WFL Children's News
May 16th, 2023
Library Closed
Saturday, May 27th - Monday, May 30th
Programs in May

COUNTDOWN!!
2 Days until...
Newbery Winner Author Event
Lauren Wolk !!
Thursday, May 18, 2023
4:30pm
March in the parade with WFL!
Celebrate Wellesley's Wonderful Weekend by marching alongside other library fans on Sunday, May 21 at 1pm in the annual Wellesley Veterans' Parade. 
 
This fun family activity is a unique way to support the library: wave to your friends and neighbors, distribute sweets to the crowd, and enjoy participating in a long-time community tradition. The parade route begins at the intersection of Routes 16 & 9 and ends in Wellesley Square. Please email crothman@wellesleyma.gov for exact meeting location.
Join us each month for 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. No registration required.

Questions? Email: hwright@wellesleyma.gov or call 781-235-1610 x4
Have fun and support your child's growth and learning through songs, movement, and a story. For children ages 0-5 with an adult. Register HERE. Meets at the Fells branch library at 308 Weston Rd.

Questions? email eweiler@wellesleyma.gov or call 781-235-1610 x4

Sponsored by the Family Access Community Connections
Stop by for some messy, creative, outdoor fun on the Children’s Patio at the Main Branch (around the corner from the parking lot, next to Simon’s Park). Recommended for ages 1-4 with adult supervision. Wear clothes and shoes that can get messy! In case of inclement weather, this program will be canceled - please check the calendar. No registration required.

Questions? Email: mdamiano@wellesleyma.gov or call 781-235-1610 x4
Sign up for an Illustrator's Workshop for kids in grades K-3 one Saturday each month. Join Librarian Michele in the Craft Room. This month we will explore a variety of picture books with DRAGONFLIES in them, examine the different illustrations, and then create some illustrations of our own. Registration required starting one week in advance.

Questions? Email: eweiler@wellesleyma.gov or call 781-235-1610 x4
Sign up for an Artist's Workshop for kids in grades 3-6 one Saturday each month. Join Librarian Michele in the Craft Room. Each month we will learn about a different artist then create an art project in their style. This month we are learning about Georges Seurat. Registration required starting one week in advance. 

Questions? Email: eweiler@wellesleyma.gov or call 781-235-1610 x4
Need help getting ready for the Eras Tour? Unable to get a ticket and need to sing your feelings out with others? Join us for a Taylor Swift Dance party with music for all your favorite Eras!
Dressing up encouraged. Snacks provided. Please be advised - this is not an allergy free event. No registration required.
Questions? Email: mdamiano@wellesleyma.gov or call 781-235-1610 x4
Join us once a month for Anime Afternoons. We will watch anime, hang out, and try new snacks. For kids in 5th-8th grade. Please be aware of possible content unsuitable for some audiences. Drop in, no registration required.

Questions? Email: mdamiano@wellesleyma.gov or call 781-235-1610 x4
Join Deb Hudgins in-person for a musical "Sing and Swing" storytime. Preschool kids and their grownup will enjoy singing, dancing and movement along with stories! Drop-in, registration not required. Masks encouraged.

Questions? Email: eweiler@wellesleyma.gov or call 781-235-1610 x4
Book Clubs in May
Books will be available for checkout at the Wellesley Free Library Main Branch - Ask at the Children's Desk!
Join Miss Heidi LIVE and IN PERSON for 2nd and 3rd Grade Book Club! Have fun talking about this month's book, Fabio the World's Greatest Flamingo Detective: Case of the Missing Hippo by Laura James and then do a craft together! Registration required; masks encouraged but optional.

Questions? Email: hwright@wellesleyma.gov
Join us on Zoom each month for Graphic Novel Book Club! We will read and talk about a new graphic novel each month. This month's book is Arcade World: Dino Trouble by Nate Bitt. Registration is required to get Zoom link.

Questions? email mdamiano@wellesleyma.gov
Newbery Silver Medalist, Lauren Wolk will visit with us in person for a chat, activity, and Q & A Session in the Wakelin Room. Read Wolk's new book My Own Lightning and join us for this very exciting opportunity. Registration required.