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.

The Literary Horse:

When Legends Come to Life Exhibition
Tuesday, August 30 through Thursday, September 29
Enjoy an exhibition of photographs by Vanessa Smith of horses and riders, paired with quotations from world-famous books, highlighting those published before 1923. Ms. Smith teaches equine photography and creative writing for horse lovers. The exhibition has been organized specifically to tour schools and libraries. Exhibit runs through Thursday, September 29.

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.

Dinosaur Club

Wednesday August 31, 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.