Name: Musical Petting Zoo
Start: 2026-07-23T13:00
End: 2026-07-23T14:00:00-04:00
Location: Wilbraham Public Library

Registration opens:
July 01st, 2026

Musical Petting Zoo

Springfield Symphony Orchestra

2026-07-23 13:00:00 2026-07-23 14:00:00 America/New_York Musical Petting Zoo A fun and informative hands-on traveling exhibit of musical instruments! Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

Thursday, July 23
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-07-23 13:00:00 2026-07-23 14:00:00 America/New_York Musical Petting Zoo A fun and informative hands-on traveling exhibit of musical instruments! Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

Wilbraham Public Library

Brooks Room

A fun and informative hands-on traveling exhibit of musical instruments!

The Musical Petting Zoo is a fun and informative hands-on traveling exhibit of musical instruments for children entering grades PreK-5. After an introduction to the instruments, participants get a chance to bow a violin, blow a horn or tap out a rhythm on a drum. Here’s your chance to discover an instrument in a judgment-free zone that encourages exploration and excitement!

This event is made possible by a grant from the Wilbraham Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council.

AGE GROUP: | Children |

Wilbraham Public Library

Hours

About the branch

The Wilbraham Public Library provides resources and opportunities for community learning, recreation, and making connections.

Upcoming Events

Grow, Play, Learn - Pathways for Parents

Tue, Jun 23, 9:30am - 10:30am

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

Storytime curriculum and themed play activities.

VIRTUAL: Simple, Sustainable, and Powerfully Delicious Meals - with Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy

Tue, Jun 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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Sana Javeri Kadri & Asha Loupy chat about The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook, which celebrates beautiful, simple, & seasonal cooking with recipes adapted from India & Sri Lanka’s best family spice farms.

Story Yoga - Pathways for Parents

Wed, Jun 24, 10:00am - 10:45am

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

Yoga with Lisa Katz!

Classics Book Discussion

Wed, Jun 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

Led by Jessica Magill For questions, contact Jessica: jessicammagill@hotmail.com

Paint-Your-Own Clay Axolotl!

Thu, Jun 25, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

Hands-on creativity!

This event is full

Music and Movement - Pathways for Parents

Fri, Jun 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

Multi-sensory and exploration

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Adult Crafternoon - Beaded Bookmarks

Fri, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

Join us to create some beaded bookmarks

Yoga at the Library

Sat, Jun 27, 9:30am - 10:30am

Wilbraham Public Library

Slow down & reconnect with yourself during this gentle, easy flow yoga session. Participants will focus on breath awareness, light movement, & stress reduction in a welcoming & supportive environment.

Amazing Animals: Surviving Life in the Wild

Mon, Jun 29, 10:00am - 10:30am

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

In-Person Live Animal Program

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Amazing Animals: Surviving Life in the Wild

Mon, Jun 29, 11:00am - 11:30am

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

In-Person Live Animal Program

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Music of the Beatles

Mon, Jun 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

In this one hour concert, Melodious Zach will perform the Beatles' favorites, and entertain you with Beatles trivia.

VIRTUAL: America's 250th: Common Soldier, Uncommon Hero - With historian Bruce E. Mowday

Mon, Jun 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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Historian Bruce E. Mowday will be discussing the common soldier at Valley Forge with a strong New England connection, Connecticut’s own Joseph Plum Martin and his diary.

Grow, Play, Learn - Pathways for Parents

Tue, Jun 30, 9:30am - 10:30am

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

Storytime curriculum and themed play activities.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Tue, Jun 30, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

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Eli Elkus Musical Storytelling and Folk Songs

Wed, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:30am

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

Original Songs & Stories

Teen Copper Bookmark Workshop

Wed, Jul 01, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

Teens will learn about copper and craft their very own bookmark to take home.

VIRTUAL: Afternoon Art Class— Slow Doodling

Thu, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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Come try slow doodling and discover how a single flowing line can become a moment of calm in your day.

CLOSED for Independence Day (Observed)

Fri, Jul 03, All day

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

The library will be closed on Friday July 3rd in observance of Independence Day.

CLOSED for Independence Day

Sat, Jul 04, All day

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

The library will be closed on Saturday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day.

VIRTUAL: America's 250th: Iron in the Water - With Adventurer in History Kiersten Marcil

Mon, Jul 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Kiersten Marcil will be discussing Iron in the Water: How American Rebels Blocked British Control of the Hudson River.

Booked for Lunch Discussion Group

Tue, Jul 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

The daytime monthly book discussion group facilitated by Library Director Melissa Harter. New members always welcome!

VIRTUAL: How Inherited Family Trauma Shapes Who We Are - (and How to End the Cycle) with Therapy Expert Mark Wolynn

Tue, Jul 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual

Mark Wolynn shares evidence that the roots of our anxiety and phobias may not reside in our life experience or brains—but in the lives of our parents, grandparents, and even great-grandparents.

Teen DIY Terrariums

Tue, Jul 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

In this hands-on workshop, teens will build their very own miniature terrarium.

Registration opens Tuesday, June 23 2026 at 9:00am

DIY Terrariums

Tue, Jul 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

More information to follow.Build your own miniature terrarium!

Registration opens Tuesday, June 23 2026 at 9:00am

Digital Art for Kids

Wed, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

Make art with KevTech!

Teen Digital Art & Drawing

Wed, Jul 08, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

Teens will create digital art on iPads with KevTech!

Registration opens Tuesday, June 23 2026 at 9:00am

Chill with Choo Choo Charlie! Drop-in with a Therapy Dog

Thu, Jul 09, 9:00am - 10:00am

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

Stop by the Brooks Room on the 2nd Thursday of the month to visit a certified therapy dog!

Breezy Seeds Engineering Challenge

Thu, Jul 09, 11:00am - 11:50am

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

A farm grows food that nourishes our bodies; a library grows ideas that nourish our minds. Both food and stories connect us to our family, culture, economy, and ecology.

Saturday Toddler Time - Raffi for the toddlers, coffee for the grown-ups

Sat, Jul 11, 10:00am - 10:45am

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

Children 4 and under and their adult are invited! This event is geared towards the children of working parents and guardians who are unable to attend our weekday programming, but all are welcome.

K-3 Crafternoon - Stories + Crafts

Mon, Jul 13, 12:30pm - 1:15pm

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

Storytime and a craft!

Teen Mosaic Coaster Workshop - with Paint Sip Fun

Mon, Jul 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

Transform simple tiles into beautiful, functional art, and create mosaic coasters with Erin from Paint Sip Fun!

Registration opens Monday, June 29 2026 at 9:00am

Mosaic Coaster Workshop - with Paint Sip Fun

Mon, Jul 13, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

Transform simple tiles into beautiful, functional art, and create mosaic coasters with Erin from Paint Sip Fun!

Registration opens Monday, June 29 2026 at 9:00am

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Mon, Jul 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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Loretta and Susan, Two Nerdy History Girls, are focusing on America's 250th anniversary by discussing the everyday lives of people who lived through this era as well as how war could upend those lives

VIRTUAL: Small Towns and Big Secrets with Karin Slaughter

Tue, Jul 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Join us for a thrilling evening with acclaimed author Karin Slaughter as we chat about her North Falls series, consisting of We Are All Guilty Here, in which two teenage girls vanish in rural Georgia.

VIRTUAL: JOB SEARCH HELP— Why You're Not Hearing Back - A Recruiter's Take On The Job Search

Wed, Jul 15, 9:30am - 10:30am

Virtual

Ever wonder what happens after you click Apply? Kelli Hrivnak explains how hiring decisions are made, what recruiters look for in their resume scans, and steps you can take to improve your results.

Teen Bingo for Books

Wed, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

Play a few rounds of bingo, maybe win a book of your choice!

Registration opens Monday, June 29 2026 at 9:00am

LEGO® Club - Win a LEGO Set!

Wed, Jul 15, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

Monthly program for ages 5+

STEAM Cardboard Creators - Theme: European Castles & Cathedrals

Thu, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

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Adult Crafternoon - Bee Bath Craft

Fri, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

Join us to create a simple bee bath.

Registration opens Friday, June 26 2026 at 9:00am

Fall Youth Sports Equipment Swap

Sat, Jul 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

Fall-season youth sports equipment swap

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Mon, Jul 20, 9:30am - 10:15am

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

Multi-sensory and exploration

Registration opens Monday, June 29 2026 at 9:00am

Wellness That Works: Simple Habits for Feeling Your Best

Mon, Jul 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

Exploring practical lifestyle habits that support energy, connection, and overall well-being.

Registration opens Monday, June 29 2026 at 9:00am

VIRTUAL:America's 250th: Black experiences of the Revolution - With Gracia Collins Rich, Independent Scholar & Author

Mon, Jul 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Gracia Collins Rich will be discussing the extraordinary efforts of Black Americans whose invaluable contributions during the Revolutionary War helped bring about U.S. Independence.

Henna Tattoos for Kids

Tue, Jul 21, 3:30pm - 4:15pm

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

Get a unique henna design from Mandy of Wicked Good Henna!

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

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Tue, Jul 21, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

Join us for 2 teen programs mashed into 1: henna tattoos & sticker art! Have fun socializing with friends while creating sticker art, and get your favorite henna tattoo!

Registration opens Monday, July 6 2026 at 9:00am

Teen Flower Blossom Soapmaking Workshop

Wed, Jul 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

Teens will create their own flower blossom soaps to take home.

Registration opens Monday, July 6 2026 at 9:00am

Classics Book Discussion

Wed, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

Led by Jessica Magill For questions, contact Jessica: jessicammagill@hotmail.com

Musical Petting Zoo - Springfield Symphony Orchestra

Thu, Jul 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

A fun and informative hands-on traveling exhibit of musical instruments!

Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 9:00am

See all events

Mon, Jun 22	9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jun 23	9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jun 24	9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jun 25	9:00AM to 5:00PM
Fri, Jun 26	9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jun 27	9:00AM to 2:00PM
Sun, Jun 28	Closed

Musical Petting Zoo

Springfield Symphony Orchestra

Thursday, July 231:00pm - 2:00pm

Wilbraham Public Library

Wilbraham Public Library

Upcoming Events

Thursday, July 23
1:00pm - 2:00pm