LIBRARY NEWS: Wilmington Library To Hold 14 Programs Next Week, Including Mini-Golf For Adults On Aug. 1; Back to School With Academy Of Traditional Karate On Aug. 2

Below are announcements from the Wilmington Memorial Library:

Adult Programs

Drop-in Tech Help
Tuesday, July 29, 2pm
Wednesday, July 30, 2pm
Thursday, July 31, 2pm
Saturday, August 2, 2pm
Have a tech question that’s been bugging you? Stop by Drop-in Tech Help.

Needleworkers at Night
Monday, July 28, 6-8pm
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.

Hearing Aid Tips & Tricks
Monday, July 28, 7pm
This hybrid monthly meeting is a place for people to trade tips and tricks on how to get the most out of their hearing aids. Led by Technology Librarian Brad. You can attend in-person or virtually on Zoom.

After Hours: LED Mini Golf with One Up Games
Friday, August 1, 6-9pm
Play a round of 18-hole LED mini golf after-hours throughout the library!

Youth Programs

Wilmington Community Playgroup
Monday, July 28, 10am
Join Community Teamwork Family Resource Network 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. Ages 0-6, siblings welcome

Pokémon Card Trading
Monday, July 28, 3pm
Come by the library to trade cards! This event will focus on Pokémon trading cards, but attendees can bring any cards they wish to trade. Grades K-5, siblings welcome

Outdoor Preschool Storytime
Tuesday, July 29, 10am
Storytime has moved outside for the summer! Preschool storytime includes books, rhymes, music and movement for ages 3-6. Ages 3-6

Slice & Dice: Teen Takeover
Tuesday, July 29, 6pm
Join us for the teen version of Slice & Dice. We’ll kick off with a featured game, followed by open play where you can explore our game library. Teens

Outdoor Time for Twos
Wednesday, July 30, 10am
Storytime has moved outside for the summer! Time for Twos includes books, rhymes, music and movement for children aged 2. Age 2

Rock, Paper, Scissors Tournament
Wednesday, July 30, 6pm
Try your hand at Rock, Paper, Scissors in this super fun tournament for all ages! Players will pair up and may the best player win! All Ages

Outdoor Baby Time
Thursday, July 31, 10am
Storytime has moved outside for the summer! Baby Time includes books, rhymes, music and movement. Ages 0-23 months

Slice & Dice Junior- Pizza and Games for Kids and Families
Thursday, July 31, 6pm
Join Librarians Mary and Marie for a special round of Slice & Dice! Enjoy pizza and games for kids and families! Kids and Families

Back to School with the Academy of Traditional Karate
Saturday, August 2, 11am
Get the jump start to kick off the school year with confidence! Join the Academy of Traditional Karate for a special back-to-school-themed karate class. Kids will learn exciting martial arts moves, practice focus and discipline, and have fun getting active. Open to Ages 4-12.

Teen DnD
Saturday, August 2, 2pm
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. Grades 6-12

Additional Information

WML’s Summer Reading is Back!
The Summer Reading Program is here! Register and log your reading online at wilmlibrary.beanstack.org or grab a paper log at the library. Throughout the summer you can collect prizes and raffle tickets by reading and completing activities. This year’s theme is Level Up at Your Library, running from June 23rd to August 13th.

Mark your calendars!
Join author Sy Montgomery on Thursday, September 25th at 7:30pm (doors open at 6:30pm) as she discusses her journey as an author. There will be a cash bar, book sales & an autograph signing! Sy Montgomery is best known for her books A Good, Good Pig and The Soul of an Octopus. Stay tuned for more info! This is a free event, open to all, and is located at the Wilmington Senior Center.

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 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 www.wilmlibrary.org or by calling (978) 658-2967.