August brings MaryEllen Hendricks to the Weir Farm Artist-in-Residence program. MaryEllen is a photographer specializing in landscape photography, primarily using primitive and 19th century techniques including the use of large format cameras. Most recently, her work has coalesced around the concept of 'thin places' -- physical places and times of day in which the physical world hints at the presence of the spiritual.  Co-sponsored by Weir Farm Art Center and Weir Farm National Historic Site and presented by Wilton Library.  More info & register

Robert McWilliams, Scottish by birth but now a US citizen and a Wiltonian, chronicles his ambitious trek across Scotland with this debut book. From Cape Wrath in the northwest to a muddy estuary overlooking England, The Kiss of Sweet Scottish Rain takes the reader across wild and beautiful landscapes, introduces an ever-changing cast of companions, and passes through communities from remote hamlets to the city of Glasgow. Around every corner, McWilliams explores Scotland's turbulent history and unique cultural and natural heritage. Books available for purchase and signing courtesy of Elm Street Books. Media Sponsor is Good Morning Wilton.  More info & register

In this four-week seminar, Dr. Gerald Weiss will delve into Part Two of Goethe's Faust, the great masterpiece, entering a world of fantasy, fascination, fortune and fate. In this part, Faust continues to strive after the highest possible existence and 'the eternal feminine' with the aid of Mephisto (the devil).  Packets will be available at the Circulation  Desk one week before the first session begins. More info & register

Honor your favorite librarian with a nomination for the 2018 I Love My Librarian Award. Nominations are open until October 1. The award invites library lovers from across the country to recognize how their librarians transform their communities and improve lives. Each year 10 librarians are selected. Each librarian receives a $5,000 award, a plaque and participates in the awards ceremony in New York City. More info & nomination link