ESL Classes

Mondays and Wednesdays, September 20 through December 22, 9:30–11:30 am
No session Monday, October 11.
Twice-weekly classes in English as a Second Language will be presented on Monday and Wednesday mornings from 9/20 – 12/22 at the Wilton Library by Westport Continuing Education, for both Wilton residents and those in surrounding communities. The class is for students at the intermediate to advanced level. Class size is limited and will be determined by Placement Testing. This test to enter the class will be conducted on September 13 from 10 – noon at the library. No registration is necessary to take the test – just walk in.
Note: Placement testing will also be held on Monday, September 13 and Thursday, September 16 from 7 – 9 p.m. at Westport Continuing Education, Staples High School, 70 North Ave, Westport.

A Visit to Ambler Farm

Wednesday, November 17, 2:15-3 pm
Children ages 4-5 are invited to join Wilton Library in a visit to Ambler Farm. Caregivers and children will meet at Ambler Farm to enjoy theme based stories as well as a nature walk. Children may check books out at the farm, so make sure to bring your library card! During the month of September the focus will be on fruit. Registration required. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. This program runs for four months through December. Call for details (203)762-3950 x217. Please register children individually.

Lego® Club

Wednesday, November 17, 4-5 pm
Kids in grades 3 and up are invited to join this bi-weekly club. Each session will be based on a new theme such as castles, vehicles, towers and more. Children will learn about the theme through stories and non-fiction books and then create a Lego masterpiece from the library’s Lego collection. Registration required. Sponsored by the Coyle Family Young Readers Fund.

Nourishing Our Community

Wednesday November 17, 7-9:30 pm
Wilton Go Green partners with Wilton Library, Fairfield Green Food Guide, and Fairfield Organic Teaching Farm to present the film Nourish. Nourish is a national initiative dedicated to creating a sustainable food future to engage and educate the public. Stay for a moderated panel discussion with:

• Annie Farrell: Master Farmer, Millstone Farm
• Tim LaBant: Award-winning Chef/Owner of the Schoolhouse Restaurant at Cannondale Village
• Jim Hunter: Biology and AP Environmental Science teacher, Founder edible school garden, Wilton High School
• Moderator: Analiese Paik, Founder & Editor, Fairfield Green Food Guide

Exhibitors, Networking and Refreshments to follow discussion. Registration Recommended.