The library will be inundated with water in September and yet none of the library staff will be upset when Norwalk resident John Harris has his opening art reception on Friday, September 8 from 6-7:30 p.m. Water will be the main subject strikingly depicted when Harris exhibits his oils on canvas. Harris, a past member of the United States Canoe and Kayak team and an owner of medals from his many rowing accomplishments has spent countless hours reflecting, gazing and being mesmerized by water's properties. All of the many moods of water are captured intricately on his canvases from gently flowing brooks and streams to more turbulent outings. According to Harris, "My subjects are lakes, rivers and oceans. There is an infinite amount of imagery displayed by nature. This is especially true with water, characteristics I want to capture in oil." The exhibit is open during library hours through Friday, September 29. The paintings will be available for purchase with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the library. For more information: (203) 762-3950.
Calling all grandparentsNana and Papa, Gramma and Gramps, Bube and Zayde, Grand-mère and Grandpère, Ya-Ya and Pappous - any way they are spelled and pronounced, grandparents are invited with their grandchildren to Grandparents Day Brunch on Sunday, September 10 at 11:30 a.m. to celebrate their special day with the family. A simple brunch will be served with stories, entertainment and crafts all part of the fun. There is no charge for the program. Advance registration is required as space is limited. Call 762-3950 or register online.
Ladies' soirée fund-raiser on a September Sunday at SixSilly, Serious and Sensational Services on a September Sunday at Six is the library's seventh annual ladies' soirée fund-raiser on Sunday, September 10 from 6-8 p.m. The event is a silent auction of services from spa treatments to landscaping and everything in between. According to Judy Higby, event chair, "This yearly gathering has become the go-to event for women coming together after the summer activities. With young kids newly ensconced in schools, older kids packed up and sent away to college, it is the perfect time for ladies to meet, renew friendships and indulge themselves with a little pampering for a very good cause-the library." Some of the items being auctioned off include use of a private home in Martha's Vineyard, a private tarot card reading with master reader and author Jane Stern, interior design staging consultations, and a birthday party complete with crafts at the library. Hors d'oeuvres and beverages will be served. The fund-raiser is $50 per person. People wishing to attend may make their reservations by calling the library at 762-3950 ext. 270. Mastercard, Visa, checks made out to Wilton Library Association and cash will be accepted. Registrations also will be accepted at the door.
Fall craft funOn Monday, September 11 through Wednesday, September 13, children of all ages can stop by at any time during library hours for Drop-In Back to School and Fall Crafts. Supplies are available in the Children's Library. The program is free of charge and requires no registration. Library hours are Monday 10-6, Tuesday and Wednesday 10-7. For information: 762-3950.
September reading groupsThe Wilton Library Readers come together for the first time this 2006-2007 season on Wednesday, September 13 from noon to 1:30. The first selection to be led by Susan Boyar is On Beauty by Zadie Smith. The library reading group meets the second Wednesday of each month through May, with no meeting in December. There is no charge for the book discussion and registration is not required. Participants are invited to bring lunch during this noontime gathering. The library supplies the beverages. Book titles for the additional months can be found on the library's Web site at www.wiltonlibrary.org under WLA Readers on the left hand side of the homepage. For information: 762-3950.
Ben Van Vechten returns with A Short Series on Short Stories on Thursday, September 21 from 10:30-noon. Van Vechten explores various authors and their writing techniques in this popular five-part series (Sept. 21, 28, Oct. 5, 12, 19). The binders with the stories are available at the circulation desk. There is no charge for the program. Advance registration is required. Call 762-3950 or register online.
The International Book Group: Literature of Other Lands meets on Thursday, September 28 from 7-8:30 p.m. with guest speaker Gorel Bogarde talking about her native Sweden using the novel, Blackwater by Kerstin Ekman as the genesis of the discussion. Blackwater is the first novel by the award-winning Swedish author to be translated into English. Her works are widely publicized in Scandinavia and Europe. In addition to the book discussion, international desserts are served to the group. There is no charge for the International Book Group. Advance registration is suggested. Books are available for loan at the library. Call 762-3950 or register online.
Reminder: The library is closed on Sunday and Monday, September 3 and 4 for Labor Day observance.