ADULT SERVICES
- Author Talk: Janis Daly and The Unmarked Path. In 1897 Philadelphia, after witnessing her aunt’s suicide, Eliza Edwards vows to find ways to help and heal. Rejecting her mother’s wishes for her society debut, Eliza enters medical college at a time when only five percent of doctors are female. Rich in historical detail, Janis Robinson Daly’s new novel was inspired by her discovery that her great-great-grandfather was a founder of the Women’s Medical College of Pennsylvania. Register to attend in person or virtually. Tuesday, December 13 at 7 p.m.
- Sudbury Valley Nature Photographers. Don’t miss this month’s exhibit in our meeting room of stunning images from this venerable group, covering not only New England but locales around the world.
- Office to Go. Working remotely? Really remotely? Our Library of Things has the components you need to make that work easy. Just combine one of our Chromebooks with a hotspot and our portable scanner. Our portable charger might come in handy, too. Perfect for when you’re getting away from it all–or from most of it.
- New Tutors Trained in Wayland Library’s ESOL Program. Immigrants in our area who want to improve their English now have greater opportunities. Three generous and enthusiastic Wayland residents are now certified to be tutors of ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages): Chris German, Ana Signorovitch, and Lisa Vrigian. They’ll work one-to-one with learners from various countries, remotely or in person. Tutors do not need to know another language, nor do they need to know every detail of English grammar. For more information, contact Ginny Steel at 781-541-4919 or at virginia@thesteels.com
YOUTH SERVICES
FOR BABIES, TODDLERS AND PRESCHOOLERS
- Indoor Storytime with Ms. Leslie. Join Ms. Leslie indoors for storytime! For babies through preschool age children, with caregivers. Please register. Tuesdays, December 13, and December 20 at 10:30 a.m.
- Indoor Storytime with Ms. Pam. Join Ms. Pam for stories, songs, puppets, and activities. For ages 2.5 to 5 years with an adult. Please register. Thursday, December 22 at 10:30 a.m.
- Sing, Move, and Story! Jodi Levin from Family ACCESS Community Connections will lead children in songs and movement, and will share a story! We will meet outside on the green lawn, weather permitting. Please register HERE. Wednesday, December 14 at 9:30 a.m.
- Storytime with Obie the Dog. Children will listen to dog stories and have a chance to visit with Obie, a beautiful Samoyed. Obie will be accompanied with his owner Helen. We will meet in the Raytheon Room. For ages 3 and up, with an adult. Please register HERE. Thursday, December 15, at 10:30 am.
- Spanish Storytime. Join Senora Smith for Spanish Storytime! We will read a cozy story followed by a simple craft, sing a song or two, and even learn some Spanish words. Liliana Smith is the Coordinator of the Spanish Immersion Program in the Wayland Public Schools. For ages 3 and up, with caregivers. Please register. Saturdays, December 10, December 17, and January 7 at 10:30 a.m.
FOR ELEMENTARY AGE CHILDREN.
- Measuring up: How Long? Join Ms. Stephanie for stories, crafts and games all about measuring and distance. We will meet in the Raytheon Room. For ages 4 and up, with caregiver. Please register HERE. Wednesday, December 14, at 3:30 p.m.
- 4th/5th Grade Book Club. This month we will be discussing Wildoak by C.C. Harrington. We will meet in the Teen Loft. Questions or to get a copy of the book, please email Pam at pmccuen@minlib.net. For 4th and 5th graders. Please register HERE. Wednesday, December 14, at 7:00 p.m.
- Winter Solstice and Holiday Crafts. Join Ms. Pam to make crafts that celebrate the winter solstice and winter holidays. We will meet in the Raytheon Room. For ages 4 and up, with caregiver. Please register HERE. Wednesday, December 21, at 3:30 p.m.
- Family Game Day. Drop in for an afternoon of board games and card games. Play a favorite or let us teach you how to play a new game! We will also have cooperative games. For ages 4 and up, with caregiver. Please register HERE. Thursday, December 29, at 3:00 p.m.
FOR TEENS
Magic the Gathering for Teens. Teens! Play Magic the Gathering with your friends! Bring your own Magic Cards or use ours. Experienced players and newbies welcome. For teens in grades 6 and up. We will meet in the Teen Loft. Please register HERE. Friday, December 16, at 4:30 p.m.
