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Novel Ideas
2026-01-15 19:00:00 2026-01-15 20:00:00 America/New_York Novel Ideas 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. Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room

Thursday, January 15
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-01-15 19:00:00 2026-01-15 20:00:00 America/New_York Novel Ideas 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. Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room

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: Isola by Allegra Goodman

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Group |

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Wilmington Memorial Library
Phone: 978-658-2967
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Needleworkers
Fri, May 01, 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.
LEGO Building
Fri, May 01, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room
Build with LEGOs at the library!
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Tech Help Drop-in
Sat, May 02, 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
Puzzle Race!
Sat, May 02, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Wilmington Memorial Library
Put your team’s puzzling skills to the test as you race to complete a 500 piece puzzle in 90 minutes!
Wilmington Community Playgroup
Mon, May 04, 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!
Reserved for Tutoring
Mon, May 04, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room
Multiple tutors may use the Banda Room during this time.
Graphic Novel Book Club
Mon, May 04, 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room
Are you a fan of graphic novels?? Join our monthly book club to explore one book that we read each month. We are currently reading: Besties: Prank War
Needleworkers at Night
Mon, May 04, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, May 05, 10:00am - 10:45am
Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room
Preschool Storytime includes books, rhymes, music and movement for ages 3-6!
Tech Help One-on-One with Brad
Tue, May 05, 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, May 05, 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.
Register
Tech Help Drop-in
Tue, May 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!
Slice & Dice - A Pizza and Table Top Game Night
Tue, May 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room
Join Librarians Mary and Marie for Slice & Dice, our monthly pizza and table top game night for adults.
This event is full
Teen Leadership Council
Tue, May 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Wilmington Memorial Library
Join our Teen Leadership Council!
Time for Twos
Wed, May 06, 10:00am - 10:45am
Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room
Time for Twos includes books, rhymes, music and movement for children age 2!
Early Release Teen Movie & Pizza
Wed, May 06, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room
Enjoy the early release day with pizza and a movie at WML!
Tech Help Drop-in
Wed, May 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!
Reserved for Tutoring
Wed, May 06, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room
Multiple tutors may use the Banda Room during this time.
Chess Tournament
Wed, May 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room
This month's Chess Club at the library event will be a tournament!
Tech Help One-on-One with Marie
Thu, May 07, 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, May 07, 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, May 6 2026 at 10:00am
Tech Help Drop-in
Thu, May 07, 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!
Pints + Pages
Thu, May 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
TBD
A social book group geared towards readers in their 20’s and 30’s.
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Music with Dara
Fri, May 08, 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!
Needleworkers
Fri, May 08, 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.
Tech Help Drop-in
Sat, May 09, 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!
Teen DnD
Sat, May 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room
Join us for in person Dungeons and Dragons at the library.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Bilingual Story Hour
Mon, May 11, 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!
Reserved for Tutoring
Mon, May 11, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room
Multiple tutors may use the Banda Room during this time.
Needleworkers at Night
Mon, May 11, 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.
Photo and Slide Digitization
Mon, May 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room
The library circulates a scanner to digitize photos and slides. Come join technology librarian, Brad, to see how to use it.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, May 12, 10:00am - 10:45am
Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room
Preschool Storytime includes books, rhymes, music and movement for ages 3-6!
Tech Help One-on-One with Brad
Tue, May 12, 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
Cookin' The Books
Tue, May 12, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room
If you love to cook and enjoy talking about food and sharing recipes then this group is for you.
Tech Help Drop-in
Tue, May 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!
Teen Community Paint
Tue, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room
Help us decorate the Teen Room by collaborating on large canvases that will be hung up on our moveable gallery wall!
Friends of WML
Tue, May 12, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room
Friends of WML Executive Board meeting
Time for Twos
Wed, May 13, 10:00am - 10:45am
Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room
Time for Twos includes books, rhymes, music and movement for children age 2!
Tech Help Drop-in
Wed, May 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!
Reserved for Tutoring
Wed, May 13, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room
Multiple tutors may use the Banda Room during this time.
The Tween Scene
Wed, May 13, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room
Attention TWEENS! Join us for this drop in event with games, snacks, and more!
Craft & Chat
Wed, May 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room
Enjoy making a craft while socializing with others!
This event is full
Playful Pathways: Parent Book Club
Wed, May 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Via Zoom
Join this once-a-month book club for busy parents and read one book at a time over the course of a few months!
Tech Help One-on-One with Marie
Thu, May 14, 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, May 14, 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, May 13 2026 at 10:00am
Tech Help Drop-in
Thu, May 14, 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!
Rescheduled
Fun & Function of iPhone
Thu, May 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
New date Thursday, May 28, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Wilmington Memorial Library
New to iPhone or looking to learn? This interactive workshop is for you.
Crafternoon
Thu, May 14, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room
Come make a fun craft with us!
Connect with a Social Worker
Thu, May 14, 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.
Register
French Conversation Group
Thu, May 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Johnson Room
Join us to speak French with other francophiles!
Behind the Books: Michael Holley
Thu, May 14, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Wilmington Senior Center
Meet NBC Sports Boston sportscaster & bestselling author Michael Holley!
Drop-In Storytime
Fri, May 15, 10:00am - 10:45am
Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room
Drop-In Storytime includes books, rhymes, music and movement for children ages 2-6!
Needleworkers
Fri, May 15, 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.
Switch It Up! Video Game Club
Fri, May 15, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room
Come to this once-a-month video game club to play Switch games with friends!
Tech Help Drop-in
Sat, May 16, 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!
Bookends
Mon, May 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room
Featured Book: 'Ghost Wall' by Sarah Moss
Wilmington Community Playgroup
Mon, May 18, 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!
Reserved for Tutoring
Mon, May 18, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room
Multiple tutors may use the Banda Room during this time.
Rescheduled
Ready, Set, STEAM!
Mon, May 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
New date Thursday, May 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Wilmington Memorial Library
Learn and have fun at the same time in this engaging STEAM program!
Beginner Cross Stitch
Mon, May 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Johnson Room
New to needlework? Head of Circulation Lisa will teach you the basics to start your first project! Materials and pattern will be provided.
Registration opens Monday, May 4 2026 at 6:00pm
Needleworkers at Night
Mon, May 18, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, May 19, 10:00am - 10:45am
Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room
Preschool Storytime includes books, rhymes, music and movement for ages 3-6!
Registration opens Tuesday, May 5 2026 at 10:00am
Cancelled
Tech Help One-on-One with Brad
Tue, May 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Wilmington Memorial Library
Technology Librarian Brad McKenna will help you with device issues or answer technology related questions in this one-on-one tech help session.
Connect with a Social Worker
Tue, May 19, 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.
Register
Tech Help Drop-in
Tue, May 19, 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!
Teen DIY Painted Book Edges
Tue, May 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room
Create your own deluxe editions by painting and stenciling book page edges at the library!
Board of Library Trustees
Tue, May 19, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room
Board of Library Trustees Meeting
Time for Twos
Wed, May 20, 10:00am - 10:45am
Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room
Time for Twos includes books, rhymes, music and movement for children age 2!
Registration opens Wednesday, May 6 2026 at 10:00am
Tech Help Drop-in
Wed, May 20, 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
Wed, May 20, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room
Multiple tutors may use the Banda Room during this time.
Poetry Night
Wed, May 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room
Come celebrate the winners of this year's Poetry Contest: Words That Grow!
Tech Help One-on-One with Marie
Thu, May 21, 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, May 21, 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, May 20 2026 at 10:00am
Cancelled
Tech Help Drop-in
Thu, May 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Wilmington Memorial Library
Have a tech question that's been bugging you? Drop in the library to see if one of our librarians can help!
Manga Tryouts
Thu, May 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room
Have a say in manga purchased for the teen collection with our Manga Tryouts club!
Novel Ideas
Thu, May 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room
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.
Needleworkers
Fri, May 22, 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.
Playful Pathways: Money, Money Money
Fri, May 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room
Join in on all the fun of our Money and Jobs unit!
Container Garden Workshop
Fri, May 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Wilmington Memorial Library
Join Master Flower Show Judge Kathy Leva for a hands on container garden workshop. Bring garden gloves and a small trowel if you have them.
This event is full
Library Closed
Sat, May 23, All day
Wilmington Memorial Library
The Library is closed for the holiday.
Library Closed
Mon, May 25, All day
Wilmington Memorial Library
The Library is closed for the holiday.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, May 26, 10:00am - 10:45am
New venue Wilmington Memorial Library - Children's Area
Preschool Storytime includes books, rhymes, music and movement for ages 3-6!
Registration opens Tuesday, May 12 2026 at 10:00am
Tech Help One-on-One with Brad
Tue, May 26, 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, May 26, 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!
Teen Taste Test
Tue, May 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room
Join us for another Teen Taste Test!
Time for Twos
Wed, May 27, 10:00am - 10:45am
Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room
Time for Twos includes books, rhymes, music and movement for children age 2!
Registration opens Wednesday, May 13 2026 at 10:00am
Tech Help Drop-in
Wed, May 27, 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
Wed, May 27, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room
Multiple tutors may use the Banda Room during this time.
Family Craft Night: Bird Feeders
Wed, May 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room
Complete a craft together with your family!
Tech Help One-on-One with Marie
Thu, May 28, 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, May 28, 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, May 27 2026 at 10:00am
Tech Help Drop-in
Thu, May 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!
Fun & Function of iPhone
Thu, May 28, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room
New to iPhone or looking to learn? This interactive workshop is for you.
Cancelled
Connect with a Social Worker
Thu, May 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Wilmington Memorial Library
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.
Ready, Set, STEAM!
Thu, May 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Wilmington Memorial Library
Learn and have fun at the same time in this engaging STEAM program!
Ready, Set, STEAM!
Thu, May 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room
Learn and have fun at the same time in this engaging STEAM program!
Needleworkers
Fri, May 29, 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.
Sensory Discovery for Teens
Fri, May 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Wilmington Memorial Library - Stewart Room
An enrichment activity with fun games and crafts for neurodiverse teens!
OUTDOORS: Birdwatching Walk
Sat, May 30, 9:30am - 10:30am
Peggy Kane Reading Garden
Join Andrew Prazar from North Shore Nature Programs for a birdwatching walk around the library and Wildwood Cemetery. All Ages.
Tech Help Drop-in
Sat, May 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!
Worlds Within Words
Sat, May 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Wilmington Memorial Library - Banda Room
Do you like your books to take you to fantastic, unlikely, and sometimes terrible places? Sometimes all three?
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