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With new year’s resolutions quickly slipping away, clinical nutritionist Loryn Galardi, M.S., discusses Eating to Reduce Aging and Disease tonight from 7–8:30, providing a wake-up call to attendees. She talks about concentrating on foods that eliminate or reduce inflammation in chronic ailments such as hay fever, heart disease, depression, diabetes, and premature aging. On Thursday, Jan. 31 at 7, she returns to the library to discuss How Artificial Sweeteners and Trans Fats Can Make us Sick and Overweight. There is no charge for the two-part series. Participants may register for one or both of the sessions by visiting www.wiltonlibrary.org/events or calling 762-3950.

This Sunday, Jan. 20, the library is showing the Disney movie, Ruby Bridges from 2–3:30 p.m. to commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The movie is appropriate for children 7 and older and their parents should plan to attend with them. The made-for-TV movie is based on the true story of one little girl who helped change history by showing strength and dignity as she struggled to attend an all-white school in Louisiana. An informal discussion will take place after the film. Free popcorn and lemonade will be provided. There is no charge and no registration required. For information: 762-3950.

The Candlelight Concert at Wilton Congregational Church is on Sunday, Jan. 20, from 4–6 p.m. The Concertante Chamber Music Ensemble performs. A portion of the proceeds benefit Wilton Library. For ticket information, call 762-3401 or visit www.wiltoncandlelightconcerts.org. At the end of the month, Wilton High School alum Dan Kreiger (’03) performs in the library’s Connecticut’s Own concert series on Sunday, Jan. 27 at 4 p.m. He will play classical pieces from a variety of eras and composers, including Bach and Chopin. Advance registration is suggested and pre-registrants must arrive by 3:50 p.m. to be guaranteed seating. After 3.50 p.m. and if space is available, waitlisted and walk-in registrants will be admitted. There is no charge for the Connecticut’s Own concert series. To register: www.wiltonlibrary.org/events or call 762-3950.

Little kids ages 1-6 need wait no further for the start of Winter Story Times which will be held on Mondays through Wednesdays, Jan. 22 through March 12. The first session begins on Tuesday, Jan. 22, since the library will be closed Monday, Jan. 21 for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Ones and Twos with caregivers meet on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10:15 – 10:45; Twos and Threes with caregivers also meet on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10:15 – 10:45. Threes and Fours gather on Wednesdays from 11:30 – noon and 1 – 1:30; Fours, Fives and Sixes meet on Mondays and Tuesdays from 2 – 2:45. There is no session on Monday, Feb. 18. Winter Story Times are free of charge. Registration is recommended. Older children can take part in Folklore and Fantasy, on Saturday, Jan. 26, from 3–4 p.m. These wonderful tales are for kids in kindergarten through grade 4. This special story hour introduces children to cultures from other lands through the library’s extensive folktale collection. There is no charge for the program. Advance registration is recommended. Register online: www.wiltonlibrary.org/events or call 762-3950.

The popular Teen Open Mic Night returns to the library on Friday, Jan. 25, from 7–9 p.m. for kids in grades 7–12. Teens are invited to sing a song, perform poetry, play an instrument, mime or do a comedy routine. Participants are encouraged to bring their friends to cheer them on. Advance registration is highly recommended. Material must be appropriate for the audience. To register: www.wiltonlibrary.org/events or call 762-3950.