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Time for Lifestyle Changes: Weight Loss!

December 26th, 2012 · Comments Off · News, Websites

It’s time to revisit one of my tried and true apps that I unfortunately need to begin using again–Lose It! Lose It is a great tool to “set goals for weight loss and exercise”.  It allows you to keep track of food eaten (calories added) and also of exercise accomplished (calories removed).  Tell it how [...]

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New Google Maps App for iPhone!

December 13th, 2012 · Comments Off · News, Software

There is a new Google Maps app available for iPhone which David Pogue reviewed in yesterday’s New York Times.  I love shaking the phone to bring up the screen to send feedback/corrections to Google.  I will use the app to see how it wants to take me home this evening and I will let you [...]

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America’s News: Access to Local, Regional, and National Sources

December 11th, 2012 · Comments Off · News, Wilton Library Resource

We are pleased to bring you access to America’s News (from NewsBank): Unmatched U.S. news content from local, regional, and national sources.  You may search the entire database for specific topics or browse specific issues.  America’s News is available to Wilton residents with a valid Wilton Library Card.  To access America’s News, go to our [...]

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Wilton Bulletin Online

December 10th, 2012 · Comments Off · News, Websites

We are pleased to once again bring you the Wilton Bulletin Online through NewsBank.  Wilton residents with a valid Wilton Library Card may access this wonderful resource by going to our website (www.wiltonlibrary.org), clicking on Wilton in the upper right corner of the page and then clicking on Wilton Bulletin Online (4/24/2003-Current) in the center [...]

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Looking for New Titles, Best Sellers?

December 9th, 2012 · Comments Off · Books, News, Software, Wilton Library Resource

Our upgraded catalog lets you easily see a carousel of best sellers on the opening (portal) page!  Clicking on the title or book jacket allows you to easily place a request for a title.  The left side of the page also lists new books, new videos, sound recordings, large print titles, most circ’d titles, and [...]

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WILS: New Features!

November 30th, 2012 · Comments Off · News, Software, Wilton Library Resource

WILS has come out of Wednesday’s makeover looking better than ever!  The catalog homepage opens to the Quick library search feature which is a great keyword search tool. Enter a title, author name, or keyword and click on Go!
When your result list appears, click on Find it on the right side of the [...]

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WILS Is Getting A Makeover!

November 27th, 2012 · Comments Off · News, Software

WILS, Wilton Library’s Integrated Library System (a/k/a The Catalog) will be upgraded on Wednesday, November 28. The result will be a cleaner looking catalog with streamlined and expanded searching options; a more user-friendly patron account and wonderful ways for us to display the terrific new items we purchase for your enjoyment.  On Wednesday, November 28, please help [...]

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Wilton Library Opening at 9 am on Wednesday, 10/31/12

October 30th, 2012 · Comments Off · News

Wilton Library will open at 9 am on Wednesday, October 31.  We can provide power, Internet, and a comfortable place for you to recharge and reconnect.  It’s been a trying few days and clean up may not be much fun either.  So, set aside some time for yourself at the library!  See you there. . [...]

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Mo Yan Wins Nobel Literature Prize

October 11th, 2012 · Comments Off · Books, News

The Nobel Literature Prize has been awarded to Mo Yan, a Chinese author “who was said to be ‘overjoyed and scared’ when the Nobel organizers contacted him to say he had won the coveted award.”  Read this article by Alan Cowell in The New York Times to learn more.
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9/11 Memorial

September 11th, 2012 · Comments Off · News, Websites

Today marks eleven years since that terrible day.  If you would like to learn about  or visit the 9/11 Memorial in New York City, click here.  This is a day of remembrance and service.

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