Schools and Libraries
July 29, 2023
From: Wilmington Memorial LibraryIndoor/Outdoor Programs
Bike Repair Workshop
Saturday, August 5, 10am
Join David Ritcher from Pedalin' Fools Mobile Bike Repair for a hands-on workshop covering basic bicycle mechanics and repair. Located in the Wildwood St. Parking Lot.
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End of Summer Bash!
Saturday, August 5, 10am
Celebrate the end of another wonderful summer with games, food trucks, raffles, and live music! Dinner is available to purchase from food trucks. Children’s games, crafts, prizes, and more!
Located at Swain Green. No registration required. All Ages.
Puzzle Race
Thursday, August 10, 7pm
Assemble your team of four for a chance at puzzle victory! The first team to complete a 500 piece puzzle will take home all the glory (and a prize).
Located in the Stewart Room.
Please register all members of your group (up to four people) all together.
Whoever registers the group is considered the "Registrant" and we ask that you add all other team members as attendees.
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Intro to Drones
Saturday, August 12, 10am
FAA 107 Certified Aerial Photographer, Joseph Turner will talk about how drones are used to give photographers a bird's eye view. Literally. After the talk he'll give a demo on flying one, weather permitting. Located in the Stewart Room.
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Virtual Programs
50+ Job Seekers
Wednesday, August 2, 9:30am
If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you! Each biweekly meeting is facilitated by Deborah Hope, MBA, PCIC, an experienced executive career coach. Virtual program held on Zoom.
Featured Topic: Self-Assessment and Transferrable Skills
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Special Interest Groups
Fiction Critique Group
Saturday, August 5, 9:15am
Our Critique Group is a great opportunity to meet other writers and get constructive feedback in a supportive environment. Led by local writing enthusiast, Barbara Alevras. Virtual program held on Zoom.
If you are interested in attending this event, please email Adult Services Librarian Erin Driscoll.
Needleworkers at Night
Monday, August 7, 6:30am
This is a social group for those who do any kind of needle craft. Bring your knitting, crocheting, quilting, etc. and enjoy a little conversation and camaraderie.
Drop-in. Located in the Stewart Room.
Cookin' the Books: Afternoon Tea Edition
Tuesday, August 8, 3pm
Join us for a little twist on Cookin' the Books with this potluck-style afternoon tea led by Circulation Librarian Lisa! Rather than working from one cookbook, this month we will have a variety of afternoon tea-themed cookbooks that you can choose from. Located in the Stewart Room.
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Craft & Chat
Wednesday, August 9, 7pm
Enjoy making a craft while socializing with others! This craft group meets the second Wednesday of the month at 7pm. All craft supplies provided. Located in the Stewart Room.
Featured Craft: Beaded Necklace
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Tech Help
One-on-One Tech Help
Tuesday, August 8, 10am
Technology Librarian Brad will help you with device issues or answer technology related questions in this one-on-one tech help session. Located in the Johnson Room.
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Drop-In Tech Help
Tuesdays, 2pm
Wednesdays, 2pm
Saturdays, 2pm
If you have a tech question that's been bothering you, stop by Drop-in Tech Help and ask the experts. Located in the Johnson Room.
Join us for an awesome summer full of reading and fun! All ages can register on Beanstack to begin logging your reading and earning prizes.
Read all summer long to earn prizes!
- Read for 15 days: earn a BSND gift certificate!
- Read for 30 days: earn a free ice cream or slush from Dandylions in Reading!
Enter into our raffles for these fun prizes:
- A Bose Bluetooth Speaker
- A Museum of Science Premier Pass
Register on Beanstack
Printable Log Sheet
For a full and up-to-date list of programming, refer to our events calendar.
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