WILMINGTON, MA — Below is a lineup of upcoming events at the Wilmington Memorial Library:
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 Youth). Please note we request registration for programs that are marked *RR. Adult programs are recommended for those 16 years of age and older. Thank you to the Friends of the Library for program funding support!
Adult Events
Road Scholar Travel *RR
Thursday, January 2, 7 pm
Road Scholar is America’s first and the world’s largest educational travel organization for adults. It offers more than 5,500 programs in all 50 states and 150 countries worldwide. Speaker Donna Brock is a seasoned Road Scholar participant and Road Scholar Ambassador. Find out how you can begin traveling and learning with this wonderful organization.
Pints + Pages Book Group*RR
January 2, 7 pm
Featured Book: Reader’s Choice
Location: Rocco’s Restaurant in Wilmington
Social book group geared towards readers in their 20’s and 30’s. Instead of discussing a particular book this month, share your latest favorite reads, watches & listens, plus get great recommendations from others. Bring along at least two (books, movies, series, podcasts, etc.) to share! If you do not have it in hand, that’s okay! Just remember the title.
Fiction Critique Group*RR
Saturday, January 4, 9:15 am
Love writing fiction? Whether you are drafting a short story or a novel, joining our Critique Group is a great opportunity to meet other writers 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 before the meeting. Open to all experience levels writing in all genres. Led by local writing enthusiast, Barbara Alevras.
Lessons from the Blue Zones *RR
Monday, January 6, 2:30 pm
This program presents the latest research on the physiology of aging and longevity enhancement by exploring four areas of the world where people live the longest (Blue Zones). Explore the role of genetics in aging and how lifestyle choices affect the expression of our genes. Discover how to create a plan or “roadmap” that will incorporate this important research and protect your most important asset: your health and vitality. This program benefits all ages but is particularly important for folks at mid-life (age 50-75). Presented by Paula Koppel, a registered nurse, geriatric nurse practitioner, and founder of Age Well Be Well. This program is brought to you with federal funds provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Kids & Teen Events
Human Battleship *RR
Saturday, December 28, 11 am-12 pm
This adored board game comes to life at the library! Sign up for a 15-minute session, playing against your family, friends, and neighbors. The first team to have all their members hit is sunk! All Ages
Board Game Tournament
Saturday, December 28, 1:30-4:30 pm
The WML’s own Board Game Club will host their first-ever mixed game tournament at the library! Play games from home or use ours for a chance to win prizes and get your team on the leaderboard. Hot chocolate provided. All Ages
Minecraft Mondays *RR
Monday, December 30, 3:45 pm
Come play Minecraft with other enthusiasts. Grades 1-5.
Noon Year’s Eve *RR
Tuesday, December 31, 11 am
Ring in the New Year a little early! We’ll make party hats and noise makers, have some fun snacks and make some noise as we watch the ball drop and count down until noon. Grades Kindergarten-5
LEGO Building
Thursday, January 2, 3:45 pm
Build a unique LEGO creation. Kindergarten+
Drop-In Baby Times
Saturday, January 4, 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
Stories and Sweets
Saturday, January 4, 10:30 am
Start your Saturday morning with great stories (and songs and rhymes) and a few sweet treats at this special family storytime. Ages 2-5 and one or more adults.
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Tournament *RR
Grades 1-3
Saturday, January 4, 2 pm
Calling all Switch gamers! Duke it out for the title of Mario Kart Master.
Holiday Hours
Tuesday, December 31, Library closes at 5pm
Wednesday, January 1, Library is closed. Happy New Year
Book Store Next Door will be closed until Saturday, January 4. Please note that the Book Store Next Door is closed on Wednesdays in January and February and open on Saturdays 10 am to 4 pm.
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