WILMINGTON, MA — Below is a list of FREE upcoming programs for adults, teens and kids at the Wilmington Memorial Library.
Registration begins 30 days prior to the event. Please register online using our Calendar of Events at http://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). Thank you to the Friends of the Library for funding support for library programs!
Adult Programs:
Cookin’ the Books
Tuesday, March 1, 12 pm
Featured Cookbook: The Silver Palate by Sheila Lukins and Julee Rosso
If you love to cook and enjoy talking about food and sharing recipes then this book group is for you. Please stop by the library to pick up a copy of The Silver Palate (or find a recipe from the book online), select a recipe, and then email your recipe selection to book club leader Lisa Crispin (lcrispin@mvlc.org). Bring your dish to the meeting, enjoy sampling everyone’s dishes, and enjoy the company.
Pints + Pages
Thursday, March 3, 7 pm @ Portland Pie Co., Reading, MA
Featured Book: The Martian by Andy Weir
A social book group geared towards readers in their 20’s and 30’s. The group meets on the first Thursday of every other month. The book discussion will be hosted by librarians from the Wilmington and Reading Public Libraries. The next meeting is at the Portland Pie Company in Reading. There is still time to pick up a copy of The Martian by Andy Weir which is the book that will be discussed.
Fishing the Waters of Central Mass
Thursday, March 3, 7 pm
Come learn about the many different waters including Quabbin, Wachusett Reservoir, Millers River and many of the smaller, less known spots to fish, the fish that are available and the techniques used to catch them. Whether you are a beginner, or a seasoned angler, you will find new places to fish and different techniques to use! Bring a map and a pencil to mark it with; we will be covering a lot of material!
Edible Books Contest
Saturday, March 5
The Wilmington Memorial Library is hosting its 3rd annual “Edible Book” contest. All ages may participate in the contest (family entries encouraged) by creating something edible that is book related. Entry forms available at the library and on the library’s website. Check out Edible Books at Google Images for inspiration! Entries will be on display Saturday, March 5 from 11 am to 4:15 pm.
Writing Group
Saturday, March 5, 9:15 am-11:15 am
If you love to write and seek input and accountability, then join our writing group. Please bring up to five pages of written work to the meeting. Open to all genres and levels. Led by local writing enthusiast, Barbara Alevras.
Kids & Teen Programs:
Series Books March Madness
Tuesday, March 1 – Thursday, March 31
Place your bets on which series reign supreme in YA lit! Pick up a ballot each week in March and vote on your favorite books. The winning title will be announced in April. Grades 6-12.
Teens v. Parents Trivia Night *RR
Tuesday, March 1, 6:30 pm
Show us your smarts at pub-style trivia! Play against your parents, putting your pop culture knowledge to the test. The winning team walks off with prizes (and bragging rights!). Snacks are provided. Grades 6-12
Summer Activities Fair
Wednesday, March 2, 6:30-8 pm
Get a jump start on planning activities for your children this summer. Representatives from local camps and summer programs will be on hand with information about their summer offerings.
LEGO Building
Thursday, March 3, 3:45 pm
Build a unique LEGO creation. Each month there will be a different theme. Kindergarten+
Book Buddies *RR
Fridays, March 4, 11, 18, 3:45-4:45 pm
This fun literacy program pairs kids with teen volunteers for one-on-one reading fun. In this three-week program, kids can practice reading or be read to, receive one-on-one attention from a trained teen, share a snack, and do a fun activity. Ages 4+
Library News:
Food for Fines in March
In lieu of fines, the library will accept on-perishable items for the Wilmington Food Pantry as payment during the month of March. In support of this effort, we ask that the items brought be comparable in cost to the fines owed. For a list of items needed by the Food Pantry, check the Community Fund website at http://www.commfund.org/food-pantry.html.
Art Exhibit
Lorraine O’Brien currently has her watercolors on display in the library’s meeting room. Lorraine studied oil, watercolor and pen and ink with many well known art teachers. As a member of Reading, Peabody and Danvers Art Associations and Lynnfield Art Guild, Lorraine has exhibited her paintings at many art shows where she has received numerous awards. Her work is included in a number of private and corporate collections.
(NOTE: These weekly listings are submitted by the Wilmington Memorial Library.)
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