WILMINGTON, MA — Below is a list of FREE upcoming programs for adults, teens and kids at the Wilmington Memorial Library.
Adult Programs
Bookends Book Group
Monday, July 24, 10am
This book group discusses contemporary books, both fiction and non-fiction, led by Library Associate Rebecca Lowe. Copies of the book are available at the library. July’s featured book is All the Lost Places by Amanda Dykes.
Drop-in Tech Help
Tuesday, July 25, 2pm
Wednesday, July 26, 2pm
Saturday, July 29, 2pm
Have a tech question that’s been bugging you? Stop by Drop-in Tech Help.
Game On!
Tuesday, July 25, 7pm
Play a number of board games under the guidance of gaming enthusiast Scot Crispin. All are welcome. Ages 12+
VIRTUAL Creative Writing Skills Group
Tuesday, July 25, 7pm
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.
Youth Programs
Wilmington Community Playgroup
Monday, July 24, 10am
The Community Teamwork Family Resource Network is here for 5-week playgroup sessions! Join us for our community playgroup where we will work on Early Literacy skills and much, much more! Ask us about any resources we can help provide for you and your family. Registration is for this day only. For more Community Playgroups, register for each date you’re available to attend. Ages 0-6, siblings welcome
Multiplayer Monday
Monday, July 24, 2pm
The Baldwin Room will be reserved for teens in grades 6-12 to use our Nintendo Switch and projector! Try out the latest games, play with friends, and make new ones. No registration required, just come by if you’re around! Grades 6-12
Talewise Science! Super Heroes: Saving Earth Together
Monday, July 24, 6:30pm
In this action-packed story, two unlikely heroes work together to save their town (and the planet) from a super-polluting mastermind! Throughout the adventure, volunteers will help the performer conduct several exciting science experiments that bring this story to life! Together we’ll explore Newton’s Laws of Motion, air pressure, chemical reactions, and more! Grades K-5
Family Craft Night: Piggy Banks
Wednesday, July 26, 6:30pm
Save money this summer in your brand new made-by-you piggy bank! Ages 3+ and their caregivers
Crafternoon: Decorated Light Switch Covers
Thursday, July 27, 3pm
Using washi tape, we will be upgrading plain white light switch covers into personalized, colorful pieces. Grades 4-8
Read to Stormy
Thursday, July 27, 5pm
Come read to Stormy, our new therapy dog who is excited to meet all of our patrons! Sign up for one 15 minute session per family. Siblings and caregivers are welcome. Grades K-6
Drop-in Storytime
Friday, July 28, 10am
Come enjoy this fun outdoor storytime that includes books, rhymes, music and movement! Ages 2-6
Paint Palooza!
Saturday, July 29, 2pm
Babies through 5 graders! Join us for our messiest event of the year! We’ll have paper and canvases to paint on with brushes, rollers, spikey balls, loofas and more at this sensory painting extravaganza! All ages
VIRTUAL D&D
Saturday, July 29, 3pm
Interested in finding out more about this fantasy tabletop role-playing game, or looking for a group to play with? Join us for a virtual campaign via Discord, a private server, every month with DM Mike! We use D&DBeyond to track and create our characters. Grades 6-8
Additional Information
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.
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