Events
WILTON FARMERS’ MARKET
Wednesdays now through September 14, 2-6 pm
The Wilton Farmers Market is at the Wilton Historical Society, Route 7 at 224 Danbury Road in Wilton, every Wednesday through September 28th, from 2-6 pm Supported by the Wilton Chamber of Commerce, the Wilton Historical Society, and the Wilton Library. Vendors include: Ambler Farm, Bistro du Soliel, Capt’n John’s Clambake, Crowley Cheese, Killam & Bassette Farmstead, Mamacat’s Q. Tea, Nod Hill Soaps, Ola Granola, Shultze’s Farm, Wave Hill Breads, and the Whistle Stop Bakery. Visit the market website at www.wiltonfarmersmarket.com for further information.
Lego for Littles
Wednesday, June 1, 4-5 pm
Kids in grades K-2 learn about themes 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.
Author Talk: J Henry Fair
The Day After Tomorrow
Thursday, June 2, 7-8:30 pm
Join photographer J Henry Fair as he discusses his book, The Day After Tomorrow: Images of Our Earth in Crisis. The book is a collection of photographs and essays that take “readers on a journey to witness the damage we are wreaking on our life support systems. See website for more information about the speaker. Books available for purchase and signing. Registration recommended.
Daryl Hawk Distant Journeys Photography Retrospective Reception
Friday, June 3, 6-7:30 pm
International documentary photographer Daryl Hawk brings a new exhibit to Wilton Library. For the past twenty-five years, he has traveled alone to some of the most remote and isolated places in the world telling stories with his camera. Exhibit runs from through June 30. A portion of the proceeds benefits the library. Reception is open to the public.
Books for Babies
Saturday, June 4, 9:30-10 am
Bring your wonderful baby to an infant-friendly program at the Wilton Library! Books for Babies will be held every first Saturday of the month from 9:30 to 10:00. We will sing and play and enjoy gentle stories geared for babies under 1 year old. Registration suggested.
Hot & Cool: Jazz at the Brubeck
Sean Smith Quartet
Saturday, June 4, 7:30-9 pm
Bassist/composer Sean Smith, an international jazz musician, and the Sean Smith Quartet perform. Sean Smith’s dynamic working quartet includes Joel Frahm on the saxophones, John Hart at the guitar, Russell Meissner at the drums, and Smith at the bass. Reception following the concert. Funded by William and Karen Tell Foundation with special thanks to Ed and Catherine Romer and Chris & Tish Brubeck. Advance registration strongly suggested. Pre-registrants should arrive by 7:20 to be guaranteed seating; wait-listed and walk-in registrants will be admitted after 7:20 if space is available.
Advanced Concepts in Photoshop Elements
Sunday, June 5, 2011, 2-3:30 pm
More advanced concepts in Photoshop Elements. How do I colorize that black and white photo? How do I put a different background behind Aunt Betty? Michael Franco will show you how to accomplish these goals in this hands-on class. Basic computer skills, including mouse proficiency, are required. Class limited to ten students—advance registration required. To ensure the best learning experience for all, students are asked to arrive on time; no one will be permitted to enter classroom 10 minutes after the start of class. When the 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.
Connecticut’s Own: The Schubert Club of Fairfield County
Sunday, June 5, 4–5 pm
The Schubert Club of Fairfield County will perform in concert to celebrate their centennial with a special performance of operatic selections sung by duets, trios, quartets, and sextets. Selections include two sextets sung in Italian – one, Donizetti’s Lucia di Lammermoor, and the final sextet from Mozart’s Don Giovanni. Three quartets are planned, two by Schubert and the third from The Gondoliers by Gilbert & Sullivan, whose Three Little Maids from The Mikado will also be one of the four trios offered. Two duets from the irreverent P.D.Q. Bach will also ”insinuate” themselves into the program, so you can see, it will be an eclectic group of vocal ensembles with over 30 singers and several piano accompanists involved. Vocalists include: Jennifer Foster of Westport, Linnea Conley of Stamford, Richard Leslie of West Hartford, and from the ensemble, Kirsten Wieser-Scott from Norwalk and Patrice Fitzgerald from West Hartford. As the concluding concert of the fall/winter/spring season, the Schubert Club invites all attendees to a reception following the concert. Registration strongly suggested.
Dinosaur Club
Monday, June 6, 4-5:30 pm
This weekly club is seeking qualified students entering grades 4-6 to participate in a Science Competition at Yale University held annually in November. The club will explore dinosaurs, fossils, paleobiology, geology and more, through presentations, discussions and demonstrations. The program will include experiments, model building, field trips and hands-on creative activities.
This week’s activities: Make your own fossil and sedimentary rock experiment.
Parents are welcome to stay for a brief program overview during which we will provide details about the competition. Registration required.
Wilton Library Readers
Wednesday, June 8, noon-1:30 pm
Professional book discussion leader Susan Boyar discusses Somewhere Towards the End: A Memoir by Diana Athill. Last meeting until September; this is our traditional pot-luck lunch. Bring something to share; beverages will be provided. Advance registration suggested.
Ambler Farm Reads
Wednesday, June 8, 2:15-3 pm
Children ages 4-6 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! 3-month program. April 13—sheep; May 11—goats; June 8—chickens. Registration required. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. This program runs through June.
2 Steps to Save a Life
Hands Only CPR
Wednesday, June 8, 7:30-8:30 pm
The Wilton Volunteer Ambulance Corps presents this free one-hour class at the library. Attendees must be Wilton residents or working for a Wilton business, minimum of 18 years old and “able-bodied” to perform chest compressions while on one’s knees. Sponsored by the Wilton Volunteer Ambulance Corps and Wilton Library. To register, visit http://wiltonambulance.org/WVAC_site/Home.html.
Connecticut Employment Trends:
Tough Present/Promising Future – Patrick Flaherty
Thursday, June 9, 3-4:30 pm
Join Patrick J. Flaherty, an economist in the Connecticut Department of Labor’s Office of Research, where his responsibilities include occupational projections. In addition to providing an update on Connecticut employment trends, he will present industry and occupational projections, highlighting the fastest growing occupations. He will also discuss some of the many services and on-line tools available to jobseekers from the Connecticut Department of Labor. Q&A following the talk. Registration suggested.
AARP Driver Safety Class
Saturday, June 11, 10 am-3 pm
The AARP Driver Safety Program is a classroom course for drivers age 50 and older. This single session, four hour course covers the normal changes in vision, hearing and reaction time associated with ageing 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. The class consists of both a morning and afternoon session – both sessions must be attended. The morning session is from 10 am – noon, followed by the afternoon session from 1- 3 pm Registration required. Program cost: $12 for AARP members; $14 for non-members. Bring check or cash only to the morning session.
WINRs (Wilton Intermediate Nutmeg Readers) Circle
Saturday, June 11, 3-4 pm
Calling all children in grades 4-6! Each month the WINRs Circle book club discusses a new 2012 Nutmeg nominated book. In addition to discussion, children will have the opportunity to participate in activities, games, trivia, and pizza generously donated by Wilton Pizza. This month’s Nutmeg book is Herbert’s Wormhole by Peter Nelson. Bring a friend, win a prize! Children in grades 4-6 with caregiver in the building. Registration required. Sponsored by the Coyle Family Young Readers Fund.
Wilton Library Association’s Friends of the Library
116th Annual Meeting
Sunday, June 12, 4-5:30 pm
A brief business meeting will include the election of new trustees and officers, a celebration of those who are retiring from the Board of Trustees, and the presentation of awards for Wilton Library’s outstanding volunteer and staff person of the year. The guest speaker is futurist Watts Wacker, world renowned futurist, author, social Commentator and provocateur. Reception following the meeting and talk. Open to the public. Registration encouraged.
Dinosaur Club
Monday, June 13, 4-5:30 pm
This weekly club is seeking qualified students entering grades 4-6 to participate in a Science Competition at Yale University held annually in November. The club will explore dinosaurs, fossils, paleobiology, geology and more, through presentations, discussions and demonstrations. The program will include experiments, model building, field trips and hands-on creative activities. Registration required.
Teddy Bear Picnic
Tuesday, June 14, 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.
Lego for Littles
Wednesday, June 15 , 4-5 pm
Kids in grades K-2 learn about themes 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.
Drop-in Father’s Day Crafts
Saturday, June 18, 10 am-5 pm
Children of all ages can stop by during regular library hours and make a Father’s Day craft to take home. No registration, made possible by the Coyle Family Young Readers Fund.
New Perspectives Film Series
WELCOME TO SHELBYVILLE
Saturday, June 18, 7:30-9:30 pm
A gripping documentary on what it means for a community to be American. The town of African-American and white residents are challenged with integrating the old guard with newer Latinos and an influx of Muslim-faith Somali refugees. WELCOME TO SHELBYVILLE explores immigrant integration and the interplay between race, religion and identity. Q & A follows the film, led by Megan Smith-Harris with director/producer Kim A. Snyder. Executive produced by BeCause Foundation in association with Active Voice. The film is being shown in conjunction with World Refugee Day, June 20th. This year’s Day marks the 60th anniversary of the United Nations Refugee Agency, which has worked to support the plight of more than 40 million uprooted people around the world. Registration recommended.
Dinosaur Club
Monday, June 20, 4-5:30 pm
This weekly club is seeking qualified students entering grades 4-6 to participate in a Science Competition at Yale University held annually in November. The club will explore dinosaurs, fossils, paleobiology, geology and more, through presentations, discussions and demonstrations. The program will include experiments, model building, field trips and hands-on creative activities. Registration required.
Summer Solstice Concert-Peter Madcat Ruth
Monday, June 20, 6-7:30 pm
Peter Madcat Ruth has established an international reputation through his exhilarating, riveting virtuosity on the harmonica. His expertise on this instrument has amazed audiences world-wide. He is equally at home playing blues, folk music, jazz, country, or rock and roll. Performance Magazine refers to him as ”A harmonica virtuoso who is rapidly approaching legend status.” Whether playing solo or playing with Triple Play (with Chris Brubeck and Joel Brown), Madcat delights us by showing us how much he simply enjoys playing the music! For all ages. Underwritten by Ed and Catherine Romer. Registration recommended.
American Red Cross Babysitting Training Part 1
Wait list only.
Wednesday, June 22, 2-5 pm
Two-day workshop conducted by the Red Cross for students ages 11-15. Upon completion of the course, all students will receive a babysitting certification. Advanced registration and payment are required. Fee is $75 due before class. To register, call Susan Lauricella at 203-762-3950, ext. 243. (Registration cannot be done online.) Once placed on the list, the patron must send a $75 check made out to the Wilton Library to the attention of Susan Lauricella in order to hold the spot. Maximum of 12 per class. Students should bring drinks &/or snacks to the class.
“Plant the Seed and Read!”
Summer Reading Kick-Off at Ambler Farm
Thursday, June 23, 2-4 pm
Families are invited to join the library at Ambler Farm any time between 2-4 pm for our annual summer reading program kick-off! This year’s theme is “Plant the Seed and Read!” At the farm, kids can register for our reading program, learn about our new Read to Feed program through Heifer International, meet the animals, tour the garden, and take a hayride around the farm. This is sure to be a great time for all. Don’t forget your cameras! No registration. This program is sponsored by Wilton Library and Ambler Farm.
American Red Cross Babysitting Training Part 2
Wait list only.
Thursday, June 23, 2-5 pm
Two-day workshop conducted by the Red Cross for students ages 11-15. Upon completion of the course, all students will receive a babysitting certification. Advanced registration and payment are required. Fee is $75 due before class. To register, call Susan Lauricella at 203-762-3950, ext. 243. (Registration cannot be done online.) Once placed on the list, the patron must send a $75 check made out to the Wilton Library to the attention of Susan Lauricella in order to hold the spot. Maximum of 12 per class. Students should bring drinks &/or snacks to the class.
Children’s Beginner Chess
Thursday, June 23, 4-5 pm
Children in grades 1-7 are invited to join the Children’s Library Chess Club instructed by Christopher Potts. In this program, those brand new to chess will learn: the history and rules of the game; basic checkmate themes and patterns, basic strategy and tactics. Students will play games and put the lessons into practice. Program fee is $60 per student for all six meetings, for children in grades 1-7. In-person registration is required, payment due at time of registration.
Children’s Advanced Chess
Thursday, June 23, 5-6 pm
Children in grades 3-7 are invited to join the Children’s Library Chess Club instructed by Christopher Potts. In this program, more experienced players will: review the basics, learn more advanced strategies and tactics, learn optimal opening and endgame play, gain an appreciation for the vital importance of making and carrying out sound plans. Students will play games and put the lessons into practice. Program fee is $60 per student for all six meetings, for children in grades 3-7. In-person registration is required, payment due at time of registration.
Tales to Tails
Saturday, June 25, 11-noon
ROAR’s (Ridgefield Operation Animal Rescue) Therapy Dog Program 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.
Teen Summer Reading Program
Monday, June 27
Read a book, record it on a personalized ‘passport,’ and be eligible to win weekly prizes and/or the grand prize! Come to the Teen Department Mondays-Fridays to sign up for a passport and begin reading. Program runs from June 27-August 7.
- Week 1 (6/27-7/2) $10 to Starbucks;
- Week 2 (7/4-7/9) $10 to Swizzles;
- Week 3 (7/11-7/16) $10 to Steve’s Bagels;
- Week 4 (7/18-7/23) $15 to iTunes store;
- Week 5 (7/25-7/30) $15 to Wilton Pizza;
- Week 6 (8/1-8/6) $15 to Bowtie Cinemas.
Grand Prize: Kindle eReader and gift card for a DODOcase. For students entering grades 7-12. Sponsored by the John and Patricia Curran Fund.
Dinosaur Club
Monday, June 27, 4-5:30 pm
This weekly club is seeking qualified students entering grades 4-6 to participate in a Science Competition at Yale University held annually in November. The club will explore dinosaurs, fossils, paleobiology, geology and more, through presentations, discussions and demonstrations. The program will include experiments, model building, field trips and hands-on creative activities. Registration required.
Weir Farm Artist-in-Residence
Exhibition/Reception: Lisa Brody
Monday, June 27, 6-7:30 pm
June brings Lisa Brody to the Weir Farm artist in residency program. Lisa Brody has been painting landscapes for most of her career. According to the artist, “Through a contemporary lens I will follow in the great plein air tradition of painting inspired by the natural beauty of Weir Farm.” Lisa Brody studied art at the University of Pennsylvania, (B.F.A & B.A. Fine Arts and Architecture), the Skowhegan School of Painting and Sculpture, Maine. Co-sponsored by Weir Farm Art Center and Weir Farm National Historic Site and presented by Wilton Library. Registration suggested.
Good Reads, Great Kids
Monday, June 27, 6:15-7 pm
Kids in grades 1 and 2 are invited to join this new book club!! Children and their parents will have the opportunity to meet and discuss books as a group. For this session children are invited to bring a book that they have read recently to talk about in this group setting. In addition to personal selections, we will all discuss the book A Friend for Dragon by Dav Pilkey. Snacks will be provided and a craft will be made. Grades 1and 2. Parents and guardians must be present. Sponsored by the Sherman Family Fund.
Lego for Littles
Wednesday, June 29 , 4-5 pm
Kids in grades K-2 learn about themes 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.
Children’s Beginner Chess
Thursday, June 30, 4-5 pm
Children in grades 1-7 are invited to join the Children’s Library Chess Club instructed by Christopher Potts. In this program, those brand new to chess will learn: the history and rules of the game; basic checkmate themes and patterns, basic strategy and tactics. Students will play games and put the lessons into practice. Program fee is $60 per student for all six meetings, for children in grades 1-7. In-person registration is required, payment due at time of registration.
Children’s Advanced Chess
Thursday, June 30, 5-6 pm
Children in grades 3-7 are invited to join the Children’s Library Chess Club instructed by Christopher Potts. In this program, more experienced players will: review the basics, learn more advanced strategies and tactics, learn optimal opening and endgame play, gain an appreciation for the vital importance of making and carrying out sound plans. Students will play games and put the lessons into practice. Program fee is $60 per student for all six meetings, for children in grades 3-7. In-person registration is required, payment due at time of registration.
