Land trust meeting: A look at young people and nature

Written by Wilton Bulletin Staff
Saturday, 11 February 2012 07:00

With a message of establishing a positive attitude toward nature in childhood, Henryk Teraszkiewicz will be the guest speaker at the Wilton Land Conservation Trust's 12th Annual Members Meeting on Thursday, Feb. 16, at 7:30 p.m. at Wilton Library.

Mr. Teraszkiewicz is executive director of the Woodcock Nature Center. He will speak on Conservation of Tomorrow, Overcoming Nature Deficit Disorder Today, the importance of introducing children and families to the natural world.

American Legion meets Tuesday

Written by Wilton Bulletin Staff
Saturday, 11 February 2012 07:00

The James B. Whipple American Legion Post 86 in Wilton will meet Tuesday, Feb. 14, at 7 p.m. at 112 Old Ridgefield Road in Wilton Center. All veterans are welcome. Information: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Scrabble fans head to Cannon Grange

Written by Jeannette Ross
Friday, 10 February 2012 07:00

The word "grange" is worth eight points. If you're playing Scrabble, that is.

The word game aficionados are invited to Cannon Grange Hall on Saturday evening, Feb. 11, where several Scrabble boards will be in play from 6 until midnight.

Nature center offers winter camp

Written by Wilton Bulletin Staff
Thursday, 09 February 2012 22:41

Children ages 4 to 8 who have a break from school the week of Feb. 20, are invited to spend it at a week-long camp at Woodcock Nature Center.

They will learn about the world around them through hands-on activities, animal presentations, hikes, and crafts. Each day will focus on a specific nature-related topic. They may register for daily sessions or for the full week.

Trackside rocks on

Written by Wilton Bulletin Staff
Thursday, 09 February 2012 22:42

Trackside welcomes back the bands Borrowed Glory and Downstairs Mixup on Friday, Feb. 10.

Borrowed Glory of Weston returns with its classic rock style behind lead guitarist and singer Ryan Bigelow. Mr. Bigelow and his bandmates, Cameron Swanson on the bass guitar and Eli Chodock on the drums, are in the process of recording their second studio album to follow up their debut album "Leaky Roofs, Loud Noises."

Tips on getting the most of a day fishing

Written by Wilton Bulletin Staff
Thursday, 09 February 2012 22:39

With less than two months to go to the start of trout season on April 1, two Wilton experts will help fellow anglers get ready for opening day with a presentation on Tuesday, Feb. 14. Jeff Yates, president of the Mianus chapter of Trout Unlimited, and chapter vice president Dean Keister will focus on fly fishing skills to maximize an angler's time on the water.

Weir Farm wins state grant

Written by Jeannette Ross
Tuesday, 07 February 2012 07:00

State Rep. Gail Lavielle (R-143) announced this week the Weir Farm Art Center in Wilton has been awarded a $4,270 grant from the Connecticut Department of Economic Development (DECD).

Disabled voters may get permanent absentee ballots

Monday, 06 February 2012 07:00

The state legislature has passed a new law that lets people with mobility issues that are not going away to apply for permanent absentee ballot status. Wilton's town clerk and registrars of voters are notifying voters the new law allows permanently disabled voters to receive absentee ballot applications automatically upon filing a physician's statement with the town clerk.

Violinist Josefowicz in Candlelight Concert

Written by Wilton Bulletin staff
Monday, 06 February 2012 07:00

Violinist Leila Josefowicz has performed with some of the world's most eminent orchestras and conductors — among them Sir Neville Mariner and the orchestra of the Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields — and on Sunday, Feb. 12, she will come to Wilton as part of the Candlelight Concert series.

River trail options are open for discussion

Sunday, 05 February 2012 07:00

Walkers, hikers, cyclists and equestrians who are interested in the proposed Norwalk River Valley Trail are invited to a public meeting on Thursday, Feb. 16, 7 to 8:30 p.m., at the Gilbert & Bennett School, 49 New Street, Georgetown. The meeting will address portions of the trail that are planned to pass through Wilton, Redding and Ridgefield.