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Wilmington Memorial Library Weekly News And Events - April 29, 2023

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May 2, 2023

From: Wilmington Memorial Library

Young Children's Programs

Outdoor Storytimes

Waitlist Only

Pre-School Storytime

Tuesdays, starting April 25 through May 30, 10am

Ages 3-6

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Time for Twos

Wednesdays, starting April 26 through May 24, 10am

Age 2

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Baby Time

Thursdays, starting April 27 through June 1,10am

Ages 0-23 months

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Drop-In Storytime

Friday, May 12, 10am

Ages 2-6

Wilmington Community Playgroup
Monday, May 1, 10am

Monday, May 8, 10am

The Community Teamwork Family Resource Network is here for weekly playgroup sessions! Join us for our community playgroup where we will work on Early Literacy skills and much, much more! Ages 0-6, siblings welcome

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Family Programs

May the Fourth Be With You Activities
Thursday, May 4, 10am-5pm

Swing by the library anytime between 10am-5pm to celebrate the most fantastical day of the year - Star Wars Day! Enjoy puzzles, crafts and a photo booth where you can pose with Grogu, R2D2, and C3PO! Drop-in. All Ages

Star Wars Trivia
Thursday, May 4, 3:45pm

Do you know the name of Anakin Skywalker's Padawan? Then come join us for some afternoon trivia to celebrate all things Star Wars! The winning team will win a cardboard cutout of everyone's favorite baby, Grogu! Families with kids ages 5-18

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Poetry Contest Reception

Wednesday, May 10, 7pm

Winners of this year's poetry contest will read their poems for friends, family, and community members and get their prizes! Enjoy refreshments and a night of fun! Drop-in. All Ages

Preschool Art Show Reception

Saturday, May 13, 10am-12pm

Celebrate these incredible artists all under 7 years old! Come to our artist reception, enjoy some refreshments, and maybe meet the artists themselves! Artwork will be on display from May 8th to May 20th in the Large Conference Room--so stop in to check it out! Drop-in.

All Ages

Kids' Programs

Read to Brandie

Thursday, May 4, 6pm-7:30pm

Come read to Brandie, a lovable dog that loves to listen to kids read! Sign up for one 15 minute session per family. Grades K-6. Siblings and caregivers welcome.

Lil Bookworms Book Club

Wednesday, May 10, 3:45pm

Lil Bookworms is back on Wednesdays in the afternoon! This book club is for students in Kindergarten and Grades 1 & 2, and features books, reading comprehension, and an activity. Grades K-2

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Teen Programs

Multiplayer Monday
Monday, May 1, 2pm-4pm

Monday, May 8, 2pm-4pm

The Baldwin Room (the small room in Youth with the comfy chairs) will be reserved for teens to use the Nintendo Switch with our projector! Try out the latest games, play with friends, and make new ones. Grades 6-12

Write Cards for Youth in Foster Care

Tuesday, May 9, 6-8pm

Join us for a card making drive for youth in foster care through the BRAID mission! We will provide supplies; you provide encouraging words and creative illustrations. Teens in grades 9-12 can earn 1-2 hours of community service for participating! Grades 9-12

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Crafternoon: Citrus Coasters

Thursday, May 11, 3:30pm

We'll be making no-sew coasters that look like citrus fruit slices! Grades 4-8

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Author Talk with Kelly Jensen

Thursday, May 11, 3:30pm

What does it mean to be crazy? Is using the word crazy offensive? What happens when a label like that gets attached to your everyday experiences? Join Kelly Jensen, editor of the book (Don't) Call Me Crazy: 33 Voices Start the Conversation About Mental Health, for advice on how to talk openly about mental health topics. Virtual on Zoom. Grades 6-12 & Adults

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Around the Library

Town Wide Yard Sale

It's almost that time again for the Town Wide Yard Sale! This year's sale will be on Saturday, June 10 from 8am to 2pm. Applications will be available at the library and on our website starting Monday, May 1. The application deadline is Saturday, May 27. 

Seller Info: The application fee is $15 and includes yard sale signs, directional signs, and lots of publicity. Don't miss out!

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For a full and up-to-date list of programming, refer to our events calendar.

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