Children's Events - Wilton Library

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Children's Events

Our Children’s Library maintains a steady stream of storytimes and other learning activities to keep children and parents engaged.

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Always Here for You

Children's Events

Our Children’s Library maintains a steady stream of storytimes and other learning activities to keep children and parents engaged.

Month View Week View

Winter Wonderland: Family Playtime

Fri, Jan 24, 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children ages 2 and up and their caregivers are invited to a Winter Wonderland STEAM experience. This hands-on playtime allows participants to enjoy cold weather activities while staying warm inside! Drop-in anytime between 10:30am and 11:30am. No registration required.

Tales to Tails

Sat, Jan 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.

Pop Stars! Balloon Winter Olympics for Grades 4-7

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

Balloons will be poppin' and the Program Room will be hoppin' for competitors in grades 4-7. You won't believe how many ways there are to have fun with balloons! Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows.

Mother Goose on the Loose

Tue, Jan 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. Feel free to stay after to socialize. No registration required.

Winter Wonder Tales for Tots

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

Children ages 1 to 3 and their caregivers are invited to join us for this winter 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, Jan 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 and we will close out with a calming lullaby. Feel free to stay after to socialize. No Registration required.

Crafternoons

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

Children aged 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.

Winter Wonder Tales for Tots

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

Children ages 1 to 3 and their caregivers are invited to join us for this winter 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.

Team STEAM Presents Engineering Fun

Thu, Jan 30, 4:15 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Kids in grades 1-5 can join Wilton High School students' Team STEAM as they teach young engineers the basics of the engineering design process in a fun, creative, and hands-on manner. Each session will tackle a different engineering-related problem and discuss what it takes to be an engineer. Registration required for each individual session.

Family Playgroup

Fri, Jan 31, 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.

Take Your Child to the Library Scavenger Hunt

Sat, Feb 01 - Sun, Feb 09

So you think you know a lot about Wilton Library? Now's your chance to prove it! Solve riddles to win a prize. Pick up your scavenger hunt at the Children's Desk.

Take Your Child to the Library for Family Playgroup

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

Parents and Caregivers with young children are invited to celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day with a visit the library and 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. We hope you will check out some books, too!

(NOT) Just for Kids: Triple Threat - Be a Broadway Star!

Sat, Feb 01, 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Location: Brubeck Room

Children ages 4 and up and their families are invited to this presentation by members of the cast of Norwalk Symphony Orchestra's Production of Oklahoma! --In Concert! They will share their tips as they present this singing, acting and dancing workshop!

2025 Nutmeg Reading Challenge for Children and Teens

Sun, Feb 02 - Wed, Apr 30

Welcome to Wilton Library's 2025 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 win 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.

Winter Carnival Children's Craft

Sun, Feb 02, 12:00 - 3:00 PM
Location: Children's Library

Celebrate Wilton's Winter Carnival! Children ages 4 and up can stop by the Children's Library to make a googly-eyed penguin and get a sticker or bookmark. No registration necessary--just drop by while supplies last.

"Terrains of the Heart: Exploring Love, Memory, and the Geography of the Heart" Art Exhibition

Mon, Feb 03 - Thu, Mar 06

Artists of AmFab Studios will be showcased in Wilton Library's February art exhibition "Terrains of the Heart: Exploring Love, Memory, and the Geography of the Heart. " AmFab Studios, home to a diverse community of more than 40 area artists and creative businesses, is located in the historic American Fabrics Arts Building in Bridgeport.

Love Rocks for Grades 4-7

Mon, Feb 03, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

4th-7th graders, make that special someone a valentine they'll never forget! Come dressed to paint and decorate our super-smooth rocks any way you want. Love may not always last, but these valentines sure will! Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows.

Mother Goose on the Loose

Tue, Feb 04, 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. Feel free to stay after to socialize. No registration required.

Winter Wonder Tales for Tots

Wed, Feb 05, 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children ages 1 to 3 and their caregivers are invited to join us for this winter 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, Feb 05, 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 and we will close out with a calming lullaby. Feel free to stay after to socialize. No Registration required.

Crafternoons

Wed, Feb 05, 4:30 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children aged 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.

Winter Wonder Tales for Tots

Thu, Feb 06, 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children ages 1 to 3 and their caregivers are invited to join us for this winter 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.

Team STEAM Presents Engineering Fun

Thu, Feb 06, 4:15 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Kids in grades 1-5 can join Wilton High School students' Team STEAM as they teach young engineers the basics of the engineering design process in a fun, creative, and hands-on manner. Each session will tackle a different engineering-related problem and discuss what it takes to be an engineer. Registration required for each individual session.

Family Playgroup

Fri, Feb 07, 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.

Meet Pinkalicious Author Victoria Kann

Sat, Feb 08, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Brubeck Room

Celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day with a visit with Pinkalicious author-illustrator Victoria Kann. She will read one of her books, answer questions, and sign copies of her books. Children can make their own Pinkalicious crowns and more! Wild Child will be on site selling copies of her books to sign. Registration required.

Wilton Candlelight Concerts at Wilton Congregational Church: American Brass Quintet

Sun, Feb 09, 4:00 - 6:15 PM
Location: Offsite

The American Brass Quintet is internationally recognized as one of the premier chamber music ensembles of our time, celebrated for peerless leadership in the brass world.

Squishy Valentines for Grades 4-7

Mon, Feb 10, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

For grades 4-7 only. Craft a cute friend from memory foam. Help yourself to precut shapes or make them from scratch. Wear clothes to paint in. Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows.

Mother Goose on the Loose

Tue, Feb 11, 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. Feel free to stay after to socialize. No registration required.

Winter Wonder Tales for Tots

Wed, Feb 12, 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children ages 1 to 3 and their caregivers are invited to join us for this winter 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, Feb 12, 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 and we will close out with a calming lullaby. Feel free to stay after to socialize. No Registration required.

Board Games for Grades 4-7

Wed, Feb 12, 1:30 - 3:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

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

Crafternoons

Wed, Feb 12, 4:30 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children aged 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.

Winter Wonder Tales for Tots

Thu, Feb 13, 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children ages 1 to 3 and their caregivers are invited to join us for this winter 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.

Team STEAM Presents Engineering Fun

Thu, Feb 13, 4:15 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Kids in grades 1-5 can join Wilton High School students' Team STEAM as they teach young engineers the basics of the engineering design process in a fun, creative, and hands-on manner. Each session will tackle a different engineering-related problem and discuss what it takes to be an engineer. Registration required for each individual session.

Family Playgroup

Fri, Feb 14, 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.

Saturday Storytime

Sat, Feb 15, 10:30 - 11:00 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children ages 2 and up and their families are invited to join us for family storytime. Participants will hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, do movement activities, and use scarves or instruments, while building literacy skills. Feel free to stay afterwards to socialize and play with bubbles! No registration required.

Presidents' Day

Mon, Feb 17

Lego Build Challenge for Grades K-2

Tue, Feb 18, 10:30 - 11:15 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

For grades K-2 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.

Lego Build Challenge for Grades 3-6

Tue, Feb 18, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

For grades 3-6 only. Are you ready, Master Builders? Compete in lightning speed rounds to crown the best of the best. Bring your imagination and be ready for anything! Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows.

One Night Ultimate Werewolf

Tue, Feb 18, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

A party game for grades 4-7 only. Can you unmask the werewolf lurking among you? In this fast-paced tabletop game, each player is dealt a secret role with special abilities. Deduction and deception are the keys to victory! Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows.

Firefighter Storytime

Wed, Feb 19, 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children ages 2 and up are invited to join Wilton Firefighters for an interactive, in-person storytime. Firefighters will read stories and children will have the opportunity to ask questions. We will also see the fire truck! Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows.

Telestrations for Grades 4-7

Wed, Feb 19, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

4th-7th graders can enjoy this ridiculously fun party game that takes the traditional game of Telephone and gives it a visual twist. Draw a picture that describes your secret word then pass it on. As the sketch pad makes its way around the table, the outcomes get wilder! Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows.

Family Playgroup

Thu, Feb 20, 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.

Wilton Library Medieval Camp

Fri, Feb 21, 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Location: Brubeck Room

Kids in grades 3-6 can spend the day experiencing the wonders of the Medieval Times. There will be medieval classes, mysterious monsters, and fascinating fun of all kinds. Registration required. Space is limited. Participants must bring their own lunches.

Perler Beads for Grades 4-7

Mon, Feb 24, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Creative 4th-7th graders can express themselves with Perler beads! Assemble a pattern on a pegboard then melt with an iron. Make a coaster, a keychain, or whatever your imagination conjures! Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows.

Mother Goose on the Loose

Tue, Feb 25, 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. Feel free to stay after to socialize. No registration required.

Winter Wonder Tales for Tots

Wed, Feb 26, 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children ages 1 to 3 and their caregivers are invited to join us for this winter 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, Feb 26, 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 and we will close out with a calming lullaby. Feel free to stay after to socialize. No Registration required.

Crafternoons

Wed, Feb 26, 4:30 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children aged 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.

Late Open

Thu, Feb 27, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Team STEAM Presents Engineering Fun

Thu, Feb 27, 4:15 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Kids in grades 1-5 can join Wilton High School students' Team STEAM as they teach young engineers the basics of the engineering design process in a fun, creative, and hands-on manner. Each session will tackle a different engineering-related problem and discuss what it takes to be an engineer. Registration required for each individual session.

Family Playgroup

Fri, Feb 28, 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.

Wilton Candlelight Concerts at Wilton Congregational Church: Catalyst String Quartet

Sun, Mar 16, 4:00 - 6:15 PM
Location: Offsite

The Catalyst Quartet, hailed by the New York Times at its Carnegie Hall debut as “invariably energetic and finely burnished … playing with earthy vigor, ” will present a program of works by D’Rivera, Piazzolla, Gershwin, and Perkinson.

Spring Benefit

Fri, Apr 04

Spring Gala

Fri, Apr 04

Easter

Sun, Apr 20

Memorial Day

Mon, May 26

Juneteenth

Thu, Jun 19

Independence Day

Fri, Jul 04

Labor Day

Mon, Sep 01

Indigenous Peoples' Day

Mon, Oct 13

Veteran's Day

Tue, Nov 11

Thanksgiving

Thu, Nov 27

Christmas

Wed, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 25

New Year's

Wed, Dec 31 - Thu, Jan 01