At Home With Wilton Library
July 29, 2020
All materials taken out prior to our building closing on March 18 are due back this Friday, July 31. Please return these materials to the blue Returns Bin in the library parking lot. Fines for these materials will be assessed after July 31.
What to Do Wednesday
Today we offer up Librarian Picks from our multi-talented Technical Services Manager, Carolyn; nonfiction selections that read like fiction; a fun art workshop for teens; poetry and recipe sharing; stitch time for all levels; and more. There's always something to do, At Home with Wilton Library.
Who better than a librarian to ask for reading recommendations? Today we ask Carolyn, Wilton Library's Technical Services Manager, what books she likes to read and why. Her answer:
  • Gripping thrillers and humorous contemporary romances that take me out of “real life”
  • Any fiction genre with strong, relatable characters that are richly fleshed out
  • Cookbooks (particularly plant-powered) and knitting pattern books for inspiration
  • Nonfiction on current events & health/relationships for personal development
  • Inspirational memoirs by people I admire
These titles may be reserved in the  catalog , downloaded in the  Libby by OverDrive app  or viewed online on our  OverDrive page .
The Cookbook Connection: A Virtual Recipe Swap on Zoom
Tuesday, August 4 @5-6pm via Zoom   REGISTER HERE
Join us to share a new recipe or dig up an old favorite. You can make a recipe to show to the group or just come as you are. Feel free to bring a beverage. Let us know which cookbooks you're using or where you find your menu inspiration. For this meeting, let’s focus on fun appetizers! Our foodie librarians will share their own recipes. REGISTER HERE in order to receive the invitation link to the Zoom session.
If you primarily read fiction books but are yearning to give nonfiction a try, these selections are for you. These narrative nonfiction books tell a true story in a compelling way, much like a fictional story would be told. Check out these nonfiction books that will pull you in, just like a novel. These titles may be reserved in the  catalog, downloaded in the  Libby by OverDrive app or viewed online on our  OverDrive page.
Stitch Time for Knitters & Crocheters on Zoom
Monday, August 3 @1-2pm via ZOOM  REGISTER HERE
Drop-in Zoom session for crafters of all skill levels. Show off your latest creation, seek advice, and chat about anything while working on your own projects. Please feel free to email  cbenjamin@wiltonlibrary.org with any questions. REGISTER HERE in order to receive the invitation link to the Zoom session.
CT Poetry Society Workshop via Zoom
Friday, August 14 @10:30am-12pm via ZOOM  REGISTER HERE
Please join us online for the next CT Poetry Society workshop using Zoom. All that's required is the willingness to share some poetry that you have written by reading it aloud to the group. REGISTER HERE in order to receive the invitation link to the Zoom session.
Roll a Picasso for Teens
Thursday, August 13 @3-4pm via ZOOM  REGISTER HERE
Create a unique Picasso-style portrait in a fun and easy session. We’ll use dice and a chart to determine what shape face to draw and then continue rolling for the eyes, nose, lips, ears, etc. You will be surprised how different everyone’s will turn out! All you need is a blank 8.5” x 11” piece of paper or cardstock and colored pencils and/or markers. For students entering grades 7-12. REGISTER HERE in order to receive the invitation link to the Zoom session.
Wait, there's more! You can still sign-up for these programs or watch those you've missed...
Some Important Notes...
  • Please note that your returned materials don’t come off your account the day you return them; materials are disinfected and quarantined for three days before being checked in. Please allow at least three days for your account to be updated.
  • The Drive-Thru hours are M-F from 10-6 and Saturdays from 10-5; closed Sundays for the summer.
  • Place your holds here in the catalog. Please wait for a text, email or phone call to let you know your hold is ready before coming to the window.
  • The book donation bins remain closed.
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