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Craft Closet Open House

We're opening our Craft Closet for you! Drop into the Craft Room to get creative during an unstructured (and unsupervised) craft time. Draw a picture or build a dump truck. Make a paper bag puppet or a collage. Help us use up our odds and ends as you create something am......More

We're opening our Craft Closet for you! Drop into the Craft Room to get creative during an unstructured (and unsupervised) craft time. Draw a picture or build a dump truck. Make a paper bag puppet or a collage. Help us use up our odds and ends as you create something amazing and unique from your own imagination! Drop-in, no registration required.Sponsored by the Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries

Craft Room, Main Library

Spanish Fun Program

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Wakelin Room- Max Capacity, Main Library

Trivia Night hosted at Lockheart Restaurant

Get your thinkin' caps on, because The Wellesley Free Library is partnering up with Lockheart Restaurant in Wellesley for Trivia Night! Trivia Night will be held at 7:00pm at Lockheart. Each question was sourced from staff members of the Library, so best of luck! There ......More

Get your thinkin' caps on, because The Wellesley Free Library is partnering up with Lockheart Restaurant in Wellesley for Trivia Night! Trivia Night will be held at 7:00pm at Lockheart. Each question was sourced from staff members of the Library, so best of luck! There will be 5 rounds of trivia, each with 5 questions. The first and second place winners will win prizes. Come by yourself or with a group!To attend trivia night, simply make a reservation with Lockheart restaurant for trivia night. When making an online reservation, please place "Trivia Night" in the special requests section. The link for the restaurant is down below! https://lockheartwellesley.com/The address for Lockheart is 102 Central St, Wellesley, MA 02482. There is a parking lot in the back.

Science Fiction Book Group

Join us for a discussion of our latest SF book selection with volunteer Stephen Maire. The current schedule is;July 22 S.B. Divya, Meru August 19 Octavia Butler, DawnSeptember 23 Mary Kowal, The Calculating Stars

#102- Green Room, Main Library

VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group -- Mastermind ("Your Age Is Your Edge")

The Library 50 Job Seekers Networking Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a n......More

The Library 50 Job Seekers Networking Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career," this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition. Each meeting features a new topic. Meetings include a presentation and interactive workshop on topics relevant to career transition, guest speakers, access to hiring managers, small group breakout rooms to network, and 1-on-1 coaching guidance. Participating on a regular basis will give job seekers the many tools and strategies needed for a successful job search.Each biweekly meeting is facilitated by Deborah Hope, MBA, PCIC, an experienced executive career coach. Deborah is a former Fortune 500 executive, investment banker and entrepreneur. She transitioned to executive coaching over 12 years ago. Deborah has coached with Harvard Business School Executive Education programs and the Massachusetts Conference for Women. She has been trained or certified in a variety of coaching models and assessment tools. Deborah has facilitated 50 job seekers networking groups since 2016. This week's topic (August 20) is Mastermind. Register directly on Zoom HERE. This group is sponsored by approximately 50 Massachusetts public libraries.RECORDING NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program.

Streaming Music: A How To In-Person/Online

Try online sources to find new music. We will look at Spotify, a digital music service with access to millions of songs and Pandora, free personalized radio, as well as streaming services.This workshop is generously sponsored by the Wellesley Free Library Foundation.

Jackie's Room, Main Library

Summer LEGO Club

Join us for Summer LEGO Club. This is a drop in program, giving kids an opportunity to explore their creativity with LEGOs. Finished creations will be displayed in the Children's Room.Lego Club is geared towards ages 4 & up. Younger children are welcome ONLY when accomp......More

Join us for Summer LEGO Club. This is a drop in program, giving kids an opportunity to explore their creativity with LEGOs. Finished creations will be displayed in the Children's Room.Lego Club is geared towards ages 4 & up. Younger children are welcome ONLY when accompanied by an adult.Questions? Email [email protected] or call 781-235-1610 x 4Sponsored by the Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries

Wakelin Room- Max Capacity, Main Library

Anime Afternoons

Join us once a month to watch anime, hang out and have snacks. Grades 5 and up welcome.Please be aware of possible content unsuitable for some audiences.

High School Room, Main Library

Virtual - Returning to Romance Through Food and Flirty Fun in Fiction with Casey McQuiston

REGISTER TO ATTEND ONLINEBring an appetite for sizzling drama as we discuss New York Times bestselling author Casey McQuiston's latest romantic comedy, The Pairing. When two bisexual exes accidentally book the same European food and wine tour, they challenge each other ......More

REGISTER TO ATTEND ONLINEBring an appetite for sizzling drama as we discuss New York Times bestselling author Casey McQuiston's latest romantic comedy, The Pairing. When two bisexual exes accidentally book the same European food and wine tour, they challenge each other to a hookup competition to prove they're over each other—except they're definitely not.Theo and Kit have been a lot of things: childhood best friends, crushes, in love, and now estranged exes. After a brutal breakup on the transatlantic flight to their dream European food and wine tour, they exited each other's lives once and for all.Time apart has done them good. Theo has found confidence as a hustling bartender by night and aspiring sommelier by day, with a long roster of casual lovers. Kit, who never returned to America, graduated as the reigning sex god of his pastry school class and now bakes at one of the finest restaurants in Paris. Sure, nothing really compares to what they had, and life stretches out long and lonely ahead of them, but—yeah. It's in the past.All that remains is the unused voucher for the European tour that never happened, good for 48 months after its original date and about to expire. Four years later, it seems like a great idea to finally take the trip. Solo. Separately.It's not until they board the tour bus that they discover they've both accidentally had the exact same idea, and now they're trapped with each other for three weeks of stunning views, luscious flavors, and the most romantic cities of France, Spain, and Italy. It's fine. There's nothing left between them. So much nothing that, when Theo suggests a friendly wager to see who can sleep with their hot Italian tour guide first, Kit is totally game. And why stop there? Why not a full-on European hookup competition?But sometimes a taste of everything only makes you crave what you can't have.Register now to join our discussion about Casey McQuiston’s spiciest book yet!About the Author: Casey McQuiston is a #1 New York Times bestselling author of romantic comedies, including One Last Stop, Red, White & Royal Blue, I Kissed Shara Wheeler, and The Pairing. Red, White & Royal Blue was adapted into a movie in 2023 and released on Amazon Prime. Casey was recently named on the 2022 Time100 Next List. Their writing has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, and Bon Appetit. Born and raised in southern Louisiana, Casey now lives in New York City with a poodle mix named Pepper.Unable to attend live? Watch the recording anytime.Sponsored by The Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries.

Open Lab by Appointment in Jackie's Room!

If you need any technology assistance, you can now schedule an appointment and meet with a librarian or volunteer in Jackie's Room. Each appointment is 30-minutes long which will immediately begin at the scheduled time - please be prompt. Spots are limited! Please sign ......More

If you need any technology assistance, you can now schedule an appointment and meet with a librarian or volunteer in Jackie's Room. Each appointment is 30-minutes long which will immediately begin at the scheduled time - please be prompt. Spots are limited! Please sign up for an appointment here. For more information, please contact Haley from Info Services at [email protected]

Jackie's Room, Main Library

Tumbling Toddlers: ages 1 - 2

Come tumble, jump, and spin at our indoor open gym. Join us for an hour of Tumbling Toddlers. The first half hour is reserved for toddlers ages 1 - 2..Adults need to stay and assist. Registration required for children only.Sponsored by The Friends of the Wellesley Free ......More

Come tumble, jump, and spin at our indoor open gym. Join us for an hour of Tumbling Toddlers. The first half hour is reserved for toddlers ages 1 - 2..Adults need to stay and assist. Registration required for children only.Sponsored by The Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries *Special Notes: Grown ups will need to be available to spot their child if needed. The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Wakelin Room- Max Capacity, Main Library

Tumbling Toddlers: ages 3-4

Come tumble, jump, and spin at our indoor open gym. Join us for an hour of Tumbling Toddlers. The second half hour is reserved for children ages 3 & 4.Adults need to stay and assist. Registration required for children only.Sponsored by The Friends of the Wellesley Free ......More

Come tumble, jump, and spin at our indoor open gym. Join us for an hour of Tumbling Toddlers. The second half hour is reserved for children ages 3 & 4.Adults need to stay and assist. Registration required for children only.Sponsored by The Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries*Special Notes: Grown ups will need to be available to spot their child if needed. The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Wakelin Room- Max Capacity, Main Library

Teen Advisory Group

Teen Advisory Groups (TAGs) empower teens (you!) to have a voice in shaping library programs, services, and collections that are relevant to your interests. Additionally, TAGs can create a space for you to connect with others who share similar interests. We hope you'll ......More

Teen Advisory Groups (TAGs) empower teens (you!) to have a voice in shaping library programs, services, and collections that are relevant to your interests. Additionally, TAGs can create a space for you to connect with others who share similar interests. We hope you'll join us for our meeting! The purpose of this meeting is to meet, greet, and discuss a gathering time/day of week going forward. No reservations required... pizza included! If you have any questions, feel free to contact your teen librarians at [email protected]. Sponsored by the Friends of the Wellesley Free Library! Registration is required. There are 15 seats available.

High School Room, Main Library

Back to School PreSchool/Kindergarten Author Event

Meet Local Author Carrie Finison, who will read her book Hurry, Little Tortoise,Time for School. Stay to do a related craft, get a snack*, and go home with a free Back to School Kit. For kids entering preschool and kindergarten this fall. Registration Required Starting ......More

Meet Local Author Carrie Finison, who will read her book Hurry, Little Tortoise,Time for School. Stay to do a related craft, get a snack*, and go home with a free Back to School Kit. For kids entering preschool and kindergarten this fall. Registration Required Starting August 15Questions? Email [email protected] by the Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries*Please note that food will be served and is not guaranteed to be allergy safe. Please contact the Children's Department if you need accommodation.

Wakelin Room- Max Capacity, 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 mon......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 Cone FlowersThis program is suitable for ages 10 to Adult. Sponsored by the Friends of the Wellesley Libraries

Wakelin 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 mon......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 Cone Flowers.This program is suitable for ages 10 to Adult. Sponsored by the Friends of the Wellesley Libraries

Main Library

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Sing & Swing with Deb Hudgins

Join Deb Hudgins for a musical "Sing and Swing" storytime.Preschool kids and their grownup will enjoy singing dancing and movement along with stories! Adult participation required.This is a ticketed event.—tickets will be given out on the day of the event - first come, ......More

Join Deb Hudgins for a musical "Sing and Swing" storytime.Preschool kids and their grownup will enjoy singing dancing and movement along with stories! Adult participation required.This is a ticketed event.—tickets will be given out on the day of the event - first come, first served.Questions? Call 781-235-1610 or email: [email protected]

Wakelin Room- Max Capacity, Main Library

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

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