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 […]
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 […]
The Wilton Woman's Club is holding its 12th Annual Fashion Show & Luncheon Fundraiser at Rolling Hills Country Club to benefit the Wilton Land Trust and Save 183 Ridgefield Road. The event includes a sit-down lunch that concludes with a spring fashion show by Lord & Taylor. There will be a silent auction that includes […]
The Wilton League of Women Voters and the Wilton Library invite guests to a discussion about Connecticut’s fiscal challenges with Connecticut Mirror State budget reporter Keith Phaneuf. He’ll provide a sobering, yet entertaining, speech about Connecticut’s profound budget challenges, review how we got here, and outline our options. Join us at the Wilton Library on Thursday, […]
Celebrate Bee Kind Day at Miller-Driscoll School! Friday, April 5, dress your M-D child like a bee to encourage kindness and celebrate inclusion! PLUS, enter your child in the Bee Kind Random Drawing by emailing a picture of your child dressed like a bee. Include your child's name, grade, teacher name and his or her thoughts on […]
Step right up for Grade 6-8 at Trackside! The show starts with Karaoke from 6-7 p.m., followed by the movie that you love to sing along with! Free popcorn or cotton candy with admission and the Snackside Cafe will be open. Intermission Kahoot Challenge for prizes! Register and purchase tickets on the Trackside website.
The Wilton Democratic Town Committee (DTC) will welcome Secretary of the State Denise Merrill as keynote speaker at its annual spring breakfast. Attendees can look forward to special insights on “Elections: Expanding and Securing the Vote,” which will cover the Secretary’s early voting proposal and related thoughts about increasing voter participation, as well as cyber security […]
The Wilton Family Bicycle Rodeo will be held in the parking lot of Miller-Driscoll School on Saturday, April 6, from 10 a.m. to noon (Rain date: April 7). All ages are welcome. Drop in any time between 10-11 a.m.. The course closes at noon. The guided road ride for ages 12 and up departs at 10:30 […]
Making a Keepsake Box: The Wilton Historical Society's second woodworking workshop this spring features the carpenter’s most regularly used tools: hammers, saws and nails. Museum educator Laurie Walker will talk about some of the antique tools in the collection, and the kids will see how colonial boys would use a draw knife and shaving horse to make […]
Learn the colorful and venerable craft of decorating eggs in the Ukrainian style, known as pysanky (their name is derived from the Ukrainian verb meaning to write). Expert egg decorator Susan Clark will lead the Wilton Historical Society workshop for adults and children. This ancient craft uses symbols and motifs to create a jewel-like egg. […]
Thursday, April 4 10 a.m.-noon, Wilton Library Licensed clinical psychologist Mary Murphy PhD, LACD and psychotherapist Elizabeth Driscoll Jorgensen, CADC will explain the complex topics of executive function and working memory–crucial aspects of a child’s ability to succeed in school and with everyday tasks. They will emphasize how you can assist your child in developing […]
Please join the members of Warrior Council; John Hamilton, LMFT, LADC; and attorney Matthew Maddox for a powerful discussion on how parents and teens can work together to strengthen communication. We will also learn about current Connecticut laws that are relevant to youth, so that parents can better support teens during their high school experience. This […]
As the First World War ended, American communities such as Wilton hurried to memorialize the great efforts of their sons and daughters. Changes in cultural and civic ideals since the American Civil War led to extensive public discourse about what memorials should and should not be. Government leaders, artists, historians, and the monument industry itself […]
Think Spring! Join Wilton SEPTA for a Spring Social at the beautiful Ambler Farm! Celebrate an evening with special guest presenter Dr. Margie Gillis, president of Literacy How. Her talk will be followed by a reception with appetizers, drinks and music! Adults only. Please RSVP by April 1 via email.
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) […]
Join us Saturday, April 13 for a fun opportunity to learn how to get involved at your local national park through the Volunteers-In-Parks program! Volunteers needed to greet visitors in historic artist studio, work in historic gardens, or help visitors create their own artwork to take home. Hours are flexible and enrichment programs are provided. […]
Have you heard the buzz? Ambler Farm is starting a Beekeeping Program! Honey bees are fascinating creatures that play an incredibly important role in our food chain through pollination. This program is designed for adults with a casual interest as well as beginning beekeepers. Participants will follow our Ambler Farm honey bees throughout the year, […]
In April join the Wilton Woman's Club for its monthly book club; the group is reading Winter Garden by Kristin Hannah. From this national bestselling author comes a haunting, heartbreaking, beautiful novel that illuminates the intricate mother-daughter bond and explores the enduring links between past and present. Go to the Wilton Woman's Club website to […]
Wilton's James B. Whipple American Legion Post 86 receives a portion of all purchases at Jake's Wayback Burgers in Norwalk every third Thursday of the month. Enjoy a great meal, support the Post 86 mission, and help your local communities at the same time! Post 86 raises funds to support our military, veterans, their families […]
Parents and children of all ages, drop in anytime for parent workshops on the benefits of play and a pop-up play experience for children of all ages. No need to register. In parent sessions, Morgan Leichter-Saxby, co-founder of Pop-Up Adventure Play, introduces key concepts from the UK-based field of Playwork, which has been supporting children's […]
Don't miss one of CT's top doctors, Dr. Andrew Parker, present common hearing problems, effects of hearing loss on health, and treatment at the Wilton Senior Center on Tuesday, April 23. Free hearing test screening will be done immediately after the lecture. Parker and his certified staff–audiologist Debra Berg and physician assistant Kaitlyn Johnson–will assist with […]
Two Professional Development Workshops Offered All professionals and policy makers who work with or on behalf of children are invited. 9-11 a.m. at Miller Driscoll Elementary School 12:30-2:30 p.m. at Cider Mill School To RSVP, email Colleen Fawcett of Wilton Youth Services by April 11. Play is essential to children's development and well-being–but providing time, space […]
Two Professional Development Workshops Offered All professionals and policy makers who work with or on behalf of children are invited. 9-11 a.m. at Miller Driscoll Elementary School 12:30-2:30 p.m. at Cider Mill School To RSVP, email Colleen Fawcett of Wilton Youth Services by April 11. Play is essential to children's development and well-being–but providing time, space […]
Bankwell is holding its Pet Adoption Project official kick off reception this Wednesday, April 24 at 5:30 p.m. at the Bankwell in Wilton branch, located at 47 Old Ridgefield Rd.. Join Bankwell in bringing awareness to the homeless pet population through the lens of photographer Michael Bagley. The event will feature numerous photographs of adoptable dogs, cats […]
Starting high school is a major milestone. Wilton Youth Council’s Project 2023, the Wilton High School PTSA, and Wilton Public Schools invite you to learn how to provide social and emotional support to your child through this transition. After a presentation by Liz Jorgensen on adolescent brain development, and a brief introduction of the FLIGHT […]
Come enjoy the Miller-Driscoll Carnival! Rides, carnival food, games, and fun! Friday, April 26, 6-9 p.m. Saturday, April 27, Noon-10 p.m. Sunday, April 28, Noon-5 p.m. Featuring rides and midway by Marenna Amusements, join us at our annual carnival! Rides for all ages, games, food, and family fun! Free Parking ~ Unlimited Ride Bands: $30 […]
Based on the stories and characters by Damon Runyon, with music and lyrics by Frank Loesser and book by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows, Guys and Dolls is an oddball romantic comedy. Gambler Nathan Detroit tries to find the cash to set up the biggest craps game in town while the authorities breathe down his neck; meanwhile, his girlfriend and nightclub performer, Adelaide, […]
Wilton Library's largest sale features at least 70,000 items sorted in more than 50 categories – histories, biographies, wellness, cookbooks, art books, religion, sports, travel, and science fiction; all level of books and audiovisual for children and teens, and so many more; gently used, collectible, rare books, DVDs, CDs, books on CD. Proceeds benefit the […]
The Colonial Cookery and Customs for Kids workshop at the Wilton Historical Society teaches kids a “reciept” (recipe) used in the Connecticut region. While the food is prepared, they hear about Colonial manners, morals and way of life. The monthly workshops feature relatively simple dishes made with local, seasonal ingredients, adapted for modern kitchens. This […]
Come enjoy the Miller-Driscoll Carnival! Rides, carnival food, games, and fun! Friday, April 26, 6-9 p.m. Saturday, April 27, Noon-10 p.m. Sunday, April 28, Noon-5 p.m. Featuring rides and midway by Marenna Amusements, join us at our annual carnival! Rides for all ages, games, food, and family fun! Free Parking ~ Unlimited Ride Bands: $30 […]
Come enjoy the Miller-Driscoll Carnival! Rides, carnival food, games, and fun! Friday, April 26, 6-9 p.m. Saturday, April 27, Noon-10 p.m. Sunday, April 28, Noon-5 p.m. Featuring rides and midway by Marenna Amusements, join us at our annual carnival! Rides for all ages, games, food, and family fun! Free Parking ~ Unlimited Ride Bands: $30 […]
Help Pedals for Progress (P4P) deliver needed bicycles and working sewing machines to Tanzania, Albania, Kosovo, and Guatemala this year. A minimum $10 donation is requested with each donated item to help with shipping, but all monetary and material donations are tax deductible and a receipt will be provided. One day only–Sunday, April 28–rain or shine! […]
The Town of Wilton will be holding a public meeting to present draft concept plans for the renovation of Schenck’s Island and Merwin Meadows. The meeting will be held on Sunday, April 28, from 1-3 p.m. at the Comstock Community Center gym. The Town’s consultant (Milone & MacBroom) will provide a summary of the information […]
Wilton Library's largest sale features at least 70,000 items sorted in more than 50 categories – histories, biographies, wellness, cookbooks, art books, religion, sports, travel, and science fiction; all level of books and audiovisual for children and teens, and so many more; gently used, collectible, rare books, DVDs, CDs, books on CD. Proceeds benefit the […]
Wilton Library's largest sale features at least 70,000 items sorted in more than 50 categories – histories, biographies, wellness, cookbooks, art books, religion, sports, travel, and science fiction; all level of books and audiovisual for children and teens, and so many more; gently used, collectible, rare books, DVDs, CDs, books on CD. Proceeds benefit the […]
"I Give Pints for Half Pints" Blood Donor Campaign honoring 3-year-old Westport resident, Evan Sheiber, who was born with half a heart! Evan just rocked his second open heart surgery a week ago and is now at home recovering with his family, just six days after his surgery! Come out and support all the 'half […]
Softball fans are invited to celebrate with the Wilton High School Varsity Softball Team as it salutes this year’s senior class players at Senior Night, on Wednesday May 1. Ceremonies start at 6:30 p.m., and the game begins at 7 p.m.. The team will take on Bridgeport Central. The graduating seniors are (L-R) Hannah Belanger, […]
Based on the stories and characters by Damon Runyon, with music and lyrics by Frank Loesser and book by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows, Guys and Dolls is an oddball romantic comedy. Gambler Nathan Detroit tries to find the cash to set up the biggest craps game in town while the authorities breathe down his neck; meanwhile, his girlfriend and nightclub performer, Adelaide, […]
Based on the stories and characters by Damon Runyon, with music and lyrics by Frank Loesser and book by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows, Guys and Dolls is an oddball romantic comedy. Gambler Nathan Detroit tries to find the cash to set up the biggest craps game in town while the authorities breathe down his neck; meanwhile, his girlfriend and nightclub performer, Adelaide, […]
The Wilton Conservation Commission is looking for volunteers on Saturday, May 4 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. to participate in our Townwide Cleanup event. This event is a fantastic opportunity to meet your neighbors and help keep our community beautiful! Volunteers will meet at the Town Green Gazebo where the Conservation Commission will be handing out work […]
Thousands of items from children’s toys to clothing, mink coats to kitchen sinks, will be on sale in Wilton during the twice-yearly Minks to Sinks tag sale to benefit Family and Children’s Agency in Norwalk, CT. Items sold Sunday and Monday are half price! The sale takes place under the iconic white tents at 395 Danbury Rd., at […]
Imagine, Create, Play!! Join Connecticut Freinds Preschool for our annual “May Fair” this year with a Free Play & STEAM Twist! Bring your curious little ones and their limitless imaginations to explore a selection of STEAM wonders curated by Danne Woo, CFS dad and interaction design professor, including: A skateboard that generates electricity during use […]
Sunday, May 5 at 8:30 a.m. we will hit the streets of downtown Wilton for our 5th Annual USATF 5K to benefit Circle of Care! Walk, Run or Stroll with us! Bring your friends! You can support us by creating a team, running as an individual, volunteering at the event or becoming a sponsor. And, […]
Thousands of items from children’s toys to clothing, mink coats to kitchen sinks, will be on sale in Wilton during the twice-yearly Minks to Sinks tag sale to benefit Family and Children’s Agency in Norwalk, CT. Items sold Sunday and Monday are half price! The sale takes place under the iconic white tents at 395 Danbury Rd., at […]
Based on the stories and characters by Damon Runyon, with music and lyrics by Frank Loesser and book by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows, Guys and Dolls is an oddball romantic comedy. Gambler Nathan Detroit tries to find the cash to set up the biggest craps game in town while the authorities breathe down his neck; meanwhile, his girlfriend and nightclub performer, Adelaide, […]