Below is a list of upcoming events from the Wilmington Memorial Library:
Adult Programs
Bookends Book Group
Monday, June 24, 10am
This book group discusses contemporary books, both fiction and non-fiction, led by Library Associate Rebecca Lowe. Copies of the book are available at the library. June’s featured book is Charlie Chaplin vs. America: When Art, Sex, and Politics Collided by Scott Eyman.
Needleworkers at Night
Monday, June 24, 6pm
These nighttime sessions are perfect for anyone who does any kind of needle craft but can’t make it to Needleworkers during the day! This group meets every Monday night in the cozy seating area on the first floor of the Library.
HYBRID DEI Book Group
Monday, June 24, 6:30pm
This group meets on the 4th Monday of the month. We read the book three chapters at a time to allow us to delve deeper into what we’re reading. The current book is The Deviant’s War by Eric Cervini. This session will cover the introduction of the book through Chapter 4 (66 pages).
Drop-in Tech Help
Tuesday, June 25, 2pm
Wednesday, June 26, 2pm
Saturday, June 29, 2pm
Have a tech question that’s been bugging you? Stop by Drop-in Tech Help.
VIRTUAL Creative Writing Skills Group
Tuesday, June 25, 7pm
Learn and apply creative writing tips, tools, and techniques shared by published authors and other writing experts. Open to all who want to improve their writing skills and get their work published. Led by local writing enthusiast Barbara Alevras. To register, email Adult Services Librarian Erin Driscoll at adultservices@wilmlibrary.org with the name of the event!
Pints + Pages
Thursday, June 27, 7pm
A social book group geared towards readers in their 20’s and 30’s. This group meets on the first Thursday of every other month. The book discussion will be hosted by librarians from the Wilmington and Tewksbury Public Libraries. Meeting location rotates between Wilmington, MA and Tewksbury, MA and surrounding towns. This month’s book is Birnam Wood by Eleanor Catton. The meeting location for this month is Hopothecary Ales in North Reading.
Needleworkers
Friday, June 28, 10am
This is a social group for those who do any kind of needle craft. Bring your knitting, crocheting, quilting, etc. and enjoy conversation and camaraderie. Drop-in.
Youth Programs
Stuffed Animal Sleepover Drop Off
Monday, June 24, 9am – 5pm
Drop-off your stuffed animals for a night of fun at the library! Bring them by anytime between 9am-5pm and fill out an Emergency Contact Form for your stuffed animal friend! We’ll have a blast playing games and exploring the library all night long! Pick up your stuffed animals anytime on Tuesday, June 25 to hear all about their awesome library adventures! All ages
Wilmington Community Playgroup
Monday, June 24, 10am
The Community Teamwork Family Resource Network is here weekly! Join CTI for a community playgroup where we’ll work on Early Literacy skills and much, much more! Ask CTI about any resources they can help provide for you and your family. The first playgroup of every month will focus on infants and toddlers. Ages 0-6, siblings welcome
Dr. Rosie Helps the Animals Reading and Stuffie Vet Clinic
Monday, June 24, 2pm
Bring your stuffie to meet the author and illustrator of Dr. Rosie Helps the Animals, an award-winning STEM picture book based on and informed by real-world veterinarians. Jennifer, the author, and Rozillia, the illustrator, will first tell the story behind the story of Dr. Rosie and then engage kids in an interactive reading. Ages 4-8, siblings welcome
Outdoor Preschool Storytime
Tuesday, June 25, 10am
Join us at our Preschool Storytime outside in the Peggy Kane Reading Garden! This program includes books, rhymes, music and movement. Ages 3-6
Break Free From Plastic Brand Audit – Citizen Science
Tuesday, June 25, 5:30pm
Get volunteer hours for collecting plastic waste and recording companies responsible for plastic waste pollution! Grades 6-12
Outdoor Time for Twos
Wednesday, June 26, 10am
Join us at Time for Twos outside in the Peggy Kane Reading Garden! This program includes books, rhymes, music and movement. Age 2
OFFSITE Bilingual Story Hour: Haitian Creole
Wednesday, June 26, 3pm
The Community Teamwork Family Resource Network is here weekly! Practice using your home language with us! This session will meet at Funway Park in Tewksbury. At our playgroup we will work on Early Literacy skills and more! Ask CTI about any resources they can help provide for you and your family. Ages 0-6 and their caregivers
Outdoor Baby TIme
Thursday, June 27, 10am
Join us at Baby Time outside in the Peggy Kane Reading Garden! This program includes books, rhymes, music and movement. Ages 0-23 months
Crafternoon: Gel Printmaking
Thursday, June 27, 3pm
Come make a fun craft with us! Try out a form of printmaking using a gelatin plate and paint! Grades 4-8
Switch it Up! Video Game Club
Friday, June 28, 3:45pm
Love video games? Come to this once-a-month video game club to play Switch games with friends! Grades 1-5
Additional Information
Book Store Next Door
The Book Store Next Door is open on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 10am to 4pm. Shop discount books! Paperbacks for $1 and hardcovers for $2. The Book Store is staffed by volunteers from the Friends of the Library and all proceeds help support library programs.
Museum Passes
The library has discounted passes to your favorite Massachusetts museums, attractions, and state parks. Find the full list on our website!
WML In-Person Programming
Registration is required for most in-person programs. Please check our website on the day of the program to confirm location. Masks are no longer required for vaccinated patrons while visiting the library.
WML Virtual Programming
The library continues to offer a variety of virtual events. Please note that registration is required in order to receive the Zoom link. Go to wilmlibrary.org to register or call 978-658-2967.
Drop-off your stuffed animals for a night of fun at the library on Monday, June 24th for our Stuffed Animal Sleepover. Pick them up anytime on Tuesday, June 25th to hear all about their adventures at the library overnight!
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