<p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent;">Show some love for Wilton Library this Valentine's Day! We are partnering with</span><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent;"> Wilton Kiwanis Club</strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent;"> for its Valentine fundraiser. This always-popular annual sale features a variety of delicious chocolates from world-renowned chocolatier See's Candies as well as a variety of fresh citrus.</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent;">As a Kiwanis partner, Wilton Library will receive a portion of the proceeds from each sale.</span></p><p><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent;">Offerings include:</strong></p><ul><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">Assorted milk and dark chocolates</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">Milk and dark chocolate bars</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">Peanut brittle</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">Toffee-ettes</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">Red grapefruit</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">Cara oranges</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">Clementines</span></li><li><em style="background-color: transparent;">...and more!</em></li></ul><p><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent;">Place your order online by January 29th by clicking </strong><a href="https://k03637.site.kiwanis.org/WLA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>here</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent;">Orders will be available for pick-up at: </span><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent;">Wilton Historical Society, </strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent;">224 Danbury Road from </span><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent;">February 7–9.</strong></p>

<p><strong>AARP Driver Safety Class&nbsp;Saturday, January 25 at 10:30 am</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Please join us for this in-person session of the AARP Driver Safety Program, which is the nation's first and largest classroom driver safety course designed especially for drivers age 50 and older, although all ages are welcome.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">This single session course covers the normal changes in vision, hearing, and reaction time associated with aging and provides practical techniques on how to adjust to these changes along with learning to operate vehicles more safely in today's increasingly challenging driving environment. There are no written or driving tests. In-person classroom only.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">NY residents: please contact your insurance carrier to confirm they will accept a Connecticut State class certificate. Program cost: $20 for AARP members; $25 for non-members. Bring check (preferred) or cash only to the session. Also bring lunch if desired; there will be a 30 minute break.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Registration required. Limited to 20 participants.</span><a href="https://meoe7sn6.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001eNRhISVy2BBpwcQjoLUrykjCe92n26bFkETRZbRKcuYO5xO504ibN_MmXyUXCl953MF_jlSPVHYryYU6juu4CINlbo57y88KyzYY0zAqpk_M2SS5CxDkV2cpG4PYyvdl9VBCOT_oxgZLTuY-j7I6NJTM5BIcLpTV1FEn3KHKy5ZJ_V3CFZC261m-EaszPZdgM779r4T2nQbd2o4c2RKVbw==&amp;c=j_OQbPQ2t1ZF7J-ZKXj-RaoLn9hYkiJ5EB604ptyqZSnwVsClk52dg==&amp;ch=MpVZBxYwo6HkVdt56VYWacV1wh540F1cAVzFqu9yBNhqlq97hST72A==" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"> Register &amp; See Details</a></p>

<p>Miami University students who are ranked in the top twenty percent of undergraduate students within each division for the fall semester 2024 have been named to the Dean's list recognizing academic excellence.</p><p>Congratulations to Wilton residents Jamie Cristini and Kathleen Lamanna for making the Dean's List!</p><p>Established in 1809, Miami University is consistently ranked among the top 50 national public universities by the U.S. News &amp; World Report for providing students with an Ivy League-quality education at a public school price.</p>

<p class="ql-align-center"><strong>FC Buzz Weekend January 10-12, 2025</strong></p><p>HamletHub is proud to partner with the Cultural Alliance of Fairfield County and FCBuzz to Elevate Arts and Culture in Fairfield County! Each week, look for a listing of weekend events and activities. The Cultural Alliance of Fairfield County celebrates the vibrancy and diversity of the arts and culture across 15 towns in coastal Fairfield County. Sign up to receive a free eBuzz newsletter with top picks and spotlight events from the hundreds of events posted on FCBuzz.</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/through-a-different-set-of-eyes-art-exhibition---opening-reception" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>"Through a Different Set of Eyes" Art Exhibition - Opening Reception</strong></a></p><p><strong>Wilton Library</strong></p><p>Friday Jan 10, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm</p><p>Local artists who have asked to exhibit their works at Wilton Library will be showcased in "Through a Different Set of Eyes," the library's January art exhibition. This exhibition features artists from Wilton and surrounding towns who have submitted inquiries expressing an interest to display their works at the library. Their works represent a wide variety of styles, media, and subject matter.</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/documentary-screening-i-hope-this-helps" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>Documentary Screening: I Hope This Helps!</strong></a></p><p><strong>Norwalk Conservatory Black Box</strong></p><p>Friday Jan 10, 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm</p><p>The film is written &amp; directed by Daniel Freed and is Executive Produced by Matthew Modine and Adam Rackoff. "I Hope This Helps" was awarded Best Feature Documentary at TIFF and will screen in Norwalk as part of our kick off celebration. After the screening, the filmmakers will join for a special Q&amp;A to discuss the film and the state of our industry &amp; AI. And don’t miss the Opening Night Party from 8pm - 10pm.</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/best-of-the-eagles" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>Best of the Eagles</strong></a></p><p><strong>Stamford Center for the Arts</strong></p><p>Friday Jan 10, 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm</p><p>BOTE is the most exact interpretation of the music of the Eagles in America, bar none! Each member mirrors his counterpart in the Eagles instrumentally and vocally. However, this is no simple copy band or impersonator act, but rather a group of excellent musicians who expertly and authentically re-create the songs, the music, the vocals, and the magical aura of one of America’s greatest rock bands. After selling out many venues in the region including the Count Basie Theatre in Red Bank, NJ, BOTE looks forward to sharing a great night of Eagles hits.</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/5th-annual-norwalk-film-festival-214ea" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>5th Annual Norwalk Film Festival</strong></a></p><p><strong>District Music Hall</strong></p><p>Friday Jan 10, 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm</p><p>Enjoy a multitude of screenings, insightful filmmaker Q&amp;A’s, and panel discussions. It all starts Friday evening with an opening night party, January 10th at 6pm – all are welcome! Films will be screened Saturday, January 11th and Sunday, January 12th at The District Music Hall. Filmmaker Q&amp;A and panels will be held, conveniently, next door at Space67Studios.</p><p><a href="https://www.norwalkfilmfestival.org/2025-festival" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>SEED&amp;SPARK WORKSHOP: Crowdfunding to Gain Independence</strong></a></p><p><strong>Norwalk Conservatory of the Arts</strong></p><p>Saturday, Jan 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm, offers&nbsp;<strong>.&nbsp;</strong>Learn crowdfunding and building your audience from one of its earliest and most important pioneers. Emily Best is the founder and CEO of Seed&amp;Spark, a platform that makes entertainment more diverse, inclusive, connected and essential. Seed&amp;Spark’s platform and national education program have helped thousands of bold storytellers raise millions to bring to life entirely new stories, and Seed&amp;Spark delivers those stories into workplaces for employee training, engagement, and intelligence through an enterprise SaaS platform Film Forward.</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/meet-the-author-an-afternoon-with-guy-trebay-and-chris-frantz" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>Meet the Author: An Afternoon with Guy Trebay and Chris Frantz</strong></a></p><p><strong>Pequot Library</strong></p><p>Saturday Jan 11, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm</p><p>Guy Trebay has chronicled culture, both high and low, for decades, writing for The New Yorker, the Village Voice, Interview, Esquire, and Artforum. He has served as a style reporter and critic for The New York Times for the last two decades.</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/documentary-screening-ratified" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>Ratified</strong></a></p><p><strong>District Music Hall</strong></p><p>Saturday Jan 11, 2025, 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm</p><p>In partnership with Fund for Women &amp; Girls at Fairfield County's Community Foundation, Norwalk Film Festival presents @ratifythefilm. Ratified follows a multi-racial, multi-generational coalition of activists and politicians taking up the mantle of the 100 year struggle to enshrine the Equal Rights Amendment in the US Constitution by pushing Virginia to become the 38th and final state needed to ratify the ERA.</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/sun-kings" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>Sun Kings. Relive a magical time in music history with “SUN KINGS – A BEATLES TRIBUTE.”</strong></a></p><p><strong>Stamford Center for the Arts</strong></p><p>Saturday Jan 11, 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm, welcomes Sit back, relax, and enjoy the music created by one of the most influential bands of our time. You’ll hear many of their No. 1 hits as well as some of their lesser known tunes – all performed with an attention to detail duplicating their tight harmonies, fancy guitar work, and solid backbeat. In other words, that signature Beatles sound!</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/puss-in-boots-9ad05" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>Puss in Boots</strong></a></p><p><strong>Downtown Cabaret Theatre</strong></p><p>Saturday Jan 11, 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm</p><p>Hold onto your hats and buckle up for a purr-fectly exciting adventure as DCT brings the timeless tale of Puss in Boots to life like never before! Get ready to meet the coolest cat in town—Puss in Boots! With a twinkle in his eye and style for miles, this cunning feline is ready to charm audiences of all ages with his quick wit, killer fashion sense, and oh-so-savvy schemes. Join Puss in Boots on a wild ride as he outsmarts everyone in his path, from bumbling ogres to tricky trolls. But watch out, because this clever kitty might just find himself in some hairy situations along the way!</p><p>Sunday Jan 12, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm,&nbsp;<strong>Space67Studios</strong>&nbsp;hosts&nbsp;<strong>The Work - A Filmmaking Workshop</strong>. Part of the Norwalk Film Festival, "The Work" is an intensive four-part series workshop focusing on the day-to-day practice of filmmaking – all of it gleaned from seasoned professionals who roll up their sleeves to develop story, direct a casting, get the shots and master post.</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/the-work---filmmaking-workshop" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(2, 177, 151);">https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/the-work---filmmaking-workshop</a></p><p>See these and discover hundreds more events on the&nbsp;<a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(2, 177, 151);">FCBUZZ EVENTS</a>&nbsp;page at&nbsp;<a href="https://culturalalliancefc.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(2, 177, 151);">https://culturalalliancefc.org</a>&nbsp;Sign up for the&nbsp;<a href="https://culturalalliancefc.org/resources/newsletter-sign-up/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(2, 177, 151);">Cultural Alliance eBuzz</a>&nbsp;to receive top picks and spotlights each week in your inbox.</p>

<p>Owen Lillis from Wilton has earned Liberty League All-Academic honors in recognition of their excellence in the classroom.</p><p>Lillis is a member of the Class of 2025 and is majoring in finance and business in the liberal arts. They are a member of the Saints Men's Soccer team. Lillis attended Wilton High School.</p><p>To be recognized as a member of the All-Academic team a student-athlete must be a sophomore or higher in class standing and enrolled full-time with a cumulative grade point average of at least <a href="3.30." rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">3.30.</a></p><p>Visit&nbsp;<a href="http://email.readme.readmedia.com/ss/c/u001.pzLsSHaO_trJDJO85aH7Rc-M-DOpOGn8O-y2LhWjV8Q/4cz/Cxe5NDK-RwOCy-EQ3ErvtA/h0/h001.ZMIFYyWzbqAnOYxPZinSQDHp5bOUyUoVS6zSEP1oVRg" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.stlawu.edu</a>.</p>

<p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">“Fire and Ice” will surely entice! The Wilton Chamber of Commerce together with our event sponsor, </span><a href="https://wiltonchamber.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acd2e437116154294c7e70a54&amp;id=efb11e69a0&amp;e=9f77ecf78c" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">Fairfield County Bank</a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> proudly presents our annual Winter Carnival themed “Fire and Ice” on Sunday, February 2, from 12-3pm! Our annual event takes a twist this year with a captivating fusion of opposites, bringing together the warmth of fire and the chill of ice in a vibrant celebration for our community!</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Guests will be mesmerized at the Town Green by the ice sculpting and wood carving demonstrations allowing them to witness the transformation of raw materials into intricate works of art! Queen Frost and Wintery Snowman will be there to meet and greet with our young guests while fire dancers add a thrilling spectacle and fiery displays for our adults and teens!</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Ice sculptures will be hidden around Wilton Center for a scavenger hunt and lucky winners will be presented with gift cards to local Wilton business! Wander further as the warmth of bon fires beckons, inviting you to gather around for relief from the chill and a cozy ambiance for s’mores presented by the Wilton Rotary Club.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Food trucks will offer hot and spicy, and cool culinary delights while face painters and fun activities throughout the Town Green entertain children.</span></p><p class="ql-align-justify"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Join us for this lively celebration as we bring our community together to enjoy the festivities and support our local businesses. It’s the perfect opportunity to explore all that Wilton Center has to offer and help to strengthen our local economy and show your community pride! So, gather your friends and family, and come down to be a part of the fun while making a positive impact on the businesses that makes Wilton so special. We can’t wait to see you there!</span></p><p class="ql-align-justify"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">This event is proudly presented by event sponsor, </span><a href="https://wiltonchamber.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acd2e437116154294c7e70a54&amp;id=bf8629e9c1&amp;e=9f77ecf78c" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">Fairfield County Bank</a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> and in partnership with </span><a href="https://wiltonchamber.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acd2e437116154294c7e70a54&amp;id=2de4658882&amp;e=9f77ecf78c" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">Gregory and Adams, P.C.</a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">, </span><a href="https://wiltonchamber.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acd2e437116154294c7e70a54&amp;id=4b72300464&amp;e=9f77ecf78c" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">Kimco Realty</a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">, </span><a href="https://wiltonchamber.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acd2e437116154294c7e70a54&amp;id=4386029d0a&amp;e=9f77ecf78c" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">Riverbrook Regional YMCA</a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">, </span><a href="https://wiltonchamber.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acd2e437116154294c7e70a54&amp;id=5078f3473c&amp;e=9f77ecf78c" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">The Village Market</a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">, </span><a href="https://wiltonchamber.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acd2e437116154294c7e70a54&amp;id=949d652c50&amp;e=9f77ecf78c" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">Wilton Library</a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">, and the </span><a href="https://wiltonchamber.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acd2e437116154294c7e70a54&amp;id=c6d765b1f5&amp;e=9f77ecf78c" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">Wilton Rotary Club</a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">.</span></p><p class="ql-align-justify"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">For vendors interested in participating in the event, download application form here: </span><a href="https://wiltonchamber.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=acd2e437116154294c7e70a54&amp;id=d3f669aaf9&amp;e=9f77ecf78c" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent;">WINTER CARNIVAL VENDOR FORM</a><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent;"> or contact Camille Carriero at </span><a href="mailto:info@wiltonchamber.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent;">info@wiltonchamber.com</a><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent;"> or call 203-762-0567. This event is rain, snow, or shine</span></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>