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News Update
- Looking for information on your favorite American writer? New to the non-fiction collection is the six-volume Critical Survey of American Literature which offers detailed profiles of major American authors of fiction, drama, and poetry, each with sections on biography, general analysis, and analysis of the author's most important works. An online component can be accessed from home through the library's catalog listing.
- Please note: the Breast Cancer Survivors' Support Group originally scheduled for January 10 will now be held January 17. More info
- We will be closed Monday, January 16 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
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Here's what's happening the week of January 9 - 15.
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for a listing of the full month's events.
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New Perspectives Film Series:
Back on Board - Greg Louganis
Saturday, January 14 @7:30pm
Award-winning filmmaker Cheryl Furjanic brings us Back on Board, a candid documentary about the four-time Olympic champion diver Greg Louganis. The film recounts his troubled upbringing, his glorious achievements, as well as his personal and financial struggles. The New Perspectives Documentary Series is programmed and moderated by filmmaker, Megan Smith-Harris. A Q&A will follow the film. Suggested donation of $5. Refreshments served. More info & register
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Wilton Library Readers - Everybody's Fool and Nobody's Fool
Wednesday, January 11 @12pm
Professional book discussion leader Susan Boyar discusses Everybody's Fool and Nobody's Fool, both by Richard Russo. Bring lunch; beverages will be provided. All are welcome. Group meets second Wednesday of each month through June. Click here for a complete listing of meetings and titles. More info & register
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WLA/SCORE - Your Elevator Speech
Wednesday, January 11 @6pm
SCORE of Fairfield County, Wilton Library, and the Wilton Chamber of Commerce present a seminar that will help you to develop a concise, compelling, and memorable introduction to enhance your business opportunities. Topics include: the 5 elements of a successful introduction; brand yourself quickly and memorably; how to pick up on audience signals; and understanding the importance of establishing and maintaining connections. Visit www.scorefairfieldcounty.org or call SCORE at (203) 831-0065 with any questions and to register.
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Free Downloads - eBooks and Audiobooks
Wednesday, January 11 @1pm
Bring your own device and follow along as Melissa Baker demonstrates our free downloadable eBooks and audiobooks, which are available 24/7 with your Wilton Library card. Presented by Wilton Library for seniors at the Senior Center, Comstock Community Center, 180 School Road, Wilton. More info & register
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Organize Yourself!
Tuesday, January 10 @11am
Learn the tricks of Bullet Journaling to get organized, set priorities and track goals. This methodology has been referred to as the analog answer to the digital world! Bring a new marble notebook with you and the desire to get the New Year off to a good start! More info & register
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Later this Month...
- January 26 -- Author Talk: Larry Kudlow, JFK and the Reagan Revolution: A Secret History of American Prosperity, more info & register
- January 29 -- first of five seminars in the WLA/WHS scholarly lecture series Finding Our Place: Evolving American Identity, more info & register
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Transfer Your Wedding Video onto DVD
Monday, Jan. 9 @11am
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New Life for Old Videos
Wednesday, Jan. 11 @4pm
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Stitch Time for Knitters & Crocheters
Monday, Jan. 9 @1pm
Weekly drop-in session
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Monogram a Hand Towel
Tuesday, Jan. 10 @6pm
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Bringing Your Photo Albums into the Digital Age
Thursday, Jan. 12 @2pm
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Embroidery (Session 2)
Saturday, Jan. 14 @12pm
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Embroider or Monogram It!
Sunday, Jan. 15 @2pm
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Personalize a Tumbler
Saturday, Jan. 14 @10am
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