LIBRARY NEWS: Wilmington Library To Hold 15 Programs Next Week; Registration For ‘Tiny Art Show’ Now Open

Below are announcements from the Wilmington Memorial Library:

Library Closure
Wilmington Memorial Library will be closed all day Monday, September 1st in observance of Labor Day.

Adult Programs

Drop-in Tech Help
Tuesday, September 2, 2pm
Wednesday, September 3, 2pm
Thursday, September 4, 2pm
Saturday, September 6, 2pm
Have a tech question that’s been bugging you? Stop by Drop-in Tech Help.

Tiny Art Show Canvas Pickup
Tuesday, September 2-Saturday, September 6, All Day
Make a tiny piece of art for our Tiny Art Show! Open to all ages and all mediums. The first 150 patrons to come by the library between 9/2 to 9/6 will receive a free 3×3 canvas to participate in this year’s Tiny Art Show!

Slice and Dice- A Pizza and Table Top Game Night
Tuesday, September 2, 6-8pm
Join Librarians Mary and Marie for Slice & Dice, our monthly pizza and table top game night for adults. Each month, we’ll kick off with a featured game, followed by open play where you can explore our game library or bring your own favorites to share with the group!

Pints + Pages
Thursday, September 4, 7pm
The group meets on the first Thursday of every other month. The book discussion will be hosted by librarians from the Wilmington and Tewksbury Public Libraries. This month’s book is: The Art Thief: A True Story of Love, Crime and a Dangerous Obsession by Michael Finkel.

Needleworkers
Friday, September 5, 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

Costume Craze Collection Begins
Tuesday, September 2–Tuesday, September 30, All Day
Costume Craze is back! Donate new or lightly worn youth Halloween costumes to the library between 9/2-9/30! Come by on October 4 to find a new-to-you kids or teen costume (no donation required)!

Preschool Storytime
Tuesday, September 2, 10am
Join us at our Preschool Storytime! This program includes books, rhymes, music and movement. Ages 3-6

Mindful Movement
Tuesday, September 2, 4pm
Join library pals as we flow through children’s yoga poses, mindful movements, and read some books to help us grow in mindfulness and peace. Grades K-2

DnD 101 for Teens
Tuesday, September 2, 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 101 sessions, held monthly. Grades 6-12.

Time for Twos
Wednesday, September 3, 10am
Time for Twos includes books, rhymes, music and movement for children aged 2! Age 2

Playful Pathways: Parent Book Club (VIRTUAL)
Wednesday, September 3, 7pm
This monthly book club will cover the 7 essential life skills featured in Ellen Galinsky’s book, The Mind in the Making. Because this event will be held via Zoom, children are welcome to be in attendance. Recommended for parents and caregivers of children ages 0-5

Baby Time
Thursday, September 4, 10am
Join us at our Baby Time! This program includes books, rhymes, music and movement. Ages 0-23 months

Grandparents Day Drop-In Storytime
Friday, September 5, 10am
Grandparents! Come join us for a special drop-in storytime! This program includes books, rhymes, music and movement. Ages 2-6

Music and More with Miss Bernadette
Saturday, September 6, 9:30am
Join Early Childhood Educator Bernadette Baird for singing, dancing, instrument play and storytime in this fun and relaxing family event! Ages 0-4

Grandparents Day Activities
Saturday, September 6, 10am
Celebrate your grandparents! Join us for some drop-in activities to do together. While supplies last! Recommended for children and their grandparents

Additional Information

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 The Good, Good Pig and The Soul of an Octopus. Registration is now open! This is a free event, open to ages 9+, and is located at the Wilmington Senior Center.

Bake Sale at Book Store Next Door
Stop by for a delicious treat! The WML Teen Leadership Council will be holding a bake sale on August 20th, 12-2pm. The sale will be on the Book Store Next Door’s front lawn and proceeds will benefit the Book Store Next Door and the Friends of the Library. This is a weather permitting event.

Join us for Welcome to Wilmington!
Please drop in on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 from 6pm to 8pm at the Wilmington Memorial Library for our annual reception for new residents. Meet representatives from town government, schools and more. Learn about services, programs and volunteer opportunities, and pick up your Welcome Bag! RSVPs encouraged at wilmlibrary.org.

Check Out Our Library of Things
Did you know Wilmington Memorial Library circulates more than just books? Check out our Adult, Teen and Youth Library of Things for fun and useful items to take home. Items include: a pickleball set, disc golf, lawn games, volleyball and badminton, a tent and much more! See what’s available at https://wilmlibrary.org/lot/.

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.