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.

"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.

Dungeons & Dragons

Wed, Feb 19, 3:30 - 5:30 PM
Location: Presidents' Room

Join us as we run Love's Fickle Arrow, a D&D mini-adventure in which the players must thwart the plot of a jealous ex! Dice and miniatures will be provided. In the first session, we will explain the rules to new players (those who need to learn must attend) and choose premade 3rd-level characters.

Living with Wildlife in CT (Zoom)

Wed, Feb 19, 6:30 - 8:00 PM
Location: Virtual

Please join us on Zoom for Paul Colburn's talk on Connecticut's wildlife. Connecticut's citizens are blessed with a rich diversity of wildlife in the state. The "Living with Connecticut's Wildlife" presentation focuses on how to live with and enjoy our wild neighbors.

The Brian Torff Group: A Tribute to Black Music

Sun, Feb 23, 3:00 - 4:30 PM
Location: Brubeck Room

Please join us for a live musical celebration of Black History Month with The Brian Torff Group, a collective dedicated to revitalizing the essence of American music. In a program that blends original songs with classic Delta Blues, it will highlight the profound impact of Black music on American culture.

Zooming Zentangle Workshop (Zoom)

Mon, Feb 24, 3:30 - 5:00 PM
Location: Virtual

Join Amy, 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.

Women's Self-Defense Class

Mon, Feb 24, 6:30 - 8:00 PM
Location: Brubeck Room

Please note: this class is only for adults and teens 16 and older. Please join us for an active, fun and informative class on Women's Self-Defense. This class includes an introduction by one of Wilton's female detectives, Lt. Anna Tornello, followed by instruction on self-defense techniques from SDSS Martial Arts Wilton instructors.

Dungeons & Dragons

Wed, Feb 26, 3:30 - 5:30 PM
Location: Presidents' Room

Join us as we run Love's Fickle Arrow, a D&D mini-adventure in which the players must thwart the plot of a jealous ex! Dice and miniatures will be provided. In the first session, we will explain the rules to new players (those who need to learn must attend) and choose premade 3rd-level characters.

The College Applications Process Timeline (Zoom)

Wed, Feb 26, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Location: Virtual

Let's face it, the college application process can sound complicated even on a good day! In this program, Priyanka Shingala of Let's Talk College, LLC will provide an updated overview of the process, and cover the exact steps you should take to stay on track, and even get ahead.

Late Open

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


Lighthouse: A Program for LGBTQ Youth

Fri, Feb 28, 3:30 - 5:00 PM
Location: Presidents' Room

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.

Ask Me Anything Teen Edition: A Wilton Community Forum

Wed, Mar 05, 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Location: Brubeck Room

Join Wilton Pride & Wilton Library for the third annual Ask Me Anything: Teen Edition. From gaining a deeper understanding of affirming environments to discovering the essential needs of queer teens, this conversation is crucial for anyone seeking to support and uplift LGBTQ+ youth.

Finding Scholarships for College (Zoom)

Mon, Mar 10, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Location: Virtual

Paying for college is a common concern amongst families. It seems that the price tag just keeps getting higher and higher each year, and most families want to limit, if not completely avoid, student debt. So, join us as we address: The sources of financial aid & scholarships: The Federal Gov't vs. University vs.

Lighthouse: A Program for LGBTQ Youth

Fri, Mar 14, 3:30 - 5:00 PM
Location: Presidents' Room

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.

Backyard Composting 101

Sat, Mar 15, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Brubeck Room

Please join us and Wilton Go Green to hear from Certified Master Composter and HRRA Executive Director, Jen Heaton-Jones, who will cover the basics of backyard composting such as: What type of bin is best for you Where to locate your bin What to put into your bin (and what to avoid!

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.

Morse Code Jewelry

Wed, Mar 19, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: Presidents' Room

In this program, we will make bracelets that contain a secret message. Write names or phrases using beads and Morse code. Materials will be provided by the library. This program is for rising grades 6-12. Registration is required as space is limited.

FOCUS '25 Photography Exhibition & Reception

Fri, Mar 21, 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Location: Gallery

The return of the Wilton Art Council’s annual photography exhibit for photographers in three divisions: Adult, High School, and Youth (through 8th grade). The judged exhibition features the works of amateur and professional photographers in a range of styles and subject matter.

The First Ladies Coalition: Written & Performed by Ginger Grace

Sun, Mar 23, 3:00 - 4:30 PM
Location: Brubeck Room

In celebration of Women's History Month, we are excited to present Ginger Grace in The First Ladies Coalition, written by Ms. Grace and directed by the esteemed Austin Pendleton. Many of you may have seen Ginger's portrayal of the poet Emily Dickinson, when she visited Wilton Library last year.

Zooming Zentangle Workshop

Mon, Mar 24, 3:30 - 5:00 PM
Location: Virtual

Join Amy, 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.

Hold for Lighthouse

Fri, Mar 28, 3:30 - 5:00 PM
Location: Presidents' Room

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.

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