Minecraft Club

Saturday, May 18, 10 – noon.
Minecraft is an online computer game unlike any other.  It is a creative game.  Worlds made out of individual blocks are generated. In these unique worlds players can build anything, mine anything, create anything, and interact with other players.  The only limit is your imagination.  A server for the Wilton Library has been set up with a virtual world where the Minecraft community in Wilton can meet. Minecraft enthusiasts are welcome to join the Minecraft Computer Club on Saturday mornings between 10- noon to discuss and play everything Minecraft in the Children’s Library.  Ages 8 and up.

Please note: Minecraft is a subscription-based, online game.  Players must bring their own laptops and create their own accounts.  Registration required.

Norwalk Symphony Orchestra

Saturday, May 18, 3 – 4 p.m.
Part 3 of a 3-part series. Children ages 3-10 and their families get to experience hands-on participation with string instruments. There will be marimba and a variety of rhythm instruments. Children will be able to play on the rhythm instruments.  Advance registration suggested.

Literary Littles

Monday, March 18 through Monday, May 20, 2:15 – 3 p.m.
For independent listeners ages 4-6 years. This is a story time that provides children with experiences that enrich early literacy. Children will hear stories, watch short films, sing songs, and do a craft. This program repeats for ten weeks.

Whodunit? Book Club

Monday, May 20, 4 – 4:45 p.m.
Kids in grades 2 and 3 are invited to join this mystery book club.  Children will have the opportunity to meet and discuss mystery books as a group. The book for May is Harriet the Spy by Louise Fitzhugh.  Snacks will be provided, along with fun detective activities.  Grades 2 and 3. Parents and guardians must be in the Library.  Sponsored by the Sherman Family Fund.

Terrific Tales for Twos and Threes

Tuesday, March 19 through Tuesday, May 21, 10:15 – 10:45 a.m.
Join Wilton Library for 2 and 3-year-old story time. Children and their caregivers will sing songs, listen to stories, and enjoy playtime together while building literacy and social skills. This program runs for ten weeks.

Look, Listen and Learn

Tuesday, March 19 through Tuesday, May 21, 11 – 11:30 a.m.
For 3 and 4-year-olds with a caregiver. By interacting with stories, singing songs and acting out finger plays and rhymes, children in this program gain pre-reading skills and learn how to participate in a group setting. This program runs for ten weeks.

Books for Babies

Wednesday, March 20 through Wednesday, May 22, 10:15 – 10:45 a.m.
Bring your wonderful baby to this infant friendly program at the Wilton Library. We will sing and play and enjoy gentle stories geared for babies under 12 months old. This is an excellent forum to meet other new parents in the area. This program runs for ten weeks. Caregivers must be present.

Wonderful Ones and Twos

Wednesday, March 20 through Wednesday, May 22 , 11 – 11:30 a.m.
This program is a sharing time for 1 and 2-year-olds and their caregivers. The emphasis is on books, with some songs and toy time.

Newbery Club

Wednesday, May 22, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Children in grades 4-6 are invited to join our newest book club!  This book club will introduce children to Newbery Award winning books.  Once a month we will meet and discuss one of these classics.  The book for May’s discussion is The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate, which won the Newbery in 2013.  Read the book and spend a fun hour at the Library with crafts, questions, snacks, and activities.  Registration required.  Sponsored by the Sherman Family Fund.

Minecraft Club

Saturday, May 25, 10 – noon.
Minecraft is an online computer game unlike any other.  It is a creative game.  Worlds made out of individual blocks are generated. In these unique worlds players can build anything, mine anything, create anything, and interact with other players.  The only limit is your imagination.  A server for the Wilton Library has been set up with a virtual world where the Minecraft community in Wilton can meet. Minecraft enthusiasts are welcome to join the Minecraft Computer Club on Saturday mornings between 10- noon to discuss and play everything Minecraft in the Children’s Library.  Ages 8 and up.

Please note: Minecraft is a subscription-based, online game.  Players must bring their own laptops and create their own accounts.  Registration required.

Tales to Tails

Saturday, May 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. Children must read independently to participate in this program.  Registration is required.

Children’s Author Visit—Tommy Greenwald

Wednesday, May 29, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Come meet Tommy Greenwald, author of Charlie Joe Jackson’s Guide to NOT Reading, Charlie Joe Jackson’s Guide to Extra Credit, and coming soon, Charlie Joe Jackson’s Guide to Summer Vacation. Mr. Greenwald will talk about his books and answer questions. Kids will design a book cover; winner will receive a copy of the new book. Books will be available for purchase and signing. Grades 3 and up, registration required.

Sleeping Beauty

Friday, May 31, 6 – 7 p.m.
Come and see the beautiful ballet of Sleeping Beauty, brought to life by the dancers of the Wilton Conservatory of Dance. Written by the composer Pyotr Tchaikovsky in 1889, the ballet tells the story of Princess Aurora, an enchanted spell, a prince and special kiss. Children will enjoy this wonderful introduction to the world of ballet, danced by a troupe of talented local dancers. A reception follows the performance. Grades K and up with caregivers, registration required.

Lego® Club

Wednesday, June 5, 12, 19 & 26, 4 – 5 p.m.
Kids in grades K thru 4 are invited to join this weekly Lego® 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.  There are 20 spots available for this program on a first come first serve basis.  Tickets will be passed out at the Children’s reference desk starting at 3:45 p.m. the day of the program.  Sponsored by the Coyle Family Young Readers Fund.

The Guitar Guy

Friday, June 7, 11 – 11:30 a.m.
Children ages 2-6 are invited to a fun performance by Robert the Guitar Guy.  Robert uses music, props, movement, and dance to entertain children and their grown-ups.  Ages 2-6 with a caregiver.  Registration recommended.  Sponsored by the Coyle Family Young Readers Fund.

 Meet Wilton’s Own Matt Davies

Saturday, June 8, 11 – noon.
Come and meet Pulitzer Prize winning cartoonist Matt Davies. This multi-talented Wilton resident will read his new children’s book, Ben Rides On. A boisterously funny tale of a boy, a bully and a bike, Ben Rides On will be enjoyed by all ages and on all levels. Come and show your support for one of Wilton’s most talented artist/authors. Books available for purchase and signing, provided courtesy of Elm Street Books of New Canaan. Registration required.

Teddy Bear Picnic

Tuesday, June 11, 11 – 11:30 a.m.
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.

Ambler Farm Reads

Wednesday, June 12, 2:15 – 3 p.m.
Children ages 4-6 and their caregivers 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!  June is about chickens.  Registration required.  Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.

Flag Day Celebration

Friday, June 14, 4 – 5 p.m.
Come celebrate Flag Day with this interactive program offered by the James B. Whipple American Legion Post 86. Post 86 is generously donating an American Flag for Wilton Library’s Brubeck Room. Post 86 representatives will host a brief dedication ceremony followed by an interactive flag etiquette program. Children and adults will learn the history of the American flag, what it means to respect the flag, how to display a flag, proper disposal of a flag, and how to fold the American flag. Participants will have a chance to practice folding the flag as well as receive a small American flag to take home! Adults and children in grades 1-5. Please register in advance.

Drop-in Father’s Day Crafts

Saturday, June 15, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Children of all ages can stop by during regular library hours and make a craft to take home to Dad for Father’s Day. Made possible by the Coyle Family Young Readers Fund.

Whodunit? Book Club

Monday, June 17, 4 – 4:45 p.m.
Kids in grades 2 and 3 are invited to join this mystery book club.  Children will have the opportunity to meet and discuss mystery books as a group. The book for May is The 100-Year-Old Secret by Tracy Barrett.  Snacks will be provided, along with fun detective activities.  Grades 2 and 3. Parents and guardians must be in the Library.  Sponsored by the Sherman Family Fund.

Wilton Library Summer Reading Program Registration Week

Friday, June 21 through June 28, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Come to Wilton Library and sign up for Summer Reading during regular library hours. The Summer Reading Program is now online. Patrons can use our new summer reader program, Evanced, to register and log their summer reading. Prize coupons can be printed and brought to the library for redemption. This program offers our patrons flexibility for the summer reading program. We hope that by making the program more convenient we will see more participation and enthusiasm for reading. Some highlights of an online program are: flexibility by being able to log-on whenever and wherever throughout the summer; convenience of keeping track of reading online and ability to print lists easily (teachers love to see what the kids read over the summer); attractive graphics are engaging and help encourage participation; on-demand access allows vacationing patrons to participate, too. The online program can be accessed from internet-capable computers, laptops, iPads and more. Visit the library on Friday to sign-up or learn more about it – and find out what the theme is for the summer.

Tales to Tails

Saturday, June 22, 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. Children must read independently to participate in this program.  Registration is required.