Wellesley Free Library

Join us in-person most 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 cuddl...

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 manipulables Sponsored by the Friends of the Wellesley Free Libr...

Embark on a fun journey with our beginners’ class. This presentation unveils the magic of chatbots, a groundbreaking AI tool. Through examples, you’ll discover how to use a popular chatbot for persona...

In this powerful illustrated talk, local historian Joel Mackall uncovers the hidden histories of enslaved Africans who lived and labored on Boston-area estates. Focusing on sites like the Royall House...

Join us in-person every WEDNESDAY morning at the FELLS branch for a cozy storytime filled with lap bounces, rhymes, songs, and simple stories. Best for babies, toddlers, or any children who love to cu...

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 manipulables Sponsored by the Friends of the Wellesley Free Libr...

Learn about nature and science with hands-on experiments, activities, and art projects. We will explore birds, weather, winter, and more. Registration required. Best for ages 8-12.

Join us for a weekly game night in The Commons! We will rotate a collection of board games each week. Come by yourself or bring a team. No registration required.

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 ...

Continue building your iPad skills in Part 2 of this beginner-friendly series. We’ll explore more features, answer questions from Part 1, and dive deeper into using apps, organizing your device, and g...

REGISTER TO ATTEND ONLINE Feminist philosopher Dr. Lindsey Stewart’s book, The Conjuring of America: Mojos, Mermaids, Medicine, and 400 Years of Black Women’s Magic, tells the stories of Negro Mammies...

Need social work support? Come meet with Joyce Saret, Town of Wellesley social worker! She will be open for drop-in meetings in conference room 211 from 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM

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 y...

Join us each month as we explore banned and challenged books, discuss why they were targeted, and celebrate the freedom to read. Come for the controversy, stay for the conversation! February’s book is...

March 3, 2026 is our Annual Town Election. Join us to meet the candidates. The League of Women Voters of Wellesley's (LWVW) Meet the Candidates Night enables voters to learn about candidates for town-...

Explore the genealogy resources available through the Wellesley Free Library—including Ancestry.com and more. In this hands-on session, we’ll walk through the genealogy research process and highlight ...

Welcome to our yearlong series in which “America’s Preeminent Presidential Doodler”, Heather Rogers, shares facts, factoids, and fun illustrations about the presidents of these United States. This mon...

Join us for a circle time with story and songs as well as activities supporting the development of a variety of skills. Registration required here: https://forms.office.com/r/xB9ZnkALjc Sponsored by F...

Start your Friday with a little fun! Celebrate Galentine’s Day by watching Barbie (2023) and making origami heart crafts. Light refreshments and snacks will be provided. All are welcome—bring a friend...

In this course, your builder will begin their exploration into the world of robotics by building simple, animal-inspired machines that are controlled by icon-based program codes. We will teach your li...

We will enjoy a screening of a film, an activity, and a snack. Ages 5+ recommended. Please notify staff of any necessary accommodations. Registration required starting one week in advance. Sponsored b...

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, acc...

A bilingual storytime with songs and crafts focused on the Taiwanese culture. This program will meet one Saturday a month at the HILLS branch library, 210 Washington St from 10:30 - 11:30. All familie...

Join Wellesley High School students for an introduction to coding! Through interactive block-coding in Scratch, students will explore the core concepts of programming. With explanations and demonstrat...

The Shared Shelf is welcoming children ages 5-8 for a monthly read-aloud session and themed craft activity at the Wellesley Free Library! We’re a nonprofit initiative led by local high school students...

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, acc...

The Wellesley Symphony String Quartet will present a fun, informal, family-friendly program of pop and classical selections. We'll talk about the instruments, the music, and how we play together. Come...

Tired of study sessions that go nowhere? Or wish you could help but don't know the material? Google's free NotebookLM transforms your study materials into flashcards, quizzes, and podcasts in minutes—...

Explore the world of online music! In this session we’ll dive into platforms like Spotify and other digital services offering access to millions of songs. Learn how to set up free personalized radio s...

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 ...

Learn about the owls of New England and beyond. Mark and Marcia from Eyes on Owls will share the field marks, signs and naturalist's skills that you can use to find wild owls without disturbing them. ...

Join Miss Erin for 2nd - 3rd Grade Book Club. We'll talk about this month's book, then do a fun craft or activity together! Registration required. This month we will read: Lucy Lancaster Has a Secret ...

Learn about the owls of New England and beyond. Mark and Marcia from Eyes on Owls will share the field marks, signs and naturalist's skills that you can use to find wild owls without disturbing them. ...

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 ...

Love intergalactic adventures, alternate realities, or dystopian futures? Join us for a discussion of this month’s science fiction selection with volunteer facilitator Stephen Maire. Copies of the boo...

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. ...

Join us each month for LEGO Club. This is a drop in program, held each month, giving kids an opportunity to explore their creativity with LEGOs. Finished creations will be displayed in the Children's ...

Learn how to take control of your inbox with the Zero Inbox philosophy and simple, sustainable organization tools. This class covers creating filters and automated sorting, using attachment best pract...

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 ...

Join A to Z Preschool for a hands-on science activity featuring Oobleck, a fun and fascinating non-Newtonian fluid made from simple household materials. During this program, participants will mix corn...

Join Connecting Canvases for an art lesson each month. For ages 5 - 9 Registration required starting February 12. Connecting Canvases is a student run non-profit, dedicated to making a positive impact...

Join A to Z Preschool for a hands-on science activity featuring Oobleck, a fun and fascinating non-Newtonian fluid made from simple household materials. During this program, participants will mix corn...

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 req...

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 req...

Join us in person for grades K-1 book group! Perfect for first time book group goers and beginner readers. All reading levels welcome. Once a month from 5-5:45 p.m. in the Craft Room. Snacks and activ...

Join the Wellesley Writers’ Circle! Spend four months immersed in creativity, community, and craft. This group is for fiction and creative nonfiction writers of all experience levels who are ready to ...

Join us to discuss: The Women by Kristin Hannah. Copies of the book will be available for checkout at the Information Services Desk. Registration required. Questions? Email Deb at dberenbaum@minlib.ne...

Join us each month for Imagination Playtime! This is an open-ended, unstructured playtime where the kids get to decide the play. Each month we will bring out our oversized magnetic panels that can be ...

Calling all kids and their grownups! 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...

Learn the basics of Google Docs, a free, cloud-based word processor that makes writing, editing, and sharing documents simple and efficient. Discover how to create and format documents, use templates,...

Unlock your creativity with Canva, a powerful online design platform that makes graphic design simple and fun. In this beginner-friendly course, you’ll learn how to: Navigate Canva’s dashboards and te...

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 f...

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 f...

Discover the exciting world of STEM with STEM for Society! In this hands-on workshop, kids will explore robotics, coding, and engineering through fun, interactive activities like building circuits and...

In partnership with the Wellesley Historical Society. Join award-winning author Natalie Dykstra for a talk on Chasing Beauty, her vivid portrait of Isabella Stewart Gardner—visionary art collector and...

Take a break from homework to exercise your creative muscles with our monthly Teen Craft and Go! This month’s project is collage bookmarks! Kits are available starting February 23 in the High School R...

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...

Join Ms. Erica to create colorful themed collages each month. Using old magazines and books, stickers, and washi tape, let your creative juices flow! We will talk about colors, shapes, and symbols. Us...

Participants in the Knitting with Friends Program will learn the basics of knitting and make a simple hat. The library will provide knitting needles and yarn. No previous experience is necessary. This...

Join Ms. Eva over Zoom for some rip-roaring reading fun - the 4th-8th Grade Book Club! 4th-8th graders in the area will gather to discuss favorite characters, fascinating themes, and just chat togethe...

Ready to take your chatbot skills to the next level? This presentation explores creative and practical ways to use AI tools in daily life. Note: For those who have taken “AI for Beginners” or are comf...

REGISTER TO ATTEND ONLINE Tom D. Crouch, a Smithsonian veteran of almost 45 years, paints a robust picture of a unique American establishment and its lasting legacies in his book Smithson’s Gamble. Fo...

Join us once a month for Pokemon Club! Bring your collection to play and trade with others! Or bring some trades to trade with our in-house collection. Ages 6-12 welcome. Registration preferred. Spons...

Using iPads and pro-level tools, students learn illustration techniques, character design, and storytelling—all while having fun and building confidence! For kids ages 8 – 12. Registration required st...

In this 1.5-hour hands-on workshop, participants will learn how to capture better portraits of both people and pets using a variety of lighting techniques. We’ll explore on-camera flash, flash with a ...

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 ...

Come join Ms. Eva and Ms. Erin for some self-directed monthly STEAM fun! Develop fine and gross motor skills. Explore and experiment using age-appropriate Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Ma...

Join us for Kids Yoga! Carol Kagan of Pint Size Yoga will guide kids in stretching and breathing through some age-appropriate poses along with dancing and games, incorporating yoga in each activity. Y...

Calling young adventurers! Inspired by the graphic novel series, DnDoggos, come try this beginner introductory DnD single adventure where a group of pups escort a caravan driver through an enchanted f...

In October 1775, newly emancipated poet Phillis Wheatley sent a poem to General George Washington at his Cambridge Headquarters. His reply, dated February 28, 1776, offers a rare glimpse into how poet...

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 f...

Make your very own love bug stuffie! Dive into this beginner machine sewing class to learn sewing construction basics by putting together fleece ladybugs, complete with wings and hearts. You’ll be buz...

Join us for our Poetry Book Club meeting! This Month’s book will be The Tradition by Jericho Brown. Copies are available at the second floor Information Desk. You don’t need to be a poet or scholar; j...

Love talking about books? Book lovers gather monthly to share books of their own choice. No assigned reading—just great conversation, new ideas, and plenty of recommendations. This group is open to al...

Learn the basics of Python, a popular and versatile coding language used in everything from automation to app development. In this beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll explore what makes Python unique, ...

Come create hands-on fiber arts crafts the first Sunday of every month! Each session, we’ll introduce a new material, technique, or tool. Learn to sew, weave, make pom-poms, and much more with us! All...

Come create hands-on fiber arts crafts the first Sunday of every month! Each session, we’ll introduce a new material, technique, or tool. Learn to machine sew, weave, felt, crochet, make pom-poms, and...

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

Join WFL On The Go each month at the Barton Road Housing Complex for an engaging craft activity. Each month we will bring a different activity to enjoy to the community room at 109 Barton Road. Geared...

Calling all crocheters and knitters! Teens and adults of all skill levels are invited to join Stitch Club, a relaxed and social gathering for anyone who enjoys yarn and creativity. Bring your current ...

The Adult Craft To-Go kits will be available for pick up on the first floor of the library on the first Tuesday of the month. Our kits each include instructions and the main supplies you’ll need to ma...

Learn simple apps and effective techniques to help you manage the flood of passwords that come with navigating digital life. This class will cover best practices for protecting your personal informati...

Come show off your puzzling skills! Make a team of 1-4 puzzlers and race to see who can solve a 500 piece puzzle first. The team that finishes first or completes the most before time is called wins! A...

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. ...

REGISTER TO ATTEND ONLINE Join us in conversation with bestselling author and humorist Michael Perry, whose collection of genre-spanning works encapsulates the experiences–and the magic–of rural town ...

Join us for a weekly game night in The Commons! We will rotate a collection of board games each week. Come by yourself or bring a team. No registration required.

Planning a vacation and not sure what camera gear to pack? This workshop will help you decide what to bring, how to pack it, and how to make the most of your equipment while traveling. Whether you're ...

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 ...

This class is designed to help older adults feel more comfortable and confident using technology in everyday life. We’ll cover essential apps for shopping, social media, and even explore how artificia...

REGISTER TO ATTEND ONLINE In her new cookbook Don’t Think About Dinner, Jenn Lueke offers a framework to save time, money, and energy with strategic meal planning, grocery lists, and kitchen prep. Whe...

Random Movie Night is back! Drop in and see what we’re watching. Snacks provided. Ages 13+ welcome. Sponsored by the Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries

Join us in celebrating Holi, the Festival of Colours, Love, and Spring. Create your own vibrant sand art Rangoli using paint, paper, and sand while learning about this joyful Hindu festival that welco...

In this exciting program, students will build a variety of military-inspired robots that will respond to their programmed commands. While working with a partner to solve the various challenges, your s...

Join Librarians Eva and Meghan for a storytime and STEM play exploration. Geared toward new parents, caregivers, and babies aged 0-12 months. Registration for each adult/child pair required starting o...

Join farmers from Land’s Sake Farm to learn about the local tradition of turning maple sap into maple syrup. This program includes a maple sugaring themed storytime, opportunities to touch and explore...

Sign up for an Illustrators Workshop for kids in grades K-3. Join Librarian Ms.Michele from 11:00 to 12:00 in the Craft Room. Each month we explore a variety of picture books about a particular animal...

Sign up for an Artists Workshop for kids in grades 3-6. Join Librarian Michele from 1:00-2:30 in the Craft Room. Each month we will learn about a different artist then create an art project in their s...