LIBRARY NEWS: Wilmington Library To Host 18 Programs Next Week, Including Escape Room On March 24 & ‘Digital Health & Safety’ For Families On March 25

Below are announcements from the Wilmington Memorial Library:

Library Closure

The library will be closed Friday, March 27th, 9am-11am for Staff Development.

Adult Programs

Drop-in Tech Help
Tuesday, March 24, 2pm
Wednesday, March 25, 2pm
Thursday, March 26, 2pm
Saturday, March 28, 2pm
Have a tech question that’s been bugging you? Stop by Drop-in Tech Help.

Bookends Book Group
Monday, March 23, 10am
This book group discusses contemporary books, both fiction and non-fiction, led by Library Associate Rebecca. Please stop by the library to pick up a copy of the featured book. This month’s featured book is Stone Yard Devotional by Charlotte Wood.

Needleworkers at Night
Monday, March 23, 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, March 23, 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.

Digital Health and Safety: Keeping Families Safe
Wednesday, March 25, 6pm
Join Katie Greer, former Director of Internet Safety for the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office, to learn how to help keep your family safe while using technology.

Connect with a Social Worker
Thursday, March 26, 6-8pm
The Wilmington Wellness Coalition, in partnership with Wilmington Memorial Library, offers free, confidential sessions at the library for any library patron who may need support. Meet with Samantha Cavanaugh, the Town of Wilmington’s social worker, for help with mental health, substance use, housing, food insecurity, transportation, applications, caregiver support, and more. The first hour will be for drop-ins on a first-come, first-served basis, and the second hour will be appointment based in 20-minute time slots.

Coffeehouse Concert Series: Wolff Sisters Duo
Thursday, March 26, 6:30pm
Come in from the cold for the last in this year’s Coffeehouse Concert! Raised on Bob Dylan, The Band, and Little Feat, the Wolff Sisters crafted their sound around a honky tonk piano in the living room of their childhood home. Their music is honest and genre defying but still rooted in traditional rock and Americana storytelling.

Needleworkers
Friday, March 27, 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.

Used Puzzle Swap
Saturday, March 28, 9:30am-12pm
Pick up some new-to-you puzzles! Donate your used puzzles for the swap starting Friday, February 27. You do not need to bring a puzzle to take a puzzle! While supplies last.

Youth Programs

Wilmington Community Playgroup
Monday, March 23, 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

Ready, Set, STEAM!
Monday, March 23, 6pm
Learn and have fun at the same time in this engaging STEAM program! Grades K-5.

Preschool Storytime
Tuesday, March 24, 10am
Join us at our Preschool Storytime! This program includes books, rhymes, music and movement. Ages 3-6

Family Relics of the Realm Escape Room
Tuesday, March 24, 4pm
Join Wicked Fun Games and solve the quest to recover the Relics! Travel the kingdom, craft the tools you need, & battle creatures to rescue the Relics of the Realm! Session 1, 4-5pm: Ages 8+ and families

Teen Relics of the Realm Escape Room
Tuesday, March 24, 6pm
Join Wicked Fun Games on an escape room quest to recover the Relics! Travel the kingdom, craft the tools you need, & battle creatures to rescue the Relics of the Realm! Session 2, 6-7pm: Grades 6-12

Time for Twos
Wednesday, March 25, 10am
Time for Twos includes books, rhymes, music and movement for children aged 2! Age 2

The Tween Scene
Wednesday, March 25, 3:45pm
Attention TWEENS! Join us for this drop in event with games, snacks, and more! The Tween Scene is a safe space to hang out, socialize, play games, share some snacks or just chill with friends. This is a drop in program. Stop by anytime between 3:45 and 4:45 PM for fun and games. For tweens ages 9- 12. No younger siblings please.

Baby Time
Thursday, March 26, 10am
Join us at our Baby Time! This program includes books, rhymes, music and movement. Ages 0-23 months

Drop-In Storytime
Friday, March 27, 10am
Join us at our Drop-In Storytimes! This program includes books, rhymes, music and movement. Ages 2-6

Additional Information

Minute Madness is Back for 2026!
Can we out-read 7 other Massachusetts libraries? Starting March 1st, log your reading minutes and help us fight for a spot in the Minute Madness Championship! NEW this year: raffle prizes + fun swag like gift cards, pins & mini foam fingers! Sign up now or stop by the library to grab a paper log: https://wilmlibrary.beanstack.com/reader365

Save the Date for the Friends of WML Donated Jewelry Sale!
This year’s sale will be held on Friday, April 10th from 5-8pm (with timed tickets) and Saturday, April 11th from 9am-2pm. With prices starting as low as $1, you’re sure to find that one-of-a-kind piece, new bling to dress up an old outfit, gifts to give, and more. Don’t miss out on the fun! The Friends of WML are also collecting donations for this year’s sale, as well as future sales. If you have jewelry you’d like to donate, please drop them off at the Circulation Desk at WML. Visit bit.ly/wmljewelrysale for more info.

Need support or resources? Connect with a Social Worker at WML.
The Wilmington Wellness Coalition and Wilmington Memorial Library offer free, confidential sessions with the Town of Wilmington’s social worker on the first and third Tuesday and second and fourth Thursday of the month. Help is available for mental health, housing, food access, and more. Visit wilmlibrary.org for more information.

Library Resource: NoveList
Access NoveList through WML! NoveList is a database that gives book and author recommendations based on criteria such as age, genre, or author. With curated lists and reading challenges, it’s a database every reader will enjoy! Visit http://www.wilmlibrary.org/econtent/research for more info.

Book Store Next Door
The Bookstore Next Door is back to regular hours! Open Wednesdays and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Stop by to purchase some new-to-you books!

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.

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