Wilton Library adds programs to February lineup of events
Friday, Feb. 10, 17 & 24 Movement and Dance for Little Ones, 11 – 11:30 a.m. Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to join a fun time of moving, grooving, jumping, shaking, singing and playing instruments. A great Friday morning work-out! No registration required. Wilton Library, 137 Old Ridgefield Road, Wilton; www.wiltonlibrary.org; (203) 762-3950.
Friday, Feb. 10 Is My Book a Window or a Mirror?, 4 – 4:30 p.m. Stop by the Presidents' Room to make your own emoji cookies while we talk about whether or not we see our own faces in books. Who knows, you might even find out about a new book you'll enjoy! For students in grades 6-12. Registration required. Sponsored by the John and Patricia Curran Fund. Wilton Library, 137 Old Ridgefield Road, Wilton; www.wiltonlibrary.org; 203-762-3950.
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Monday, Feb. 13 The Village Movement: Improving the Experience of Aging, 5 – 6 p.m. Are you looking for more choices as you or your parents age? In 1999, this was the inspiration of a group of friends in the Boston area resulting in what is now known nationwide as ‘The Village Movement’. Stay at Home in Wilton, a member of the national Village to Village Network, began in 2010 has grown to almost 100 members. This is a live-streamed national simulcast of Dr. Atul Gawande, renowned surgeon and bestselling author of Being Mortal, who will speak about the value of community and opportunities as we grow older. A reception with drinks and hors d'oeuvres will follow for this special celebration. Co-sponsored by Stay at Home Wilton and Wilton Library. Registration is highly recommended. Register online or call 203-762-6334. Wilton Library, 137 Old Ridgefield Road, Wilton; www.wiltonlibrary.org; 203-762-3950.
Wednesday, Feb. 22 Weir Farm Artist-in-Residence Exhibition/Reception: Merill Comeau, 6 – 7:30 p.m. February brings Merill Comeau to the Weir Farm Artist-in-Residence program. Merrill's work takes the shape of murals and garments that explore historical and contemporary women’s roles: the toil of the maker, the privilege of the wearer, the job of mothering, how to be a ‘good’ daughter, and societal expectations for sexual and emotional expression. Co-sponsored by Weir Farm Art Center and Weir Farm National Historic Site and presented by Wilton Library. No charge. Registration suggested. Wilton Library, 137 Old Ridgefield Road, Wilton; www.wiltonlibrary.org; (203) 762-3950.
Sunday, Feb. 26, Where in the World, 1 – 5 p.m. The Wilton EDC and Wilton Library are celebrating Wilton's diversity by inviting families to mark their countries of ancestry on a wall map that will be on display in the gallery and then in the Children’s Library. Children are invited to decorate paper squares in images reflecting their cultural heritage, which will then be constructed into a paper quilt that will be displayed in the Children's Library. Through this project, Wilton's growing diversity will be creatively illustrated through the eyes of its children. No registration required; just drop by. Wilton Library, 137 Old Ridgefield Road, Wilton; www.wiltonlibrary.org; 203-762-3950.