At Home With Wilton Library

Welcome to what's new and largely undiscovered in our collection of home, garden, and DIY books. Each month our librarians compile this list (as well as a whole host of compilations from other genres in our collection) and offer monthly email newsletters. Sign up for these genre-specific email newsletters here and check out these new selections in home, garden, and DIY..

Help Us Cross the Finish Line -- Support Wilton Library's Annual Appeal

This past year, Wilton Library increased investment in digital resources and pivoted to virtual programs. We provided hundreds of programs virtually including Children’s Storytimes, Zentangle classes, literary discussions, jazz concerts, and more! None of this would be possible without the support of private donations to our Annual Appeal. Wilton Library is not wholly funded by tax dollars. Each year we must raise approximately 25% of our budget to maintain and enhance the collection and provide programs and services to our community. Please make your gift to the Annual Appeal today. Click here.

Author Talk: Caseen Gaines - Footnotes: The Black Artists Who Rewrote the Rules of the Great White Way

Tuesday, June 1 @7pm via ZOOM REGISTER HERE

Join us to learn more about the triumphant story of the all-Black Broadway musical that changed the world forever. In Footnotes, author and pop culture expert Caseen Gaines leads readers through the glitz and glamour of New York City during the Roaring Twenties to reveal the revolutionary impact one show had on generations of Americans. REGISTER HERE in order to receive the invitation link to the Zoom session.

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Expand your reading game and celebrate the many cultures and stories within the AAPI community with books by authors of Asian and Pacific Islander heritage and cultures. Discover some of the best and newest AAPI voices and stories here.

Thursdays, June 3, 10, 17 & 24 @5pm via ZOOM REGISTER HERE

Please join us as Mark J. Schenker of Yale College returns to Wilton Library to give four lectures on great novels published during the reign of Queen Victoria (1837-1901). He will discuss these classics in the order of their publication, focusing on their style and structure as works of literary art and the social and intellectual issues they engage. Attendees are not expected to read or reread any of the novels, but a familiarity with them will make the lectures more meaningful. Here are the novels for each week:

These lectures are made possible thanks to the support of the Literary Series in Memory of Amy Quigley. Please note that you will automatically be registered for all four sessions in the series. REGISTER HERE in order to receive the invitation links to the Zoom sessions.

Wednesday, June 2 @3pm via ZOOM REGISTER HERE

Join Amy, Wilton Library's certified Zentangle instructor, as she guides us through a fun and relaxing Zentangle session. This meditative art form uses simple steps to teach practitioners how to create beautiful patterns. Suitable for anyone who doesn't believe they can draw, as well as experienced artists! For adults and teens, ages 13+. REGISTER HERE in order to receive the invitation link to the Zoom session.

Wilton Library Readers: Bowlaway, by Elizabeth McCracken

Wednesday, June 9 @12pm via ZOOM REGISTER HERE

Using Zoom, professional book discussion leader Susan Boyar discusses Bowlaway, by Elizabeth McCracken, this month. This is the final installment for this season. Wilton Library Readers book group meets on the second Wednesday of each month through June. All are welcome. REGISTER HERE in order to receive the Zoom invitation link.

Walk-in browsing is available in our adult and teen areas. Call 203-762-6636 for Children’s Library appointments. More info