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Saturday, January 29:15—11:45 AMVirtual Event via Zoom
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
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Tuesday, January 510:00—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, January 510:00—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, January 57:00—8:00 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
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Wednesday, January 610:00—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.
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Thursday, January 710:00—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, January 77:00—8:30 PMVirtual Event via Zoom
Pints + Pages Book Group
A social book group geared towards readers in their 20’s and 30’s. The group meets on the first Thursday of every other month. The book discussion will be hosted by librarians from the Wilmington and Reading Public Libraries. Meeting location rotates between Wilmington and Reading.…Learn More
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Saturday, January 910:00 AM—12:00 PMWilmington Memorial LibraryWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887
Winter Birding in the Wildwood Cemetery
Join experienced birder Steve Hale, owner of Open World Explorers, for a birding expedition in the Wildwood Cemetery. Find out what feathered friends stay for the season! Steve holds university degrees in marine biology, evolutionary biology, and ecology and is an avid hiker, birder, and experienced naturalist.…Learn More
Saturday, January 93:00—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
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Monday, January 116:30—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, January 117:00—8:00 PMVirtual Event via Zoom
VIRTUAL EVENT: Ted Reinstein--The New Normal New England Road Trip
Join Ted Reinstein, reporter for WCVB’s “Chronicle,” as he regales you with quirky characters in Maine and Vermont, authentic and beloved diners in tiny towns, familiar landmarks and “who knew?” places plus finds off the beaten path. The talk takes viewers on a trip they may otherwise not get to take these days and is a curated from more than 20 years of reporting from all over New England.…Learn More
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Tuesday, January 1210:00—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, January 1210:00—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, January 124:00—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.
Tuesday, January 127:00—8:00 PMVirtual Event via Zoom
VIRTUAL EVENT: How to Play Chess
This class teaches you the fundamentals of chess as a strategy game. In one hour you will learn the basics including: setting up the chess men, using pawns, how to move the pieces, ten tips for playing a better game, and how to win in four moves. Ages 8 to adult.…Learn More
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Wednesday, January 1310:00—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, January 136:30—7:30 PMVirtual Event via Zoom
VIRTUAL EVENT: Family Craft Night!
Families of all shapes and sizes, gather for another fun craft!Join our Zoom event for a night of fun creativity with your loved ones! Every family will receive a craft bag full of supplies needed for this month's project!Registered participants will receive an email when your craft bags are ready to be picked up.…Learn More
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Thursday, January 1410:00—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, January 144:00—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, January 147:00—8:00 PMVirtual Event via Zoom
VIRTUAL EVENT: Author Talk: The Last Traverse
Author Ty Gagne talks about his new book The Last Traverse: Tragedy and Resilience in the Winter Whites. It is the true story of two friends on a winter hike on the Franconia Ridge that goes awry, and the search-and-rescue efforts that keep it from becoming a bigger tragedy.…Learn More
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Saturday, January 169:15—11:30 AMVirtual Event via Zoom
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
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Tuesday, January 1910:00—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, January 1910:00—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, January 194:00—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! Sit back and relax as Barbara reads you lots of different books about lots of different kids on Zoom. Join us for all 4 weeks, or just come when you can.…Learn More
Tuesday, January 197:00—8:30 PMBanda RoomWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887
Library Trustees
Library Trustees monthly meeting. Agenda: https://s3. amazonaws. com/ai-assets/wilmlibrary/1-19-21%20virtual%20agenda%20library%20trustees_67_orig. pdf Zoom Link to attend: https://zoom. us/j/93622841766?pwd=cVBjUXR0SHNhM2tIWEVKaVkrSW5kUT09
Tuesday, January 197:00—8:00 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
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Wednesday, January 2010:00—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, January 207:00—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 January is the media and reporting. 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
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Thursday, January 2110:00—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, January 212:30—3:30 PMWCTVWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887
WCTV Live Concert: The Last Duo
Guitarists and vocalists Dan Sirois and Greg Decoteau bring a full and exciting sound to the music of the 60s and 70s including songs by the Eagles, America, Van Morrison, the Beatles and more. Don't miss this exciting concert from the comfort of your home! Shown live on WCTV on Comcast 9 / Verizon 37 and online at WCTV.…Learn More
Thursday, January 214:00—5:00 PMVirtual Event via Zoom
VIRTUAL EVENT: Felt Succulents Crafternoon
Brighten up your windowsill this winter by making six colorful potted felt succulents that you'll never have to water, and learn some sewing basics, too! All supplies included except for scissors. 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
Thursday, January 217:00—8:30 PMVirtual Event via Zoom
VIRTUAL EVENT: 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: The Dutch House by Ann Patchett
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Saturday, January 232:30—3:30 PMVirtual Event via Zoom
VIRTUAL EVENT: Penguin Rescue with "The Penguin Lady" Dyan deNapoli
Register HERELearn about the remarkable rescue of 40,000 penguins following the Treasure oil spill in South Africa from someone who was actually there! Dyan served as a rehabilitation supervisor during this historic event, which still stands as the largest and most successful animal rescue ever undertaken.…Learn More
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Monday, January 2510:00 AM—6:00 PMWilmington Memorial LibraryWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887
Flat Friend Sleepover!
The paper friend version of a stuffed animal sleepover! What is a flat friend? Design a paper cut out of yourself, a stuffed animal or toy, a book character, or even an imaginary friend! Cut our your flat friend so that they can come and spend a night at the library!How to participate: Very similar to a stuffed animal sleepover, kids will drop off their flat friends at the library on January 25th-27th during curbside hours (10am-6pm).…Learn More
Monday, January 252:30—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 Cookish by Christopher Kimball. Live 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, January 257:00—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
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Tuesday, January 2610:00—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, January 2610:00—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.
Monday, January 2510:00 AM—6:00 PMWilmington Memorial LibraryWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887
Flat Friend Sleepover!
The paper friend version of a stuffed animal sleepover! What is a flat friend? Design a paper cut out of yourself, a stuffed animal or toy, a book character, or even an imaginary friend! Cut our your flat friend so that they can come and spend a night at the library!How to participate: Very similar to a stuffed animal sleepover, kids will drop off their flat friends at the library on January 25th-27th during curbside hours (10am-6pm).…Learn More
Tuesday, January 262:30—3:30 PMVirtual Event via Zoom
VIRTUAL EVENT: Book Buddies Info Session
Are you a teen in need community service hours? Find out if Book Buddies is for you! This fun literacy program pairs a teen volunteer with a child ages 5-7 for one or two three-week sessions. Please complete an online application before attending on Zoom.…Learn More
Tuesday, January 267:00—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
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Wednesday, January 2710:00—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. January book: Ask Again Yes by Mary Beth KeanePlease register via Zoom
Wednesday, January 2710:00—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, January 2510:00 AM—6:00 PMWilmington Memorial LibraryWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887
Flat Friend Sleepover!
The paper friend version of a stuffed animal sleepover! What is a flat friend? Design a paper cut out of yourself, a stuffed animal or toy, a book character, or even an imaginary friend! Cut our your flat friend so that they can come and spend a night at the library!How to participate: Very similar to a stuffed animal sleepover, kids will drop off their flat friends at the library on January 25th-27th during curbside hours (10am-6pm).…Learn More
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Thursday, January 2810:00—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, January 287:00—8:00 PMVirtual Event via Zoom
VIRTUAL EVENT: Becoming an Optimist
How we live, and most importantly, enjoy our life depends upon how we view the events we experience and the relationships we develop. Unfortunately, the current pandemic has made this difficult for some. But this can change. Behavioral scientists have proven we have the cognitive ability to transform our thoughts, beliefs and behaviors.…Learn More
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Friday, January 294:00—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
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Saturday, January 303:00—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
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