Teen Events - Wilton Library

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The library will be closed on Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day.

The library will be closed on Sundays through the summer.

What's Happening

Events for Teens

From SingulTech, our award-winning robotics team, to college planning resources, to inspiring programs and events, to fun activities designed to build lasting friendships, there is always something exciting happening for teens at our library.

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What's Happening

Events for Teens

From SingulTech, our award-winning robotics team, to college planning resources, to inspiring programs and events, to fun activities designed to build lasting friendships, there is always something exciting happening for teens at our library.

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"What Brings Us Together: Posters About Community, Connection, and Care" Art Exhibition

Mon, Jun 01 - Thu, Jul 09

Wilton Library is pleased to present “What Brings Us Together: Posters About Community, Connection, and Care, ” a vibrant new art exhibition by local artist Erwin Ong. The exhibit grew out of a crosswalk mural Ong designed for Wilton Pride in 2025 in front of the Wilton Family YMCA.

Teen Summer Reading Club

Thu, Jun 18 - Mon, Aug 24

This summer, Unearth a Story at Wilton Library! Join our Teen Summer Reading Club, open to all rising 6th to 12th graders. Sign up on the website wiltonlibrary. beanstack. org or download the Beanstack app and choose Wilton Library (CT) to register. Keep track of the time you spend reading and then log the number of minutes you have read online.

Summer Sunday Closings

Sun, Jun 28

The library will be closed on Sundays through the summer.

Teen Bike Safety Course

Sun, Jun 28, 10:00 - 11:30 AM
Location: Parking Lot

Calling all teens, grades 6-12 for a safety course for bikes! In this 90 minute course, participants will get the opportunity to learn the rules of the road through a conversation followed by an obstacle course. We'll take advantage of the nice weather and learn with Kate Haavik, founder and CEO of Ride On! , a bike safety training company.

Theater Program: Dig It! (Part 1)

Tue, Jun 30, 3:00 - 4:15 PM
Location: Rimer Room

Get moving and get creative! Using theater games, improv, and fun challenges, teens "discover characters and moments to create short scenes. This is a playful, low-pressure space to experiment, collaborate, and have fun. No experience is needed! This is a program for participants in rising grades 6-12. Registration is recommended.

Got Your Goat

Wed, Jul 01, 3:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: Brubeck Room

Kids entering kindergarten and up and their families can drop in between 3:00 and 5:00 to meet friendly goats for hugging and petting courtesy of Got Your Goat Farm. Registration required. Please register all attendees. Walk-ins welcome as space allows.

Theater Program: Found It! (Part 2)

Wed, Jul 01, 6:00 - 7:15 PM
Location: Rimer Room

What you discover changes the story. .. Take it further! Teens work in groups to develop characters, conflicts, and scenes using improv, movement, and ensemble play. Ready to experiment and perform? This is your next step! This is a program for participants in rising grades 6-12. Registration is recommended.

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.

Summer Sunday Closings

Sun, Jul 05

The library will be closed on Sundays through the summer.

Calligraphy that Inspired a Nation for Teens

Tue, Jul 07, 3:30 - 5:30 PM
Location: Rimer Room

Who was the calligrapher for the Declaration of Independence? How did people write during the American Revolution? What tools did they use? What lettering style? Can I write like they did? Explore these questions and more in this hands-on program with professional calligrapher Debby Reelitz.

Dungeons & Dragons: The Warlock's Crypt

Wed, Jul 08, 2:30 - 5:00 PM
Location: Rimer Room

In this short adventure, players will delve into an underground crypt and face the evil that lurks within. Session 1 will be for character creation and explaining rules to new players before we start the adventure. Sessions 2 will be for completing the adventure. Dice, character sheets, and miniatures will be provided by the library.

John Higby the Yo-Yo Guy

Wed, Jul 08, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: Brubeck Room

Kids entering kindergarten and up and their families will thrill to John Higby's unique high-energy comedy yo-yo show. John has performed in 26 countries from New Zealand to Japan, holds the world yo-yo champion title and 4 Guinness World Records.

Teen Mini-Bookshelves

Thu, Jul 09, 3:00 - 4:30 PM
Location: Rimer Room

Who doesn't love mini-crafts? Come to the Library and create your own mini-bookshelf! We'll supply you with decorations, mini-shelves, and tiny books. This program is for participants in rising grades 6-12. Registration is recommended, as space is limited.

Summer Sunday Closings

Sun, Jul 12

The library will be closed on Sundays through the summer.

Teen Bike Safety Course

Sun, Jul 12, 10:00 - 11:30 AM
Location: Parking Lot

Calling all teens, grades 6-12 for a safety course for bikes! In this 90 minute course, participants will get the opportunity to learn the rules of the road through a conversation followed by an obstacle course. We'll take advantage of the nice weather and learn with Kate Haavik, founder and CEO of Ride On! , a bike safety training company.

Wilton Library's Summer Show Art Exhibition

Mon, Jul 13 - Fri, Aug 28

Wilton Library's annual Summer Show art exhibition celebrates artists who live and/or work in Wilton, or have a connection to the town. This is the 80th year that the library will welcome local talent to display their works in this non-juried summer art exhibition.

College Essay Workshop for Rising Seniors

Tue, Jul 14, 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Location: Rimer Room

College admissions consultant Beth Manners is offering a college essay workshop. Beth will introduce the main and supplemental essays and discuss how to write pieces that stand out and tell your story. She'll review ideas, drafts and help brainstorm. Students should bring laptops or notebooks for this working session. For rising seniors only.

Dungeons & Dragons: The Warlock's Crypt

Wed, Jul 15, 2:30 - 5:00 PM
Location: Rimer Room

In this short adventure, players will delve into an underground crypt and face the evil that lurks within. Session 1 will be for character creation and explaining rules to new players before we start the adventure. Sessions 2 will be for completing the adventure. Dice, character sheets, and miniatures will be provided by the library.

Hands On Drumming

Wed, Jul 15, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: Brubeck Room

Kids entering kindergarten and up and their families can join a musical journey, playing traditional songs from around the globe, creating our own rhythms, taking turns leading and experiencing improvisation and creative movement. Native American, African, Caribbean and Latin stories, song and dance are all integrated in a participatory experience.

Bracelets Say it All

Thu, Jul 16, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Rising 4th - 7th graders, come join us to make unique and meaningful bracelets for any occasion. Whether you're going to a concert, going on vacation, or getting together with friends, bracelets say it all! All supplies will be provided. Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows.

Lighthouse: A Program for LGBTQ+ Youth

Fri, Jul 17, 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Location: Teen Area

Lighthouse serves lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer+ (LGBTQ+) teens and their allies with a welcoming, safe space. Lighthouse empowers LGBTQ youth to clarify issues, gain skills and resiliency, and envision and seek healthy, productive, and fulfilling adult lives.

Wilton Library's Summer Show Art Exhibition - Opening Reception

Fri, Jul 17, 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Location: Gallery

Wilton Library's annual Summer Show art exhibition celebrates artists who live and/or work in Wilton, or have a connection to the town. This is the 80th year that the library will welcome local talent to display their works in this non-juried summer art exhibition.

Wilton Library's Summer Sidewalk Book Sale

Sat, Jul 18, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Parking Lot

Wilton Library holds its popular Summer Sidewalk Book Sale on Saturday, July 18, from 10 a. m. to 3 p. m. during the Wilton Street Fair & Sidewalk Sale. The sale offers gently-used books great for beach and summer vacation reading, children’s and teen books, cookbooks, gardening, art and photography, paperbacks, and so much more.

Summer Sunday Closings

Sun, Jul 19

The library will be closed on Sundays through the summer.

Summer Book Sale in the Gallery

Mon, Jul 20 - Fri, Jul 31

Wilton Library's Summer Book Sale continues in the Library's Gallery from Monday, July 20 through Friday, July 31 during library operating hours. The sale offers gently-used books great for beach and summer vacation reading, children’s and teen books, cookbooks, gardening, art and photography, paperbacks, and much more.

Food Explorers Presents: Strawberry Shortcake Parfaits for Teens

Mon, Jul 20, 5:00 - 6:00 PM
Location: Rimer Room

Join Food Explorers for a delicious summer dessert program! You’ll be making Strawberry Shortcake Parfaits filled with layers of homemade vanilla cake, fresh strawberries and from scratch whipped cream! Recipe is nut free but will contain dairy, gluten and eggs. Registration is required as space is limited.

Story Sharing Circle

Tue, Jul 21, 6:30 - 8:00 PM
Location: Presidents' Room

Calling all storytellers and story-listeners! Join us for an informal evening celebrating the oral storytelling tradition. Bring a prepared story to tell or just come to listen. All are welcome, experienced storytellers and newbies alike. Registration recommended.

Shadows Around the World

Wed, Jul 22, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: Brubeck Room

Travel the world with Nappy's Puppets! Explore the thousand-year-old art of shadow puppetry with the hilarious Jim Napolitano as your guide! Registration required. Please register all attendees. Walk-ins welcome as space allows.

Summer Snow Globes for Teens

Thu, Jul 23, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: Presidents' Room

Who says it can't snow in July? Cool off in the A/C and create a summer snow globe. We'll use miniatures and--of course! --lots of glittery snow to craft a summery scene you can shake. Registration is required as space is limited. This program is for teens in rising grades 6-12.

Yoga: Sun Salutations for Everyone!

Sat, Jul 25, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Brubeck Room

Adults, teens, and children ages 5 and up are invited to join Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh for a morning of Sun Salutations. Try out simple yoga postures and easy breathing techniques in ten easy steps. You will energize and stretch your entire body and open yourself up to experiencing a sense of calm and well-being.

Summer Sunday Closings

Sun, Jul 26

The library will be closed on Sundays through the summer.

Zentangle Art Workshop

Tue, Jul 28, 3:00 - 4:30 PM
Location: Brubeck Room

Join Amy, Wilton Library‘s certified Zentangle instructor, as she guides us through a fun and relaxing Zentangle art session. This meditative art form uses simple steps to teach practitioners how to create beautiful patterns. Suitable for anyone who doesn’t believe they can draw, as well as experienced artists. For adults and teens, ages 13 and up.

Marvel Craft & Trivia

Wed, Jul 29, 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Location: Rimer Room

In this program, we will make a wallet out of Marvel comic pages and do a trivia game. In honor of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, the questions will focus on the first three films of that series. Winner will get a comic book of their choice! This program is for Grades 6-12. Registration is required as space is limited.

Macrame for Beginners

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

Rising 4th - 7th graders: want to learn the ancient art of Macramé? Come and create a keychain using the crafting technique that uses knotting instead of weaving or knitting. No experience is necessary. Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows.

After-Hours Scavenger Hunt

Fri, Jul 31, 5:30 - 7:30 PM
Location: Brubeck Room

How well do you know the Wilton Library? Join us for an after-hours scavenger hunt and test your knowledge! We'll meet in the Brubeck Room at 5:30 pm for pizza. When the Library closes at 6, the hunt begins! You'll be given clues that will lead you through the Library. Dessert and prizes will finish out the night.

Summer Sunday Closings

Sun, Aug 02

The library will be closed on Sundays through the summer.

Book Bedazzling

Tue, Aug 04, 3:30 - 5:30 PM
Location: Presidents' Room

Add some sparkle to your shelves with a bedazzled book! Give a favorite title or a new read a sparkling, one-of-a-kind makeover with gemstones. Bring your own book to glam up, or choose from one of our available titles. Registration is required as space is limited. This program is for teens in grades 6-12.

Magic (and the Stinky Gym Socks)

Wed, Aug 05, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: Brubeck Room

Join magician Matt Matthews for a magical adventure that will astound and delight children entering kindergarten and up! You'll be amazed as objects disappear, reappear, and transform before your very eyes.

Perler Bead Picture Frames

Thu, Aug 06, 3:30 - 4:30 PM
Location: Presidents' Room

Display a favorite photo in a DIY picture frame made of Perler beads. Use a pattern or create a unique design. For best results, bring a photo with you--4x4 or smaller. Registration is required as space is limited. This program is for teens in grades 6-12.

Summer Sunday Closings

Sun, Aug 09

The library will be closed on Sundays through the summer.

Strawberry DNA Extraction

Wed, Aug 12, 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Location: Rimer Room

Have you ever wanted to see DNA? Come and join us for this science activity where we will extract DNA from a strawberry! This program is for Grades 6-12. Registration is required as space is limited.

Furry and Scaly Friends

Wed, Aug 12, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: Brubeck Room

Kids entering kindergarten and up will thrill to an hour that's jam-packed with a variety of adorable furry and scaly friends! Registration required. Please register all attendees. Walk-ins welcome as space allows.

Summer Sunday Closings

Sun, Aug 16

The library will be closed on Sundays through the summer.

Lighthouse: A Program for LGBTQ+ Youth

Fri, Aug 21, 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Location: Teen Area

Lighthouse serves lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer+ (LGBTQ+) teens and their allies with a welcoming, safe space. Lighthouse empowers LGBTQ youth to clarify issues, gain skills and resiliency, and envision and seek healthy, productive, and fulfilling adult lives.

Summer Sunday Closings

Sun, Aug 23

The library will be closed on Sundays through the summer.

Summer Sunday Closings

Sun, Aug 30

The library will be closed on Sundays through the summer.

Labor Day

Mon, Sep 07

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

Coexisting with Coyotes (ZOOM)

Tue, Sep 29, 6:30 - 8:00 PM
Location: Virtual

Please join us on Zoom with guest speaker Dana Goin from the Wolf Conservation Center. There are few species in North America as misunderstood and maligned as the coyote. Yet many understand them as a symbol of resilience and a subject of admiration, a North American mascot and vital member of our ecological team.

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.