Below is a list of upcoming events from the Wilmington Memorial Library:
Adult Programs
Needleworkers at Night
Monday, December 16, 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. Now meeting every Monday in the cozy seating area on the first floor of the Library.
HYBRID DEI Book Group
Monday, December 16, 6:30pm
The current book is The Deviant’s War by Eric Cervini. This meeting will cover chapter 15 through the epilogue (140 pages). This meeting can be attended in person or virtually via Zoom.
Drop-in Tech Help
Tuesday, December 17, 2pm
Wednesday, December 18, 2pm
Saturday, December 21, 2pm
Have a tech question that’s been bugging you? Stop by Drop-in Tech Help.
VIRTUAL 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group
Wednesday, December 18, 9:30am
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative’s 50+ Job Seekers Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. This week’s topic (December 18) is Marketing Plan.
Afternoon Diamond Painting
Thursday, December 19, 2:30pm
Learn how to make your own “diamond-painted” snowflake magnet with Marketing Librarian and diamond-painting enthusiast, Mary.
Novel Ideas
Thursday, December 19, 6:30pm
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. This month’s featured book is My Brilliant Friend by Elena Ferrante.
Needleworkers
Friday, December 20, 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.
Youth Programs
Wilmington Community Playgroup
Monday, December 16, 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
Drop-in Pajama Storytime
Monday, December 16, 6pm
Wear your coziest winter pajamas and join us at our Drop-In Pajama Storytime! We’ll read books and dance along to music and rhymes! Ages 2-6
Pop-Tart Candy Cottages
Tuesday, December 17, 6:30pm
Join us for a WML tradition: crafting delicious candy cottages out of Pop-Tarts in this wintry, sugary program! Grades 6-12
Gingerbread House Making! (Waitlist Only)
Wednesday, December 18, 3:45pm
Decorate your very own gingerbread house with graham crackers and candy! Kids can use frosting and graham crackers to construct a house of their own design! Optional: To make your structure stronger and make the construction process easier, attendees can bring a milk carton (8 fl oz or smaller) to use as a base. Kids of all ages
Gingerbread House Making! (Waitlist Only)
Wednesday, December 18, 6pm
Decorate your very own gingerbread house with graham crackers and candy! Kids can use frosting and graham crackers to construct a house of their own design! Optional: To make your structure stronger and make the construction process easier, attendees can bring a milk carton (8 fl oz or smaller) to use as a base. Kids of all ages
Manga Tryouts
Thursday, December 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
Read to Stormy
Thursday, December 19, 4pm
Come practice your reading skills with Therapy Dog, Stormy! Sign up for one 15-minute session per child or family. Grades K-6
Switch It Up! Video Game Club
Friday, December 20, 3:45pm
Love video games? Come to this once-a-month video game club to play Switch games with friends! Grades 1-5
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.
Register now for Pop-Tart Candy Cottages on Tuesday, December 17th at 6:30pm! Students in grades 6-12 can join us for a WML tradition: crafting delicious candy cottages out of Pop-Tarts!
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