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Fall EventsSeptember, October, November 2016

175 Middlesex Ave. • Wilmington, MA 01887 • 978-658-2967 • wilmlibrary.org Fall 2016

Mondays, 7 pm (Cost $25, Limit 28)September 12, 19, 26, October 3, 17, 24Registration begins August 8 at the main desk

This six-session Great Decisions program will focus on some of the most thought-provoking foreign

policy challenges facing Americans: Middle East Alliances, The Rise of ISIS, The Future of Kurdistan, Migration, The United Nations, and Climate Change. Participants will use a briefing book pub-lished by the Foreign Policy Association and will be led in discussion by facilitator Keith West.

Great Decisions Series

Tuesday, November 29, 6 – 8 pm (drop in)Are you new to Wilmington or have you lived here for a while and wish to know more about the community? Then please come to the Welcome to Wilmington Reception. Representatives from town departments, community groups, and local businesses will be on hand to welcome you and answer your questions. Refreshments will be served. This program is in col-laboration with Wilmington Chamber of Commerce.

Welcome to Wilmington Reception

Share Your Hobbies and Skills with Your CommunitySkillshare brings together people willing to share their knowledge and skills with others through library supported workshops. If you are skilled in the creative arts such as painting, needlework, paper craft-ing, etc. or if you have lifestyle skills such as cooking, home decorating, basic car repair, raising chickens, etc. or if you are tech savvy or have any other hobby or interest, consider sharing your talent with the community.

To participate, please submit an application by December 31. Applications are available on our website and at the library. Approved workshops will be scheduled during 2017. All Skillshare workshops are presented on a voluntary basis and are free and open to the public.

Skillshare @ the WML

Tuesday, September 20, 6:30 pmTuesday, October 18, 6:30 pmTuesday, November 15, 6:30 pmNew release movies and re-freshments. Check the website or call the library 30 days prior for show titles. Children under the age of 10 must be accom-panied by a parent or guardian.

Movie Nights

Special Events

*RR = Registration RequiredRegister at wilmlibrary.org/events or by calling 978-658-2967.Registration begins 30 days prior to event.

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Local History *RR Local Services *RR

Cemetery StrollSaturday, September 17, 10 amThis year’s Cemetery Stroll will include visits to the gravestones of important Wilmington families. Eames, Butters, Bucks, Harndens, Carters, and Jaquiths are just a few of the names that appear frequently in the cemetery. Learn what these families contributed to Wilming-ton’s history, while enjoying one of the most beautiful spots in our town. Wear your walking shoes! The Stroll will begin in the parking lot behind the library.

Wilmington Veterans’ PanelThursday, November 10, 7 pmIn honor of Veterans

Day, Veterans Agent Lou Cimaglia will moderate a panel of Wilmington resi-dents who served their country in the various branches of the armed forces. The panelists will share their military experiences and personal stories.

Services Provided by the Buzzell Senior Center and BeyondThursday, September 22, 7 pmPlease join Director Terri Marciello and Case Manager Laura Pickett of the Department of Elderly Services for a discussion on pro-grams offered at the Buzzell Senior Center as well as many services the department can provide for Wilmington elders and their families, such as home delivered meals,

transportation, S.H.I.N.E., fuel assistance, SNAP, File of Life, medical equip-ment borrowing program, and case management services.

Around Town

Energy Savings presented by RMLDThursday, September 8, 7 pmLearn how to reduce your energy bills before the cooler temperatures set in. A representative from The Reading Mu-nicipal Light Department will talk about ways to conserve energy and save money on electric bills, types of billing options, RMLD’s mobile app, audits, and more.

Saturday, September 24, 9 am – 12 pmTown Common Parking Lot (note new location)The library, in partnership with the Wilmington Community Fund, will host the sixth annual on-site shredding day. Two shredding trucks will be on hand to handle the volume. This event is meant for households. We reserve the right to limit the amount of shredding due to wait time or truck space, if needed. Paper clips, rubber bands, and staples do not have to be removed. Shred-ding is free to the public, but donations to the food pantry are encouraged and welcomed.

Shredding Day

Vote early and often! Proceeds benefit the Friends of the Library.

Presidential Penny Vote & Selfie

(October 3 – November 8)

Tarot Card ReadingThursday, October 27, 7 pmCurious about tarot cards and how to use them? In this entertaining and hands-on talk Sally Cragin will introduce you to this fascinating pastime. She will discuss the history of the cards, the meaning of the “suits,” and the “Trump” or Major Arcana cards. This program is for begin-ners, experienced read-ers, and curious folk.

Get Out the Vote! *RR

Campaigning for President: George Washington to TodayThursday, September 29, 7 pmJoin Richard Padova from Northern Essex Community College on a journey through the presidential campaign trail from George Washington to the pres-ent. Learn about surrogate campaigns, front-porch campaigns, and whistle-stop campaigns. Differences and similarities in campaigns of yesteryear and today will be examined.

All the Presidents’ WomenThursday, October 13, 7 pmThe award winning Delvena Theatre Company presents a one hour presenta-tion that takes a behind closed doors look at three of America’s most accom-plished and complex First Ladies. Using period costumes, props, and music, two actresses portray Mary Todd Lincoln,

Edith Wilson, and Flor-ence Harding with insight, drama, and humor. The presentation is followed by a half hour discussion.

Get in the Spirit! *RR

Mysterious MassachusettsThursday, October 6, 7 pmFrom seaside ghost to UFOs over the Berkshires,

Massachusetts has a rich history of para-normal legends, odd events, and strange denizens. Join us for this talk as we have a look at some of the most famous of Mas-sachusetts paranormal history. Presented by enthusiast Sarah Hodge-Wetherbe.

Monday, October 31Trick or treat at the library! Visit us on Halloween in costume for a sweet treat!

Trick or Treat!

Historic BostonMonday, October 3, 2:30 pmMarguerite Krupp from the Friends of Boston Harbor Islands discusses the histori-cal significance of anniversaries occurring in Boston Harbor this year: Boston Light on Little Brewster Island, The Boston Harbor Islands National & State Park, and the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service.

Concerts *RR(Third Thursday @ 2:30 pm)

Genealogy and Family HistoryMonday, November 7, 2:30 pmLearn how to start your ancestry search and how

to organize a large genealogical project. Sources for vital records will be explored along with the census, passenger lists, naturalizations, and cemeteries. Recent advances in the field such as DNA and popular websites will be discussed.

Acoustic Tunes with Joe LearyThursday, September 15, 2:30 pmEnjoy listening to popular

country and acoustic rock classics with singer/guitarist Joe Leary. Joe will channel the likes of John Fogarty, Charlie Rich, Bobby Darin, Elvis, and more for a toe-tapping afternoon of musical memories.

The Beatles: Band of the SixtiesThursday, October 20, 2:30 pmExplore the music of The Beatles in this 60 minute multimedia presentation (part his-tory and part musical analysis) spanning the full 1960’s: beginning with the band’s seminal visits to Hamburg, continuing through Beatlemania, and concluding with Abbey Road. This program will be supplemented with audio clips of music and excerpts from interviews with the band members. Presented by Beatles scholar and author Aaron Krerowicz.

Solo Guitarist Scott OuelletteThursday, November 17, 2:30 pmScott Ouellette has been performing classical/solo guitar music for over 30 years, performing various genres including Latin-American, Brazilian, classical, and jazz. Come and enjoy this afternoon of beautiful music.

Afternoons @ WML

Lectures *RR(First Monday @ 2:30 pm)

If you love to cook and enjoy talking about food, this book group is for you! Pick up a copy of the cookbook, select a recipe, and email your selection Lisa Crispin (lcrispin@wilmlibrary.org). Come hungry!• September 6: Mexican Everyday by

Rick Bayless• October 4: Simply Nigella by

Nigella Lawson• November 1: Zahav by

Michael Solomonov

Cookin’ the Books *RR(First Tuesday @ 12 pm)

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Book Groups *RR

Pints + PagesFirst Thursday of every other month, 7 pmA social book group geared toward readers in their 20s and 30s. The group meets on the first Thursday of every other month. The book discussion will be hosted by librarians from the Wilmington and Reading public libraries. Meeting location rotates between Wilmington and Reading. September 1 @ Golden Ginger, Wilmington Featured Book: Modern Romance by Aziz AnsariNovember 3 @ TBD, Reading Featured Book: A Darker Shade of Magic by V.E. Schwab

Novel Ideas: Fiction Book GroupThird Thursday of the month, 7 pmEnjoy reading fiction? Join the library’s fiction book group led by Adult Services Librarian Kim Rowley. Please stop by the library to pick up a copy of the featured book. September 15: A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman

(Book Talkin’ with Eileen MacDougall 6:30 – 7 pm. Great way to learn about new books!)October 20: Only Love Can Break Your Heart by Ed TarkingtonNovember 17: Before the Fall by Noah Hawley

Writing GroupFirst Saturday of the month, 9:15 amSeptember 10 (second Saturday), October 1, November 5If you love to write and seek feedback, then join our writing group. Please bring up

to five pages of written work to the meeting. Open to all genres and levels. Led by local writing enthusiast Barbara Alevras.

Creative Writing Skill BuildingFourth Tuesday of the month, 7 pmLearn to apply writing tips, tools, and techniques shared by published authors and other writing experts. Open to all who want to improve their writing skills and get their work published. When registering, please provide your email address so you can receive an agenda and any prep mate-rials in advance. Led by local writing enthusiast Barbara Alevras. September 27: Group meetingOctober 25: Guest speakersRegional self-published authors Ariele Sieling and Christopher Kellen take a closer look at strate-gies for creating a book that is both a quality product and affordable for the writer. They discuss the right – and the wrong – reasons for choosing to self publish, tips for preparing a book for publication, and how to avoid common pitfalls. November 22: Group meeting

The Written Word *RR

How to Roast Coffee (Skillshare)Tuesday, November 8, 7 pmBuy green coffee beans from around the world and learn how to roast them at home. Wilmington resident and Library trustee Don Pearson will discuss sources for beans, the necessary equip-ment needed, and show a partial demo.

NeedleworkersFridays, 10 am (no meetings September 2, November 11 & 25)Bring a project and enjoy a

little conversation and camaraderie. Drop in!

Pastel Painting Workshop with Greg MaichackSaturday, September 10, 11 am – 1 pm(Cost $5, Limit 30)Registration begins August 8 at the main deskThis hands-on art workshop for adults is designed for beginners to experienced art-ists. Participants will produce their own still life pastel paint-ing using techniques applied by masters. This workshop is supported in part by a grant from Wilmington Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council.

Knitting Basics (Skillshare)Wednesdays, October 12, 19, 26, & November 2, 10 amInstructor Mary Ellen Kottmyer will provide basic knitting instruction in this four part series.

Arts & Crafts *RR

Wild Ponies Art Exhibit and Presentation Saturday, October 8, 2:30 pmThe wild ponies of As-sateague Island National Seashore in coastal Maryland have lived on this island wild and free of human interac-tion since the 1700s. Artist Rob Franco will discuss the ponies and the island and show a 20 minute video produced by the National Park Service. His paintings of the ponies will be on display in the conference room.

The Festive Table with Betsy WilliamsSaturday, November 19, 10 am (Cost $5)Registration begins October 17 at the main deskLearn to combine fruits, vegetables, and nuts with locally-harvested greens and berries to decorate your home and table for Thanksgiving and the winter holidays. Betsy will share ideas and techniques for seasonal centerpieces, guest favors, and door decora-tions, plus demonstrate how to create a fresh winter potpourri. Attendees will each make an apple candle to use on their holiday table.

“How to” Tuesdays *RR

How to Plan for RetirementTuesday, September 13, 7 pmLearn everything you need to know to determine your income needs and de-velop a plan for retirement. Presented by WBZ’s financial expert Dave Caruso.

How to be a PsychicTuesday, October 11, 7 pmPresenter Linda Sessa will discuss psychic experiences, techniques for opening your own channels, and the science that lies behind it all. We will end the session with a guided meditation.

Overcoming Obstacles, Fears, and Self-DoubtMonday, September 12, 10 am How is your job search going? Do you start the week with good intentions, but find obstacles are getting in the way? If so, join us for an interactive session on overcoming roadblocks, fears, and self-doubt so you can shift perspective, and turn that red light to a green light. It is possible to find work you love that mat-ters and is fulfilling. Presented by Career and Life Coach Clare Harlow.

Evolution of WorkMonday, September 26, 10 amOver the last 30 years technology and legislation have changed how, where, and why we work. In this presentation you will learn how relationships be-tween employers and individuals have evolved and what smart people need to know and do to be successful in this new landscape of work. Katy Tynan is the bestselling author of two books and her expertise has been featured in Harvard Business Review and many other publica-tions. Katy is currently Managing Director at CoreAxis Consulting.

How to Get a Job in Municipal GovernmentMonday, October 24, 10 amLearn about how to break into a career in municipal government. Discussion will include tips on where and how to look for job opportunities and key resources for education and networking will be identi-fied. What is on the horizon for public ser-vice will be presented and common myths about municipal jobs will be dispelled. Presented by Kendra Amaral, Assistant Town Manager, Wilmington.

Cultivating Your Reference GardenMonday, November 14, 10 amIn your career the people you trust to provide references are like your special garden. In this session we will boost your job search effectiveness by exploring how to identify, cultivate, and harvest your reference garden. Presented by Kim Coburn, founder of the Coburn Company, a premier leadership development and executive coaching firm. Job Interview QuestionsMonday, November 28, 10 amWhat do recruiters say and what do they really mean? Learn how to listen, respond, and “act” during a job interview and un-derstand the types of interview questions asked. Learn strategies to stay calm and professional and learn techniques to con-trol body language. Join Elaine Jackson, a dedicated project management instructor, in this interactive workshop.

Wilmington Networkers *RRIf you are looking for work or thinking of changing jobs, then this is the group for you! Gather for coffee & conversation at 9:45.Speaker will begin at 10.

*RR = Registration RequiredRegister at wilmlibrary.org/events

or by calling 978-658-2967 Registration begins 30 days prior to event.

Technology *RR

Hands-on withMicrosoft WordWednesday, September 7, 7 pmJoin Technology Li-brarian Brad McKenna

for a hands-on exercise with Microsoft Word. In this class you’ll learn how to change font styles, create lists, insert pictures, and more. A handout for ad-ditional practice will be provided.

Selling on Craigslist & Amazon (Skillshare)Wednesday, September 14, 7 pmWilmington resident and Library Trustee Jeff Nussbaum, a successful

Craigslist and Amazon seller, will provide advice on how to sell, provide sample postings, talk about good and bad prac-tices, and identify scams to watch for.

Hands-on with Microsoft ExcelWednesday, October 5, 7 pmJoin Technology Librar-ian Brad McKenna for a

hands-on exercise with Microsoft Excel. In this class you’ll learn how to modify cells, sort and filter data, use formulas, and more. A handout for additional practice will be provided.

The Robots are ComingWednesday, October 12, 7 pmSpeaker and humorist Richard Mullen will take us through the next ten years

of expected technology disruption from driverless cars to shopping robots. Will we all be wearing computers that moni-tor our health? Will energy opportunities dwarf the dot.com boom? What is on the horizon today that seems like science fic-tion but may soon be a reality? Come and learn what the future holds.

Hands-on with Microsoft Power-PointWednesday, November 2, 7 pmJoin Technology Librar-

ian Brad McKenna for a hands-on exercise with Microsoft PowerPoint. In this class you’ll learn how to insert text, apply animations and transitions, insert charts from an Excel workbook, and more. A handout for additional practice will be provided.

Backing Up Your Computer by Cloning (Skillshare)Wednesday, November 9, 7 pmWilmington resident and

Library Trustee Jeff Nussbaum will show how to back up a computer by cloning, which allows your computer to get back up and running after a crash quickly with-out having to rebuild the system.

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