The following information was provided by the Watertown Library:
This month, the Watertown Free Public Library launched a new online classes library. In response to the new reality of the COVID-19 pandemic, Library staff have recorded many of the Library’s most popular virtual classes and guest programs so patrons can learn from home, anytime. Topics include: library streaming services, online privacy basics, smarter online shopping, “cutting the cord,” cloud storage, and more. Head to watertownlib.org/onlineclasses to see what’s available.
In addition to recorded classes, “live” Library programs continue on Facebook and Zoom. This week, join Liz for a wax sculpture workshop, make thick and gooey chocolate chip cookies with your kids, or learn paper repair with Yi Bin!
A full list of virtual programs for this week is included below.
FOR CHILDREN
Children’s Summer Reading
June 16 – September 9 | WFPL is here to help keep your student on track with our annual Summer Reading Program.
Story Time (via Facebook Live)
Monday at 10 AM | Tuesday at 10:30 AM | Thursday at 11 AM
Monday Moments (via Facebook Live)
Mondays | 11 AM | Join us for a moment! We’ll share quick crafts and activities.
Children’s Baking with Emily: Next Level (via Zoom)
Wednesday, July 22 | 12 PM | This week we’re making Thick and Gooey Chocolate Chip cookies. Together we’ll mix the dough, and you’ll bake them on your own!
FOR TWEENS
First Chapter Fridays for Grades 5-7 (via Facebook Live)
Fridays | 12 PM | Discover books that are instantly available in the eLibrary.
FOR TEENS
Take and Make: Craft Kits for Teens
June 29 – August 7 | Need some inspiration? We’ve put together “take and make” bags to kick-start your creativity. For students entering grades 6-12.
Teen Summer Reading Challenge
June 15 – August 21 | Log books and earn chances to win an Amazon gift card!
FOR ADULTS
Summer Reading for Grown-Ups: Book Bingo
Let WFPL inspire your summer with librarian-curated reading recommendations and social distancing activities. Don’t forget to share your reading list with us!
My Antonia Read and Watch Along (Zoom Discussion)
Tuesdays, 6/30 – 7/28 | 2 PM | First, we’ll watch a documentary on Willa Cather’s life, then, we’ll read My Antonia in chunks and discuss weekly.
Community Yoga (via Zoom)
Wednesdays | 9:15 AM | Follow the link to join the class on Wednesday mornings.
HATCH MAKERSPACE
Fiber Arts Online (via Zoom)
Mondays in July | 3 PM | This is an open session to share your works-in-progress and ask questions. Get help or get started!
Intro to Inkscape with Yi Bin (via Zoom)
Tuesday, 7/21 | 7 PM | Learn to use Inkscape to create vector images. Use your skills to create files on the Hatch laser cutter.
Wax Sculpture with Liz (Zoom Demo)
Wednesday, 7/22 | 6 PM | This demonstration will look at different types of wax, tools for modeling, and surface textures.
Paper Repair (Zoom Demo)
Friday, 7/24 | 4 PM | Learn to repair damaged pages in your precious book! We’ll use wheat paste and thin tissue paper to fix tears, fill losses, and mend signatures.