LIBRARY NEWS: Wilmington Library Opens Little Free Pantry In Front Library; To Host 16 Programs Next Week

Below are announcements from the Wilmington Memorial Library:

Little Free Pantry Now Open!
In response to the SNAP Benefits freeze, Wilmington Memorial Library has opened a Little Free Pantry in our front lobby. This community shelf is open to everyone- take what you need, give what you can- no questions asked. When donating, please make sure any food items are non-perishable (i.e. canned goods, pasta, rice, beans, etc.) and not expired. We are also accepting donations of unopened/unused toiletries. Pantry can be found in the library front foyer. (Please note this is a temporary initiative during the SNAP Benefits freeze. When benefits resume, any remaining items will be donated to a local food pantry.)

Adult Programs

Drop-in Tech Help
Tuesday, November 18, 2pm
Wednesday, November 19, 2pm
Thursday, November 20, 2pm
Saturday, November 22, 2pm
Have a tech question that’s been bugging you? Stop by Drop-in Tech Help.

Needleworkers at Night
Monday, November 17, 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.

Cookin’ the Books
Tuesday, November 18, 12-1pm
If you love to cook and enjoy talking about food and sharing recipes, then this group is for you! Grab a copy of the cookbook, register on the library’s event calendar, and record your recipe. Bring your dish to the meeting and enjoy sampling everyone’s dishes! Featured Cookbook: no specific cookbook for this meeting. Choose an appetizer that you might have for Thanksgiving.

Novel Ideas
Thursday, November 20, 7pm
Enjoy reading fiction? Join the library’s fiction book group led by Adult Services Librarian Erin. Please stop by the library to pick up a copy of the featured book. Featured Book: Fire Keeper’s Daughter by Angeline Boulley.

Needleworkers
Friday, November 21, 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

Wilmington Community Playgroup
Monday, November 17, 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

Preschool Storytime
Tuesday, November 18, 10am
Join us at our Preschool Storytime! This program includes books, rhymes, music and movement. Ages 3-6

Wicked Watch
Tuesday, November 18, 5pm
Join us for an interactive rewatch of Wicked with props, pizza and singing along to celebrate the upcoming release of Wicked: For Good! Grades 6-12

Hunting for Scholarships
Tuesday, November 18, 6pm
In this workshop, Tom O’Hare, independent college advisor, will walk attendees through how to find and apply for private external scholarships. Grades 9-12 & Adults

Time for Twos
Wednesday, November 19, 10am
Time for Twos includes books, rhymes, music and movement for children aged 2! Age 2

Baby Time
Thursday, November 20, 10am
Join us at our Baby Time! This program includes books, rhymes, music and movement. Ages 0-23 months

Manga Tryouts
Thursday, November 20, 3:30pm
Have a say in manga purchased for the teen collection with this 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

Playful Pathways: Our House
Friday, November 21, 11am
During our Life Skills/Home Unit, practice chores and routines. Using their fine motor skills, children will sort, clean, tie and play at this Playful Pathways event! Ages 0-5

Switch it Up! Video Game Club
Friday, November 21, 3:45pm
Love video games? Come to this once-a-month video game club to play Switch games with friends! Grades 1-5

Saturday Teen Movie
Saturday, November 22, 2pm
It’s getting dark early which means it’s time for a cozy Saturday movie! Vote for your favorite movie, then enjoy popcorn and hot chocolate. Grades 6-12

Additional Information

Happening Now: Fleece Fest Collection!
Grown out of your winter coat? Donate it to the library’s winter coat drive to help it find a new home! Bring lightly worn kids (incl. babies & toddlers) and teen coats to the library between 11/1-12/8. Come back on December 13, from 10am-4pm to pick out a new coat (no donation required).

Pages for Pastries
This reading challenge (for adults) is pretty simple and sweet: read and review books for the chance to win a $25 gift card to a local bakery! Fill out a bookmark, available at the library and online, for every book you read, then bring it back to the library in exchange for a raffle ticket. Three lucky participants will win gift cards to area bakeries! Running from November 1st through the 24th.

New Assisted Listening System
The Wilmington Memorial Library is pleased to announce that an assisted listening system is now available for events held in the Stewart Room. The system can be used in three different ways. For patrons without hearing aids or cochlear implants, there are headphones. For patrons with aids or implants that have a T-Coil, there are neck loops. For patrons who have paired their aids or implants with their phone, there’s an app, WaveCast. Please contact the library (or technology librarians) for more information.

Book Store Next Door
Celebrate the winter holidays with the Friends of the Library Bookstore Next Door! All November and December holiday-themed books are half-off to help you give the gift of literature this season. While the store will be open for last-minute shopping on Saturday, Dec. 20, it will be closed the following dates: Wednesday, Nov. 26, Wednesday, Dec. 24, Saturday, Dec. 27 and Wednesday, Dec. 31. In January, the Bookstore Next Door will be open Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. through March.

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.