WHS Robotics Team Demo, Library Surevy, Leis: Wayland Library Week
WAYLAND, MA — Here’s what’s happening at the Wayland library over the week of May 20, 2024.
ADULT SERVICES
We Need Your Input! Take Our Community Survey
As we strive to meet the evolving needs of our community, we need your insights to guide our strategic planning for the Library. Your feedback is crucial in helping us understand what you value most about our services and what improvements you would like to see. The survey takes only 5-10 minutes, and closes on June 15. We look forward to hearing from you.
Virtual Author Talk: R. F. Kuang and Yellowface
When one budding author witnesses another’s death in a freak accident, she impulsively steals her manuscript and passes it off as her own, with harrowing consequences. Suffused with dark humor and sharp observation, Yellowface grapples with diversity, racism, and cultural appropriation, as well as the terrifying alienation of social media. New York Times bestselling author Kuang holds an MPhil from Cambridge University. Register. Tuesday, May 21 at 7 p.m.
Author Talk: James L. Parr and World War II Massachusetts
Over 500,000 Massachusetts residents answered the call to military duty during WWII, while the rest fought the war on the home front. They worked in factories, volunteered for Civil Defense, and took part in bond drives, while dealing with rationing and blackouts. James Parr reveals the stories of these dedicated citizens as they faced significant wartime challenges. In person or online. Register. Thursday, May 23 at 7 p.m.
Finishing Touches: Medical Decisions
This is the second program in a three-part series. If you are unable to make decisions, how do you plan for care and make your wishes known to relatives and to first responders? Learn how you can prepare with Wayland Fire Chief Neil McPherson, Firefighter Todd Winner, and Cathleen Summers, RN, Esq. Sponsored by the Wayland Council on Aging, the Parmenter Foundation, and the Library. Register. Meeting at the Library and online. Wednesday, May 29 at 2 p.m.
The Hidden History of Black Boston
Commemorate Juneteenth by delving into the rich narratives of Black Boston neighborhoods and pivotal sites, events, and figures. Award-winning educator Joel Mackall leads a conversation that will roam from the eras of Faneuil Hall and Long Wharf to the vibrant communities that flourished in Beacon Hill in the early republic, and the South End and Roxbury in the early 20th century. This program will not be recorded. Registration required. Sunday, June 2 at 2:30 p.m.
Evening Book Group
Foster by Claire Keegan. A child is taken by her feckless father to live with relatives on a farm, not knowing when or if she will be brought home again. She finds an affection and warmth she has not known and begins to blossom. But there is something unspoken in this new, well-tended household, and summer must come to an end. In person and online. Contact btuttle@minlib.net for more information. Monday, June 3 at 7 p.m.
YOUTH SERVICES
FOR BABIES, TODDLERS AND PRESCHOOLERS
Music, Story, Fun! with Ms. Janet
Join Ms. Janet for a musical storytime. She’ll bring her ukulele, rainbow bells, and puppets! We will meet in the Children’s Room. For ages birth through age 4, with caregivers. Please register. Thursdays, May 23 and May 30 at 10:30 a.m.
Outdoor Baby & Toddler Storytime with Ms. Abby
Our Baby & Toddler program moves outside! Weather permitting, we will meet outside on the green lawn. Please register. Tuesday, May 28 at 10:30 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 by his owner Helen. We will meet in the Raytheon Room. For ages 2 and up, with adult. Please register HERE. Tuesday, May 21, at 10:30 a.m.
FOR ELEMENTARY AGE CHILDREN
Drop-in Craft: Hawaiian Leis and Grass Crowns
May is Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Join Ms. Elise to make a Hawaiian paper flower necklace and grass crowns. For ages 4 and up, with caregiver. Please register HERE. Wednesday, May 15 at 3:00 p.m.
Plant a Seed
Join Ms. Wendy to read The Tiny Seed by Eric Carle and talk about plants. Then decorate a terracotta pot and plant a sunflower seed to take home. Weather permitting, we will meet outside. For ages 4 and up, with caregiver. Please register HERE. Wednesday, May 22 at 3:00 p.m.
4th/5th Grade Book Club
We will be discussing Linked by Gordon Korman. For 4th and 5th graders. We will meet in the Teen Loft. Questions or to get a copy of the book, contact Pam at pmccuen@minlib.net. Please register HERE. Wednesday, May 22 at 7 p.m.
Build It! Treehouses
Join Ms. Stephanie to design and build a treehouse village using cardboard and recyclables! For ages 4 and up, with caregiver. Please register HERE. Wednesday, May 29, at 3:30 p.m.
Pokémon Card AND Sports Card Trading Day
Kids are invited to a Pokémon AND Sports card trading day at the library. Come with cards you are willing to trade! For ages 7 to 11. Please register HERE. Thursday, May 30, at 4:00 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. Please register. Friday, May 24 at 4:30 p.m.
Teen Weaving Workshop
Teens! Try your hand at weaving. We will use cardboard looms to weave with yarn, ribbon and raffia. Leave with finished art. We will meet in the Teen Loft. For teens in grades 6 and up. Please register HERE. Thursday, May 23, at 4:00 p.m.
FOR FAMILIES
WHS Robotics Team Demo
The WHS Robotics Team, also known as the Control Freaks, will demo Squab the Robot in the Library Parking Lot! Come and meet the Robot that competed in the New England District Championships. This program is for all ages. Saturday, June 1, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Founded in 2014, Wayland High School’s FIRST Robotics Competition Team, the Control Freaks, is dedicated to inspiring members to pursue knowledge in the STEM fields while also teaching leadership skills through their competitive FIRST robotics program. For more information, please contact team5735@gmail.com. Connect with us on instagram @ctrlfreaks5735 or Facebook FRC 5735.
