Bulletin Board

The Bulletin Board is a guide to events of public interest happening in Wilton designed to let you know what’s happening and when, and to help schedule important events. Send listings to The Wilton Bulletin, Box 367, or e-mail them to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it by 5 p.m. Wednesday the week before intended publication. The full listings are posted at wiltonbulletin.com.

The Miller-Driscoll Schools’ Scholastic Book Fair will be open daily on Thursday, Nov. 19, Friday, Nov. 20, and Monday, Nov. 23, from 8 to 4; and on Wednesday, Nov. 25, from 8 to 2. A special family event will be held on Thursday, Nov. 19 from 6 to 8 p.m. The event will take place in the Driscoll gymnasium at 336 Belden Hill Road.

Giving and Receiving — Healing Loss During the Holidays, Thursday, Nov. 19, 4 to 5:30, Wilton Library. This workshop, led by Rev. Karen S. Judd, Interfaith minister, is designed to help people deal with their loss through lecture and experiential exercises. All who grieve any type of loss are invited. Provided by Mid-Fairfield Hospice. No charge. Advance registration suggested: 762-3950, or wiltonlibrary.org.

Weir Farm Artist-in-Residence Exhibition/Reception: Tara Kelton, Thursday, Nov. 19, 6-7:30 p.m., Wilton Library. November brings Tara Kelton to the Weir Farm artist in residency program. She is an Indian-American artist and designer who recently completed her master’s degree at the Yale School of Art. Co-sponsored by Weir Farm Art Center and Weir Farm National Historic Site and presented by Wilton Library. Information: 762-3950, or wiltonlibrary.org.

Have Your Cake and Read It Too!, Thursday, Nov. 19, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Wilton Library. Join Wilton Library’s Kids’ Book Club for children in grades three and up; dessert will be served and adults will be included. Children and their adults will read the book selection and then join the discussion. This month’s book is Good Masters! Sweet Ladies!: Voices from a Medieval Village by Laura Amy Schlitz. No program fee, registration is recommended: 762-3950, or wiltonlibrary.org.

“Where the Wild Things Are” Wild Rumpus, Friday, Nov. 20, 4–4:45 p.m., Wilton Library. Children in grades K-2 are invited to get wild at the library in celebration of the new movie, Where the Wild Things Are, based on the classic tale by Maurice Sendak. Kids can come to the library in their jammies and enjoy a reading of the book, craft, snacks, and dancing. Registration required, no fee: 762-3950, or wiltonlibrary.org

“Pippin,” Wilton Playshop production of Stephen Schwartz musical, Friday, Nov. 20, at 8 and Saturday, Nov. 21, at 8. Tickets: Box office, 762-7629; Web site: wiltonplayshop.org.

“Annie Jr.” at Wilton Children’s Theater, Friday, Nov. 20, 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 21, and Sunday, Nov. 22, at 2 p.m., Middlebrook School Auditorium. The play is based on the Broadway musical. All tickets are $10. Information: wiltonchildrenstheater.org, or 761-8684.

Wilton Post Office employees to conduct yearly food drive on Saturday, Nov. 21. Postal customers are asked to leave nonpersishable items in and around their mailboxes for mail carriers to pick up. Food donations may also be dropped off at the post office lobby on Friday and Saturday. The food will be distributed to Christian Community Action in Norwalk and the Wilton Social Services’ food pantry.

El Grupo de Niños (Spanish Story Time), Saturday, Nov. 21 and 28, 11 - 11:45 a.m., Wilton Library. Children ages 5 -7 are invited to join this weekly Spanish story time in November. Activities will include book reading, songs, short videos, games, and more. Spanish students from Wilton High School will assist. Caretakers must remain in the building. Registration required, no fee. Information: 762-3950, or wiltonlibrary.org.

Tales to Tails, Saturday, Nov. 21, 11–noon, Wilton Library. The Good Dog Foundation brings therapy dogs to the library for children to read to them. No program charge; registration is required: 762-3950, or wiltonlibrary.org.

Zion’s Hill United Methodist Church’s Service of Celebration, Sunday, Nov. 22, to mark the church’s 165th anniversary. The worship service begins at 10 a.m. at the church at 470 Danbury Road. There will be music, a special guest, Carl Kohn, a former pastor, and a specially baked birthday cake. Zion’s Hill welcomes its new pastor, Stephen Goldstein and his wife, Pam, to the parish. Parishioners invite anyone interested to attend the service and celebration.

Turkey Shoot, target shooting competition sponsored by Georgetown Lions Club, Sunday, Nov. 22, 1 to 3 at the Lions Ball Field at Route 7 and Old Mill Road. Participants have the chance to win a gift certificate for the purchase of a turkey, with proceeds going to charities. Information: 544-9977.

ESL Class, Monday, Nov. 23 through Wednesday, Dec. 16, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., Wilton Library. Class filled based on placement testing. Information: 762-3950, or wiltonlibrary.org.

Thanksgiving Story Time, Monday, Nov. 23, 6-6:30 p.m., Wilton Library. Children ages 3 to 6 are invited to a Thanksgiving-themed story time. A variety of stories and songs will be shared. No registration, no fee. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Information: 762-3950, or wiltonlibrary.org.

Senior Center Book Discussion, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 11-noon, Comstock Community Center. Ray Rauth leads a discussion of Sailing Alone Around the World by Joshua Slocum. Group meets fourth Tuesday of each month through May (except in December). Call the Senior Center for details and to register at 834-6240.

Children’s Movie: A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2-2:30 p.m., Wilton Library. Enjoy a nostalgic Thanksgiving experience at the library with a showing of A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving. Children under 8 must be accompanied by a caregiver, children 8-12 must have a caregiver in the building. No charge and no registration needed. Information: 762-3950, or wiltonlibrary.org.

Day After Thanksgiving Movies, Friday, Nov. 27, 10:15 a.m. and 2 p.m., Wilton Library. Two free movies for kids: 10:15 a.m., Disney’s Up (PG); 2 p.m., Monsters vs. Aliens (PG). Free popcorn and lemonade. Children under 8 must be accompanied by caregivers, ages 8 to 12 must have caregivers in the building. No charge and no registration. Information: 762-3950, or wiltonlibrary.org.

Family Game Time, Saturday, Nov. 28, 3-4 p.m., Wilton Library. Families are invited to the library to play favorite board and card games in a fun, informal atmosphere. Board and card games will be available and include Clue, Monopoly Jr., Scrabble, Old Maid, Uno, and more. Light snacks will also be provided. Open to children of all ages and their adults; children must be accompanied by a caregiver. No registration, no fee. Information: 762-3950, or wiltonlibrary.org.

Hands-on Computer Classes: Basic Twitter, Monday, Nov. 30, 12:30-2 p.m., Wilton Library. Learn how to tweet and let your followers know what’s going on in your life. Follow those with information you care about, world events and local events in this free class. Basic computer skills, including mouse proficiency, are required. No charge. Class limited to ten students — advance registration required. Information: 762-3950, or wiltonlibrary.org.

28th annual “Home for the Holidays” show, presented by Wilton Kiwanis Club, Saturday, Dec. 5, 8 p.m., Clune Center for the Arts at Wilton High School. Actress Jane Powell is emcee. Ticket information: 203-604-9014, wiltonkiwanis.org.

ESL Class, Wednesday, Dec. 2 through Wednesday, Dec. 16, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., Wilton Library Continuation of twice-weekly classes in English as a Second Language presented on Mondays and Wednesdays at Wilton Library by Westport Continuing Education, for Wilton residents and those in surrounding communities. Class filled based on placement testing. Information: 762-3950, or wiltonlibrary.org.

Wreath-making for Teens, Wednesday, Dec. 2, 5 - 6:30 p.m., Wilton Library. Teens in grades 7-12 learn to make wreaths while listening to holiday tunes. Bring a bag of greens (evergreen, boxwood, laurel, etc.), work gloves and clippers. Library supplies the frames, ribbons and berries. Registration required: 762-3950, or wiltonlibrary.org.

The Grapes of Wrath: Book Discussion with Bill Ziegler, Thursday, Dec. 3, 10:30 - noon, Wilton Library. Bill Ziegler leads a discussion of John Steinbeck’s The Grapes of Wrath. On Thursday, Dec. 10, the approximately two-hour film will be shown in the Brubeck Room from 11 to noon and from 1 to 2 p.m., with a break for lunch between viewings. A brief Q&A will follow the film. Feel free to bring a brown bag lunch and water and chips will be provided. No charge. Registration highly recommended: 762-3950, or wiltonlibrary.org.

A Visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus, Thursday, Dec. 3 and 10, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m., Wilton Library. Children of all ages are invited to stop by the Children’s Library to see Santa and Mrs. Claus. Mrs. Claus will also share holiday stories with the children. No registration, no fee. Information: 762-3950, or wiltonlibrary.org.

Wilton Holiday Walk, Friday, Dec. 4, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Wilton Library takes part in the annual Wilton Holiday Walk and provides refreshments, a fire in the fireplace and shelter from a cold, winter night. Information: 762-3950, or wiltonlibrary.org.

Art of the Wreath Party, Friday, Dec. 4, 7 to 9:30 p.m., Ambler Farm. Wine, appetizers and a viewing of wreaths by professional and amateur artists will be featured. Wreaths will be for a sale in a silent auction. Fee: $50, non-member; $45, member. Information: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Holiday Greens Sale at Ambler Farm, Saturday, Dec. 5 and 12, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 6 and 13, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This holiday tradition offers cocoa, cider, a visit with Santa and opportunity to select a fresh-cut tree. Trees, wreaths and roping may be pre-ordered from Web site. Information: amblerfarm.org, or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

28th annual “Home for the Holidays” show, presented by Wilton Kiwanis Club, Saturday, Dec. 5, 8 p.m., Clune Center for the Arts at Wilton High School. Actress Jane Powell is emcee. Ticket information: 203-604-9014, wiltonkiwanis.org.

Holiday Spectacular, presented by The Walter Schalk School of Dance and The Wilton Bank, Saturday, Dec. 12, at 2, and Sunday, Dec. 13 at 2 and 6, Wilton High School auditiorium. Tickets are $15 for adults and $8 for sutdents. Tickets are available at the bank, at 47 Old Ridgefield Road (762-2265), Dance Corner Plus, 1 Morse Court, New Canaan (966-2972) and the dance school (762-7508). General admission tickets available at the door. Proceeds go to Schalk Scholarship Fund for the Performing Arts, a nonprofit 501(c)(3).