Registration for the Launch of Wilton Up Close 2011 Teen Photography Project

Monday, August 15 through Tuesday, September 6.
Wilton Up Close 2011 is a Wilton Library project for students in grades 8-12. The students will work with Daryl Hawk, renowned photographer, who will teach them about photographing their surroundings. The heart of the program is to try and unplug, slow down and truly observe the everyday landscape. Students will also be asked to write reflections about their photographs and experience. The project will conclude with an exhibit in the main gallery of the Library in February 2012.

The dates are as follows:

• 9/13-Wilton Town Center Kick Off Meeting/Photo/Writing, 4-6:30 pm, (Rain date 9/14);
• 9/27-Weir Farm Photo/Writing, 4-6 pm, (Rain date 10/4);
• 10/11-Millstone Farm Photo/Writing, 4- 6 pm, (Rain date 10/12);
• 11/1-Photo Selection, 5-8 pm; 12/6 or 12/7 – Attend one of these writing workshops, 5-7 pm;
• 1/10/12 or 1/11/12 – Attend one of these photo framing sessions, 5-7 pm.

LIMITED REGISTRATION (25 Students).
Cost is $50/student. To register, contact Meg Fuentes at 203-762-3950 x 224 or email mfuentes@wiltonlibrary.org by Tuesday, 9/6/11. Payment must be received to secure a spot.

Drop-in Summer Crafts

Monday, August 15, 10 am-8 pm
Children of all ages can stop by during regular library hours and make a craft to take home. No program fee, no registration, made possible by the Coyle Family Young Readers Fund.

Area Author Affair

John J. Gilmore-Cocaineros Duel
Monday, August 15, 6-7 pm
Drugs, mistaken identity, and mayhem-a great get-away-from-it-all kind of read, perfect for a lazy summer day! Come join local author John Gilmore as he discusses his recently published adventure with retired police detective Frank Reardon, in Costa Rica rebuilding his life after the murder of his wife. Light refreshments served to congratulate the author. Books available for purchase and signing. Registration suggested.