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Kids of all ages can come to the library from 10-5 on Saturday, Nov. 10 and 1-5 on Sunday, 11, to make their very own Veterans Day-themed crafts. The supplies are free. Kids can follow the sample crafts provided by the library. There is no charge for the craft and registration is not required. Children are welcome to bring their veteran family members, too.

The awards ceremony for the Wilton Wondrous Tree contest takes place at the library on Sunday, Nov. 11, at 3 p.m. Earlier this fall, residents were asked to nominate trees in four categories-tallest, widest, most unusual and most picturesque. A dozen prizes will be awarded by local businesses to people for choosing Wilton's top trees. Bolton Landscape Design, Earth Garden Florist & Nursery, Hoffman Landscapes, Lee Horticultural, Redding Nursery and Young's Nurseries are among the businesses providing prizes. Children under age 16 will be award participation certificates. The contest was sponsored by the Wilton Garden Club, the Woodcock Nature Center and the library. For more information, call Paula Byrdy at 762-9831 or e-mail wiltontrees@aol.com.

A "Let's Chat" session takes place on Tuesday, Nov. 13, from 7-8 p.m. at the library for people who want to enhance their English-speaking capabilities. The class is drop-in, with no registration required. Trained ESOL volunteers are on-hand for the sessions. For more information: 762-3950.

Local historian Brent Colley shares his knowledge of the Georgetown area via maps, photographs and postcards in a slide presentation entitled, The History of Georgetown and the Norwalk River, on Tuesday, November 13, from 7-8 p.m. Topics include: Boundary Rock, old paths and roadways, Gilbert and Bennett, the impact of the railroad, the Flood of '55, and the environmental impact of river-side industry. Brent's unique collection of images and stories along with his passion for the area bring the glory days of Georgetown back to life. There is no charge for the program. Advance registration is recommended. The program is sponsored by the Betsy and Jesse Fink Family Foundation for the library's Environmental Initiative, and the Norwalk River Watershed Association. To register: wiltonlibrary.org/events or call 762-3950.

The question of what to do with kids during the shorten parent/teacher conference school days is easily answered at the library where kids can have superhero fun with movies and crafts. On Wednesday and Friday, Nov. 14 and 16, animated superhero movies will be shown from 2-3:30. The movies are free of charge, with popcorn and lemonade as special treats. Children under age 8 must be accompanied by adults; children 8 and older must have caregivers remain in the building. On Thursday, Nov. 15, kids can stop by after school for a superhero-themed craft. Materials are supplied by the library. None of these programs require registration and all are free of charge. The programs are sponsored by the Coyle Family Fund. For information: 762-3950.

Accomplished writer, director, producer, actor and author Charles Grodin visits the library on Thursday, November 15, from 7-8:30 p.m. to discuss his latest book, If I Only Knew Then...Learning From Our Mistakes. The book is a collection of essays from his friends, sharing life's most embarrassing moments. Grodin has garnered critical attention in films, The Heartbreak Kid (1972), Heaven Can Wait (1979), and Midnight Run (1988), along with writing several books. His just-released book will be available for purchase and signing. The event is sponsored by R.J. Julia Booksellers and the library. There is no charge for the program. Advance registration is strongly recommended. To register: wiltonlibrary.org/events or call 762-3950.

Wilton Library and Kiwanis join in presenting the Bill Logan Retrospective Art Show Sale and Auction in tribute to the late Bill Logan, a Wilton resident, on Friday, Nov. 16. The reception begins at 6:30 with the live auction commencing at 7:30. In addition to auction pieces, fixed-price pieces will be on display at the library through November 16 and available for purchase. His wife, Mary Lou Logan, has agreed to gather his very best work for the retrospective sale and auction to benefit the library and Kiwanis. Advance registration is suggested. The public is invited to the festivities. For information: 762-3950.

Reminder: Lights Out at the Library Planning Meeting for Parents, Friday, Nov. 9, 10-11 a.m. Boys in grades 2-4 get to experience an overnight stay at the library in January, 2008. This is a planning meeting for parents to help make this a fun-filled activity for their children.