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Monday, February 1All DayOff siteWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

VIRTUAL EVENT: 21 in '21 Winter Reading Challenge

Are you ready to take the 21 in '21 Winter Reading Challenge? You will:Read 21 minutes a dayAt least 5 times a weekEvery week for 2 monthsAnd win fun prizes! When you've read for 420 minutes, you'll win a pair of cozy, bookish slipper socks. Read for 840 minutes and win a seed kit, perfect for planting outside this spring! *Prizes may be subject to change.…Learn More

Monday, February 17:00—8:00 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

Virtual Event: Native Seed Balls!

Native wildflowers have declined greatly due to loss of habitat resulting in a decline in our native pollinators – insects, birds, bats, and other animals. In this workshop, you will learn the process of making and distributing native seed balls, which are a great way to restore native plants to disturbed areas.…Learn More

Monday, February 1All DayOff siteWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

VIRTUAL EVENT: 21 in '21 Winter Reading Challenge

Tuesday, February 210:00—11:00 AMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL EVENT: Tech Help

Technology Librarian Brad McKenna will help you with device issues or answer technology related questions in this one-on-one tech help session. Please note: you'll need to have Zoom installed to take advantage of this service. Here's a video to help you install it: https://youtu.…Learn More

Tuesday, February 210:00—10:30 AMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL PROGRAM: Preschool Storytime

This storytime for preschoolers includes books, rhymes, and music. Ages 3-5 Zoom Meeting Room invitations will be emailed to registered attendees at least one hour before the event.

Tuesday, February 25:00—6:00 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL EVENT: Among Us Teen Game Night

Join your crewmates in a multiplayer game of teamwork and betrayal over Zoom! Download the free Among Us app, and play in a private match hosted by the WML. Grades 6-12This is an online event via Zoom. An invite will be sent two hours prior to the start of the program to the email given at registration.…Learn More

Tuesday, February 27:00—8:00 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL AUTHOR TALK: The Remarkable Rise Of Vice President Kamala Harris

Register directly on Zoom HERE. Join Dan Morain, author of the new biography, Kamala's Way: An American Life, for a discussion of America's new Vice President, Kamala Harris. During his time as a reporter with the Los Angeles Times and editorial editor with the Sacramento Bee, Morain covered Kamala Harris's rise to power as a deputy district attorney in Alameda County to District Attorney to California Attorney General to U.…Learn More

Monday, February 1All DayOff siteWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

VIRTUAL EVENT: 21 in '21 Winter Reading Challenge

Wednesday, February 310:00—10:30 AMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL EVENT: Time for Twos

This storytime for two year olds includes books, rhymes, music and movement. Zoom Meeting Room invitations will be emailed to registered attendees at least one hour before the event.

Monday, February 1All DayOff siteWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

VIRTUAL EVENT: 21 in '21 Winter Reading Challenge

Thursday, February 410:00—10:30 AMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL EVENT: Baby Time

This program of songs, rhymes, games and picture books is for babies under the age of two years and their caregivers. Zoom Meeting Room invitations will be emailed to registered attendees at least one hour before the event.

Thursday, February 44:00—5:00 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL EVENT: Hot Chocolate Bombs Crafternoon

Have you wanted to make a hot chocolate bomb, but didn't know which recipe to follow? Using Kinder Joy treat toys, milk and white chocolate candy melts, Swiss Miss hot chocolate packets, your microwave, a microwave safe bowl, and a spoon, you can get in on this trend and end up with two perfect Valentine's Day confections!Grades 4+Register to reserve your take-home kit to pick up via curbside the week of the session, and join Brittany for a Zoom tutorial on day of the program!(Call or text the number on the sign outside of the WML's parking lot entrance when you arrive to pick up your Crafternoon kit.…Learn More

Monday, February 1All DayOff siteWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

VIRTUAL EVENT: 21 in '21 Winter Reading Challenge

Friday, February 54:00—5:00 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL EVENT: Book Buddies Session 1

Book Buddies will take place on January 29, February 5 & 12. By registering, you are registering for all three dates in Session 1. This fun literacy program pairs kids with teen volunteers for one-on-one reading fun in Zoom Breakout Rooms. In this three-week program, kids can practice reading or be read to, receive one-on-one attention from a trained teen, share a snack, and do a fun activity.…Learn More

Friday, February 57:00—8:00 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL AUTHOR TALK: Robin Cook in Conversation with Hank Phillippi Ryan

Register for this event directly on Crowdcast HERE. About the Author: Dr. Robin Cook is the author of 37 worldwide bestsellers which have sold hundreds of millions of copies. Most of Dr. Cook’s books explore various medical, ethical, and public policy issues and have included topics ranging from the supply of organs for transplantation (Coma) to medical nanotechnology (Nano) and the spread of disease (Outbreak, Contagion, Pandemic).…Learn More

Monday, February 1All DayOff siteWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

VIRTUAL EVENT: 21 in '21 Winter Reading Challenge

Saturday, February 69:15—11:45 AMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL EVENT: Fiction Critique Group

Love writing fiction? Whether you are drafting a short story or a novel, joining our Critique Group is a great opportunity to meet other writers and get constructive feedback in a supportive environment. Open to all experience levels writing in all genres.…Learn More

Monday, February 1All DayOff siteWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

VIRTUAL EVENT: 21 in '21 Winter Reading Challenge

Monday, February 1All DayOff siteWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

VIRTUAL EVENT: 21 in '21 Winter Reading Challenge

Monday, February 84:00—4:30 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL EVENT: Kindergarten Book Club

Calling all kindergarteners! Join us for a virtual book club for kindergarteners who miss storytime or those who love to be read to. We will read, talk about a few books and do a virtual activity.

Monday, February 87:00—8:00 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL EVENT: Craft and Chat

Grab your crochet, knitting, or other craft project, your favorite treat, and join in this informal gathering to craft and chat together. You don’t have to be crafty to join– all skill levels and crafts are welcome!Register via Zoom here

Monday, February 1All DayOff siteWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

VIRTUAL EVENT: 21 in '21 Winter Reading Challenge

Tuesday, February 910:00—11:00 AMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL EVENT: Tech Help

Tuesday, February 910:00—10:30 AMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL PROGRAM: Preschool Storytime

This storytime for preschoolers includes books, rhymes, and music. Ages 3-5 Zoom Meeting Room invitations will be emailed to registered attendees at least one hour before the event.

Tuesday, February 96:30—7:30 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL EVENT: Family Craft Night!

Families gather 'round for a fun night of creating together!Join our Zoom event for a night of fun creativity with your loved ones! Every child registered will receive a craft bag full of supplies needed for this month's project that the whole family can work on together.…Learn More

Tuesday, February 97:00—8:30 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL EVENT: How to Taste Chocolate Like a Pro

A perfect balance of delicious and educational, during this program you will learn about how chocolate fits into local history. Most students of American history know the story of the Boston Tea Party. But did you know that when the colonists stopped drinking tea due to taxation they instead turned to drinking chocolate? Boston and the state of Massachusetts have many historical connections to chocolate, including being the home of the very first chocolate factory in North America, the first roadside retail confectionary operation, and the first forays into commercial white chocolate production.…Learn More

Monday, February 1All DayOff siteWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

VIRTUAL EVENT: 21 in '21 Winter Reading Challenge

Wednesday, February 1010:00—10:30 AMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL EVENT: Time for Twos

This storytime for two year olds includes books, rhymes, music and movement. Zoom Meeting Room invitations will be emailed to registered attendees at least one hour before the event.

Wednesday, February 106:30—7:15 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL PROGRAM: Are Your Stars Like My Stars: Author Reading and Craft

Join author Leslie Helakoski for a reading of her beautiful picture book Are Your Stars Like My Stars, followed by a stars craft! Registered participants will receive an email when craft bags are packaged and ready for curbside pickup. While craft supplies…Learn More

Monday, February 1All DayOff siteWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

VIRTUAL EVENT: 21 in '21 Winter Reading Challenge

Thursday, February 1110:00—10:30 AMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL EVENT: Baby Time

Thursday, February 114:00—4:45 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL EVENT: Online LEGO Club

Build LEGOs (or whatever building materials you have at your house) at the same time as other LEGO fans online. At the end, you can share what you made during the time, and show one other item that you may have already built at home. Ages 5+.…Learn More

Thursday, February 117:00—8:00 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL AUTHOR TALK: Meredith Goldstein

Register HEREJoin us for a lively and refreshing evening with writer Meredith Goldstein! Meredith will discuss a variety of topics, including her popular Boston Globe column Love Letters and its corresponding podcast, her upcoming book release, and stories about couples who met during the past year and how they have fared during these isolated times.…Learn More

Monday, February 1All DayOff siteWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

VIRTUAL EVENT: 21 in '21 Winter Reading Challenge

Friday, February 124:00—5:00 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL EVENT: Book Buddies Session 1

Monday, February 1All DayOff siteWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

VIRTUAL EVENT: 21 in '21 Winter Reading Challenge

Saturday, February 1311:00—11:30 AMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL EVENT: Cognitive Crafting for Parents

Parents and caregivers of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, you are going to love this half hour craft! Take a half hour out of your very busy schedules when your little one goes down for a nap to make a new form of exploration for your child - sensory bottles!Not only do these bottles have a calming effect on young children, giving them an object to focus on to meet their sensory needs, but they actually help with their cognitive development.…Learn More

Saturday, February 133:00—5:00 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL EVENT: Writing Sprint

Write in the company of other writers over Zoom! Use this time to refine a piece for the virtual Writing Slam on Monday, March 1 at 7 pm. Teens & Adults

Monday, February 1All DayOff siteWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

VIRTUAL EVENT: 21 in '21 Winter Reading Challenge

Monday, February 1All DayOff siteWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

VIRTUAL EVENT: 21 in '21 Winter Reading Challenge

Monday, February 1All DayOff siteWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

VIRTUAL EVENT: 21 in '21 Winter Reading Challenge

Tuesday, February 1610:00—11:00 AMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL EVENT: Tech Help

Tuesday, February 163:30—4:30 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL EVENT: Cook Dinner for Your Family with Julie

Teens, make dinner for your family from scratch with help from Chef Julie! Using healthy ingredients from your own kitchen (see list below), along with the stove and oven, make a meal of chicken and dumplings for four that'll be ready by 5 pm!Grades 6-12Ingredients:2 boneless, skinless, chicken breasts3 (14 oz) cans chicken broth2 carrots2 potatoes1 onion2 celery stalks1/4 cup cornstarch1/2 cup milk1 cup flour1 1/2 tsp baking powder1/2 cup milk This is an online event via Zoom.…Learn More

Monday, February 1All DayOff siteWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

VIRTUAL EVENT: 21 in '21 Winter Reading Challenge

Wednesday, February 172:00—3:00 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL EVENT: Among Us Teen Game Afternoon

Wednesday, February 176:30—7:15 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL EVENT: Whalemobile

This is a virtual Whalemobile experience. Cynde McInnis will do an initial presentation about whales, and then attendees will watch the inflation of a lifesize model of a humpback whale. Cynde will go inside the whale and share the experience virtually.…Learn More

Wednesday, February 177:00—8:30 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL EVENT: Current Affairs Discussion Group

This group is for all who would like to broaden their knowledge of current national and international affairs. The topic for February is Biden’s first month. All are encouraged to read, listen, and watch in order to become more informed about the topic and be ready to discuss with others.…Learn More

Monday, February 1All DayOff siteWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

VIRTUAL EVENT: 21 in '21 Winter Reading Challenge

Thursday, February 182:30—3:30 PMWCTVWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

CANCELLED--WCTV Live: Kat and Brad Concert

This event is cancelled due to the expected storm and has been rescheduled to April 15. Brad Bensko on vocals and guitar and Kathleen Parks on vocals, violin, and mandolin bring you the sounds of 50’s & 60’s pop and American Songbook standards plus originals from their first LP of original material.…Learn More

Thursday, February 184:00—4:30 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

Virtual Sea Lion or Fur Seal Encounter at the New England Aquarium

Join via Zoom marine mammal trainers in the New Balance Foundation Marine Mammal Center at the New England Aquarium for a training session with a California sea lion or northern fur seal. Learn about how and why they train, and what you can do to protect the ocean environment for these amazing animals.…Learn More

Thursday, February 186:30—8:00 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL EVENT: Learn to Hand Sew a Face Mask

Make your own two-layer cotton mask with teen volunteer Sreehitha! Using this pattern, indicate which size mask you would like to make, and all materials, including precut fabric, a needle and thread, straight pins, elastic, and adhesive nose bridges will be provided.…Learn More

Thursday, February 187:00—8:30 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

Novel Ideas Fiction Book Group

Enjoy reading fiction? Join the library’s fiction book group led by Adult Services Librarian Erin Driscoll. Please stop by the library to pick up a copy of the featured book. Featured Book: Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston

Monday, February 1All DayOff siteWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

VIRTUAL EVENT: 21 in '21 Winter Reading Challenge

Friday, February 196:30—7:00 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL PROGRAM: Live Visit to the San Diego Zoo!

Join a live Zoo Educator from the San Diego Zoo for a virtual tour! We will have exclusive opportunties such as visiting off-view areas most visitors never see, experiencing an up-close wildlife presentation, or something else. Great for the…Learn More

Friday, February 197:00—8:00 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL AUTHOR TALK: Luanne Rice

Register HEREBestselling author Luanne Rice will discuss her latest book, The Shadow Box, in conversation with author Elle Marr, in this Zoom webinar. How To Buy A Copy Of The Book: Autographed copies of The Shadow Box will be available for sale before and during the event from our bookstore partner -- Wellesley Books.…Learn More

Monday, February 1All DayOff siteWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

VIRTUAL EVENT: 21 in '21 Winter Reading Challenge

Saturday, February 209:15—11:30 AMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL EVENT: Poetry Circle

Do you enjoy writing poetry? Want input on your work? If so, this group is for you. Led by local writing enthusiast, Barbara Alevras. If you are interested in attending this event, please email Assistant Director Charlotte Wood at cwood@wilmlibrary.…Learn More

Saturday, February 203:00—5:00 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL EVENT: D&D (Grades 6-8)

Interested in finding out more about this fantasy tabletop role-playing game, or looking for a group to play with? Join DM Michaela for a virtual campaign via Zoom (or Google Hangouts) every month!Please register using the email address where you'd like to receive the Zoom invitation (no school emails, please).…Learn More

Monday, February 1All DayOff siteWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

VIRTUAL EVENT: 21 in '21 Winter Reading Challenge

Monday, February 1All DayOff siteWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

VIRTUAL EVENT: 21 in '21 Winter Reading Challenge

Monday, February 222:30—3:00 PMWCTVWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

WCTV Live: Cookin' the Books

Join Library Associate Lisa Crispin as she talks about and demonstrates recipes from The Rise: Black Cooks and the Soul of American Food by Marcus SamuelssonLive on WCTV, Comcast 9 / Verizon 37 and online at WCTV. org/live/ (Don't forget to press the Play icon to start the live stream).

Monday, February 226:30—7:00 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL EVENT: Pajama Jam

Join the fabulous Bernadette Baird for interactive music and movement. Ages 0-4. Zoom link will be sent at least one hour in advance of program.

Monday, February 227:00—8:00 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL EVENT: Cookin' the Books

Featured Cookbook: If you love to cook and enjoy talking about food and sharing recipes then this group is for you. Pick up a copy of the cookbook (or find a recipe from the book/chef online); cook a dish or two then join with others to discuss what worked and what didn't.…Learn More

Monday, February 1All DayOff siteWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

VIRTUAL EVENT: 21 in '21 Winter Reading Challenge

Tuesday, February 2310:00—11:00 AMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL EVENT: Tech Help

Tuesday, February 2311:00—11:30 AMVirtual Event via Zoom

Online Sing Along with Matt Heaton

Online Sing Along with Matt Heaton Matt believes music for kids can be entertaining for both children AND parents. His songs are a mix of rockabilly, surf, american roots and Irish traditional music, delivered with a wry sense of humor and a sincere sense of fun.…Learn More

Tuesday, February 234:00—4:30 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL PROGRAM: Read Aloud Book Club Books for a Better World

Do you miss reading and listening to stories with your friends at the library? Then this read-aloud book club is for you! This month Nicole will be reading some great books in honor of Black History month. Grades 1-5

Tuesday, February 235:00—6:00 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL EVENT: Among Us Teen Game Night

Tuesday, February 237:00—8:30 PMBanda RoomWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

Library Trustees

Library Trustees monthly meeting. You can see the agenda here.

Tuesday, February 237:00—8:30 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL EVENT: Creative Writing Skills Group

Learn and apply creative writing tips, tools, and techniques shared by published authors and other writing experts. Open to all who want to improve their creative writing skills and get their work published. Led by local writing enthusiast, Barbara Alevras.…Learn More

Monday, February 1All DayOff siteWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

VIRTUAL EVENT: 21 in '21 Winter Reading Challenge

Wednesday, February 2410:00—11:00 AMVirtual Event via Zoom

Well Read Wednesday Book Group

This book group discusses contemporary books, both fiction and non-fiction, led by Library Director Tina Stewart. Copies of the book are available at the library. February book: Miss Jane by Brad WatsonPlease register via Zoom link

Monday, February 1All DayOff siteWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

VIRTUAL EVENT: 21 in '21 Winter Reading Challenge

Thursday, February 257:00—8:00 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL EVENT: Exploring the Legacy

Join Rosalyn Delores Elder, author of Exploring the Legacy: People and Places of Significance, which is a history of the contributions of African Americans to Massachusetts state history and a guide to the 742 sites around the state that signify the histories of important individuals and events.…Learn More

Thursday, February 257:00—9:00 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL EVENT: Writing Sprint

Write in the company of other writers over Zoom! Use this time to refine a piece for the virtual Writing Slam on Monday, March 1 at 7 pm. Teens & Adults

Monday, February 1All DayOff siteWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

VIRTUAL EVENT: 21 in '21 Winter Reading Challenge

Friday, February 267:00—8:00 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL AUTHOR TALK: J.A. Jance

Register HEREBestselling author J. A. Jance will discuss her latest book, Missing and Endangered: A Brady Novel Of Suspense, in this Zoom webinar. How To Buy A Copy Of The Book: Autographed copies of Missing and Endangered will be available for sale before and during the event from our bookstore partner -- Wellesley Books.…Learn More