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
Poetry Circle
Saturday, October 19, 9:15 am-11:30 am
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.
Welcome to Wilmington Reception
Monday, October 21, 6pm-8pm (drop-in)
Are you new to Wilmington or have you lived here for a while and wish to know more about the community? Then please come to the Welcome to Wilmington Reception. Representatives from Town Departments, community groups, and local businesses will be on hand to welcome you and answer questions. This program is in collaboration with the Wilmington-Tewksbury Chamber of Commerce.
Journey into the Paranormal with S.P.I.R.I.T.S. of New England *RR
Tuesday, October 22, 7 pm
Join seasoned investigators Jack Kenna and Ellen MacNeil of the Supernatural, Paranormal, Investigations, Research, Intuitive Truth Society (S.P.I.R.I.T.S.) of New England (featured on Travel Channel’s Haunted Case Filesand A Haunting), as they recount their spine-tingling investigations around New England. Jack and Ellen will also weigh in on Wilmington’s own Market Basket ghost, and answer and advise your haunting questions! A book sale and signing will follow the lecture.
Creative Writing Skill Group*RR
Tuesday, October 22, 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, October 23, 10 am
Featured Book: Emily Aloneby Stewart O’Nan
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.
Halloween Concert *RR
Thursday, October 24, 7 pm
This concert featuring the talented trio Solstice Sackbuts will be chock full of spooky musical classics and Halloween favorites. Their repertoire will include pieces such as Danse Macabre, In the Hall of the Mountain King, Funeral March of a Marionette (theme music from Alfred Hitchcock Presents), as well as selections from The Phantom of the Opera and from television and movies. Sponsored in part by a grant from the Wilmington Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.
Kids & Teen Events
Humans vs. Zombies *RR
Friday, October 18, 6:30-8 pm
The super popular, internationally epic game of tag returns to Wilmington as a library-friendly version played after hours. BYO foam dart blasters. Socks and bandanas provided. Grades 4-8
Baby Laptime *RR
Monday, October 21, 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: Autumn *RR
Monday, October 21, 10:30 am
Explore science through hands on activities. Ages 3-5
Cultures & Communities: Sugar Skulls and Papel Picado *RR
Tuesday, October 22, 2:30-4 pm
Decorate vibrant sugar skulls and create perforated paper banners to celebrate Día de Los Muertos. Grades 9-12
Crafternoon: Zombie Barbies *RR
Wednesday, October 23, 3:45 pm
Create a spooky, ghoulish, or downright horrifying Zombie Barbie with acrylic paint, fake blood, and plastic BRAINS! Dolls provides, but please feel free to upcycle your own damaged one if you’d prefer. Grades 4-8
Music and More with Bernadette Baird *RR
Wednesday, October 23, 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, October 23, 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
Toto the Tornado Kitten *RR
Thursday, October 24, 10 am
Meet Toto the Cat and author Jonathan Hall for a reading of their book, Toto the Tornado Kitten. This incredible story is based on real life events: how Toto survived the 2011 Brimfield, Massachusetts tornado! Children will get to meet and pet Toto after the story. Ages 3+
Like Wilmington Apple on Facebook. Follow Wilmington Apple on Twitter. Follow Wilmington Apple on Instagram. Subscribe to Wilmington Apple’s daily email newsletter HERE. Got a comment, question, photo, press release, or news tip? Email wilmingtonapple@gmail.com
Wilmington Apple 