LIBRARY NEWS: Wilmington Library To Hold 14 Programs Next Week; End Of Summer Bash Set For August 8

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

Adult Programs

Learn to Cross Stitch
Monday, July 29, 6pm
New to needlework? Head of Circulation Lisa Crispin will teach you the basics in this workshop. Materials provided.

Needleworkers at Night
Monday, July 29, 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! This group meets every Monday night in the cozy seating area on the first floor of the Library.

Drop-in Tech Help
Tuesday, July 30, 2pm
Wednesday, July 31, 2pm
Saturday, August 3, 2pm
Have a tech question that’s been bugging you? Stop by Drop-in Tech Help.

VIRTUAL Fiction Critique Group
Saturday, August 3, 9:15am
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. Open to all experience levels writing in all genres. 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.

Fixit Clinic
Saturday, August 3, 1pm
What is a Fixit Clinic? It’s a community event where people bring their broken household items and learn how to fix them with handy volunteers! Interested in volunteering? Email adultservices@wilmlibrary.org!

Youth Programs

Wilmington Community Playgroup
Monday, July 29, 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

Ukulele Workshop with David Maloof
Monday, July 29, 5:30pm
Learn to play ukulele – borrow one at the event, or bring your own! Sing & strum along to pop, children’s, Beatles, country, rock ’n’ roll, and world music. Learn about ukulele history, parts and types and take home a Ukulele Song and Info Sheet. All ages

Outdoor Preschool Storytime
Tuesday, July 30, 10am
Join us at our Preschool Storytime outside in the Peggy Kane Reading Garden! This program includes books, rhymes, music and movement. Ages 3-6

Life Skills with the Academy of Traditional Karate
Tuesday, July 30, 6pm
Join the Academy of Traditional Karate in this fun and interactive class! Children will learn basic karate moves, burn some energy moving, and talk about important life skills like focus, respect and stranger safety. Ages 5-12

Outdoor Time for Twos
Wednesday, July 31, 10am
Join us at Time for Twos outside in the Peggy Kane Reading Garden! This program includes books, rhymes, music and movement. Age 2

Family Movie Night: The Lorax
Wednesday, July 31, 5pm
Wear your pjs and bring something comfy to sit on for this special library event! Watch a movie and enjoy delicious popcorn! All ages

Outdoor Baby Time
Thursday, August 1, 10am
Join us at Baby Time outside in the Peggy Kane Reading Garden! This program includes books, rhymes, music and movement. Ages 0-23 months

Tie Dye
Thursday, August 1, 3pm
Get messy and bring a piece of clothing or fabric to tie dye at the library! The fun family tradition is back! This year, bring something white – a shirt, socks, a hand towel, a headband – and tie dye with us on the front lawn of the library! All ages

LEGO Building
Friday, August 2. 3:30pm
Build with LEGOs at the same time as other LEGO fans and display what you make in the library! Grades K-5

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.

SummerBash

Join us on the Town Common on August 8th to celebrate the end of another fun summer with library raffles, lawn games, food trucks, and live music! This year, enjoy a performance by Steve Blunt & Friends, an award winning musical trio who invite all to sing and dance along to their music!

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