Special events

Wilton Library's Children's Book Sale, noon to 6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 23; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 24; 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 25 (items ½ price): The annual fundraiser includes a large selection of brand-new and gently used picture books, chapter books, classics, series, videos, and DVDs. Note: Sunday items are half price.

Weir Farm Artist-in-Residence Exhibition/Reception -- Erica Harney, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 26: September brings Erica Harney to the Weir Farm artist-in-residency program. In addition to independent studio work, Harney has worked collaboratively with visual artists, musicians, writers, and choreographers. April 2011 welcomed her first-ever live drawing performance at the Pennsylvania State University, in tandem with musicians D. John Lemke and Jake Sustaita. Harney currently lives in Bellefonte, Pa., and is a visiting instructor of art at the Pennsylvania State University main campus at University Park. Co-sponsored by Weir Farm Art Center and Weir Farm National Historic Site and presented by Wilton Library. No charge. Registration suggested. Register online or call (203) 762-3950, ext. 213.

Calendar

Through Sept. 29: "The Literary Horse: When Legends Come to Life" exhibition. Enjoy an exhibition of photographs by Vanessa Wright of horses and riders, paired with quotations from world-famous books, highlighting those published before 1923.

Saturday, Sept. 24: Moving Planet -- Ride for the Trail, 7:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Middlebrook School. Sept. 24 is a global event called Moving Planet. People from 180 countries will bike, hike and skateboard as part of this worldwide rally to move beyond fossil fuels and create awareness for climate change solutions and green transportation. $10 fee to cover cost of ride and picnic; all remaining proceeds donated to support the Norwalk River Valley Trail. Hosted by Wilton Go Green, Inc., Sound Cyclists Bicycle Club, Norwalk River Valley Trail, and Wilton Alliance for a Healthier Community. Visit soundcyclists.com to register for the event.

Saturday, Sept. 24: Drop-in Autumn Crafts, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Children of all ages are invited to stop by the library and make a fall-themed craft to take home. No registration, no fee.

Sunday, Sept. 25: Wilton Candlelight Concerts at Wilton Congregational Church -- Richard Goode, pianist, 4 to 5:30 p.m., Wilton Congregational Church, 70 Ridgefield Road, Wilton. A portion of the proceeds benefits Wilton Library. For ticket information call (203) 762-3401 or visit www.wiltoncandlelightconcerts.org.

Monday, Sept. 26 through Wednesday, Dec. 7: ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Twice-weekly classes in English as a Second Language will be presented on Monday and Wednesday mornings through Dec. 7 at the Wilton Library by Westport Continuing Education for Wilton residents and those in surrounding communities. Testing and registration is required.

Monday, Sept. 26 through Wednesday, Oct. 26: Fall Story Times for babies through age 6 at various dates and times, depending on age group. See website for details. No registration; no fee.

Monday, Sept. 26: Good Reads, Great Kids, 6:15 to 7 p.m. Children in grades 2 and 3 and their parents will have the opportunity to meet and discuss books as a group. For this session children are invited to bring a book that they have read recently to talk about in this group setting. In addition to personal selections, everyone will discuss the book "Flight of the Phoenix" by R.L. LaFevers. Please note grade change to Grades 2 and 3. Parents and guardians must be present. Sponsored by the Sherman Family Fund. Registration required. Register online or call (203) 762-3950, ext. 217.

Tuesday, Sept. 27: How to Support Your Student's Study Skills and Keep Your Sanity, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Also offered at 7 p.m. Sept. 27. Parents are invited to learn how they can help their middle or high school children be successful students. Michelle Sagalyn, founder and president of S4 -- Successful Study Skills 4 Students -- will present a workshop for parents that will cover goal setting, time management, note taking, active reading, active listening, question generation, using graphic organizers, summarization and test preparation strategies. This program is co-sponsored by Wilton Youth Council, Parent Connection, Wilton Library and United Way of Coastal Fairfield County. Parent Connection is a member organization of Wilton Youth Council. Call 203/834-6241 for more information. No charge. Registration highly recommended. Register online or call (203) 762-3950, ext. 213.

Tuesday, Sept. 27: Senior Center Book Discussion: Selected Poems by Amy Clampitt, 11 to noon. Judson Scruton will lead a discussion of Selected Poems by Amy Clampitt. Group meets fourth Tuesday of each month through May (except December). Call the Senior Center for details and to register at (203) 834-6240. Comstock Community Center, 180 School Road. Visit www.wiltonlibrary.org for more dates and titles.

Wednesday, Sept. 28: Lego Club, 4 to 5 p.m. Each session will be based on a new theme such as castles, vehicles, towers and more. Kids in grades 3 and up. See website for registration details. Sponsored by the Coyle Family Young Readers Fund.

Saturday, Oct. 1, 15 & 22: Gods and Monsters: Mythic Literature of the Ancient and Medieval World -- Mark Schenker, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. A three-part series. Mark J. Schenker, Associate Dean of Yale College, will give a series of three lectures on the myths of ancient Greece and ancient Rome and on Dante's Inferno, with a focus on the tension between the Ideal and the Monstrous. No charge. Sponsored by an anonymous donor. Registration highly recommended--register separately for each of the three programs in the series. Register online or call (203) 762-3950, ext. 213.
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