Event Registration
Registration begins 30 days prior to the event. Please register online using our Calendar of Events at www.wilmlibrary.org or by calling (978) 694-2099 (for Adult) or (978) 694-2098 (for Children/Teen). Please note we request registration for programs that are marked (RR).
Movie Night – America Sniper (R)
Tuesday, May 19, 6:30 pm
The movie stars Bradley Cooper and is based on the 2012 autobiography “American Sniper: The Autobiography of the Most Lethal Sniper in U.S. Military History” by Chris Kyle, Scott McEwen and Jim DeFelice. Rated R. Please note that young children must be accompanied by an adult to attend Movie Nights.
Fiction Book Group (R)
Thursday, May 21, 7 pm
Join Adult Services Librarian, Kim Rowley as she leads the discussion of “The Invention of Wings” by Sue Monk Kidd.
Tuskegee Airmen (R)
Tuesday, May 26, 7 pm
Members of the Col. Charles McGee Chapter of the Tuskegee Airmen from Hanscom Air Force Base will present a program on the history of the Tuskegee Airmen. The Tuskegee airmen were the first black servicemen to serve as military aviators in the U.S. armed forces, flying with distinction during World War II. Before 1940, African Americans were barred from flying for the U.S. military. The highly publicized successes of the Tuskegee Airmen helped pave the way for the eventual integration of the U.S. armed forces under President Harry Truman in 1948.
Nonfiction Book Group (R)
Wednesday, May 27, 7 pm
Join Technology Librarian, Brad McKenna, who will lead the discussion of “The World’s Strongest Librarian” by Joshua Hanagarne in honor of Mental Health Month. Copies of the book may be requested online through the catalog or by calling the library. Book groups are a wonderful way to expand your reading interests and meet others in the community. All are welcome; refreshments served.
Boston Bronze & Stone Speak to Us (R)
Thursday, May 28, 7 pm
Joe Gallo realized as he walked the streets of Boston that he didn’t know much about the monuments he came across so he decided to do something about it. Gallo’s comprehensive guide, “Boston Bronze & Stone Speak to Us”, is now very much a reality. In college, Gallo minored in history and art which he put to use while doing research for the book. During this slideshow presentation, Mr. Gallo will make history come alive while sharing stories of Boston’s monuments. Copies of the guidebook will be for sale ($10) before and after the program.
Teen Events
30 Minute Crafts for Teens: Dot Art on Canvas *RR
Tuesday, May 19, 2:30 pm
Are you creatively-driven but too busy to attend other teen events? Using a dot-painting technique and your imagination, create a work of art to hang on your wall.
Children’s Events
Dads and Donuts
Saturday, May 16, 10:30 am
Dads and their kids ages 2 and up are invited to drop in for stories, songs, rhymes and more. Moms, grandparents and other caregivers are welcome, too! Ages 2-5 and one or more adults.
Imajine That Art Studio: My Crayons Talk *RR
Monday, May 18, 10 am
Do you like crayons? Because we love crayons! We’ll be reading a book all about crayons with a crayon packed inspired craft! It’s going to be a Crayo-lot of fun!
Book Discussion for Grades 2 and 3 *RR
Monday, May 18, 3:45 pm
Join us for a book discussion! The book of the month will be announced 30 days before the date of the discussion. Copies will be available for pick up at the kids’ check out desk.
Drop-In Storytime
Friday, May 22, 10 am
Drop in for stories, songs, rhymes and a fun craft! Ages 2-5 and one or more adults.
Book Discussion for Grades 4 and 5 *RR
Friday, May 22, 3:45 pm
Join us for a book discussion! The book of the month will be announced 30 days before the date of the discussion. Copies will be available for pick up at the kids’ check out desk.
Library News
Local Authors Panel
The library is hosting a local author panel Monday, August 17, 7 pm. This is an opportunity for local authors to talk about their work and their experience in publishing. If you are a local author and are interested in being on the panel, please email Charlotte Wood at cwood@mvlc.org.
More E Book Content
As a member of the Massachusetts eBook Project, our library now offers Wilmington residents access to more digital content including popular fiction and non-fiction titles via Baker & Taylor Axis 360. Check all that is available for reading, listening and viewing on the library’s website www.wilmlibrary.org. Just click “Downloads” on the left menu bar.
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