Wilton Library will be closed on Monday, October 14 in observance of Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day.

Author Talk with Jennifer Crystal: One Tick Stopped the Clock: A Memoir

Thu, Oct 10, 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Location: Brubeck Room

Please join us for an Author Talk with former Wilton resident Jennifer Crystal about her new memoir One Tick Stopped the Clock, a narrative of resilience and perseverance that gives personal voice to the collective journey that millions of chronic illness patients experience, on Thursday, October 10, at 7 p. m.

Indigenous Peoples' Day

Mon, Oct 14

Wilton Library will be closed on Monday, October 14 in observance of Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day.

Navigating Your College Application (Zoom)

Wed, Oct 16, 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Location: Virtual

The new applications cycle is underway and deadlines are coming up. With universities receiving thousands of applications each year, the question most families have is "How do I make my application stand out amongst the others?

The Career and Films of Tom Hanks

Thu, Oct 17, 6:30 - 8:00 PM
Location: Brubeck Room

Tom Hanks is a highly acclaimed and versatile actor who has made a significant impact on the film industry. With his impressive body of work spanning comedy, drama, and directing, he has established himself as one of the most respected and beloved actors of his generation.

Wilton Candlelight Music at Wilton Congregational Church: The Sylvan Trio

Sun, Oct 20, 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Location: Offsite

To celebrate the opening of the 2024/2025 season, Wilton Candlelight Music presents a concert on Sunday, October 20, 2024 featuring the Sylvan Trio. The Sylvan Trio will present works by Bach, Beach, Martinu, Clara Schumann and others. Composer Rick Sowash describes the Trio's playing as "beautiful, warm, sprightly and supremely confident.

Halloween Games & Improv for Teens

Tue, Oct 22, 5:30 - 7:00 PM
Location: Presidents' Room

In a playful yet haunting environment, players will create creepy and spooky improvisations. Participants will learn how to instantly create a character and eerie scene with conflict and a mysterious resolution. Everyone will have an awesome time while creating frightful and bizarre situations.

A Community Conversation about Gambling

Wed, Oct 23, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Location: Rimer Room

Please join us for a community conversation to learn more about the impact of problem gambling and how to help a loved one, family member, friend, or client.

Halloween Pumpkin Parade

Sat, Oct 26, 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Location: Front Entrance

Wilton Library staff will welcome trick-or-treaters and their families during this year's Pumpkin Parade in Wilton Center. Outside our front entrance, we will be handing out sweet treats, while supplies last. Kids can stop by the Children's Library to check out our Halloween book display!

(NOT) Just for Kids: Percussion: A Global Instrument Family

Sat, Oct 26, 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 percussion musicians. Have you heard of the Djembe, the Guiro, or the Claves? Learn all about these and more as our musicians take you on an exploration of percussion instruments from around the world.

Spooky Stories for Halloween

Tue, Oct 29, 6:30 - 7:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Kids in grades 2 and up can join us to get ready for Halloween with some spooky, scary stories. You will hear stories that will have you on the edge of your seat. Prepare to be scared! Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows.

Awesome Autumn Book Sale

Fri, Nov 01 - Mon, Nov 04
Location: Gallery

All new inventory! More than 70, 000 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.

Make Your Own Grimmerie-Style Book

Wed, Nov 13, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: Presidents' Room

Celebrate the premiere of the Wicked movie this month by crafting your own Grimmerie-style book. Using tissue paper, paint, and decorations, you will create a magical-looking cover. The books will be blank journals, so you can use it for whatever you want afterwards! This program is for rising grades 6-12. Registration is required as space is limited.

Zooming Zentangle Workshop

Mon, Nov 18, 3:30 - 5:00 PM
Location: Virtual

Join Wilton Library's certified Zentangle teacher (CZT), as she guides us through a fun and relaxing Zentangle session on zoom. This meditative art form uses simple steps to teach practitioners how to create beautiful patterns. Whether you are a doodler, an experienced artist, or a beginner looking to learn something new, this program is for you!

Thanksgiving

Thu, Nov 28

The library will be closed on Thursday, November 28 for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Christmas

Tue, Dec 24 - Wed, Dec 25

The library will be closed Tuesday, December 24 - Wednesday, December 25 for the Christmas holiday.

New Year

Tue, Dec 31 - Wed, Jan 01

The library will be closed Tuesday, December 31 - Wednesday, January 1 for the New Year holiday.

Spring Benefit

Fri, Apr 04