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
Apollo 11 Documentary *RR
Saturday, July 20, 2:30
Relive the excitement of the moon landing moon landing by watching the documentary, Apollo 11. This film was crafted from a newly discovered trove of 65mm footage, and more than 11,000 hours of uncatalogued audio recordings, the film takes viewers straight to the heart of NASA’s most celebrated mission, the one that first put men on the moon, and forever made Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin into household names. Enjoy a MoonPie and Tang while you watch!
Moon Landing History and Science *RR
Tuesday, July 23, 7 pm
Celebrate the 50thAnniversary of the Moon Landing with NASA Ambassador, Caity Sullivan. She will discuss the history and science related to the Apollo 11 lunar landing mission along with the astronauts on this mission, the attitudes surrounding the space race, and the state of NASA at the time.
Creative Writing Skill Group *RR
Tuesday, July 23, 7 pm
Learn and apply creative writing tips, tools, and techniques shared by published authors and other writing experts. Open to all who want to improve their creative writing skills and get their work published. Led by local writing enthusiast Barbara Alevras.
Well Read Wednesday Book Group *RR
Wednesday, July 24, 10 am
Featured Book: Gone So Longby Andre Dubus III
This novel is a compelling story of a father trying to connect with a daughter whom he has not seen since he murdered her mother forty years ago. An Andre Dubus III novel is a slow burn — never so searing that you can’t turn the page, but incrementally hotter each time you do. ( From Review in AP News). Pick up a copy of the book at the library and join us for a discussion prior to the author’s visit to the library.
Author Talk: Andre Dubus III *RR
Thursday, July 25, 7 pm
Andre Dubus III is the author of seven books including three New York Times bestsellers. His most recent is Gone So Long (2018). House of Sand and Fogwas a #1 New York Times bestseller, a fiction finalist for the National Book Award, the Los Angeles Times Book Prize, and Booksense Book of the Year, and was an Oprah Book Club Selection, and was adapted into an Academy Award-nominated motion picture starring Ben Kingsley and Jennifer Connelly. The Garden of Last Daysis soon to be a major motion picture. His memoir,Townie, was a #4 New York Times bestseller and a New York Times Editors Choice. Dirty Lovewas chosen as a Notable Book and Editors’ Choice from the New York Times. His books are published in over twenty-five languages. Book signing and sales to follow talk.
Author Talk-Meredith Goldstein *RR
Thursday, August 1, 7 pm
Meredith Goldstein is an advice columnist and features reporter for The Boston Globe. Her column, Love Letters, is a daily dispatch of wisdom for the lovelorn. Meredith’s books include her memoir, Can’t Help Myself: Lessons and Confessions from a Modern Advice Columnist, Chemistry Lessons, andThe Singles. Book signing and sales to follow talk.
Kids & Teens
Intergalactic Amazing Race *RR
Friday, July 19, 2-4 pm
Compete across the universe! Clues provided in each leg of the race lead to “pit stops” in the solar system, which teams must complete before zooming off to the next planet. Quickest team to return to earth wins! Grades 4-8
Little Movers *RR
Monday, July 22, 10 am
Let’s move! Join us for a morning of singing, dancing, and moving around! Ages 1-2
Tie Dye *RR
Monday, July 22, 3 pm
Bring your own t-shirt, towel, or pair of white cotton socks to tie dye outside. Please wear sunscreen and clothes you don’t mind getting stained. All ages.
Wingmasters: North American Birds of Prey *RR
Monday, July 22, 6:30 pm
This presentation, which incorporates five live birds, gives an overview of eagles, hawks, falcons, and owls. The program is designed to explain predation, the birds’ place at the top of the food web, their different hunting adaptations and their status in a rapidly changing world. Because many birds of prey are declining in number, this presentation also features one or more of the endangered raptors that we care for, and explains why these species face an uncertain future. Ages 4+
Travel Club: Japan *RR
Tuesday, July 23, 3 pm
Join us as we explore the food, language, and culture of different countries around the world. We’ll play games, do a craft, and have a snack. Grades 1-5
(NOTE: The above listings are from the Wilmington Memorial Library.)
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