interested in joining.  Register here.  Wednesday, August 3 from 7:00-8:30 p.m.
• New Way to Learn a Language. The Library now offers a terrific new learning tool called Transparent Language Online.  It provides an effective and engaging experience for language learners looking to build their vocabulary, practice their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills, and maintain what they learn.  With courses and supplemental resources in 110+ languages (including English), Transparent Language Online can be accessed anytime, anywhere, on almost any device.  Look for it under the Online Resources menu on our home page.
• Magazine Survey. Please use the brief survey on our website to tell us how you use our magazine collection and what you’d like to see in it.  Thanks!
• History-Minded?  Write Neatly? We’re looking for a short-term volunteer to help get the historical collection in order.  Must pay attention to detail, handle materials carefully, and have good handwriting.  One hour a week for four to eight weeks.  High school students welcome.  Only one volunteer needed at this time.  Please contact M. J. Wright at mwright@minlib.net or by asking for her at the library.

YOUTH SERVICES

SUMMER READING

Our 2022 Summer Reading Program Camp iRead: Read Beyond the Beaten Path is going strong! Programming highlights include live caterpillars from the Caterpillar Lab, and the Toe Jam Puppet Band. Kids in grades preK through grade 5 will keep track of their reading online or on paper logs and will earn badges for time reading and for attending programs. Every child who registers can pick up a goody bag at the library. Participants will also earn raffle tickets for prizes! Our Teen Reading Program has also started.  Teens can participate in camp-themed programs at the library and read to earn gift packs and gift card prizes. Register for the kids Summer Reading Program and the Teen Summer Reading Program online at WaylandLibrary.Beanstack.org   The Massachusetts Statewide Summer Library Program is funded by the Massachusetts Library System, the Boston Bruins, and the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners 

FOR BABIES, TODDLERS AND PRESCHOOLERS

• Outdoor Storytimes with Ms. Carly. Join Ms. Carly outdoors for storytime! Children and their caregivers will listen to stories, sing songs, and perform fun rhymes and movements. We will meet on the lawn behind the library. In the case of inclement weather we will hold the storytime in the Children’s Room. For babies through preschool age children, with caregivers. You can register here or from our online eventkeeper calendar. Tuesdays, July 26, August 2, and August 9 at 10:30 a.m.
• Outdoor Storytimes with Ms. Pam. Join Ms. Pam outdoors for stories, songs, puppets, and activities. We will meet on the lawn behind the library. For ages 2.5 to 5 years with an adult. You can register here or from our online eventkeeper calendar. Thursday,  August 4, August 11, and August 18 at 10:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m.
• Sing, Move, and Story! Jodi Levin from Family ACCESS will lead children in songs and movement, and will share a story! Weather permitting, we will meet outside. (In the case of inclement weather, we will meet in the Children’s Room.) Please register HERE. Wednesday, July 27, at 3:00 p.m.
• Family Sing-along with Ms. Janet. Join Ms. Janet for songs and stories. She will bring her ukulele! Afterwards children will make their own drums. Weather permitting, we will meet outside. Please register HERE or from our online eventkeeper calendar. For ages 3 and up. Thursday, July 28, at 10:30 a.m.  

FOR ELEMENTARY AGE CHILDREN

• Caterpillar Lab. Join The Caterpillar Lab in a free-exploration program and experience the incredible world of New England caterpillars. Bright foliage bursts with color and life, while our caterpillar experts are on hand to answer questions, share our experiences, and highlight the many unique stories found in our own backyards. For all ages. Please register HERE or from our online eventkeeper calendar. Drop in any time between 2:00-5:00p.m. Tuesday, July 19, at 2:00 p.m.
• Animals Around the World: Desert vs. Rainforest. Joy from Joys of Nature will bring live animals to the Hannah Williams Park! She will teach kids about how these animals have adapted to survive in different habitats. Kids will get an opportunity to see the animals up close. Featured animals will include Penelope the alligator!  At Hannah Williams Playground, 71 Main Street, Wayland. For ages 3 and up. Thursday, July 21. There will be two half hour shows. Please register HERE for the 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. show. Please register HERE for the 11:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. show.
• Campfire Song Singalong with Julie Stepanek. Learn (or re-learn) campfire songs with Julie Stepanek! She will sing Heigh Ho, Black Socks, On Top Of Spaghetti, The Other Day I Met a Bear, and more! AND she will bring ukuleles for children and parents to strum along. Weather permitting, we will meet outside. For ages 4 and up. Please register HERE or from our online eventkeeper calendar. Wednesday, July 27, at 10:30 a.m.
• Listen to the Music! Camp Songs & Folk Songs. Join Ms. Elise to learn about early folksingers; listen to some of their songs, and make a simple musical instrument. For ages 5 and up. Please register HERE or from our online eventkeeper calendar. Wednesday, July 27, at 3:30 p.m.
• Cardboard Ice Cream Cone Craft. Kids will paint and decorate oversized cardboard ice cream cones. Freeze popsicles will be served at the end of the program. Weather permitting, we will meet outdoors. Please register HERE or from our online eventkeeper calendar.  Wednesday, August 3, at 3:00 p.m.
• Cool Cooking: Gazpacho. Join Ms. Pam to make gazpacho with fresh veggies, a cool treat for a hot summer day.Please register HERE or from our online eventkeeper calendar.  Thursday, August 4, at 3:30 p.m

FOR TEENS

• Camp Crafts for Teens. Missing summer camp this year, or wishing you could go back already? Make wish bracelets using cord and beads and no-sew patches from adhesive felt to escape to camp for the afternoon. Weather permitting, we will meet outside. For ages 11 and up. Please register HERE or from our online eventkeeper calendar. Wednesday, July 20, at 3:30 p.m.
• Candy Sushi Making. Teens will make tasty candy sushi that looks like the real deal. If you have a food allergy please email Carly at cmoniz@minlib.net. Please register HERE or from our online eventkeeper calendar. Tuesday, August 2, at 3:00 p.m.

SEEKING VOLUNTEER CODING TEACHERS.  The Wayland Library Girls Who Code Club is looking for volunteer facilitators for the 2022-2023 academic year. Affiliated with the national Girls Who Code organization (girlswhocode.com) and its mission of closing the gender gap in technology, the Wayland club brings together girls for hands-on learning about code and technology.

The Wayland library plans to have two clubs: one for girls in grades 3-5 and one for girls in grades 6 and up. Enthusiasm for working with the girls is required; technical skill is helpful but not necessary, especially if you are willing to learn along with them. If you are interested, or would like to know more, please contact Head of Youth Services, Pam McCuen, at pmccuen@minlib.net