Marking Black History Month, the Wilton Historical Society presents, Tools of a Shameful Trade, a small exhibition of slavery artifacts. Though many of the objects which can be seen are from the south, slavery in Connecticut dates back as far as the mid-1600s. The objects on display include a neck collar, shackles, a plantation whip, […]
Jim Kapustka, CPA and retired global controller for Marsh & McLennan Companies, is the treasurer of Stay at Home in Wilton. He will discuss the new tax law and how it affects seniors. Topics of discussion include: 2018 tax update for seniors Tax cuts and jobs act: impact on brackets, deductions and other changes Documentation […]
Enjoy some wine while socializing with other members and prospective members while sampling the 'Best of British Baking' demonstrated by a Brit Club Committee Member at her home in Wilton. $10 per person at the door– please RSVP by Feb. 22 via email.
Wilton's State Rep. Gail Lavielle is co-hosting an informational forum on tolls with State Rep. Terrie Wood (R-Norwalk/Darien) at the Norwalk Inn & Conference Center. This follows the bill introduced by Gov. Ned Lamont (Gov. Bill 7202) to install electronic highway tolls across the state. The summary page is available online. Lavielle and Wood have invited the Transportation […]
Dine at Craft 14 on Wednesday, Feb. 27 and 10% of your food and beverage order will be donated to BACK THE TRACK! Visit either at lunch (12-3 p.m.) or dinner (5-9 p.m.). Click here for the BACK THE TRACK Craft relay ticket–bring it with you to make sure your meal is counted!
To encourage readership and kick-off our Wilton Reads program, paperback copies of The Tattooist of Auschwitz by Heather Morris will be distributed to members of the community free of charge, courtesy of Fairfield County Bank. The books will be given away on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last in one morning and one evening […]
Attention 7th grade parents: Orientation meetings for Class Project 2024 will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 27. Please plan on attending a meeting at Comstock Community Center at either 12 p.m. or 7:30 p.m.. Both meetings will present the same information and give parents the opportunity to learn about all there is to now about […]
To encourage readership and kick-off our Wilton Reads program, paperback copies of The Tattooist of Auschwitz by Heather Morris will be distributed to members of the community free of charge, courtesy of Fairfield County Bank. The books will be given away on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last in one morning and one evening […]
Powered by Fairfield County's Community Foundation, Giving Day is our region's biggest philanthropic event of the year. It is a 24-hour online giving marathon designed to amplify the amazing work of our nonprofit community. Join us and celebrate the power of giving in Fairfield County- 24 hours to give where you live! This is the 6th year for this incredible day of giving! For as little as $10 you can make a difference in our community! Go to fcgives.org and find the nonprofits you want to support with your donations!
Wilton Commons will be celebrating Black History Month with an event called “A Taste of History” this Thursday, Feb. 28. Attendees will have the opportunity to sample Southern-inspired cuisine and dishes that were significant during those times and take home recipes to try on their own. In addition to this, the event will consist of […]
(sponsored) THIS EVENT IS POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER... NEW DATE IS TBD Summer Camp Open House Saturday, March 2 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Meet the Woodcock Nature Center staff and learn what your children will be doing during our popular Summer Camp and Summer Uncharted programs. New and returning campers welcome. This event […]
What could be more fun than toys? While today’s kids tend to dive into screens for a diversion, some simple toys are as much fun today as they were 200 years ago. Children in colonial times spent a lot of time working, and were eager to partake of outdoor activities, using little more than their […]
NEW DATE–NOW SUNDAY, MARCH 3 (POSTPONED FROM SATURDAY MARCH 2) Come experience a New England tradition: turning sap into syrup! The history and process of making syrup is fascinating. Kids and families will have an opportunity to tap a tree; take the maple syrup taste test; learn about Native American, colonial, and modern methods of […]
NEW DATE–NOW SUNDAY, MARCH 3 (POSTPONED FROM SATURDAY MARCH 2) Come experience a New England tradition: turning sap into syrup! The history and process of making syrup is fascinating. Kids and families will have an opportunity to tap a tree; take the maple syrup taste test; learn about Native American, colonial, and modern methods of […]
In recognition of March as Women’s History Month, Wilton Library and the Wilton Historical Society present A Journey . . ., a one-woman show by Westport writer and actress Kimberly Wilson. Wilson was awarded “Best Playwright” in 2016 by the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival for the piece. At the end of the presentation, Wilson will conduct […]
Choral group Camerata d’Amici is proud to present its winter concert “Northern Lights” on Sunday, March 3, at 4 p.m. at the Wilton Presbyterian Church (48 New Canaan Rd.). Conducted by artistic director Kristin Sponheim, the program will feature a diverse repertoire of music inspired by images of winter, including “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening” […]
The Wilton Woman's Club will hold a General Meeting on Monday, Mar. 4 at the WEPCO Complex (48 New Canaan Rd.). The Club serves Wilton and the surrounding communities through philanthropy, education and strengthening the bonds between women. For information on how to join us, visit the Woman's Club website. We'd love to have you!
Get Well, Stay Well: A health literacy series presented by Wilton Library and Western Connecticut Health Network presents a seminar on integrative medicine, which includes therapies that address a holistic approach to health and healing. Facts and myths about alternative and complementary medicine also will be discussed. The featured speaker will be Dr. Kesav G. […]
This is an Wilton Interfaith Clergy-sponsored presentation by Dr. Fariborz Mokhtari, author of In The Lion's Shadow: The Iranian Schindler And His Homeland In The Second World War. Mokhtari will tell us about the efforts of an Iranian diplomat stationed in Paris who was instrumental in protecting numerous Jews from the Holocaust–truly an example of […]
Ruth A. Potee, MD will explain how substances and addictive behaviors impact the brain and how the brain is injured by prolonged exposure to these substances and behaviors. She will also address the risk and impact of addiction on adolescents with ADHD. She will focus on the three predisposing factors putting individuals at risk for […]
According to Early American stenciling expert Suzanne Korn, “The history of decorative arts in America includes a colorful chapter between the years of 1778 and 1840, when itinerant wall stencilers roamed New England country roads, painting their colorful folk art in homes, inns, and taverns along the way.” Wilton Historical Society museum educator Laurie Walker […]
Come experience a New England tradition: turning sap into syrup! The history and process of making syrup is fascinating. Kids and families will have an opportunity to tap a tree; take the maple syrup taste test; learn about Native American, colonial, and modern methods of making syrup; and, of course, taste Ambler Farm’s very own […]
In the 12th year of the collaboration between Wilton Library and the Wilton Historical Society, the scholarly lecture series theme is 'Sex, Scandal and Upheaval: 1919 - What's Changed?' Veteran sports writer Steve Wulf is at the plate with the story of the infamous cheating scandal that enveloped the 1919 World Series. One hundred years […]
The Wilton Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present its 7th Annual Spring Restaurant Week, which will run from Monday, March 11 through Sunday, March 17. All restaurants and eateries located in Wilton, Georgetown and surrounding area are invited to participate by featuring special culinary selections, one-week-only pricing, prix fixe menus and even coupons to encourage […]
The Women's Adventure Film Tour makes its local debut at FTC. This tour is a celebration of the fantastic women around us who are doing extraordinary things. This selection of unique films have been carefully chosen to show awesome women achieving their adventurous goals. The films showcase real stories about women from a variety of […]
Welcome to the 2019 transplant growing season. Thank you for supporting Ambler Farm and for growing your own food at home. We want your gardens to be a success and so we are excited to offer you a variety of vegetables that we hope you will enjoy growing. We provide them a good start in […]
She is known as America’s trusted domestic authority, and now she will be intimately known to a Wilton Library audience when “A Conversation with Martha Stewart” takes place at the library on Tuesday, March 12, from 7-9 p.m.. Martha will talk about her newest book, The Martha Manual: How to Do (Almost) Everything, with her […]
Join Dr. Kevin Smith, the Superintendent of Wilton Public Schools, for this special opportunity to discuss the best seller, How to Raise an Adult: Break Free of the Overparenting Trap and Prepare Your Kid for Success. Heard about the book and been wanting to read it? Have you read it and would love to discuss? […]
If you are designing a pollinator garden, you will be happy to learn about the role trees and shrubs can play in the lives of honey bees and native pollinators and ways to incorporate them in your plans. Don't miss the opportunity to enjoy the presentation by Margery Winters at the Wilton Library on Wednesday, March […]
Wilton Schools invite you to meet your student’s science teachers and hear how they are implementing innovative methods to strengthen the science curriculum. The interactive presentation and discussion of the new Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) will be led by the Wilton High School Science Instructional Team and will be followed by a Q&A with […]
Wilton Schools invite you to meet your student’s science teachers and hear how they are implementing innovative methods to strengthen the science curriculum. The interactive presentation and discussion of the new Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) will be led by the Wilton High School Science Instructional Team and will be followed by a Q&A with […]
The Wilton Education Foundation, a local not-for-profit committed to enriching the educational experience of our town’s students, will be hosting their monthly board meeting one Thursday a month (see dates). Please join us to at the Wilton High School Professional Library (or in the Wilton High School Zellner Gallery at the Clune Center on Feb. 7 and April 11) […]
Opening on March 15, Bullets, Bonds, and Butter: Wilton Responds to War, 1776-2006, the new exhibition at the Wilton Historical Society, commemorates the contributions of both the soldiers and the townsfolk who answered the call of war. While troops fought on the front lines, Wilton residents of all ages back at home were engaged in […]
Once a year, the Wilton Family YMCA's loyal staff and board of directors get ready to take their Swamp Romp polar plunge in the YMCA pond to support the Y's Youth Development Programs. These programs serve over 3,645 youth annually. Through the various programs offered, youth gain the confidence that comes from attending camp, learning to […]
Wilton Children’s Theater is proud to present Disney’s The Little Mermaid this weekend in the Middlebrook School Auditorium. Don't miss this classic Disney show featuring the rebellious 16-year-old mermaid Ariel, who is fascinated with life on land. On one of her visits to the surface, which are forbidden by her controlling father, King Triton, she falls […]
The Wilton Playshop, in association with Offstage Noise Productions, will be staging a concert revue with a mix of Broadway hits with a.... “switch." The event will feature live music and some very unique performances as the ladies tackle songs originally written for men and vice versa. Directed by Ralph Pastore with musical supervision by […]
Celebrate St. Paddle's Day on Saturday, March 16, for the 36th annual Wilton Open, an annual charity paddle tennis tournament hosted by the Wilton Family YMCA. There are 32-team or 16-team draws: Men's Open/A, Men's B, Men's B2 and Women's Open (A/B). Players have a three-match guarantee. Cost to enter is $85 per paddle, includes BBQ […]
Post 86 is hosting a 100th birthday party celebrating the American Legion's work with the military, veterans, their families, children and youth programs, and Americanism. The members are hosting an open house to the public, with videos, display of the Post 86 archives going back to the 1920's, question and answer sessions, handouts for children […]
One of the world’s oldest textiles, felt is created from wool or other animal fibers that are densely matted together. It is ideal for protecting against cold and insulating against heat, thus it has long been used for hats, mittens, blankets, rugs, yurts, boots and clothing. At this Wilton Historical Society workshop, museum educator Laurie […]
Looking for something to do on St. Patty's Day? Come take a GREEN walk in Belknap Preserve! The Wilton Conservation Commission will host a walk in Belknap Preserve this Sunday, March 17, beginning at 1 p.m., when Conservation commissioner Colleen O'Brien will lead the one hour walk. All are welcome, including dogs on leash. Following […]
Learn the ancient craft of Ukrainian egg decorating! Made using a wax batik method, Pysanky is a form of folk art that incorporates different symbols and shapes that are brightly and intricately colored. Decorate eggs in a traditional design or create your own. This is an adult/young adult program. Minimum age required to participate is […]
The Wilton Playshop, in association with Offstage Noise Productions, will be staging a concert revue with a mix of Broadway hits with a.... “switch." The event will feature live music and some very unique performances as the ladies tackle songs originally written for men and vice versa. Directed by Ralph Pastore with musical supervision by […]
In March the Wilton Woman's Club Book Club is reading Code Girls: The Untold Story of the American Women Code Breakers of World War II by Liza Mundy. We'll be meeting on Monday, March 18 at 2 p.m. at the Comstock Community Center Senior Lounge. This is an award-winning New York Times bestseller about the American […]
Do you ever wish your garden would yield the same beautiful produce that Ambler Farm's own Farmer Jonathan Kirschner grows? It can! Now is the time to start planning for your home garden. Jonathan, Ambler Farm’s director of agriculture, is offering this workshop to guide you on your way to the most bountiful home garden. […]
Judith Altmann, a Holocaust survivor and speaker for the Holocaust and Human Rights Education Center, returns to Wilton on Tuesday, March 19 to share her story with the community. Born in Jasina, Czechoslovakia, which was invaded by the Nazis in 1939, Altmann was arrested in 1944 and transported to Auschwitz concentration camp with her niece, where they […]
Presentation by Alicia Farrell, Ph.D. We are raising our children in complicated times where performance is valued over character. In such a competitive world, parents, educators and leaders are unwittingly passing on to their children pressure to be perfect. In turn, our children are feeling inadequate, anxious, overwhelmed, stressed, scared and tired. This talk is […]
U.S. Representative Jim Himes (CT-4) will be making a stop in Wilton on Wednesday, March 20, to lead a discussion on gun violence prevention measures. He’ll be updating constituents on gun violence prevention priorities for the U.S. House of Representatives, and HR-8, the Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2019, which passed the House on Feb. 27, […]
Presentation by Alicia Farrell, Ph.D. We are raising our children in complicated times where performance is valued over character. In such a competitive world, parents, educators and leaders are unwittingly passing on to their children pressure to be perfect. In turn, our children are feeling inadequate, anxious, overwhelmed, stressed, scared and tired. This talk is […]
Join us for a mini-fundraiser to support Woodcock Nature Center's resident animals! Gather by the fire in Woodcock's pavilion for a hearty bite to eat and a beer from Nod Hill Brewery. We'll set out on the trails in search of owls and learn more about birds of prey before having an unforgettable encounter with […]
Please join us at our next meeting of the Norwalk–Wilton Local Group of Moms Demand Action. This month we will be working on ... Pending state legislation, including Ethan's Law (regarding the safe storage of guns), the Ghost Gun Ban, and other crucial gun safety bills Preparations to Turn Norwalk and Wilton Orange for National […]
Based on the hit TV game show, the Wilton Education Foundation is hosting it's 9th Annual "Are You Smarter than a 5th Grader?" fundraiser on March 22, beginning at 7 p.m.. This year's show will be held at Middlebrook School's auditorium and will feature some of Cider Mill's smartest 5th graders! We have two new […]
Sharp Hill Cemetery dates back to c. 1738 when it replaced the long lost original burying ground on Wolfpit Rd., and was Wilton’s principal burying place until the mid-1800s. The earliest legible stone is that of Mable Elmer with a date of January 1744. Twenty-three Revolutionary War and six French and Indian War veterans are […]
Wilton Go Green’s 2nd Annual Zero Waste Faire is a special event designed to educate, inspire, entertain, and engage the town of Wilton and neighboring communities about zero waste living. By sharing information and ideas from speakers, exhibitors, media, and discussions of current issues, the Faire will help advance Zero Waste practices that benefit everyone. The […]
Wilton High School’s Full Court Peace Club is pleased to announce its upcoming 2019 Free Throw Fundraising Contest. The contest will be held Saturday, March 23 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Middlebrook School Gym. The event is a free-throw fundraising contest for boys and girls of all ages. All proceeds will benefit Full Court Peace, a […]
Milone & MacBroom will be holding two public meetings seeking feedback to be used in the development of a concept plan for the renovation of Schenck’s Island and Merwin Meadows. The meetings will be held on Sunday, March 24 (1-3 p.m.) and Sunday, April 28 (1-3 p.m.) at Comstock Community Center in the gym. The meetings are open […]
Alexis Boccanfuso, professional organizer, and Peter Schattenfield of Turning Point Estates, share professional tips on decluttering, downsizing and organizing. Topics Include: How to decide what to keep Recognizing barriers to parting with possessions Dealing with Stuff: selling items, charitable donations and disposing of unwanted items Preparing your home to sell Packing and selling For more […]
On Thursday, March 28, State Reps. Gail Lavielle and Tom O'Dea will host a State Legislative Update at Orem’s Diner (167 Danbury Rd.), from 8-9 a.m.. This is an opportunity for constituents to ask questions related to the budget process, the teachers’ pension fund, proposed new taxes and tax expansions, school regionalization, tolls, various House and […]
Licensed clinical psychologist Mary Murphy, PhD will discuss and demonstrate how biofeedback works. Biofeedback, a promising treatment for ADHD, anxiety and stress, allows a person to learn how to monitor and change his or her body’s reaction to stressors. Using a computer or smartphone, biofeedback software allows you to monitor your biological responses, such as […]
Woodcock Nature Center is hosting Housatonic Resources Recovery Authority (HRRA) for backyard composting 101! Come learn how easy it is to reduce your waste and promote a healthy environment. Here you will learn what type of bin is best for you, how to set it up, what does and does not go in, managing your […]
According to A Taste of History by Joyce White, “The native American grain corn, also known as maize or Indian Corn, has been consumed by Americans (and subsequently people all over the world) since the time of discovery of the New World, and, of course, for centuries before that by the indigenous populations of all […]
(sponsored) Meet the Woodcock Nature Center staff, experienced campers and a few animal ambassadors while trying out some activities that are part of a typical day at Woodcock’s popular Summer Nature Camp and what’s new for our 7-8th grade "Summer Uncharted" program. This event is free.
When is the last time you visited Woodcock Nature Center? All are welcome to walk-and-talk this Sunday, March 31 at 3 p.m.. Woodcock's Lenore Eggleston-Herbst will lead us on the trail and refreshments will be served. Check Blue Zone Wilton Facebook or Instagram in the event of inclement weather.
This special service is open to all faiths, everyone in the community is invited! Join us for an inspiring hour of music, prayer, and hope. Honor the memory of your loved ones. Music by Eugene Sirotkine. Meditation by Lydia Gajdel. Readings by local clergy, including Father Reggie, Rev. Shannon White, Dr. Golnar Raissi-Sadeghi, and Rev. […]