Below is information from the Wilmington Memorial Library:
Adult Programs
Needleworkers at Night
Monday, February 10, 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 on the first floor of the library.
Cookin’ the Books
Tuesday, February 11, 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! This month’s featured cookbook is Company: The Radically Casual Art of Cooking for Others by Amy Thielen.
Drop-in Tech Help
Tuesday, February 11, 2pm
Wednesday, February 12, 2pm
Saturday, February 15, 2pm
Have a tech question that’s been bugging you? Stop by Drop-in Tech Help.
Craft & Chat (Waitlist Only)
Wednesday, February 12, 6pm
Enjoy making a craft while socializing with others! This craft group meets the second Wednesday of the month at 6:30pm. All craft supplies are provided. This month’s featured craft is a Heart Filled Envelope.
VIRTUAL Playful Pathways: Parent Book Club
Wednesday, February 12, 7pm
Over the course of 2025, we will be reading chapters of Ellen Galinsky’s book The Mind in the Making. Because this event will be held via Zoom, children are welcome to be in attendance. A copy of the book will be provided for 20 registrants, however, if the program fills up and you would still like to attend, please feel free to register for the waitlist and acquire the book or borrow it from the library system. An email with the link will be sent to the registered and waitlisted attendees at least one hour before the event. The Zoom link will be the same for each month of the program. This program is recommended for parents and caregivers of children ages 0-5.
Fun & Function of iPhone 15 & 16
Thursday, February 13, 2:30pm
See what Apple Intelligence features were just introduced on iPhone 15 & 16, including making your own emojis & image editing. New to iPhone or looking to learn? This interactive workshop is for you. This program is for teens and adults.
Coffeehouse Concert Series: Joe Leary
Thursday, February 13, 6:30pm
Come in from the cold for an acoustic night out with Joe Leary! A longtime seasoned performer, Joe Leary has that way of bringing your musical memories to life as he takes you on a journey with the classic acoustic music from the 60’s & 70’s (Eagles, Jimmy Buffett, Gordon Lightfoot, Jim Croce, John Denver, Sam Cooke, Neil Young, Eric Clapton, Harry Chapin, Van Morrison, Bob Dylan and more). A graduate of Berklee College of Music and an accomplished Music Educator, Joe has spent the past 45 years of his life dedicated to music education. Relax, reminisce and reflect as Joe Leary brings us back with acoustic musical memories.
Needleworkers
Friday, February 14, 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, February 15, 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.
Paint Your Partner
Saturday, February 15, 2:30pm
Have you ever wanted to try the “Paint Your Partner” social media trend? Bring your loved one (or friend! whoever!) and paint each other’s portraits. Head of Youth Services Nicole Chevalier will be on hand to offer some painting pointers. Materials and mocktails will be provided. Please sign up as a duo with one registrant and one guest.
Youth Programs
Bilingual Story Hour
Monday, February 10, 10am
Practice using your home language or learning a new language with the Community Teamwork Family Resource Network! Ages 0-6 and their caregivers
STEAM Team
Monday, February 10, 6pm
Learn and have fun at the same time in this engaging STEAM program! Grades K-5
Tinkercad and 3D Printing for Teens
Monday, February 10, 7pm
Come watch a bookmark be 3D Printed and design your own in Tinkercad. Due to time constraints, your bookmark will be printed later. Feel free to bring your own laptop. Grades 6-12
Preschool Storytime
Tuesday, February 11, 10am
Join us at our Preschool Storytime! This program includes books, rhymes, music and movement. Ages 3-6
DnD 101 for Teens
Tuesday, February 11, 6pm
Starting in January, new players who wish to join our library campaign (or who just want to learn about the world’s most popular roleplaying game) should attend our new 101 sessions, held monthly. Grades 6-12
Time for Twos
Wednesday, February 12, 10am
Join us at our Time for Twos! This program includes books, rhymes, music and movement. Age 2
Baby Time
Thursday, February 13, 10am
Join us at our Baby Time! This program includes books, rhymes, music and movement. Ages 0-23 months
Crafternoon
Friday, February 13, 3:45pm
Come make a fun craft with us! February’s featured craft is Perler Bead Frames (and instant photos!) Grades 4-8
Music with Dara
Friday, February 14, 10am
With keyboard, felt board, finger puppets, and engaging visual props, Dara weaves songs (old and new favorites), fingerplays, rhythmic activities/simple instrument playing, and creative movement for a fun-filled musical 30-45 minute program. Lots of clapping, marching, singing, creative expression and FUN! Ages 2-5, siblings welcome
Additional Information
New Library Hours
Wilmington Memorial Library has updated its hours! We are open Monday through Thursday from 9 A.M. to 8:30 P.M. and Friday/Saturday from 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. Stop by and check out what’s new—we can’t wait to see you!
Laminate and Shred Your Documents at the Library!
We now have a laminator and paper shredder set up in our front foyer. They are free to use and we can provide laminating sheets.
Wilmington Mirror Digital Archive
Wilmington Memorial Library recently collaborated with the Harnden Tavern to digitize 98 issues of the Wilmington Mirror newspaper, a precursor to the Wilmington Crusader and Town Crier. The newly digitized issues span the 1930s and 1940s, are searchable, and can be viewed on the library’s website or by going to bit.ly/wilmingtonmirror.
Book Store Next Door
The Book Store Next Door is open Saturdays from 10am – 4pm. In January and February, the store is closed Wednesdays. Wednesday hours will resume March 5th.
Museum Passes
The library has discounted passes to your favorite Massachusetts museums, attractions, and state parks. Find the full list by visiting wilmlibrary.org/services/mp.
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.
Display Your Artwork at the Library!
Call for artwork! Did you know the Wilmington Memorial Library allows professional artists to exhibit their work in the library’s Stewart Room? Interested artists can apply to exhibit their work by visiting https://bit.ly/wmlart.
Register now for Fun & Function of iPhone 15 & 16 on Thursday, February 13th at 2:30pm! See what Apple Intelligence features were just introduced on iPhone 15 & 16, including making your own emojis & image editing. If you are new to iPhone or are looking to learn, this interactive workshop is for you! This program is for teens and adults.
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