There’s so much GOOD happening at the Wilton Library, most notably at the Innovation Station. If you haven’t yet checked out all that’s new, doable and worth exploring there, consider stopping by or participating in one of the many new programs.

The Innovation Station is open to patrons ages 13 and up. You must have a valid CT Library card and signed Innovation Station Agreement Form which details rules of usage and equipment. Space is limited and registration is required for all sessions. A PC and iMac for editing and web design are also available by appointment. Please click here for the Library’s Innovation Station website page that contains class registration and agreement form links.

Innovation Station Teen Open Session

Wednesday, Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 4–5:30 p.m.:  Wilton Library’s new Innovation Station is open to teens ages 13–18. Stop in and experiment with Garage Band, iMovie, iPhoto or Final Cut Pro on the iMac; use the Library’s Creative Cloud subscription to work with Photoshop, Dreamweaver or Illustrator; create wallets and lanyards with Duct Tape; watch a 3D object being printed or use any of the equipment you’ve been certified on.

Introduction to Quilting: Learn How to Piece a Star Quilt Square

Wednesday, Oct. 1, 15 & Nov. 12, 10 a.m.–noon:  Interested in learning the basics of quilting? Want to help create a quilt which will be hung in the Wilton Library? Nine people will work together on this joint project over the course of six weeks and three instructional sessions (10/1, 10/15 & 11/12 from 10 a.m.-noon). Session 1: You’ll receive a history of quilting before being given a star kit and then learn how to piece a block together. Before the next session, schedule a time in the Innovation Station to finish piecing your square. Session 2: Using your assembled square, you’ll learn how to quilt it and assemble all pieces, including the border. Before the next session, schedule a time in the Innovation Station to finish quilting your square. Session 3: Learn how to bind a quilt and see the finished product. Led by Cynthia Biagiotti, a former teacher and avid quilter with over 20 years experience working with a local quilt group and the Nutmeg Quilters Guild. Registration required. Must be able to commit to all three sessions and completing your square in the allotted time frame. Please bring a pair of scissors. All other materials provided.

Introduction to 3D Printing

Sunday, Oct. 5 &12, 2–3 p.m.
Thursday, Oct. 9, 6–7 p.m.
Monday, Oct. 20, 10–11 a.m.

Interested in learning the basics of how to use the new 3D printer, the MakerBot Replicator 2X? If so, join up for a one-hour group demonstration. Afterwards, you can sign up for an individual session and make your own 3D object! For ages 13 – 113. Must have a valid CT Library card and signed Innovation Station Agreement Form. Please bring the completed form to the workshop. Space limited to 12 students per session. Registration required.

Introduction to Soldering

Monday, Oct. 6, 10–11 a.m.
Tuesday, Oct. 14, 6–7 p.m.

Interested in learning the basics of soldering? If so, join up for a one-hour session where we’ll create a blinking pin for you to wear. For ages 13-113.  Must have a valid CT library card and signed Innovation Station Agreement form.  Please bring the completed form to the workshop. Space limited to 5 students per session. Registration required.

Introduction to Die Cutting

Friday, Oct. 17, 10–11 a.m.
Thursday, Oct. 30, 10–11 a.m.

Interested in learning how to use the Cricut Explore, an electronic cutting machine and software for cards, scrapbooks and more? For ages 13-113. Must have a valid CT library card and signed Innovation Station Agreement form. Please bring the completed form to the workshop. Space limited to 3 students. Registration required.

Introduction to Digital Scanning

Sunday, Oct. 19, 2–3 p.m.
Tuesday, Oct. 28, 10–11 a.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 29, 6–7 p.m.

Discover the Innovation Station’s Digital Scanner. Learn how to scan photos and what the scanner can do. For ages 13-113.  Must have a valid CT Library card and signed Innovation Station Agreement form.  Please bring the completed form to the workshop. Space limited to 3 students per session.  Registration required.

Introduction to Electronic Sewing

Wednesday, Oct. 22, 10–11 a.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 22, 6–7 p.m.
Sunday, Oct. 26, 2–3 p.m.

Discover Innovation Station’s Singer Futura XL-400 Sewing Machine.  Learn how designs can be printed on fabric, bags and more.  For ages 13-113.  Must have a valid CT Library card and signed Innovation Station Agreement form.  Please bring the completed form to the workshop. Space limited to 3 students per session. Registration required.

All classes take place at the Wilton Library at 137 Old Ridgefield Rd.. For more information, visit the library’s website or call 203.762.3950.