LIBRARY LINEUP: Sign Up For Summer Reading Program Beginning June 17; Big Wheels Touch-A-Truck Event On June 23

WILMINGTON, MA — Below is a list of FREE upcoming programs for adults, teens and kids at the Wilmington Memorial Library.

Annual Summer Reading Program: “Find Your Voice”

“Find Your Voice” this summer by signing up for the library’s annual summer reading program. Readers of all ages can register on the library’s website at wilmlibrary.org or in person. You can earn prizes by reading just a few minutes each day. Read 15 days this summer and receive a free book. Read 30 days and earn a free ice cream from Dandylions in Reading. You can also enter into our raffle for a Bose Bluetooth speaker or a Museum of Science Premier Pass. Make reading a part of your summer plans!

Adult Programs

Drop-in Tech Help
Tuesday, June 20, 2pm
Wednesday, June 21, 2pm
Saturday, June 24, 2pm
Have a tech question that’s been bugging you? Stop by Drop-in Tech Help.

VIRTUAL 50+ Job Seekers
Wednesday, June 21, 9:30am
If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your “Encore Career”, this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!

Author Talk: Sasha Issenberg – The Engagement
Thursday, June 22, 7pm
On June 26, 2015, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that state bans on gay marriage were unconstitutional, making same-sex unions legal across the United States. But the road to that momentous decision was much longer than many know. In his book The Engagement, author Sasha Issenberg vividly guides us through same-sex marriage’s unexpected path from the unimaginable to the inevitable.

Youth Programs

Lil Bookworms Book Club
Wednesday, June 21, 3:45pm
A book club for students in Kindergarten through Grade 2, featuring books, reading comprehension, and an activity! Grades K-2

Family Craft Night: Pride Crafts
Wednesday, June 21, 6:30pm
Celebrate Pride Month with all kinds of crafts like kindness rocks, Perler beads, and friendship bracelets! Ages 3+ and their caregivers

Crafternoon DIY: Temporary Tattoos
Thursday, June 22, 3pm
Design and print your own temporary tattoos at this Crafternoon! Grades 4-8

Big Wheels
Friday, June 23, 10am
Check out fire engines, construction vehicles, police cars and more! Climb inside and ask their operators questions. Thanks to the Town of Wilmington’s Departments of Public Works, Fire, and Police for making this event possible. All ages

Teen Book Club
Saturday, June 24, 2pm
Join us for June Teen Book Club! Book TBD, copies will be available at the Youth Desk. Grades 9-12

Additional Information

Library Redesign Project Update

The first floor of the library will be closed during the week of June 12, June 19 and June 26 while the redesign project is being implemented. Books and public computers on the first floor will not be accessible during this time. The second floor will remain open and the following services will be available at this location.

· Holds pick up and checkout
· Museum pass pick up
· Copying and printing
· Hot Book Titles and Hot DVD Titles

If you have any questions, please feel free to call the library at 978-658-2967. Thank you for your patience.

Book Store Next Door

The Book Store Next Door is open on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 10am to 4pm. Shop discount books! Paperbacks for $1 and hardcovers for $2. The Book Store is staffed by volunteers from the Friends of the Library and all proceeds help support library programs.

WML In-Person Programming

Registration is required for most in-person programs. Please check our website on the day of the program to confirm location. Masks are no longer required for vaccinated patrons while visiting the library.

WML Virtual Programming

The library continues to offer a variety of virtual events. Please note that registration is required in order to receive the Zoom link. Go to wilmlibrary.org to register or call 978-658-2967.

Big Wheels

On Friday, June 23rd, check out fire engines, construction vehicles, police cars and more at our Big Wheels event! Climb inside and ask their operators questions. Thank you to the Town of Wilmington’s Departments of Public Works, Fire, and Police for making this event possible!

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