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
Intro to iPads *RR
Tuesday, November 12, 10 am
Topics such as connecting to a new wireless network, what different gestures do, and borrowing e-books will be covered. Bring your iPad for hands-on experience.
Shutterfly for the Holidays *RR
Wednesday, November 13, 7 pm
Get a jump on the holidays! Assistant Children’s Librarian Victoria Oatis will show you how to use Shutterfly to turn your personal photos into gifts. Bring photos you would like to use on a flash drive.
Local History: Football Rivalry *RR
Thursday, November 14, 7 pm
This program will be held at the Tewksbury Library
Since 1935 the Wilmington and Tewksbury high school football teams have played each other in the annual Thanksgiving Day football game creating many memories along the way. Jamie Pote, longtime Wilmington/Tewksbury Town Crier Sports Editor, will moderate a panel discussion comprised of former athletic directors, coaches and players spanning several generations.
Poetry Circle *RR
Saturday, November 16, 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.
Boston Typewriter Orchestra *RR
Saturday, November 16, 2:30 pm
This is your chance to come and see and hear typewriters make music! Boston Typewriter Orchestra, or BTO, a Boston-based musical group summons the distinctive chirping noise of old manual typewriters to create catchy rhythms. Don’t miss this unique intergenerational event—appropriate for toddlers on up to the young at heart.
Kids & Teen Events
Thanksgiving CRAFT-A-THON! *RR
Tuesday, November 12, 3:45 pm
During this craft-a-thon we’ll complete three decorations for your Thanksgiving table: turkey candy dishes, a thankful tree, and sock turkeys! Grades 1-5
Read to Thor *RR
Tuesday, November 12, 5-6:30
Come read to Thor, a beautiful dog who loves to listen to kids read! Sign up for one 15 minute session per reader. Grades K-5
Star Mag *RR
Wednesday, November 13, 3:45 pm
Calling all kid writers and artists! Drop in to help create this magazine written by, for and about kids, and published by the library. Grades 3-6.
Kindergarten Book Club *RR
Thursday, November 14, 3:45
This book club is for Kindergarteners who miss storytime or those who love to be read to. We will read and discuss a few books together, then do a fun activity.
Drop-In Storytime
Friday, November 15, 10 am
Drop in for stories, songs, rhymes and a fun craft! Ages 2-5 and one or more adults
MCBA Middle Grade Book Club: Maxi’s Secrets by Lynn Plourde *RR
Friday, November 15, 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
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