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
Using Social Media and Websites for Job Hunting *RR
Monday, February 13, 10 am
Susu Wong, Principle and Chief Connector of Tomo360 an online marketing firm, will talk about using social media and the web for job hunting and for building a personal brand. In the online job market of today, knowing the ins and outs of social media and keeping your personal brand sharp is a must.
How to Be Single (Movie) *RR
Tuesday, February 14, 6:30 pm
Celebrate Valentine’s Day and have a few laughs while watching the offbeat comedy How to Be Single starring Rebel Wilson and Dakota Johnson. Chocolate refreshments served.
Concert: Harpist Rebecca Swett *RR
Thursday, February 16, 2:30 pm
Enjoy an afternoon of music with harpist, Rebecca Swett. She will play classical to pop including well know pieces ranging from Debussy to Gershwin plus a few love songs in honor of Valentine’s Day. A short harp demonstration will also be a part of the program. Rebecca began studying the harp at the age of ten and fell in love with the instrument. Not to be missed!
Novel Ideas: Fiction Book Group *RR
Thursday, February 16, 7 pm
Featured Book: All the Missing Girls by Megan Miranda
Enjoy reading fiction? Join the library’s fiction book group led by Adult Services Librarian, Kim Rowley. Please stop by the library to pick up a copy of the featured book. Book groups are a wonderful way to expand your reading interests and meet others in the community.
Kids & Teen Events
Baby Times
Saturday, February 11, 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, February 11. 10:30 am
Dads and their kids ages 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.
Exploration Station: Light and Shadow *RR
Monday, February 13, 10 am
Explore light and shadow through hands on activities. Ages 3-5
Maker Monday: Magnets *RR
Monday, February 13, 3:45 pm
Drive a tiny car, watch a ballerina pirouette, and discover the secrets of ferrofluid at this Maker Monday.
Toddler 101 Workshop *RR
Monday, February 13, 7 pm
Early Parenting Partners, “an inter-disciplinary team of knowledgeable professionals dedicated to empowering families” will present this Toddler 101 workshop for parents and caregivers. Typical development and insight into why the toddler stage (10-24 months) can present such variety in behavior, eating and sleeping will be discussed and how you can support your child through this precarious time. Learn about safety-proofing, toilet readiness, etc. There will be time for group discussion with questions and answers. Please note that this program is for parents and caregivers only.
Once Upon a Yoga Mat *RR
Wednesday, February 15, 10 am
Yoga may offer a child many benefits, such as a healthier body, the ability to control stress, increased self-esteem and greater concentration. Combine yoga with the fun and creativity of drama… and you have the magic of Dramatic Yoga! Ages 3-5
Star Mag
Wednesday, February 15, 3:45 pm
Drop in to help create this magazine written by, for and about kids, and published by the library. Bring in finished, original artwork, puzzles, poems, comics, jokes, or create it while you are here. Grades 3-5.
Jeannie Mack Winter Songfest *RR
Wednesday, February 15, 6:30 pm
Have fun celebrating winter with Jeannie Mack. Come sing and act out songs about making snowmen, twirling around like snowflakes, sledding down hills, and drinking hot chocolate. Clap along, dance, and enjoy hand play and finger play games with Jeannie – all to do with the magic of winter! All ages.
Crafternoons *RR
Wednesday, February 16, 3:45 pm
Design super cute and surprisingly simple wire jewelry. Grades 4-8
Bilingual Storytime/La Hora de Cuentos Bilingue *RR
Friday, February 17, 10 am
Join us for stories and songs in English and Spanish and a craft. For children 2-5 with an adult. Acompáñenos para cuentos, canciones, y artesanía en inglés y español. Para niños de 2-5 años con un adulto.
Library News
Binge Boxes
In the mood for a movie marathon? The library has just added “Binge Boxes” which are themed collections of movies, providing hours of entertainment in an easy to carry box. We currently have Binge Boxes for Girls Night In, Family Movie Night, Classic Films, and Book to Film. The Binge Boxes can be checked out for 7 days and are the perfect addition to your staycation, snowy night, or lazy weekend. All you need is the popcorn!
Museum Passes – School Vacation Week
Reserve a museum pass for the upcoming school vacation week. Just go to www.wilmlibrary.org and click on Museum Passes. Keep in mind that during school vacations passes are limited to one per family per week.
(NOTE: These weekly listings are submitted by the Wilmington Memorial Library.)
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