Below is a submission from the Wilmington Memorial Library:
Upcoming Adult Programs
Drop-in Tech Help
Tuesday, April 22, 2pm
Wednesday, April 23, 2pm
Thursday, April 24, 2pm
Saturday, April 26, 2pm
Have a tech question that’s been bugging you? Stop by Drop-in Tech Help.
Field Trip: Strongwater Farm Therapeutic Equestrian Center
Wednesday, April 23, 6pm
Join us for a tour of the facility and learn more about their work (and meet some horses).
Coffeehouse Concert Series: Hungrytown
Thursday, April 24, 6:30pm
Join us for our last Coffeehouse Concert in the series. Rebecca Hall and Ken Anderson, have crafted Hungrytown into a true artistic hybrid, able to hold Celtic and Americana, ballads and psychedelia, sunshine and darkness, joy and despair–not only within the same album, but within the same song.
Arbor Day Tree Seedling Giveaway
Friday, April 25, All Day
We will be giving away one hundred White Spruce tree seedlings. One per family while supplies last.
Needleworkers
Friday, April 25, 10am-12pm
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
Superhero Party
Tuesday, April 22, 11am
Superhero Day falls in April and we want to celebrate with you! Join us as we make crafts, use temporary tattoos, try snacks, and more. Superhero clothing welcome! Recommended for ages 3-8.
Loteria (Bingo) with Spanish Fun Program
Tuesday, April 22, 4pm
Playing, laughing and having fun is the best way to learn! Come play lotería (bingo) with your family, friends, and community!
DnD 101 for Teens
Tuesday, April 22, 6pm
New players who wish to join our regular 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.
Music and Movement with Thom Mystic Early Intervention
Wednesday, April 23, 10am
Join Thom Mystic Early Intervention for this fun music and movement playgroup! Ages 15 months-5 years old.
Family Craft Night: Magazine Collage
Wednesday, April 23, 6pm
We’re back with another Earth-friendly craft to celebrate Earth Day! Use discarded magazines and library zines to create a magazine collage! Feeling extra inspired because April is National Poetry Month? Create a poem right on top of your collage! Ages 3+
Storytelling and Songs with Valerie Stephens
Thursday, April 24, 11am
Join singer, storyteller, and performing artist Valerie Stephens as she tells the story of Stone Soup. Recommended for ages 6-11, but all are welcome.
Bake It Till You Make It: Oreo Truffles
Thursday, April 24, 3pm
Learn to make no bake Oreo truffles! Join us for an in-person cooking demonstration and mental health program where mental health advocate Dayna Altman shares her story of struggle and healing. Leave with a tray of truffles and some tools for your mental health. Grades 6-12.
Read to Stormy
Thursday, April 24, 4-5:30pm (15-minute sessions)
Come practice your reading skills with Therapy Dog, Stormy! Sign-up for one 15-minute session per child or family. Grades K-6
Earth Day Upcycle
Friday, April 25, 10am
During this craft extravaganza, visit different stations around the room to complete a different craft! We’ll have papermaking, crayon upcycling, and CD scratch art! Ages 3+
Teen Dnd
Saturday, April 26, 2pm-4pm
Looking for a group to play with? Join us for in person Dungeons and Dragons at the library. You may also participate on Discord, a private server. We use DnDBeyond to track and create our characters. Grades 6-12
Additional Information
Registration is Open: Thursday, May 8, 6:30pm (The Fez Room at the Shriner’s Auditorium)
Wilmington Memorial Library is hosting best-selling novelist Chris Bohjalian whose newest book The Jackal’s Mistress comes out in March! This first event in our new offsite author series will feature a presentation by Mr. Bohjalian, book sales/signing, a cash bar, and light refreshments. Registration is now open: https://bit.ly/wmlbehindthebook
Annual Poetry Contest: Submission’s Open Now!
Celebrate National Poetry Month by submitting to our Annual Poetry Contest: Verse vs. Verse! This year’s theme revolves around play, gaming, and connection—just like our Summer Reading Program! For more information, visit wilmlibrary.org/poetry2025. Plus, join us for a Poetry Night on May 7th at 6pm to celebrate the winners and enjoy refreshments. The deadline to submit a poem is Wednesday, April 30th.
Don’t Miss Out on the 2025 Town Wide Yard Sale!
Don’t be left out! In the past, over 60 Wilmington households have participated each year and hundreds of shoppers found bargains at the annual Town Wide Yard Sale. This year’s sale is Saturday, June 14th from 8am-2pm. Applications are open May 1st-21st, and the seller fee is $20. Applications will be available online and at the library starting May 1st.
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
Prepare your child for success in kindergarten and beyond by reading! We invite newborns to preschoolers to join us in 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten. Log the books you’ve read together and automatically earn badges and prizes for every 100 books. Find more information at https://wilmlibrary.org/youth-services/kids/babies-preschool/1000-books-before-kindergarten/
Book Store Next Door
Regular hours are back at The Book Store Next Door! The bookstore is open Wednesdays and Saturdays from 10am-4pm.
Museum Passes
The library has discounted passes to your favorite Massachusetts museums, attractions, and state parks. Find the full list by visiting http://www.wilmlibrary.org/services/mp.
WML In-Person & Virtual Programming
Registration is required for most in-person programs and is required for all virtual programs, as you will need to register in order to receive the Zoom link. You can register on our website at http://www.wilmlibrary.org or by calling (978) 658-2967.
Join us for the final Coffeehouse Concert of the season on Thursday, April 24th at 6:30pm! Hungrytown, the duo of Rebecca Hall and Ken Anderson, blends Celtic and Americana, ballads, and psychedelia, light and dark—all in a single song.
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