Wallingford Public Library

State and federal tax systems play a pivotal role in all of our lives. Join us for an important discussion of Connecticut's tax structure, its disproportionate effect on certain demographic groups, and how to ensure tax equity for everyone in our community. The conversation will be facilitated by Tonishia Signore, Policy Director at She Leads Justice and board member for the Connecticut Paid Leave Authority. After the presentation and discussion, attendees will receive resources explaining important policy initiatives for CT's 2027 Legislative Session &amp; tools to help them get involved in advocacy. 
This discussion is part of our ongoing series of open and empathetic conversations about community and opportunities for change and healing. <a href="https://www.wallingfordlibrary.org/event/making-change-community-conversation-tax-equity-86081" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Registration is required; please sign up using this link</a>.

Local Event: Making Change: A Community Conversation on Tax Equity

New Haven County

Wallingford

Connecticut

Making Change: A Community Conversation on Tax...

State and federal tax systems play a pivotal role in all of our lives. Join us for an important discussion of Connecticut's tax...

Making Change: A Community Conversation on Tax Equity

Join us to watch the 2026 sci-fi fantasy Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu (PG-13, 132 minutes)! The evil Empire has fallen, but Imperial warlords remain scattered throughout the galaxy. As the fledgling New Republic works to protect everything the Rebellion fought for, they enlist the help of legendary Mandalorian bounty hunter Din Djarin and his young apprentice Grogu.
No registration required!&nbsp;

Local Event: Monday Night Movies Presents: "The Mandalorian and Grogu"

Monday Night Movies Presents: "The Mandalorian...

Join us to watch the 2026 sci-fi fantasy Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu (PG-13, 132 minutes)! The evil Empire has fallen,...

Monday Night Movies Presents: "The Mandalorian and Grogu"

Samhain or Sauin is an Old Celtic festival and a predecessor of All Hallows Eve. It was traditionally held from October 31st to November 1st to mark the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter. It was also a time to honor deceased ancestors by leaving offerings of food and drink on the threshold of one's home. Join cultural historian Rachel Koladis for a presentation on the history behind this pagan holiday, how it was celebrated in ancient times, what the thinning of the veil means, and ways to incorporate Samhain rituals into your modern festivities.
This is a hybrid program; patrons may attend in-person at the library or virtually on Zoom. <a href="https://www.wallingfordlibrary.org/event/history-samhain-85912" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Registration is required; please sign up using this link</a>.

Local Event: The History of Samhain

The History of Samhain

Samhain or Sauin is an Old Celtic festival and a predecessor of All Hallows Eve. It was traditionally held from October 31st to...

Are you turning 65 and confused by Medicare or overwhelmed by all the insurance advertisements? Do you feel like you need to change your coverage but are overwhelmed? What do Initial, Annual, and Open Enrollment Periods each mean? Do you qualify for the Medicare Savings Program? Please join us for a relaxing evening to clear your confusion, answer all of your questions, get informed and get ready to get started. Joann Hummel, Social Service Coordinator at the Wallingford Senior Center, will present this information session. <a href="https://wallingfordlibrary.org/event/medicare-beginners-84823" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Registration is preferred but not required</a>. <a href="https://www.wallingfordlibrary.org/event/medicare-beginners-84823" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a>

Local Event: Medicare for Beginners

Medicare for Beginners

Are you turning 65 and confused by Medicare or overwhelmed by all the insurance advertisements? Do you feel like you need to...

Visit the Wallingford Public Library between 10:00 am – 2:00 pm on Oct. 22 for a DMV community event! The Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles will be on-site to offer many services, including:
• REAL ID Upgrades
• Driver’s License-Renewals/Duplicates
• Non-driver IDs: New/Renewals/Duplicates
• Accessibility Parking Permits
• Vehicle Registration: Renewals Only
• Fines, Tickets &amp; Suspensions: Resolution &amp; Payments only
• Learner’s permit: Duplicates only
• Driver history reports
The Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles reserves the right to adjust their schedule on the day of the event due to capacity and resource constraints.
All fees are applicable. This is a no-cash event. The DMV accepts all major credit and debit cards. To find out about applicable fees and documentation needed for your visit, please go to: <a href="https://www.ct.gov/dmv" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.ct.gov/dmv</a>No registration required!&nbsp;

Local Event: DMV at the Library

DMV at the Library

Visit the Wallingford Public Library between 10:00 am – 2:00 pm on Oct. 22 for a DMV community event! The Connecticut...

After a brief business meeting, join us to hear chilling tales from Motoko, an acclaimed Japanese storyteller who has captivated audiences of all ages for more than three decades. Featured at festivals and theaters throughout the United States, she brings to life a rich repertoire of Asian folktales, Rakugo and Zen tales, ghost stories, and oral memoirs inspired by her childhood in Osaka and her journey as an immigrant. Through her story set "In Ghostly Japan," you will step into the world of the ancient East, where shadows and fantasies merge in dark and mysterious tales inhabited by warriors and peasants, nuns and priests, ghosts and demons.
Can a doll do you harm? Are evil ogres real? Would a curse invoked by the dead last forever?
Dare to listen...and prepare for a fright!
Authentic Japanese treats will be served. <a href="https://www.wallingfordlibrary.org/event/146th-annual-wpla-meeting-ghostly-japan-58299" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Registration is required and will open on Sept. 20</a>.

Local Event: 146th Annual WPLA Meeting: "In Ghostly Japan"

146th Annual WPLA Meeting: "In Ghostly Japan"

After a brief business meeting, join us to hear chilling tales from Motoko, an acclaimed Japanese storyteller who has...

Bats are one of the world’s most beneficial and misunderstood animals. With over 1,300 different species around the world, Connecticut is home to nine of them, eight of which are at risk. Despite saving us billions of dollars every year through pest control and pollination, our bat population has been decimated by disease, changing climate, and light pollution across the country.
Join us as Elizabeth Schumann, Master Wildlife Conservationist with CT DEEP, discusses the ecological value of bats, their migration and hibernation patterns, and recent decline, as well as what steps we can take to help ensure the health and safety of our winged friends. Additionally, in honor of the Halloween festivities, she will share some legends and lore about bats from around the world!
This is a hybrid program; patrons may attend in-person at the library or virtually on Zoom. <a href="https://www.wallingfordlibrary.org/event/bats-connecticut-85911" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Registration is required; please sign up using this link</a>!

Local Event: Bats of Connecticut

Bats of Connecticut

Bats are one of the world’s most beneficial and misunderstood animals. With over 1,300 different species around the world,...

Join us to watch the 2026 sci-fi thriller Disclosure Day (PG-13, 145 minutes)! In this exciting Steven Spielberg feature, a cybersecurity expert goes on the run from a powerful corporation after discovering classified secrets, joining a meteorologist to reveal a force beyond human understanding.
No registration required!&nbsp;

Local Event: Monday Night Movies: "Disclosure Day"

Monday Night Movies: "Disclosure Day"

Join us to watch the 2026 sci-fi thriller Disclosure Day (PG-13, 145 minutes)! In this exciting Steven Spielberg feature, a...

Gunpowder Creek Field

Join us for a community stargazing session at Choate's Gunpowder Creek Field! Under the guidance of NASA Solar System Ambassador Geoffrey McLean, we'll view the rings of the planet Saturn, which will be at a high visibility point in its orbit that evening. We'll also seek out Saturn's moons, as well as the planets Uranus and Neptune and the "Owl Cluster," a group of gravitationally-bound stars that resembles an owl hunting for her supper. Geoffrey's real-time imaging telescope will allow us to see a number of other magnificent deep sky objects such as globular clusters, galaxies, and nebulae. Astronomy enthusiasts of all ages are welcome; please remember to wear warm clothing and comfortable shoes!
This event is a special collaboration between the Wallingford Public Library and Choate Rosemary Hall. Free campus parking is available at the Carr Hall Garage, which is located at 333 Christian St, Wallingford, CT 06492. <a href="https://map.concept3d.com/?id=83#!ce/906?ct/906,11704,907,6068,37958?s/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Click here for Choate's map of athletic venues and parking areas</a> to find parking and walking directions from Carr Hall to Gunpowder Creek Field.&nbsp;
Registration is available but not required. If you'd like to receive a reminder, <a href="https://www.wallingfordlibrary.org/event/rings-saturn-stargazing-event-choate-rosemary-hall-87528" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">please sign up using this link</a>!&nbsp;

Local Event: The Rings of Saturn: A Stargazing Event at Choate Rosemary Hall

The Rings of Saturn: A Stargazing Event at...

Join us for a community stargazing session at Choate's Gunpowder Creek Field! Under the guidance of NASA Solar System...

The Rings of Saturn: A Stargazing Event at Choate Rosemary Hall

Join us for a wellness workshop in honor of Alzheimer's Awareness Month! This program provides research-backed guidance on brain health and outlines the importance of taking action at every age to protect your brain. Research shows there are everyday habits you can build today to help protect your memory and thinking as you get older — even reducing your risk of cognitive decline and possibly dementia.
In this presentation, participants will:
<ul><li>Learn about healthy habits for their brain, like exercising and eating right.</li><li>Hear why brain health is important at all ages.</li><li>Build a personalized action plan for brain-healthy habits.</li></ul>
Jane Fisher, Volunteer Community Educator for the Alzheimer's Association of CT, will lead this interactive program.&nbsp;
This is a hybrid event; patrons have the option of attending in-person at the library or virtually on Zoom. <a href="https://www.wallingfordlibrary.org/event/building-brain-healthy-habits-84821" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Registration is required; please sign up using this link</a>!

Local Event: Building Brain-Healthy Habits

Building Brain-Healthy Habits

Join us for a wellness workshop in honor of Alzheimer's Awareness Month! This program provides research-backed guidance on...

Travel back in time to the Woodland Period of central Connecticut (3000-400 years ago), when Indigenous communities practiced a more agricultural way of life. This presentation by the Watershed History Collective will explore the material culture of the Woodland Indigenous peoples, how they used the natural resources around them, how gender roles were divided, and how they hunted and prepared food. You will also gain first-hand insights into their everyday domestic life and a hands-on experience of pelts, tools, containers, and other cultural objects.&nbsp;
This is a hybrid program; patrons have the option of attending in-person at the library or virtually on Zoom. <a href="https://www.wallingfordlibrary.org/event/one-day-life-woodland-indigenous-peoples-87263" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Registration is required - please sign up using this link</a>!&nbsp;

Local Event: One Day in the Life of the Woodland Indigenous Peoples

One Day in the Life of the Woodland Indigenous...

Travel back in time to the Woodland Period of central Connecticut (3000-400 years ago), when Indigenous communities practiced a...

One Day in the Life of the Woodland Indigenous Peoples

Join us to watch the 2026 animated comedy Toy Story 5 (PG, 102 minutes)! In the latest installment of the beloved Disney series, Buzz, Woody, Jessie and the rest of the gang come face-to-face with Lilypad, a brand-new tablet device that arrives with her own disruptive ideas about what is best for Bonnie. Will playtime ever be the same?
No registration required!&nbsp;

Local Event: Monday Night Movies: "Toy Story 5"

Monday Night Movies: "Toy Story 5"

Join us to watch the 2026 animated comedy Toy Story 5 (PG, 102 minutes)! In the latest installment of the beloved Disney...

Historically, midterm elections serve as a tough referendum on the sitting president, usually favoring the opposition party. But did this cycle follow the traditional script, or did the electorate chart an unexpected course? In this talk by political scientist and Wallingford resident Marc Lendler, we’ll unpack the key drivers behind the results. We will analyze whether Republicans sustained their 2024 momentum among Hispanic voters, measure the real impact of unprecedented mid-decade redistricting, and examine what these outcomes signal for the 2028 presidential race. Join us for a clear, data-driven breakdown of where the political landscape stands and where it’s headed next.
This is a hybrid program; patrons have the option of attending in-person at the library or virtually on Zoom. <a href="https://www.wallingfordlibrary.org/event/midterm-election-what-just-happened-and-why-marc-lendler-87266" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Registration is required - please sign up using this link</a>!&nbsp;

Local Event: The Midterm Election: What Just Happened and Why

The Midterm Election: What Just Happened and Why

Historically, midterm elections serve as a tough referendum on the sitting president, usually favoring the opposition party....

Are you recovering from a recent loss and worried about what challenges the holidays may bring? You are not alone! Join Connecticut Hospice bereavement counselor Micheal Santangelo as she discusses how to cope with grief and find meaningful ways to honor our lost loved ones during the holiday season. After the presentation, participants will have the opportunity to make their own commemorative ornaments to take home with them. &nbsp;
<a href="https://www.wallingfordlibrary.org/event/grief-through-holidays-connecticut-hospice-workshop-84815" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Registration is required; please sign up using this link</a>.&nbsp;

Local Event: Grief Through the Holidays: A Connecticut Hospice Workshop

Grief Through the Holidays: A Connecticut...

Are you recovering from a recent loss and worried about what challenges the holidays may bring? You are not alone! Join...

Grief Through the Holidays: A Connecticut Hospice Workshop

Vincent Salzo

Hartford Metropolitan Area

The Wallingford Public Library connects people with ideas, experiences, and with each other to inspire, enrich, and inform.

Meriden

Middlesex County

Rich Kirby

Durham-Middlefield

North Haven

Cheshire

North Branford

Hamden

Chris Dehnel

Middletown

Richard Kaufman

Guilford

Hartford County

Michael Lemanski

Berlin

Southington

Notre Dame High School, 1 Notre Dame Way, West Haven, CT, 06516

Fall Open House - 10:00amDiscover all that Notre Dame High School has to offer at our Fall Open House. Meet students, faculty, coaches, administrators, parents, and alumni while experiencing firsthand what makes Notre Dame exceptional. Engage in interactive activities, visit academic departments, explore extracurricular programs, learn about athletics and the arts, and connect with members of our school community. Fall Open House is the perfect opportunity to experience the energy, opportunities, and spirit of Notre Dame firsthand and discover what it means to be a Green Knight.Learn more and <a href="https://www.notredamehs.com/admissions/visit-nd/fall-2026-open-house-registration" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Register</a> here.

Local Event: Fall Open House - Notre Dame High School

West Haven

Fall Open House - Notre Dame High School

Fall Open House - 10:00amDiscover all that Notre Dame High School has to offer at our Fall Open House. Meet students, faculty,...

First Church in Middletown, UCC, Congregational

Phantom of the Opera - the original silent movie - will be shown with live organ accompaniment by Shari Lucas, who's accompanied silent movies all over Connecticut over the past two decades. &nbsp;Ice cream social at 6pm in the parish hall , Phantom begins at 7pm. Suggested donation $5-$20.&nbsp;

Local Event: Silent Movie with Live Organ accompaniment by the amazing Shari Lucas

Silent Movie with Live Organ accompaniment by...

Phantom of the Opera - the original silent movie - will be shown with live organ accompaniment by Shari Lucas, who's...

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Making Change: A Community Conversation on Tax Equity

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Wallingford Public Library, 200 N Main St, Wallingford, CT

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6:00 PM

Wallingford Public Library, 200 N Main St, Wallingford, CT

The History of Samhain

OCT

20

7:00 PM

Wallingford Public Library, 200 N Main St, Wallingford, CT

Medicare for Beginners

OCT

21

6:30 PM

Wallingford Public Library, 200 N Main St, Wallingford, CT

DMV at the Library

OCT

22

10:00 AM

Wallingford Public Library, 200 N Main St, Wallingford, CT

146th Annual WPLA Meeting: "In Ghostly Japan"

OCT

26

7:00 PM

Wallingford Public Library, 200 N Main St, Wallingford, CT

Bats of Connecticut

OCT

27

7:00 PM

Wallingford Public Library, 200 N Main St, Wallingford, CT

Monday Night Movies: "Disclosure Day"

NOV

2

6:00 PM

Wallingford Public Library, 200 N Main St, Wallingford, CT

The Rings of Saturn: A Stargazing Event at Choate Rosemary Hall

NOV

4

7:00 PM

Wallingford, CT

Building Brain-Healthy Habits

NOV

5

6:30 PM

Wallingford Public Library, 200 N Main St, Wallingford, CT

One Day in the Life of the Woodland Indigenous Peoples

NOV

10

7:00 PM

Wallingford Public Library, 200 N Main St, Wallingford, CT

Monday Night Movies: "Toy Story 5"

NOV

16

6:00 PM

Wallingford Public Library, 200 N Main St, Wallingford, CT

The Midterm Election: What Just Happened and Why

NOV

17

7:00 PM

Wallingford Public Library, 200 N Main St, Wallingford, CT

Grief Through the Holidays: A Connecticut Hospice Workshop

NOV

18

6:30 PM

Wallingford Public Library, 200 N Main St, Wallingford, CT

Fall Open House - Notre Dame High School

Silent Movie with Live Organ accompaniment by the amazing Shari Lucas