Spanish Story Times
Saturday, March 13, 11–11:45 am
Spanish Story Times on Saturdays in March (March 6, 13, 20) will include book reading, songs, short videos, games, and more. Spanish students from the Wilton High School Spanish Honors Society will share their love of the Spanish language and culture with children. Ages 5-10 with caretaker in the building. Registration required; no fee. Sponsored by the Wilton High School Spanish Honors Society.
Norwalk Symphony (Not) Just for Kids Program
Percussion
Saturday, March 13, 2–3 pm
Part 3 of a 4-part series. Children ages 3 – 10 and their families get to experience hands-on participation with percussion instruments. Additional date: April 24 – brass. Advance registration suggested.
WINRS (Wilton Intermediate Nutmeg Readers) Circle
Saturday, March 13, 3–4 pm
Calling all book lovers in grades 4-6: Come to the WINRs (Wilton Intermediate Nutmeg Readers) Circle to discuss the 2011 Nutmeg nominees. Connecticut’s Nutmeg Award encourages children to read literature selected by a panel of state librarians and choose their favorite book out of ten titles. On the second Saturday of each month the group meets for fun, food (pizza donated by Wilton Pizza) and discussion. The March book is One Handed Catch by M.J. Auch. Bring a friend, win a prize! No program fee, registration is required. This program is made possible by HSBC Bank.
How to Train Your Dragon
Sunday March 14, 2-2:45 pm
Join the Children’s Library for a fun, informative crafts workshop with cool activities & prizes! Learn more about dragons with fun dioramas, toys, coloring pages, and much more for children ages 4 and up! From the studio that brought us Shrek, How To Train Your Dragon is set in the mythical world of burly Vikings and wild dragons and is based on the book by Cressida Cowell. The action comedy tells the story of Hiccup, a Viking teenager who doesn’t exactly fit in with his tribe’s longstanding tradition of heroic dragon slayers. Hiccup’s world is turned upside down when he encounters a dragon that challenges he and his fellows Vikings to see the world from an entirely different point of view. Ages 4 and up with a caregiver in the building. Registration required, no fee. Sponsored by Wilton Patch.
American Girl Tea Party
Monday, March 15, 4–4:45 pm
American Girl Josefina celebrates her 10th birthday on March 19, 1824. Girls in grades 1st – 4th are invited to bring their own doll to the Wilton Library to celebrate Josefina’s birthday. Participants will hear selections from “Happy Birthday, Josefina!,” learn about Josefina’s life in New Mexico, and partake in a craft. Finger sandwiches, cookies, ice tea, and lemonade will be served. Registration required; no fee. Grades 1-4 with caregiver in the building. Sponsored by the Coyle Family Young Readers Fund.
Drop-in St. Patrick’s Day Crafts
Wednesday, March 17, 10 am–8 pm
Children of all ages can stop by during regular library hours and make a craft to take home. No registration, made possible by the Coyle Family Young Readers Fund.
St. Patrick’s Day Tales
Wednesday, March 17, 4–4:45 pm
Join Wilton Library assistant Ms. Keogh as she shares some of her favorite Irish tales in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day. Kids are sure to love these Irish trickster tales of leprechauns, giants and more! Grades 1 and up with caregiver in the building. No registration.
Children’s Beginner Chess
Thursday, March 18, 4–5 pm
Children in grades 1-7 continue Chess Club instruction with Christopher Potts. Registration filled.
Children’s Advanced Chess
Thursday, March 18, 5–6 pm
Children in grades 1-7 continue Chess Club instruction with Christopher Potts. Registration filled.
Spanish Story Times
Saturday, March 20, 11–11:45 am
Spanish Story Times on Saturdays in March (March 6, 13, 20) will include book reading, songs, short videos, games, and more. Spanish students from the Wilton High School Spanish Honors Society will share their love of the Spanish language and culture with children. Ages 5-10 with caretaker in the building. Registration required. Sponsored by the Wilton High School Spanish Honors Society.
The Tooth About Sharks
Monday, March 22, 2–2:45 pm
Children in grades 1 and 2 are invited to join the library in this fascinating program about sharks. The Maritime Aquarium will bring many interesting shark artifacts as well as a life-size puzzle of a shark for the children to assemble. Kids will have the opportunity to learn many exciting facts about different kinds of sharks! Grades 1 and 2 with caregiver in the building. Registration required. Sponsored by the Betsy and Jesse Fink Family Foundation for Wilton Library’s Environmental Initiative.
Life Between the Tides
Monday, March 22, 3–3:45 pm
Children in grades 3 and 4 are invited to this fascinating program about tides and marine animals. The Maritime Aquarium joins us to teach kids about ocean tides and their importance to the environment. Children will also have the opportunity to learn about intertidal creatures. This is a hands-on program! Grades 3 and 4 only as space is limited with caregiver in the building. Registration required. Sponsored by the Betsy and Jesse Fink Family Foundation for Wilton Library’s Environmental Initiative.
Teddy Bear Picnic
Thursday, March 25, 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, there is no program fee. Made possible by the Coyle Family Young Readers Fund.
Children’s Beginner Chess
Thursday, March 25, 4–5 pm
Children in grades 1-7 continue Chess Club instruction with Christopher Potts. Registration filled.
Children’s Advanced Chess
Thursday, March 25, 5–6 pm
Children in grades 1-7 continue Chess Club instruction with Christopher Potts. Registration filled.
Have Your Cake and Read It, Too!
Child/Adult Book Discussion
Thursday, March 25, 6:30–7:30 pm
Join Wilton Library’s Kids’ Book Club for children in grades 3 and up; dessert will be served and adults will be included. Children and their adults will read the book selection and then join the discussion. March’s book selection is Found by Margaret Peterson Haddix. Registration is required. Made possible by the Coyle Family Young Readers Fund.
Star Wars Meet-and-Greet
Saturday, March 27, 2–3 pm
Children of all ages are invited to meet some of their favorite Star Wars characters. In addition to the meet-and-greet, children can create Star Wars themed crafts. Don’t forget to bring your cameras! Sponsored by the Coyle Family Young Readers Fund.
Literary Littles
Monday, April 5, 2:15-3 pm
For independent listeners ages 4-6 years. Story time that provides children with experiences that enrich early literacy. No program charge. Advance registration is required.
Wonderful Ones and Twos with Caregivers
Tuesday, April 6, 10:15-10:45 am
This program is a sharing time for 1 and 2 year olds and their caregivers. The emphasis is on books, with some songs and puzzles. No program charge. Advance registration is required.
Look, Listen and Learn
Tuesday, April 6, 11-11:30 am
For 3 and 4 years olds with parent/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. No program charge. Advance registration is required.
Literary Littles
Tuesday, April 6, 2:15-3 pm
For independent listeners ages 4-6 years. Story time that provides children with experiences that enrich early literacy. No program charge. Advance registration is required.
Cartoon Crazy
Tuesday, April 6, 4-5:30 pm
Join the library in a celebration of art in this hands-on drawing class as part of the Aldrich Museum’s Draw On! program. The Art Spot in Danbury will be stopping by from 4-5:30 to teach kids how to draw cartoon cells using various techniques. Sign up to create your very own cartoon character! Children in grades 2-6. Registration required in person. Fee: $5 per child. Made possible for Wilton Library by the Coyle Family Young Readers Fund.
Wonderful Ones and Twos with Caregivers
Wednesday, April 7, 10:15-10:45 am
This program is a sharing time for 1 and 2 year olds and their caregivers. The emphasis is on books, with some songs and puzzles. No program charge. Advance registration is required.
Terrific Tales for Twos and Threes
Wednesday, April 7, 11-11:30 am
Please note this new time period on Wednesdays for this age group in Wilton Library’s Spring Story Times. Join the library for 2 and 3 year old story times. Children and their caregivers will sing songs, listen to stories, and enjoy playtime together while building literacy and social skills. No charge. Advance registration is required.
Animal Acrostics Workshop
Thursday, April 8 , 4-4:45 pm
Children in grades 2 and up are invited to this poetry program in celebration of National Poetry Month. During this program kids will have the opportunity to hear and see some animal-themed acrostic poems and then create their own. Acrostic poems are poems in which the first letters of the lines form a word/phrase/sentence vertically. The content of the poem has to be relevant to the word/phrase/sentence. Grades 2 and up with caregiver in the building for children under age 12. Registration required. Sponsored by the Coyle Family Young Readers Fund.
Keep a Poem in Your Pocket Week
Monday, April 12 through Sunday, April 18
Keep a Poem in Your Pocket Week, library hours throughout the week. Visit the Children’s Library during the week of April 12 and recite a poem for a prize. Kids can memorize their favorite poem or memorize the poem Keep a Poem in Your Pocket. Children in grades 1-3 need to memorize at least 4 lines of poetry and children in grades 4-6 must memorize a minimum of 8 lines of poetry. Recite your poem for a librarian and win a fantastic prize! Grades 1-6, no registration, no fee. Library hours: Monday through Thursday 10 – 8; Friday 10 – 6; Saturday 10 – 5; Sunday 1 – 5. Sponsored by the Coyle Family Young Readers Fund.
Literary Littles
Monday, April 12, 2:15-3 pm
For independent listeners ages 4-6 years. Story time that provides children with experiences that enrich early literacy. No program charge. Advance registration is required.
Wonderful Ones and Twos with Caregivers
Tuesday, April 13, 10:15-10:45 am
This program is a sharing time for 1 and 2 year olds and their caregivers. The emphasis is on books, with some songs and puzzles. No program charge. Advance registration is required.
Look, Listen and Learn
Tuesday, April 13, 11-11:30 am
For 3 and 4 years olds with parent/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. No program charge. Advance registration is required.
Wonderful Ones and Twos with Caregivers
Wednesday, April 14, 10:15-10:45 am
This program is a sharing time for 1 and 2 year olds and their caregivers. The emphasis is on books, with some songs and puzzles. No program charge. Advance registration is required.
Terrific Tales for Twos and Threes
Wednesday, April 14, 11-11:30 am
Please note this new time period on Wednesdays for this age group in Wilton Library’s Spring Story Times. Join the library for 2 and 3 year old story times. Children and their caregivers will sing songs, listen to stories, and enjoy playtime together while building literacy and social skills. No charge. Advance registration is required.
Literary Littles
Monday, April 19, 2:15-3 pm
For independent listeners ages 4-6 years. Story time that provides children with experiences that enrich early literacy. No program charge. Advance registration is required.
Wonderful Ones and Twos with Caregivers
Tuesday, April 20, 10:15-10:45 am
This program is a sharing time for 1 and 2 year olds and their caregivers. The emphasis is on books, with some songs and puzzles. No program charge. Advance registration is required.
Look, Listen and Learn
Tuesday, April 20, 11-11:30 am
For 3 and 4 years olds with parent/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. No program charge. Advance registration is required.
Wonderful Ones and Twos with Caregivers
Wednesday, April 21, 10:15-10:45 am
This program is a sharing time for 1 and 2 year olds and their caregivers. The emphasis is on books, with some songs and puzzles. No program charge. Advance registration is required.
Terrific Tales for Twos and Threes
Wednesday, April 21, 11-11:30 am
Please note this new time period on Wednesdays for this age group in Wilton Library’s Spring Story Times. Join the library for 2 and 3 year old story times. Children and their caregivers will sing songs, listen to stories, and enjoy playtime together while building literacy and social skills. No charge. Advance registration is required.
Literary Littles
Monday, April 26, 2:15-3 pm
For independent listeners ages 4-6 years. Story time that provides children with experiences that enrich early literacy. No program charge. Advance registration is required.
Wonderful Ones and Twos with Caregivers
Tuesday, April 27, 10:15-10:45 am
This program is a sharing time for 1 and 2 year olds and their caregivers. The emphasis is on books, with some songs and puzzles. No program charge. Advance registration is required.
Look, Listen and Learn
Tuesday, April 27, 11-11:30 am
For 3 and 4 years olds with parent/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. No program charge. Advance registration is required.
Wonderful Ones and Twos with Caregivers
Wednesday, April 28, 10:15-10:45 am
This program is a sharing time for 1 and 2 year olds and their caregivers. The emphasis is on books, with some songs and puzzles. No program charge. Advance registration is required.
Wonderful Ones and Twos with Caregivers
Wednesday, May 26, 10:15-10:45 am
This program is a sharing time for 1 and 2 year olds and their caregivers. The emphasis is on books, with some songs and puzzles. No program charge. Advance registration is required.
Terrific Tales for Twos and Threes
Wednesday, April 28, 11-11:30 am
Please note this new time period on Wednesdays for this age group in Wilton Library’s Spring Story Times. Join the library for 2 and 3 year old story times. Children and their caregivers will sing songs, listen to stories, and enjoy playtime together while building literacy and social skills. No charge. Advance registration is required.
Reading Comprehension Workshop
Saturday May 1, 10 am-2 pm
Join the library in this informative program about reading comprehension. This four hour workshop hosted by Shefali Patel, licensed and certified Speech and Language Pathologist, will focus on several key topics pertaining to children and reading comprehension. Ms. Patel will touch upon theory and the mechanics of the human brain, reading for meaning, building connections and more. This hands-on workshop is perfect for parents, guardians, child care providers, and school professionals. This program includes a break for lunch as well as discussion time. Certificates of participation for three hours are available. Registration required.
Literary Littles
Monday, May 3, 2:15-3 pm
For independent listeners ages 4-6 years. Story time that provides children with experiences that enrich early literacy. No program charge. Advance registration is required.
Wonderful Ones and Twos with Caregivers
Tuesday, May 4, 10:15-10:45 am
This program is a sharing time for 1 and 2 year olds and their caregivers. The emphasis is on books, with some songs and puzzles. No program charge. Advance registration is required.
Look, Listen and Learn
Tuesday, May 4, 11-11:30 am
For 3 and 4 years olds with parent/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. No program charge. Advance registration is required.
Wonderful Ones and Twos with Caregivers
Wednesday, May 5, 10:15-10:45 am
This program is a sharing time for 1 and 2 year olds and their caregivers. The emphasis is on books, with some songs and puzzles. No program charge. Advance registration is required.
Terrific Tales for Twos and Threes
Wednesday, May 5, 11-11:30 am
Please note this new time period on Wednesdays for this age group in Wilton Library’s Spring Story Times. Join the library for 2 and 3 year old story times. Children and their caregivers will sing songs, listen to stories, and enjoy playtime together while building literacy and social skills. No charge. Advance registration is required.
Literary Littles
Monday, May 10, 2:15-3 pm
For independent listeners ages 4-6 years. Story time that provides children with experiences that enrich early literacy. No program charge. Advance registration is required.
Wonderful Ones and Twos with Caregivers
Tuesday, May 11, 10:15-10:45 am
This program is a sharing time for 1 and 2 year olds and their caregivers. The emphasis is on books, with some songs and puzzles. No program charge. Advance registration is required.
Look, Listen and Learn
Tuesday, May 11, 11-11:30 am
For 3 and 4 years olds with parent/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. No program charge. Advance registration is required.
Wonderful Ones and Twos with Caregivers
Wednesday, May 12, 10:15-10:45 am
This program is a sharing time for 1 and 2 year olds and their caregivers. The emphasis is on books, with some songs and puzzles. No program charge. Advance registration is required.
Terrific Tales for Twos and Threes
Wednesday, May 12, 11-11:30 am
Please note this new time period on Wednesdays for this age group in Wilton Library’s Spring Story Times. Join the library for 2 and 3 year old story times. Children and their caregivers will sing songs, listen to stories, and enjoy playtime together while building literacy and social skills. No charge. Advance registration is required.
Literary Littles
Monday, May 17, 2:15-3 pm
For independent listeners ages 4-6 years. Story time that provides children with experiences that enrich early literacy. No program charge. Advance registration is required.
Wonderful Ones and Twos with Caregivers
Tuesday, May 18, 10:15-10:45 am
This program is a sharing time for 1 and 2 year olds and their caregivers. The emphasis is on books, with some songs and puzzles. No program charge. Advance registration is required.
Look, Listen and Learn
Tuesday, May 18, 11-11:30 am
For 3 and 4 years olds with parent/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. No program charge. Advance registration is required.
Wonderful Ones and Twos with Caregivers
Wednesday, May 19, 10:15-10:45 am
This program is a sharing time for 1 and 2 year olds and their caregivers. The emphasis is on books, with some songs and puzzles. No program charge. Advance registration is required.
Terrific Tales for Twos and Threes
Wednesday, May 19, 11-11:30 am
Please note this new time period on Wednesdays for this age group in Wilton Library’s Spring Story Times. Join the library for 2 and 3 year old story times. Children and their caregivers will sing songs, listen to stories, and enjoy playtime together while building literacy and social skills. No charge. Advance registration is required.
Literary Littles
Monday, May 24, 2:15-3 pm
For independent listeners ages 4-6 years. Story time that provides children with experiences that enrich early literacy. No program charge. Advance registration is required.
Wonderful Ones and Twos with Caregivers
Tuesday, May 25, 10:15-10:45 am
This program is a sharing time for 1 and 2 year olds and their caregivers. The emphasis is on books, with some songs and puzzles. No program charge. Advance registration is required.
Look, Listen and Learn
Tuesday, May 25, 11-11:30 am
For 3 and 4 years olds with parent/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. No program charge. Advance registration is required.
Terrific Tales for Twos and Threes
Wednesday, May 26, 11-11:30 am
Please note this new time period on Wednesdays for this age group in Wilton Library’s Spring Story Times. Join the library for 2 and 3 year old story times. Children and their caregivers will sing songs, listen to stories, and enjoy playtime together while building literacy and social skills. No charge. Advance registration is required.
