From the Wellesley Townsman Blog:
Here’s what the library and the Wellesley Booksmith are planning:
Magical events will be happening all day long on Friday, July 20th as the Wellesley Free Library counts down to the arrival of the final Harry Potter book.
Starting at 11:00 a.m., families with pre-school children are invited to enjoy short magical stories on film. Then join us for our Lemonade Lunch and Wand Making craft following the films at about 11:30 a.m. Bring a picnic lunch and a beach towel to sit on. Weather permitting, we’ll gather on the patio outside the Children’s Department for a picnic and crafts. Otherwise, we’ll meet in the Craft Room. Lemonade, cookies and a simple craft will be provided.
In the afternoon, drop in for our Harry Potter Film Festival. Starting at noon, we’ll show the third Harry Potter movie (136 min, rated PG) followed by an intermission with refreshments. Starting at 3:15 p.m., we’ll show the fourth Harry Potter movie (157 min, rated PG-13).
Make a diorama of your favorite scene from any Harry Potter book then drop it off at the library anytime before 6:00 p.m. on Friday, July 20. The base should not be larger than 20”x20”. Prizes will be awarded for the best individual and group projects. These dioramas will be displayed at the library at the Countdown Party and through mid-August.
Don’t miss the Harry Potter Countdown Party starting at 7:00 p.m. The Library will be closed from 6-7:00 p.m., then reopen for this special event. Costumes are welcome with prizes for the best. At 7:00 p.m., enjoy crafts & refreshments. Revlak’s School of Magic & Wizardry Magic Show begins at 7:45 p.m. for families with children of all ages. Following the show, we will gather for a Torchlight (Flashlight) Procession from the Library to the Wellesley Booksmith where the festivities will continue!
Registration not required for any of these events. For more information call the Children’s Department at 781-235-1610, ext 1.
Harry Potter Returns at midnight on July 21st!
Come join the excitement at the Wellesley Booksmith - See their Harry Potter Events page here
Friday, July 20th
Beginning at 9:00am, GET YOUR TICKET! Pay for your book, get your numbered ticket. DO NOT LOSE YOUR TICKET!
Beginning at 9:oo pm (rain or moonlight) join us, White Mountain Creamery, &
Rosie’s Bakery for magical happenings including wand making, trivia, face painting, and a film! Bring a chair.