Wilton Library Association Newsletter
August 2005
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in this issue
-- Drop-In Story Times
-- Reel Wednesdays for Kids
-- The Irish Minstrel, Richard Stillman
-- Save the Date: Sunday, September 25th (6-8 pm)
-- DVD Additions in August
-- Wanted
Greetings!August is typically a rather quiet time in town, with many who live
and work in Wilton on vacation. The grocery stores are less crowded, restaurant
reservations are easier to come by, and driving in Wilton Center during "rush
hours" is calming rather than frustrating as nobody seems to be in a hurrry
and politeness prevails. I confess that I'm glad I'm NOT away!One of the treats
reserved for those in town this month is the opening of the first phase of
our renovations in the "old" Wilton Library building. Visitors will begin to
see the exciting rejuvenation of the 30-year-old facility and its seamless
integration with the two-story addition that made its debut in July. Online,
everyone can follow the progress through photographs,
but I can tell you that my photography skills are not up to the task of doing
justice to the "in-person" experience of a visit. Please stop by - to take
out a book for the beach, check out a movie for a summer evening at home, read
a magazine or newspaper in the cool and comfortable reading room, or simply
to drink in the fabulous surroundings. Our full adult and teen collections
will be available once again for borrowing on Monday, August 8th. Although
renovations and further construction along the northern side of the building
will continue throughout the fall, we'll have much that's new for you to savor!
Please stop in to see us!
Sincerely,
Kathy Leeds, Director
Drop-In
Story Times
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Sharing a story is a wonderful way to engage children in the adventure of reading. We have story times scheduled on Tuesdays, August 2nd and 9th, in our brand new Story Room - a great space in the Children's Library. Join us - no registration or fee is required! Note that our youngest listeners (1s and 2s) must bring along an adult. Passport to Adventure Story Times: |
Reel
Wednesdays for Kids
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Looking for something to do with the kids in the afternoons? We've got some great movies lined up at the Library, thanks to a generous donation from the Louis Dreyfus Corporation! Stop by on Wednesday afternoons from 3:30 - 5 pm for free admission and a great time. Please note that children 5 or under must bring along an adult: August 3rd ~ Lemony Snicket - A Series of Unfortunate
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The
Irish Minstrel, Richard Stillman
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Our Passport to Adventure entertainments will conclude on August 4th at 2 pm with a performance from the famous Irish Minstrel, Richard Stillman. Richard will play pipes to set toes tapping and perhaps inspire a jig. Don't miss his rousing renditions - it's a perfect activity for the whole family - and it's free, thanks to a grant from Stop & Shop. Please register for the program to insure a seat - in person, by phone (762-3950), or online. |
Save
the Date: Sunday, September 25th (6-8 pm)
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Mark your calendars! One of the most popular events of the year is coming next month - the annual Wilton Library ladies' soirée and silent auction. Celebrity bartenders will serve up beverages and you'll enjoy terrific hors d'oeuvres as you shop and catch up with friends. This year's theme is "Just Jewels," and you will find both fine and fun adornments to bid on and buy, so bring your credit cards and checkbooks. Your $25 admission price and all proceeds from the auction will directly benefit the library's technology fund, so come - and invite your friends! Our gorgeous new gallery will be the setting for a fabulous evening... so save the date and time: SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25th, 6-8 PM |
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DVD
Additions in August
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Each month we add to our outstanding collection of DVDs and this month is no exception. Make sure you stop by to see the entire collection, but you can sample what's newly added by visiting our "August "now playing" page. The $1-for-2-nights rental fee is used to keep the collection strong and current - every dollar augments our audiovisual materials budget. When you check movies out, you help us to buy more wonderful films for future viewing and contribute to a community resource! |
Wanted
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Contact Information
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email: library@wiltonlibrary.org
voice: 203-762-3950
web: http://www.wiltonlibrary.org
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