September 2021

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Wednesday, September 17:00—8:15 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL 'American Sherlock' with Kate Winkler Dawson

Register HEREJoin author Kate Winkler Dawson for a presentation on her new book, 'American Sherlock: Murder, Forensics, and the Birth of American CSI,' via Zoom. About The Book: The riveting story of the birth of criminal investigation in the twentieth century.…Learn More

Wednesday, September 17:00—8:00 PMBanda RoomWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

INDOOR Intro to Google Chromebooks

Do you only use your computer to surf the web; check email, keep up with friends and family with social media, or read the news? Google’s Chromebooks might be a cheaper alternative to a Microsoft Windows computer. Join Technology Librarian, Brad McKenna, for a tour of this offering.…Learn More
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Thursday, September 27:00—8:15 PMOff siteWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

INDOOR Pints + Pages Book Group

INDOOR Pints  + Pages Book GroupA 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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Friday, September 310:00 AM—12:00 PMBanda RoomWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

INDOOR Needleworkers

This is a social group for those who do any kind of needle craft. Bring your knitting, crocheting, quilting, etc. and enjoy a little conversation and camaraderie—drop in. Everyone welcome!
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Saturday, September 49:15—11:45 AMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL 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, September 77:00—8:00 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL Among Us Teen Game Night

VIRTUAL Among Us Teen Game NightJoin 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, September 89:30—11:30 AMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL 50+ Job Seeking Networking Group

If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you.…Learn More
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Thursday, September 94:00—4:45 PMStewart RoomWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

INDOOR LEGO Building

INDOOR LEGO BuildingBuild with LEGOs at the same time as other LEGO fans outside the library.   At the end, you can share what you made during the time.   Ages 5+. Masks are required for ages 2-12.

Thursday, September 97:00—8:15 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL Cooking Demonstration with Chef Bill

VIRTUAL Cooking Demonstration with Chef BillChef Bill will  offer a virtual demonstration of his Chicken Marsala recipe, which he keeps flavorful and light with an unconventional seasonal ingredient (pumpkin!). He will also teach us to prepare two sides featuring fall vegetables: roasted red potatoes with rosemary and roasted broccoli.…Learn More
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Friday, September 1010:00 AM—12:00 PMBanda RoomWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

INDOOR Needleworkers

This is a social group for those who do any kind of needle craft. Bring your knitting, crocheting, quilting, etc. and enjoy a little conversation and camaraderie—drop in. Everyone welcome!
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Tuesday, September 147:00—8:45 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL How to: Make Your Old Home Energy Efficient

One of the most challenging issues facing New England homeowners is how to make older or historic homes more energy efficient without losing their character and charm or paying for expensive solutions that may not work. At this talk, learn common sense ways to make an old house more energy efficient and hear about how Historic New England has made significant energy improvements to its properties without damaging historic fabric.…Learn More
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Wednesday, September 156:30—7:30 PMStewart RoomWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

INDOOR Family Craft Night: Fairy Houses

INDOOR Family Craft Night: Fairy HousesRound up the whole family to create together or create at the same time! This month, come create your very own fairy house!Grades K+Masks are required for ages 2-12.

Wednesday, September 157:00—8:30 PMPeggy Kane Reading GardenWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

Outdoor Current Affairs Discussion Group--Open House

Find out all about the library's Current Affairs Group at this outdoor open house, which will be held in the Peggy Kane Reading Garden located behind the library.    Meet the members and enjoy light refreshments.   This group is for all who would like to broaden their knowledge of current national and international events.…Learn More
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Thursday, September 1612:00—1:00 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

Lunchtime Lecture: Jacob Lawrence’s Struggle Series

Erica Harper, from the Phillips Collection in DC, returns! Grab your lunch, log onto Zoom, and learn about another painting series from one of the biggest artists to come out of the Harlem Renaissance. In 1949, seven years after a meteoric rise to national attention with his epic Migration Series, the leading American painter Jacob Lawrence (1917–2000), began research at the New York Public Library for a new series.…Learn More
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Friday, September 1710:00 AM—12:00 PMBanda RoomWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

INDOOR Needleworkers

This is a social group for those who do any kind of needle craft. Bring your knitting, crocheting, quilting, etc. and enjoy a little conversation and camaraderie—drop in. Everyone welcome!

Friday, September 172:45—3:45 PMWML lawn175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington , MA, 01887

OUTDOOR Tie Dye: Socks & Scrunchies

OUTDOOR Tie Dye: Socks & ScrunchiesTime for another tie dye event! This year, tie dye a pair of socks or a scrunchie! Register to secure your spot for one of our favorite events. All AgesThis is an outdoor event, if inclement weather is predicted, event will be rescheduled or cancelled.…Learn More

Friday, September 173:45—4:45 PMWML lawn175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington , MA, 01887

OUTDOOR Tie Dye: Socks & Scrunchies

OUTDOOR Tie Dye: Socks & ScrunchiesTime for another tie dye event! This year, tie dye a pair of socks or a scrunchie! Register to secure your spot for one of our favorite events. All AgesThis is an outdoor event, if inclement weather is predicted, event will be rescheduled or cancelled.…Learn More
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Saturday, September 188:00 AM—2:00 PMOff siteWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

Town Wide Yard Sale

The past several years over 60 Wilmington households held yard sales and many hundreds of shoppers found bargains at the annual Town Wide Yard Sale. For those wishing to hold a yard sale at their home, the application fee is $15 (deadline is Saturday, September 11).…Learn More

Saturday, September 189:15—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. When registering, please provide your email address so you can receive an agenda and any prep materials in advance. 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, September 183:00—5:00 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL D&D (Grades 6-8)

VIRTUAL 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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Wednesday, September 229:30—11:30 AMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group

If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you.…Learn More

Wednesday, September 2210:00—11:00 AMBanda RoomWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

INDOOR 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. Featured book: The Chelsea Girls by Fiona Davis"Spanning from the 1940s to the 1960s, The Chelsea Girls deftly pulls back the curtain on the desperate political pressures of McCarthyism, the complicated bonds of female friendship, and the siren call of the uninhibited Chelsea Hotel.…Learn More

Wednesday, September 227:00—8:00 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL Social Justice Book Group

Featured Book: Stamped from the Beginning by Ibram X Kendi. (Chapters 35-Epilogue)This group, which will meet the fourth Wednesday of the month, continues the work started with the library’s antiracism series (https://wilmlibrary. org/antiracism-resources/).…Learn More
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Thursday, September 234:00—5:00 PMStewart RoomWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

INDOOR Crafternoon: Leather Keychains & Cord Holders

INDOOR Crafternoon: Leather Keychains & Cord HoldersCome learn how to use the library's Cricut to make leather and vinyl keychains and cord holders at this fun Crafternoon!Grades 4-8Masks are required for ages 2-12.

Thursday, September 237:00—9:00 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VITUAL Harvesting Sap and Producing Syrup From Trees Other Than Maples

Register HERE. Most tree syrup is made from maple trees, but syrup is also available commercially from birch, walnut, and beech trees. Other trees, such as sycamores, hophornbeams, yellowwoods, and basswoods are known to yield an edible syrup as well. Each of these different types of trees have quirks that make syrup production from them different from that of maples.…Learn More
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Friday, September 2410:00 AM—12:00 PMBanda RoomWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

INDOOR Needleworkers

This is a social group for those who do any kind of needle craft. Bring your knitting, crocheting, quilting, etc. and enjoy a little conversation and camaraderie—drop in. Everyone welcome!
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Monday, September 276:30—7:30 PMStewart RoomWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

INDOOR STEAM Team

INDOOR STEAM TeamLearn and have fun at the same time in this engaging STEAM program! (Grades K-5)Masks are required for ages 2-12 per the Wilmington Board of Health.
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Tuesday, September 287:00—8:30 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL 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, September 292:00—3:00 PMVirtual Event via Zoom
Stewart RoomWilmington Memorial Library175 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, MA, 01887

Character Drawing Class for Kids with Audrey

Character Drawing Class for Kids with AudreyThis early release school day, join WHS student and artist Audrey in this step-by-step character drawing workshop! Audrey will demonstrate how to create and color a detailed drawing of one of your favorite animated movie characters. Grades 1-5
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Thursday, September 307:00—8:15 PMVirtual Event via Zoom

VIRTUAL Author Talk: Meg Lowman discusses The Arbornaut

Register HERENicknamed the “Real-Life Lorax” by National Geographic, the biologist, botanist, and conservationist Meg Lowman—aka “CanopyMeg”—takes us on an adventure into the “eighth continent” of the world's treetops, along her journey as a tree scientist, and into climate action.…Learn More