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Wilmington Memorial Library
Thursday, July 49:00 AM—12:00 PMOff siteWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887
Fun on the 4th Family Day
Stop by the library tent during the Fun on the Fourth Family Day events. Snap a photo with an astronaut cutout and grab a MoonPieand a glass of Tang! All ages.…Learn More
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Tuesday, July 97:00—8:00 PMStewart RoomWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887
Explore Cosmology with Mike D'Eon
The universe is full of interesting things, and the universe itself is also of interest to study. Unlock the universe’s evolutionary secrets, starting with the Big Bang, at this informational talk with Mike D’Eon, a PhD of Physics candidate at Brandeis University.…Learn More
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Thursday, July 113:00—4:00 PMStewart RoomWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887
Crafternoons: Celestial Soap Squishies
Combine rice flour, shower gel, and steam to make sun-shaped, squishy soap that really works! Grades 4-8
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Saturday, July 1310:00—11:00 AMStewart RoomWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887
Sirius Star Mag: Special Summer Issue
This is your chance to work on the first-ever special summer issue of Star Mag, the library’s zine written for and by tweens and teens! Come in and create covers, comics, crosswords, and book reviews—your imagination is the limit. Or, work on original content at home and submit it at the Youth Services desk, or electronically to Brittany (btuttle@wilmlibrary.…Learn More
Saturday, July 131:30—3:30 PMStewart RoomWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887
Movie Matinee: First Man
First Man, 2018. Rated PG-13. Closed captioning on. The riveting story behind the first manned mission to the moon, focusing on Neil Armstrong and the decade leading to the historic Apollo 11 flight. A visceral and intimate account told from Armstrong's perspective, based on the book by James R.…Learn More
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Wednesday, July 1710:00—11:00 AMWilmington Memorial LibraryWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887
Coffee with a Cop
Drop in, grab a tea or coffee, and chat with a police officer. Learn about the rights of the public as well as the roles and responsibilities of Police and Community in a relaxed and open setting. All questions welcome.
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Friday, July 192:00—4:00 PMBanda RoomWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887
Intergalactic Amazing Race
Compete across the universe! Clues provided in each leg of the race lead to “pit stop” challenges in the solar system, which teams must complete before zooming off to the next planet. Quickest team to return to Earth wins!Grades 4-8
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Saturday, July 202:30—4:00 PMStewart RoomWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887
Apollo 11 (movie screening)
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing by watching the documentary, Apollo 11, crafted from a newly discovered trove of 65mm footage, and more than 11,000 hours of uncatalogued audio recordings, the film takes viewers straight to the heart of NASA's most celebrated mission, the one that first put men on the moon, and forever made Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin into household names.…Learn More
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Tuesday, July 237:00—8:30 PMStewart RoomWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887
50th Anniversary--Moon Landing
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing with NASA Ambassador, Caity Sullivan. She will discuss the history and science related to the Apollo 11 lunar landing mission along with the astronauts on this mission, the attitudes surrounding the space race, and the state of NASA at the time.…Learn More
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Thursday, July 253:00—4:00 PMStewart RoomWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887
Crafternoons: Big Dipper Charms
Make constellation charms for necklaces or keychains using clay and crystals. Grades 4-8
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Saturday, July 279:30 AM—12:00 PMBanda RoomWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887
College Essay Bootcamp
Don’t miss this opportunity to get a head start on your college application process! Developing a powerful personal essay is a crucial part of the college application process. This Bootcamp provides tools and techniques to reduce your stress and increase your confidence, so you produce the strongest personal statement possible.…Learn More
Saturday, July 271:30—3:30 PMStewart RoomWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887
Movie Matinee: Ready, Player, One
Ready Player One, 2018. Rated PG-13. Closed captions on. When the creator of a virtual reality world called the OASIS dies, he releases a video in which he challenges all OASIS users to find his Easter Egg, which will give the finder his fortune. Adapted from Ernest Cline's bestselling book by Steven Spielberg.…Learn More
Saturday, July 274:00—4:30 PMStewart RoomWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887
Book-to-Film Book Club: Ready Player One
Watch Spielberg’s movie adaptation at the library on Saturday, July 27 at 1:30 pm, and then we’ll discuss whether it did Ernest Cline’s bestseller justice! Copies of the book will be available for checkout at the Youth Services desk beginning June 27.…Learn More
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Tuesday, July 307:00—8:00 PMStewart RoomWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887
Teen Trivia
Show us your smarts at pub-style trivia! Play against your friends, putting your pop culture knowledge to the test. The winning team walks off with prizes and bragging rights! Snacks provided. Grades 6-12
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Wednesday, July 313:00—4:30 PMStewart RoomWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887
Stop Motion Animation (Part 1)
Create an animated mini-movie using clay, Legos, paper, and other materials in this two-part workshop. Kids will work in teams to create the story, film and edit their movie. Grades 4-8
Wednesday, July 316:30—8:30 PMBanda RoomWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887
Board Game Club
Looking to learn, play, or create fun board games? Bring your favorite game or latest prototype and we’ll play together. Students and their adults welcome, registration encouraged! Grades 6 – 12