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Below is a list of upcoming events from the Wilmington Memorial Library:

Adult Programs

Needleworkers at Night
Monday, October 16, 6:30pm
Can’t make it to Needleworkers during the day? We’ve added evening sessions on the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month. Bring your knitting, crocheting, quilting, etc. and enjoy a little conversation and camaraderie. Drop in.

Drop-in Tech Help
Tuesday, October 17, 2pm
Wednesday, October 18, 2pm
Saturday, October 21, 2pm
Have a tech question that’s been bugging you? Stop by Drop-in Tech Help.

Game On!
Tuesday, October 17, 7pm
Play a number of board games under the guidance of gaming enthusiast Scot Crispin. All are welcome. Ages 12+

VIRTUAL 50+ Job Seekers
Wednesday, October 18, 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!

Local Leaders: Stories of Growing Up Italian American
Wednesday, October 18, 7pm
Join State Representative Paul Donato and General Manager of the North Shore Music Theater Karen Nascembeni for their stories of growing up Italian American in Massachusetts.

Tarot Workshop with the Tarot Collective
Thursday, October 19, 2:30pm
Join Leeza Masia from The Tarot Collective for a Tarot Talk workshop. We will talk about how tarot cards can be a wonderful tool for self-reflection & self-discovery, as well as intuitive development. Tarot reading encourages us to reflect on ideas that can help develop a sense of who we are and where we are on our life’s journey.

Novel Ideas Book Group
Thursday, October 19, 7pm
Enjoy reading fiction? Join the library’s fiction book group led by Adult Services Librarian Erin Driscoll. Please stop by the library to pick up a copy of the featured book. October’s featured book is The Saturday Evening Girls Club by Jane Healey.

Needleworkers
Friday, October 20, 10am
This is a social group for those who do any kind of needle craft. Bring your knitting, crocheting, quilting, etc. and enjoy a little conversation and camaraderie. Drop in.

VIRTUAL Poetry Circle
Saturday, October 21, 9:15am
Do you enjoy writing poetry? Want input on your work? If so, this group is for you. 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.

Armchair Travel to Sicily
Saturday, October 21, 11am
Join Jeff Klapes, the Traveling Librarian, for an armchair journey to northern Sicily. Sitting at the crossroads of the Mediterranean, Sicily has been influenced by many different cultures throughout its history. While it is a region of Italy, the island has a distinct culture, dialect, cuisine, and attitude that make it a place apart. We’ll start in Taormina, climb Mount Etna, and follow the northern coast to Palermo, the capital, and some of the beautiful towns of the west coast.

Youth Programs

Wilmington Community Playgroup
Monday, October 16, 10am
The Community Teamwork Family Resource Network is here weekly! 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. The first playgroup of every month will focus on infants and toddlers. Ages 0-6, siblings welcome

Switch it Up! Video Game Club
Monday, October 16, 3:45pm
Love video games? Love Nintendo Switch? Come to this once-a-month video game club to play your favorite Switch games with friends! Grades 1-5

Manga Tryouts
Thursday, October 19, 3:30pm
Have a say in manga purchased for the teen collection with this new club! During each meeting, we’ll sample 1st volumes of different manga, and vote on whether it should be added to WML’s collection. Grades 6-12

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.

Museum Passes
The library has discounted passes to your favorite Massachusetts museums, attractions, and state parks. Find the full list on our website!

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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