Wilton Reads 2017 Book Giveaway, Call for Makers, Women & Wealth & more

October 2 - 8, 2017

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Wilton Library will close at 6pm on Thursday, October 5 to prepare for the 18th Annual Ladies' Soirée: A Celebration of Women in Literature fundraiser.
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Here's what's happening the week of October 2 - 8.

Click here for a listing of the full month's events.

WILTON READS 2017:
Waiting for Snow in Havana: Confessions of a Cuban Boy by Carlos Eire
Free Book Giveaway
Tuesday, October 3 from 10am to 12pm

Tuesday, October 3 from 6:30 to 7:30pm

To encourage readership and kick-off our Wilton Reads 2017 one-town one-book initiative, 200 paperback copies of Waiting for Snow in Havana by Carlos Eire will be distributed to members of the community free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis, one per person, courtesy of Fairfield County Bank. This stunning memoir is a vibrant and evocative look at Latin America from a child's unforgettable experience as he flees Castro's Cuba. The library also has copies of the book in eBook, eAudiobook, CDs and Spanish versions for borrowing. Click here for more information and the complete schedule of Wilton Reads 2017 events with registration links.

Sold Out: 18th Annual Ladies' Soirée

Thursday, October 5 @7:30pm

Thanks to all who purchased tickets for the 18th Annual Ladies' Soirée; the event is sold out. Many thanks to all our sponsors: Bankwell, Catamount Wealth Management, Meadow Ridge, Wilton Woman's Club, Wilton Meadows/The Greens at Cannondale, TracyLocke and media sponsor Wilton Magazine as well as all the silent auction donors who contribute so greatly towards making the evening a success.

Women and Wealth: An Introductory Seminar

Wednesday, Oct. 4 @6pm

Women face different challenges when it comes to finances, so understanding what you have and what it means to you is the first step in achieving financial goals. This seminar includes information ranging from simple terms and definitions to investment strategies. Speaker is Laurie Stefanowicz, Senior Vice President and Managing Partner at Catamount Wealth Management. More info & register

How to Respond to an Overdose: Narcan Information and Training Session

Tuesday, October 3 @7pm

Please join us for an informational presentation and training session on how to acquire and administer Narcan, a lifesaving medication used to block the effects of opioids, especially in overdose situations. Local legislators and experts will discuss efforts and other resources to combat the opioid crisis. Free Narcan kits will be distributed courtesy of Silver Hill Hospital. The program is hosted by CT State Representatives Gail Lavielle and Tom O'Dea, CT State Senator Toni Boucher, and Wilton First Selectman Lynne Vanderslice. It is sponsored by Silver Hill Hospital, Wilton Library, Wilton Youth Council, Wilton Youth Services and Human Services Council. More info & register

Candlelight Concert at the Wilton Congregational Church - Juilliard String Quartet

Sunday, October 8 @4pm

Wilton Candlelight Concerts opens its 70th anniversary season with the Juilliard String Quartet in a program of works by Haydn, Dvorák, and Bartók. Concert held at Wilton Congregational Church located at 70 Ridgefield Road, Wilton. Since its inception, Wilton Candlelight Concerts has benefited Wilton Library, enabling the library to establish and maintain a rich classical music collection. A portion of the concert proceeds benefits Wilton Library. For ticket information call (203) 762-3401 or visit www.wiltoncandlelightconcerts.org.

Random Acts of Kindness (RAKtivist) Club for

Middleschoolers

Tuesday, October 3 @3:30pm

"Life's most persistent and urgent question is, what are you doing for others?" ~Martin Luther King, Jr. We're looking for students in grades 6-8 who would like to join RAKtivists -- a world-wide movement which practices Random Acts of Kindness. On the first or second Tuesday of every month we'll do something nice and think of ways to spread kindness and put smiles on people's faces. Dates: 10/3, 11/14, 12/5, 1/9, 2/6, 3/6, 4/3, & 5/1. Full season's commitment is highly encouraged. Sponsored by the John & Patricia Curran Teen Fund. More info & register

Call for Makers for INNOVATION DAY 2017

Apply now through October 13

Event is Saturday, October 21 from 1 to 5pm

CALLING ALL MAKERS! Wilton Library's annual Innovation Day will showcase the work of all kinds and ages of makers - anyone who is embracing STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art or Math) or the DIY (Do-It-Yourself) movement. We particularly encourage those who demonstrate the process of making things or have interactive exhibits. There will be no selling of merchandise or services, but exhibitors are free to distribute information or accept orders for their products or services. Applications can be submitted now until October 13. Click here for more information and an application.