WILMINGTON, MA — Below are 5 things to do in Wilmington on Saturday, August 17, 2019:
#1) Wilmington Rotary Club’s Community Ice Bucket Challenge
August is designated “Ice Bucket Challenge Month” until a cure for A.L.S. is found. Last year’s enormous success was terrific, but further monies are needed for continuing the research into curing this hideous disease. Towards that end, the Wilmington Rotary Club will be holding the fifth Community Wide Ice Bucket Challenge on Saturday, August 17, 2019 at 9am. The Challenge will be held, rain or shine, at Rotary Park and everyone is welcome to come and join with Rotarians for this Challenge.
A.L.S., commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects the nerve cells in the Brain and Spinal Cord, and is always fatal. Unfortunately too many of us have been visited by this disease, through family, neighbors or friends.
Perhaps you did the Challenge last year or perhaps this would be your first time? Please plan on joining us either as a participant, or spectator. People of all ages will be able to join in the fun. We will have plenty of buckets, ice and water. If you have a favorite bucket, please bring it. As this is a fund raising event for A.L.S. research, we ask that you bring a donation of any amount with you on August 19th.
If unfortunately you’re unable to join with us, donations in any amount can be sent to Wilmington Rotary Club, P. O. Box 503, Wilmington, MA 01887 or https://theangelfund.org/ and please respond ”Wilmington Rotary” in the message section. Be assured that 100 % of all funds raised will be donated toward Angel Fund for A.L.S. research.
#2) Academy Of Traditional Karate’s Open House Carnival
Academy of Traditional Karate (155 West Street, Suite 5, Wilmington) is holding an Open House Carnival on Saturday, August 17, 2019, from 11:30am to 1:30pm.
At 10am, the Academy will have Open House introductory lessons for new students. Students can try a class, learn about the program and get enrolled. Enrollment discounts will be available.
From 11:30am to 1:30pm, spend time having fun at the dojo, featuring an outdoor yard games, pizza, a moon bounce, and more! There will be a suggested $5 donation entry fee that will go to Autism Speaks and Wounded Warriors charities.
Regular 9am and 10am classes will be held. 11:15am and noon classes can come and enjoy the carnival instead. Friends are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Please RSVP on Facebook if you plan to attend.
#3) MSPCA Waiving Adoption Fees
As visitors prepare to flood animal shelters across the country during NBC Universal’s one-day “Clear the Shelters” adoption promotion on Saturday, August 17, 2019, the MSPCA-Angell announced it will drop adoption fees for its most challenging-to-place animals in a bid to find them all homes on the day. Read more HERE.
#4) Poetry Circle At Wilmington Library
The Wilmington Memorial Library (175 Middlesex Avenue) is holding its monthly Poetry Circle at 9:15am. Do you enjoy writing poetry? Want input on your work? If so, this group is for you. 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. Register HERE.
#5) Book Store Next Door Open
The Friends of the Wilmington Memorial Library’s Book Store Next Door (183 Middlesex Avenue) is open from 10am to 4pm. All books are $2 or less! Every penny of every sale benefits the Wilmington Memorial Library. Learn more HERE.
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