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Celebrate National Library Week, April 8-14, with the theme "Libraries Lead." Be sure to visit Wilton Library for a whole host of events and programs, stop by the circulation desk to pick up a small token gift and participate in the Passport to CT Libraries program.
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Plan some staycation fun during Wilton School break by taking advantage of our Museum Pass program offering free or discounted admission to 13 area attractions.
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Here's what's happening the week of April 16 - 22.
Click here
for a listing of the full month's events.
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Gigantic Spring Book Sale Fundraiser
Saturday, April 21 through Tuesday, April 24
Our largest sale features more than 70,000 items sorted in 50+ categories - mysteries, gardening, travel, and science fiction; gently used, collectible, rare books, DVDs, CDs, books on CD and
new this year -- vinyl records. There is something for everyone. Hours and details:
- Saturday, April 21: 7-9am for Early Buyers with $15 admissions fee, 9am-5pm free to the public
- Sunday, April 22: 12-5pm
- Monday, April 23: 10am-5pm, books ½ price
- Tuesday, April 24: 10am-5pm, $5 per bag
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Tax Reform Reality Check
Tuesday, April 17 @6:30pm
Speaker Michael Alimo of USA Financial and Tax Services will discuss: What are the major tax law changes? Which tax law changes could affect investing in one's retirement portfolio? Are taxes on sale now and is this an opportunity? How states like Connecticut may possibly NOT benefit from these changes? What are a few of the concepts on how to potentially benefit from tax reform changes? Mr. Alimo brings professional insight regarding how tax changes may impact people today and in the future.
More info & register
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Spring Poetry with Judson Scruton - Marianne Moore: Maintaining the Living Language
Thursdays, April 19, 26 & May 3
@10:30am
Judson Scruton leads this 3-part series with a new look at the poems of Marianne Moore. Working from the 2017 New Collected Poems: Marianne Moore, editor Heather Cass White presents the poems as they were first published and provides appendixes to indicate changes that Moore made in later additions. This edition allows attendees to see the Modernist Poet who blasted through classical conventional poetry. Poetry packets available at front desk one week before the seminar begins. More info & register
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10 Things You Need to Learn About College Admissions
College admissions is more competitive than ever. How do you find the right college for a top education and experience? What strategies will help you showcase your character and achievements and stand out? College admissions consultant Beth Manners will detail the process, from putting your college list together to writing your essays. Learn what it takes to gain admission and be successful. For High School students and their parents. More info & register
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Save the Date for Upcoming Events
Here are a few upcoming programs and library events
that you won't want to miss.
Mark your calendars and click the dates to register now:
- April 29 -- Connecticut's Own Concert: Friendship Concert - Music of Joseph M. Russo
- April 30 -- Author Talk: Jeff Benedict - Tiger Woods
- May 3 -- Author Talk: Ted Bell - Overkill
- May 13 -- Stay at Home/WLA: A Special Mother's Day Piano Concert & Reception with Joe Utterback
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Stitch Time for Knitters and Crocheters
Monday, April 16 @1pm
Weekly drop-in session
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Paint it Up!
Friday, April 20 @10am
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Make an Earth Day Terrarium!
Sunday, April 22 @2pm
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