2026 Nutmeg Reading Challenge for Children and Teens

Sun, Feb 01 - Thu, Apr 30

Welcome to Wilton Library's 2026 Nutmeg Reading Challenge. Calling all kids and teens in grades 1-12! Read this year's Nutmeg Nominees for your grades, keep track, and vote to earn prizes! Choose the challenge that suits you best, or even do two! Go to Beanstack to register for the program(s) and track your reading.

"Paint it Up!" and "Chinese Calligraphy by Christine Yuan" Art Exhibitions

Mon, Mar 30 - Mon, May 04

Wilton Library will feature two art exhibitions for the month of April. The "Paint it Up! " art exhibit will proudly feature local artists who participate in our Paint It Up! adult library program. The paintings will be on display in the library's Gallery.

Mother Goose on the Loose

Tue, Apr 21, 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children ages 6 months to 2 years old will enjoy this fun storytime with music, puppets, picture books, and nursery rhymes. No registration required.

Mother Goose on the Loose

Tue, Apr 21, 11:15 - 11:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children ages 6 months to 2 years old will enjoy this fun storytime with music, puppets, picture books, and nursery rhymes. Feel free to stay after to socialize. No registration required.

Terrific Tales for Tots

Wed, Apr 22, 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Active children ages 1 and up and their caregivers are invited to join us for this family storytime! Participants will hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, do movement activities, and use scarves or instruments, while building literacy and social skills. No registration required.

Bouncing Babies

Wed, Apr 22, 11:15 - 11:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Join us for this interactive program especially for pre-walking babies from birth on up. We will share stories, songs, and rhymes. Scarves and movement activities will be included, as well as some basic ASL and we will close out with a calming lullaby. Feel free to stay after to socialize. No Registration required.

STEM Explorers : Hands-On Science at the Library

Wed, Apr 22, 4:30 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children ages 4 through 8 are invited to join us to dive into science, technology, and engineering, with hands-on activities! Experience a different fun-filled STEM adventure designed especially for curious kids each time. No experience necessary—just bring your curiosity and a big smile! Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows.

Terrific Tales for Tots

Thu, Apr 23, 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Active children ages 1 and up and their caregivers are invited to join us for this family storytime! Participants will hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, do movement activities, and use scarves or instruments, while building literacy and social skills. No registration required.

Snap Circuits for Grades K-2

Thu, Apr 23, 4:30 - 5:15 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Kids in grades K-2 can put together creations that will whistle, flash and fly. Learning principles of electronics and engineering is a snap! Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows.

Spring Book Sale

Fri, Apr 24, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Gallery

Friday, April 24: Early Buying 8-10 a. m. ($25 admission), 10 - 5 Free Admission Saturday, April 25: 10 - 5 Sunday, April 26: 1 - 5 - Half-Price Day Monday, April 27: 10 - 5 - $5 Bag Day (bags supplied by the library) Thousands of items sorted in 50 categories. Everyone is covered in this fundraiser - from tots to teens to adults.

Books and a Blanket: A Children's Reading Series

Fri, Apr 24, 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Location: Offsite

The Wilton Land Conservation Trust, Wilton Library, and Wilton Go Green have come together to offer a unique and immersive book reading experience for toddlers and preschoolers. Together, we've created an opportunity for families to venture outside, explore nature, listen to stories, and make an upcycled craft.

Spring Book Sale

Sat, Apr 25, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Gallery

Saturday, April 25: 10 - 5 Sunday, April 26: 1 - 5 - Half-Price Day Monday, April 27: 10 - 5 - $5 Bag Day (bags supplied by the library) Thousands of items sorted in 50 categories. Everyone is covered in this fundraiser - from tots to teens to adults.

Tales to Tails

Sat, Apr 25, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children who can read independently are invited to read to a ROAR (Ridgefield Operation Animal Rescue) Therapy Dog. The use of trained therapy dogs in reading programs can result in children who feel comfortable reading out loud, read more often, attempt more difficult books, and actually look forward to reading.

Spring Book Sale

Sun, Apr 26, 1:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: Gallery

Sunday, April 26: 1 - 5 - Half-Price Day Monday, April 27: 10 - 5 - $5 Bag Day (bags supplied by the library) Thousands of items sorted in 50 categories. Everyone is covered in this fundraiser - from tots to teens to adults. Featuring a large assortment of items including bestsellers, fiction and nonfiction, audio/visual, and much more.

Spring Book Sale

Mon, Apr 27, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Gallery

Monday, April 27: 10 - 5 - $5 Bag Day (bags supplied by the library) Thousands of items sorted in 50 categories. Everyone is covered in this fundraiser - from tots to teens to adults. Featuring a large assortment of items including bestsellers, fiction and nonfiction, audio/visual, and much more.

Survive a Yarn Laser Maze for Grades 4-7

Mon, Apr 27, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Rising 4th-7th graders, dare you try to find a way through our maze of lethal laser beams? Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows.

Mother Goose on the Loose

Tue, Apr 28, 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children ages 6 months to 2 years old will enjoy this fun storytime with music, puppets, picture books, and nursery rhymes. No registration required.

Mother Goose on the Loose

Tue, Apr 28, 11:15 - 11:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children ages 6 months to 2 years old will enjoy this fun storytime with music, puppets, picture books, and nursery rhymes. Feel free to stay after to socialize. No registration required.

Terrific Tales for Tots

Wed, Apr 29, 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Active children ages 1 and up and their caregivers are invited to join us for this family storytime! Participants will hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, do movement activities, and use scarves or instruments, while building literacy and social skills. No registration required.

Bouncing Babies

Wed, Apr 29, 11:15 - 11:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Join us for this interactive program especially for pre-walking babies from birth on up. We will share stories, songs, and rhymes. Scarves and movement activities will be included, as well as some basic ASL and we will close out with a calming lullaby. Feel free to stay after to socialize. No Registration required.

Crafternoons

Wed, Apr 29, 4:30 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children ages 4 through 8 are invited to join us for an afternoon of crafting fun. Discover a different hands-on learning experience every time! Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows. Caregivers must remain on library premises.

Terrific Tales for Tots

Thu, Apr 30, 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Active children ages 1 and up and their caregivers are invited to join us for this family storytime! Participants will hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, do movement activities, and use scarves or instruments, while building literacy and social skills. No registration required.

Lego Build Challenge for Grades K-3

Thu, Apr 30, 4:30 - 5:15 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

For kids in grades K-3 only. Let's get ready to build! We'll reveal mystery challenges, then you construct them. Bring your imagination and be ready for anything! Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows.

Family Playgroup

Fri, May 01, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Parents and Caregivers with young children are invited to visit the library for an opportunity to spend some time in our Story Room to socialize and play. Meet new friends and neighbors and let your children play with some early learning toys. No registration required.

Family Playgroup

Sat, May 02, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Parents and Caregivers with young children are invited to visit the library for an opportunity to spend some time in our Story Room to socialize and play. Meet new friends and neighbors and let your children play with some early learning toys. No registration required.

Community Cultural Celebration

Sat, May 02, 12:00 - 3:00 PM
Location: Offsite

Please join us for Wilton's 2nd Annual Community Cultural Celebration on Saturday, May 2 at Riverbrook Regional YMCA. This is an opportunity to unite the Wilton community, showcasing the diverse cultures that make up our town through dance, music, dress, holidays, and food from around the world.

(NOT) Just for Kids: A Woodwind State of Mind

Sat, May 02, 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Location: Brubeck Room

Children ages 4 and up and their families are invited to this presentation by Norwalk Symphony Orchestra's Woodwind Quintet (Flute, Clarinet, Oboe, Bassoon and Horn). Woodwind instruments come in all shapes and sizes and their diversity is what makes them sound so great together, but wait, why is there a horn in the woodwind quintet?

Emoji Explosion for Grades 4-7

Mon, May 04, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

For grades 4-7 only. Let the universe know how you feel. Dress to paint! Art, like emotion, can be messy. Registration required. Walk-ins welcome if space allows.

Mother Goose on the Loose

Tue, May 05, 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children ages 6 months to 2 years old will enjoy this fun storytime with music, puppets, picture books, and nursery rhymes. No registration required.

Mother Goose on the Loose

Tue, May 05, 11:15 - 11:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children ages 6 months to 2 years old will enjoy this fun storytime with music, puppets, picture books, and nursery rhymes. Feel free to stay after to socialize. No registration required.

Terrific Tales for Tots

Wed, May 06, 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Active children ages 1 and up and their caregivers are invited to join us for this family storytime! Participants will hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, do movement activities, and use scarves or instruments, while building literacy and social skills. No registration required.

Bouncing Babies

Wed, May 06, 11:15 - 11:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Join us for this interactive program especially for pre-walking babies from birth on up. We will share stories, songs, and rhymes. Scarves and movement activities will be included, as well as some basic ASL and we will close out with a calming lullaby. Feel free to stay after to socialize. No Registration required.

All Fun and Games for Grades 4-7

Wed, May 06, 1:00 - 2:30 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Let the games begin! 4th-7th graders can vote for which game to play. We will have board games and group activities galore. .. including some you haven't seen before! Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows.

Early Closing for Emma Straub Author Talk

Wed, May 06, 3:00 - 8:00 PM


Terrific Tales for Tots

Thu, May 07, 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Active children ages 1 and up and their caregivers are invited to join us for this family storytime! Participants will hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, do movement activities, and use scarves or instruments, while building literacy and social skills. No registration required.

Family Playgroup

Fri, May 08, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Parents and Caregivers with young children are invited to visit the library for an opportunity to spend some time in our Story Room to socialize and play. Meet new friends and neighbors and let your children play with some early learning toys. No registration required.

FAPA Wilton Public Schools Art Exhibit & Opening Reception

Fri, May 08, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Location: Brubeck Room

The Fine and Performing Arts Department of Wilton Public Schools presents the FAPA Student Library show, displaying artwork from students in grades K-12 throughout the library. The show's Opening Reception is on Friday, May 8 from 6 to 8 p. m. featuring live student musical performances and art demonstrations. Exhibit runs through May 26.

ASML Author Series: LeUyen Pham

Sat, May 09, 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: Brubeck Room

Book fans ages 4 to adult are invited to join us to learn about the life and adventures of children’s book artist LeUyen Pham, creator of over 140 books for children.

Potato Chip Taste Test for Grades 4-7

Mon, May 11, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Hungry 4th-7th graders can put their taste buds to the test in a potato chip blind taste test. We will then rank the flavors! Registration required. Walk-ins welcome if space allows.

Mother Goose on the Loose

Tue, May 12, 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children ages 6 months to 2 years old will enjoy this fun storytime with music, puppets, picture books, and nursery rhymes. No registration required.

Mother Goose on the Loose

Tue, May 12, 11:15 - 11:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children ages 6 months to 2 years old will enjoy this fun storytime with music, puppets, picture books, and nursery rhymes. Feel free to stay after to socialize. No registration required.

STEM Explorers : Hands-On Science at the Library

Tue, May 12, 4:30 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children ages 4 through 8 are invited to join us to dive into science, technology, and engineering, with hands-on activities! Experience a different fun-filled STEM adventure designed especially for curious kids each time. No experience necessary—just bring your curiosity and a big smile! Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows.

Terrific Tales for Tots

Wed, May 13, 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Active children ages 1 and up and their caregivers are invited to join us for this family storytime! Participants will hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, do movement activities, and use scarves or instruments, while building literacy and social skills. No registration required.

Bouncing Babies

Wed, May 13, 11:15 - 11:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Join us for this interactive program especially for pre-walking babies from birth on up. We will share stories, songs, and rhymes. Scarves and movement activities will be included, as well as some basic ASL and we will close out with a calming lullaby. Feel free to stay after to socialize. No Registration required.

Crafternoons

Wed, May 13, 4:30 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children ages 4 through 8 are invited to join us for an afternoon of crafting fun. Discover a different hands-on learning experience every time! Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows. Caregivers must remain on library premises.

Terrific Tales for Tots

Thu, May 14, 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Active children ages 1 and up and their caregivers are invited to join us for this family storytime! Participants will hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, do movement activities, and use scarves or instruments, while building literacy and social skills. No registration required.

Mental Health Action Day: Public Statement

Thu, May 14, 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Location: Parking Lot

Town leaders and community members come together to show their support as allies to those struggling with their mental health.

Snap Circuits for Grades K-2

Thu, May 14, 4:30 - 5:15 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Kids in grades K-2 can put together creations that will whistle, flash and fly. Learning principles of electronics and engineering is a snap! Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows.

Goldbas Music Storytime

Fri, May 15, 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Location: Brubeck Room

Babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their families, are invited to join husband and wife team Jake and Kate Goldbas as they bring children's literature to life through song, imaginative play, and movement in their interactive storytime meets sing-a-long! Please note that this program will now be held at 10:30 a. m. No registration required.

Books and a Blanket: A Children's Reading Series

Sun, May 17, 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Location: Offsite

The Wilton Land Conservation Trust, Wilton Library, and Wilton Go Green have come together to offer a unique and immersive book reading experience for toddlers and preschoolers. Together, we've created an opportunity for families to venture outside, explore nature, listen to stories, and make an upcycled craft.

Hair Scrunchies for Grades 4-7

Mon, May 18, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

4th-7th graders can make their very own elastic hair scrunchies! Registration required. Walk-ins welcome if space allows.

Mother Goose on the Loose

Tue, May 19, 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children ages 6 months to 2 years old will enjoy this fun storytime with music, puppets, picture books, and nursery rhymes. No registration required.

Mother Goose on the Loose

Tue, May 19, 11:15 - 11:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children ages 6 months to 2 years old will enjoy this fun storytime with music, puppets, picture books, and nursery rhymes. Feel free to stay after to socialize. No registration required.

Kindness Craft and Stories with Wilton Chabad

Tue, May 19, 4:30 - 5:30 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children ages 3 through 8 are invited to join Wilton Chabad and Library staff to create a charity box and hear some Jewish stories about kindness and helping others. Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows. Caregivers must remain on library premises.

Terrific Tales for Tots

Wed, May 20, 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Active children ages 1 and up and their caregivers are invited to join us for this family storytime! Participants will hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, do movement activities, and use scarves or instruments, while building literacy and social skills. No registration required.

Bouncing Babies

Wed, May 20, 11:15 - 11:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Join us for this interactive program especially for pre-walking babies from birth on up. We will share stories, songs, and rhymes. Scarves and movement activities will be included, as well as some basic ASL and we will close out with a calming lullaby. Feel free to stay after to socialize. No Registration required.

STEM Explorers : Hands-On Science at the Library

Wed, May 20, 4:30 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children ages 4 through 8 are invited to join us to dive into science, technology, and engineering, with hands-on activities! Experience a different fun-filled STEM adventure designed especially for curious kids each time. No experience necessary—just bring your curiosity and a big smile! Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows.

Terrific Tales for Tots

Thu, May 21, 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Active children ages 1 and up and their caregivers are invited to join us for this family storytime! Participants will hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, do movement activities, and use scarves or instruments, while building literacy and social skills. No registration required.

Lego Build Challenge for Grades K-4

Thu, May 21, 4:30 - 5:15 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

For kids in grades K-3 only. Let's get ready to build! We'll reveal mystery challenges, then you construct them. Bring your imagination and be ready for anything! Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows.

Family Playgroup

Fri, May 22, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Parents and Caregivers with young children are invited to visit the library for an opportunity to spend some time in our Story Room to socialize and play. Meet new friends and neighbors and let your children play with some early learning toys. No registration required.

Family Playgroup

Sat, May 23, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Parents and Caregivers with young children are invited to visit the library for an opportunity to spend some time in our Story Room to socialize and play. Meet new friends and neighbors and let your children play with some early learning toys. No registration required.

Memorial Day

Mon, May 25

The library will be closed on Monday, May 25th in recognition of Memorial Day.

Start of Summer Storytime

Tue, May 26, 10:15 - 11:00 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Active babies, toddlers and preschoolers and their families are invited to join us to celebrate the start of summer with a fun morning storytime. We will share stories, sing songs, and learn rhymes. Movement activities and some basic ASL will be included as well. Feel free to stay after to socialize. No registration required.

Bouncing Babies

Wed, May 27, 11:15 - 11:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Join us for this interactive program especially for pre-walking babies from birth on up. We will share stories, songs, and rhymes. Scarves and movement activities will be included, as well as some basic ASL and we will close out with a calming lullaby. Feel free to stay after to socialize. No Registration required.

Crafternoons

Wed, May 27, 4:30 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children ages 4 through 8 are invited to join us for an afternoon of crafting fun. Discover a different hands-on learning experience every time! Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows. Caregivers must remain on library premises.

Family Playgroup

Fri, May 29, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Parents and Caregivers with young children are invited to visit the library for an opportunity to spend some time in our Story Room to socialize and play. Meet new friends and neighbors and let your children play with some early learning toys. No registration required.

Tales to Tails

Sat, May 30, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children who can read independently are invited to read to a ROAR (Ridgefield Operation Animal Rescue) Therapy Dog. The use of trained therapy dogs in reading programs can result in children who feel comfortable reading out loud, read more often, attempt more difficult books, and actually look forward to reading.

4th Annual Wilton Pride Festival

Sun, May 31, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Offsite

Join us on the Town Green for the 4th Annual Wilton Pride Festival on Sunday, May 31, from 11 a. m. to 4 p. m. This year’s festival will feature music, live mural painting, performing arts, an artisan market, exhibits, vendors, food, drinks, and much more! All ages are welcome. Sponsored by Wilton Library and Wilton Pride. Rain Date Sunday, June 7.

Ice Cream Social 2026

Sat, Jun 06, 12:30 - 2:30 PM
Location: Parking Lot

Wilton Library is hosting a good old-fashioned Ice Cream Social on Saturday, June 6, from 12:30 to 2:30 p. m. in the library parking lot. All members of the Wilton community are invited to attend this special event! College Creamery will once again be handing out free, individually-wrapped ice cream, while supplies last.

Juneteenth

Fri, Jun 19

The library will be closed on Friday, June 19th in recognition of Juneteenth.

Goldbas Music Storytime

Fri, Jun 26, 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Location: Brubeck Room

Babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their families, are invited to join husband and wife team Jake and Kate Goldbas as they bring children's literature to life through song, imaginative play, and movement in their interactive storytime meets sing-a-long! Please note that this program will now be held at 10:30 a. m. No registration required.

Independence Day observed

Fri, Jul 03

The library will be closed on Friday, July 3d in recognition of Independence Day.

Independence Day

Sat, Jul 04

The library will be closed on Saturday, July 4th in recognition of Independence Day.

Labor Day

Mon, Sep 07

The library will be closed on Monday, September 7th in recognition of Labor Day.

Indigenous Peoples' Day/Columbus Day

Mon, Oct 12

The library will be closed on Monday, October 12th in recognition of Indigenous Peoples' Day.

Veteran's Day

Wed, Nov 11

The library will be closed on Monday, November 11 in recognition of Veteran's Day.

Thanksgiving

Thu, Nov 26

The library will be closed on Thursday, November 26 in recognition of Thanksgiving.

Christmas Eve

Thu, Dec 24

The library will be closed on Thursday, December 24th in recognition of Christmas Eve.

Christmas Day

Fri, Dec 25

The library will be closed on Friday, December 25th in recognition of Christmas.

New Years Eve

Thu, Dec 31

The library will be closed on Thursday, December 31st recognition of New Year's Eve.

MLK, Jr. Day

Mon, Jan 18

The library will be closed on Monday, January 18th in recognition of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Presidents' Day

Mon, Feb 15

The library will be closed on Monday, February 15th in recognition of Presidents' Day.

Easter

Sun, Mar 28

The library will be closed on Sunday, March 28th in recognition of Easter.

Memorial Day

Mon, May 31

The library will be closed on Monday, May 31st in recognition of Memorial Day.

Juneteenth Observed

Fri, Jun 18

The library will be closed on Friday, June 18th in recognition of Juneteenth.

Juneteenth

Sat, Jun 19

The library will be closed on Saturday, June 19th in recognition of Juneteenth.

Independence Day

Sun, Jul 04

The library will be closed on Sunday, July 4th in recognition of Independence Day.

Independence Day observed

Mon, Jul 05

The library will be closed on Monday, July 5th in recognition of Independence Day.

Labor Day

Mon, Sep 06

The library will be closed on Monday, September 6th in recognition of Labor Day.

Indigenous Peoples' Day

Mon, Oct 11

The library will be closed on Monday, October 11th in recognition of Indigenous Peoples' Day.

Veteran's Day

Thu, Nov 11

The library will be closed on Monday, November 11 in recognition of Veteran's Day.

Thanksgiving

Thu, Nov 25

The library will be closed on Thursday, November 25th in recognition of Thanksgiving.

Christmas Eve

Fri, Dec 24

The library will be closed on Friday, December 24th in recognition of Christmas Eve.

Christmas Day

Sat, Dec 25

The library will be closed on Saturday, December 25th in recognition of Christmas.

New Years Eve

Fri, Dec 31

The library will be closed on Friday, December 31st recognition of New Year's Eve.

New Years Day

Sat, Jan 01

The library will be closed on Saturday, January 1st in recognition of New Year's Day.