Interested in getting into video games but don’t know where to start? Want to play before you buy? Test out different games and consoles in the library’s collection! Recommended for ages 9+, adult supervision required. Some games may not be suitable for all audiences. Sponsored by the Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries
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Join a Children's Librarian for stories and songs! For walkers up through age 2. No registration. The Watertown Free Public Library does not discriminate and does not share your information with anyone. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to enable you to participate in our events. Contact the librar…
Join us on Monday mornings in Hunneman Hall for a baby lapsit program. Come prepared to sit on the floor with your baby in your lap and sing and play together! The second half of the program will be an open socialization and play time. This program is for babies who aren't walking yet. No ticket or registration require…
Drop in anytime in the hour for self directed activities and games. For kids ages 0-5 and their caregivers. No registration required, drop-ins welcome.
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 Libraries
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. Sponsored by the Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries 
Curious about podcasts but not sure where to start? This beginner-friendly session for iPod, iPhone, and iPad users will walk you through the Apple Podcasts app and show you how to make the most of this free and powerful tool. You’ll learn how to: • Search for and subscribe to your favorite shows • Stream or download e…
When we think of the American Revolution, we picture 13 colonies squaring off against the British Crown in a spirited bid for independence. But this version of the story is only half the truth—and perhaps not even the most interesting half. In this riveting program, historian and author Richard Bell invites us to redis…
Read to Birdy the Therapy Dog! Therapy Dog Birdy visits the Library on Monday afternoons! Drop in and meet this sweet and furry friend from 3:00 - 3:30. If you have a little one who is scared of dogs, Birdy is the perfect Therapy Dog to help them. Birdy will visit with kids around the Children's Section of the library…
Join us for our new Environmental Science book club! On the fourth Tuesday of each month get ready to explore environmentally-related literature ranging from classic to contemporary titles. Offered in collaboration with the Wellesley Conservation Land Trust. This month's book is Raising Hare by Chloe Dalton . Copies of…
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 book are available for checkout at the second floor Information Desk. Registration is required to attend. Questions about t…
