Maid is showing up on almost every best of, must read, don't miss list of 2019. We are so fortunate to have author Stephanie Land coming to Wilton Library to discuss this important, timely and unforgettable memoir–a beautiful and gritty exploration of poverty in America. Stephanie Land worked for years as a maid, pulling long […]
Tuesday, Dec. 4 (Snow date: Tuesday, Dec. 11) 10 a.m.-noon, Wilton Library Licensed clinical psychologist Susan Bauerfeld, PhD will explain the neurobiological mechanisms of anxiety and worry; a model for understanding how these mechanisms impact the brain’s availability for learning and interpersonal connections; and practical skills for managing worry that foster self-regulation, an increased capacity […]
Are you looking to get rid of your old computer, but worried about all the personal information stored on it? Bring your whole computer to the Wilton Library between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. and Singularity Technology, Wilton Library's Robotics Team, will take it apart for you and destroy your hard drive. You can wait […]
A thorough and balanced presentation of a thorny topic. Kevin T. Kalikow, MD will help untangle the complexities of pharmacological treatments for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and co-existing conditions. He will discuss indications for medication; whether or not to give psychiatric drugs to your child or adolescent and, if so, when; potential benefits and risks; […]
*Evening Presentation* Sharon Lamb, EdD, PhD, ABPP, a practicing child psychologist, will take a look at the issues surrounding youth sexting and pornography use and how we as parents may guide our children to healthy and developmentally appropriate activity. You will learn about the prevalence of sexting and the where and how of kids accessing […]
No one knows more about selling than Jack Mitchell and no one can better explain the art and science of establishing an emotional connection between buyer and seller. Jack will discuss the importance of a ‘hugging’ culture and the positive impact it can have on any company in any industry. He will explain the importance […]
John Harris and William McCarthy bring their love of nature to the walls of Wilton Library for this October exhibition, “Water Air Earth.” Harris is most interested in exploring water’s physical properties–reflection, turbidity, rhythm, pattern–that make up its unique viewing experience. McCarthy’s landscapes have evolved over the years evoking a subtle variation of light and […]
Get Well, Stay Well: A health literacy series presented by Wilton Library and Western Connecticut Health Network presents an update on stroke risk, prevention, symptoms, and treatment. The featured speaker will be Dr. Joshua Marcus, MD, a neurosurgeon who focuses on the minimally invasive treatment of brain and spine conditions including hemorrhagic and ischemic stroke. Marcus […]
Wednesdays, Oct. 3, 10, 17 & 24, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Judson Scruton leads this four-part Autumn Poetry Seminar Series in which we will do a close reading of five pairs of poems in the context of William Logan’s new book, Dickinson’s Nerves, Frost’s Woods, Poetry in the Shadow of the Past. Please join us on […]
What is a Gap Year, how do you know when to take a gap year, and what would you do with yourself? A gap year can include many exciting possibilities. With good foresight you can structure an exciting and productive year that will in all likelihood lead to your being more ready and more capable […]
