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 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 Events
Historic Boston Light and the Boston Harbor Islands National & State Park
Monday, October 3, 2:30 pm
Marguerite Krupp from the Friends of Boston Harbor Islands discusses the historical significance of anniversaries occurring in Boston Harbor this year: Boston Light on Little Brewster Island, The Boston Harbor Islands National & State Park; and the 100th anniversary of the National Park Serviceof Boston Harbor Islands for an engaging account of the Boston Harbor Islands past, present, and future.
Cookin’ the Books
Tuesday, October 4, 12 pm
Featured Cookbook: Simply Nigella by Nigella Lawson
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 (or find a recipe from the book online), select a recipe, and then email your recipe selection to book club leader Lisa Crispin (lcrispin@wilmlibrary.org). Bring your dish to the meeting, enjoy sampling everyone’s dishes, and enjoy the company. Come hungry!
Hands-on with Microsoft Excel
Wednesday, October 5, 7 pm
Join technology librarian Brad McKenna for a hands-on exercise with Microsoft Excel. In this class you’ll learn how to modify cells, sort and filter data, use formulas, and more. A handout for additional practice will be provided.
Mysterious Massachusetts
Thursday, October 6, 7 pm
From seaside ghosts to UFOs over the Berkshires, Massachusetts has a rich history of paranormal legends, odd events, and strange denizens. Join us for this talk as we have a look at some of the most famous of Massachusetts paranormal history. Presented by enthusiast Sarah Hodge-Wetherbe.
Wild Ponies of Assateague Island Art Exhibit and Presentation
Saturday, October 8, 2:30 pm
The wild ponies of Assateague Island National Seashore in coastal Maryland have lived on this island wild and free of human intervention since the 1700s. Artist Rob Franco will talk about the ponies and the island and as well as show a 20 minute video produced by the National Park Service. His paintings of the ponies will be on display in the conference room.
Kids & Teens Events
Drop-In Baby Times
Saturday, October 1, 9:30 am
Babies and their caregivers will enjoy this fun storytime that includes rhymes, songs, books, scarves, shakers, bubbles and more. Infants through 24 months
Dads and Donuts
Saturday, October 1, 10:30 am
Dads and their kids age two 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
Wilmington Community Playgroup
Monday, October 3, 9:30 am
Drop in for a fun playgroup led by the CTI Family Resource Network. Ages 2-5
Mother Daughter Book Group: Pippi Longstocking *RR
Wednesday, October 5, 6:30 pm
Girls and the special women in their lives are invited to join us for a discussion of Pippi Longstocking. Pick up a copy of the book at the Children’s Desk. We’ll discuss the book and make a fun craft. Optional: come dressed with your hair in braids just like Pippi! Grades 1-5
LEGO Building
Thursday, October 6, 3:45 pm
Build a unique LEGO creation. Kindergarten+
Drop-In Storytime
Friday, October 7, 10 am
Drop in for stories, songs, rhymes and a fun craft! Ages 2-5 and one or more adults
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