LIBRARY NEWS: Wilmington Library To Host 14 Programs Next Week, Including Gingerbread House Making On December 8

Below are announcements from the Wilmington Memorial Library:

Library Closure: The library will be closed Friday, December 12th, 9am-1pm for Staff Development.

Adult Programs

Drop-in Tech Help
Tuesday, December 9, 2pm
Wednesday, December 10, 2pm
Thursday, December 11, 2pm
Saturday, December 13, 2pm
Have a tech question that’s been bugging you? Stop by Drop-in Tech Help.

Intro to Android Phones
Monday, December 8, 7pm
This class will show you how to navigate your device, how to manage notifications, where to find out where your pictures are being backed up, and more.

Cookin’ the Books
Tuesday, December 9, 12pm
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: The Complete One Pot – America’s Test Kitchen

Craft & Chat
Wednesday, December 10, 6pm
Enjoy making a craft while socializing with others! This craft group meets the second Wednesday of the month at 6pm. This month’s craft: Faux Stained Glass Ornament. All craft supplies will be provided.

Fun & Function of iPhone
Thursday, December 11, 2:30pm
Whether you’re new to the iPhone or looking to unlock its hidden potential, this session will cover essential tips, tricks, and features to make your device both practical and enjoyable.

The Social Impact of Tea in Our History
Thursday, December 11, 7pm
Join us for an engaging discussion on the social impact of tea in our history and society.
We will begin with the discovery of tea and learn first about the spread of tea throughout Europe. The tea trade with China and the Opium Wars, its impact on the US, and the First World War will be discussed, and the current status of tea today. Tea samples will be provided!

Youth Programs

Bilingual Story Hour
Monday, December 8, 10am
Practice using your home language or learn a new language with the Community Teamwork Family Resource Network! Ages 0-6.

Gingerbread House Making!
Monday, December 8, Two Sessions: 3:45pm and 6pm
Decorate your very own gingerbread house with graham crackers and candy! Kids can use frosting and graham crackers to construct a house of their own design. Optional: To make your structure stronger and make the construction process easier, attendees can bring a milk carton (8 fl oz or smaller) to use as a base. Kids of All Ages

Silhouette Portrait Craft
Tuesday, December 9, 6pm
Make silhouette portraits to celebrate the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen’s birth! Using the Cricut, we’ll mimic the 19th century hollow cut technique with paper and frames. Teens & Adults

Virtual: Playful Pathways- Parent Book Club
Wednesday, December 10, 7pm
Join this once-a-month book club for busy parents and read one book at a time over the course of a few months! Our next read is The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt. Because this event will be held via Zoom, children are welcome to be in attendance. Recommended for parents and caregivers of children of all ages.

Crafternoon
Thursday, December 11, 3:45
Make a fun craft with us during Crafternoon! Grades 4-8

Teen Leadership Council
Friday, December 12, 3pm
Are you interested in advocating for what you want at WML? Have you volunteered before, but want to commit to more? Join our Teen Leadership Council! Grades 7-12

Fleece Fest
Saturday, December 13, 10am-4pm
Families, come to the library on December 13th from 10am-4pm to pick out a new-to-you coat (sizes babies through teen) to keep (no donation required)!

Pop-Tart Candy Cottages
Saturday, December 13, 2pm
Join us for a WML tradition: crafting delicious candy cottages out of Pop-Tarts in this wintry, sugary program! Grades 6-12

Additional Information

Library Resource: Mango Languages
Access Mango Languages through the WML Library! Mango is the only personalized, adaptive language-learning experience that provides the tools and guidance you need to expand your language skills wherever and however you learn best. Visit http://www.wilmlibrary.org/econtent/research for more info.

Save the Date!
Mark your calendars for an evening with author and local sportscaster Michael Holley, on May 14th! A Boston sports journalist, author and broadcaster, Michael Holley hosts shows on NBC Sports Boston and 98.5 The Sports Hub, while teaching at Boston University. A former Boston Globe journalist, he’s also appeared on ESPN and Peacock. There will be a cash bar, book sales & autograph signing. This is a free event, open to all.

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 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.