Below is a list of upcoming events from the Wilmington Memorial Library:
Adult Programs
Needleworkers at Night
Monday, May 13, 6pm
These nighttime sessions are perfect for anyone who does any kind of needle craft but can’t make it to Needleworkers during the day! Drop-in. This group meets every Monday in the cozy seating area of the first floor of the library.
Brad’s Hearing Aid Tech Recs
Monday, May 13, 6:30pm
Brad’s been wearing hearing aids for almost twenty years. If you wear them, too, or are thinking about getting them, come hear what technologies he finds helpful.
Cookin’ the Books
Tuesday, May 14, 12pm
If you love to cook and enjoy talking about food and sharing recipes then this group is for you. Pick up a copy of the cookbook (or find a recipe from the book online), register on the library events calendar and record your recipe. Bring your dish to the meeting and enjoy sampling everyone’s dishes! May’s featured cookbook is More is More by Molly Baz.
Drop-in Tech Help
Tuesday, May 14, 2pm
Wednesday, May 15, 2pm
Saturday, May 18, 2pm
Have a tech question that’s been bugging you? Stop by Drop-in Tech Help.
Container Garden Workshop
Thursday, May 16, 3pm
Join Master Flower Show Judge Kathy Leva for a hands on container garden workshop. Bring garden gloves and a small trowel if you have them.
Novel Ideas
Thursday, May 16, 6pm
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. May’s featured title is All That is Mine I Carry With Me by William Landay.
Needleworkers
Friday, May 17, 10am
This is a social group for those who do any kind of needle craft. Bring your knitting, crocheting, quilting, etc. and enjoy conversation and camaraderie. Drop-in.
VIRTUAL Poetry Circle
Saturday, May 18, 9:15am
Do you enjoy writing poetry? Want input on your work? If so, this group is for you. Led by local writing enthusiast, Barbara Alevras. If you are interested in attending this event, please email Adult Services Librarian Erin Driscoll at adultservices@wilmlibrary.org.
Dogs With Jobs: Therapy Dog Zena
Saturday, May 18, 10am
Come meet Zena, Wilmington Police Department’s Health & Recovery Unit Therapy Dog! Her handler Samantha Cavanaugh will talk about Zena’s work aiding residents of Wilmington who have struggles with mental health, substance use, other behavioral health – or are just having a hard day. Zena loves bringing smiles to faces, letting new friends pet her, and learning new things.
Youth Programs
Wilmington Community Playgroup
Monday, May 13, 10am
The Community Teamwork Family Resource Network is here weekly! Join CTI for a community playgroup where we’ll work on Early Literacy skills and much, much more! Ask CTI about any resources they 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
Kids’ Book Cafe
Monday, May 13, 6pm
A book tasting for students in Grades 3-5. Sample a variety of books, both fiction and nonfiction, revolving around the same genre or theme. Each session will include either a themed snack or activity! Grades 3-5
Preschool Storytime
Tuesday, May 14, 10am
Join us at our Preschool Storytime! This program includes books, rhymes, music and movement. Ages 3-6
VIRTUAL Finalizing the College Tuition Bill
Tuesday, May 14, 7pm
The deposits are in, orientation is on the calendar, and we need to pay the bill now. This session will review the various strategies for parents to resolve the tuition bill before the September move-in dates. Attendees will examine the 2024-2025 Financing Checklist outlining specific programs available from their college, private lenders, and family resources to ensure no stone is left uncovered. Teens and adults
Time for Twos
Wednesday, May 15, 10am
Join us at our Time for Twos! This program includes books, rhymes, music and movement. Age 2
Bilingual Story Hour
Wednesday, May 15, 3pm
The Community Teamwork Family Resource Network is here weekly! Practice using your home language with us! Our staff will be here with an interpreter speaking Haitian Creole. At our playgroup we will work on Early Literacy skills and more! Ask CTI about any resources they can help provide for you and your family. Ages 0-6 and their caregivers
Girls Who Code
Wednesday, May 15, 6pm
Girls Who Code is an organization that aims to close the gender gap in STEM fields by teaching girls to code. Over the twelve weeks you’ll learn about coding, women in the STEM fields, and work together to code your own project. Grades 3-5
Poetry Night
Wednesday, May 15, 6pm
Come celebrate this year’s Poetry Contest winners with a poetry reading! Winners were selected by a panel of judges in the following categories: Adult, High School, Middle School, and Elementary School Grades Kindergarten through 5th. Winners are welcome to attend, as well as any participants, friends, family, or poetry lovers! All ages
Baby Time
Thursday, May 16, 10am
Join us at our Baby Time! This program includes books, rhymes, music and movement. Ages 0-23 months
Manga Tryouts
Thursday, May 16, 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
Teen Book Boxes: Mindfulness
Friday, May 17, All Day
If you signed up for a Book Box in April, stop by the library to pick up your box! Grades 6-12
Drop-in Storytime
Friday, May 17, 10:30am
Join us at our Drop-In Storytimes! This program includes books, rhymes, music and movement. Ages 2-6
Switch It Up! Video Game Club
Friday, May 17, 3:45pm
Love video games? Come to this once-a-month video game club to play Switch games with friends! Grades 1-5
Preschool Art Show Reception
Saturday, May 18, 2pm
Starting on Saturday, May 18th, artwork by Wilmington’s tiniest artists will be on display in the Stewart Room until Saturday, June 1st. There will be a reception with snacks and refreshments to celebrate the artwork at 2pm on Saturday, May 18th. All ages
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.
Drop by the library on Saturday, May 18th at 2pm for our Preschool Art Show Exhibition! Enjoy refreshments and the beautiful art of the tiny, talented artists of Wilmington! Artwork will be on display in the Stewart Room from Saturday, May 18th until Saturday, June 1st.
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