At Home With Wilton Library

No envy here -- just a renewed consciousness about the importance of protecting the natural world and its limited resources. In honor of Earth Day, enjoy these fiction and nonfiction titles that explore a variety of environmental issues and conservation actions.

Thursday, April 29 @7pm via ZOOM REGISTER HERE

Please join Wilton Go Green and Wilton Library for an informative session as Dr. Jonathan Foley, Executive Director of Project Drawdown, shares his expertise on finding solutions to sustain the climate, ecosystems, and natural resources. Dr. Foley is a renowned climate scientist, sustainability expert, educator, and public speaker. He is also Executive Director of Project Drawdown — a world leader on climate solutions. REGISTER HERE with Wilton Go Green in order to receive the Zoom invitation link.

Everyone has a story. We welcome all Wilton's newcomers and can't wait to meet our new friends in town and learn their stories. In the meantime, meet some new fictional friends in these books that celebrate 'the girl from'.

Friday, April 30 @7pm via ZOOM REGISTER HERE

On International Jazz Day 2021, please join us for our first Hot & Cool jazz concert since our 2019-2020 season was interrupted. Enjoy a spectacular concert performed by pianist Taylor Eigsti that was recorded in front of a live [socially distanced] audience last winter at the then long-time home of jazz legend Dave Brubeck. Indeed, Taylor works his magic on Dave’s grand piano in the dramatic two-story music room where Dave composed so much of his famous music. As a bonus, Wilton resident Chris Brubeck, award-winning composer and superlative trombonist and bassist, jams with Taylor on a few tunes. Instead of the usual Hot & Cool donation request, please note we are charging a non-refundable $20 fee per 'ticket' [the Zoom invitation link] that is part of the registration process. REGISTER HERE to pay the 'ticket' price and receive the Zoom invitation link.

Wednesday, April 28 @5pm via ZOOM REGISTER HERE

Join Megan, Registered Dietitian from Food Explorers, to make homemade chocolate Pop-Tarts. Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to learn how to make pastry dough from scratch, a chocolate fudge filling and delicious glaze to drizzle on top. Click here to see the list of ingredients and kitchen tools needed. REGISTER HERE in order to receive the invitation link.

Wednesday, May 5 @12pm OR @5pm via ZOOM REGISTER HERE

Join us for an educational online workshop that may help you improve your tax picture in retirement. Michael Alimo from USA Financial and Tax Services returns to Wilton Library with a fact-filled presentation. Learn about current tax law, potential changes to tax law, and strategies to get to as close to “tax-free” in retirement as you can. REGISTER HERE for your preferred session in order to receive the Zoom invitation link.

Wednesday, May 5 @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: Transcendent Kingdom

Wednesday, May 12 @12pm via ZOOM REGISTER HERE

Using Zoom, professional book discussion leader Susan Boyar discusses Transcendent Kingdom, by Yaa Gyasi this month. Wilton Library Readers book club meets the second Wednesday of each month through June. All are welcome. Click here to see more group selections. REGISTER HERE in order to receive the invitation link to the Zoom session.

In-person browsing with no appointments needed is available in our adult and teen areas. Appointments are still needed for the Children’s Library and for adult computer usage. There is no seating and studying, working, or reading at the library is not yet possible. Click here for more information.