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 Programs
How to Develop a Productive Professional Network *RR
Monday, November 13, 10am
Wilmington resident Barbara Alevras, PMP, founder and owner of Sage Consulting Services, will talk about the importance of developing and nurturing professional relationships. The key steps of: establishing realistic networking goals; developing an effective networking plan; and implementing a pragmatic contact management strategy, will be discussed. You leave the highly interactive session with easy-to-apply information and ideas you can put into action immediately.
How-to Make Soap *RR
Tuesday, November 14, 7pm
Learn to make unique specialty soaps with Jennifer Hofmann! Participants will receive an instruction booklet to follow up the class with some home soap making of their own. You will see soap made during the presentation as well as learn the history and chemistry of soap making, the basic supplies and equipment needed, the safety considerations, how to color and scent soap, how to prepare molds, and how to insulate, cut, cure, and store soap. All attendees will receive a soap sample!
The Last Duo *RR
Thursday, November 16, 2:30pm
Dan Sirois and Greg Decoteau bring a full and exciting sound to the music of the 60s and 70s including songs by the Eagles, America, Van Morrison, and the Beatles and more.
Novel Ideas Fiction Book Group *RR
Thursday, November 16, 7pm
Featured Book: The Women in the Castle by Jessica Shattuck
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.
Poetry Circle *RR
Saturday, November 18, 9:15am-11:30am
Love poetry? The poetry circle is a great opportunity to meet other poets and get constructive feedback in a supportive environment. When registering, please provide your email address so you can receive an agenda and any prep materials in advance. Led by local writing enthusiast, Barbara Alevras.
Kids and Teen Events
Mad Science Presents: Movie Effects *RR
Monday, November 13, 6:30pm
This workshop gives children a chance to sit in the director’s chair and discover why science is the real star on the big screen. Exciting demonstrations and hands-on activities allow children to discover the science behind the amazing sound and weather effects from their favorite movies. Children investigate 3-D technology and experience how this effect can make them feel like part of the action. Motion pictures come alive with a spinning praxinoscope. Grades 1-5
Art Adventures: Winter Mural *RR
Tuesday, November 14, 3:45pm
We’ll work together to create a winter themed mural inspired by Wilmington! The mural will include a beautiful sunset, skaters on Silver Lake, and town landmarks. The finished mural will hang on display in the library all winter long! Grades 1-5
Star Mag
Wednesday, November 15, 3:45pm
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 3-6
Mother Daughter Book Group: The Hundred Dresses *RR
Wednesday, November 15, 6:30pm
Girls and the special women in their lives are invited to join us for a discussion of The Hundred Dresses by Eleanor Estes. 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 in your favorite dress! Grades 1-5
Crafternoons: Unicorn Balloon Pillow *RR
Thursday, November 16, 3:45pm
Assemble your very own no-sew unicorn balloon pillow that’s right on trend. Grades 4-8
Drop-In Storytime
Friday, November 17, 10am
Drop in for stories, songs, rhymes and a fun craft! Ages 2-5 and one or more adults
R.E.A.D. Middle Grade Book Club *RR
Friday, November 17, 3:45pm
Read, Eat and Discuss great books. This month’s selection is The Blossoming Universe of Violet Diamond by Brenda Woods. Pick up a copy at the library. Grades 4-5
Library News
Veterans Day
The library will be closed Friday November 10 and Saturday November 11 in observance of Veterans Day.
(NOTE: These weekly listings are submitted by the Wilmington Memorial Library.)
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