Digital Photography Class: What Can My Camera Do?
Saturday, May 2, 11-12:30 pm
Michael Franco discusses the buttons and features on a digital camera. Participants learn what the camera can do. Demonstration style class. Registration recommended.
WINRs (Wilton Intermediate Nutmeg Readers) Circle
Saturday, May 2, 3-3:45 pm
Come to the WINRs Circle, a book group that discusses the 2010 Nutmeg nominees for kids in grades 4-6. CT’s Nutmeg Award encourages children to read literature selected by a panel of state librarians. The children choose their favorite book out of ten titles. On the first Saturday of each month the WINRs Circle will meet for fun, pizza donated by Wilton Pizza and discussion. May’s book discussion is Paint the Wind by Pam Munoz Ryan. Join the WINRs Circle with a friend or make a new one. Registration is required. Program made possible by HSBC Bank.
Wilton Library Volunteer Tea
Sunday, May 3, 3-4 pm
Wilton Library volunteers are invited to join us for an afternoon tea honoring our volunteers who are so important to the Library. Come for refreshments between 3 – 4 p.m. and stay for the Connecticut’s Own Concert series at 4 p.m. featuring The Amore Trio. Registration for each event is recommended. Please contact Karen Zeibak at (203) 762-3950 ext. 238 with any questions.
Connecticut’s Own Amore Trio
Sunday, May 3, 4-5 pm
The final concert in this Sunday series is the Amore Trio, consisting of violin, cello and piano, back by popular demand. Advance registration is suggested and pre-registrants must arrive by 3:50 p.m. to be guaranteed a seat. After 3:50 p.m. and if space is available, waitlisted and walk-in registrants will be admitted.
KIDS PROGRAM!Literary Littles
Monday, May 4 through May 18, 2-2:45 pm
Children ages 4 – 6 years are provided with experiences that enrich early literacy, for independent listeners. Mondays through May 18. Registration recommended.
Wilton Schools Fine and Performing Arts(FAPA) Exhibition Opening
Monday, May 4, 6-7:30 pm
Annual event features more than 400 works from students in kindergarten through 12th grade on exhibit throughout the library. The reception also includes musical performances by students, performed in the Brubeck Room. Refreshments served. The exhibit runs through Thursday, May 28.
KIDS PROGRAM!Wonderful Ones and Twos Story Time
Tuesday, May 5 through May 19, 10:15-10:45 am
This action packed program engages little ones in language based activities. For children 1-2 years and their parent/caregiver. Tuesdays through May 19. Registration recommended.
KIDS PROGRAM!Look, Listen and Learn Story Time
Tuesday, May 5 through May 19, 11-11:30 am
Children can enjoy hand clapping, toe tapping songs, finger plays and stories that encourage emerging language skills for 3 and 4 year olds and their parents/caregivers. Tuesdays through May 19. Registration recommended.
KIDS PROGRAM!Literary Littles
Tuesday, May 5 through May 19, 2-2:45 pm
Children ages 4 – 6 years are provided with experiences that enrich early literacy, for independent listeners. Tuesdays through May 19. Registration recommended.
KIDS PROGRAM!Celebrate Cinco de Mayo
Tuesday, May 5, 4:30-5:15 pm
Children in grades K-3 can learn more about this festive holiday: listen to stories; learn the Mexican Hat Dance and break open a Pinata that is filled with goodies! Registration is required. Made possible by the Coyle Family Young Readers Fund.
Basic Word
Tuesday, May 5, 6:30-8 pm
Mary Anne Franco shows how to create and format a basic document in Word 2003 in this free class. Basic computer skills, including mouse proficiency, required. Advance registration required. Class limited to 10 students. PLEASE NOTE: When class is full, additional registrants will be added to a wait list. If any original registrants drop out, people from the wait list will be moved up to take the vacated spot. ALSO: To insure the best learning experience for all, latecomers will not be seated ten minutes past the posted start time. The door to the Training Lab will be closed at that time.
Let’s Chat Learn to Speak Conversational English
Tuesday, May 5, 7-8:30 pm
Learn to speak conversational English in this free 6-week program (Tuesdays, May 5, 12, 19, and 26; and June 2) for adults. Registration required.
KIDS PROGRAM!Wonderful Ones and Twos Story Time
Wednesday, May 6 through May 20, 10:15-10:45 am
This action packed program engages little ones in language based activities. For children 1-2 years and their parent/caregiver. Wednesdays through May 20. Registration recommended.
KIDS PROGRAM!Look, Listen and Learn Story Time
Wednesday, May 6 through May 20, 11-11:30 am
Children can enjoy hand clapping, toe tapping songs, finger plays and stories that encourage emerging language skills for 3 and 4 year olds and their parents/caregivers. Wednesdays through May 20. Registration recommended.
The Good Soldier with Susan Boyar
Wednesday, May 6, 12:30 pm
Join us for a showing of The Good Soldier on Wednesday, May 6 at 12:30 pm. All are welcome to view this showing; popcorn will be provided. This book was recently discussed by Wilton Library Readers led by Susan Boyar.
Caring for Your Aging Parent
Wednesday, May 6, 4-5:30 am
Caregiving presents rewards and challenges. Licensed Professional Counselor Nanette Greene will lead a discussion about risks, challenges, health-preserving strategies and resources and encourages participants to share experiences and questions. Sponsored by the Mid-Fairfield Hospice. Advance registration suggested.
Basic Word
Thursday, May 7, 12:30-2 pm
Mary Anne Franco shows how to create and format a basic document in Word 2003 in this free class. Basic computer skills, including mouse proficiency, required. Advance registration required. Class limited to 10 students. PLEASE NOTE: When class is full, additional registrants will be added to a wait list. If any original registrants drop out, people from the wait list will be moved up to take the vacated spot. ALSO: To insure the best learning experience for all, latecomers will not be seated ten minutes past the posted start time. The door to the Training Lab will be closed at that time.
JOBS! JOBS? JOBS: Coping with the Emotional Journey of Job Transition
Thursday, May 7, 7-8:30 pm
Susie Bedsow Horgan, CPCC, a Personal Life Coach living in Wilton, conducts a workshop to help people identify self-limiting beliefs and negative voices that can make job transitions more painful than they need be. She explores ways to move beyond these blocks to take more inspired and productive action. Part of the on-going Jobs series co-sponsored by the Wilton Chamber of Commerce and Wilton Library. Advance registration recommended.
KIDS PROGRAM!Are you a Demi-God or a Demi-Goddess?
Friday, May 8, 7-8:30 pm
Fans of the Percy Jackson series, written by Rick Riordan, are invited to join us for a celebration of the final book in the series, Percy Jackson and The Last Olympian. Refreshments served including Nectar and Ambrosia; kids can dress in costume. Activities include a Mythology Bee and Olympic challenges, prizes awarded to winners. Grades 3 and up. Registration required. Made possible by the Coyle Family Young Readers Fund.
KIDS PROGRAM!Drop-in Mother’s Day Craft
Saturday, May 9, 10 am-5 pm
Children of all ages can stop by during regular library hours and make a Mother’s Day craft to take home to moms, grandmas, aunts. No registration, made possible by the Coyle Family Young Readers Fund.
AARP Driver Safety ClassSession I
Saturday, May 9, 1-5 pm
The AARP Driver Safety Program is the nation’s first and largest classroom driver safety course designed especially for drivers age 50 and older. The two-part, eight hour course covers the normal changes in vision, hearing and reaction time associated with aging and provides practical techniques on how to adjust to these changes, along with learning to operate vehicles more safely in today’s increasingly challenging driving environment. There are no written or driving tests – classroom only. Session II will be held on May 16, 2009. Registration required. Program cost: $12 for AARP members; $14 for non-members, payable at time of first class (check to AARP or cash only).
KIDS PROGRAM!Literary Littles
Monday, May 11 through May 18, 2-2:45 pm
Children ages 4 – 6 years are provided with experiences that enrich early literacy, for independent listeners. Mondays through May 18. Registration recommended.
KIDS PROGRAM!Wonderful Ones and Twos Story Time
Tuesday, May 12 through May 19, 10:15-10:45 am
This action packed program engages little ones in language based activities. For children 1-2 years and their parent/caregiver. Tuesdays through May 19. Registration recommended.
KIDS PROGRAM!Look, Listen and Learn Story Time
Tuesday, May 12 through May 19, 11-11:30 am
Children can enjoy hand clapping, toe tapping songs, finger plays and stories that encourage emerging language skills for 3 and 4 year olds and their parents/caregivers. Tuesdays through May 19. Registration recommended.
KIDS PROGRAM!Literary Littles
Tuesday, May 12 through May 19, 2-2:45 pm
Children ages 4 – 6 years are provided with experiences that enrich early literacy, for independent listeners. Tuesdays through May 19. Registration recommended.
Let’s ChatLearn to Speak Conversational English
Tuesday, May 12, 7-8:30 pm
Learn to speak conversational English in this free 6-week program (Tuesdays, May 12, 19, and 26; and June 2) for adults. Registration required.
KIDS PROGRAM!Wonderful Ones and Twos Story Time
Wednesday, May 13 through May 20, 10:15-10:45 am
This action packed program engages little ones in language based activities. For children 1-2 years and their parent/caregiver. Wednesdays through May 20. Registration recommended.
KIDS PROGRAM!Look, Listen and Learn Story Time
Wednesday, May 13 through May 20, 11-11:30 am
Children can enjoy hand clapping, toe tapping songs, finger plays and stories that encourage emerging language skills for 3 and 4 year olds and their parents/caregivers. Wednesdays through May 20. Registration recommended.
How to Keep Your Kids Safe Online
Wednesday, May 13, 11:30-1:30 pm
2-part program May 13 & 14. A panel of local experts address teens and today’s popular social networking sites like Facebook and MySpace. Topics include cyberbullying, on-line predators, and “sexting,” as well the ways parents can monitor their teens’ online activities and teach them how to be savvy and safe on the Internet. Panelists include Richard J. Colangelo Jr., a Senior Assistant State’s Attorney in Stamford/Norwalk and a local prosecutor of child sexual exploitation cases involving the Internet; Martha Turner, a representative of Cablevision’s Power To Learn program; Rich Ross, Wilton Police Officer; and Aaron Britton, Camp and Neighborhood Club Director at the Wilton Family Y. Presented by Parent Connection and sponsored by Wilton Youth Council and Wilton Library. Registration recommended. Two hands-on computer sessions the following day, Thursday, May 14 at 10 am and noon (click on the desired time. Sponsored by the Parent Connection and Wilton Library. Registration highly recommended.
Wilton Library Readers Wednesday, May 13, Noon-1:30 pm
Susan Boyar discusses Age of Innocence by Edith Wharton. Registration suggested. Bring lunch. Beverages served. For a complete listing of meetings and book selections, visit the Wilton Readers page on Wilton Library’s website.
JOBS! JOBS? JOBS Starting Your Own Business
Wednesday, May 13, 7-9 pm
Norm Sylvester, Vice Chairman of SCORE Norwalk, will discuss the alternative to finding a job by creating your own employment. This workshop is designed to answer questions such as: do you have what it takes to be an entrepreneur, do you need legal help, why do you need a business plan, how would a banker look at the business. SCORE, counselors to America’s Small Business, is a nationwide organization of successful professional and business men and women who volunteer their time for free for one on one business counseling and low cost workshops. The local chapter is located at 24 Belden Avenue, Norwalk. Program co-sponsored by Fairfield County SCORE, Wilton Chamber of Commerce and Wilton Library. Registration recommended.
The Hudson River School-New York City
Thursday, May 14, 11 am-12:30 pm
A Day Trip to view the exhibition In Nature and the American Vision: The Hudson River School at the New York Historical Society is scheduled for Wednesday, May 20th. In this trip preview art discussion Judson Scruton will provide observations on the origins, development and legacy of Thomas Cole’s “The Course of Empire,” his highly influential series of five paintings depicting the stages of empire. A Q&A follows the talk. Reservations suggested.
Social Networking
Thursday, May 14, 10-11:30 am
Follow-on hands-on class to help parents understand their children’s Social Networking sites, such as Facebook and MySpace. Limited to 20 people. Sponsored by the Parent Connection and Wilton Library. Advanced registration required due to limited space.
Social Networking
Thursday, May 14, noon-1:30 pm
Follow-on hands-on class to help parents understand their children’s Social Networking sites, such as Facebook and MySpace. Limited to 20 people. Sponsored by the Parent Connection and Wilton Library. Advanced registration required due to limited space.
KIDS PROGRAM!French Storytime for Children Ages 3-8
Saturday, May 16, 11-11:45 am
French teachers from Franc-O-Fun French for Children invite children of all levels to a time of French immersion with puppets, songs, French stories read aloud and a special skit of Les Trois Petits Chatons (Three Little Kittens) followed by a gouter of baguette et chocolat!! Oooh la la!!
AARP Driver Safety ClassSession II
Saturday, May 16, 1-5 pm
The AARP Driver Safety Program is the nation’s first and largest classroom driver safety course designed especially for drivers age 50 and older. The two-part, eight hour course covers the normal changes in vision, hearing and reaction time associated with aging and provides practical techniques on how to adjust to these changes, along with learning to operate vehicles more safely in today’s increasingly challenging driving environment. There are no written or driving tests – classroom only. Session II will be held on May 16, 2009. Registration required. Program cost: $12 for AARP members; $14 for non-members, payable at time of first class (check to AARP or cash only).
KIDS PROGRAM!Literary Littles
Monday, May 18, 2-2:45 pm
Children ages 4 – 6 years are provided with experiences that enrich early literacy, for independent listeners. Mondays through May 18. Registration recommended.
Options for Facing Reality in the Housing Downturn: Panel Discussion
Monday, May 18, 7-8:30 pm
Diminished housing prices, reduced salaries, mortgage short falls and foreclosures are some of the perils facing people today. A panel of experts address these and other issues in this seminar. The panel includes: Peg Koellmer, owner/broker, Realty Seven, who speaks about housing values in today’s market, renegotiating a mortgage and short sales; Roberta Palmer, program manager, Foreclosure Mediation Program who addresses foreclosures – in particular, the steps needed to take if foreclosure threatens and also, the process of foreclosure; The Honorable Douglas C. Mintz, Judge of the Superior Court in Stamford, discusses the legal process of foreclosure. Presented by Wilton Social Services and Wilton Library. Registration recommended.
KIDS PROGRAM!Wonderful Ones and Twos Story Time
Tuesday, May 19, 10:15-10:45 am
This action packed program engages little ones in language based activities. For children 1-2 years and their parent/caregiver. Tuesdays through May 19. Registration recommended.
KIDS PROGRAM!Look, Listen and Learn Story Time
Tuesday, May 19, 11-11:30 am
Children can enjoy hand clapping, toe tapping songs, finger plays and stories that encourage emerging language skills for 3 and 4 year olds and their parents/caregivers. Tuesdays through May 19. Registration recommended.
KIDS PROGRAM!Literary Littles
Tuesday, May 19, 2-2:45 pm
Children ages 4 – 6 years are provided with experiences that enrich early literacy, for independent listeners. Tuesdays through May 19. Registration recommended.
Writers’ Group Readings Tuesday, May 19, 7-8:30 pm
Join local authors as they read excerpts from their works. Gretchen Bishop will read from her collection of stories, “Groping in the Dark.” Julie Curtis will read from her humorously irreverent essays, which spare no one. Megan Smith-Harris will read from her comic novel, “Benefit“. Toni Wiseman will read from her first novel, “Never Eat Fish on Monday“. Advance registration is suggested. Refreshments will be served.
Let’s ChatLearn to Speak Conversational English
Tuesday, May 19, 7-8:30 pm
Learn to speak conversational English in this free 6-week program (Tuesdays, May 19, and 26; and June 2) for adults. Registration required.
Day Trip to the New York Historical Society The Hudson River School-New York City
Wednesday, May 20, 9 am-5 pm
The New York Historical Society features more than 100 famous paintings by artists of the Hudson River School, including Thomas Cole, Asher B. Durand, John F. Kensett, Jasper F. Cropsey, and Albert Bierstadt, in a series of exhibitions drawn from the Society’s extraordinary American art collection. A one-hour docent-led tour will begin for the group at 11:30 a.m. Cost: Museum with docent-led tour and lunch on own: $55; Museum with docent-led tour and lunch at Isabella’s Restaurant (Columbus Avenue at 77th): $75. Reservations must be made in advance, with payment due at registration. Call the library or stop by to register.
KIDS PROGRAM!Wonderful Ones and Twos Story Time
Wednesday, May 20, 10:15-10:45 am
This action packed program engages little ones in language based activities. For children 1-2 years and their parent/caregiver. Wednesdays through May 20. Registration recommended.
KIDS PROGRAM!Look, Listen and Learn Story Time
Wednesday, May 20, 11-11:30 am
Children can enjoy hand clapping, toe tapping songs, finger plays and stories that encourage emerging language skills for 3 and 4 year olds and their parents/caregivers. Wednesdays through May 20. Registration recommended.
Write Yourself Free: A Workshop for Writers and Others Who Want to Write
Wednesday, May 20, 7-9 pm
This two-hour workshop is designed both for published writers and for those who feel that they want to write, but don’t have a writer’s toolbox. ‘Write Yourself Free’ is designed by Susan Horgan, Emmy award-winning producer/writer from daytime television, screenwriter, and personal life coach and by Patrick McCord, a college professor specializing in writing instruction and cognitive narration. Susan and Patrick bring their varied experiences to address some of the intrinsic issues and difficulties in creative and nonfiction writing. This workshop will offer strategies for conceptualizing projects, tapping inspiration, overcoming blocks, and understanding the story as a fundamental form of logic and communication. Registration recommended.
KIDS PROGRAM!Teddy Bear Picnic
Thursday, May 21, 11-11:30 am
Join us for teddy-bearific stories, songs and crafts. Bring your favorite Teddy Bear (or other stuffed animal). Juice and cookies will be served. Ages 3-5 years with parent/caregiver. Registration is required. Made possible by the Coyle Family Young Readers Fund.
American Red Cross Blood Drive Thursday, May 21, 1:45-7 pm
To sign up, please call 1 800 GIVE LIFE (1.800.448.3543) or go to www.bloodct.org. Walk-ins will be accommodated. Please note: Positive ID required at time of donation.
International Book Group Literature of Other Lands
Thursday, May 21, 7-8:30 pm
This group reads for pleasure to learn about authors from other lands and their works as seen through the eyes of their countrymen. Guest speaker Marika LeFevre of Finland will discuss the book The Egyptian by Mika Waltari, a very popular book in Finland by the Finnish author. Participants need not read the literature to enjoy the informal discussions of the countries and cultures. Refreshments and international desserts will be served. Advance registration suggested.
Tales to TailsSaturday, May 23, 11-noon
The Good Dog Foundation will be bringing therapy dogs to the library for children to read to them. The use of trained therapy dogs in reading programs can result in children who feel comfortable reading out loud, read more often, attempt more difficult books, and actually look forward to reading. As they improve their literacy skills, they’re not just learning how to read, they’re learning to love to read! Children must read independently to participate in this program. Registration is required.
Senior Center Book Discussion The Life Of Pi
Tuesday, May 26, 11 am-noon
Kathy Leeds leads a discussion of The Life Of Pi by Yann Martel. Call the Senior Center for details and to register at 834-6240, Comstock Community Center.
A Sense of Wonder: An Evening with Rachel Carson
Tuesday, May 26, 7-8 pm
As part of The 100-City Tour, Wilton Library will present a film screening of Kaiulani Lee’s documentary-style film about Rachel Carson, pioneering environmentalist and author of Silent Spring, published in 1962, in which Carson exposed the risks of chemical pesticides. The film depicts Carson in the final year of her life, struggling with cancer but recounting with both humor and anger the attacks by the chemical industry, the government, and the press as she focuses her limited energy to get her message to Congress and the American people. Registration recommended.
Let’s ChatLearn to Speak Conversational English
Tuesday, May 26, 7-8:30 pm
Learn to speak conversational English in this free 6-week program (Tuesdays, May 26; and June 2) for adults. Registration required.
Lunchtime Author Chat Hallie Ephron and Roberta Isleib
Wednesday, May 27, 12:30-2 pm
Lovers of classic mysteries will adore Hallie Ephron’s richly atmospheric tale Never Tell a Lie. Ephron, an award-winning Boston Globe crime fiction reviewer, has now joined the ranks of the Ephron writing clan (writers Nora, Delia and Amy are her sisters) with this first fiction publication, a mystery that has been bringing in terrific reviews. Joining her on stage is Darien resident Roberta Isleib, author of Asking for Murder. Q&A following talk. Books available for purchase and signing courtesy of RJ Julia Booksellers. Light lunch provided at noon for a suggested donation of $10 to cover costs. Registration recommended.
KIDS PROGRAM!Have Your Cake and Read It Too!
Child/Adult Book Discussion
Thursday, May 28, 6:30-7:30 pm
Wilton Library’s Kid’s Book Club for children in grades 3 and up meets once a month; desserts are served and adults are included. Children and their adults read the book selection and then join in the discussion. May’s book is The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane by Kate DiCamillo. Registration is recommended. Made possible by the Steve and Alison Sherman Family Fund.
Woodcock Nature Center Photography Exhibition Reception
Friday, May 29, 6-8 pm Darryl Hawk, well-known Wilton photographer, will teach a photography class for young people at Woodcock Nature Center during Earth Week in April. This reception celebrates the young photographers where they will display their chosen works. The works will hang in the Children’s Library area after the reception. Refreshments will be served.
Author Talk: Richard WieseBorn to Explore
Saturday, May 31, 3-4:30 pm
In an interactive lecture, explorer, TV adventurer, host, spokesman, and now author, Richard Wiese discusses his just-published Born to Explore: How to Build an Igloo, Pan for Gold, and Other Useful Projects, to help parents organize activities that involve getting outdoors and exploring. Reservations strongly recommended. Q&A following the talk. Books available for purchase and signing, provided by RJ Julia Booksellers.
