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January Friendly Fundraisers

THE BOOK STORE NEXT DOOR
The Book Store Next Door will be open on:
- Saturday, January 9th, 10am-4pm
- Saturday, January 16th, 10am-4pm
- Saturday, January 23rd, 10am-4pm
- Saturday, January 30th, 10am-4pm

January Sponsored Adult Programs

The Hidden Power in Power Tools
Monday, January 11th, 7pm-8:45pm
Marie Leonard, owner of Marie's Home Improvement, will share personal and practical lessons from a professional handywoman and "do-it-yourselfer." Learn how to use a caulking gun, fix a toilet's phantom flush, and other tips in this entertaining and educational presentation.

Window Treatment Options
Thursday, January 21st, 7pm-8:45pm
Jackie Davis, interior decorator and owner of Roomscape Interiors, will help you decide the best option for your window treatments. She will discuss how to measure windows, hard versus soft treatments, and off and off the shelf versus custom made.

How To Live A Green Lifestyle
Tuesday, January 26th, 7pm-8:45pm
Dan Ruben, Executive Director of Boston Green Tourism, will share actions for consumers to lead greener lives including options for greener transportation, households, and the reduction of energy and water consumption.

January Sponsored Children's Programs

Preschool Sing-Along with Joanie Walsh
Monday, January 11, 10am-10:30am

Preschoolers and their caregivers are invited to join Joanie Walsh of The Children’s Theatre Workshop of Wilmington as she leads the group in singing and moving to the beat of many well-loved songs. Registration may be made here online, or by visiting or calling the Children's Room beginning Thursday, December 31 at 9 am.

Music & More with Bernadette Baird
Monday, January 25, 6:30pm-7pm
Bernadette Baird presents music and movement for toddlers and young children through age three. Sing, play musical instruments and dance! Registration may be made by visiting or calling the Children's Room, or by registering here online, beginning Thursday, January 14 at 9 am.

Door Prizes: The Friends are sponsoring door prizes for the Star Mag Meeting (1/6), Book Discussion for Ages 7 & Older (1/8), and Book Discussion for Ages 9 & Older (1/15).

Note: Register for programs at www.wilmlibrary.org.

December Friendly Fundraisers

ANNUAL APPEAL 2009
The goal of the 2009 Annual Appeal is to raise $20,000 to update our two meeting rooms, focusing on technology. Funds will be used to purchase and install meeting room audio/video equipment that will improve the delivery of library programs and bring our meeting room services into this century with up-to-date presentation capabilities. We would also like to purchase laptops for use in computer training classes. Annual Appeal letters and donation forms are available at the library, the Book Store Next Door, and online.

HOLIDAY SHOPPING FOR YOUR LIBRARY
Support the Wilmington Memorial Library this holiday season when shopping for family, friends, neighbors, and co-workers. For more information, click here!

THE BOOK STORE NEXT DOOR
The Book Store Next Door will be open on Saturday, December 5th (10am-4pm); Saturday, December 12th (10am-4pm); and Saturday, December 19th (10am-4pm). The store will be closed on Saturday, December 26th (and Saturday, January 2nd) for the holidays.

December Sponsored Adult Programs

Winter Jazz Concert
Friday, December 4th, 7pm-9pm
Too Human, a trio of musicians, will present a mixture of jazz, blues, pop and R and B.

December Sponsored Children's Programs

The Bestest Christmas Present Ever! Holiday Play
Saturday, December 5, 10:30am-11am
All ages are invited to get into the holiday spirit by enjoying this original production of The Children’s Theatre Workshop of Wilmington, starring many of our own Wilmington talents. Registration may be made here online, or by visiting or calling the Children's Room beginning Wednesday, November 25 at 9am.

The Wimpy Kid Holiday Party
Tuesday, December 29, 7pm-8:30pm
Celebrate the best-selling Wimpy Kid books by Jeff Kinney at this holiday party. Kids ages 9 & older are invited to register for this wimpy event featuring games, crafts, refreshments and prizes. Registration may be made here online, or by visiting or calling the Children's Room beginning Thursday, December 10 at 9 am.

Door Prizes: The Friends are sponsoring door prizes for the Star Mag Meeting (12/2), Book Discussion for Ages 7 & Older (12/4), and Book Discussion for Ages 9 & Older (12/11).

Note: Register for programs at http://www.wilmlibrary.org/.

November Friendly Fundraisers

ANNUAL APPEAL 2009
The goal of the 2009 Annual Appeal is to raise $20,000 to update our two meeting rooms, focusing on technology. Funds will be used to purchase and install meeting room audio/video equipment that will improve the delivery of library programs and bring our meeting room services into this century with up-to-date presentation capabilities. We would also like to purchase laptops for use in computer training classes. Annual Appeal letters and donation forms are available at the library, the Book Store Next Door, and online.

HOLIDAY SHOPPING FOR YOUR LIBRARY
Support the Wilmington Memorial Library this holiday season when shopping for family, friends, neighbors, and co-workers. For more information, click here!

THE BOOK STORE NEXT DOOR
The Book Store Next Door will be open every Saturday (10am-4pm) in November.

November Sponsored Adult Programs

Cooking With Herbs For The Holidays
Thursday, November 5th, 7pm-8:45pm
Betsy Williams will present a program on cooking with herbs for the holidays. Recipes will be demonstrated and samples provided for tasting. Betsy has been growing, selling, decorating and teaching about living with herbs and flowers since 1972. Limited to 38 participants.

Healthy Holiday Eating
Monday, November 16th, 7pm-8:45pm
Anna Peabody, from New England Nutrition Associates, will discuss the nutritional implications of the holiday season. The presentation will include the good, the bad, and the unhealthy nutrition information about holiday foods, "Healthy versions of Classic Holiday foods, and tips for healthy holiday eating.

Portraits in Silhouette
Friday, November 20th, 10am-4pm
Saturday, November 21st, 10am-4pm

Back by popular demand! Jean and Marcella Comerford are a mother and daughter team of professional silhouette artists with over 20 years of experience between them. They will be available Friday and Saturday (Nov. 20-21) from 10-4. Please call the Information Desk to make an appointment (978-694-2099). Portraits are $29 each. Copies are $10 apiece. The Friends receive 20% of each sale!

Note: Register for programs at www.wilmlibrary.org.

November Sponsored Children's Programs

Preschool Sing-Along with Joanie Walsh
Monday, November 9th, 10am-10:30am

Preschoolers and their caregivers are invited to join Joanie Walsh of The Children’s Theatre Workshop of Wilmington as she leads the group in singing and moving to the beat of many well-loved songs. Registration may be made here online, or by visiting or calling the Children's Room beginning Thursday, October 29 at 9 am.

Stampin’ Up! With Karen Mirabito
Monday, November 12th, 3:30pm-5pm

A rubber stamp workshop for kids ages 9 & older will be presented by Wilmington’s Karen Mirabito. Materials to create two original stamped greeting cards as well as instruction will be provided free of charge. Space is limited. Registration may be made here online, or by visiting or calling the Children's Room beginning Thursday, October 29 at 9 am.

Door Prizes: The Friends are sponsoring door prizes for the Star Mag Meeting (11/4), Book Discussion for Ages 7 & Older (11/6), and Book Discussion for Ages 9 & Older (11/13).

Note: Register for programs at www.wilmlibrary.org.