Name: Bookends Book Group
Start: 2025-04-14T10:00
End: 2025-04-14T11:00:00-04:00
Location: Wilmington Memorial Library

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Bookends Book Group

2025-04-14 10:00:00 2025-04-14 11:00:00 America/New_York Bookends Book Group Featured Book: The Jackal's Mistress by Chris Bohjalian Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room

Monday, April 14
10:00am - 11:00am

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Wilmington Memorial Library

Banda Room

Featured Book: The Jackal's Mistress by Chris Bohjalian

This book group discusses contemporary books, both fiction and non-fiction, led by Library Associate Rebecca Lowe. Copies of the book are available in the library.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Group |

Wilmington Memorial Library

Hours

Mon, Jul 13	9:00AM to 8:30PM
Tue, Jul 14	9:00AM to 8:30PM
Wed, Jul 15	9:00AM to 8:30PM
Thu, Jul 16	9:00AM to 8:30PM
Fri, Jul 17	9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jul 18	9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jul 19	Closed

this week

All opening hours

Mon, Jul 13	9:00AM to 8:30PM
Tue, Jul 14	9:00AM to 8:30PM
Wed, Jul 15	9:00AM to 8:30PM
Thu, Jul 16	9:00AM to 8:30PM
Fri, Jul 17	9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jul 18	9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jul 19	Closed

this week

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175 Middlesex Avenue
Wilmington, MA 01887

Tel: 978-658-2967

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Upcoming Events

Fairy Houses!

Sat, Jul 18, 10:00am - 11:00am

Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room

Drop-in and join us for some fairy fun! We'll learn about fairies with a story and then build fairy houses outdoors in the library's reading garden.

Tech Help Drop-in

Sat, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Johnson Room

Have a tech question that's been bugging you? Drop in the library to see if one of our librarians can help!

Reserved for Tutoring - Summer

Mon, Jul 20, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room

Multiple tutors may use the Banda Room during this time.

Wilmington Community Playgroup

Mon, Jul 20, 10:00am - 10:45am

Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room

Join CTI for a community playgroup where we'll work on Early Literacy skills and much, much more!

Family Frolic - Evening Stroll

Mon, Jul 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Wildwood Cemetery

Unwind before bedtime with Ms. Michelle on a leisurely stroll through Wildwood Cemetery.

Needleworkers at Night

Mon, Jul 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Conversation Area

These nighttime sessions are perfect for anyone who does any kind of needle craft but can't make it to Needleworkers during the day! Drop-in.

VIRTUAL Celebrating America's 250th with Gracia Rich - The Black Experience of the Revolution

Mon, Jul 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Zoom

'Herstorian' Gracia Rich will be discussing the extraordinary efforts of Black Americans whose invaluable contributions during the Revolutionary War helped bring about U.S. Independence.

Library Field Trip: Wright-Locke Farms Tour & Cooking Demo

Mon, Jul 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Wright-Locke Farm in Winchester, MA

Join us at Wright-Locke Farm for a behind-the-scenes tour with Farm Chef Kelcy and Sous Chef Beckett, where you’ll learn all about the inner workings of this organic farm.

This event is full

Connect with a Social Worker

Tue, Jul 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room

The Wilmington Wellness Coalition in partnership with Wilmington Memorial Library offers drop-in and pre-scheduled appointments at the library for any library patron who may need support.

Summer Storytime for Ages 2-6

Tue, Jul 21, 10:00am - 10:45am

Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room

Join us for our summer storytime featuring books, rhymes, music and movement for ages 2-6!

This event is full

Tech Help Drop-in

Tue, Jul 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Johnson Room

Have a tech question that's been bugging you? Drop in the library to see if one of our librarians can help!

VR Open Play Gaming with One Up Games

Tue, Jul 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room

Explore virtual worlds and popular games with One Up Games during this open gaming session!

VR Open Play Gaming with One Up Games

Tue, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room

Explore virtual worlds and popular games with One Up Games during this open gaming session!

Rescheduled

Library Field Trip: Wright-Locke Farms Tour & Cooking Demo

Tue, Jul 21, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

New date Monday, July 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Wilmington Memorial Library

Join us at Wright-Locke Farm for a behind-the-scenes tour with Farm Chef Kelcy and Sous Chef Beckett, where you’ll learn all about the inner workings of this organic farm.

VR Open Play Gaming with One Up Games

Tue, Jul 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room

Explore virtual worlds and popular games with One Up Games during this open gaming session!

Reserved for Tutoring - Summer

Wed, Jul 22, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room

Multiple tutors may use the Banda Room during this time.

Tech Help Drop-in

Wed, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Johnson Room

Have a tech question that's been bugging you? Drop in the library to see if one of our librarians can help!

AP Statistics Prep

Wed, Jul 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room

Prepare for the upcoming AP year by reviewing some fundamental concepts from algebra and accessing a sneak peek at the material.

Tech Help One-on-One with Marie

Thu, Jul 23, 10:00am - 11:00am

Wilmington Memorial Library - Johnson Room

Librarian Assistant Marie Smyth will help you with device issues or answer technology related questions in this one-on-one tech help session.

Baby Time

Thu, Jul 23, 10:00am - 10:45am

Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room

Baby Time includes books, rhymes, music and movement for children ages 0-23 months!

Registration opens Wednesday, July 22 2026 at 10:00am

Tech Help Drop-in

Thu, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Johnson Room

Have a tech question that's been bugging you? Drop in the library to see if one of our librarians can help!

Connect with a Social Worker

Thu, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room

The Wilmington Wellness Coalition in partnership with Wilmington Memorial Library offers drop-in and pre-scheduled appointments at the library for any library patron who may need support.

Needleworkers

Fri, Jul 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room

This is a social group for those who do any kind of needle craft. Bring your knitting, crocheting, quilting, etc. and enjoy conversation and camaraderie. Drop-in.

Plant Swap

Sat, Jul 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room

Get a new-to-you propagated cutting or rooted plant! No green thumb of your own? Donate plants to rehome!

Worlds Within Words

Sat, Jul 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room

Do you like your books to take you to fantastic, unlikely, and sometimes terrible places? Sometimes all three?

Tech Help Drop-in

Sat, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Johnson Room

Have a tech question that's been bugging you? Drop in the library to see if one of our librarians can help!

Wilmington Community Playgroup

Mon, Jul 27, 10:00am - 10:45am

Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room

Join CTI for a community playgroup where we'll work on Early Literacy skills and much, much more!

Bookends

Mon, Jul 27, 10:00am - 11:00am

Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room

Featured Book: 'The Correspondent' by Virginia Evans

Family Challenge Showdown

Mon, Jul 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room

Complete challenges as a family in this speedy competition full of silliness and giggles!

Needleworkers at Night

Mon, Jul 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Conversation Area

These nighttime sessions are perfect for anyone who does any kind of needle craft but can't make it to Needleworkers during the day! Drop-in.

Hearing Aid Tips and Tricks

Mon, Jul 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room

This hybrid monthly meeting is a place for people to trade tips and tricks on how to get the most out of their hearing aids.

VIRTUAL Celebrating America's 250th: Gregory E. O'Malley - author of "The Escapes of David George"

Mon, Jul 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Zoom

Author Gregory E. O'Malley will discuss his book "The Escapes of David George: An Odyssey of Slavery, Freedom, and the American Revolution."

Tech Help One-on-One with Brad

Tue, Jul 28, 10:00am - 11:00am

Wilmington Memorial Library - Johnson Room

Technology Librarian Brad McKenna will help you with device issues or answer technology related questions in this one-on-one tech help session.

This event is full

Summer Storytime for Ages 2-6

Tue, Jul 28, 10:00am - 10:45am

Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room

Join us for our summer storytime featuring books, rhymes, music and movement for ages 2-6!

This event is full

Tech Help Drop-in

Tue, Jul 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Johnson Room

Have a tech question that's been bugging you? Drop in the library to see if one of our librarians can help!

Reserved for Tutoring - Summer

Wed, Jul 29, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room

Multiple tutors may use the Banda Room during this time.

Tech Help Drop-in

Wed, Jul 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Johnson Room

Have a tech question that's been bugging you? Drop in the library to see if one of our librarians can help!

Paint Palooza

Wed, Jul 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Front Lawn

Join us for our messiest event of the year!

This event is full

Cancelled

Tech Help One-on-One with Marie

Thu, Jul 30, 10:00am - 11:00am

Wilmington Memorial Library

Librarian Assistant Marie Smyth will help you with device issues or answer technology related questions in this one-on-one tech help session.

Baby Time

Thu, Jul 30, 10:00am - 10:45am

Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room

Baby Time includes books, rhymes, music and movement for children ages 0-23 months!

Registration opens Wednesday, July 29 2026 at 10:00am

Tech Help Drop-in

Thu, Jul 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Johnson Room

Have a tech question that's been bugging you? Drop in the library to see if one of our librarians can help!

Folk Revolution of the 1960s - Songs that Shaped a Generation

Thu, Jul 30, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room

Join musician Art Grossman for an unforgettable journey through the folk songs that shaped the 1960s!

Terrarium Workshop

Thu, Jul 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room

Come explore the tiny world of terrariums in this hands-on workshop!

This event is full

Petting Zoo with Enchanted Animal Party

Fri, Jul 31, 10:00am - 10:20am

Wilmington Town Common

Come meet baby goats, a lamb, chickens, a duck, baby bunnies, guinea pigs, baby chicks, ducklings and a surprise animal at the Town Common for this awesome petting zoo with Enchanted Animal Parties!

Registration opens Friday, July 17 2026 at 10:00am

Petting Zoo with Enchanted Animal Party

Fri, Jul 31, 10:20am - 10:40am

Wilmington Town Common

Come meet baby goats, a lamb, chickens, a duck, baby bunnies, guinea pigs, baby chicks, ducklings and a surprise animal at the Town Common for this awesome petting zoo with Enchanted Animal Parties!

Registration opens Friday, July 17 2026 at 10:20am

Petting Zoo with Enchanted Animal Party

Fri, Jul 31, 10:40am - 11:00am

Wilmington Town Common

Come meet baby goats, a lamb, chickens, a duck, baby bunnies, guinea pigs, baby chicks, ducklings and a surprise animal at the Town Common for this awesome petting zoo with Enchanted Animal Parties!

Registration opens Friday, July 17 2026 at 10:40am

Pottery Workshop with Mudflat Studio

Sat, Aug 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room

Learn pottery basics with Mudflat Studio!

Tech Help Drop-in

Sat, Aug 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Johnson Room

Have a tech question that's been bugging you? Drop in the library to see if one of our librarians can help!

Wilmington Farmers Market Storytime

Sun, Aug 02, 10:15am - 11:00am

Wilmington Town Common

Join us at Kid's Day at the Wilmington Town Common!

Reserved for Tutoring - Summer

Mon, Aug 03, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room

Multiple tutors may use the Banda Room during this time.

Wilmington Community Playgroup

Mon, Aug 03, 10:00am - 10:45am

Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room

Join CTI for a community playgroup where we'll work on Early Literacy skills and much, much more!

Needleworkers at Night

Mon, Aug 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Conversation Area

These nighttime sessions are perfect for anyone who does any kind of needle craft but can't make it to Needleworkers during the day! Drop-in.

Summer Storytime for Ages 2-6

Tue, Aug 04, 10:00am - 10:45am

Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room

Join us for our summer storytime featuring books, rhymes, music and movement for ages 2-6!

Registration opens Tuesday, July 21 2026 at 10:00am

Tech Help One-on-One with Brad

Tue, Aug 04, 10:00am - 11:00am

Wilmington Memorial Library - Johnson Room

Technology Librarian Brad McKenna will help you with device issues or answer technology related questions in this one-on-one tech help session.

This event is full

Connect with a Social Worker

Tue, Aug 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room

The Wilmington Wellness Coalition in partnership with Wilmington Memorial Library offers drop-in and pre-scheduled appointments at the library for any library patron who may need support.

Tech Help Drop-in

Tue, Aug 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Johnson Room

Have a tech question that's been bugging you? Drop in the library to see if one of our librarians can help!

Cancelled

Slice & Dice - A Pizza and Table Top Game Night

Tue, Aug 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library

Join Librarians Mary and Marie for Slice & Dice, our monthly pizza and table top game night for adults.

Drop-In Chess Night

Tue, Aug 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library

An evening for anyone looking to play chess with others! Please note, no instruction will be provided during this casual meetup. Some boards provided.

Reserved for Tutoring - Summer

Wed, Aug 05, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room

Multiple tutors may use the Banda Room during this time.

Tech Help Drop-in

Wed, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Johnson Room

Have a tech question that's been bugging you? Drop in the library to see if one of our librarians can help!

Kids Author Visit with Josh Funk

Wed, Aug 05, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Town Hall - Large Meeting Room

Join picture book author, Josh Funk!

Tech Help One-on-One with Marie

Thu, Aug 06, 10:00am - 11:00am

Wilmington Memorial Library - Johnson Room

Librarian Assistant Marie Smyth will help you with device issues or answer technology related questions in this one-on-one tech help session.

This event is full

Baby Time

Thu, Aug 06, 10:00am - 10:45am

Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room

Baby Time includes books, rhymes, music and movement for children ages 0-23 months!

Registration opens Wednesday, August 5 2026 at 10:00am

Tech Help Drop-in

Thu, Aug 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Johnson Room

Have a tech question that's been bugging you? Drop in the library to see if one of our librarians can help!

Tech Help Drop-in

Sat, Aug 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Johnson Room

Have a tech question that's been bugging you? Drop in the library to see if one of our librarians can help!

Reserved for Tutoring - Summer

Mon, Aug 10, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room

Multiple tutors may use the Banda Room during this time.

Bilingual Story Hour

Mon, Aug 10, 10:00am - 10:45am

Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room

Practice using your home language or learning a new language with the Community Teamwork Family Resource Network!

Stories, Songs & S'mores!

Mon, Aug 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Peggy Kane Reading Garden,Stewart Room

Join us by our family campfire for a fun-filled evening of stories, songs, yummy snacks, and a special craft!

This event is full

Needleworkers at Night

Mon, Aug 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Conversation Area

These nighttime sessions are perfect for anyone who does any kind of needle craft but can't make it to Needleworkers during the day! Drop-in.

Intro to Consumer Reports

Mon, Aug 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room

The library's Consumer Reports subscription gives you access to reviews and ratings for such products as cars, mattresses, and computers. Come learn how to get around the database.

Tech Help One-on-One with Brad

Tue, Aug 11, 10:00am - 11:00am

Wilmington Memorial Library - Johnson Room

Technology Librarian Brad McKenna will help you with device issues or answer technology related questions in this one-on-one tech help session.

This event is full

Tech Help Drop-in

Tue, Aug 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Johnson Room

Have a tech question that's been bugging you? Drop in the library to see if one of our librarians can help!

Afternoon Tea Party

Tue, Aug 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room

Join us for our Annual Cookin' the Books Tea Party! There is no cookbook this month; make whatever you would like on the tea party theme.

Cancelled

Cookin' The Books

Tue, Aug 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library

If you love to cook and enjoy talking about food and sharing recipes then this group is for you.

Reserved for Tutoring - Summer

Wed, Aug 12, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room

Multiple tutors may use the Banda Room during this time.

Tech Help Drop-in

Wed, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Johnson Room

Have a tech question that's been bugging you? Drop in the library to see if one of our librarians can help!

Craft & Chat

Wed, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room

Enjoy making a craft while socializing with others!

Tech Help One-on-One with Marie

Thu, Aug 13, 10:00am - 11:00am

Wilmington Memorial Library - Johnson Room

Librarian Assistant Marie Smyth will help you with device issues or answer technology related questions in this one-on-one tech help session.

This event is full

Tech Help Drop-in

Thu, Aug 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Johnson Room

Have a tech question that's been bugging you? Drop in the library to see if one of our librarians can help!

End of Summer Bash feat. Ben Rudnick and Friends

Thu, Aug 13, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Wilmington Town Common

Celebrate the end of another fun summer with live music, library raffles, lawn games, and food trucks! The first 100 kids get a free ice cream - see details for more info!

Connect with a Social Worker

Thu, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room

The Wilmington Wellness Coalition in partnership with Wilmington Memorial Library offers drop-in and pre-scheduled appointments at the library for any library patron who may need support.

French Conversation Group

Thu, Aug 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Wilmington Memorial Library - Johnson Room

Join us to speak French with other francophiles!

Music with Dara

Fri, Aug 14, 10:00am - 10:45am

Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room

With keyboard, felt board, and finger puppets, Dara weaves songs (old and new favorites) and creative movement for a fun-filled musical program!

Pokémon Club

Sat, Aug 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room

Pokémon fans, unite!