WILMINGTON, MA — Below is a list of FREE upcoming library programs for adults, teens and kids submitted by 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
Cemetery Stroll *RR
Saturday, September 21, 10 am
Join us for a Cemetery Stroll, starting in the parking lot behind the library! This year’s Stroll will feature graves and stories related to Wilmington’s participation in and commemoration of the Civil War. Bring your walking shoes and enjoy a pleasant stroll in one of Wilmington’s most interesting historic locations. Led by Town Curator Terry McDermott.
Cookin’ the Books *RR
Monday, September 23, 12 pm
Featured Cookbook: Simpleby Yotem Ottolenghi
If you love to cook and enjoy talking about food and sharing recipes then this group is for you. Pick up a copy of the cookbook (or find a recipe from the book online), register on the library events calendar at wilmlibrary.org. and record your recipe. Bring your dish to the meeting and enjoy sampling everyone’s dishes!
Creative Writing Skill Group*RR
Tuesday, September 24, 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, September 25, 10 am
Featured Book: Rebeccaby Daphne DuMaurier
This book group discusses contemporary books, both fiction and non-fiction, led by Library Director Tina Stewart. Please stop by the library to pick up a copy of the featured book.
Black Holes at the Centers of Galaxies *RR
Thursday, September 26, 7 pm
The recent Event Horizon Telescope image of the black hole in the galaxy M87 confirmed what astronomers had suspected: super-massive black holes reside in the centers of all large galaxies. Alan Marscher, Professor of Astronomy at Boston University and member of the Event Horizon Telescope collaboration, will discuss how these extreme objects, which trap any matter or light that gets too close, actually create the most luminous phenomena in the universe.
Kids & Teen Events
Drop-In Baby Times
Saturday, September 21, 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
Pokemon Club *RR
Saturday, September 21, 3:30 pm
Join other Pokémon lovers to trade cards, play the game, and have fun! Grades 1+
Pumpkin Painting *RR
Monday, September 23, 10 am
Join us for a morning of pumpkin fun! We’ll read a pumpkin story, sing some pumpkin songs, and paint a pumpkin for you to take home! Ages 3-5
Minecraft Mondays *RR
Monday, September 23, 3:45 pm
Come play Minecraft with other enthusiasts. Grades 1-5.
PJ Storytime
Monday, September 23, 6:30 pm
Wear your snuggly pajamas and bring your favorite teddy bear or blanket and enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and more! Ages 2-5 and one or more adults
Egg Drop Challenge *RR
Tuesday, September 24, 3:45 pm
Can you design a container that will protect an egg from a fall? Come to the library to construct your contraption. You can bring your own materials or use ours. The library will supply the eggs! You’ll have 45 minutes to build and then we’ll see whose egg can survive as we drop them from the library’s second floor window. Grades K-5
College Financial Aid Workshop for Teens and Parents *RR
Tuesday, September 24, 7 pm
James Femia, a Certified College Planning Specialist with the National Institute of Certified Financial Planners, presents this free workshop addressing the financial aid process, necessary paperwork, and various strategies for paying for college. Grades 9-12 and parents
Crafternoons: Duct Tape Pennant Pencil Pouches *RR
Wednesday, September 25, 3:45 pm
Show off your Wilmington Wildcats spirit with a pennant pencil pouch perfect for storing your new school supplies! Grades 4-8
Music and More with Bernadette Baird *RR
Wednesday, September 25, 6:30 pm
Bernadette Baird presents music and movement for toddlers and young children through age three. Sing, play musical instruments and dance. Ages 1-3
Board Game Club *RR
Wednesday, September 25, 6:30-8:30 pm
Looking to learn, play, or create fun board games? Bring your favorite game or latest prototype and we’ll play together. Students and their adults welcome, registration encouraged! Grades 6-12
MCBA Middle Grade Book Club: New Kid by Jerry Craft *RR
Friday, September 27, 3:45 pm
Join this book club to read books nominated for the Massachusetts Children’s Book Award so that you can vote along with other kids all across Massachusetts for the year’s best book. At each meeting we will discuss the book, eat a snack and do a fun activity. Pick up a copy of the book at the library. Grades 4-6
Spot the Robot *RR
Saturday, September 28, 10 am
Boston Dynamics Spot “dog” robot is a four-legged machine designed for indoor and outdoor operation. It can go up and down stairs, navigate its way around a building, and even load a dishwasher! Come and see this amazing robot for yourself. There will be a short lecture in the conference room followed by an outside demonstration. Grades K+
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