Wilmington
Massachusetts
Wilmington Memorial Library Weekly News And Events - April 29, 2023
Schools and Libraries
May 2, 2023
From: Wilmington Memorial LibraryYoung Children's Programs
Outdoor Storytimes
Waitlist Only
Pre-School Storytime
Tuesdays, starting April 25 through May 30, 10am
Ages 3-6
Time for Twos
Wednesdays, starting April 26 through May 24, 10am
Age 2
Baby Time
Thursdays, starting April 27 through June 1,10am
Ages 0-23 months
Drop-In Storytime
Friday, May 12, 10am
Ages 2-6
Wilmington Community Playgroup
Monday, May 1, 10am
Monday, May 8, 10am
The Community Teamwork Family Resource Network is here for weekly playgroup sessions! Join us for our community playgroup where we will work on Early Literacy skills and much, much more! Ages 0-6, siblings welcome
Family Programs
May the Fourth Be With You Activities
Thursday, May 4, 10am-5pm
Swing by the library anytime between 10am-5pm to celebrate the most fantastical day of the year - Star Wars Day! Enjoy puzzles, crafts and a photo booth where you can pose with Grogu, R2D2, and C3PO! Drop-in. All Ages
Star Wars Trivia
Thursday, May 4, 3:45pm
Do you know the name of Anakin Skywalker's Padawan? Then come join us for some afternoon trivia to celebrate all things Star Wars! The winning team will win a cardboard cutout of everyone's favorite baby, Grogu! Families with kids ages 5-18
Poetry Contest Reception
Wednesday, May 10, 7pm
Winners of this year's poetry contest will read their poems for friends, family, and community members and get their prizes! Enjoy refreshments and a night of fun! Drop-in. All Ages
Preschool Art Show Reception
Saturday, May 13, 10am-12pm
Celebrate these incredible artists all under 7 years old! Come to our artist reception, enjoy some refreshments, and maybe meet the artists themselves! Artwork will be on display from May 8th to May 20th in the Large Conference Room--so stop in to check it out! Drop-in.
All Ages
Kids' Programs
Read to Brandie
Thursday, May 4, 6pm-7:30pm
Come read to Brandie, a lovable dog that loves to listen to kids read! Sign up for one 15 minute session per family. Grades K-6. Siblings and caregivers welcome.
Lil Bookworms Book Club
Wednesday, May 10, 3:45pm
Lil Bookworms is back on Wednesdays in the afternoon! This book club is for students in Kindergarten and Grades 1 & 2, and features books, reading comprehension, and an activity. Grades K-2
Teen Programs
Multiplayer Monday
Monday, May 1, 2pm-4pm
Monday, May 8, 2pm-4pm
The Baldwin Room (the small room in Youth with the comfy chairs) will be reserved for teens to use the Nintendo Switch with our projector! Try out the latest games, play with friends, and make new ones. Grades 6-12
Write Cards for Youth in Foster Care
Tuesday, May 9, 6-8pm
Join us for a card making drive for youth in foster care through the BRAID mission! We will provide supplies; you provide encouraging words and creative illustrations. Teens in grades 9-12 can earn 1-2 hours of community service for participating! Grades 9-12
Crafternoon: Citrus Coasters
Thursday, May 11, 3:30pm
We'll be making no-sew coasters that look like citrus fruit slices! Grades 4-8
Author Talk with Kelly Jensen
Thursday, May 11, 3:30pm
What does it mean to be crazy? Is using the word crazy offensive? What happens when a label like that gets attached to your everyday experiences? Join Kelly Jensen, editor of the book (Don't) Call Me Crazy: 33 Voices Start the Conversation About Mental Health, for advice on how to talk openly about mental health topics. Virtual on Zoom. Grades 6-12 & Adults
Around the Library
Town Wide Yard Sale
It's almost that time again for the Town Wide Yard Sale! This year's sale will be on Saturday, June 10 from 8am to 2pm. Applications will be available at the library and on our website starting Monday, May 1. The application deadline is Saturday, May 27.
Seller Info: The application fee is $15 and includes yard sale signs, directional signs, and lots of publicity. Don't miss out!
For a full and up-to-date list of programming, refer to our events calendar.