BON APPETIT FOR YOUR LIBRARY
Bon Appetit For Your LIbrary has FOUR fundraisers this month - a breakfast-themed gift basket raffle (7.1-7.31), a fundraising night at Papa Gino's in Tewksbury (7.13), a fundraising night at Friendly's in Tewksbury (7.27), and a restaurant calendar raffle (7.15-8.31)). Click here for more information!
THE BOOK STORE NEXT DOOR – New Wednesday Night Hours!
The Book Store Next Door will be open every Saturday (10am-4pm), Sunday (12pm-3pm), and Wednesday (4pm-7pm) in July.
July Sponsored Children's Programs
Spiraling Through Time Summer Reading Program
Monday, June 15 - Monday, August 31
Spiraling Through Time and space, books can take you anyplace—to the past, present, future, summer is the reading time to leave the here and now behind. It’s been said, now and then, “books fall open, you fall in”. Take a trip, don’t be late. June 15th is the date. Don’t forget. Bring your lunch. You never know, for just how long you will go. Books are unpredictable.
The Yankee Doodle Magic Show
Wednesday, July 8, 7pm-7:45pm
Join magician/actress Debbie O’Carroll in this dandy celebration of America. Meet Punxsutawney Phil, the official American groundhog; Sybil Ludington, the female Paul Revere; Champ, the monster of Lake Champlain; Mary Pickersgill, the maker of the Star Spangled Banner; and the ever-popular Johnny Appleseed. Recommended for ages 4 & older. Register by visiting or calling the Children’s Room, or by registering online beginning Thursday, June 25.
Children's Tie-Dye Workshop
Wednesday, July 15, 10am-12pm
Kids entering 4th and 5th grades are invited to register for this hands-on tie-dye workshop. Bring your own white cotton t-shirt and we will provide the rest. Space is limited. Registration may be made by visiting or telephoning the Children’s Room or by registering online, beginning Thursday, July 2.
Jack and the Beanstock Live Theater
Thursday, July 16, 10:30am-11am
The Traveling Troupe of The Children’s Theatre Workshop of Wilmington will present an adaptation of the fairy tale, “Jack and the Beanstalk”. The show is recommended for an audience aged 4 & older. Register by visiting or calling the Children’s Room, or by registering online beginning Thursday, July 9.
Freezerless Ice Cream
Wednesday, July 22, 12pm-1pm
Learn how to make ice cream without a freezer, or any other machine. Of course, it will have to be eaten soon afterward. No problem. Kids entering grades 4 & 5 are invited to register by visiting or calling the Children’s Room, or by registering online beginning Thursday, July 9.
Sing With Your Baby
Tuesday, July 28, 10:30am-11:15pm
Happy Dan the Music Man provides a unique opportunity for babies and toddlers to explore music, movement, rhymes, instruments and each other in a creative and comforting environment. Register for this event by visiting or calling the Children’s Room, or by registering online beginning Thursday, July 16.
A Pirate's Life
Tuesday, July 28, 2pm-3pm
ARRRR! Captain Scully and Jenny McBoo tell stories and sing songs of the true lives of pirates, while playing guitar and accordion. Come in your finest pirate attire for the sing-along and pirate parade at the finish. Recommended for ages 3 & older. To register, visit or call the Children’s Room, or register online beginning Thursday, July 16.
Cooking with Katie
Wednesday, July 29, 3pm-4:30pm
Join Katie Wilton, author of the book, You’re the Cook!: A Guide to Mixing It Up in the Kitchen, for a hands-on cooking class for kids entering 4th & 5th grades. Make delicious snacks from her cookbook. Participants may sample all the foods and will have the opportunity to purchase a signed copy of her cookbook. Register for this free program by visiting or calling the Children’s Room, or by registeringonline beginning Thursday, July 16.
Alice in Wonderland Live Theater
Thursday, July 30, 10:30am-11am
The Traveling Troupe of The Children’s Theatre Workshop of Wilmington will present an adaptation of classic tale by Lewis Carroll, “Alice in Wonderland”. The show is recommended for an audience aged 4 & older. Register by visiting or calling the Children’s Room, or by registering online beginning Thursday, July 23.
Door Prizes: The Friends are sponsoring door prizes for the Star Mag Meeting (7/8), the Book Discussion for Ages 9 & Older (7/9), and the Book Discussion for Ages 7 & Older (7/16).
Note: Register for programs at http://www.wilmlibrary.org.
Monday, June 15 - Monday, August 31
Spiraling Through Time and space, books can take you anyplace—to the past, present, future, summer is the reading time to leave the here and now behind. It’s been said, now and then, “books fall open, you fall in”. Take a trip, don’t be late. June 15th is the date. Don’t forget. Bring your lunch. You never know, for just how long you will go. Books are unpredictable.
The Yankee Doodle Magic Show
Wednesday, July 8, 7pm-7:45pm
Join magician/actress Debbie O’Carroll in this dandy celebration of America. Meet Punxsutawney Phil, the official American groundhog; Sybil Ludington, the female Paul Revere; Champ, the monster of Lake Champlain; Mary Pickersgill, the maker of the Star Spangled Banner; and the ever-popular Johnny Appleseed. Recommended for ages 4 & older. Register by visiting or calling the Children’s Room, or by registering online beginning Thursday, June 25.
Children's Tie-Dye Workshop
Wednesday, July 15, 10am-12pm
Kids entering 4th and 5th grades are invited to register for this hands-on tie-dye workshop. Bring your own white cotton t-shirt and we will provide the rest. Space is limited. Registration may be made by visiting or telephoning the Children’s Room or by registering online, beginning Thursday, July 2.
Jack and the Beanstock Live Theater
Thursday, July 16, 10:30am-11am
The Traveling Troupe of The Children’s Theatre Workshop of Wilmington will present an adaptation of the fairy tale, “Jack and the Beanstalk”. The show is recommended for an audience aged 4 & older. Register by visiting or calling the Children’s Room, or by registering online beginning Thursday, July 9.
Freezerless Ice Cream
Wednesday, July 22, 12pm-1pm
Learn how to make ice cream without a freezer, or any other machine. Of course, it will have to be eaten soon afterward. No problem. Kids entering grades 4 & 5 are invited to register by visiting or calling the Children’s Room, or by registering online beginning Thursday, July 9.
Sing With Your Baby
Tuesday, July 28, 10:30am-11:15pm
Happy Dan the Music Man provides a unique opportunity for babies and toddlers to explore music, movement, rhymes, instruments and each other in a creative and comforting environment. Register for this event by visiting or calling the Children’s Room, or by registering online beginning Thursday, July 16.
A Pirate's Life
Tuesday, July 28, 2pm-3pm
ARRRR! Captain Scully and Jenny McBoo tell stories and sing songs of the true lives of pirates, while playing guitar and accordion. Come in your finest pirate attire for the sing-along and pirate parade at the finish. Recommended for ages 3 & older. To register, visit or call the Children’s Room, or register online beginning Thursday, July 16.
Cooking with Katie
Wednesday, July 29, 3pm-4:30pm
Join Katie Wilton, author of the book, You’re the Cook!: A Guide to Mixing It Up in the Kitchen, for a hands-on cooking class for kids entering 4th & 5th grades. Make delicious snacks from her cookbook. Participants may sample all the foods and will have the opportunity to purchase a signed copy of her cookbook. Register for this free program by visiting or calling the Children’s Room, or by registeringonline beginning Thursday, July 16.
Alice in Wonderland Live Theater
Thursday, July 30, 10:30am-11am
The Traveling Troupe of The Children’s Theatre Workshop of Wilmington will present an adaptation of classic tale by Lewis Carroll, “Alice in Wonderland”. The show is recommended for an audience aged 4 & older. Register by visiting or calling the Children’s Room, or by registering online beginning Thursday, July 23.
Door Prizes: The Friends are sponsoring door prizes for the Star Mag Meeting (7/8), the Book Discussion for Ages 9 & Older (7/9), and the Book Discussion for Ages 7 & Older (7/16).
Note: Register for programs at http://www.wilmlibrary.org.
June Friendly Fundraisers
THE BOOK STORE NEXT DOOR – New Wednesday Night Hours!
The Book Store Next Door will be open every Saturday (10am-4pm), Sunday (12pm-3pm), and Wednesday (4pm-7pm) in June.
MEMBERSHIP DRIVE 2009
Friends memberships expired on May 31st. Fear not! It’s never too late to renew yours! Applications are available at the library, at the Book Store Next Door, on our website, and in past and future Friends newsletter. Additionally, Friends can now pay their membership dues online by clicking here.
The Book Store Next Door will be open every Saturday (10am-4pm), Sunday (12pm-3pm), and Wednesday (4pm-7pm) in June.
MEMBERSHIP DRIVE 2009
Friends memberships expired on May 31st. Fear not! It’s never too late to renew yours! Applications are available at the library, at the Book Store Next Door, on our website, and in past and future Friends newsletter. Additionally, Friends can now pay their membership dues online by clicking here.
June Sponsored Adult Programs
Book Brunch
Saturday, June 13, 10am
Join us as we kick off the summer reading program! Participants will have the opportunity to relax over a delicious breakfast, talk with others about what they’re reading, and get all the details on how to participate and win in this year’s summer program!
To Will Or Not To Will
Wednesday, June 17, 7pm-8:45pm
Wilmington attorneys, Mark Alan Perkins and Kathleen Black Reynolds will present the objectives of writing a will, what to include and exclude so that objectives are met, and the formalities that make a will legitimate.
NOTE: Register for each program at http://www.wilmlibrary.org/.
Saturday, June 13, 10am
Join us as we kick off the summer reading program! Participants will have the opportunity to relax over a delicious breakfast, talk with others about what they’re reading, and get all the details on how to participate and win in this year’s summer program!
To Will Or Not To Will
Wednesday, June 17, 7pm-8:45pm
Wilmington attorneys, Mark Alan Perkins and Kathleen Black Reynolds will present the objectives of writing a will, what to include and exclude so that objectives are met, and the formalities that make a will legitimate.
NOTE: Register for each program at http://www.wilmlibrary.org/.
June Sponsored Children's Programs
Spiraling Through Time Summer Reading Program
Monday, June 15 - Monday, August 31
Spiraling Through Time and space, books can take you anyplace—to the past, present, future, summer is the reading time to leave the here and now behind. It’s been said, now and then, “books fall open, you fall in”. Take a trip, don’t be late. June 15th is the date. Don’t forget. Bring your lunch. You never know, for just how long you will go. Books are unpredictable.
The Amazing Time Travel Show
Monday, June 15, 7pm-7:45pm
Jay Mankita opens the summer reading program with this science fiction/adventure musical theater production featuring Jay as the Wizard, Dinosaur, Caveman, Pirate and Time Traveler. See how the past, present and future interact (with your help) in this time traveling show for children ages 4 & older. Jay is a guitarist, singer, songwriter and recording artist. He will be touring in August for the acclaimed international label, Putumayo Kids, to promote the release its upcoming CD, “Picnic Playground”. “The Amazing Time Travel Show” is free and one may register by visiting or calling the Children’s Room, or by registering online, beginning Thursday, June 4th.
Sidewalk Chalk
Thursday, June 18, 10am-11am
All ages are invited to drop-in at the library parking lot behind the “Book Store Next Door" to create chalk drawings on the pavement. Free refreshments will be available, courtesy of the Friends of the Library.
Door Prizes: The Friends are sponsoring door prizes for the Star Mag Meeting (6/3) and the Book Discussion for Ages 7 & Older (6/5).
Note: Register for The Amazing Time Travel Show at http://www.wilmlibrary.org/.
Monday, June 15 - Monday, August 31
Spiraling Through Time and space, books can take you anyplace—to the past, present, future, summer is the reading time to leave the here and now behind. It’s been said, now and then, “books fall open, you fall in”. Take a trip, don’t be late. June 15th is the date. Don’t forget. Bring your lunch. You never know, for just how long you will go. Books are unpredictable.
The Amazing Time Travel Show
Monday, June 15, 7pm-7:45pm
Jay Mankita opens the summer reading program with this science fiction/adventure musical theater production featuring Jay as the Wizard, Dinosaur, Caveman, Pirate and Time Traveler. See how the past, present and future interact (with your help) in this time traveling show for children ages 4 & older. Jay is a guitarist, singer, songwriter and recording artist. He will be touring in August for the acclaimed international label, Putumayo Kids, to promote the release its upcoming CD, “Picnic Playground”. “The Amazing Time Travel Show” is free and one may register by visiting or calling the Children’s Room, or by registering online, beginning Thursday, June 4th.
Sidewalk Chalk
Thursday, June 18, 10am-11am
All ages are invited to drop-in at the library parking lot behind the “Book Store Next Door" to create chalk drawings on the pavement. Free refreshments will be available, courtesy of the Friends of the Library.
Door Prizes: The Friends are sponsoring door prizes for the Star Mag Meeting (6/3) and the Book Discussion for Ages 7 & Older (6/5).
Note: Register for The Amazing Time Travel Show at http://www.wilmlibrary.org/.
May Friendly Fundraisers
THE BOOK STORE NEXT DOOR – New Hours!
The Book Store Next Door will be open every Saturday (10am-4pm) and Sunday (12pm-3pm) in May.
MEMBERSHIP DRIVE 2009
Current Friends memberships expire on May 31st. It’s never too soon to renew yours! Applications are available at the library, at the Book Store Next Door, on our website, and in past and future Friends newsletter. Additionally, Friends can now pay their membership dues online by clicking here.
The Book Store Next Door will be open every Saturday (10am-4pm) and Sunday (12pm-3pm) in May.
MEMBERSHIP DRIVE 2009
Current Friends memberships expire on May 31st. It’s never too soon to renew yours! Applications are available at the library, at the Book Store Next Door, on our website, and in past and future Friends newsletter. Additionally, Friends can now pay their membership dues online by clicking here.
May Sponsored Adult Programs
Elder Law
Wednesday, May 6, 7pm-8:45pm
Attorney Nancy Hogan will present a seminar on Health Care proxy, Power of Attorney, HIPPA Medical Release and Comfort Care Order.
Social Security
Wednesday, May 13, 7pm-8:45pm
Alex Valdez, Operations Supervisor in the Lowell Social Security Office, will present a power point presentation on Social Security and Retirement Planning.
Health Plans Options For People Thinking About Retirement
Thursday, May 21, 7pm-8:45pm
Learn from expert, Heather Hurd, Senior Plan Consultant for Blue Cross Blue Shield, about health care options available before Medicare eligibility and health care options once eligible. This program is designed for people who will be retiring soon.
Wednesday, May 6, 7pm-8:45pm
Attorney Nancy Hogan will present a seminar on Health Care proxy, Power of Attorney, HIPPA Medical Release and Comfort Care Order.
Social Security
Wednesday, May 13, 7pm-8:45pm
Alex Valdez, Operations Supervisor in the Lowell Social Security Office, will present a power point presentation on Social Security and Retirement Planning.
Health Plans Options For People Thinking About Retirement
Thursday, May 21, 7pm-8:45pm
Learn from expert, Heather Hurd, Senior Plan Consultant for Blue Cross Blue Shield, about health care options available before Medicare eligibility and health care options once eligible. This program is designed for people who will be retiring soon.
May Sponsored Children's Programs
Music & More
Tuesday, May 5, 6:30pm-7:15pm
Bernadette Baird presents music and movement for toddlers and young children through age three. Sing, play musical instruments and dance! Free tickets may be reserved by visiting or calling the Children’s Room, or by registering here online, beginning Thursday, April 23.
Cooking with Katie
Tuesday, May 12, 5:30pm-7pm
Join Katie Wilton, author of the book, You’re the Cook!: A Guide to Mixing It Up in the Kitchen, for a hands-on cooking class for 4th & 5th graders. Students will make recipes from her cookbook, including deviled eggs, pizza wontons, parmesan pita triangles, yogurt fruit shakes and cream cheese filled strawberries. Participants will sample all of the food and will have the opportunity to purchase a signed copy of her cookbook. Register for this free program by visiting or calling the Children’s Room, or by registering here online beginning Thursday, April 30.
Big Ryan’s Tall Tales
Saturday, May 16, 11am-11:45am
Big Ryan will bring puppets, music, movement, original stories and a whole lot of fun to this program for ages 3 & older. Tickets are free and may be reserved by visiting or calling the Children’s Room, or by registering online beginning Thursday, May 7.
Door Prizes: The Friends are sponsoring door prizes for the Book Discussion for Ages 7 & Older (5/1) and Star Mag Meeting (5/6).
Tuesday, May 5, 6:30pm-7:15pm
Bernadette Baird presents music and movement for toddlers and young children through age three. Sing, play musical instruments and dance! Free tickets may be reserved by visiting or calling the Children’s Room, or by registering here online, beginning Thursday, April 23.
Cooking with Katie
Tuesday, May 12, 5:30pm-7pm
Join Katie Wilton, author of the book, You’re the Cook!: A Guide to Mixing It Up in the Kitchen, for a hands-on cooking class for 4th & 5th graders. Students will make recipes from her cookbook, including deviled eggs, pizza wontons, parmesan pita triangles, yogurt fruit shakes and cream cheese filled strawberries. Participants will sample all of the food and will have the opportunity to purchase a signed copy of her cookbook. Register for this free program by visiting or calling the Children’s Room, or by registering here online beginning Thursday, April 30.
Big Ryan’s Tall Tales
Saturday, May 16, 11am-11:45am
Big Ryan will bring puppets, music, movement, original stories and a whole lot of fun to this program for ages 3 & older. Tickets are free and may be reserved by visiting or calling the Children’s Room, or by registering online beginning Thursday, May 7.
Door Prizes: The Friends are sponsoring door prizes for the Book Discussion for Ages 7 & Older (5/1) and Star Mag Meeting (5/6).
News Between Newsletters - April
Here is a letter to the editor that appeared in the Wilmington Town Crier and Wilmington Advocate on Thursday, April 2.
Dear Editor,
The Friends of the Wilmington Memorial Library raised over $17,500 during its recent Annual Appeal. These funds will help complete the library’s makeover with new customized signage, display shelving, and other features that will make it easier for users to find what they need.
The Friends would like to thank the more than 150 residents who donated. Each donor’s name can be found on a placard in the library’s first-floor hallway.
The Friends would also like to thank the dozen local businesses who made financial contributions: Aluminum & Glass Concepts; ChemGenes Corporation; Country Chef; Electrical Design & Control; J.A. Miara Transportation; John Sullivan, MD; Nichols Funeral Home; Optocom Corporation; Pacific Packaging Products; Patriot Flooring; Scully Signal Company; and Vaidya Consultants.
The Friends of the Wilmington Memorial Library are fortunate to be based in this town. Primarily through Annual Appeal donations, Book Store Next Door proceeds, and membership dues, the Friends raised more than $75,000 over the past two years. Since 2007, the Friends have been able to fund a 24/7 drive-up book & media return; circulation desk for the children’s department; tables and chairs for the preschool area; couch in the children’s room; computer workstations in the Teen Zone; upholstered chairs in the adult reading area; book display units for the popular “hot titles” service; the Wilmington Memorial Library outdoor sign; a handful of museum and zoo passes; and over 100 programs for children, teens, and adults (including Wilmington Reads and Summer Reading Programs).
The Friends are proud of its library. The Friends are proud of its town. Thank you for your continuous generosity, particularly in these tumultuous economic times.
Sincerely,
Robert Hayes
Fundraising Chair, Friends of the WML
Dear Editor,
The Friends of the Wilmington Memorial Library raised over $17,500 during its recent Annual Appeal. These funds will help complete the library’s makeover with new customized signage, display shelving, and other features that will make it easier for users to find what they need.
The Friends would like to thank the more than 150 residents who donated. Each donor’s name can be found on a placard in the library’s first-floor hallway.
The Friends would also like to thank the dozen local businesses who made financial contributions: Aluminum & Glass Concepts; ChemGenes Corporation; Country Chef; Electrical Design & Control; J.A. Miara Transportation; John Sullivan, MD; Nichols Funeral Home; Optocom Corporation; Pacific Packaging Products; Patriot Flooring; Scully Signal Company; and Vaidya Consultants.
The Friends of the Wilmington Memorial Library are fortunate to be based in this town. Primarily through Annual Appeal donations, Book Store Next Door proceeds, and membership dues, the Friends raised more than $75,000 over the past two years. Since 2007, the Friends have been able to fund a 24/7 drive-up book & media return; circulation desk for the children’s department; tables and chairs for the preschool area; couch in the children’s room; computer workstations in the Teen Zone; upholstered chairs in the adult reading area; book display units for the popular “hot titles” service; the Wilmington Memorial Library outdoor sign; a handful of museum and zoo passes; and over 100 programs for children, teens, and adults (including Wilmington Reads and Summer Reading Programs).
The Friends are proud of its library. The Friends are proud of its town. Thank you for your continuous generosity, particularly in these tumultuous economic times.
Sincerely,
Robert Hayes
Fundraising Chair, Friends of the WML
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