Trying to Stay Warm!: 1/12/25
Wreath Making, Drones, Poetry, Rugby and Melodies!
Hello, Wallingford Friends! 👋
First up, I’d like to thank everyone who has subscribed to the Wallingford Wrap over the past week. The response has been overwhelming! Please continue to tell your friends and family about the Wallingford Wrap. Another exciting week is ahead, packed with events, activities, and opportunities to connect. Here's your guide to all the fun and happenings in town:
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🌟 Featured Event: Wreath Making Class
Get into the Valentine's spirit by creating your very own burlap heart-shaped wreath to decorate your home or gift to a loved one.
When: Tuesday, January 14
Where: Paradise Hills, 15 Wind Swept Hill Road
Time: 5:30-8 pm
More info: Paradise Hills
🎥 Resident Brings a New Perspective to Wallingford
As a local real estate broker, Wallingford resident Wesley Krombel had a practical reason to get into drone photography. Over time, it became more than just part of his work. It became a personal passion, a new way to see the world.
“To think that as humans, we didn’t experience flight until just over a century ago, and now here I am, with a drone controller in my hands, watching Wallingford from above, seeing the town I love so much from breathtaking heights. It’s astonishing to witness our community’s landscapes unfold from perspectives only birds used to see. Capturing Wallingford’s charm and vibrancy through my drone is not only a thrilling experience but also a unique way to celebrate our hometown—where I was born, raised, and still proudly work as a real estate broker. While some see drones as mere tech gadgets, I see them as storytellers. They capture the essence of a place, reveal hidden details, and provide a perspective that connects people to Wallingford in a completely new way.”
- Wesley Krombel
We hope you enjoy some of Wesley’s work below, taken this past Christmas Eve when Wallingford enjoyed a dusting of snow:
👶 Wascal Wednesdays
Looking for a fun and free way for your little ones to burn off some energy, be creative, and meet a friend this year? This is the perfect way to bring joy to the middle of the week, especially during the colder months. A playful meet-up for kids ages 2-5.
When: Wednesday, January 15
Where: Wallingford Grange, 586 Center Street
Time: 4-5 pm
🎶 Midmonth Melodies
dis-connected at Gaetano's Tavern
When: Saturday, January 18
Where: Gaetano’s Tavern, 28 North Main St, Wallingford
Time: 6:30 pm
dis-connected Furious George Band
When: Friday, January 17
Where: Center Street Brewing Company, 24 Wallace Avenue, Wallingford
Time: 6-9 pm
Furious George Band
📖 Saturday Mornings with Poetry
A meeting of people who love reading and writing poetry. Share your poetry, discuss the literary works of poets known and unknown, and expand your skills in writing and editing poems in the shared camaraderie of comfortable, supportive members.
When: Saturday, January 18
Where: Wallingford Public Library, Charlotte Collins Meeting Room
Time: 9:45 am - 12 pm
🎨 Acrylic Painting for Kids
For kids ages 4-6, children will paint an acrylic painting of two penguins on canvas. The focus will be taking basic shapes and turning them into more complex shapes to create penguins. Children will learn color mixing and application as well as how colors blend to create an image.
When: Beginning Saturday, January 18, running each Saturday through February 22
Where: Catalyst Art Studio, 78 Center St, Wallingford
Time: 9 am
Registration: Catalyst Art Studio
🏉 Midstate Rugby Winter Indoor Clinics
For high schoolers grades 9-12, whether you’re an experienced hand or new to the game, Mid-State Rugby invites you for drills and games with a special focus on running, passing, catching and tackle basics. And most importantly, some FUN!
When: Sundays, beginning January 12
Where: YMCA
Time: 1-2:30 pm
Registration: Mid-State Rugby
🐶 Rescue Dog Workshop
Ever thought about adopting a dog, but weren’t sure about how to transition from the shelter? This free workshop sponsored by K9 Ethix should help you answer all your questions. Unpack the common myths about animal shelters, decompressions period, post-kennel stress, how to choose a dog, how to handle behavioral issues and more.
When: January 18
Where: Diversafit, 549 Center Street, Wallingford
Time: 9-11 am
Registration: Free, but RSVP at K9Ethix@gmail.com
🌲 Christmas Tree Pickup Continues!
The Public Works team will be collecting trees all week. Remember to place them curbside and clean of bows, tinsel and ornaments. This is a one-time pickup.
🕺Looking Ahead: YMCA Grand Gala
Tell Grandma to put on her dancing shoes and ask Grandpa to practice his boogie, because they may be headed to the Grand Gala Grandparent & Grandchild Dance! The annual Grand Gala is always one of the YMCA’s most popular family events, bringing grandparents and grandchildren together on the dance floor. All family members are welcome. Music, dancing, crafts and light refreshments.
When: February 8
Where: YMCA East Side branch, 81 South Elm Street, Wallingford
Time: 6 pm
Registration: Call 203-269-4497
☀️ Wallingford’s Weekly Forecast
Sunday, January 12: Plenty of sun. High: 40°F, Low: 26°F
Monday, January 13: Mostly cloudy and colder. High: 34°F, Low: 20°F
Tuesday, January 14: Mostly sunny. High: 32°F, Low: 13°F
Wednesday, January 15: Plenty of sunshine. High: 30°F, Low: 15°F
Thursday, January 16: Times of clouds and sun. High: 33°F, Low: 16°F
Friday, January 17: Cloudy; periods of snow and sleet in the morning, transitioning to rain in the afternoon. High: 37°F, Low: 28°F
Saturday, January 18: Rain and freezing rain in the morning, then cloudy. High: 42°F, Low: 24°F
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Until next week, stay warm, stay connected, and enjoy all the wonderful things Wallingford has to offer! 😊