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From: Kathy Leeds [[email protected]] Sent: Tuesday, September 29, 2009 11:01 AM To: [email protected] Subject: October 2009 librarEmail You're receiving this email because of your relationship with Wilton Library. Please confirm your continued interest in receiving email from us. You may unsubscribe if you no longer wish to receive our emails.
librarEmailOctober 2009
In This Issue
Computer Classes
Ladies' Night Out
State Budget Update
Children's Activities
Artists & Exhibitions
CT Composers, Inc.
Volunteers Needed!
Wilton Issues
Joe Pantoliano
Botanical Art Trip & Talk
Special Thanks
Candlelight Concerts
Origami for All Ages
Playshop Preview
Book Discussions
Dr. Joanna Ecke
AARP Driver Safety
Dear Readers, One of the roles Wilton Library plays is to help honor and memorialize loved and respected members of our community. We put donated funds to use in ways decided upon after consultation with family members or friends of those remembered, thoughfully purchasing materials for the Library's collection, designing special programs, and sometimes acquiring inspiring works of art. This month we will install a large aquarium in the Children's Library that will be dedicated to the memory of a wonderful young man, T.J. Pramer. His family has agreed that we will provide this fascinating resource to enthrall and delight children of all ages for years to come, using the significant amount given in T.J.'s name for its purchase, installation, and maintenance. Please stop by and see it later this month. We'll be adding fish as the environment is balanced, and expect that the tank will become a much-loved part of the Wilton Library experience for children, teens, and adults alike. We give great thanks to T.J.'s friends and family for choosing to honor his memory in this way. Sincerely, Kathy Leeds, Executive DirectorWilton Library Association
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Try Our Self-Checks!
Songwriters' Circle
Wilton Reads! 2009
Parents' Workshop
Author Talk: Kate Walbert
Halloween Happenings
Poetry in Motion
Computer Classes on Word, Excel, & Facebook
Hands-On Computer Classes: Office 2007 Microsoft launched a new suite of Office software last year and the Library is about to upgrade the products we use and provide for the public. Last month we
began to offer learning opportunities in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint using Office 2007 software. Please register in advance for these free hands-on classes. Basic computer skills, including mouse proficiency, are required. Our class size is limited to ten students. To ensure the best learning experience for all, students are asked to arrive on time; no one will be permitted to enter the classroom more than 10 minutes after the starting time.
Word 2007: Learn to create and format a basic document.
Thursday, October 1st, 12:30-2 pm (register online)
Excel 2007: Learn to create and format a basic spreadsheet.
Tuesday, October 13th, 6:30-8 pm (register online) Thursday, October 15th, 12:30-2 pm (register online)
Tuesday, October 20th,6:30-8 pm (register online) Thursday, October 22nd, 12:30-2 pm (register online) Hands-On Computer Classes: Social Networking The world of social networking is still a mystery to many. We'll be demystifying some of the more popular tools this year, starting in October. Again, we ask that you register in advance for this free, hands-on class on Facebook. Basic computer skills, including mouse proficiency, are required. Our class size is limited to ten students. To ensure the best learning experience for all, students are asked to arrive on time; no one will be permitted to enter the classroom more than 10 minutes after the starting time.
Facebook: Learn to create and and maintain your own Facebook page.
Monday, October 26th, 12:30-2 pm (register online)
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Wilton Library's 10th Annual Ladies' Soirée Thursday, October 1st, 7:30 to 9:30 pm Ladies! Come enjoy cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, live music, a silent auction, and very good company at this popular annual night out! Proceeds will benefit the Library. Advance registration is required. Payment of $50 per person will be accepted in advance online, at the front desk, by mail or at the door, with cash, check or credit card. For reservations or more information, call (203) 762-3950 or visit our Ladies' Soirée webpage.
State Budget Update We wrote and called and they heard us! House Majority Leader Denise Merrill in particular cited the potent, articulate, and sincere effort by librarians and library supporters on behalf of those who depend upon their services at the close of the final late night state budget session for the House of Representatives. Please thank our key lawmakers for their continued support of library programs. They will appreciate your input, as they had some very tough choices to make and will continue to do so in the weeks and months ahead. The Governor and Lieutenant Governor, although not endorsing the budget that ultimately became law, will be working with House and Senate leaders to balance services and revenues throughout this difficult period. Let them know that with their help, Connecticut's libraries will be able to serve those in need throughout the state by delivering information, education, Internet access, and training effectively and efficiently in our communities. Governor Jodi RellLt. Governor Mike FedeleOPM Secretary Robert GenuarioHouse Speaker Christopher DonovanHouse Majority Leader Denise MerrillHouse Republican Leader Larry CaferoSenate President Don WilliamsSenate Majority Leader Martin Looney
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Senate Republican Leader John McKinneyHouse Appropriations Committee Chair John GeragosianSenate Appropriations Committee Chair Toni HarpHouse Appropriations Committee Ranking Member Craig MinerSenate Appropriations Committee Ranking Member Dan Debicella
Children's Activities WINRs (Wilton Intermediate Nutmeg Readers) Circle Saturday, October 3rd, 3 to 3:45 pm Come to the WINRs Circle, a book group that discusses the 2010 Nutmeg nominees for kids in grades 4-6. CT's Nutmeg Award encourages children to read literature selected by a panel of state librarians. Children choose their favorite book out of ten titles. On the first Saturday of each month the WINRs Circle will meet for fun, pizza donated by Wilton Pizza, and discussion. October's book discussion is The Ghost's Grave, by Peg Kehret. Bring a friend and win a prize!There is no program fee, but registration is required. This terrific program has been made possible by HSBC Bank. Fall Story Times Monday, October 5th - Wednesday, October 28th Story times vary based on ages. There is no program charge, but please call (203) 762-3950, extension 217 to register. Wonderful Ones and TwosTuesdays and Wednesdays, 10:15 to 10:45 am for 1 and 2 year olds with parents or caregivers.Look, Listen and Learn Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 11 to 11:30 am for 3 and 4 year olds with parents or caregivers.Literary Littles Mondays and Tuesdays 2 to 2:45 pm for 4 - 6 year olds (no sessions on 9/28 or 10/12). Tales to Tails Saturday, October 24th, 11 am to noon The Good Dog Foundation brings therapy dogs to the library for children to read to them. 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. Children must read
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independently to participate in this program. Children can bring a book from home or choose one from the library. There is no program charge, but registration is required and space is limited. The Library will call to confirm your registration and assign a time slot. A Visit to Ambler Farm: LeavesWednesday, October 14th, 1:30 - 2:30 pm Children ages 4 - 5 are invited to join Wilton Library in a visit to Ambler Farm each month through December. Caregivers and children will meet at Ambler Farm to enjoy theme based stories as well as a nature walk. Children may check books out at the farm, so parents should bring their library cards. During the month of October, the focus will be on leaves; November 18th, flowers; December 16th, fruits. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Registration is required, but there is no fee for the visit. Have Your Cake and Read It, Too!Thursday, October 15th, 6:30 - 7:30 pm Join Wilton Library's Kids' Book Club for children in grades 3 and up; dessert will be served and adults will be included. Children and their adults will read the book selection and then join the discussion. This month's book is Gods of Manhattan, by Scott Mebus. There is no program fee, and registration is recommended. Have Your Cake and Read It, Too! is made possible by the Coyle Family Young Readers Fund. Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog DaysSaturday, October 17th, 11 to 11:45 am Children ages 8 and up are invited to a fun, interactive program to celebrate the release of the new book, Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days, by Jeff Kinney. Kids will play games, watch funny video shorts, enjoy snacks, and win prizes. There is no fee for this program, sponsored by the Coyle Family Young Readers Fund. Please register in advance to attend.
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Artists & Exhibitions Art Exhibition and Reception for the Oriental Brush Artists Guild Sunday, October 4th, 11:30 am - 1 pm
Please join us for a reception celebrating the artists of the Oriental Brush Artists Guild, whose exhibition will be on display with more than 60 works from Thursday, October 1st through Thursday, October 29th. The Guild is a professional organization comprising a broad range of talents that include painting, sculpture,
writing, and graphics. Members include: Louise Anderson, Rosamond Berg, Janice Boland, Carole D. (Cato) DeNigris, Katie Feucht, Marilyn Gordon, Sharon Gunthel, Michiko Hughes, Maria Jarreau-Heller, Rosemary Maiorano, Haruko Mellor, Irene J. Migliaccio, Yoshiko Nakanishi, Mary Padilla, Donna Parsons, Ellen Pitegoff, May F. Rolle, Rose S. Rudich, Ann Skier, Eileen Tavolacci, Amy Zhang. There is no charge for the reception and all are welcome. A portion of the proceeds of the sales of paintings will benefit the Library's Art Fund. Weir Farm Artist-in-Residence Exhibition/Reception: Joanne Agostinelli Wednesday, October 7th, 6 to 7:30 pm Joanne Agostinelli is a participant in the Weir Farm Artist-in-Residence program. Joanne's work has appeared and won awards in many juried shows throughout Connecticut and she has served as President of the Connecticut Women Artists group since 2005. Joanne works in pastels creating vibrant colors and endless effects that can be achieved with this medium. Her work studies the effects of light when it is reflected, refracted or otherwise transformed by water, ice, crystal or mist. This past spring (2009) she was artist-in-residence at Acadia National Park and is currently working on a series of paintings inspired by the rugged and dramatic landscape of coastal Maine. The exhibit and reception are co-sponsored by the Weir Farm Art Center and Weir Farm National Historic Site and presented by Wilton Library. No registration is necessary. Weir Farm Artist-in-Residence Exhibition/Reception: Carrie Bracco Thursday, October 29th, 6 to 7:30 pm Carrie Bracco creates paintings that relate the mood of specific places and moments in time. She works primarily in oil and often uses buildings and landscapes for her subject matter. Carrie completed her undergraduate studies at Columbia
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University in NYC and received her MFA in painting from the New York Academy of Art in 2006. Co-sponsored by Weir Farm Art Center and Weir Farm National Historic Site and presented by Wilton Library. No registration is necessary.
Connecticut's Own Concert: Connecticut Composers, Inc.Sunday, October 4th, 4 to 5 pm The opening concert of Wilton Library's Sunday Connecticut's Own Concert Series includes the following performers - Allen Brings (Piano), Jennifer Foster (Soprano), Eugenie Rocherolle (Piano), Moira Craw (Flute), Margaret Collins Stoop (Flute), and Femmes Four (Flute Quartet). Additional concerts in the series: November 8th - The Orvieto Chamber Players; January 24th - Jessica Raposo; March 21st - Suzanne Sheridan; and May 2nd - Larry Shiller and Olga Gurevich. There is no charge for the concerts, though donations are happily accepted. Advance registration is strongly recommended. Pre-registrants must arrive by 3:50 pm to be guaranteed seating. After 3:50 pm and if space is available, wait-listed and walk-in registrants will be admitted.
VITA Volunteers Needed!
Looking for a different kind of volunteer work? How about volunteering to do taxes for Wilton residentswho may be unable to afford commercial tax preparation services this tax season? Wilton Library is looking for volunteers to spend a little time learning about taxes. If you're interested, you'll be trained with Internal Revenue
Service tax materials to help people whose incomes are $40,000 or less with their federal and state income tax returns. You need not have any accounting experience! All that's required is a desire to help others who cannot prepare their basic tax returns or afford to pay a preparer. VITA volunteers will participate in a short training session, then be tested on what they learned. Once certified, volunteers will be assigned to the Library as a VITA site and scheduled to assist others. Don't wait! For more information, contact VITA coordinator Ron Brotherton by phone at (203) 762-5158 or by email.
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Wilton Issues Discussions 'Stay at Home in Wilton' Informational Meeting Monday, October 5th, 2 to 4 pm A group of interested Wilton seniors has been working with support from 'Staying Put in New Canaan' to bring to fruition 'Stay at Home in Wilton.' This organization plans to be incorporated as a non-profit charity focused on creating a super-friendly environment where Wilton seniors can enjoy their lives with fewer worries. See the website for the most current material. Please register in advance. Wilton Plan of Conservation & DevelopmentMonday, October 5th, 7 to 9:30 pm The Planning and Zoning Commission has drafted a long range land use plan for Wilton. Learn about the Plan and tell P&Z if it reflects your visions for Wilton's future. The draft Plan can be reviewed prior to the meeting online. Paper copies are available at the Library reference desk and in the Planning and Zoning Department in the Town Hall Annex. The meeting is open to the public and no registration is required. Communicating for Elders: Medical, Legal, and Lifestyle Issues Made Simple Wednesday, October 7th, 6:30 to 8 pmFinances, long term care, advance directives, medical choices, and housing are discussed in a lively interactive presentation with some of the top local experts in their respective fields: Phyllis F. Boynton, RN, MPH, CCM - Director, Constellation Geriatric Care Management; Attorney Greta E. Solomon - principal of Cohen and Wolf, P.C. and chair of the firm's Trusts & Estates, Elder Law and Tax Groups; and Nancy Gade, MD and Varshapriya Iyer, MD, co-founders of Wilton Internal Medicine, LLC. There is no charge for the presentation and refreshments will be served. Please register in advance.
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No Kidding, Me Too! with Joe Pantoliano
On Wednesday, October 7th, from 6:30 to 9 pm at the Clune Center for the Arts (395 Danbury Road, Wilton, CT), Joe Pantoliano, award-winning actor/producer, (The Matrix, Empire of the Sun, Risky Business) will make his documentary directorial debut with No Kidding, Me Too! as part of his fight against the stigma and shame of mental/brain disease. The
film is an educational, provocative, inspiring, hopeful and sometimes even humorous look at mental illness and recovery. Intended for adults and teens, it includes the fascinating stories of seven people from all walks of life: a brain surgeon, a psychologist, an actor and four high school students, all affected differently by mental health disease. Following the screening, there will be a panel of mental health professionals on hand to answer questions. In addition, there will be a Mental Health Services fair in the lobby of the Clune Center with information on mental health services in the area. There is no charge for the evening and no need to register. You may call Wilton Youth Services for more information at (203) 834-6241. The event is sponsored by Wilton Youth Services, Wilton Public Schools, Wilton Youth Council, Wilton Library, Wilton PTA Council, Wilton Family Y, SPED*NET, Trackside Teen Center, Norwalk Hospital, and Silver Hill Hospital.
Botanical Art Trip & Talk Day Trip to the Yale Center for British Art: Mrs. Delany and Her Circle Tuesday, October 6th, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm The exhibition, Mrs. Delany and Her Circle, explores the life, world and work of Mary Delany, née Mary Granville (1700 - 1788). Though best known for her almost one thousand botanical 'paper mosaics' now housed in the British Museum, which she began at the age of 72, Mrs. Delany also included other natural objects, such as shells and corals in her art work. The Center is the only U.S. venue for this exhibition. Our trip includes a half-hour talk and a one hour docent-led tour. Lunch will be on your own. Our bus will leave
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promptly from the Library entrance at 9:30 am and return at 4:30 pm (traffic permitting). The price of the trip is $45 and payment must be made with registration at the Library's Circulation Desk. Refunds will be provided only if your space is filled. Our bus trips are co-sponsored by St. Matthew's Episcopal Church. Patricia Carr: Women Botanical Artists 1700 - 1990 Thursday, October 8th, 11 - noonYale Center for British Art Docent Patricia Carr will provide a glimpse into the lives and works of women botanical artists from 1700 to 1990, as a follow-up to the Library's trip to the Yale Center for British Art. There is no charge for the lecture, but we ask that you register in advance.
Special Thanks
Although it is impossible to adequately thank all those who donate money, time and services to the Library each month, I'd like to mention a few recent gifts:
● Thanks to Nick Vona and Vona Construction for their generous donation of Belgian block curbing to protect our southern gardens along Godfrey Place.
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Thanks to Adelaide B. Adams who thoughtfully put the Wilton Library in her will, adding significantly to our Fund for the Future. ● Thanks to Dr. Michael Crystal and Patriot National Bank for sponsoring a seminar in our Jobs series designed to teach folks how to market themselves. ● Thanks to all who supported our Beatlemania, Champagne & Caprices, and Triple Play fundraisers. ● Thanks to those who made donations in memory of Andy Schloss, helping to fund the sculpture, Burst of Energy, that was purchased for the Brubeck Courtyard. ● Thanks to the Romer Family for their purchase of Signal Hill, a new sculpture that has been added to the Northeast Courtyard. Catherine Romer was kind enough additionally to help us purchase Giraffe in My Bowl for the Children's Library last winter. ● Thanks to all who donated money to mark the birthday of Ian Filaski.
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● Thanks to the Village Market and Dr. Michael Crystal for sponsoring the food, drink and performances at our Summer Music & More concert series. ● Thanks to those who gave in memory of Bob Hoogstoel, Gretchen Delaney, and Abe Savitzky. ● Thanks to the Kiwanis Club of Wilton for their donation to replace some of our outdoor tables and chairs. ● Thanks to the Rotary Club of Wilton for selling food at our Children's Book Sale to benefit the Library.
October Candlelight Concerts benefit the Wilton Library The Takács QuartetSunday, October 18th at 4 pm The Takács opens Candlelight Concerts' 62nd Season with a program of Beethoven, Shostakovich, and Schumann. This world-renowned quartet, writes the Boston Globe, "stands at the peak of its powers, at the peak of its profession." Leonidas Kavakos, Violin, with Peter Nagy, Pianist Sunday, October 25th at 4 pm Greek violin virtuoso Leonidas Kavakos appears in a benefit performance for Candlelight Concerts playing works of Bach, Schumann, and Enesco. The New York Times recently praised this great musician for his "cool command" and "bravura excitement." Both magical performances take place at the Wilton Congregational Church located at 70 Ridgefield Road (Route 33) in Wilton. Note that these two concerts are part of a series to which you may subscribe. Future concerts include performances by Ani Kavafian, Violin, & Kenneth Cooper, Harpsichord (February 28th) and Joyce Yang, Pianist (March 14th). For more information and to reserve your seat or subscribe to the series, please visit the Wilton Candlelight Concerts website.
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Origami for All Ages
Origami Class for ChildrenThursday, October 8th, 4 to 5 pm
Volunteers from the Japan Education Center provide instruction on the ancient art of 'origami' [oru (to fold) and kami (paper)]. Children learn how to fold a Jack-O'-Lantern, Ghost, and Bat (just in time for Halloween). There is no charge, but registration is limited. Please sign up now to
attend. Origami Class for Teens and AdultsThursday, October 8th, 5:15 to 6:15 pm With volunteers from the Japan Education Center, teens and adults will learn how to make a Crane Wreath. There is no charge, but registration is limited. Please sign up now to attend.
Playshop Preview at the Library Award-Winning Greenbrier Ghost Thursday, October 8th, 7 to 8:30 pm Greenbrier Ghost is based on an unbelievable-but-true story of supernatural intervention in a court case. Preview the Wilton Playshop musical at this lively and informative Wilton Library event. The composer and lyricist, Clay Zambo, and some of the local cast will perform songs from the show and discuss the process of creating a new work. There'll be time for questions and answers following the performance. There is no charge for the preview and registration is recommended. The New England premiere performance will be presented October 23rd and 24th to benefit the Wilton Playshop at 15 Lovers Lane in Wilton. The Greenbrier Ghost book is by Susan Murray; music & lyrics are by Clay Zambo; the play is directed by Scott R. Brill with musical direction by Clay Zambo.
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Peony Workshop & Daffodil Pickup
To Benefit Wilton Library Gardens! Tuesday, October 13th, 10 am to noon
Participants in this workshop will learn how to expertly divide and plant peonies. We will be working with 'Scarlet O'Hara' a beautiful single-flowered red peony. Standing 38" tall, it is an early- to mid-season bloomer. Gardeners will not only be able to bring incredible peony home, but they'll also discover how to
increase the beauty and size of peonies they may have at home. A fee of $15 per person is due upon registration and will go toward maintaining the Library's beautiful gardens. The size of the workshop is limited to 30 participants, so please register soon - and bring your clippers and gloves!
On Monday, October 19th, from 10 am to noon, those who ordered daffodils through the Library (and volunteers Lydia Wallis and Donna Ferries) may pick them up in the Gallery. If you are unable to pick them up during this time span, please call Sally Gemmill (762-3950, extension 234) to make other arrangements. If you didn't yet order your beautiful bulbs, you may do so (as long as supplies last) through October 19th!
Wilton Energy Commission Meeting
Thursday, October 15th, 7 to 9:30 pm Please join the Wilton Energy Commission members as they discuss local energy issues. Meetings are open and the public is encouraged to attend. Please register in advance to let us know you are coming.
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Upcoming Book Discussions Wilton Library Readers Wednesday, October 14th, noon to 1:30 pm
Professional book discussion leader Susan Boyar will discuss The White Tiger, by Aravind Adiga. Bring your lunch; beverages will be provided. Wilton Library Readers meet the second Wednesday of each month through May (except December). For a list of titles, visit our Wilton Library Readers webpage. Advance registration is
suggested. International Book Group: Literature of Other Lands (Germany) Thursday, October 22nd, 7 to 8:30 pm
This group reads for pleasure to learn about authors from other lands and their works as seen through the eyes of their countrymen. Guest speakers Marie Kappen and Hannah Ziegler of Germany will discuss The Reader, by Bernhard Schlink. Participants need not read the book to enjoy the informal discussions of the countries and cultures. Refreshments and international desserts will be served. No charge for program. Advance registration is
suggested. Senior Center Book Discussion Tuesday, October 27th, 11 am to noon
Maureen Canary will lead a discussion of Lucia, Lucia, by Adriana Trigiani. Call the Senior Center for details and to register at 834-6240. The discussion will take place at Comstock Community Center, 180 School Road, Wilton.
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Poetry Series Premiers
Thursdays, October 15th - November 12th 10:30 am to noon Dr. Joanna Ecke will lead this 5-part Fall Poetry Series exploring various poets and their writing techniques on consecutive Thursdays in October and November. Please sign up in advance for sessions on October 15th, 22nd, 29th, November 5th and 12th. Note that you may register for the entire series by signing up for the first session online. Poetry packets will be available at the Library's front desk before the seminar begins.
AARP Driver Safety Class Sessions I & II Saturdays, October 17th & 24th, 1 to 5 pm
The AARP Driver Safety Program is the nation's first and largest classroom driver safety course designed especially for drivers age 50 and older. The two-part, eight hour course covers the normal changes in vision, hearing and reaction time associated with ageing and provides practical
techniques on how to adjust to these changes and learn to operate vehicles more safely in today's increasingly challenging driving environment. There are no written or driving tests - AARP provides classroom instruction only. Registration is required (registration for the first part will automatically register you for the second part) and a program cost of $12 for AARP members ($14 for non-members) is payable at the start of class on October 17th (check to AARP or cash only).
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Check Out Our Self-Checks! As the Library gets busier and busier in this challenging time, we strive to serve you well in new ways. Our self-check stations (one in the Children's Library and one in the Gallery) can save you time and have become particularly useful when lines form at the Circulation Desk. Please try them out and let us know if we can help. They are easy to use and may speed your checkout - all you need is your Library card to get going. Please note that locked cases on CDs and DVDs require staff assistance, and must be brought to the Circulation Desk for checkout and unlocking.
Third Tuesday Songwriters' Circle
Tuesday, October 20th, 11 am to 12:30 pm
Join this small group of songwriters for a session "in the round," followed by time for a brown bag lunch in the Courtyard, weather permitting! Share your work or work-in-progress, come to listen, meet writing partners, and find your voice!
Please register in advance.
Wilton Reads! 2009 Run, by Ann Patchett Wilton Reads! Run with Joanna Ecke Tuesday, October 20, 10:30 - noon Joanna Ecke will return to the Wilton Library to lead a daytime discussion of Ann Patchett's book Run, Wilton Library's 5th annual community read selection. Run is ultimately a novel about secrets, duty, responsibility, and the lengths we will go to in protecting our children. Dr. Ecke, a graduate of Smith College with a doctorate in literature from Duke University, is a retired Wilton High School English teacher and 'occasional' columnist for The Wilton Bulletin. This discussion is sponsored by The Wilton Bank and The United Way of Coastal Fairfield County. Registration is encouraged. Wilton Reads! Run with Susan Boyar Tuesday, October 27th, 7 to 8:30 pm Professional book discussion leader Susan Boyar (who hosts
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our Wilton Library Readers each month) will lead an evening discussion of Run. This discussion is also sponsored by The Wilton Bank and The United Way of Coastal Fairfield County. Registration is encouraged. Save the Date: Ann Patchett's VisitSunday, November 15th, 4 to 5:30 pm Sign up now and mark your calendar! Come hear this amazing author and speaker. We will award Wilton Library's Castafiori Award for Outstanding Writing during her appearance, and books will be available for purchase and signing. See our Wilton Reads! page for more information.
Parents' Workshop: Our Daughters' Voices Wednesdays, October 21st, 28th, November 4th and 11th, from 10 to 11:45 am
In a society where girls are not encouraged to exhibit anger in traditional ways, aggression expresses itself in many forms, including exclusion, rumors and manipulation. Positive Directions, in collaboration with Wilton Library, presents a four-week workshop entitled Our Daughters' Voices to explore such things as: --defining relational aggression
--understanding the difference between friendships and popularity. --finding effective ways to identify and communicate feelings This workshop is ideal for parents of daughters aged 11 through 14. Session dates are October 21st, 28th, November 4th, and 11th. The fee for participation is $100. Please register online on the Positive Directions website. Scholarships are available on request and treated in confidence. For questions or more information, contact Connie Cobb at 227-7644 ext 132, or email.
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Author Talk: Kate Walbert A Short History of Women - A NovelWednesday, October 21st, 7 to 8:30 pm National Book Award finalist Kate Walbert will discuss and read from her new work, A Short History of Women: A Novel, a portrayal of the complicated legacies of mothers and daughters, chronicling five generations of women from the close of the nineteenth century through the early years of the twenty-first. The book has received a Publishers Weekly starred review. Kate Walbert is the author of Our Kind, a National Book Award Finalist for fiction in 2004; The Gardens of Kyoto, winner of the 2002 Connecticut Book Award in Fiction; and Where She Went, a collection of linked stories and a New York Times notable book. There is no charge for the program, but we ask and strongly recommend that you register in advance. We'll have time for questions and answers following the talk. Books will be available for purchase and signing, courtesy of RJ Julia Booksellers.
Halloween Happenings
Fun for Kids and Teens Drop-in Halloween Crafts Sunday, October 25th, 1 to 5 pm
Children of all ages are invited to stop by during Sunday Library hours and make a Halloween craft to take home. No registration is necessary. This activity has been made possible by the Coyle Family Young Readers Fund.
Pumpkin Carving Contest for Teens Tuesday, October 27th, 5 to 6 pm Teens in grades 7-12 can carve pumpkins while listening to Halloween tunes. Prizes will be awarded for the most creative, funniest and spookiest pumpkins. All materials will be supplied by the John & Patricia Curran Teen Fund. Advance registration is required. The Haunted Library
Do you dare take a walk through the haunted
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library? Children ages 6-10 are invited to join in the spooky, spine tingling after-hours library experience. Ghoulish snacks will be served and ghostly games will be played. Registration is required. A program fee of $5 per child will
benefit the Children's Library. This fun program is sponsored by the Coyle Family Young Readers Fund. Friday, October 30th, 7 to 8 pm for ages 6-10 Friday, October 30th, 9 to 10 pm for ages 10 and up It's The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown Saturday, October 31st, 11 to 11:30 am
Enjoy a nostalgic Halloween experience at the Library. It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown will be shown. Children under 8 years of age must be accompanied by a caregiver, while children 8 through 12 must have a caregiver in the building.
There is no charge and no registration is necessary.
Poetry in Motion 2010
In a World Without Limits From now through Sunday, November 1st, teens in grades 7 through 12 are invited to submit original poetry to Poetry in Motion 2010. This incredible program that has proven so popular and well-regarded will culminate in a two-performance poetry event at the Library in March centered on this year's theme: a world with no restrictions, where anything (good or bad) is possible. For more information, contact Teen Librarian Susan Lauricella by phone at (203) 762-3950, extension 243, or by email. All submissions must be received by November 1st to be considered. Poetry in Motion is sponsored by Wilton Library with private funding from a generous anonymous donor.
Wilton Library Association 137 Old Ridgefield Road ~ Wilton, CT 06897 phone 203.762.3950email [email protected] www.wiltonlibrary.org
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