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.

Thankgiving Day service, Nov. 26, 10 a.m. at First Church of Christ, Scientist, Wilton, 531 Danbury Road at the intersection with Scribner Road. The public is welcome. Information: christiansciencect.org/wilton or by leaving a message at 762-3809.

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.

El Grupo de Niños (Spanish Story Time), Saturday, Nov. 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.

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. Due to overwhelming response, this class has been changed to a demonstration style class. 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.

Wilton Library’s Holiday Book Sale, Tuesday, Dec. 1 through Wednesday, Dec. 23. The library’s holiday book sale in the gallery offers bargains, with many books in like-new condition, making an opportunity for holiday gift-giving. All sales support the library. Open during regular library hours throughout the month. 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 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. After the film, Bill Ziegler leads a short Q&A session. 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.

Encore monthly coffee, Friday, Dec. 4, at 10 at the home of Cora Martin. Reservations: 834-0069 by Dec. 2. Prospective members welcome.

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 .

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 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 .

AARP Driver Safety Class-Session I and II, Saturday, Dec. 5 and Dec. 12, 1 - 5 p.m., Wilton Library. The AARP Driver Safety Program is the nation’s first and largest classroom driver safety course designed especially for drivers age 50 and older. The two-part, eight hour course covers the normal changes in vision, hearing and reaction time associated with ageing and provides practical techniques on how to adjust to these changes. There are no written or driving tests — classroom only. Registration required. Program cost: $12 for AARP members; $14 for non-members, payable at time of first class Information: 762-3950, or wiltonlibrary.org.

Author Talk: Children’s Author Grace Lin, Saturday, Dec. 5, 2 -2:45 p.m., Wilton Library. Adults and children are invited to a presentation from Nutmeg-nominated author Grace Lin. Ms. Lin will talk about her experience as a multicultural author and the various techniques she uses to write her picture books. Ms. Lin will also be available for a book signing after the presentation. Her most recent novel, Where The Mountain Meets The Moon, garnered three starred reviews and was the 2009 Parents’ Choice Gold Winner. Registration is suggested: 762-3950, or wiltonlibrary.org.

WINRs (Wilton Intermediate Nutmeg Readers) Circle, Saturday, Dec. 5, 3 -3:45 p.m., Wilton Library. This is a book discussion for kids in grades 4-6 which features the 2010 Nutmeg nominees. CT’s Nutmeg Award encourages children to read literature selected by a panel of state librarians. The children choose their favorite book out of ten titles. Pizza is also donated by Wilton Pizza. December’s book discussion is The Year of the Dog by Grace Lin. Bring a friend, win a prize. Author visit is the same day, from 2 - 2:45. No program fee, registration is required: 762-3950, or wiltonlibrary.org.

Opening Reception for “5 of the Best,” Sunday, Dec. 6, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., Wilton Library. Reception for 5 of the Best, which includes works by the following artists: C.J. Guerin of New Canaan, Ruth Newquist of Newtown, Marisa Taddei of Hamden, Laura Wilk of Weston and Beverly Ward of Wilton. The exhibition will be on display from Dec. 1 through Dec. 29. A portion of the proceeds benefits the library. Information: 762-3950, or wiltonlibrary.org.

Wilton Library’s Annual Friends Holiday Party, Sunday, Dec. 6, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Wilton Library Association trustees host this annual holiday get-together. The public is welcome. Information: 762-3950, or wiltonlibrary.org.

Drop-in Story Times for Ones and Twos with Caregivers, Tuesday, Dec. 8 and 15, 10:15 - 10:45 a.m., Wilton Library. This program is a sharing time for toddlers and their caregivers. The finger plays, songs, books and activities are selected to introduce children to the library and to story times. No program charge. No registration. Information: 762-3950, or wiltonlibrary.org.

Drop-in Story Times for Threes and Fours with Caregivers, Tuesday, Dec. 8 and 15, 11 - 11:30 a.m., Wilton Library. Join us for hand clapping-toe tapping songs, finger plays and stories that encourage emerging language skills. No program charge. No registration. Information: 762-3950, or wiltonlibrary.org.

Services for Seniors: Helping Seniors to Remain in Their Own Homes, Tuesday, Dec. 8, 11 - noon, Wilton Library. Lea Mintz, the community liaison with the Family and Children’s Agency in Norwalk, returns with an encore discussion about helping seniors maintain their independence by remaining in their own homes. The talk provides tips and strategies for keeping seniors safe and independent at home. A LifeLine coupon for free installation and two months free service will be available for each attendee. No charge for program. Advance registration suggested: 762-3950, or wiltonlibrary.org.

Drop-in Story Times for Fours-Sixes, Tuesday, Dec. 8 and 15, 2 - 2:45 p.m., Wilton Library. For independent listeners ages 4-6. Story time that provides children with experiences that enrich early literacy. NPages 4A-5A

Author Talk: John Elder Robison — Look Me in the Eye: My Life with Asperger’s, Tuesday, Dec. 8, 11 -12:30 p.m., Wilton Library. John Robison, was diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome, a high-performing form of autism, will discuss his memoir, which was received excellent reviews. Refreshments served. Co-sponsored by SPED*NET Wilton, Wilton PTA Council, and Wilton Library. No charge. Books available for purchase and signing, courtesy of RJ Julia Booksellers. Registration highly recommended: 762-3950, or wiltonlibrary.org,

Happy Hanukah at Wilton Library, Tuesday, Dec. 8, 4 - 4:45 p.m., Wilton Library. Children ages 5-11 are invited to the library to share Hanukkah stories, sing songs and make a craft. Registration required; no fee. Information: 762-3950, or wiltonlibrary.org.

Gingerbread House Decorating for Teens, Wednesday, Dec. 9, 5 - 6 p.m., Wilton Library. Teens in grades 7-12 use candy and icing to decorate gingerbread houses. Registration required: 762-3950, or wiltonlibrary.org.

The Grapes of Wrath: Film Showing with Bill Ziegler, Thursday, Dec. 10, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Wilton Library. Following the film, Bill Ziegler leads a short Q&A session. No charge. Registration highly recommended: 762-3950, or wiltonlibrary.org

Belgian Beer Tasting with Gregg Glaser, Thursday, Dec. 10, 7 - 8:30 p.m., Wilton Library. Last October, we celebrated Oktoberfest with a tasting of beers led by Gregg Glaser, local beer writer and guru, and this year Gregg returns to the library to lead a tasting of the distinct beers of Belgium, including Trappist Ales, Sour Red Ales, Wild-Yeast-Fermented Lambic Ales, Saison Ales. Registration highly recommended. Suggested donation of $10. Must be 21 years or older. Information: 762-3950, or wiltonlibrary.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 auditorium. Tickets are $15 for adults and $8 for students. 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.

Menorah lighting celebration, Dec. 14, at 5:30 p.m. on the Town Green in Wilton Center. The event will include live music, hot latkes, Hanukah gelt, dreidels, and is free and open to all. The menorah will be on display from Dec. 11- 19. The event is organized by the Schneerson Center for Jewish Life , CT. Information: 635-4118.

Encore Christmas luncheon at Bernard’s in Ridgefield, Wednesday, Dec. 16. Reservations: Denise Tamayo by Wednesday, Dec. 9 at 762-8840. The cost of the luncheon is $38. Prospective members welcome.

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

Wilton Dance Studio’s production of “The Nutcracker,” featuring 101 local soloists and dancers, Sunday, Dec. 20, at 1 and 4, at Wilton High School Auditorium. For information about the production or tickets: 544-9007 and leave your request. Tickets are also available online by visiting www.wiltondance.com or calling 544-8820.