Wilmington Memorial Library events

Library open by appointment

The library has entered Phase 3 of reopening plans allowing for patrons to visit the library by appointment. In order to comply with social distancing requirements and ensure the safety of staff and patrons, the number of patrons allowed in the library at one time will be limited. Patrons can make an appointment for a 50-minute session to browse on the first floor, use the copier/FAX machine or visit the Youth Services Department. Reservations can be made online or by calling the library at 978-658-2967. Per the governor’s directive, all patrons over the age of 2 are required to wear masks while in the library.

Library programs gone virtual!

See the library’s entire calendar of events and register for programs at wilmlibrary.org.

Adult programs

WCTV Live -- 5 Wishes: 2:30 p.m. Aug. 17. Five Wishes is unique among all other living will and health agent forms because it speaks to all of a person’s needs: medical, personal, emotional and spiritual. Five Wishes helps guide and structure discussions with your family and physician, making conversations easier. Presented by Dr. Susan Carroccino, who is a practicing nurse for Winchester Hospital Urgent Care and instructor at Merrimack College. Brought to you with federal funds provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners. Shown live on WCTV on Comcast 9 / Verizon 37 and online at WCTV.org/live (Don’t forget to press the Play icon to start the live stream).

Outside Event -- Tin Can Vase Craft: 10 a.m. Aug. 19. Does your home need a little sprucing up? Take this opportunity to create a beautiful vase from a tin can then fill it with beautiful flower made from recycled magazines. Truly trash to treasure! Led by Marianne Snow, creator and facilitator of Mindful Crafting. All supplies provided.

WCTV Live -- Swing Fever Trio: 2:30 p.m. Aug. 20. Enjoy the Great American Songbook played by The Swing Fever Trio featuring Steve Rudolph on keyboard and vocals accompanied by Alan Trebat on drums and Ririka Tokushige on sax. Get your toes tapping to the music of Cole Porter, Richard Rodgers, George Gershwin, Duke Ellington and more. Brought to you with federal funds provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners. Brought to you with federal funds provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners. Shown live on WCTV on Comcast 9 / Verizon 37 and online at WCTV.org/live (Don’t forget to press the Play icon to start the live stream).

Mystery Making with Sisters in Crime New England: 7 p.m. Aug. 20. In this interactive workshop, four mystery authors representing different subgenres, including cozy/traditional and thriller/suspense, will brainstorm on their feet to create a brand new mystery using suggestions provided by the audience. Fun, fast-paced and fascinating, this improv game offers important insights into mystery writers’ minds and the conventions of the genre.

One on One Virtual Tech Help with Brad: 10 a.m. Tuesdays and 7 p.m. Wednesdays. If you are having an issue with a piece of technology or have some questions about something before you go out and buy it, register for a one-on-one session with technology librarian Brad McKenna

Library on the Lawn: 10 a.m.-noon Tuesdays and 5-7 p.m. Thursdays. Would you like to browse and checkout books and DVDs? Be sure to stop by the front of the library to peruse carts of adult, teen and children’s materials. Masks are required, and staff ask all to respect social distancing. This event will not take place during inclement weather.