ADULT Fall Events September, October, November 2018

175 Middlesex Ave. • Wilmington, MA 01887 • 978-658-2967 • wilmlibrary.org Fall 2018 Revive Civility

Keynote Speaker: Revive Civility Thursday, September 6, 6:30 pm Dr. Carolyn Lukensmeyer, Executive Director of the National Institute for Civil Discourse, will explore the causes of incivility and disrespect that have been at play in the political arena and beyond. She will share the latest polling data on how Americans feel about the great divide and the impact it is having on their lives. Most importantly, she will share the signs of hope that the National Institute for Civil Discourse is finding: actions taken by elected officials, new models and experimentation in journalism, and what ordinary Americans are doing to respond to the crisis. The evening will end with an exploration of what we can do here in our own community.

Empathic Treating People Meditation Well Thursdays September 6, 13, Thursday, September 13, 20, & 27, 11 am 7 pm Part of civility is being Join former White House mindful of other people’s social secretary Lea Ber- thoughts and opinions as well as being man, who worked for George W. and Laura kind to them whether or not you agree. Bush, for an entertaining talk about her Meditation is a great way to work on that. new book, Treating People Well: A Guide These four half hour sessions will focus to Reclaiming Civility in Life and Work. Lea on general practices of compassion and will show us how social skills are learned gratitude as well as the Buddhist practices behaviors anyone can acquire, share tips of Metta and Tonglen. Led by Technology on how to handle any social situation with Librarian Brad McKenna. Drop in. aplomb, how to get along more easily with others, how to work cooperatively, and even what to do about difficult colleagues NFL Anthem Protest & who make you dread coming to work. Free Speech Tuesday, September 11, 7 pm Facilitator Keith West, debate coach at Gun Control & the Right to Boston Latin, will lead this first amend- Bear Arms ment discussion. This is an opportunity to Tuesday, September 18, 7 pm voice your opinion and to Facilitator Keith West, debate coach at listen and learn from others. Boston Latin, will lead this second amend- Background reading (article ment discussion. This is an opportunity to length) will be available at voice your opinion and to listen and learn the main desk starting Au- from others. Background reading (article gust 13 for those interested. length) will be available at the main desk starting August 13 for those interested. Revive Civility Meditation for Defining Kindness & Etiquette with Compassion Miss Conduct Saturday, September 22, Thursday, September 27, 10:30 am 7 pm Meditation is an invaluable Robin Abrahams, aka “Miss tool that helps people reduce stress, gain Conduct” in the Boston Globe, will discuss a deeper sense of fulfillment and have the psychology of etiquette and the particu- more harmonious relationships. In this lar social challenges and delights of the 21st workshop, Dr. Allan Hughes will connect century (yes, there are some delights!). She meditation and spiritual development to will discuss civility and its discontents and important aspects of our lives. He will offer help define etiquette in a diverse society. a practical technique of meditation that Most importantly, she will take questions can impact your life in a profound way. from the audience, so be sure to bring yours!

Wilmington’s Future Book Groups Tuesday, September 25, 7 pm Continue the discussion by Town Moderator Robert Peterson will attending one of our book groups in moderate a discussion on Wilmington’s September. future and “smart growth.” This is an op- portunity to voice your opinion and to Novel Ideas Book Group listen and learn from others. Thursday, September 20, 7 pm Background reading (article Featured Book: Treating People length) will be available at Well: A Guide to Reclaiming the main desk starting Au- Civility in Life and Work by Lea gust 13 for those interested. Berman and Jeremy Bernard, former social secretaries at the White House

Children & Teens Well Read Wednesday Please check the library’s website for Revive Book Group Civility programming for Children and Wednesday, September 26, 10 am Teens! Programs include Be Kind, Be Cool, Featured Book: Choosing Be You! Stories to Make the World a Better Civility: The Twenty-Five Rules Place, a Royal Rules Master Class, book of Considerate Conduct by P.M. discussions, story- Forni, co-founder of the Johns times, and more! Hopkins Civility Project. More information and registration at Please note: wilmlibrary.org. Please register at wilmlibrary.org/events or by calling 978-658-2967. Registration begins 30 days prior to event. Viva Italia!

Celebrate Italian American Heritage Month! Thank you to the Wilmington Sons of Italy for their financial support.

The Boston Boston’s North End Italians Thursday, October 11, 7 pm Thursday, October 4, 7 pm Enjoy the 62-minute film, Boston’s North Stephen Puleo is an author, End: an Italian American Story, a production historian, teacher, public of the North End Historical Society, which speaker, and communica- tells the tale of the vibrant Italian American tions professional. He has written six nar- community that has called this area of rative nonfiction books and has a seventh Boston home for over 100 years. The film is on the way. He will be speaking about his based on historical records and interviews book The Boston Italians: A Story of Pride, with North Enders and their descendants. Perserverance, and Paesani, from the Years Dr. James Pasto, co-founder of the North of the Great Immigration to the Present Day. End Historical Society, will host a Q&A after the show. Dr. Pasto, who earned his Ph. D. from Italian Trattoria: Classic Cornell, was born and raised in the North End and Flavors from an Italian Café is working on a book about Tuesday, October 9, 7 pm the post-WWII history of Chef Liz Barbour will the area. prepare two classic Trattoria dishes and offer tips about how to keep your meal Cemetery Stroll preparation simple and Saturday, October 13, 10 am flavorful. Samples served. This year’s Stroll will focus on newer (post 1900) parts of the cemetery. In honor of Ancestry.com Italian Heritage Month, we will also point out the graves of a few of the Continue building your family tree town’s more well-known Italian residents. from the Wilmington Memorial Wear your walking shoes and bring your Library! The library offers in-library curiosity. access to Ancestry.com. Search for your ancestors, check U.S. census records, birth, marriage, death, im- Please note: migration records, and more. Registration is strongly recommended for most events. Please register at wilmlibrary.org/ events or by calling 978-658-2967. Registration begins 30 days prior to event. Viva Italia!

Celebrate Italian American Heritage Month! Thank you to the Wilmington Sons of Italy for their financial support.

Italian Genealogy Book Groups Saturday, October 20, 2:30 pm Learn practical and proven strategies for Our book groups this month will feature researching your Italian family history. The Italian authors. focus of the workshop will be Italian emigra- Cookin’ the Books tion to the U.S. Learn how to trace Italian Tuesday, October 2, 12 pm town of origin, how to locate records, how Featured Book: Essentials to research them in the U.S., and how to of Classic Italian Cooking by get started writing to Italy (for those whose Marcella Hazen records aren’t in the U.S.). Led by Jenny Tonks, who held an Accredited Genealo- gist® credential for Italian Novel Ideas research for two decades. Thursday, October 18, 7 pm She is fluent in Italian and Featured Book: Elizabeth Street holds a BA in Family History- by Laurie Fabiano Genealogy from Brigham Young University. Well Read Wednesday Book Group Wednesday, October 24, 10 am Featured Book: My Brilliant Friend by Elena Ferrante

After Hours Concert An Italian Celebration Friday, October 26, 7 pm (21+, $15) Tickets on sale at the main desk beginning Monday, October 1 Marshall Ames Richard, better known as “The Boston Opera Guy,” will perform an array of Italian songs and opera arias, as well as sacred music and well-loved standards. Marshall, a lyric tenor, was featured in the Boston Globe and on WCVB Channel 5’s Chronicle, and is a well-known Boston talent. Accompa- nying Marshall is pianist James Busby, who in addition to accompanying some of Boston’s finest voices, is the organist and choirmaster of S. Stephen’s Church in Providence, RI, and violinist Elinor Speirs, who was classically trained at the Royal Academy of Music in London and is an experienced orchestral and chamber music performer. Wilmington Open House Annual Reception for Newcomers and Neighbors Monday, October 15, 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 Wilmington Open House! Rep- resentatives from town departments, community groups, and local businesses will be on hand to welcome you and answer questions. This program is in collaboration with the Wilmington-Tewksbury Chamber of Commerce.

Sports The Holiday Spirit Jerry Thornton: Five Rings Haunted Lighthouses of Thursday, November 1, 7 pm New England Bestselling author and sports Monday, October 29, 7 pm personality Jerry Thornton will Learn about some of New England’s talk about his new book Five haunted lighthouses and fascinating Rings: The Super Bowl History ghost stories. Jeremy of the New England Patriots (So D’Entremont, writer, pho- Far). Since 2001, the Patriots tographer, and maritime have played in eight Super Bowl champi- historian provides an onships and won five, a run of excellence exciting presentation just unparalleled in all of professional sports. in time for Halloween. Jerry will provide an insider’s view of the Patriots’ years of unparalleled greatness from the unique perspective of an utterly Fall Floral Design dedicated fan. Jerry writes daily for Barstool Sports and co-hosts their NFL podcast Workshop Laces Out. He is also a standup comic. Thursday, November 8, 7 pm Floral Designer Patti Prior Tom Brady’s Fight for will demonstrate how to arrange supermarket flowers, pumpkins, Redemption and gourds for autumn decorations. All Thursday, November 29, arrangements will be raffled off to the 7 pm attendees of the workshop. Author Dave Wedge will talk about his new book 12: The Inside Story of Tom The Perfect Pie Brady’s Fight for Redemp- tion, the incredible story of Tom Brady and Crust the Patriots’ tumultuous 2016 season: from Tuesday, November 13, 7 pm national disgrace to the greatest Super Bowl Wilmington resident and ex- comeback of all time. pert pie marker, Scot Crispin, will demonstrate how to make the perfect pie crust. Samples served. Science & Technology Classes Lectures Device Drop-In Make Your Home Wednesdays, 2 pm – 3 pm Energy Efficient If you need help with your Wednesday, September 12, iPad, smartphone, or other 7 pm device, stop by the library Wilmington resident Bernie and Technology Librarian Lyons, who has developed Brad McKenna will be on and conducted various en- hand to help answer your questions. ergy audit courses, will explain the basics of heating and cooling systems (and heat transfer) and how efficiency can be -im iOS (iPad & iPhone) proved by simple consumer maintenance Tips and the use of various insulation. Other Wednesday, September 5, money saving tips will be mentioned as 7 pm well. Samples of items will be available. Bring your iPad or iPhone and get guided, hands-on experience. Such topics as Science: The connecting to a new wireless network, what different gestures do, download- Problem, the ing apps, and borrowing eBooks will be Solution, or Neither? covered. Taught by Technology Librarian Wednesday, November 14, Brad McKenna. 7 pm Is science to blame or to thank for the conditions we Browser Extensions live in? Every day we see examples of “sci- ence gone wrong”: oil spills, pollution, toxic Wednesday, October 3, waste – but many of the things we take for 7 pm granted in life were also created by science. FireFox, Chrome, and now Is science really the problem? Join Michael Edge are making use of Cross, chemistry professor at Northern Essex browser extensions (aka Community College and chair of the Natural Plug-ins) to give you more Sciences Department, who is known for his options and security when you’re surfing the entertaining science talks. web. Join Technology Librarian Brad McK- enna to learn how extensions can enhance your browsing experience. Amazon Echo Need your own personal assistant? Bor- row our Amazon Echo and let Alexa play 3D Printing: Design music, get information, news, weather, Wednesday, November 7, and more using just your voice. 7 pm A 3D Printer can be used to print out an existing file, but Closed Dates designing your own file is The library will be closed: much more satisfying. Join Monday, September 3 Technology Librarian Brad McKenna to get Monday, October 8 familiar with TinkerCad and how to design Monday, November 12 your own 3D print files. Thursday, November 22 Friday, November 23 Afternoon Concerts *RR Afternoon Lectures *RR (Third Thursday @ 2:30 pm) (First Monday @ 2:30 pm) Joe Leary, Identity Theft Acoustic Music Awareness Thursday, September 20, Seminar 2:30 pm Monday, October 1, 2:30 pm Enjoy listening to popular How do you protect yourself country and acoustic classics with singer/ from the growing problem guitarist Joe Leary. Joe will channel the of identity theft? Julie Gershon, President of likes of John Fogarty, Jim Croce, The Eagles, Unique Benefits Group and an employee Elvis, and more for an afternoon of musical benefits and identity theft specialist with memories. LegalShield, will discuss how identity theft happens, the signs that you may be a victim, steps you can take to protect yourself, plus Mel Simons : much more. Strictly Sinatra Thursday, October 18, 2:30 pm Take a walk down memory lane with Mel Code Burgundy: Simons as he presents an entertaining the Long Escape video show of “Ol’ Blue Monday, November 5, Eyes” Frank Sinatra. Mel 2:30 pm Simons has been a regular John Katsaros will talk about on WBZ Radio for decades his book Code Burgundy: the with his trivia show “The Long Escape based on his experiences as a Audio Clip Trivia Quiz.” 20 year old aerial gunner in WWII who was shot down and seriously wounded. He es- caped capture with assistance from the Free Jazz and Bossa: Haley Peltz French Resistance. In 2010, John Katsaros and Molly Flannery was named a “Chevalier” of the Legion of Thursday, November 15, 2:30 pm Honor, France’s Highest Award. Haley and Molly have performed together in numerous venues around Boston, Afternoon Craft including the Middlesex Jazz Festival in June 2018. Their show seeks new cultural Fall Wreath Workshop connections between American jazz and Monday, October 15, 1 – 3 pm ($20) Brazilian music, highlighting women Registration begins Monday, September 16 composers. Haley won 1st place in the at the main desk Popular Singing Competition at the São New season, new wreath! Decorate and Paulo School of Music. Molly Flannery has take home a festive fall wreath to brighten been part of the Boston your door or wall. Wilmington resident and Jazz scene since 1985. experienced crafter Dianna DiGregorio will For years she led her own lend her expertise and experienced eye Quintet and put out two in helping everyone create CDs as a composer and a beautiful arrangement. All band leader. supplies provided including base, ribbon, and flora. Book Groups Cookin’ the Novel Ideas: Books Fiction Book First Tuesday of the Group month, 12 pm Third Thursday of the If you like to cook and enjoy month, 7 pm talking about food, then this Please stop by the library to group is for you. Pick up a copy of the cook- pick up a copy of the featured book. book (or find a recipe online), bring your — September 20: Treating People Well: A dish to the meeting and enjoy sampling Guide to Reclaiming everyone’s dishes! Please register. Civility in Life and Work — September 4: Dinner: Changing the by Lea Berman and Game Jeremy Bernard by Melissa Clark — October 18: Elizabeth Street — October 2: Essentials of Classic Italian by Laurie Fabiano Cooking — November 15*: I Let You Go by Marcella Hazen by Clare Mackintosh — November 6: Repertoire *(Book Talkin’ with Eileen MacDougall 6:30 – 7 pm. by Jessica Battilana Great way to learn about new books!)

Pints + Pages Well Read First Thursday of every other Wednesday Book month, 7 pm Group This social book group geared Fourth Wednesday of the toward readers in their 20s and month, 10 am 30s meets on the first Thurs- This book group will discuss day of every other month and is hosted by contemporary books, both fiction and librarians from the Wilmington and Reading Public Libraries. Meeting location rotates non-fiction, led by Library Director Tina between Wilmington and Reading. Stewart. Please stop by the library to pick up a copy of the featured book. —September 13 @ WML (*Second Thursday) — September 26: Choosing Civility: The Featured Book: Treating People Well: A Twenty-Five Rules of Guide to Reclaiming Considerate Conduct Civility in Life and Work by P.M. Forni by Lea Berman and — October 24: My Brilliant Friend Jeremy Bernard We will not have a formal book group discus- by Elena Ferrante sion this month, but those who are interested — November 28: Hillbilly Elegy are encouraged to attend the Treating People by J.D. Vance Well program with Lea Berman. —November 1 @ Bertucci’s (Reading) Needleworkers Featured Podcast: Dirty John Fridays, 10 am Bring a project and enjoy a little conversation. Drop in! The Written Word Current Affairs When registering for writing programs, please Discussion Group provide an email address so you can receive an Wednesdays, September 19, October 17, agenda and any prep materials in advance. 7 pm Group will meet the third Wednesday of the Fiction Critique month. No meeting Wednesday, November 21. Group This group is for all who would like to Saturdays, September 8, broaden their knowledge of current October 6, November 3, national and international 9:15 am affairs. You will have the op- Love writing fiction? Whether you portunity to discuss topical are drafting a short story or a novel, events and learn from others. joining our Critique Group is a great Led by facilitator Dan Hall. opportunity to meet other writers and get constructive feedback in a support- ive environment. Led by local writing Coffee with a Cop enthusiast Barbara Alevras. Wednesdays, September 19, October 17, November 21, 10 am Drop in, grab a tea or coffee, and chat Poetry Circle with one of Wilmington’s finest. A police Saturdays, September 15, October 20, officer will be available to November 17, 9:15 am discuss the roles and re- Love poetry? The Poetry Circle is a great sponsibilities of the police in opportunity to meet other the community and answer poets and get constructive questions. All are welcome! feedback in a supportive environment. Led by local writing enthusiast Barbara English Conversation Alevras. Group Practice speaking English with fellow English language learners in a relaxed Creative Writing Skills environment. Open to all ability levels. Group Led by ESL Teacher and Program Tuesdays, September 25, October 23, Coodinator Susan MacDonald. November 27, 7 pm Thursday, September 20, 7 pm Learn and apply creative writing tips, Thursday, October 18, 7 pm tools, and techniques shared by pub- Thursday, November 15, 7 pm lished authors and other writing experts. Open to all who want to im- prove their writing skills and Passport Day get their work published. Led Presented by the Boston Passport Agen- by local writing enthusiast cy and the Wilmington Memorial Library, Barbara Alevras. Passport Day will be held on a Saturday morning in late fall. Please check wilmli- brary.org in October for date and details. Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Mondays, October 1, October 22, November 5, November 19, 6:30 – 8:30 pm Saturday, November 3, 9 am – 1 pm Registration begins at the main desk starting Tuesday, September 4 ($25) Do you make custom jewelry, decorative home items, or other hand- made products for sale or gift giving? If so, this course will teach you how to start an online shop for your unique line of handcrafted items. In partnership with Etsy, a leader in e-commerce for creative entrepre- neurs, join us for these classes to help craft makers establish an online business to a wider market and earn extra income. The Craft Entre- preneurship will be taught by Jen Pepper, a successful Etsy seller since 2008 and owner of The Chatty Press, a custom stamp, stationary, and wedding invitation business. Jen will coach and support participants through every aspect of setting up their online shops and selling! Attendance is required for all sessions.

Wilmington Networkers If you are looking for work or thinking of changing jobs, then this is the group for you! Please register Using Social Media and First Impressions Websites for Job Hunting Monday, October 22, 10 am Monday, September 10, 10 am In a networked, social-mediated world, every Susu Wong, Principle and Chief Connector of detail of every candidate can be searched and Tomo360, an online marketing firm, will talk scrutinized. A good first impression, whether about using social media and the web for job in person or online, has become crucial to a hunting and for building a personal brand. In candidate’s success in the job market. This the online job market of today, knowing the presentation will examine verbal, nonverbal, ins and outs of social media and keeping your conscious, unconscious, and electronic ele- personal brand sharp is a must. ments of a good first impression. Presented by Randall Warniers, who is a freelance editor, How to Develop a Productive book designer, book publisher, and facilitator Professional Network of the leadership team at Acton Networkers. Monday, September 24, 10 am Wilmington resident Barbara Alevras, PMP, Exploring Entrepreneurship: The founder and owner of Sage Consulting Ser- SBA Advantage vices, will talk about the importance of devel- Monday, November 26, 10 am oping and nurturing professional relationships. This workshop will provide information on the The key steps of establishing realistic network- various Small Business Administration (SBA) ing goals; developing an effective networking programs and services available for start-up plan; and implementing a pragmatic contact and existing businesses. Learn how the SBA management strategy will be discussed. You can assist in starting or growing a business. will leave the highly interactive session with Led by Lisa Gonzalez Welch, SBA Economic easy-to-apply information and ideas you can Development Specialist. put into action immediately. Registration Required Register at wilmlibrary.org/events or by calling 978-658-2967 Registration begins 30 days prior to event. September Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1

3 4 5 6 7 8 Cookin’ the Books Device Drop-In Empathic Needleworkers Fiction Critique Library Closed 12 pm 2 – 3 pm Meditation 11 am 10 am Group 9:15 am iOS Tips 7 pm Revive Civility 7 pm

10 11 12 13 14 15 Using Social NFL Anthem Device Drop-In Empathic Needleworkers Poetry Circle Media 10 am Protest 7 pm 2 – 3 pm Meditation 11 am 10 am 9:15 am Energy Efficiency Treating People Well 7 pm 7 pm 17 18 19 20 21 22 Gun Control 7 pm Coffee with a Cop Empathic Needleworkers Meditation for 10 am Meditation 11 am 10 am Kindness 10:30 am Device Drop-In Joe Leary 2:30 pm 2 – 3 pm Novel Ideas 7 pm Current Affairs ESL Group 7 pm Discussion 7 pm 24 25 26 27 28 29 Professional Wilmington’s Well Read Empathic Needleworkers Network 10 am Future 7 pm Wednesdays 10 am Meditation 11 am 10 am Creative Writing Device Drop-In Defining Etiquette Group 7 pm 2 – 3 pm 7 pm October Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 4 5 6 Identity Theft Cookin’ the Books Device Drop-In Boston Italians 7 pm Needleworkers Fiction Critique 2:30 pm 12 pm 2 – 3 pm 10 am Group 9:15 am Etsy 6:30 pm Browser Extensions 7 pm 8 9 10 11 12 13 Italian Trattoria Device Drop-In Boston’s North End Needleworkers Cemetery Stroll Library Closed 7 pm 2 – 3 p 7 pm 10 am 10 am 15 16 17 18 19 20 Fall Wreath Coffee with a Cop Strictly Sinatra Needleworkers Poetry Circle Workshop1 pm 10 am 2:30 pm 10 am 9:15 am Wilmington Open Device Drop-In Novel Ideas 7 pm Italian House 6 – 8 pm 2 – 3 pm ESL Group 7 pm Genealogy2:30 pm Current Affairs Discussion 7 pm 22 23 24 25 26 27 First Impressions Creative Writing Well Read Needleworkers 10 am Group 7 pm Wednesdays 10 am 10 am Etsy 6:30 pm Device Drop-In After Hours Concert 2 – 3 pm 7 pm 29 30 31 Haunted Lighthouses 7 pm November Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 Five Rings 7 pm Needleworkers Fiction Critique Pints + Pages 10 am Group 9:15 am 7 pm Etsy 9 am 5 6 7 8 9 10 Code Burgundy Cookin’ the Books Device Drop-In Fall Floral Design Needleworkers 2:30 pm 12 pm 2 – 3 pm 7 pm 10 am Etsy 6:30 pm 3D Printing 7 pm 12 13 14 15 16 17 Perfect Pie Crust Device Drop-In Jazz & Bossa Needleworkers Poetry Circle Library Closed 7 pm 2 – 3 pm 2:30 pm 10 am 9:15 am Is Science the Novel Ideas Problem? 7 pm 7 pm ESL Group 7 pm 19 20 21 22 23 24 Etsy 6:30 pm Coffee with a Cop 10 am Library Closed Library Closed Device Drop-In 2 – 3 pm 26 27 28 29 30 The SBA Creative Writing Well Read Tom Brady 7 pm Needleworkers Advantage 10 am Group 7 pm Wednesdays 10 am 10 am

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