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
Cookie Exchange *RR
Monday, December 5, 7pm
Featured Cookbook: King Arthur Flour Cookie Companion
Cookies say holidays! This special evening edition of Cookin’ the Books features King Arthur Flour Cookie Companion. Pick up a copy of the cookbook at the library, email your recipe selection to Lisa Crispin (lcrispin@wilmlibrary.org), make three dozen; then come to the meeting and go home with a variety of cookies. Bring a container to pack up your cookies!
Digital Security *RR
Wednesday, December 7, 7 pm
Are you uncomfortable putting personal information online because you doubt it will be safe? Technology Librarian, Brad McKenna, will provide helpful tips on how to tell if your information is safe on any given webpage.
Homemade Gifts for the Holidays *RR
Thursday, December 8, 7 pm
Library staff will present several craft ideas for holiday gift giving. The cost, time commitment and necessary supplies will be shared for each craft plus printed instructions will be provided. There will be a hands-on craft for all to do after the panel presentation. Craft samples will be raffled as well. Holiday refreshments served.
Kids & Teen Events
Wilmington Community Playgroup
Monday, December 5, 9:30 am
Drop in for a fun playgroup led by the CTI Family Resource Network. Ages 2-5
Art Adventures: James Dean *RR
Tuesday, December 6, 3:45 pm
Create your own masterpiece in the style of James Dean, illustrator of Pete the Cat. We’ll explore different forms of media and techniques to make one of a kind artwork for you to take home. Grades 1-5
Trivia Tuesdays *RR
Tuesday, December 6, 6:30 pm
Show us your smarts at pub-style trivia! Play against your parents and friends, putting your pop culture knowledge to the test. The winning team walks off with prizes (and bragging rights!). Snacks are provided. Grades 6-12.
Kindergarten Book Club *RR
Wednesday, December 7, 3:45 pm
This book club is for kindergarteners who miss storytime or those who love to be read to. We will read a book or two together, discuss it, and then do a fun activity.
Library News
Closed Friday Morning December 9
The library will be closed Friday December 9 from 9 am to 1 pm for staff training. Open 1 pm to 5 pm.
Board Games
The library has a variety of board games for patrons to borrow. Perfect for a family game nigh or a pizza party with friends. Choose from Big Book of Madness, Exploding Kittens, Super fight, Sushi Go and more!
(NOTE: These weekly listings are submitted by the Wilmington Memorial Library.)
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