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
Writing Group *RR
Saturday, January 7, 9:15am
If you love to write and seek feedback, then join our writing group. When registering, please provide your email address so you can receive an agenda and any prep materials in advance. Open to all genres and levels. Led by local writing enthusiast, Barbara Alevras.
Networking and Volunteering *RR
Monday, January 9, 10am
There is a way to improve your job prospects and keep your skills sharp at the same time—volunteering. Non-profits need your professional skills to help them run the “business” side of their enterprise. In turn, you can give back to the community, meet new people, and build relationships while keeping current. Presenter Jack Wang is the Program Site Director for Jericho Road Project of Greater Lowell.
How to Raise Chickens at Home *RR
Tuesday, January 10, 7pm
Tired of store bought eggs? Wilmington resident Amanda Munsie from Bountiful Basket Farm will talk how to get started raising chickens at home including choosing a chicken breed, raising chicks, chicken care, collecting and storing eggs, and more.
Tax Tips *RR
Wednesday, January 11, 7pm
Wilmington resident and tax consultant Joe DiJulia will remind taxpayers of certain tax breaks and deductions available for qualifying expenses in the 2016 tax year. Items to be reviewed include: Roth IRAs, traditional IRAs, 401Ks, tuition and fees deductions, American Opportunity credit, Lifetime Learning Credit, and more.
Meditation with Dr. Allan Hughes *RR
Thursday January 12, 7pm
Dr. Allan Hughes, a long-time meditator who has been giving workshops and seminars on meditation in various parts of the country, will lead this workshop offering effective techniques that can make your dream of finding inner peace a reality.
Kids & Teen Events
Drop-in Storytime
Friday, January 6, 10am
Drop in for stories, songs, rhymes and a fun craft! Space is limited. Tickets will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. Ages 3-5 and one or more adults
Exploration Station: Dinosaurs *RR
Monday, January 9, 10am
Explore the science of dinosaurs through hands on activities. Ages 3-5
Sciencetellers: Dragons *RR
Monday, January 9, 6:30pm
Join us as we learn about dry ice and the changing states of matter through the tale of “Dragons & Dreams.” Wouldn’t dragon’s breath be an amazing sight to see?! Well, get ready to see it, feel it, smell it and maybe even taste it! This story features interactive and explosive experiments with dry ice, fog, bubbles, flying rockets and more. Grades Kindergarten-5
Art Adventures: Weaving *RR
Tuesday, January 10, 3:45pm
Learn simple weaving and bring home a one of a kind piece to take home. Grades 1-5
Drop-in Storytime
Friday, January 13, 10:00am
Drop in for stories, songs, rhymes and a fun craft! Space is limited. Tickets will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. Ages 3-5 and one or more adults.
(NOTE: These weekly listings are submitted by the Wilmington Memorial Library.)
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