WILMINGTON, MA — Below is a list of FREE upcoming programs for adults, teens and kids at the Wilmington Memorial Library.
Summer Reading Program Information
“On Your Mark, Get Set Read” -Wilmington Memorial Library’s 2016 summer reading program has many incentives and events designed to keep Wilmington children reading all summer long. Kids of all ages may sign up and get a race track to log reading hours. As they read their way around the race track, they will earn stickers and prizes. Prizes include a WML Frisbee, Topsfield Fair prize package, and jump pass from Altitude Trampoline Park and a free book. Teens can win prizes by participating in “Get in the Game Read.” Just grab a Bookopoly Board to track summer reading hours and win prizes. “Exercise Your Mind” is the summer reading program designed for adults. Read books outside your comfort zone in specified categories or attend a summer reading themed even to be entered into a raffle to win $15 gift cards to a variety of health related stores. Stop by the library to sign up or visit www.wilmlibrary.org.
Library Events
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. Thank you to the Friends of the Library for funding support for library programs!
Town Wide Yard Sale
Saturday, June 11 from 8 am – 2 pm
Shop and save! An online map is available on the library’s website and paper copies are available at the library, Town Hall, Elia’s Country Store, Eastgate Liquors, and the Market Basket courtesy counter.
Pros & Cons of Self-Employment *RR
Monday, June 13, 10:00 am
Self-employment might be a good option for job seekers looking to create their own employment opportunity. The main obstacle is that many job seekers are afraid to embark on that path because they don’t know what is involved. Wendy Gloyd, Interactive Project Manager, Toastmaster, and 1099 contract worker, will help answer questions and shed light on self-employment.
Five Wishes: End of Life Choices *RR
Monday, June 13, 7 pm
“Five Wishes” is the first living will that talks about your personal, emotional and spiritual needs as well as your medical wishes. It allows you to choose the person who will make medical decisions if you cannot and lets you say exactly how you want to be treated. It’s easy to use, all you have to do is check a box, circle a decision or write a sentence or two. We all have heard of health care proxies. This digs deeper and helps make decisions for us. Presented by Cathy H. Ober, Care Transitions Coordinator Beacon Hospice.
Tap and Blues *RR
Thursday, June 16, 2:30 pm
Robin O’Herin, blues and gospel musician, whose instruments are bottleneck and fingerstyle guitar, ukulele and mountain dulcimer will perform song selections from the likes of Robert Johnson and Blind Willie Johnson plus original blues and fingerstyle ballads. Dance artist Stefanie Weber will perform interpretive tap dance in this interactive concert celebrating the Delta Blues.
Exercise Your Mind- Summer Reading Kickoff
Thursday, June 16, 7 pm
Jen from The Yoga Loft will talk about mindfulness and its health benefits as well as guide us through several meditations. Eileen MacDougall will do her Book Talkin’ focusing on books from our Summer Author Series. Adult Services Librarian Kim Rowley will talk about the Summer Reading Program and the prizes you can win. Enjoy appetizers and a glass of wine.
Kids & Teen Events
Baby Times
Saturday, June 11, 9:30 am
Infants through 24 months
This program of songs, rhymes, games and picture books is for babies under the age of two years and their caregivers.
Dads and Donuts
Saturday, June 11, 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.
Summer Reading Kick Off Program: Mike Bent’s “Let’s Get Moving” Magic Show *RR
Saturday, June 18, 11 am
Kick off our summer reading program with a fun magic show developed especially for kids and families! Mike has garnered multiple awards over his 20-year career for his exciting blend of humor and magic. With storytelling, puppets, and mind reading ants, you won’t want to miss this special show! All ages
Library News
Library Closed Friday Morning June 10
The library will be closed Friday June 10 from 9 am to 1 pm for staff training. The library will be open from 1 pm to 5 pm.
(NOTE: These weekly listings are submitted by the Wilmington Memorial Library.)
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