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
Google Drive *RR
Tuesday, May 14, 10 am
Curious about the “cloud”? Join us for an introduction to Google Drive and learn how you can create, share, store, and collaborate on files that you can access from practically anywhere.
How-to Make Traditional Polish Pierogi *RR
Tuesday, May 14, 7pm
Wilmington resident and owner of Polish Prince Pierogi, Doug Drozdowski, will demonstrate the art of making and preparing hand crafted pierogi, a tradition handed down to him from his grandmother. Samples will be served.
Coffee with a Cop
Wednesday, May 15, 10am
Drop in, grab a tea or coffee, and chat with a police officer. Learn about the rights of the public as well as the roles and responsibilities of police and community in a relaxed and open setting. All questions welcome.
Current Affairs Discussion Group *RR
Wednesday, May 15, 7pm
This group is for all who would like to broaden their knowledge of current national and international affairs. You will have the opportunity to discuss topical events and learn from others. Led by facilitator Dan Hall.
Afternoon Concert: WMS Jazz Band*RR
Thursday, May 16, 2:30pm
The Wilmington Middle School Jazz Band, under the direction of Anita DiLullo, will perform a wonderful, heartfelt concert. Come enjoy the talent of Wilmington youth!
Novel Ideas Book Group *RR
Thursday, May 16, 7pm
Featured Book: The All-Girl Filling Station’s Last Reunionby Fannie Flagg
Enjoy reading fiction? Join the library’s fiction book group led by Adult Services Librarian Kim Blakely. Please stop by the library to pick up a copy of the featured book.*Book Talkin’ with Eileen MacDougall (6:30 -7 pm)
English Conversation Group *RR
Thursday, May 16, 7pm-8 pm
Practice speaking English with fellow English language learners in a relaxed environment. Open to all ability levels. Led by ESL Teacher and Program Coordinator Susan MacDonald.
Kids & Teen Events
Baby Laptime *RR
Monday, May 13, 9:30 am
Join us for a morning of songs, tickles, bounces, and rhymes perfect for little pre-walking babies and their caregivers. Infants- 18 months
Exploration Station: Bees *RR
Monday, May 13, 10:30 am
Explore bees through hands on activities. Ages 3-5
Minecraft Mondays *RR
Monday, May 13, 3:45 pm
Come play Minecraft with other enthusiasts. Grades 1-5.
Art Adventures: Circle Weaving *RR
Tuesday, May 14, 3:45
Create your own masterpiece! Grades 1-5
Stuffed Animal Sleepover *RR
Wednesday, May 15, 6:30 pm
Bring a stuffed animal friend who would like to stay the night in the library. We’ll read a few stories and then make homemade beds and blankets for our stuffed animals. Before we leave we’ll tuck them in for the night. To see what they were up to overnight, look for pictures on the library’s Facebook page. Stuffed animals can be picked up anytime the following day. Ages 3+
First Look Book Group *RR
Thursday, May 16, 2:30 pm
Want to discover the next big thing in YA lit? First Look is for you! Hang out with other teen fiction aficionados, eat snacks, and read books hot off the presses! Choose a book to keep at every meeting.
Drop-In Storytime
Friday, May 17, 10 am
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 2-5 and one or more adults
R.E.A.D. Middle Grade Book Club *RR
Friday, May 17, 3:45 pm
Read, Eat and Discuss Riding Freedomby Pam Munoz Ryan. Pick up a copy at the library. Grades 4-5
Kids Kraft: Stained Glass Art *RR
Saturday, May 18, 2 pm
Have the opportunity to create pretty and colorful stained glass art! This craft is led by 3 Wilmington High School students. Grades 1-5
(NOTE: The above listings are from the Wilmington Memorial Library.)
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