🎃 Create a rustic, pumpkin-inspired grapevine wreath to welcome the fall season in style! 🎃 This unique craft will add a festive touch to your door or wall and is perfect for autumn decorating. Open to ages 16 and up. Registration is required and opens on September 11th.
Join us at the library as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a festive craft! Participants will transform a plain plastic skull into a vibrant sugar skull using paint. This craft is inspired by the colorful traditions of Día de los Muertos. This program is open to ages 16+, and registration is required. Please call […]
Drop by and make an Origami Giant Eye (or two)!Best for ages 7+
Get ready for for a ghostly good time! We’ll be decorating clay ghosts with fall-themed napkins using the art of decoupage. Whether you’re looking for a spooky seasonal decoration or just a fun fall craft, this hands-on program is sure to be a treat. Open to ages 16+. Registration required; Sign-ups open September 24th.
Give your kid's costume a test run at our annual Halloween Party! Snacks, crafts, games and more! Drop by any time between 1-3pm to participate. (all ages welcome, but best suited to ages 3-8)
Join the library for a monthly book club! We will primarily be reading mysteries and thrillers but other genres may be included from time to time. Our pick for October 28 is Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia. Copies are available at the check-out desk for pickup during the month of October. No registration is required. […]
Registration Required. Sign-ups start October 1st. Ages 12 and up (each team must include at least one adult) Teams of 2 will race to finish a 300-piece puzzle in 45 minutes. Then, teams of 4 will tackle a 500-piece puzzle in 90 minutes. Prizes will go to each member of the winning teams. Prizes provided […]
Kids will use our collection of polymer clay to create a keychain or zipper pull. Supplies are limited, first come first served. The clay must be baked to set. Do it at home or pick up later and we'll bake it for you. Ages 8+
A National Grid advocate will be on-site to help you explore options and determine your eligibility for assistance including the following: Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) Energy Affordability Program (EAP) Payment Plans Budget Plan Special Protections If you receive HEAP, Lifeline Telephone Service Program, SNAP, Veterans Disability or Survivors Pension, SSI, Federal Public Housing Assistance, TANF, […]
Discover your creative side in another hands-on painting workshop led by Nicky. In this session, participants will learn step-by-step techniques to create a vibrant birch tree painting using acrylics; perfect for beginners and seasoned painters alike. Painting can get messy so please dress accordingly and avoid flowing sleeves. Open to ages 18 and up. Registration […]
Join the library for a fun social deduction game for adults! Blood on the Clocktower is a game of murder and mystery, lies and logic, deduction and deception for five-to-twenty courageous players and one devious storyteller. A social game played in person, seated in a circle, each player receives either a ‘good’ or ‘evil’ token […]
Create a handcrafted detail for your holiday gatherings. In this Crafternoon, participants will use clothespins to craft a unique trivet design—both beautiful and practical. These handmade pieces are perfect for serving hot dishes at your Thanksgiving table or adding warmth and style to your home year-round. All materials are provided, and no prior crafting experience […]
Join the library for a monthly book club! We will primarily be reading mysteries and thrillers but other genres may be included from time to time. Our pick for November 25th is A Talent for Murder by Peter Swanson. Copies are available at the check-out desk for pickup during the month of November. No registration […]
The Waterford Library will be closed November 27th-28th, 2025, in observance of Thanksgiving.
Join us for a festive holiday gathering sponsored by the Friends of the Waterford Public Library!Kids can decorate their own gingerbread (graham cracker) houses and make a fun holiday craft, while adults create beautiful ornaments to take home. Light refreshments will be provided for everyone to enjoy. When our celebration wraps up, don’t forget that […]