Random Movie Night

Random Movie Night is back! Drop in and see what we’re watching. Snacks provided. For ages 12 and up Sponsored by the Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries

Middle School Room, Main Library

Spanish Fun Program

Are you ready to play, sing, dance, jump and pretend to be in Mexico? The Spanish Fun Program will be here to play games with balloons, flashcards, toys, and songs to learn some Spanish words. Pretend to be in “el mercado”, the grocery store, and buy fruits and vegetabl......More

Are you ready to play, sing, dance, jump and pretend to be in Mexico? The Spanish Fun Program will be here to play games with balloons, flashcards, toys, and songs to learn some Spanish words. Pretend to be in “el mercado”, the grocery store, and buy fruits and vegetables. Jump and dance while following directions in Spanish. This program is ideal for babies to toddlers. Older siblings are always welcome. Registration opens one week in advance.Sponsored by: The Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries

Wakelin Room- Max Capacity, Main Library

Open Studio

Drop in for Open Studio! Open Studio is a time to work on old art projects and start some new ones.Art supplies will be available while supplies last. Patrons are encouraged to bring their own materials, as well. Let your creativity flow. Registrations not required. Que......More

Drop in for Open Studio! Open Studio is a time to work on old art projects and start some new ones.Art supplies will be available while supplies last. Patrons are encouraged to bring their own materials, as well. Let your creativity flow. Registrations not required. Questions? Email Haley at [email protected] by the Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries.

Commons, Main Library

Bluey Party

Join us as we celebrate everyone's favorite Blue Heeler! We will watch some of your favorite episodes, eat snacks, play games you may recognize from the show, and do a craft inspired by your favorite furry friends. For real life? For real life! This program is designed ......More

Join us as we celebrate everyone's favorite Blue Heeler! We will watch some of your favorite episodes, eat snacks, play games you may recognize from the show, and do a craft inspired by your favorite furry friends. For real life? For real life! This program is designed for children ages 4 and participants should be old enough to be able to cut and glue on their own.Registration is required.Each child attending must register prior to the program.Sponsored by the Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries

Wakelin Room- Max Capacity, Main Library

Big Blue Blocks

Weekends: Drop into the Children’s Room and create with Big Blue Blocks! The Big Blue Blocks set from Imagination Playground contains a wide variety of loose parts, including bricks and cylinders, accented with chutes, channels and parts that suggest motion or connectiv......More

Weekends: Drop into the Children’s Room and create with Big Blue Blocks! The Big Blue Blocks set from Imagination Playground contains a wide variety of loose parts, including bricks and cylinders, accented with chutes, channels and parts that suggest motion or connectivityThese modular, rectilinear parts are easy to stack, line up and move around. Children enjoy an endless variety of play patterns including construction, pretend play, role-playing and inventing their own games. Most importantly, they are deeply engaged, active and have hours of fun.Sponsored by the Wellesley Free Library Foundation

Tootsie-Roll Storytime Room, Main Library

Sew a Stuffie: Elephants

Make your very own elephant stuffie! Stomp into this beginner machine sewing class to learn sewing construction basics by putting together fabric elephants, complete with ears and trunks. You’ll be trumpeting with excitement over your new friend! While prior sewing expe......More

Make your very own elephant stuffie! Stomp into this beginner machine sewing class to learn sewing construction basics by putting together fabric elephants, complete with ears and trunks. You’ll be trumpeting with excitement over your new friend! While prior sewing experience is recommended, it is not required. All materials will be provided. For ages 8 For more information, please email [email protected] or call 781-235-1610 ext. 1128. Adult participation required for children below age 10.Registration required starting August 1Sponsored by the Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries

Wakelin Room- Max Capacity

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Monday Morning Storytime

Join us once a month for a special Monday morning storytime.For ages 1 - 4Sponsored by the Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries

Wakelin Room- Max Capacity, Main Library

Story Grooves

A silly and fun movement class for kids ages 4 - 7! We will read a story, learn some themed movement, and play some dance games.Registration required starting one week in advance.For more information please email [email protected] by the Friends of the We......More

A silly and fun movement class for kids ages 4 - 7! We will read a story, learn some themed movement, and play some dance games.Registration required starting one week in advance.For more information please email [email protected] by the Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries.

Wakelin Room- Max Capacity, Main Library

Snuggle-Up Storytime at HILLS

Join us in-person every Tuesday morning at the HILLS branch for a cozy storytime filled with lap bounces, rhymes, songs, and simple stories. Best for babies, toddlers, or any children who love to cuddle up with their caregiver to read and sing. Adult participation requi......More

Join us in-person every Tuesday morning at the HILLS branch for a cozy storytime filled with lap bounces, rhymes, songs, and simple stories. Best for babies, toddlers, or any children who love to cuddle up with their caregiver to read and sing. Adult participation required. Drop in. Sponsored by the Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries

Hills- Full Branch, Hills Branch

Storytime at MAIN

Join us in the Wakelin Room for an all-ages storytime with songs and fingerplays.There will be free play time afterwards with toys and manipulablesSponsored by the Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries

Wakelin Room- Max Capacity, Main Library

Exploring AI Use Cases

Now that you have been using a chatbot, let’s up your game! We’ll cover many more examples of how chatbots can help you. Note: This class is for those that have taken the ChatGPT for Beginners / AI for Beginners class or are comfortable using a chatbot. Registration req......More

Now that you have been using a chatbot, let’s up your game! We’ll cover many more examples of how chatbots can help you. Note: This class is for those that have taken the ChatGPT for Beginners / AI for Beginners class or are comfortable using a chatbot. Registration required. Questions about this program? Email Haley at [email protected] This workshop is generously sponsored by the Wellesley Free Library Foundation.

Wakelin Room, Main Library

FELLS Garden Storytime

Join us for an all-ages storytime in the fenced-in Fells Branch Garden at 308 Weston Road! We'll have fun and build early literacy skills by reading stories, singing songs, and saying rhymes together! Please bring a blanket for softer seating. In case of inclement weath......More

Join us for an all-ages storytime in the fenced-in Fells Branch Garden at 308 Weston Road! We'll have fun and build early literacy skills by reading stories, singing songs, and saying rhymes together! Please bring a blanket for softer seating. In case of inclement weather, storytime will be held inside.**PARKING NOTE: Please be courteous and safe by parking on only *one* side of the road so that emergency vehicles have room to pass if necessary.**Sponsored by the Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries

Fells Branch, Fells Branch

Storytime at MAIN

Join us in the Wakelin Room for an all-ages storytime with songs and fingerplays.There will be free play time afterwards with toys and manipulablesSponsored by the Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries

Wakelin Room- Max Capacity, Main Library

Explore Your World: Nature and Science Fun

Learn about nature and science with hands-on experiments, activities, and art projects. We will explore birds, weather, winter, and more. Please notify staff of any necessary accommodations.For ages 9 – 12Registration required starting one week in advanceSponsored by th......More

Learn about nature and science with hands-on experiments, activities, and art projects. We will explore birds, weather, winter, and more. Please notify staff of any necessary accommodations.For ages 9 – 12Registration required starting one week in advanceSponsored by the Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries.

Wakelin Room- Max Capacity, Main Library

Digital Photo & Video Basics with Your Smart Device In-Person/Online

Do you have a bunch of photos on your phone that you're not sure what to do with? Learn how to take better photographs and video with your smart phone or tablet with this interactive class. Participants will learn how to take better composed pictures by using the “Rul......More

Do you have a bunch of photos on your phone that you're not sure what to do with? Learn how to take better photographs and video with your smart phone or tablet with this interactive class. Participants will learn how to take better composed pictures by using the “Rule of Thirds” of photography, as well as how to hold their device for steadier, blur-free photos while using the volume control as a shutter button. During this workshop you will learn why and how we take photos and how the type of phone we use can affect how we choose to edit and store them. Whether you plan to print, create digital slideshows, publish photo books, or post to social media, you still need to download, backup and organize your photos. Each student will leave class with a personal photo management plan.The instructor, Robert Michelson of Braintree, Massachusetts has been a professional photographer/videographer and owner of Photography by Michelson, Inc. since 1974. His photography and articles have appeared in: Natural History, Field & Stream, National Geographic, and many more including local newspapers.This workshop is generously sponsored by the Wellesley Free Library Foundation.

Jackie's Room, Main Library

Balloon Twisting Workshop

Learn how to twist balloons into different shapes! All supplies will be provided by the library. Please note that balloons will be squeaky and may also pop during this workshop! This program is for ages 10-14 and registration is required. We want to do our best to provi......More

Learn how to twist balloons into different shapes! All supplies will be provided by the library. Please note that balloons will be squeaky and may also pop during this workshop! This program is for ages 10-14 and registration is required. We want to do our best to provide your child with the best accommodations possible to make their experience at this Balloon Twisting Workshop both fun and rewarding. Any additional information you can provide to help us support your child would be very helpful.Registration required starting August 6Sponsored by the Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries

Wakelin Room- Max Capacity, Main Library

Discover Your Military Ancestors with Fold3 In-Person/Online

The Wellesley Free Library now offers access to Fold3 Library Edition by Ancestry—a powerful resource for exploring U.S. military records.Search service documents, photos, and personal stories to uncover the military history of your ancestors.Learn what Fold3 is and how......More

The Wellesley Free Library now offers access to Fold3 Library Edition by Ancestry—a powerful resource for exploring U.S. military records.Search service documents, photos, and personal stories to uncover the military history of your ancestors.Learn what Fold3 is and how to use it to begin your own research journey. Have questions about this workshop? Email Tyson at [email protected] This workshop is generously sponsored by The Wellesley Free Library Foundation.

Jackie's Room, Main Library

Sing Along with Matt Heaton

Come hear music that is entertaining for both children and adults. Performing with a wry sense of humor and a sincere sense of fun Matt Heaton is sure to please listeners of all agesSponsored by the Friend’s of the Wellesley Free Libraries

Wakelin Room- Max Capacity, Main Library

Reel Fun Fridays

Join us to watch some Spiderman . We will enjoy a screening of the film, a craft, and a snack. Registration required.Ages 5 recommended. Please note: Movies vary in age suitability.Check ratings and descriptions to ensure the movie is right for your child.Please notify......More

Join us to watch some Spiderman . We will enjoy a screening of the film, a craft, and a snack. Registration required.Ages 5 recommended. Please note: Movies vary in age suitability.Check ratings and descriptions to ensure the movie is right for your child.Please notify staff of any necessary accommodations.

Wakelin Room- Max Capacity, Main Library

Big Blue Blocks

Weekends: Drop into the Children’s Room and create with Big Blue Blocks! The Big Blue Blocks set from Imagination Playground contains a wide variety of loose parts, including bricks and cylinders, accented with chutes, channels and parts that suggest motion or connectiv......More

Weekends: Drop into the Children’s Room and create with Big Blue Blocks! The Big Blue Blocks set from Imagination Playground contains a wide variety of loose parts, including bricks and cylinders, accented with chutes, channels and parts that suggest motion or connectivityThese modular, rectilinear parts are easy to stack, line up and move around. Children enjoy an endless variety of play patterns including construction, pretend play, role-playing and inventing their own games. Most importantly, they are deeply engaged, active and have hours of fun.Sponsored by the Wellesley Free Library Foundation

Tootsie-Roll Storytime Room, Main Library

Crepe Paper Flowers

Come learn how to make realistic flowers using crepe paper! Known for its crinkled, textured surface, crepe paper is made through a process that involves stretching and chemically treating the paper fibers, which gives it its distinctive elasticity and texture.This mont......More

Come learn how to make realistic flowers using crepe paper! Known for its crinkled, textured surface, crepe paper is made through a process that involves stretching and chemically treating the paper fibers, which gives it its distinctive elasticity and texture.This month we will be making ---.This program is suitable for ages 10 to Adult. Sponsored by the Friends of the Wellesley Libraries

Main Library

Crepe Paper Flowers

Come learn how to make realistic flowers using crepe paper! Known for its crinkled, textured surface, crepe paper is made through a process that involves stretching and chemically treating the paper fibers, which gives it its distinctive elasticity and texture.This mont......More

Come learn how to make realistic flowers using crepe paper! Known for its crinkled, textured surface, crepe paper is made through a process that involves stretching and chemically treating the paper fibers, which gives it its distinctive elasticity and texture.This month we will be making ---.This program is suitable for ages 10 to Adult. Sponsored by the Friends of the Wellesley Libraries

Wakelin Room- Max Capacity, Main Library