Wallingford
Connecticut
Wallingford Public Library Teen Events - November 2023
Schools and Libraries
October 25, 2023
From: Wallingford Public LibraryJoin the Wallingford Public Library and SCOW in a celebration of Día de los Muertos! Learn about the traditions of this holiday and view our community-made altar. Dancers and musicians will put on traditional performances and you'll have the opportunity to participate in themed crafts and hands-on activities. Los Mariachis truck will be here so you can grab a snack, and we will show Coco throughout the day.
The Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a yearly Mexican tradition, usually celebrated between October 31st and November 3rd, to remember loved ones who have passed away. On this day, those who are living bring an “offering” of a favorite food or drink of the deceased loved one, because it is believed that the loved ones will return during that time to visit their living loved ones, and can then enjoy the offerings left for them on an altar. These offerings, as well as other cultural symbols, such as flowers, candles, incense, and traditional breads are usually placed on an altar, built by the family or loved one at their home, specifically for this celebration.
Coding for Beginners
Saturdays, Nov 4th & 11th
10-11:30am
Teen computers
Grades 6-8
Registration required
Learn the basics of computer programming and critical thinking through Python. Choate Robotics students will take you from the basics of coding up to the skills you need to make your own simple game!
This is a two-part program. Sessions will be held on November 4th & 11th.
Pumpkin Loom
Tuesday, Nov 7th | 2:30-4pm
Collaboratory | Grades 6-12
Registration required
Learn the basics of weaving on a pumpkin-shaped loom! The loom and other pieces will be made of wood cut on the Collaboratory's laser cutter.
Lord of the Rings
Magic: The Gathering Draft
Tuesday, Nov 7th
4-7pm | Wonder Room
Grades 4-8
Registration required
Come play with The Lord of the Rings Magic set! We will be building our own decks using Lord of the Rings characters and then battling it out for the fate of Middle Earth! All cards are provided free by the library.
LEGO Challenge Club with Choate Robotics
Wednesday, Nov 8th
4-5:30pm | Collins Room
Grades 5-8
Registration required
Join Choate Robotics to learn more about First Lego League Challenge – an exciting Lego-based robotics competition. Using Lego Spike Prime robots and scratch-based coding software, students will learn how to create autonomous code routines as well as build robot mechanisms to complete tasks.
GirlTech STEM Mentoring: Introduction Session
Wednesday, Nov 8th
6:30-7:30pm
Collins Room | Grades 5-8
Registration required
Discover the world of STEM through the Choate Rosemary Hall GirlTech Club's one-on-one mentorship program! Our members are excited to guide and inspire young minds in the world of Computer Science, Math, Physics, and beyond.
Join us for this introduction session to begin exploring personalized learning to embark on a journey of the limitless possibilities of STEM.
Wire Wrapped Pendants
Thursday, Nov 16th | 6-8pm
Community Room
Grades 6-12
Registration required
Deb Jaffe will teach participants the basics of wire wrapping, while also teaching participants jewelry making terms and tools. No jewelry making experience required.
Puff Vinyl Tote Bag
Wednesday, Nov 29th
3:15-4:30pm
Collaboratory
Grades 6-12
Registration required
Customize your own tote bag using a special kind of heat transfer vinyl! This vinyl will puff up and create a dimensional look once it’s ironed on. We’ll use the Collaboratory’s Cricut Maker 3 to cut out the designs.
Sheehan Parents & Guardians: Attuned Approach Parenting Seminars
Interested in learning strategies to help you with effective parenting? All Sheehan parents/guardians are welcome to attend an informative series of seminars (both online and in person) with Frank Picone from the Center for Great Expectations. You will gain strategies regarding managing emotions, resetting, coping mechanisms, self care and more tips for your parenting toolbox!