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Mother and Daughter Book Club
Saturday, October 4
3 - 4 pm
Calling all daughters and mothers who want to read about heroines that are smart, brave, strong and kind. In the first session we will read Roald Dahl's classic
Matilda, about a very intelligent girl and the obstacles she overcomes, with a lot of humor along the way. For grades 3-5. Refreshments will be served.
Registration required.
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Don't Miss Out!
Children's Chess Classes
Thursdays, October 6 - November 17
Beginner 4 - 5 pm
Advanced 5 - 6 pm
Children in grades 1-7 are invited to join the Children's Department's Chess Club instructed by Christopher Potts!
Christopher Potts has taught over four hundred students over sixteen years as a scholastic chess instructor. He has been a tournament player for more than thirty years and has several years experience as a US Chess Federation certified tournament director. Mr. Potts has also served on the board of the Connecticut State Chess Association.
Beginners will learn:
- The history and rules of the game
- Basic checkmate themes and patterns
- Basic strategy and tactics
Advanced (know basic game play) players will:
- Review the basics
- Learn more advanced strategy and tactics
- Learn optimal opening and endgame play
- Gain an appreciation for the vital importance of making and carrying out sound plans
Time will be provided for students to play games and put the classroom lessons into practice. The most important lesson is that chess is a pastime that can develop the mind and provide a
lifetime of fun!
Program fee is $70 per student for all seven meetings, for children in grades 1-7. Call or stop by to register, payment due at time of registration.
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Upcoming Events - September/October
Mondays, September 12 - November 14
Ready Readers 4:15 - 5 pm: Story Time for ages 4 and 5. Stories and crafts.
Tuesdays, September 13 - November 15 (all are drop-in)
Terrific Tales for Twos and Threes 10:15 - 10:45am: Story Time for ages 2 and 3 with caregivers.
Wednesdays, September 14 - November 16
Books for Babies 10:15 - 10:45 am
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Story Time for babies under 12 months and their caregivers.
Wonderful Ones and Twos 11 - 11:30 am: Story Time for ages 1 and 2 with caregivers.
Mondays, September 12 - November 14
Movement and Dance 11 - 11:30 am
Ages 0 - 5 with caregivers. Join a fun time of moving, grooving, jumping, shaking, singing and playing instruments. A great Monday morning work-out!
Tuesdays, September 13 - October 18
Writers' Workshop 4 - 4:45 pm
Children ages 9-11. Join us for a writers' workshop to hear fun stories and then create their own. We will explore story elements and have fun with creative exercises. This is a six part program, so when registering for this program you will automatically be enrolled in all 6 sessions. This program is full.
Say, Sign, and Play 11 - 11:45 am
The Baby Signs
®Program teaches caregivers and children from 6 months of age to the toddler stage signs for everyday activities so they can communicate before the child can speak fluently. The workshop sessions will focus on Mealtime, Bedtime, Bathtime and Getting Dressed. The signs are learned through activities, songs and a book. Every participant will go home with a handout. There will be four workshop programs. Ages 6 months to toddlers with caregivers. Please register:
September 30.
Friday, September 30
Flaming Goat and Other Mini-Games 4 - 5 pm
Grades 1 - 5. Everyone will participate in this interactive game to solve an absurd puzzle. There are no screens, game boards, dice or cards: only our collective minds. Afterward we will design a simple game together.
Saturdays, October
Minecraft Club 10 am - 12 noon
Ages 8 and up. For the Minecraft program, with children under 12, caretakers
must remain in the building and
must sign in their child. Minecraft enthusiasts are welcome to join the Minecraft Computer Club on Saturday mornings between 10-12 noon to discuss and play everything Minecraft at Wilton Library. Please note: Minecraft is a subscription-based, online game. Players must bring their own laptop and create their own account. Hand held devices run on a separate Minecraft app and therefore will not be able to play on the same servers as children with laptops.
Register here for ALL October sessions.
Saturday, October 1
Mother Daughter Book Club 3 - 4 pm
Grades 3 - 5. Calling all daughters and mothers who want to read about heroines that are smart, brave, strong and kind. In the first session we will read Roald Dahl's classic
Matilda, about a very intelligent girl and the obstacles she overcomes, with a lot of humor along the way. Refreshments will be served.
Registration required.
Wednesdays, October 5, 12, 19, 26
Fairy Tales and Fables 4 - 4:30 pm
Ages 5 - 6. Goldilocks, Little Red Riding Hood, the Tortoise and the Hare will all be there! Won't you join us? Come hear their stories any Wednesday in October from 4 to 4:30. Register here:
October 5, October 12,
October 19,
October 26
Thursdays, October 6 - November 17
Children's Chess
Beginner 4 - 5 pm
Advanced 5 - 6 pm
Grades 1 - 7. Join in these class to learn a classic pastime! $70 for seven sessions. Proceeds benefit the Children's Library. Register in person or call 203-762-
6336. Payment due at time of registration.
Fun with Lynn Lewis 11 - 11:45 am
Ages 2 - 6. Come to the Wilton Library and see popular entertainer Lynn Lewis. There will be songs and dancing for all. She will bring a special friend so that kids can play with him and participate in all the fun! Supported by the Wilton Newcomers Club.
Registration required
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New Materials!
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Miss Andrea recommends The Poet's Dog by Patricia MacLachlan
On a stormy night two children are stranded in the forest while their mother ventures out for help. An Irish Wolfhound named Teddy appears and leads them to his home where they realize they can understand what Teddy is saying. As they wait out the storm they learn about the poet who was Teddy's master and a special ability that both poets and children possess.
This short story will appeal to children in grades 2 - 3 who enjoy a little poetry, dogs, and a simple yet poignant plot.
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